Award-winning

Tzuco

4.7

795 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 60 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Innovative

Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.

Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 374-8995
Website
http://www.tzuco.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Carlos Gaytán

Location
720 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
W Superior St. and N State St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve at Tzuco
$120.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Welcome 2025 with an extraordinary New Year’s Eve at Tzuco, crafted by the renowned Chef Carlos Gaytán. Embark on a culinary journey through an artfully curated three-course menu that celebrates the rich flavors of Mexico with a modern twist. Enhance your experience with optional cocktail or wine pairings, thoughtfully designed to complement each dish. Reserve your table today for a memorable start to the New Year! Optional Wine Pairing 55 Course Menu 120

What 795 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tzuco is a vibrant culinary gem in Chicago, offering "amazing food" and "incredible service" in a beautifully designed space. The restaurant seamlessly blends traditional Mexican flavors with contemporary techniques. Highlights include the "exceptional" tetela and "fabulous" octopus. Despite occasional service hiccups, Tzuco's "fantastic" dining experience keeps guests coming back.

795 Reviews

D
David
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
One of the best meals I had this year. The pork and salmon were absolutely delicious. Tortillas were even amazing. I wasn’t quite happy with the drinks and while service started off great, it was slower towards the end of our visit. I will be back soon to explore more of the menu.
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Helen
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place for a nice birthday dinner! The queso fundido was to die for and the rest was also very good.
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Talha
Grand Rapids
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just fantastic. Try as much as you can, the drinks are great aswell.
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Shannon
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent cocktails. Food was exquisite. Only complaint would be the noise level
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Yuliana
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service! Love coming here every time with visit Chicago!
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Libby
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I had such a great timw with my daughter at the counter. Great attention to detail and service. A very hospitable staff and delicious food.
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Maggie
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience at Tzuco. The food, atmosphere and staff were incredible. They celebrated my birthday which was so kind!
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Jose
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, the atmosphere, the customer service - everything was 10/10. I highly recommend eating at Tzuco.
TzucoResponded 7 days ago
Hi, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Tzuco. It's wonderful to know that our food, atmosphere, and customer service all hit the mark for you. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience!
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Mike
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tzuco came very highly recommended. Often, when expectations are high, the experience doesn't measure up. Tzuco exceeded our high expectations on every level. The ambiance was great. The service was superior with our server being both highly knowledgeable and very accommodating. The food was out of this world delicious. We shared and our universal opinion on every dish was a shared outstanding rating!!
TzucoResponded 7 days ago
Thanks for the review, Adequate! We're thrilled to hear that your experience at Tzuco exceeded your high expectations and lived up to our usual standards. It's wonderful to know that our ambiance, service, and food made a positive impression on you. We strive to provide outstanding food and service to all our guests, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team
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Hanan
VIP
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Tzuco is definitely not what it used to be, but if you are looking for a unique meal with some wonderful flavors than this is the spot. The quality of service has diminished heavily over the years for this spot which is very unfortunate, but it is still a great River North restaurant.
TzucoResponded 7 days ago
Thanks for visiting us at Tzuco. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed our unique flavors despite the changes over the years. We understand that our service has not met your expectations and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. We strive to provide the best dining experience and your feedback helps us improve. We hope to see you again soon.
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FAQs

Tzuco is rated 4.7 stars by 795 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 60 times today

Experiences are available.

720 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Cross street
W Superior St. and N State St.
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Executive chef
Carlos Gaytán
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tzuco.com/
Phone number
(312) 374-8995

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Tzuco

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Dining areas

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New Year's Eve at Tzuco

Appetizers

Caesar Salad$15.00

Guacamole$15.00

Mejillones$25.00

Papas Zamoranas$18.00

Pulpo Enamorado$26.00

Shrimp Aguachile$22.00

Steak Tartar$24.00

Tetela$15.00

Tlacoyo$14.00

Mayan Ceviche$22.00

Tuna Ceviche$22.00

Queso Fundido$24.00

Heirloom Tomatoes$22.00

Onion Soup$14.00

Mains

Barbacoa$39.00

Chile Relleno$26.00

Cochinita Pibil$38.00

Dry Aged Rib Eye$120.00

NY Carne asada$64.00

Tzuco Burger$29.00

Costillas de Res$42.00

A la Veracruzana$95.00

Salmon Maya$42.00

Sides

Broccolini$18.00

Esquites$14.00

Kids Quesadillas$5.00

Pommes Frites$12.00

Desserts

Gianduja$16.00

Guanábana/ Aguacate$14.00

Maíz$18.00

Guava Plavova$16.00

Snowman$19.00

Ice Cream

Surcharge

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