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Tzuco, Chicago, IL
Award-winning

Tzuco

4.7
4.7
882 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

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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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Menu

Appetizers

  • Guacamole$15.00

    • Caesar Salad$15.00

      • Papas Zamoranas$18.00

        • Heirloom Tomatoes$22.00

          • Tetela$15.00

            • Tlacoyo$14.00

              • Queso Fundido$24.00

                • Tuna Ceviche$23.00

                  • Shrimp Aguachile$22.00

                    • Mejillones$25.00

                      • Mayan Ceviche$23.00

                        • Pulpo Enamorado$26.00

                          • Onion Soup$14.00

                            • Steak Tartar$24.00

                              Mains

                              • Cochinita Pibil$38.00

                                • Barbacoa$42.00

                                  • Tzuco Burger$32.00

                                    • NY Carne asada$64.00

                                      • Dry Aged Rib Eye$120.00

                                        • Pumpkin Risotto$24.00

                                          • Chile Relleno$28.00

                                            • Salmon Maya$42.00

                                              • A la Talla$95.00

                                                • Costillas de Res$42.00

                                                  Sides

                                                  • Broccolini$18.00

                                                    • Pommes Frites$12.00

                                                      • Esquites$14.00

                                                        • Kids Quesadillas$5.00

                                                          Desserts

                                                          • Guanábana/ Aguacate$14.00

                                                            • Guava Plavova$16.00

                                                              • Gianduja$16.00

                                                                • Maíz$18.00

                                                                  • Ice Cream

                                                                    Choose between Rosemary, Salted Caramel, Guanabana, Guava

                                                                    Surcharge

                                                                    Please be advised that a 3% restaurant surcharge will be added to all guest checks. If you would like this removed, please let us know. Muchas gracias!

                                                                      Last updated: February 13, 2025

                                                                      What 882 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
                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                      • 4.4Value

                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                      Loved For

                                                                      • Chicago

                                                                        Mexican

                                                                      Review summary

                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                      Tzuco offers an "amazing dining experience" with "delicious food" and a "wonderful ambiance." The menu features "inventive" dishes that blend Mexican flavors with culinary artistry. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "attentive staff," with many highlighting standout dishes like the short ribs and tacos de pulpo. A must-visit for food enthusiasts!

                                                                      882 Reviews

                                                                      1. Zinnia

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        1.0

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        Dined today

                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                        Sad they don’t have options for people like me who have dietary/ allergy restrictions!

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                                                                      2. ana

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        La comida fue fenomenal, increíble !!! Felicidades a los cocineros y al chef… nuestro brunch fue muy lindo. Tendremos que regresar :) a probar más cosas ….

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                                                                      3. Isaiah

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Amazing. From all areas of criteria it was perfect.

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                                                                      4. Tim

                                                                        Caribbean

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Incredible dining experience. Service was impeccable. Food was excellent.

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                                                                      5. Eddie

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Yet to have a bad dining experience here. The food, the ambiance, the service, all impeccable

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                                                                      6. David

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Friendly, attentive, informative wait staff; quick service, and excellent food.

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                                                                      7. Jeannine

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                        The server noted my allergies one of which is tomato. I ordered pumpkin risotto with pieces of short rib in it. The menu didn’t say tomato as an ingredient and I was not told tomato was in the dish. My dish arrived with obvious pieces of diced cooked tomato. I called our server over and she told me she was not aware the dish had tomato and She said she would get another order out right away without tomato. The next order came without short rib. I said I did not order it vegetarian and the manager said the short rib is cooked in tomato which no one mentioned.. He was very rude. I then ordered another entree so between the two wrong orders and the one I finally got it was almost 40 minutes after my friend had her entree. Also, I’ve never had queso fundido that was soooo spicy. Again, nothing on the menu would’ve informed a guest of that. They ended up comping my portion of the meal but it was an unpleasant experience.

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                                                                      8. Matthias

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                        4. Ambience 2
                                                                        Was stuck on the patio which was nice. We got the risotto which was good but felt a little sick after

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                                                                      9. odalis

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                        Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Great food, great service. Loved the vibe the place game off. Went for a girls night and it was a 10/10 experience

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                                                                      10. Jessica

                                                                        New York City

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Amazing food, and a great deal with restaurant week!

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                                                                      FAQs

                                                                      Tzuco is rated 4.7 stars by 882 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                      Make a reservation

                                                                      2 people
                                                                      7:00 PM
                                                                      Booked 60 times today
                                                                      Google Map for Tzuco

                                                                      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

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