Boqueria - Chicago

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   Bharat Kumar

   Chicago2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   My wife and I dined at the restaurant and while the food was absolutely fantastic except for the chicken , the seating experience left a lot to be desired. Upon arrival, the host seated us at a high-top table right by the entrance, which meant we were constantly hit with bursts of cold air every time the door opened—definitely not ideal in Chicago’s winter weather. To make matters worse, the chairs at this table had no lean-back support, making it uncomfortable to sit for an extended period. It felt like we were placed there as an afterthought, despite other couple seated on tables with lean back chair later after 2 minutes when I asked host if there any tables available to seat. That said, the food was excellent. Every dish was well-prepared, flavorful, and served promptly. The service was also friendly and attentive, which helped make up for the less-than-ideal seating. Overall, food is great. Worth going for only food. The seating placement is not thoughtful and ignorant.
   

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   Chris

   Los Angeles53 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic group dinner ! Service was excellent & the tapas were incredible!
   

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   Scott VIP

   Chicago99 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We’ve visited several times. The service is usually hit or miss, but tonight we had great service. The food is delicious except for one dish: salchichon iberico, which was nothing more than 5 pieces of store-bought sopressata and definitely not worth $14! Otherwise, the food was delicious and the croquettes were our favorite.
   

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   Ben VIP

   Miami1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Paella was burnt and the waitress tried saying it was the socarrat (it obviously wasn’t) it was just burnt oil, the dish was tasteless beyond that. Octopus was overcooked and smothered in paprika as well. If you want decent Spanish this would not be my rec in Chicago.
   

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   Chris

   San Francisco1 review

   1.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Showed up early for reservation wasn’t seated until close to 30 min late (no big deal). Ordered all our food after our drinks and was never given our most expensive dish we ordered (the octopus). 2 people eating tapas for $200 and not getting every meal we ordered and ended up actually paying for just isn’t worth it for me
   

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   Renee VIP

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely stellar food and service. Try the tasting menu- you will not regret it!
   

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   TOMOKO VIP

   Chicago69 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 9 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My husband, our daughter and I totally enjoyed having an amazing dinner at Boqueria—wonderful service, delicious dishes, etc. We will keep coming! Thank you very much!
   

   Boqueria - ChicagoResponded on 11 February 2025

   Hello TOMOKO, It’s wonderful to hear that your family enjoyed dinner at Boqueria! Our team takes pride in delivering excellent service, delectable food, and a vibrant atmosphere. We can’t wait to welcome you back! Leticia Tischina, General Manager
   

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   Dara Kristine

   Chicago37 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our second time and the food didn’t disappoint. We tried a few items we had last time like gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas, & the bikini and a few new ones like the choripan and the torrija. The torrija was like a mashup of a churro and French toast. The outside was crunchy and the inside was moist. The choripan was amazing and the chimichurri really worked well with the sausage. Our server (whose name escapes me at the moment) was friendly and attentive. Overall, Boqueria is one of favorite tapas restaurant.
   

   Boqueria - ChicagoResponded on 11 February 2025

   Hello Dara, Thank you for the fantastic review! It’s wonderful to hear that both familiar favorites and new dishes impressed during your visit. The combination of flavors in the torrija and choripán truly delights. Hope to see you again soon! Leticia Tischina, General Manager
   

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   Esther

   Chicago4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We visited the restaurant on Saturday at 11 a.m. The website advertised a $30 lunch prix fixe menu for Restaurant Week, but upon arrival, we were only offered the regular menu and the $45 dinner option. Fortunately, this worked in our favor since we preferred the tapas selections on the dinner menu. While the portion size was a bit excessive for such an early meal, we packed the leftovers to enjoy later. The service was a highlight—our waitress Lauren was delightful and attentive, and the entire staff we encountered was warm and friendly. The food was above average, though not exceptional. The garlic butter shrimp had excellent flavor but was overly greasy, while the jamón charcuterie was truly wonderful. The ambiance was inviting, with a beautifully designed interior that’s well-suited for small groups. Overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience.
   

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   Boqueria - ChicagoResponded on 11 February 2025

   Hello Esther, It's great to know that you enjoyed the food and found our staff attentive! We appreciate your feedback on the menu options and portion sizes, as it helps us improve. Your experience matters to us, and we hope to offer you an even better visit next time. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Leticia Tischina, General Manager
   

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    Perla VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1

    It felt unwelcoming from the moment we arrived—more like an afterthought than a valued guest. Despite having a reservation, we were made to wait until another table leisurely finished dessert. The restaurant was packed, and the noise level was overwhelming. Our server was friendly but rushed us throughout the meal. The food was hit or miss—some items were just average, while the paella was overcooked and lacked freshness. Portions were disappointingly small, especially the ham and cheese, which was so thin you could see through it. The highlight of the experience was the drinks—the red orange sangría and spicy margarita pitcher were excellent.
    

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