Mercadito - River North

4.5

6361 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 137 times today

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.

Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Seafood, Meat
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 15:00–21:30 Thu–Sat 15:00–22:30
Phone number
(312) 329-9555
Website
http://www.mercaditorivernorth.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Explore our exceptional catering services, designed to elevate any occasion. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our diverse menu options ensure your event is memorable and tailored to your needs. Let us handle the details while you enjoy a seamless and delightful experience. Contact us today to start planning your perfect event.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event at Mercadito! For parties of 11 or more we offer a range of shared dining menus, passed appetizer options, open bar packages, and unique additions to provide a memorable experience for you and your guests.
Private party contact
Christian Gomez: (312) 329-9555

Location
108 W. Kinzie, Chicago, IL 60654
Area
River North (Chicago)
Cross Street
Kinzie between N Clark and N La Salle
Parking details
Valet parking daily after 4 pm
Public transit
Merchandise Mart stops Purple and Brown Line and 156 Bus LaSalle.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Bottomless Brunch At Mercadito
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:30 - 15:00,Sat - 10:30 - 15:00
Join us for an unforgettable brunch experience at Mercadito! Indulge in our bottomless drinks between 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM Saturday & Sunday, for only $35 per person. Endless Margaritas, Mimosas, Amiga Sandias, Bloody Marys, and Tecates! 90 limit time limit
Happy Hour at Mercadito!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 15:00 - 18:00
Join us for Mercadito’s Happy Hour Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Where bold flavors meet unbeatable deals! Indulge in handcrafted cocktails, refreshing margaritas, and a selection of mouthwatering tacos and small plates—all at special prices. Perfect for winding down your day or kicking off your evening, Happy Hour at Mercadito is the best way to enjoy great food, drinks, and vibes.

What 6,361 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mercadito - River North offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent food," "great drinks," and a "fun atmosphere." Renowned for authentic Mexican cuisine, standout dishes include lobster tacos and bottomless margaritas. The service is often praised as "amazing," with the ambiance perfect for celebrations. Noise levels can be high, but the overall experience remains enjoyable.

6,361 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious tacos and nachos and attentive service, and the happy hour prices were perfect. Very loud!
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Sam
VIP
Chicago
36 reviews
3.0
36 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Mercadito is fine for drinks (great happy hour selection). But as a gluten free diner, there are inconsistencies on what can/cannot be eaten. The server had zero clue and was clearly just guessing, no allergen menu or guide, did not ask the kitchen. It made for an uncomfortable dining situation for someone with an allergy.
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Scott
Chicago
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and great service. Noise level pretty high.
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Pedro
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was ok. Had the Branzino and it was overcooked. The arugula, tomato and avocado salad was wonderful, however. Service was not great. Took 20 mins to have someone come take our drink order. Then the server changed to a new person before we got them - it must have been shift change. Food also took longer than it should have to hit the table. Would give it another try, just not during the end of brunch.
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Dawn
VIP
Chicago
48 reviews
4.0
48 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The ambience & food/drinks were great but my waiter was a complete jerk. He pretty much gave me attitude when my soda was flat & when ai didn’t like the rice. He ruined the mood.
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Makiyah
Greater Boston
43 reviews
4.0
43 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Quick service. Great flavors. Going for happy hour next time.
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Carnivore
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great hosts, accommodating to allergies and special birthday requests. Awesome experience!
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Justice
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant is beautiful and the food was great. However I will say the happy hour menu they portrayed online was inaccurate. When we asked our waiter she was a bit short with us and told us the menu has not been updated yet. It seemed to tick her off a bit after that she took a little minute to come back to the table to check on us. Overall it was a great experience besides the hiccup would go back again
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Heidi
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening for a team work dinner. Food was amazing and I can’t wait to go back.
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NiaF
VIP
Alabama
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is good. But it is wildly over priced. They also don’t like to split checks - which is very annoying
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FAQs

Mercadito - River North does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Mercadito - River North also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 329-9555.

Mercadito - River North is rated 4.5 stars by 6361 OpenTable diners.

Mercadito - River North does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 137 times today