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Tzuco, Chicago, IL
Award-winning

Tzuco

4.6
4.6
751 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
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 10:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30
  • Phone number
    (312) 374-8995
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Carlos Gaytán
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    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

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve at Tzuco

    US$120.00 per person

    31 Dec 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 multi-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!

What 751 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tzuco offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic food" and a "beautiful restaurant" ambiance. Many diners praise the "amazing, unique, and flavorful sauces," making it a standout choice for upscale Mexican cuisine. While some service inconsistencies are noted, the inventive menu and creative cocktails keep guests returning.

751 Reviews
  1. Luis

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nuestra experiencia fue increíble, el ambiente rústico está muy bonito. El agua chile de camarones está a otro nivel. La cochinita pibil me hizo recordar cuando viví en México . Our experience was incredible, the rustic atmosphere is very beautiful. The aguachile de camarón is on another level. The cochinita pibil made me remember when I lived in Mexico.

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  2. Cristian

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was incredible and so friendly my husband had a great birthday. Thank you for great service

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  3. Rick

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every aspect was superb. Wonderful staff, excellent food, magnificent setting and ambience… just all around a wonderful experience. Their Michelin star was definitely earned and they’ve maintained that standard. It can be a bit noisy, but that should be expected when you create an atmosphere of pure enjoyment. Definitely make a reservation and treat yo’ self!

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  4. rolando

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amilcar and David were outstanding! Once again Thank You for your hospitality and great experience at Tzuco.
    TzucoResponded 1 day ago
    We will let Amicar & david know about your appreciation, thanks for the fantastic review! We're over the moon to hear that you had such a wonderful time with us at Tzuco. It's always a pleasure to hear from our guests and we're thrilled that we could make your visit memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. José

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible menu and drink. Great place for a date.
    TzucoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us at Tzuco! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our menu and drinks, and that we could make a date memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We always aim to provide an incredible experience and we're glad to know we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable time.

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  6. Jeffrey

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and drinks were great but the food lacked a lot of flavor with the octopus and snapper.. the tartare tasted like a bowl of raw hormel chili and my Mayan ceviche was a little too fishy for ceviche. It wasn’t worth $375 for sure.

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  7. Clarissa

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and cocktails are amazing! I can't wait to come back!
    TzucoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, ClarissaB! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and cocktails at Tzuco. It's always a pleasure to serve our guests and we're glad you're looking forward to coming back. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  8. Sam

    Mobile

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great experience. We will be back

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  9. Christian

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Pleasant atmosphere. The food is average. Very mild flavors, but enjoyable. The service isn’t spectacular. If you are going for a special event like a birthday or anniversary, don’t expect much. We didn’t even get a kind word when mentioned we were there for a birthday.
    TzucoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi ChristianT, We're sorry to hear that your experience at Tzuco didn't meet your expectations. We always aim to provide a pleasant atmosphere and delicious food, so we're disappointed to hear that. We appreciate your feedback regarding the food and service, and we'll definitely take your comments into consideration as we continually strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to make your next visit a memorable one. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Nahid

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is nice . The food presentation is good but all of them are too salty, and I think with these prices the food should be better.
    TzucoResponded 6 days ago
    Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the overall atmosphere of Tzuco. We appreciate your comments regarding our food and we will certainly take them into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our menu. We hope to see you again soon for a better experience.

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FAQs

Tzuco is rated 4.6 stars by 751 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
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.
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30
  • 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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