Frontera Grill

Never been disappointed by the food or drinks. Top notch ceviche , guac and variety of moles . BEST bartenders who know a lot about tequila & shake a damn good 'rita (shout out to Jonathan).

The taco trio is sooooo good and the portion is ginormous. I expected three tacos , but it probably could've made 6-9 tacos ! So flavorful, and the meats were so well cooked. My favorite was the duck

Awesome! Hands down the best margarita I have ever had. The house made tortillas are exceptional. Everything we ordered was terrific. If you are in the mood for Mexican this place is can't miss.

SHRIMP , RED CHILE-PEAR SAUCE (Wood-grilled Sinaloa blue shrimp , sauce of red guajillo chiles, local pears and roasted tomatoes , Gulf-style white rice , tangy pear sauce)

"For two decades, this has been the spot for a vibrant slice of Mexico City , a place to chow down on ceviches , earthy mole , wood-grilled steak tucked into housemade tortillas ." Time Out on TripExpert Read more

The ceviches are really good, and so is the quest fundido . Try the margaritas and the mezcal cocktails . Cochinita pibil is very tender and flavorful. And don't forget the desserts !

CLASSIC FLAN (Classic Mexican caramel custard with pecan polvorones), finished with coffee and a shot of coffee liqueur

Ballers know the Splurge Margarita is the way to go with cognac barrel-aged tequila , Grand Marnier , cognac-infused Pineau des Charantes, fresh lime , and gold leaf. Read more

The brunch menu features huevos rancheros , chilaquiles and hot cakes so you can start the day off with a hearty, satisfying meal. Read more

If you're not sure what to order, go with small plates . Two people can share 4 small plates and leave satisfied. Try the Mezcal Paloma, Yum!

Rick Bayless' Mexican haven, including Xoco on the corner, is a Chicago institution spawning spinoffs around the globe of south of the border fare from street food to high end . Read more

Frontera Grill is the place to go for high quality Mexican food and drink in a casual setting. There is so much to try that I have to return repeatedly to sample more of the menu.

It's impossible to order a bad thing here. To maximize your choices, try 2 things from the street menu and an appetizer . If you do, you can probably share a dessert .

3-4 hour wait but worth the wait. Food is exceptional ceviche trio is on point with flavor, tortilla soup is very good, chips an salsa not bad at all, chicken tacos al carbon were very tasty. 2 be con

Chef de cuisine Andres Padilla routinely turns out one memorable plate after another, triumphs of technique and scholarship that stimulate the mind as much as they do the palate Read more

Tom, our server, was awesome. He was so knowledgable and patient. We had a wonder lunch ! Don't miss out on the Champagne Margarita ! And, a Rick Bayless sighting.

"It’s so cheesy and slightly spicy . Jalapeños , onion , shrimp , cheese , and hot tortillas ? Can't go wrong there. Add a margarita and you’re set." Chef Ryan McCaskey Read more

Everything is Yummy! High quality food. Reservations needed. Less crowded for dinner is the bar . If you like speciality drinks, I think this is the place. Everyone raved about the margaritas

The taquitos may be the best Mexican thing I've ever eaten in my life. The chips are amongst the best too.

The lunch menu ($22) including mushroom empanadas with watercress salad , chicken or pork loin mole and a coconut tres leches cake with pineapple , all concocted with Rick Bayless' signature flair. Read more

If margaritas aren’t your thing, the Mulato Chile Old Fashioned is an outstanding cocktail with an extremely pleasant heat level.

FRONTERA CEVICHE (Hawaiian albacore , lime , green chile , tomato , olives & cilantro )

Frontera offers a vibrant slice of Mexico City , a place to chow down on ceviches , earthy mole , wood-grilled steak tucked into housemade tortillas and, of course, insanely good margaritas . Read more

My favorite restaurants in Chicago, and that's saying a lot because I have many. Everything tastes amazing and the service is top notch.

Rick Bayless took Chicago’s enchiladas-and-tacos Mexican dining scene and showed us a better way, one that celebrated regional authenticity and sustainably and ethically raised ingredients. Read more

The oysters here are absolutely pristine, and the sauces — a "minoneta" of tomatillo and habanero , and chipotle-garlic salsa — are wonderful. Read more

Great place! Try ceviche trio for triple experience. And gin and tonic is to die for - absolutely divine!!!

Amazing food, delicious table-side margaritas and great service. Highly recommend this place for a higher-end Mexican food .

The Grill maintains a purist's approach to Mexican cuisine , much like its sister restaurant Topolobampo, but in a more casual setting. Try the grilled duck breast in a chile-corn-mushroom sauce.

Not the best flan I've ever had, but you get two - one traditional and one chocolate . The chocolate one is delicious with bacon infused brittle. Definitely a great postre

If you have a big group the Morales room is the way to go. Set menu , 5 courses, wine pairings , good times. Randall was our server and he rocked.

Awesome awesome awesome. Mini pork tortas were best thing I ever had. Maybe it was because I was hammered off of margaritas . Regardless this place is some of the best Mexican I've had ever!

Meyer lemon , prickly pear sorbet , blood orange , marshmallow fluff (but not from a jar). Oh my!! Sit at 5 top overlooking kitchen-got right in!

Great ceviche : the way it looks and tastes! And always very pleasant service . One of my favorite places in Chicago!

By all means order the Ceviche . If you are adventurous get the Ceviche trio . It's all that!!

Authentic , inspired, delicious Mexican food . You won't find a typical cheese-slathered enchilada here, but you also can't go wrong with whatever you choose. - Kellie, Community Manager

Hit Frontera for lunch to optimize cost savings - it's still the same amazing Mexican food . Enjoy it knowing the tomatoes and chiles you're eating were grown on the roof of the building you're in.

Expect stellar versions of Mexican classics like enchiladas , mole and flautas ; spot-on ceviches ; and, for Saturday brunch , white-corn pancakes with whipped goat cheese . Read more

Be sure to make a reservation ahead of time to avoid waiting in the long line ! Tropical tuna ceviche is awesome and the summer margarita is AMAZING!

An order of chips and guacamole also comes with two salsas - a red and a green. Mix the two on a chip before putting on the guacamole . Explosion of flavors.

Since opening its doors in ’87, Frontera Grill has been the spot for an intensely flavorful, impeccably fresh slice of Mexico, courtesy of celebrity chef and winner of Top Chef Masters Rick Bayless. Read more

If it's your first time here, try ordering a bunch of the small plates to share and go for the Mezcal Paloma... Delicious!

In the heart of River North lies Frontera Grill, a Rick Bayless gem that boasts an incredible menu and even better patio . Read more

The tortilla soup is delicious, the atmosphere.decor is great, and the service is always friendly . Well worth a visit!

Putting the Bayless empire against taquerias is a David and Goliath move, but you’ll side with the big guy once you taste the soft housemade tortillas , farm eggs and beautiful blistered tomato sauce . Read more

Oaxacan style carne asada was seasoned/cooked to perfection. Definately a must I your in Chicago. Do not pass up.

The Bitches say: A+ A Chicago favorite that features locally sourced ingredients on a menu full of innovative Mexican favorites. Read more

One of the best Mexican meals I've ever had. The BEST guacamole I have ever had.

Rick Bayless is a mole master. Perhaps the best high end Mexican restaurant in the country (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more

Try the queso fundido classico and mexcal margarita ; both are A+. The blue agave margarita A-. The mole poblano a solid B; not exceptional but good. Try Guelaguetza in LA for amazing mole .