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I had just arrived in Chicago and dropped off my luggage at the hotel and I was hungry. I decided to go to Kimski. Arrived there only to find that it didn't open until 5:00 pm, so I decided to go somewhere else. Frontera Grill was that place.
It was 11:30ish on a Wednesday when I arrived. I had no reservation upon walking in and was seated immediately. The restaurant was moderately filled but not crowded. I was in a party of four and the seating did feel a little close but not too bad. Regional Mexican and other Latin music was being played. The waiters were very professional and polite. They were very attentive and repeatedly asked to help or explained items on the menu.
Several different plates were ordered and while I cannot say anything in particular stood out to me, everything was good. Being from Texas, it's tough to find good authentic Mexican food that measures up. I know Chicago does have a well deserved rich culinarily legacy when it comes to Mexican food but nothing on the menu blew me away although the presentation was impeccable and impressive. As the meal went on, the drinks were flowing and pretty soon the restaurant was packed. Our waiters never stopped checking on our table. The service was excellent!
Overall, the food was good, presentation was incredible and the service was awesome! Frontera Grill is definitely worth a try.
Wasn't expecting this cozy little place. Food was incredible! I've never tasted fresher, more delicious Mexican food except in the streets of Mexico. Even the tortilla chips tasted as if the grew, harvested, & and ground their own corn. They treated us so nicely & even honored our son who just graduated Navy bootcamp. Icing on the cake was meeting Chef Bayless himself.
First time to Frontera Grill today, the atmosphere and service was great! Music and ambience was very enjoyable and made it feel comfortable for a nice brunch. We shared conchas with jam with our coffees (no alternative milks for lattes) and they were delightful 🙌.
Main dishes were Bajio style eggs and Chilaquiles. Would recommend the Bajio eggs; however, the chilaquiles, were very cheesy and heavy and lacked the punch of flavor I like to have with Mexican food. Was a heavy American twist on this Mexican classic so I was a bit disappointed. Perhaps I’ll try Frontera again with a different dish!
By far the best meal of my Chicago trip. Sweet corn cake could be the best dessert ive ever had in my life. Wasn't a big fan of any of the drinks i had. Will definitely be back. I wanted one of everything but i went alone.
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We came in here on a Tuesday evening and were seated outdoor on the street. The outdoor seating was nice but I wish they provided coasters for our drinks - the tables were the mesh ones and the precipitation of our drinks caused them to just drip on our legs. Overall, the food was spectacular - we have the Carne Asada Brava and the Carne Asada was very good and tender, the tamales was very light and had a good flavor that wasn't overwhelming. The mashed potatoes were similarly light and had a good mix of flavor on them, but the onion knobs were unremarkable. My only ding was that our waiter took way too long and I had to beckon him to come over. They gave us tortillas instead of tortillas chips, we would request a menu to order further and they took a long time to get back to us. If service was more prompt I would give them a full 5 star mark, but for a bib gourmand restaurant (a restaurant recognized by Michelin) I would have higher expectations on service. That being said, the waiter was pleasant and when we did receive service it was a good time. All in all, this was a good experience.
Excellent service. I love that there is a service charge and that tips are optional (staff truly deserve an additional tip). Food was certainly good, but not mind blowing. Chicken was tender and moist, but I was expecting more layers of flavor in the mole amarillo. The steak was perfectly prepared. Chips were great, rich corn and flavorful guacamole. The crema was remarkable- tart and fresh. The strawberry ice cream was so flavorful- summer in your mouth. We enjoyed the music playing and the space wasn’t very loud, so we could talk during dinner. A nice evening out.
Delicious food and drinks. The duck carnitas fall off the bone. The ceviche is fresh and a perfect starter.
Beware of the spicy peppers, they are spicy!
Make sure you make room for dessert. The ice cream pie was the star of the shoe both aesthetically and the taste.
Fantastic food and excellent service makes for a great anniversary celebration I’ve wanted to try Chef Rick Bayless’ Frontera Grill for many years. I’m thankful I made the trip to Chicago to give it a try. Highly recommend this place for its excellent flavors and authentic Mexican cuisine.
For people with dietary restrictions, be careful with the beans, they have pork in them but it is not listed on the menu!!
Solid experience overall. We had a great waiter take excellent care of us. Tacos and fajitas were tasty. Chicken was cooked well and was not rubbery, but it didn’t justify the cost for a simple plate.
Expect to pay a pretty penny for something that yes, is filling, but no, isn’t worth the price.
I have eaten at the fronteras at airports often and I like it however, the experience at the restaurant was quite good, the service was great, food was very good and dessert was amazing, I will be back
Stopped in for brunch on our last morning in Chicago. Mostly a very cool experience. I got the Bajio style eggs which were both delicious and beautiful. Chips and salsa was really good. The mini hotcakes were a highlight. My wife was less enthusiastic about her breakfast enchiladas. Didn't care for the sauce.
Service was good. Chef Bayless walked through the dining room while we were eating which was fun. Decor is a tad tired and feels a bit old but the art on the walls was great.
I have been here for a date and I’ve also taken my parents here and both times have been fabulous. With my parents, my father has a mobility disability and the staff accommodated us fabulously, which was such a relief. They were even able to seat us earlier than the reservation I was able to get online which I was so thankful for. My mother was very nostalgic for Bayless’ cooking as she watched plenty of his shows on pbs. Our server was so knowledgeable and helped us really enjoy our meal.
We came to Frontera grill during a recent trip to Chicago to have a special dinner. We ordered drinks, appetizers, entrees, and dessert! The food had really interesting flavor combinations and the menu truly is unique. There wasn’t any item that blew us away but it was an enjoyable experience overall!
This is the best restaurant in my whole trip. The soup was amazing. Guacamole was so refreshing.
Disappointing experience in Disney Springs, so high hopes for Chicago. The service left a lot to be desired. But our meals were KILLER. Carnitas ($21) were delicious with the perfect tortillas. The tacos arabes ($21) were a delight, esp to my 10 year old who didn't want to take the risk but slowly, and surely, asked for more of the incredible sauces.
Husband (not a drinker) ordered a Blue Agave margarita ($15) and was taken aback at the price for the amount. (He had one similar last month when guests visited back home.) He liked the clean and crispy flavor enormously but still groused on the price. Until he realized he was drunk (he's a sweet drunk). Beware....
With all of above, plus one Dos Equis and a $12 tamale de elote (just comfort food), pre-tax was $88.50. A 20% service charge (for other staff) was added. Total, post-service charge, post-tax was $118.00. Not including standard tip.
Authentic MEXICAN Cuisine! Fresh, tasty, full of flavor! Definitely a winner! Atmosphere is authentic, relaxed and great service! Will come back next time in Chicago👌🤤❤️
Probably my fourth time here. Always consistently good. First time for brunch. The breakfast enchiladas were amazing.
I came in here for restaurant week and had a great, casual lunch in the afternoon. The place was not crowded and we were seated right away. The menu has plenty of options and some truly unique ones when it comes to Mexican cuisine, as well as a good number of vegetarian options. I ended up ordering the enchiladas and some chips and guacamole, where the chips were deliciously crispy.
We were happy with the portion sizes and the service was excellent as well! Looking forward to coming back and trying more options from the menu.
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