Elizabeth Gelfman
Nacional 27 was the venue for our rehearsal dinner, and we could not have been happier! We had amazing food & drinks for one thing. We did our own seating arrangements but were given the room layout in advance which was helpful. We also had music and salsa dancing (including a short salsa class), and my brother-in-law was able to be the MC for speeches later in the night. The staff were friendly (I personally appreciated our waiter who gave our table a round of tequila shots when we asked for them... I don't think he was supposed to but it helped with my night-before-wedding nerves haha). The food was so good, and it was served family style so each guest could try a variety of dishes. Apps were passed as guests arrived as well, and then we had an extensive dessert bar. It was such a fantastic start to our wedding weekend, and so memorable for all of our guests who were able to attend!
HAMID A
I came here mainly for DJX and he’s to my opinion the best in the world who does the Latin DJ’ing. I enjoyed the seafood and was surprised they had Cuban coffee like Miami! ☕️🤙🏽
Bella Flow
I love the food & enjoyed their outdoor sitting area. It is well covered with beautiful Ferns which too me is very important when you're ddining outside. Other restaurants needs incorporate this look when setting up for summer outdoor dining.
Ryan Kent
We had our work party here and it was a blast. The food was incredibly good, the music was great, and the space is really nice. The drinks were high quality, and the dance floor was a nice touch. We had karaoke and a photo booth set up and everything flowed really well. I would be very happy to come back here.
Kevin R Turner
Great food... wait Staff very attentive
Mandy Wilton
A festive and fun atmosphere brings this restaurant/dance club to life. Delicious food from, and inspired by many Latin American countries and cultures. The drinks were fantastic as well. Service seemed to be a little slow, but then again, I came in on a busy Friday evening. The staff was extremely helpful in navigating the menu, and I was very greatful for their suggestions. I will be back!
John Valencia
Family and I received New Years at Nacional27! The atmosphere was great! Having experience at multiple night clubs/bars across the US, I have to acknowledge the great security/bouncers at this place. They act fast and efficiently, making the atmosphere that much better for those trying to have a great night out. Coat check is a +. If you are visiting Chicago like myself, I highly recommend this place. Will be back!
annazieba01
Great nightlife spot with Latin rhythms. Drinks are priced as in any other nightclub in River North. We visited on Friday and they had free cover for ladies. By midnight it got really packed but we still had enough room to dance. I highly recommend if you are looking for more mature crowd.
Kosmic K
I can't wait to visit this place again. While the portions are moderate, it definitely does not miss on flavor. I prefer my sangria a little sweeter but the corn con queso and the Peruvian skirt steak with potatoes, and their extensive cocktail menu is definitely worth another visit. Our party was over a half- hour late for our reservations, they still sat us and the kitchen doesn't close until 12. They also turn into a night club at 11 pm, so it makes the perfect combination for night life dining and eating. They also have excellent quick service.
Laura Castallante
We came here for the free Wednesday evening salsa lessons. This was so much fun and good exercise too! After lessons we had great dinner. Lots of great sharing options on the menu and tasty margaritas (you can order a pitcher).
Michael Bennett
Awesome restaurant. They do dancing a few nights a week by opening the main dining floor into a dance floor. The food is on point and the apps are great. There is some parking available if you walk a bit but that's a good thing, especially after a huge meal there. I would certainly recommend this to others.
Savannah
We ordered way too much food! The food was great, atmosphere on a friday (before it turns into a club) was great as well! The club feels were also nice. Service was average, less than you'd expect when you're dropping over $200 on dinner. But all around, a great experience!
Pranay Singh
We dined a Harry's pre-flight. The chips with blue cheese are a great appetizer. At Harry's stick to sandwiches. My son had the pasta w cream sauce and it the pasta was way overcooked and the sauce pasty. Service was efficient.
Treasyri Williams
Came here to celebrate a birthday. Had a reservation for a group. The hostess was unwelcoming and very rude with us but boy did our waitress Brittney and the manager make up for it! They were both courteous and kind and made sure the birthday girl felt special the whole night . If you go here ask for Brittney to be your waitress. The empanadas and the mini taco flights were creative and fresh. The El corazon and henessey margarita cocktails were table favorites as well as the sangria. This place just needs a better hostess to make good first impressions and they'll be a 5/5.
Foodie Girl
We must have been there on the wrong night. Terrible service, too-loud background music, mediocre food. Only the guacamole was good. Would not return or recommend!
Midwest Import
Que Delicioso!. We went on a Wednesday night, not many patrons here, but we liked the ambiance. Started off with a pitcher the red sangria, delicious and served 4 of us two drinks each. Having spent significant time in Spain, I wouldn't call it quite authentic, but still tasted good. We tried two different ceviche- the rainbow coctel and smoked salmon, absolutely loved the flavor in the salmon. We tried some of the skewers (nothing special) but the boniato and plantain croquetas were to die for! Probably my favorite menu item. My entree was the suckling pig, which was amazing. The ancho jus was delicious, almost like a mole sauce. The carmelized onion boniato mash was absolutely divine. My dad had the huachinango grouper which was delicious, with hints of pepper and cilantro. Everything we had was great! We would like to come back on a Saturday evening.
Kelsey H
Amazing ceviche. I had watermelon and yellow fin ceviche that was to die for and I am not a huge fan of watermelon. <br/><br/>This Latin fusion has lots of favor its in dishes and the ambiance.
Marco
WOW. Blown away! The ambience is exquisite, the food is beyond words. The Paella was to die for. Mojitos.... don't get me started on the mojitos... Latin food at its best!
Michael Levine
A restaurant or a nightclub?. Nacional 27 It is a restaurant or a Nightclub?
Elizabeth Lewis
Dancing/drinks. While their drinks are really good it is a shame that their DJ is absolutley terrible...he literally counts 6 songs of each type and switches (casically like an Ipod).<br/>Furthermore, while their food has never been spectacular, the service used to be ok, now it is just terrible.<br/>Its a good place for an uncorwded dancefloor and drinks with Latin flair, but not the best.
Erik Gelly Gellerstedt
Try the pork dinner dish. It's delicious! We had great service as well.
Juesq2
Paying the check was painful.. For the check, they would not allow us paying with more than 6 credits cards which was really disappointing for a table of 20 people totaling $1200. Think twice if you are going to this place with a party.
Arthur
Nacional 27. Made a reservation for a party of 12 and asked for anything but a long table with six people on each side; that is what we got. service was just okay but the food was really mediocre. Paella was soupy with much too much rice. Roast pork was very fatty and a very small portion. Very disappointing except for the music.
Tmoney
Great Food. Had the skirt steak skewer and a shrimp and scallop taco. Both were declicious.
Sue
Great for a salsa plans. You go here for the ambiance, but the food isn't bad either, especially when you're enjoying a mojito to go with the Latin music. On weekends, they clear the tables around 9:00 for salsa so be sure to stay and watch at least a little. Or better yet get a booth for dinner at 8:00, stay for salsa, and your party has permanent seats for the night - not to mention you didn't have to pay the cover.
AAB
Medicore service. Weak drinks!!! Never tasted any food because I never received a menu so I left.
Foodieatheart
Great food!. We had a fantastic meal and it's a neat atmosphere! The ceviche was incredible. Entrees were very generous in size. The cocktail menu had a lot of different things to try. I had a hard time deciding. We had the ice cream sandwich for dessert, it's a must try. Can't wait to return!
AJ
Average. I planned a party for 12 and coordinated with the staff to eat off of one of their planned menus. It was average for a very expensive meal. We came early so that we wouldn't get poor service when the restaurant was full - the service was still very poor. Our waitress was pretty, but not interesting in our group having a good experience.<br/><br/>The mojitos were good, but not the best in town. I'll go back with a smaller party but won't plan an event there again.
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