Rank 1.
Frontera Grill
mexican · Chicago
Bib GourmandEater 38
Rick Bayless actually cares about technique and sourcing here—the mole and ceviches justify the hype without the pretension.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
$$ · ClosedToday · 10:30 — 14:00G4.4T4.3Y3.9MS
WarningTourist magnet in River North, so expect crowds and noise; go early or late if you want to actually taste your food.