Best Spanish Food in Chicago

Everyone has a taste for Spanish, here are the best places in Chicago to stop by.

1. Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!

2024 N Halsted St. Chicago, IL 60614

Sotelino felt that the city of Chicago needed a taste of Spanish Food in the restaurant scene, and he took great pride in representing the culture and gastronomy of his home to the people of Chicago. He went to great lengths to achieve authenticity, even arranging for a wood-burning oven to be flown in from Madrid. Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! has made tapas, the hot and cold appetizers of Spain, an integral element of Chicago’s dining scene.

Read Michelle B.‘s review of Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! on Yelp

2. Mercat a la Planxa

638 S Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60605

Mercat’s ambitious menu captivates diners with its masterful remix of authentic Spanish Food cuisine with an emphasis on the Catalonian region. From street food-styled starters to meal-sized classics, rice, and grilled specialties from our planxa grill, each dish leads diners to another stage along Mercat’s culinary adventure. Complementing the rich cultural experience is an extensive, yet finely curated selection of cava, sangria, wine, and cocktail creations.

Read Ralph S.‘s review of Mercat a la Planxa on Yelp

3. Tapas Valencia

1530 S State St. Chicago, IL 60605

Whether you’re dining with friends and family, exploring on a first date, or planning your next big event, Tapas Valencia is the perfect backdrop for any occasion. We carry on the tradition of great food and service that was started at our original location, Mesón Sabika in Naperville.

Read Vince W.‘s review of Tapas Valencia on Yelp

4. mfk

432 W Diversey Pkwy. Chicago, IL 60614

mfk. is a seaside-focused eatery on the border of Chicago’s East Lakeview & lincoln park neighborhoods.

Read Jenny Z.‘s review of mfk on Yelp

5. The Spanish Square

1358 W Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 60657

Read Anamaria H.‘s review of The Spanish Square on Yelp