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Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!, Chicago, IL

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

4.8 (489)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
441 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4540

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 84 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
Welcome to Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! in River North. The little sister of Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Lincoln Park, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! stays true to its Spanish roots serving a wide variety of iconic small plates like Patatas Bravas, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and our signature Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer. Of course, no celebration would be complete without our classic Sangria. ¡Salud!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers catering for parties of all sizes. Speak with a team member today to get started curating the perfect event, and Let our team of professionals bring the tapas party to you!
  • Private party facilities
    Nestled in River North, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! is designed for gathering and grazing with friends, family and colleagues alike. With scalable seating options from small parties to a full restaurant buyout, it’s the perfect location for weddings, showers and more. Head to our website to learn more!
  • Private party contact
    Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! Parties Team: (312) 985-6909
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    N Clark St. & W Hubbard St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple Line), Grand (Red Line), Clark & Grand (Bus - 22)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 489 people are saying

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and "great vibes." Guests rave about the "amazing service," including attentive staff and knowledgeable recommendations. Highlights include "phenomenal tapas," "perfectly balanced drinks," and a "cozy ambiance." With a menu that delights and a lively atmosphere, it's a must-visit in Chicago.
489 Reviews
  1. Linda

    New Orleans / Louisiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was phenomenal! Islam made sure everything about our brunch was amazing!

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  2. Drew

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba in Lincoln Park, but this was our first experience here. Overall, we enjoyed it. It was a smidge pricey, but it is in River North. The ambiance and service were good. Next time, we will shoot for patio seating.

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  3. Lynn

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service outstanding ! Server took food sensitivities very seriously. Incredible experience

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  4. Ramsey

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time! The only reasons I didn’t give a perfect rating is because there were quite a few of the dishes that were just…fine. For me the tortilla espanola completely lacked flavor and the skewer was overdone & chewy. For me the shrimp, meatballs & goat cheese were are fine. The shining stars were the deviled eggs, bikini sandwiches & potatoes. And the pitchers of sangria are smaller than the pictures on line and are a bit overpriced. Over very very good and makes me want to try the main restaurant

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  5. Tom VIP

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Happy Hour midweek. Enjoyed apps & sangria - always consistently good food, drinks and service. Never disappoints.

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  6. Heather

    Toronto / Ontario5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and food! Lovely little spot - would recommend

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  7. Paola

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely delicious — great quality and generous portions. The drinks were also perfectly served, well-balanced, and complemented the meal beautifully. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a satisfying dining experience!

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  8. Gracie VIP

    St. Louis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a delicious restaurant; each dish was phenomenal and the perfect size. We couldn’t recommend Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba more— great staff, service, food, and drinks. What more could you ask for? We will definitely be back!!!

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  9. Kevin

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love love love this place. I’ve been back several times. It was so lovely sitting outside and enjoying the summer vibes.

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  10. Daijah VIP

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ba Ba is always a good idea! The happy hour sangria is where its at!

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FAQs

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 985-6909.

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! is rated 4.8 stars by 489 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 84 times today
Google Map for Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

441 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4540

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N Clark St. & W Hubbard St.
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple Line), Grand (Red Line), Clark & Grand (Bus - 22)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers catering for parties of all sizes. Speak with a team member today to get started curating the perfect event, and Let our team of professionals bring the tapas party to you!
  • Private party facilities
    Nestled in River North, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! is designed for gathering and grazing with friends, family and colleagues alike. With scalable seating options from small parties to a full restaurant buyout, it’s the perfect location for weddings, showers and more. Head to our website to learn more!
  • Private party contact
    Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! Parties Team: (312) 985-6909
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