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

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

4.8
4.8
460 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
441 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4540

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 84 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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

Private dining

What 460 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! is celebrated for its "phenomenal" food and "exceptional" tapas, making it a must-visit in Chicago. Guests rave about the "amazing brunch," attentive service, and lively ambiance. Highlights include the chorizo-wrapped dates and seasonal sangria. Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a favorite for both locals and visitors.

460 Reviews
  1. Erik

    Houston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Enjoyed the food at Lil' Cafe Ba Ba Reeba, but the service and ambiance fell well short of our expectations. We came in expecting the same level of quality as Cafe Ba Ba Reeba and were sorely disappointed. If you are looking for the premier Spanish Tapas in Chicago, avoid this spot and go to the Cafe!

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  2. Robert

    Grand Rapids23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good - gazpacho was excellent. Potato/onion tortilla didn’t taste like it was fully cooked, ham croquettas weren’t very flavorful, but desserts provided a happy ending. Service was excellent. We’ll definitely return because there are a lot more tapas to try!

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  3. brendan

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was so hospitable. Food was divine! Wonderful spring menu!

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  4. Pam VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Good vibes! Best red sangria and beef empanadas.

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  5. Cindi

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING! Absolutely everything about it was amazing.

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  6. Timothy

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing brunch. We were the first in a short line for the door opening. The place filled up quickly, but never lost its cozy ambiance. Our waitress recommended 4-5 plates, and that was perfect for two hungry men. The plates did not disappointed. Find a reason to go.

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  7. Leslie VIP

    Chicago44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another unbelievable evening at Lil Baba Reeba ! Once again it was beyond our expectations. We had the best server, Madeline! She gave us excellent suggestions on our food. She truly went above and beyond to make sure our group had a fun delicious meal. As always, our drinks made by Slam & Ryan were outstanding! Ola and Salvo really jump in giving this place the most unbelievable vibe it is by far my favorite restaurant and it’s because of these amazing people and your outstanding chefs wow what a team what a place!

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  8. Zane

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chorizo wrapped dates, potatoes and deviled eggs and you have a wonderful dinner. One of my favorite restaurants to visit and a must in Chicago. Lil or big

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  9. Daniel

    Jacksonville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was phenomenal! Make sure to make a reservation.

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  10. Phillip

    Oklahoma City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The selections and quality of the food were exceptional. Staff recommendations were helpful, and they were responsive without being intrusive.

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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 460 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. River North (Chicago)

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 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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