Mercadito - River North

Name: Mercadito - River North
Address: 108 W. Kinzie, Chicago, IL, United States, 60654
Telephone: (312) 329-9555
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (6523)

$31 to $50

Mexican

108 W. Kinzie, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people

Jul 27, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 104 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for groups
Great for happy hour

Located in the heart of River North, Mercadito is a top
destination for modern Mexican cuisine and
handcrafted tequila and mezcal cocktails. Our menu
features fresh takes on traditional dishes, including
signature tacos, guacamole, ceviche, and
more—perfect for sharing and savoring.
Downstairs, Mercadito’s Lounge offers a hidden,
speakeasy-style escape with a chic, intimate vibe.
Guests can enjoy the full menu in this cozy setting,
complete with dim lighting, plush booths, and elevated
cocktails.
Join us for bold flavors, warm hospitality, and a vibrant
dining experience in the city’s premier Mexican
restaurant.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Seafood, Meat
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 329-9555
Website
http://www.mercaditorivernorth.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Explore our exceptional catering services, designed to elevate any occasion. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our diverse menu options ensure your event is memorable and tailored to your needs. Let us handle the details while you enjoy a seamless and delightful experience. Contact us today to start planning your perfect event.
Private party facilities
Plan your next event at Mercadito! For parties of 11 or more we offer a range of shared dining menus, passed appetizer options, open bar packages, and unique additions to provide a memorable experience for you and your guests.
Private party contact
Christian Gomez: (312) 329-9555

Location
108 W. Kinzie, Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
Kinzie between N Clark and N La Salle
Parking details
Valet parking daily after 4 pm
Public transit
Merchandise Mart stops Purple and Brown Line and 156 Bus LaSalle.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Private dining

Offers

Bottomless Brunch At Mercadito
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM,Sat - 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Join us for an unforgettable brunch experience at Mercadito! Indulge in our bottomless drinks between 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Saturday & Sunday, for only $40 per person. Endless Margaritas, Mimosas, Amiga Sandias, Bloody Marys, and Topo Chico Seltzers! 90 limit time limit
Comida Corrida
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Experience Mercadito’s Comida Corrida lunch special for $29, available Monday to Friday from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Start with your choice of Pozole Verde soup or a fresh mixed greens salad, followed by one of our signature tacos. Your meal is perfectly complemented with a mexican coke, mexican sprite, or topo chico for a refreshing midday break. Quick, delicious, and packed with bold flavors, it’s the perfect way to enjoy lunch at Mercadito.
Happy Hour at Mercadito!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us for Mercadito’s Happy Hour Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Where bold flavors meet unbeatable deals! Indulge in handcrafted cocktails, refreshing margaritas, and a selection of mouthwatering tacos and small plates, all at special prices. Perfect for winding down your day or kicking off your evening, Happy Hour at Mercadito is the best way to enjoy great food, drinks, and vibes.

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What 6,523 people are saying

Mercadito - River North 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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Chicago / Illinois
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mercadito - River North is a vibrant spot known for its "delicious food" and "amazing drinks," particularly the lobster tacos and spicy margaritas. While the noise level can be high, the atmosphere is lively with "friendly and attentive" service. Happy Hour offers "excellent selections" and a "great value."

6,523 Reviews

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TEE
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was so good! Can wait to go back! It was 4 of us we all ordered something different. DELICIOUS!!
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Louise VIP
Tucson27 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
We were visiting Chicago during a heat wave. We walked 20 minutes to the restaurant from our hotel to meet friends. A big disappointment when they would not seat us until the other couple arrived. We could not hear anything our waiter said because of the noise level. The noise was so loud that I couldn’t have a nice conversation with anyone at our table. The food was good but the overall experience was painful. There are too many nice restaurants in Chicago to put up with that treatment.
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Susan VIP
Chicago / Illinois14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Was way too noisy!!! If I go back it won't be on a Friday night. There seemed to be no sound dampening architectural elements.
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Darrell
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tiffany was very welcoming and did a great job! Will definitely be back!
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Eva VIP
Nashville2 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
A little bit expensive for what it was, but that’s expected for River North.
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Michael&Ariel
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10 out of 10 highly recommended !!! will be back for the lobster tacos and spicy Margarita 😊
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Sana
Chicago / Illinois1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall very good experience and great service was provided!
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Nicholas
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Happy Hour and our Server was by far the best we have ever had.
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Matty VIP
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on July 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and Service. This place has been around a long time and still doing it right.
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Kenneth VIP
San Francisco Bay Area30 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Hostess likes to cramp you next to other tables while other tables are wide open (very odd); food good but overpriced; service standard
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FAQs

Mercadito - River North does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Mercadito - River North also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 329-9555.

Mercadito - River North is rated 4.5 stars by 6523 OpenTable diners.

Mercadito - River North does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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