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Tabu, Chicago, IL

Tabu

4.5
4.5
549 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American
Tabu breaks from tradition with Multi-Regional Latin inspired cuisine and cocktails, in a unique and eclectic West Loop space. Our menu defies culinary classification delivering vibrant dishes that draw influence from the cuisines of Mexico, Spain, Colombia, and more. Tabu’s food offerings were designed to pair perfectly with its tantalizing beverage program, which is set to boast the largest collection of Mezcals and Tequilas in Chicago. Tabu’s interiors combine a certain sophistication and playfulness, with a ceiling adorned with nearly 10,000 individually cut ropes, enigmatic pop art murals, and a sunken cocktail lounge that begs you to order just one more round. Tabu’s food offerings were designed to pair perfectly with its tantalizing beverage program, which is set to boast the largest collection of Mezcals and Tequilas in Chicago.

The section designated as the "lounge" are coffee style tables. Full service is provided at these tables.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

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Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Contemporary Mexican, Latin / Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 11:00 am–3:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 453-8228
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next event at Tabu!
  • Private party contact
    Meghan Osborn: (773) 453-8022
  • Neighborhood
    West Town
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Craft cocktails at the Tabu Lounge

    Multiple dates available
    Experience curated craft cocktails at the Tabu Lounge. Booking a table in the lounge consists of a low coffee table and seating to match. These coffee tables can accommodate up to four guests per reservation. Additional seating per single reservation for guests will not be guaranteed. If your group is larger than four guests and requires seating, please book a second table if available.
    Craft cocktails at the Tabu Lounge Photo

What 549 people are saying

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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

549 Reviews
  1. Jerbone

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Had great service, and loved everything we ordered!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall2Food4Service1Ambience3
    We waited for food for 45 minutes and 2 of 6 in our party got food 20 minutes after the rest of us. The kitchen and service crew was understaffed.

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  3. NicoleT

    Chicago

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall3Food4Service3Ambience3
    Overall it was good but loud they had a private event, and they kept screaming and the music was loud! Servers was a little slow …. Our first appetizer came out fast the lobster flautas were amazing (almost wanted to order another one) !! Our second appetizer the pork Belly Arepa were good too but it took way too long (20 mins) I think she forgot so they had to comp it off of the bill and got we got 3 free shots each that made up for it . I ordered the steak and frites and the steak was OK but the spiced fries were amazing had to finish till the bottom. Overall will still be back one day !!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The food was delicious (lobster flautas & guac) the fruta fresca cocktail was better than the paraíso. Service was great - thank you Daniela, Julio & Kush.

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  5. PatxM

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall4Food3Service3Ambience3
    Food was good but it took over 40 minutes, there was an event therefore that might have been why. Would have loved different music type and more energy in the environment.

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  6. RubyC

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service5Ambience5
    Perfect spot to grab some drink and appetizers. Service is great and friendly! Staff is very attentive. Drinks are AMAZING! Love the unicorn and galaxy dust. Not a fan of the ceviche (missing lime) but the lobster flautas are yummy!. Have been here for HAPPY HOUR before and the deals are definitely worth it vs. full price menu.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The food is delicious, drinks are amazing and the service was delightful! Will definitely be visiting again..

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  8. Coco

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    First timers. The ambiance was amazing loved the door leaving the restaurant. The chicken and churros were great!

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  9. Lydi

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Our server Jessica was amazing she went above and beyond. We went from brunch I will be back for dinner.

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  10. Katsouthburbs

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great service, food was amazing, the grilled octopus and que fc tacos were great.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Went to Tabu for a date night and had such a great time! The food **chefs kiss** SO GOOD. The drinks 🔥🔥🔥 and strong! The music and atmosphere 10/10. The service was quick and the staff was friendly. Highly recommend for hosting a party in the lower lounge, grabbing dinner & drinks with the girls, and of course a lovely date night. We’ll be back soon!

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  12. BeRy

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service1Ambience5
    Delicious food, good drinks and beautifully made space. Our server was changed just after drinks were ordered. We had very pleasant server at beginning named Jessica, the second server seemed to be in his own world. The was a question asked about main dish, he left to asked and never came back with answer- we had to ask one of the bus boys to get him since only one main dish arrived. Bus boy was more at our table than our server.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service2Ambience4
    Energy was great, cute place to sit at the bar for drinks with friends. Atmosphere is great for date night too

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service1Ambience3
    I’ve been here a few times, the service has gotten very slow lately not sure if it’s because they have new people. There was barely any people at the time we came and our server kept forgetting our drinks. The food was mediocre, the only thing we enjoyed was the the lobster flautas. We all got sick from the food that night, unfortunately we won’t be coming anymore.

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  15. AlAs

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    Overall2Food1Service3Ambience5
    Atmosphere A+. Very nice people working there but our waitress would disappear and there was only one other table sat. Chips great! Drinks mediocre. Salsas not good. Guacamole ok. Our entrees and dessert not good at all. The main complaint is the spices from salsa, guacamole, drinks, and meal do not coordinate. And I ordered based on suggestion. Many of the items had a burnt taste to it and for that I would pass on going back.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience5
    Our group was celebrating 3 birthdays. We were treated to a comped round of shots and delicious churro ice cream marshmallow dessert. Had dined for brunch the week earlier to try the food , then returned with a large group for dinner a week later. Cocktails are delicious!

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  17. ValentinaM

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    Overall5Food3Service5Ambience5
    The service is amazing!!! And the vibes are so so so nice!! Drinks 10/10!! Octopus and the tacos 10/10.

    TabuResponded on October 10, 2023

    Hi Valentina! Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback- we're happy to hear you enjoyed your visit! We hope to have you back again soon. Please feel free to reach out to our team with any additional feedback, questions, or requests.

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  18. RicardoM

    St. Louis

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The place is outstanding, we love the decor, food, drinks service was amazing. This restaurant’s is a instagram icon

    TabuResponded on October 10, 2023

    Hi Ricardo! Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback- we're happy to hear you enjoyed your visit! We hope to have you back again soon. Please feel free to reach out to our team with any additional feedback, questions, or requests.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Wonderful scrumptious food,service, and ambience!!

    TabuResponded on October 10, 2023

    Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback- we're happy to hear you enjoyed your visit! We hope to have you back again soon. Please feel free to reach out to our team with any additional feedback, questions, or requests.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Comimos DELICIOSO. No pueden perderse el pulpo. Yo sugeriría música en vivo para completar la experiencia. Pero es un MUST en su visita a Chicago

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  21. SusanB

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Everything was delish and our server was a delight. Great decor and ambiance too.

    TabuResponded on October 10, 2023

    Hi Susan! Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback- we're happy to hear you enjoyed your visit! We hope to have you back again soon. Please feel free to reach out to our team with any additional feedback, questions, or requests.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    Overall5Food3Service5Ambience5
    I ordered a Cornish hen. The rice was salty. The carrot was interesting, but good the coronation was good.

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  23. Michal

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    Overall3Food2Service3Ambience4
    Both the starter and entree item I was looking to order was not available.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    I loved everything about this place will return soon

    TabuResponded on September 20, 2023

    Hello! Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to provide this feedback. We hope to see you back again soon. Please feel free to reach out with any additional feedback, questions, or requests

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  25. JOYCEG

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Beautiful atmosphere great drinks and food waitress was also very helpful

    TabuResponded on September 20, 2023

    Hello! Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to provide this feedback. We're happy to hear this and we hope to see you back again soon. Please feel free to reach out with any additional feedback, questions, or requests.

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  26. Melissa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Amazing atmosphere and vibe. The food was exceptional! Plan to come back

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  27. Ruby

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We were a party of 6 people and we had the absolute best experience! My family and I were all happy with our food and the service was top tier. Surprisingly my favorite part was the open concept bathroom haha, I was surprised on how artsy it was designed. Would recommend for a girls brunch/dinner, date or family gathering.

    TabuResponded on September 20, 2023

    Hello! Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to provide this feedback. We hope to see you back again soon. Please feel free to reach out with any additional feedback, questions, or requests.

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  28. Allen

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We sat at the bar. Very friendly staff with great recommendations. Flights were fun and great value. All the dishes were very complex and interesting. Heavy, but not greasy Mexican food at its best.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    La comida estuvo deliciosa, el chef se acercó a la mesa al finalizar para explicar los platos Fue una experiencia maravillosa, el servicio y la música fueron excepcionales. Sin duda volveré

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  30. Luv2eat

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service4Ambience4
    Thursday night, barely anyone there. Took 20 min to get second round of drinks even though there were MANY staff members at bar looking at their phone. Steak was over cooked. No chomp sticks for ramen? Need valet it better parking options Server was very nice. Vibes were good! Bathrooms were cool. I’ll probably give it a second chance.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service4Ambience5
    Fun place with some very interesting food options! Great for a group of 7 of us

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Overall it was a great experience. Beautiful ambiance, nice music, and the food was delicious with a great price. Try the margarita flights; you’ll love them!

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  33. BridgetM

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    Food and cocktails were great, the decor is very cute and fun, but the place was pretty much completely empty on a Thursday before a holiday weekend when all other places seemed to be fully booked. If they remove the deposit for reservations they’d have much more business.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience5
    Had a great time here. The staff was extra friendly. Definitely coming back

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  35. Stacy

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service1Ambience1
    Be very careful when dinning at this restaurant. I checked my bank statement and additional tip was added to my check after I signed it. My initial tip was left in cash. The server, Cynthia only brought me one copy of my receipt to sign and not a copy for my records. Luckily I took a picture as proof. Very disappointed.

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  36. LizH

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Very unique food and presentation. Loved the space and atmosphere. Will definitely be back!

    TabuResponded on August 24, 2023

    Thank you!

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  37. TayA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service2Ambience5
    The food was amazing. Drinks were potent. Service was below average.

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  38. Lele

    Chicago

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    So many delicious choices! Food was amazing and I’ll definitely come back

    TabuResponded on August 24, 2023

    Thank you!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Went out for brunch with some friends and we really enjoyed our experience. Really nice ambience/aesthetic and the food was delicious

    TabuResponded on August 24, 2023

    Thank you!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service1Ambience1
    We waited over 20 minutes at a table without service and left without ever speaking to the server

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

Tabu does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tabu also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 453-8228.

Tabu is rated 4.5 stars by 549 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tabu

401 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60642-6530

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    West Town
  • Hours of operation
    Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 11:00 am–3:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Contemporary Mexican, Latin / Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (773) 453-8228
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next event at Tabu!
  • Private party contact
    Meghan Osborn: (773) 453-8022
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