Bàrbaro Taqueria

Come for the quesabirria and stay for the vibe (and the coco tres leches cake). My review is long overdue, but better late than never! I went with some good friends and we all enjoyed every bite of what we ordered. They ordered the mole enchiladas and I got the quesabirria tacos. These are BY FAR the most delectable quesabirria tacos you will ever have. Try them! You will thank me. Also, their black beans are delicious! I don't really drink so I had their pin̈a colada mocktail and it was YUM. I was probably too full for dessert, but I had to get a slice of the coco tres leches. My friends had the oreo one, so I got to try both, but I preferred mine. Honestly, it was one of the best meals I've had and I will likely repeat it. Lastly, the music was great. I asked if it was a Pandora or Spotify station and they said it was their own compilation of customer and staff favorites. Anyway, the food and the atmosphere was a whole vibe. I highly recommend it!

Published 2 years ago

Little upscale Mexican restaurant! We had a steak burrito, steak enchiladas, Gordita and corn deep. My favorite was Gordita. It seems like they make corn tortillas from scratch, maybe that was why tortillas in enchiladas were so thick.. my husband liked it but i prefer thin tortillas, it was almost same thickness as Gordita. I didn’t really like enchiladas sauce, it was too runny and little different from authentic enchiladas. And I like they served with salad but enchiladas sauce was everywhere so it ruined salad, I think if they serve the salad in the little bowl then it would be way better.
We brought leftover food to home and we found some piece of plastic from burritos. Hmmm…

Published 2 years ago

Great atmosphere, cozy spot. They make fantastic tequila and mezcal mixed drinks, also they do rifts on some of your favorite drinks. The food was great, try the nachos to start.

Published a year ago

The food is always amazing at Bárbaro! The birria tacos are excellent - but I’ve also had the quesadillas, tacos al pastor, and sopes - and everything has been perfect. I also love the beet margarita here - so fresh! The service here is also fantastic and the music makes for a great vibe. I can’t wait to go back each time I go!

Published 2 years ago

Everything was full of flavor and the service was fast. The pork belly guacamole was so good! The seasonal margarita was just right. This is definitely a hidden gem 🫶🏼

Published 2 years ago

Decided to have dinner after reading many positive reviews. Started off with freshly made chunky guacamole & chips.
Shrimp tacos were spicy, yet good.
AL Pastor tacos were delicious.
Mezcal Margarita hits.
Rosalina was attentive, knowledgeable & gave really good recommendations.
Three stars for service bcuz I wasn’t given an option to sit at the bar, after asking the male host If there’s somewhere else I can sit besides the table in the middle of the walkway.

Published a year ago

good music, phenomenal food (tortillas made in house + GREAT tacos de pastor), and great service !!!! i’m a happy gal

Published a year ago

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place!!! The music and atmosphere are perfect!! The pozole had perfect flavor and spice! The torta ahogada had a nice spicy kick to it. The sopes were small but VERY filling. Please stop at this place!! It looks kinda fancy but food is definitely NOT americanized you can tell the cook takes pride in his/her dishes. FULL OF SABOR!!! Gracias!!!

$89 to feed 5 🤩🤩

Published 2 years ago

Decided to have dinner after reading many positive reviews. Started off with freshly made chunky guacamole & chips.
Shrimp tacos were spicy, yet good.
AL Pastor tacos were delicious.
Mezcal Margarita hits.
Rosalina was attentive, knowledgeable & gave really good recommendations.
Three stars for service bcuz I wasn’t given an option to sit at the bar, after asking the male host If there’s somewhere else I can sit besides the table in the middle of the walkway.

Published a year ago

Fantastic food, nice atmosphere and solid service

Published a year ago

Great atmosphere, cozy spot. They make fantastic tequila and mezcal mixed drinks, also they do rifts on some of your favorite drinks. The food was great, try the nachos to start.

Published a year ago

Excellent service. Habanero salsa on the pescado tacos was spicy heaven, and the best al pastor I've had anywhere.

Published a year ago

The best burrito I've ever had

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

We are visiting from Milwaukee. This place was by far one of our favorite restaurants that we tried for Mexican cuisine. Will definitely be back ! Thanks to Daniel our server & the Bárbaro team for making our experience spectacular, from the food to the service! 🌶️🤎

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

good music, phenomenal food (tortillas made in house + GREAT tacos de pastor), and great service !!!! i’m a happy gal

Published a year ago

Gotta get the nachos, probably the best I’ve ever had!

Published 2 years ago

Great good

Published 2 years ago

It seems they are under staff there and the people who are working are less than enthusiastic about being there. I can see this place not surviving if they continue this way.

Published 2 years ago

Come for the quesabirria and stay for the vibe (and the coco tres leches cake). My review is long overdue, but better late than never! I went with some good friends and we all enjoyed every bite of what we ordered. They ordered the mole enchiladas and I got the quesabirria tacos. These are BY FAR the most delectable quesabirria tacos you will ever have. Try them! You will thank me. Also, their black beans are delicious! I don't really drink so I had their pin̈a colada mocktail and it was YUM. I was probably too full for dessert, but I had to get a slice of the coco tres leches. My friends had the oreo one, so I got to try both, but I preferred mine. Honestly, it was one of the best meals I've had and I will likely repeat it. Lastly, the music was great. I asked if it was a Pandora or Spotify station and they said it was their own compilation of customer and staff favorites. Anyway, the food and the atmosphere was a whole vibe. I highly recommend it!

Published 2 years ago

Great atmosphere, great food, and an incredible happy hour.

Published 2 years ago

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Published 2 years ago

The duck Barbacoa tacos are "une tuerie". Come for them and I promise you won't be disappointed.

Published 2 years ago

The food was absolutely amazing. It's one of the best Mexican restaurants I've ever been to. Authentic and delicious. Clean and crisp environment with beautiful interior and exterior design.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

The food is always amazing at Bárbaro! The birria tacos are excellent - but I’ve also had the quesadillas, tacos al pastor, and sopes - and everything has been perfect. I also love the beet margarita here - so fresh! The service here is also fantastic and the music makes for a great vibe. I can’t wait to go back each time I go!

Published 2 years ago

One of our favorite Mexican spots in town! Great eats, delicious drinks and fast service. Highly recommend.

Published 2 years ago

Amazing restaurant !

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Published 2 years ago

Little upscale Mexican restaurant! We had a steak burrito, steak enchiladas, Gordita and corn deep. My favorite was Gordita. It seems like they make corn tortillas from scratch, maybe that was why tortillas in enchiladas were so thick.. my husband liked it but i prefer thin tortillas, it was almost same thickness as Gordita. I didn’t really like enchiladas sauce, it was too runny and little different from authentic enchiladas. And I like they served with salad but enchiladas sauce was everywhere so it ruined salad, I think if they serve the salad in the little bowl then it would be way better.
We brought leftover food to home and we found some piece of plastic from burritos. Hmmm…

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Nice mexi can food , good taste and fast service too

Published 2 years ago

Always delicious! Perfect amount of heat, flavors are always well balanced. And their virgin Paloma is SO GOOD. Dog friendly patio in the summer too!

Published 2 years ago

Food, service and atmosphere were all great! We tried the tacos, ceviche, sooes, black beans, flautas, and drank Palomad, everything was 10/10!!

Published 2 years ago

This is a true gem of the neighborhood. We just moved to the neighborhood a month ago and have already been at least once a week given the quality of food and the service. The food is always served fresh and in a timely manner and the waiters are some of the kindest and friendly people I've ever met. I highly recommend the chorizo nachos and their burritos are always a good go to.

Published 2 years ago

We love everything about this place and it has become our go to neighborhood spot. Excellent cocktails and food, especially the specials. Food typically comes out quickly. Staff is so friendly. No reservations available.

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One of the best Mexican restaurants around! Staff is very friendly and kind, the food was incredible!

Published 2 years ago

Amazing Mexican food highly recommend the fish tacos or steak burrito

Published 2 years ago

Its me, the one who only gives reviews for great experiences (and RARELY bad). Going through some things and needed a place to unwind and relax. Great food....one of the BEST margaritas I've ever had along with their unique nachos 🥰 and Very friendly staff. When in Chicago, stop here for the nachos, tacos, tostadas and margaritas. Thank me later 😘

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Really wanted to enjoy this neighborhood spot! Unfortunately their tuna tostadas gave me food poisoning, their guacamole was bland and no one’s food was better than average. Their drinks were fun and the server even gave us free shots as it rained outside while we sat in the patio. We had odd encounter with the bus boy (?) and left feeling like we had committed an error. I would recommend this place for drinks it had a fun vibe and I can vouch for that.

Published 2 years ago

Top notch cocktail program with high quality and authentic Mexican food.

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Published 2 years ago

Fantastic! Great food, bevvies, service, decor, music, and vibe. The staff was having a great time. Busy. Neighborhoody.

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Published 2 years ago

Amazing drinks , food , music and staff ESPECIALLY Rudy he was and always is amazing !

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Ribeye and shrimp tacos on point. Paloma excellent.

Published 2 years ago

Lovely experience. Great food and shining staff

Published 2 years ago

We love this place. The drinks are amazing, the food is delicious and the service is fantastic. Rudy is our favorite waiter but the whole team is top-notch!

Published 2 years ago

My wife and I have been coming here for at least 4 years… this place is legit.

Some of the best tacos, nachos, and margs in this city… at a GREAT price

Published 2 years ago

The food. The drinks. The staff are too funny! Vibes are 10/10!

Published 2 years ago

Everything was full of flavor and the service was fast. The pork belly guacamole was so good! The seasonal margarita was just right. This is definitely a hidden gem 🫶🏼

Published 2 years ago

Went to Barbaro on a Tuesday night. I had just missed the happy hour which runs from 4 to 6. I came at 6:10. Darn. I had the ribeye tacos and they were unbelievable. Great tortilla a good chew to it. The meat was cooked to perfection. The crispy potato strings added an awesome crunch the layer of beans added a hearty touch. And the salsa… Was Fire in a good way?

I had a spicy Mezcal margarita one of the best margaritas I’ve had in the city the bartender Hassan is cool as hell and makes some cocktails. I’m definitely coming back and maybe a regular here as I live right down the street.

Published 2 years ago

Our group of 5 found this gem on a whim while hunting for Mexican food near Bucktown this past Saturday night. By the time dinner was done, the phrase "best tacos I've ever had" was being passed around by more than a few of us. We started off with the guac and chips which lit up our taste buds, and after seeing classic margaritas being delivered to numerous tables, it was an easy decision on drinks. Most of us shared a mixed set of tacos which were unbelievable in freshness and taste. All of the tacos we picked were rock stars but I am fairly sure the pork belly ones were out of this world. Such a great spot within walking distance of our Bucktown apartment. We will be back!!!!! 👌👌

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Very friendly place, good vibes, top food, excellent service. Happy hour deals

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

excellent!!! all the way around!

Published 2 years ago

Thank you Suyana, for being patient with us! We were tryingto figure out happy hour. Food and drinks are the best, atmosphere fabulous, loved the ambience. Onix and Gladys,new retirees! We'll return.

Published 2 years ago

I've been here a few times to eat in and take out. During the summer it's nice to sit outside and enjoy the food and weather. It is also nice to eat inside since the ambiance is cool, the music is not too loud and the staff is friendly.

The tacos, quesadillas, tortas, and burritos are really good, and the drinks have gotten better, i like the piña colada.
Rudy and Suyanna have been good serving.
There is paid parking around, there are no complimentary chips to start, I like their red salsa. I'll keep coming back.

Published 2 years ago

Such a cute spot and great addition to the neighborhood. Couldn’t get enough of the fresh homemade tortillas. We also tried the queso fundido, birria tacos and pollo milanesa torta, all of which were so delicious. They also had happy hour drink specials. Only downside was when it got busy, it was hard to hear each other over the tables next to us and lots of kids running around in close proximity. Overall we had a good experience and we greatly appreciated the friendly service and yummy food.

Published 2 years ago

One of our favorite spots in the neighborhood. Food is delicious- amazing homemade tortillas and every time we try something new, it’s always good. Really easy spot for families as well!

Published 2 years ago

Best Mexican restaurant in Chicago.
Great cocktails / great food! Their Al pastor tacos do taste like the ones in Mexico City!

Published 2 years ago

If you have to wait, DO IT! The food is phenomenal! We had the queso with al pastor. 💰💰💰 also had the bean app. Mix the two! That's all I gotta say about that! My wife and I split the Mahi fish tacos, habenero sauce on the side. And an al pastor burrito. Best Mexican I've had in the city. It survived Covid. So that is saying something since it opened just before the fake pandemic!

Published 2 years ago

AMAZING SPOT! Don’t hesitate to come here. So much to love, best margarita I’ve had in a while and a serving size of guac that puts other spots to shame! Everything on the menu is with a try! ❤️

Published 2 years ago

Been here a couple times now and absolutely love it! Food is so flavorful without being oversalted, cocktails delicious and atmosphere is so interesting with amazing music, dark vibe, and unique artwork without being kitschy. My only warning is that everything is SUPER spicy but if you can handle it it’s totally worth it. I had the chix enchiladas with mole and it was perfection! We ate and also with drinks for dinner and bill was $75. A steal these days. Can’t wait to go back!

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Published 2 years ago

Service was real bad. Nachos were okay.

Published 2 years ago

ドリンクや料理が出てくるのにちょっと待ちましたがとっても美味しかったです。ソフトなトリティーヤが最高でした。量も多くていいです。お店の雰囲気もオシャレでまた行きたいです。バーカウンターに座っていたらテキーラショットを無料でくれました！

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

I love it

Published 2 years ago

Good food, good prices, location is good with plenty of parking.

Published 2 years ago

One on the best pastor tacos I've had. You can see it rotating in all it'd glory when you walk in the door. The homemade tortillas are the icing on the cake. I highly recommend

Published 2 years ago

Fantastic gem in the city! The pastor is absolutely fabulous!!!!! Try the torta, you will not be disappointed!

Published 2 years ago

Food is very nasty, drinks are nasty too. Not recommended at all..

Published 2 years ago

This place is incredible, and probably doesn't get the attention it deserves. I particularly liked how they offer cocktails that are creative spins on traditional Mexican drinks and made with fresh ingredients (highly recommend their Piña Colada, as it's made with tepache). We ordered a few plates to share, and were impressed all around. This place was busy on a Saturday night and does not take reservations, so we had to wait about 30 minutes for a table. This didn't bother us at all, since the host provided exceptional service and also as Boulevard Sports Lounge is just a couple doors down. Hope this place continues to do well, as it's situated off a somewhat quiet strip near Wicker Park.

Published 2 years ago

Amazing, quaint cantina. Good special menu and drink options. Has our door seating and overall very cool vibe. Would recommend, bring friends/family, and will come again! Neighborhood staple.

Published 2 years ago

I sadly didn’t get anyone’s name while I was there but the host guy had me sit at the bar. From the bartender to the guys bussing tables, the people working here seem friendly.

Food and drink was 11/10. Had the cochinita which I always compare to my moms recipe and this one holds up. Pastor was surprisingly spot on as well. Try it out if you’re from out of town looking for great authentic Mexican tacos and some good ole Latino hospitality

Published 2 years ago

Great family owned restaurant for authentic Mexican food. The margaritas are a must! Robert is the best server. Food is great and the happy hour is the best! Love this local spot.

Published 2 years ago

They add a 3.5% “credit card” surcharge to every check BEFORE you pay. Didn’t remove it when paying in cash.

Published 2 years ago

Meh… pricey but fine.

Published 2 years ago

Smart and balanced cocktails, food is super fresh and flavorful, great atmosphere

Published 2 years ago

Ordered lunch for pickup. Their system didn't recognize the order so when it said it was ready for pickup, it was not. Waited not long which was nice given they had to rush order. When I got home, the burrito was inedible. The meat was so tough, I couldn't even chew it. I tried to avoid sending a review by contacting the restaurant via email but the email on their site isn't valid. This place used to be great but boy has it changed. I'm not sure I'll go back.

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Ever since I discovered Barabaro, I order it at least once a week. Everything is delicious and fresh, with a good amount of spice. They definitely go the extra mile to elevate the food and experience. For example, the guacamole has some awesome toppings and the chips are seasoned nicely. You can tell the tortillas are fresh too. Definitely a cut above your average taqueria.

Published 2 years ago

This is a really enjoyable spot. Have dined in, picked up, and gotten takeout. Food is great. Atmosphere inside is comfortable and good for conversation. The Cocktails are delicious and creative (beet margarita? yes plz) and food is legit. Shoutout to their salsas which always pair to the dish. Always a good experience.

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Muy lindo lugar este día fue mi primera vez y la verdad quedé muy encantado de todo su comida su atención está súper bonito para ir en familia se los recomiendo

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Best al pastor tacos I've ever had.

Published 2 years ago

Loved this spot! We will be back soon

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Amazing food and drinks. Looks gourmet but the taste is authentic to REAL Mexican food. Straight out of Mexico city. 🇲🇽 Will definitely go back!

Published 2 years ago

10/10 Great Experience and Value. If you're looking for a place to hang out and get some 🔥 tacos with booze this is the place for you.

The Birria Taco is a must have, I have no idea how it stays so crunchy while being dipped. The combo of the flavor and texture is mind blowing and it will knock your socks off. The shrimp and steak burrito were also really good, but the Birria is where it's at.

If you're in the Humboldt area this place is a must try and fits perfectly in the neighborhood.

Published 2 years ago

One more of these wannabe taquerias that are hype up with some bar atmosphere and fancy description of food. The problem is that they're fried tacos (not my favorite or were they dry ?!? ) aren't great and that the pibil has little in comoon it should be. And look, there are enough Mexicans to beat you for half the price. Guessing it's for the gringos ?

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I order tostados to go 15$ they only give you one shell, the same shell for a taco? that’s too much for a taco

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Bárbaro is my new favorite spot. The food and drinks are amazing and the service is great. It’s my go-to for meeting friends for dinner and drinks or a date night. The quesabirria tacos are sooo good. 10/10

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Had lunch here on two occasions, and really enjoyed my meal both times.

Published 2 years ago

Best service!!! Amazing food.

Published 2 years ago

We visited recently on a very cold night and they didn’t have a table of 4 available, hostess was very unfriendly and told us several times that we weren’t allowed to wait by the door and that management had told her to tell us to leave (we weren’t allowed to wait by the bar either). Very unwelcoming overall, felt like we were being kicked out and were forced to wait outside in the cold

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LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place!!! The music and atmosphere are perfect!! The pozole had perfect flavor and spice! The torta ahogada had a nice spicy kick to it. The sopes were small but VERY filling. Please stop at this place!! It looks kinda fancy but food is definitely NOT americanized you can tell the cook takes pride in his/her dishes. FULL OF SABOR!!! Gracias!!!

$89 to feed 5 🤩🤩

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Came here with friends, food was delicious! Fernando treated us with nothing but respect and he funny too. If I'm ever back in the area you bet imma come back here

Published 2 years ago

Al pastor tacos were good

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Freaken rico

Published 2 years ago

Staff service always slaps harder than knives chow's highlights from Scott Pilgrim.

Published 3 years ago

Just the best, hidden gem.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Everything was fantastic! House made corn tortillas, carne asada, tortas are all great. Prompt and friendly service.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

The food is consistently very very good. Staff is attentive, chill, professional. Cannot recommend enough.

Published 3 years ago

Excellent. One of our favorite restaurants in the city. Food, service, and drinks are fab. No matter the day or time that you visit, service is always top notch. We love the three dips and chips. The carne asada platter is out of this world, perfect amount of food for 2-3 people. Do not miss the specials!! Staff are personable and friendly. Love love love it here!

Published 3 years ago

Shrimp cocktail was authentic and flavor on point. Reminded me of being on the beach in Nayarit :) ... but better.

Published 3 years ago

Was an excellent customer service.
The food was delicious. Salsa was with a very good flavor.
Love it!

Published 3 years ago

Fantastic place, great Flavours and super friendly owner. We let the owner decide on all our dishes and weren't disappointed.
Great price quality ratio.

Published 3 years ago

Great tacos

Published 3 years ago

Disappointed. We stayed at B&B nearby. Host had recommended Barbaro. Since it was so convenient, i walked over for a takeout order. We had looked at the menu online. Chicken Parmesan was listed at $14.00. However, when I was given the bill at the restaurant, it was $18.00. When I asked the waitress why there was a discrepancy in price, she said "I don't know." When I looked at the in-house menu, chicken parmesan was not even listed. Furthermore, they do not take cash. They charge a service fee when you are forced to use credit. Due to these unpleasant events, we will not be returning.

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the best margaritas in Chicago and excellent food

Published 3 years ago

Cute atmosphere, friendly staff and good food!
I had the “pancita”, gobernador and pastor tacos with handmade tortillas which is always a plus, and they were pretty good.
I also ordered a salpicón tostada, it wasn’t my favorite but it was nice to try it.
I loved the Michelada, I always have a hard time to find a good one, but it was amazing!!!!
For dessert we had the coconut tres leches and the chocoflan, both were pretty yummy!

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The nachos were really good and filling, and the drinks hit the spot

Published 3 years ago

We attended a private event/pop-up featuring YaPopUp
And both the service and food were phenomenal. As well as the cocktails that were catered to the evening’s theme. Definitely interested in visiting again for their regular menu as well.

Published 3 years ago

This place is a gem. Amazing drinks and some of the best tacos in the area.

Published 3 years ago

Amazing restaurant. Shoutout to Hector for doing it the right way!

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Okay, the food was excellent, and the service was terrific. Hassan is the best bartender legend all around. It's a great place. I'm regular now. I've been here three times in 8 days.

Published 3 years ago

First time there, and I was pleasantly surprised with this establishment it was a nice , neat, and clean restaurant with good food , friendly staff, and authentic Mexican food. This is a place I would recommend trying

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Im not kidding, you have to come here!
This place is one of my favorite restaurants in chicago. The people that work here are extremely respectful, professional, and love to talk to their customers.
The food is amazing and they have a bar🍸!

I love los Tacos de Al Pastor and Cochinita.
Please order their habanero margaritas! If they have a seasonal drink, order it!

Published 3 years ago

I’m a huge Mexican food fan. Just actually went to Mexico City a month ago or so. This place is top notch. Cocktails, tacos, guacamole. Fire. Underrated. Big star is always packed but this place is better in all categories. Except maybe patio. Glad it’s here. You should eat here. It’s good A F. Do it.

Updated: Even better now. Everything is good.

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Service was terrible the moment we walked in. The hostess didn’t want us in the entrance way but didn’t guide us on where to wait. We finally were sat down after an hour of waiting. I ordered steak tacos that were dry. Our server only asked if we were okay once we were nearly done. Manager needs to do better in training and making the atmosphere more welcoming. Overall, very overrated.

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Had an excellent experience! Came here with my family and we loved it. Will be coming back!!!

Published 3 years ago

Magnifico!! The staff were friendly, attentive and helpful, the kitchen prepared a tasty meal without a wait. The whole atmosphere was friendly snd inviting.

The CAMPECHANOS were as tasty as ever. My margarita cleansed the palate and was as smooth. Then there was the agave... let's just say earthy, woody and with a hint of a barrel of some sort. Perfecto!

As for the gent who was miffed about the window closingl impacting his experience. ... I'm so sorry for you; that was started by moi. Yes, I was the one who hopped through the window and started the chain of events that ruffled your feathers.

After being informed by the staff about the liability should I fall (and and any kids who may follow suit) I fully understood their concern. I did apologized to them; perhaps I should have apologized to you as well.

I found out later that the staff explained the situation to you before you wrote your review. To then make "windowgate" the focus of your review seems petty, to say the least.

Published 3 years ago

The burrito I ate here was one of the best burritos I've had outside of the west coast. This place was very low key and pretty empty in the mid afternoon. Wait staff was extremely friendly and the vibes of the place were amazing (any place that plays vinyls is a great place in my book). Salsa was great, escabeche was awesome, and margaritas were awesome. Expect a return visit from me.

Published 3 years ago

Great food, drinks and vibes. This placed opened in late 2019 and keeps getting better. The al pastor and mushroom tacos with salsa macha are the best. They have great specials like the taco gobernador. Try their seasonal cocktails!

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We always have a fantastic time at Bàrbaro. It’s one of the best places I’ve been to with authentic food at reasonable prices, with a fantastic liquor selection as well. Can’t recommend it highly enough, especially the mole enchiladas!

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Great food and drinks

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My new favorite place. Their aguachile tostada and their seasonal watermelon mezcal margarita is to die for. I hope they add the aguachile tostada on their menu permanently! 🤞The salsas are also on point. Will be back.

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Solid mushroom tacos, very pleasant vibe, great server.

Published 3 years ago

Wow - super good. I mean are you kidding me ????? Yeah it’s that good. Big portions. I’m 220lbs and I can eat a lot - this is my kind of place.

My fiancé Arika loves it too.. she’s pregnant and hasn’t like much food lately so it was really good seeing her fill up.

Wow just wow highly recommend

Published 3 years ago

Honestly authentic but modern take on Mexican cuisine from el DF. Birria and Costra on point. Drinks are equally inspired and fun takes on beloved classic and contemporary cocktails. Dare I say better than Big Star and Lonesome Rose? Yep just did.

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You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu but the shrimp tacos are next level 👏🏼

Published 3 years ago

Love this place. Great food, margaritas and super chill vibe. Their homemade tortillas are some of the best I’ve had.

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Really great drinks and food!

Published 3 years ago

This was one of the worst experiences. We drove an hour just to go try this place, we got there, and the service was ok. The waiter gets to our table. At this point, he is already upset 😡 not sure of what! We had no menu or qrcode to scan, we are placing our order drink come is all good, at the time the place was not full it had just opened we are a family of 5 the tables are set up for 4, our appetizers comes out he is upset that I sat on the table next to us, we had no space he tells me to move because other people would sit there!!! There is no one there!!!! I said fine give us a bigger table!!!" He made a comment towards my kids. Once you don't welcome my kids, you don't welcome us!!! This place is not for families! I felt so discriminated against just for having kids! This is a place I will NEVER BE GOING BACK AND IF POSSIBLE TO GIVE ZERO STARS I WOULD!!!

Published 3 years ago

Try the pork belly tacos with the pickled vegetables. They really compliment each other. Excellent music, attentive service, homemade everything but the beer. Highly recommend!

Published 3 years ago

Before I headed home gave this place a try. Start of course with the old-fashioned, and the bartender definitely made a solid drink bro was awesome. I ended up getting a steak burrito and it was cool nothing crazy by any stretch of the imagination. Bartender gave me some green sauce to hit it with and no complaints it said a solid burrito. The drinks were what I really was there for...so I wasn't too mad. Overall was a good vibe customer service was cool. Definitely will be back to get the entire vibe and try the rest of the menu. Drinks 9.0, food 7.0.

Update - The second visit and tried their Asada Gorditas and this was really good... a nice size and a healthy portion of steak. Came with spicy guacamole on the side and got it with the green sauce too. I enjoyed this very much 8.5. Tried the oreo tres leche cake...its was different for me. I didn't like it...the wet cake I'm not fully digging. But, overall it was good the more ate it I enjoyed a little more. 7.5.

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Just great

Published 3 years ago

Always a nice bite to eat. We tend to share plates because everything is so good it's hard to choose. Tasty tacos, brunch chilaquiles is flavorful! Pork belly tacos were top tier. Asada and barbacoa were also amazing. Try the hefty margaritas. My go to taco spot lately

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Very interesting Mexican food. I would definitely go back again.

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Everything was delicious and fresh. Consistent quality every time we’ve been!

Published 3 years ago

The restaurant is intimate and quint. Love food. It was a little breezy... But I will return in the summer. The server was courtesy and fast with drinks and serve.

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Everything we got was a 10/10. Waiter was awesome, great selection of tequila and the margarita we got was possibly the best I’ve ever had. Coming back for sure

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I found this place on Google and decided to try it on Easter Day with my family. Lucky for us, it wasn't crowded and they were able to accommodate our large party. Everything about this place was excellent 👌 👏. Our waiter, (I think his name was Daniel ) was awesome and bilingual. My parents appreciated that. The food was delicious, everything we had was great. The appetizers and dessert are a must try! We will definitely return to this restaurant. Very cool atmosphere too.

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Omg! We took a little trip to Bárbaro and fell in LOVE with the food, chsrming ambiance, and incredible service!!

Met up with a large group of friends for our own Happy Hour.

We ordered fundido, barbacoa tacos, chicken flautas, chips and guacamole that was out of this world.

Drinks were flowing with my group. I ordered 2 blueberry and sage margaritas. One with Moscato and the 2nd in tequila. Both were good but I like the tequila better. Really flavorful and soooo pretty, honestly.

Our service was tremendous!! And the place was so crowded by 5/6 pm.

We cannot wait to go back. Seriously one of my fav Mexican food joints!!

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Nice food and Atmosphere, they were pumping tonight👍👍

Published 3 years ago

Husband and I have been coming here about once a month for the past few months and have not had a bad experience yet. The food is quick, delicious, and very reasonably priced. The cocktails always seem to be rotating and make this an exciting place to visit

Published 3 years ago

You can taste the quality.

Published 3 years ago

Excellent margaritas, queso fundido, tacos and Oreo tres leches cake! Tortillas were yummy. Vibes were right, great service. Nice addition to the neighborhood!

Published 3 years ago

Absolutely fantastic, delicious food and drinks, wonderful service and a great ambiance. Excited to come back!

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Exceptional modern Mexican food! Great staff a real vibe here. For me, this place is a stand out, a favorite.

Published 3 years ago

If you’re looking for a bit of Mexico City in Chicago, you’re in right place. Bàrbaro is ever so cozy and never too loud. Everything we ate here is delicious, but tuna tostadas are simply mind blowing, with the freshest tuna and crispy fried leeks and perhaps some magic. Esquites are fantastic. Mushroom tacos are out of this world. Highly, highly recommended.

Published 3 years ago

Best elevated Mexican in town. Solid service. Amazing beet mezcal marg. Great atmosphere. Superb location.

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We loved coming here as a family with my wife and a 3 year old son. Food is great, my son loved the music and everyone was having a good time.

But then Breezey, restaurant manager, kept telling my 3 year old to sit still in his seat, that he cannot walk around the restaurant, and that he has to keep his feet off the seat cushion. I have visited thousands of restaurants (as we like to go out), many of them more fancier than Barbaro, and no one ever treated us/ told my son to keep still in his seat. He is a 3 year old and he will be moving around. I am not sure what Breezey's upbringing was, but I am not raising my child to be a robot. This is not an isolated incident - happened many times and on multiple locations.

OK, cool. But I would not leave 1 star review just for above. So at one point I said that I wanted to speak with the owner and to provide feedback. Or simply to agree that maybe this is not a family oriented restaurant so that we go somewhere else for the future. If I would have had a chance to speak with the owner, and agree that it is not a good fit, I would not be leaving a 1 star review.

When I asked Breezey to speak with the owner, she said he is not available. Then I asked for a phone number and she said that she cannot give it away. So I gave Breezey my phone number and asked to be contacted by the owner (David) but nobody ever called me back. I stopped by the place one more time and asked Breezey why I was not contacted and she said yes David will call me. Nobody called. I am not sure if Breezey never passed on the message to David or if David did not bother calling me, but here is 1 star review for bad customer service.

Our actual server, Brian, was always great - 5 stars for him!

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It was my first time stoping by while washing clothes down the street carry out i ordered a steak burrito w/ chips & guacamole all in all this place is to cozy i want to thank my server breezy r.she was just wonderful very nice she offered me water i wanted a small lemon on side no ice any hoot i give my take food a 7 burrito was a lil salty but good i loved the way they toasted the outside of the burrito i didnt like the chips nor the guacamole it was too bland i think it need just a kick of something to give it taste but i will go back to dine in oneday i know i will i say if u looking for a causal nite out to dine this that place!!!!

Published 3 years ago

One of my new favorite places. Always walked by and it seemed really great but I’m so happy I made a trip! Brandon made sure our experience was wonderful, being attentive, bringing more chips and drinks!

I personally don’t care for fish but their fish tacos are out of this world. I honestly couldn’t tell it was fish but I could tell you it was delicious!! The steak burrito slapped, chorizo quesadilla was amazing and don’t leave out the salsa! If you’re a fan of spicy this is the place for you! 12/10!! 10 stars!! Adding into my top restaurants for Chicago!! I

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LEGIT! Had every taco and was delicious. Everyone even stole a bite of my mushroom taco, which seemed to be as popular as the Pastor and Campechano. Cocktails were great and prices are good. Happy hour was 👌

Published 3 years ago

Pains me to write this, cause I want to support my people but its a BàrbarNo for me. I've dined in and did carry-out on 3 separate occasions, and every time the food has no taste. I was so disappointed the last time I had it, that it prompted this review. I see all of these great reviews and wonder if they have taste buds lol.

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