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Bandera Restaurant
(Now Closed)New American Restaurant and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
Streeterville, Chicago
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Sofia DrottsAugust 13, 2017The French dip is an amazing entree, it is a steak sandwich that is to die for and the sauce is a must to dip your sandwich in! Also if you want a good appetizer the artichoke dip is very creamy!
Dorisi KarajJuly 2, 2017This is my favorite place in Chicago and they do the best Elderflower Collins! The bartender was amazing as she recognized us a week later and knew our favorite drinks ! Love this place !
Pocket SunApril 11, 2014Have been here three times. Live jazz at night. Love the corn break skillet! Macho salad is so delicious, and I loved the rotisserie chicken. The special dessert last night was great too :)
Just as great a lunch spot, as it is a dinner spot. Beef ribs (are the best in town) & the artichoke appetizer (to share), was a delightful surprise. Yum! I love you Bandera!- Malcolm CampbellDecember 2, 2015The steaks don't have weights on the menu, but were generous. They come with a salty crust, which detracted from the flavour for me - but were beautifully cooked. I'll ask to hold the salt next time.
Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018Great location. Terrific ambiance and feel. I love the salmon and the lamb sandwich. Evening offers music with a nice view of Michigan Ave. Reservations a must.
markJanuary 29, 2018Homemade ice cream Oreo is fantastic. Pork was undercooked. Mgr had it “brought to temp” on grill for 30 secs (didn’t work) but replaced with awesome chix Caesar. Will try again but won’t get the pork
BaturalpApril 7, 2017Very intimate and great for a date night. Signature margarita is worth trying. Get something to share in the bar and enjoy live jazz!
Leninn IrraJanuary 8, 2017Everything was delicious. Service was perfect. Everybody so kind. Simply the very best place in Chicago!! We recommend the BBQ salmon and the corn bread.
Global HighlanderAugust 10, 2014Great atmosphere: live jazz at night and nicely designed interior. A very convenient location that is good for a nice lunch or dinner. Great food too.- Phuong HAugust 19, 2015Tasty food with warm and cozy space. Live piano occasionally, perfect for date or special occasion.
JohnMay 8, 2015Jazz and Macho Salad... The perfect world of chicken, cornbread and great music in a surprisingly affordable yet perfectly old school mix.
my "go to" recommendation in the city. Live jazz at 7pm every night. High-quality American food with excellent service. Best mojito I've ever had. Tuna Poke is awesome. And the simply grilled fis
Mark HowardAugust 30, 2012The chips & queso is not what you expect. It is chilled pub cheese w jalapenos w fresh chips and guac. Try it! You can thank me later.
- Julene RApril 1, 2013Ask for a window seat. Nice jazz band. Haven't had crab cakes for several weeks, which was odd. Prime rub sandwich and cornbread appetizer were great.
christina leigh morganMarch 29, 2011Queso is delicious & different, MUST try the cornbread (skillet is only $4) & the Macho salad is extremely filling--all great food and a fantastic atmosphere! Not to mention view of Michigan Ave!
DivaJune 9, 2013The cornbread is a must! The French dip sandwich was very yummy - I would totally get it again. Great meal! Can't wait to go back.
Suzanne PerryMay 17, 2013Is it still a tip to say you have to have the cornbread if everyone already knows that? I ask for a side of butter - or even better, a side of chili!- Mark HowardAugust 30, 2012The "Cluck & Moo" is not in the menu, but it is a great combo sampler.. chicken, beef ribs, mashed potatoes and cornbread.
- Meredith FriedbergSeptember 30, 2014Macho salad is the best salad in the entire world. Hands down. I continually have cravings for this salad and the expensive price won't even keep me away.
Shannon TiptonApril 24, 2016Awesome food, tremendous martinis, even better service. Seared Ahi Tuna to die for!- Jillian BurnickasNovember 15, 2015Had the fresh fish of the day and it was absolutely delicious. The cornbread is out of this world.
Macy SmithFebruary 14, 2013OUTSTANDING service, food, and environment. The cornbread is to die for and the live jazz is simply decadent. Phenomenal.
Misty McCutcheonOctober 11, 2014Lamb sandwich and cesear salad are the best. Dress accordingly. Make a reservation when possible!- Consistently excellent service and perfectly prepared American food. I love the ruby red trout.
Cristina González AlcaláNovember 6, 2013Definitely get the cornbread. Agree also thats Macho Salad is good. Moscow Mules r easy to drink (trouble)
Daniel ChavarriaMay 20, 2013Interesting menu, a more sophisticated American Cuisine, they had live jazz music which created a great atmosphere. Service was very good too!
Yevgeniy TsyngalovSeptember 14, 2018Quick serving. Fresh food. Please be aware of a big plate size - it is huge but very tasty.
The kale salad with chicken is delicious! Go for the live jazz during the evening.
Robert (Bob) BiagioniOctober 5, 2013Just like being home in Corona del Mar, CA. My favorite restaurant. Gotta have to rotisserie chicken, mash potatoes and sauté spinach. B.
HY ConnectJuly 10, 2012Great lunch spot. Very popular. To avoid the wait, arrive at 11:30 / 11:45am. Then get the rotisserie chicken sandwich.
Ask for the horseradish sauce on the side with any steak you get (bone-in ribeye is amazing). That sauce makes everything better!
Marco HowellOctober 25, 2010Try the seabass with veggie medley with side of shoestring fries. Despite being a chain resturant (like houstons) this food is very good. + there's live jazz after 7
Julie ChristieJanuary 6, 2013The butternut enchilada and Mexican rice was delicious! Also, the wait staff was awesome...highly recommend.- Valerie GoguenJuly 7, 2013They ask the guys to remove their hats, even at lunch. French Dip was excellent and a large portion.
The name Macho salad came about because a monkey at the lincoln park zoo would not eat! Badera made him a salad and he loved it! So the name of the salad is after the Monkey Macho
SaffyBrinaPooJune 23, 2012Very nice!!! Grilled chicken salad and the sweetened "corn" bread went well 2gether! Drinks a bit pricey.
Eric ValloJanuary 14, 2013The Cluck & Moo is real and if you cannot decide, is the way to go to get one of each.
Denise PowellAugust 12, 2013Dip duo is great and if you are a vegetarian..get the veggie burger! Awesome!
Patrick HarrisSeptember 23, 2012One of the best meals I've ever had. Smoked salmon, prime rib, and oreo sandwich...superb.
The kale salad. The fried chicken sandwich. That's all you need to know.
Ali BaconMay 30, 2011The grilled artichoke is to die for! Macho salad, macaroni, and salmon are also favorites! Mag mile tea is delish!
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
(312) 644-3524
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Outdoor Seating
No
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"Well worth the wait to get a reservation, reasonable prices for what you get. And BYOB!"
Tyler McPheeters - 8.9
"Amazingly fresh ingredients! The tasting menu is the way to go, but if you see an entree you like you can add it in."
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