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Xoco
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
Go here. Experience the tortas. It's worth it.
"We love you, Rick Bayless."(21 Tips)
"Pepito w/pickled jalepeños on the side was delicious!!!"(14 Tips)"Love the tortas, churros, margaritas... pretty much everything here."(89 Tips)"Outstanding sandwiches (tortas), soup, churros and hot chocolate!"(80 Tips)
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The FreehandMarch 4, 2015The brainchild of Chicago's Mexican food maestro, Rick Bayless! Perfect for breakfast/lunch/dinner and cool laid back vibes.
Lin LinNovember 1, 2011Try the Pork Belly And Vermicelli Noodles - This dish was an exquisite blend of perfectly fried pork belly, veggies and noodles in spicy broth. Make sure you try this!
Rachel WhinneryJuly 30, 2015Quick and casual with amazing Mexican fare. Don't miss their "bean-to-cup" chocolate. I did, and I regret it. 😁
Caryn ZavalaAugust 22, 2014Torta Ahogada is one of the best Mexican dishes I've had in the US. Awesome flavor, a must while in Chicago.
JTFebruary 16, 2018The best sandwich I’ve had in my life is the milanesa here. You can’t go wrong, guac is amazing too
Emmanuel OrtizAugust 8, 2015Good Mexican taste in Sandwiches, if you need more spicy (like real mexican), ask to waitress for "habanero sauce", Really good...- Lukas CarvajalApril 10, 2017Possibly my favorite restaurant in Chicago. Love the tortas, churros, margaritas... pretty much everything here.
Consistently delicious Tortas & Churros! Happy place to eat in River North Chicago!
Amaya AAFebruary 17, 2020The food is great, deal breaker is the service. They are curt and inflexible. Also- check that your order is correct. We waited 15 mins with no line ahead for take out. They gave us the wrong order.
studioLAugust 30, 2013We loved the Pepito Torta (slow-cooked short rib sandwich) and the super fresh guacamole and chips... Delicious!
Jennie CrichlowMarch 14, 2014Being your own server has it's benefits. Get the churros with chocolate dipping sauce
I’ve never had a bad torts from here. Sometimes I feel like the portions are too small, but the food is always wonderful.
Mark WongSeptember 5, 2014The churros with chocolate sauce were delicious! Definitely don't miss out on these!
If you know what you want or have an idea and are able to plan accordingly, use the online ordering system for pick-up. It’s a real time saver.
Saturday's special is Goat Barbacoa and it is so amazing and delicious.
Amy PriestleyJanuary 30, 2013Order a torta (sandwich) for lunch, the agua del dia to drink, and a flavored churro like pistachio for dessert. Wowza!
Verdi ErgünDecember 17, 2011Order the hot chocolate WITH the dulce de leche. Guacamole is okay, but comes with both amazing salsas. Portobello torta is perfect for garlic lovers.
Bee ChelseSeptember 7, 2014The vegetable caldo, sikil pak dip, guacamole, churro & authentic chocolate are all vegan and delicious!!!!
Raksha RavikumarFebruary 26, 2014Woodland Mushroom Torta makes my heart go boom boom boom. Be sure to ask for vegetarian beans if you prefer them!- Patrick BuggyMarch 4, 2016You really can't go wrong at Xoco. The Cubana, Pepito, and Milanesa are my favorites!
Get the chicken milanesa de pollo torta and churros!! Or check out the daily special!
Richard PengMay 27, 2016The Cubano is delicious! The meat is juicy and tender and it comes with a tasty sauce.
Maeve TobinDecember 28, 2012I wasn't wowed by the vegetable torta, which became soggy and messy. However, I had a fabulous breakfast here and the hot chocolate is amazing.
Time Out Chicago KidsJanuary 11, 2012Though some of Rick Bayless’s complex hot cocoas are more adult-oriented, the Classic (with two-percent milk) and Ultra (with whole milk) are like delicious chocolate soups. Read more
If you see Rick Bayless behind the counter, tell him you know me. It won't get you a free churro, but it's a conversation starter.
ManbqueApril 10, 2012Try their daily torta specials. The Tuesday pork/guacamole is amazing. Make sure to try their green salsa, it's delicious.
Michelle ParatoreAugust 31, 2012Mushroom torts with goat cheese and arugula is the best sandwich I think I've ever had
Ayman Al-AbdullahFebruary 15, 2014The best Mexican restaurant this side of Mazatlan. The chicken tinga torta is what heaven is made of.
Catherine ChungOctober 15, 2013Absolutely delicious. Be careful about the spiciness! Then again, you can always "cool off" with their churros.
RadioShackNovember 7, 2011Nothing’s better than a sweet warm-up on a cold day. If you’re in Chi-town, don’t skip XOCO. Not only will you get great food, their hot cocoa is always So Right.
Josh MartinAugust 3, 2019The churros are incredible. Be sure to get the soft serve ice cream on the side to dip them in!
Katie MisekJune 30, 2016Like the baja chicken and the cubano. Skip the loaded guac and get the naked guac
Jesus ParadaJanuary 1, 2015Got to meet the man tonight. Great food. Great people! Come here and eat!
Travel ChannelMarch 3, 2011Rick Bayless is a world-renowned authority on authentic Mexican cuisine. He's also a genius in the kitchen. XOCO is Rick's love letter to Mexican street food. -- Andrew Zimmern, Bizarre Foods Read more
- Short rib tacos and a margarita were great at a great price.
Crain's Chicago BusinessMay 10, 2010Bayless' hot chocolate is a can't miss. The Mexican cocoa beans are ground tantalizingly close to the food line, and they're so rich you won't miss the milk in this water-based brew. Read more- Foresight Design InitiativeJune 20, 2011Love this spot. Get the churros! If you love Rick Bayless as much as we do, join us on Facebook to bring him to a speaking event! Read more
Chicharrones + Short rib red chile soup + bottle of Pacifico
christina leigh morganApril 1, 2011Churros for the win! Ask for a sample of the bacon ice cream. It's hardly smaller than the small and is amazing for dipping your churro in!
MazdaNovember 18, 2010Award-winning chef-restaurateur, cookbook author, and television personality Rick Bayless has done more than any other culinary star to introduce Americans to authentic Mexican cuisine.
Well worth the wait but make sure you budget time for it. Be sure to order the churros and hot chocolate.
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The allure of Mexican street food is it’s rustic immediacy—seasonal agua frescas; made-to-order guacamole topped with locally sourced ingredients; tortas from the wood-burning oven; steaming caldos; hot-from-the-fryer churros and homemade hot chocolate.
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- 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 8:00 AM–10:00 PM
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