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Cantina Rosa, Chicago, IL

Cantina Rosa

4.5 (66)
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar
5230 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615-4114

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Stationed in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Cantina Rosa is a tropical Cocktail Bar focused on agave spirits from Virtue Hospitality.

We are grateful for your support. Please take a moment to read all of our cocktail bars policies. We accept reservations for up to 6 guests. We require a $15 per person deposit at the time of making the reservation and it is applied to the final bill. As a courtesy to all of our guests we allow 90 minutes for all of our reservations along with a 15 minute grace period for late arrivals. If you have any questions please reach out to the bar directly at 773-420-3735. All guests must be 21+ to enter the bar. We do not accept cash payments. Kitchen closes 1 hour before posted closing time.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Erick Williams

What 66 people are saying

Cantina Rosa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cantina Rosa is a vibrant, Mexican-inspired gem in Hyde Park, offering "amazing drinks" and "delicious" small plates. The ambiance is "sexy," with "beautiful decor" and a "cozy, intimate" setting. While service experiences vary, standout servers like Maria and Anthony enhance the visit. Perfect for date nights or casual meet-ups!
66 Reviews
  1. Nombuso

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious drinks! Very nice spot to sip on some cocktails and catch up with the girls…or even a date night!

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  2. Tiffany R. VIP

    Chicago55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the prawns, which came in the most delicious sauce, the savory chicken tamales, and the smokey goodness of mole and empanadas! We drank the Daydreamer Cocktail and the Mystery Gardenia. Both drinks packed a punch and were so tasty! Our server Anthony explained the meals and drinks to my friend who was a first-timer. He was very attentive, efficient, and kind. This restaurant sites on the on site of a former laundromat, but you would never know from the decor and ambiance. This place is for grown folks!

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  3. KamilahL

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks were amazing, and the food was very flavorful. Saw this was a new restaurant in the area and had to try. I was not disappointed.

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  4. Shadombria VIP

    New Orleans8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The cocktail list is small considering it’s a cocktail bar, and not a lot of mezcal or tequila options considering it’s an agave bar. Service was very informal for a place that appears upscale and is super strict about reservations ($15 deposit, must cancel or modify 24 hrs in advance or forfeit deposit). When we arrived, we heard the hostess seat her friends who obviously did not have a reservation. We stood in line almost 10 minutes behind her friends as she conversed with them. We were next in line and she looked as if she saw a ghost when we told her we were checking in for our reservation. It was an additional 10-15 minute wait for us and we knew why but didn’t say anything at the moment. Our waiter was only OK…he did go over the salsa with us and recommended the one that wasn’t spicy. It was indeed very spicy. Also, we ordered empanadas and never received them. I was very disappointed in this place because it was on my list of places to try for a while. Unfortunately I don’t think that I will be back and will not be recommending.

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  5. Douglas VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience overall! Food was amazing and well seasoned.

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  6. Tyesha

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, dope vibe, amazing drinks! I will definitely be back!

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  7. Carlos

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maria was a great server who made great recommendations. The place is self had a great vibe and look to it. Will definitely go again.

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  8. Nia

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had to give the food one star because I did not order food during my visit. However I anticipate the food would be delicious since the drinks were so carefully curated. I truly enjoyed my experience and will return to try out the food menu.

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  9. Alexis

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks, very cozy ambience. Would be an awesome date night spot. Be advised that they only sell appetizers as opposed to full entrees. They’re delicious but you’d have to order a few to get full. Don’t arrive starving like I did.lol

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  10. Randall

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’t let the menu fool you… the food is fye… the drinks fye… the vibes are immaculate. The price is reasonable considering we had 2 drinks and 5 “botanas”. This is great for a first date or catching up with a friend you will not be disappointed at all!!!!!

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Cantina Rosa is rated 4.5 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Cantina Rosa

5230 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615-4114

Additional information

  • Cross street
    53rd & Harper Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Regional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Erick Williams
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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