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Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, Chicago, IL
Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, Chicago, IL
Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, Chicago, IL
Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, Chicago, IL
Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, Chicago, IL

Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago

4.4 (4936)
$50 and over
Tapas / Small Plates
638 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605

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7:00 PM
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About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Mercat offers an authentic dining experience that combines fresh meats and produces with the energetic spirit of a Barcelona market.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 7:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Bernal
  • Catering
    Whether it's our our gorgeous La Veranda Room, our spacious Barcelona Room or our intimate Lower Lounge, Mercat A La Planxa has the perfect space to host your private event!<br /><br />Please contact our Sales &amp; Marketing Manager at (312) 765-0524 or sierra.little@sagehospitalitygroup.com or (312) 765-0524 for more information
  • Private party facilities
    La Veranda, our private dining space overlooking the main dining room of Mercat, can seat 30 guests. We also offer Private Dining in the Barcelona Room, which seats 66 guests. Our spaces allow for receptions of up to 130 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Sierra Little: (816) 805-6895
  • Neighborhood
    South Loop
  • Cross street
    Balbo - Entrance to the hotel is through The Blackstone Hotel lobby
  • Parking details
    Valet available in the front of the Blackstone Hotel located on Balbo
  • Public transit
    Nearest Red-line Stop is Harrison, head east on Balbo, restaurant is on the corner of Balbo & Michigan.Bus lines are the #3, #127, #129 all three stop at the entrance of Mercat a la Planxa.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Sip & Savor: Wine Dinner at Mercat a la Planxa

    $95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 26, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    You're invited to an exclusive Wine Dinner Experience at Mercat a la Planxa, hosted in collaboration with ACME Wines. Join us for an evening of Spanish wine exploration paired with a specially crafted menu by Chef Anthony Bernal.
    Sip & Savor: Wine Dinner at Mercat a la Planxa Photo
  • Pride & Queer History Floriography Class

    $65.00 per person

    Jun 5, 2025 - Jun 6, 2025
    Celebrate Pride and Queer history in Floriography! We will build a stunning and personalized bouquet using a rainbow palette of vibrant florals to honor Pride month and those fearless friends who fought for the freedom to be who you are and love who you love! Book Tickets Here: https://www.wonderlandflowerco.com/product/pride-queer-history-floriography-class/117?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false
    Pride & Queer History Floriography Class Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Picar (Happy Hour)

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Join us for our Happy Hour from 4:00-5:30pm every day. Check out our Picar menu for great food and beverage options!

    Picar (Happy Hour) Photo

What 4,936 people are saying

Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mercat a la Planxa offers a delightful Spanish tapas experience with a "wonderful top level" menu, "exceptional food," and "attentive" service. Located in The Blackstone Hotel, its chic ambiance and stunning views enhance dining. Highlights include bacon-wrapped dates, octopus, and paella. Ideal for pre-theater dining, it's a "favorite Spanish tapas spot" in Chicago.
4,936 Reviews
  1. karen VIP

    Denver / Colorado5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! I come for an annual conference and eat here at least once every trip!!!!
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Karen, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Mercat a la Planxa is your go-to spot for your annual conference. We're glad to know that we continue to be your preferred choice for your dining experiences. We appreciate your loyalty and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Chicago. Best, David

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  2. Kaylee

    Indiana1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    loved it! large menu very yummy food. will definitely return
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Kaylee! We're thrilled to hear that you loved our large menu and found the food yummy. It's always a pleasure to serve a customer who enjoys their meal with us. We're glad our service met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back to Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago.

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  3. Joshua VIP

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    So- hot dishes came out cool; scallops were a bit chewy, sauces were thin and should have been reduced, patatas bravas were not at all crispy and the plates were not programmed well. even for tapas the portions were far too small—you’ll need two plates of each for three people. i ate by myself and ended up paying $180 for a C minus meal. i never imagine that every dining experience needs to be perfect, but this was sloppy; whoever manages the kitchen needs to taste the plates that are coming out and put some quality control back in.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Joshua, We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that your meal did not meet your expectations. We take pride in our dishes and it's disheartening to hear that they did not hit the mark. Your comments are valuable and will help us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best, Mercat a la Planxa - The Management Team

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  4. Shelagh

    Chicago2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Can’t recommend Mercat. Service was great and the room is nice, but the food was sub par. Calamari tasted like it was not fresh, actually close to being spoiled. Brussels sprouts were overly vinegary and not well balanced, although some might enjoy them. Ham croquettes were bland and lacking in flavor. Paella was ok but also just not tasty. We will stick with our favorite tapas place, Emilio’s. I hate leaving a bad review but that was our experience.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Shelagh. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our service at Mercat a la Planxa. However, we're sorry to hear that our food didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our fresh ingredients and it seems we missed the mark this time. We appreciate your honesty and will use your comments to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best, Mercat a la Planxa, The Management Team

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  5. Stephanie

    Los Angeles21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was so friendly and amazing! Had great conversations with her and she took care of us!
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on May 23, 2025
    Hello Stephanie, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Mercat a la Planxa and that our service met your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with memorable experiences and it's wonderful to know we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Fred

    Dallas - Fort Worth5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time back at Mercat a La Planxa, and it did NOT disappoint! The beet salad, lamb chop, and shrimp were particularly delicious. Samuel, our waiter, was awesome!
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on May 21, 2025
    Hello Fred, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meals, especially the beet salad, lamb chop, and shrimp. Your kind words about our service are greatly appreciated. We strive to provide our guests with memorable dining experiences and it sounds like we hit the mark with you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Mercat a la Planxa soon! Best regards, Mercat a la Planxa - The Management Team

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  7. Mike

    Chicago12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was quite good and inventive. Service was attentive and view over the park was a nice added touch.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on May 12, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Mike! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our service attentive. It's great to know that you appreciated the view over the park from our outdoor seating area. We're always striving to provide a top-notch dining experience, and your feedback helps us do just that. We hope to see you again soon at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago.

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  8. Mike VIP

    Southwest Florida24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were outstanding. Carlos was our server and he was very attentive and knowledgeable
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on May 12, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Mike! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. It's always a pleasure to know that our team's efforts to provide outstanding service are appreciated. We noticed that you rated our value a 4. We strive to provide the best quality food and experience to our guests, and your feedback helps us improve. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  9. Sonia VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Our server did not create a great experience: he seemed annoyed at us, and didn’t explain that some dishes take longer to prepare. The food was just OK. It is exceedingly overpriced for what it is.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on May 5, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Sonia. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Mercat a la Planxa , didn't meet your expectations. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and it's disappointing to hear that we fell short this time. We appreciate your comments about the food and pricing and will certainly take them into account as we continually strive to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, David

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  10. Satoya

    Dallas - Fort Worth1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great, but the food was exceptional! It’s now added to my top list.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on May 5, 2025
    Hey Satoya, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. It's wonderful to know that our food stood out and added to your top list! We strive to provide exceptional food and service, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, David

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Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago is rated 4.4 stars by 4936 OpenTable diners.

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Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago

638 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Balbo - Entrance to the hotel is through The Blackstone Hotel lobby
  • Neighborhood
    South Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 7:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet available in the front of the Blackstone Hotel located on Balbo
  • Public transit
    Nearest Red-line Stop is Harrison, head east on Balbo, restaurant is on the corner of Balbo & Michigan.Bus lines are the #3, #127, #129 all three stop at the entrance of Mercat a la Planxa.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Bernal
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Whether it's our our gorgeous La Veranda Room, our spacious Barcelona Room or our intimate Lower Lounge, Mercat A La Planxa has the perfect space to host your private event!<br /><br />Please contact our Sales &amp; Marketing Manager at (312) 765-0524 or sierra.little@sagehospitalitygroup.com or (312) 765-0524 for more information
  • Private party facilities
    La Veranda, our private dining space overlooking the main dining room of Mercat, can seat 30 guests. We also offer Private Dining in the Barcelona Room, which seats 66 guests. Our spaces allow for receptions of up to 130 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Sierra Little: (816) 805-6895
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