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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 (4938)
$50 and over
Tapas / Small Plates
638 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

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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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!

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What 4,938 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
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mercat a la Planxa in Chicago offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious Spanish tapas," "attentive service," and a "chic yet comfortable ambiance." Guests rave about the "bacon-wrapped dates," "lamb chops," and "seafood paella." Located in a historic hotel, it's a perfect pre-theater destination with a "beautifully decorated" setting.
4,938 Reviews
  1. Mike

    Chicago12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    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 1 day ago
    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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  2. Mike VIP

    Naples23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    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 1 day ago
    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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  3. 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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  4. Satoya

    Dallas1 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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  5. Liz VIP

    Chicago85 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Favorite Spanish Tapas spot in the city - pretty consistent and tasty
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on April 30, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Liz! We're thrilled to hear that Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, is your favorite Spanish tapas spot in the city. We're glad you find our food consistently tasty and we look forward to serving you more memorable Spanish tapas in the future! Best wishes, David

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  6. Melinda VIP

    Chicago58 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Great menu. Everything was delicious. Beautiful space and views. Will return.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on April 29, 2025
    Hello Melinda, 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 menu, space, and views added to your dining experience. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, David

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  7. Denisse

    Cancun1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    If you’re looking for authentic Spanish food, this is not the place
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on April 28, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Denisse. We're sorry to hear that Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago, didn't meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on our authentic Spanish cuisine and it's disappointing to know that we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance in the future to provide you with the authentic Spanish dining experience you're looking for. Best, The Management Team

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  8. Carlos

    Indiana5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food very tasty. Thank you to the restaurant for the courtesy on our celebration!
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on April 28, 2025
    Hi Carlos, We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful birthday celebration at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and service. We always aim to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests, and we're glad that we could contribute to your special day. Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations in the future! Best regards, David

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  9. Bethany

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and great food. Ordered a bit of everything and it was all delicious from the appetizers to the dessert.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on April 28, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Bethany! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. It's wonderful to know that our appetizers, entrees, and desserts hit the mark for you. We always aim to provide delicious food that's worth every penny, and we're glad to hear we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Thank you, David

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  10. Mark

    Glasgow1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was excellent but the service was very poor and slow.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on April 11, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Mark. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. However, we're sorry to hear that the service didn't meet your expectations. I would appreciate it if you would be willing to provide more information on who your server was. I do hope you will consider coming back and giving us another chance. The Management Team

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FAQs

Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago is rated 4.4 stars by 4938 OpenTable diners.

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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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