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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

4.3
4.3
4919 Reviews
$31 to $50
Unspecified

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Mercat offers an authentic dining experience that combines fresh meats and produces with the energetic spirit of a Barcelona market.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 765-0524
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    David Oland
  • 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

  • Christmas For Two

    $150.00 per party

    Dec 21, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024
    Indulge in a sumptuous culinary experience for two, starting with a refreshing Cava Toast, setting the tone for an unforgettable meal. Savor the richness of our perfectly cooked 30-day dry aged Prime Rib, paired with Potatoes enhanced with chimichurri and Manchego cheese, and tender Serrano-Wrapped Asparagus. For a sweet finale, delight in the creamy decadence of our signature Crema Catalana dessert. To elevate the experience, we recommend pairing your meal with a bottle or glass of Marqués de Vargas wine, an exquisite complement to this Spanish-inspired feast.

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 4,919 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mercat a la Planxa in The Blackstone Hotel offers a captivating dining experience with an impressive variety of tapas and paella. Guests appreciate the "awesome food and drinks," "great service," and "beautiful atmosphere." While some reviews note inconsistency, standout dishes like the "carne paella" and delightful desserts ensure a memorable visit.

4,919 Reviews
  1. Theresa

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress was not the best (not friendly and not very helpful with the menu). The additional wait staff were very good (picked up empty plates promptly and refilled drinks). Food was excellent.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Theresa, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our team to be excellent. We're also glad to hear that the service met your expectations. We noticed that you had a less than perfect experience with our service staff, do you happen to remember her name I would like to have a conversation with her as we strive to be excellent in all aspects of service! We hope to see you again soon at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. Best Regards, Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago Management Team

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  2. Bill

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As you enter the Hotel lobby, you can tell you are in a special place. The ambiance is great. The food, and service were top notch and the holiday decorations were perfect.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Bill, Great to see this wonderful review! So happy you enjoyed the decorations we love them too! Please come back soon as our Chef is working on hard on new menu items!

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  3. Barb

    VIP

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A group of 5 friends went before a CSO concert. It was a short walk to symphony hall and very festive for the holidays. The service and food were both great. We had the bacon wrapped dates, prosciutto and blue cheese salad, gambas, tuna tartar scallops and paella! All delicious! Thank you.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Barb! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends enjoyed your time at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations. We're glad you enjoyed our bacon-wrapped dates, prosciutto, blue cheese salad, gambas, tuna tartar scallops, and paella. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you and your friends back soon for another festive celebration!

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  4. Alan

    VIP

    Chicago

    269 reviews

    5.0

    269 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is a,lways great here. And the holiday decorations are besutiful! I only wish they were open before 5 p.m.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 6 days ago
    Hey 10SNE1, Thank you so much for your kind words and high ratings! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and holiday decorations. We understand that timing is important, and we're sorry for any inconvenience caused. We're always striving to make our hours more convenient for our guests. Your feedback is invaluable, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, if you are around for happy hour our bar opens at 4pm and we have a fantastic happy hour menu! Hope to see you soon.

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  5. John

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent as well as the food. The paella was delicious both the seafood and meat. The bacon wrapped dates were very good as well as the scallops.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on December 16, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us at Mercat, Chicago. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service, food, and especially our paella, seafood, and meat. It's great to know that our bacon wrapped dates hit the spot too! We strive to provide excellent food and service, and your feedback lets us know we're doing a good job. We hope to see you again soon. - The Management Team

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  6. Susan

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We went to Mercat before a show downtown. The dining room looked very pretty with Christmas decorations, but I thought the food and service were adequate but not anything particularly exceptional.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on December 16, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Susan! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our Christmas decorations at Mercat, Chicago. We're sorry to hear that our food and service didn't quite meet your expectations. We strive to provide exceptional food and service to all our guests, and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we continue to improve. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Sue

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pretty room, good food, friendly service-a good option for dinner before an event at the Auditorium Theater
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on December 16, 2024
    Sue, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Mercat , Chicago! It's great to know that our friendly service and tasty food made your visit memorable. We appreciate your feedback on our value and we're always working to provide the best experience for our guests. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Stephanie

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my first time at the restaurant, and the food was incredibly delicious. The restaurant was also nicely decorated for the holidays. It was an awesome experience. Thank you. I’m actually coming back on 12/20 with another friend for dinner.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Stephanie! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome experience at Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago. We put a lot of effort into creating a beautiful environment for the holidays and we're glad you appreciated it. It's wonderful to know that you and your friend are planning to return. We can't wait to serve you again on December 20!

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  9. Mark

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful tapas and wine pairing experience.
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on December 16, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Mark! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful tapas and wine pairing experience at Mercat, Chicago. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and service. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. Kris

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our meal. The setting is beautiful. The service was attentive. The food is delicious, however pricey. Will return
    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoResponded on December 11, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Kris! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and our beautiful setting at Mercat a la Planxa. It's great to know that our attentive service met your expectations. We understand your concerns about the pricing and we're constantly striving to provide the best value possible. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago is rated 4.3 stars by 4919 OpenTable diners.

Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 9 times today
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 Sat, Sun 7:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • 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
    David Oland
  • 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
    (312) 765-0524
  • 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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