Award-winning

Tzuco

4.7

840 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.

Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 374-8995
Website
http://www.tzuco.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Carlos Gaytán

Location
720 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
W Superior St. and N State St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Chicago Restaurant Week
$60.00 per person
Jan 24, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025
From January 24 to February 9, enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner for $60, crafted by Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán during Chicago Restaurant Week. Start with Tuna Ceviche, Heirloom Tomatoes, or Queso Fundido with wild mushrooms. For your main course, choose Pumpkin Risotto with braised short ribs, a Stuffed Chile Relleno, or Chipotle-Tamarind BBQ Ribs with creamy coleslaw. Finish with Guava Pavlova featuring Mexican merengue with guava sorbet or Gianduja, a hazelnut sponge cake with salted caramel ice cream. Dinner is available from 4PM until close. *The Restaurant Week menu is for each guest to enjoy individually. Beverage, tax, and gratuity are not included.

What 840 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Mexican
Chicago
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tzuco in Chicago's River North is a vibrant culinary gem offering a "memorable dining experience" with its blend of Mexican heritage and modern flair. Guests rave about "incredible flavors," particularly the Pulpo Enamorado and Cochinita Pibil. The "attentive service," captivating ambiance, and expertly crafted cocktails make it a "must-try" destination.

840 Reviews

D
David
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food and drinks were great! Our party of 4 + infant enjoyed the meal. Service was great and we would happily come back.
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Carla
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ángela was great! Definitely get the hot hate latte expresso martini
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M
Maria
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Comimos en la barra de la cocina, muy cómodos y tanto la comida como el servicio fueron perfectos!🥰
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Leticia
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there for my daughter’s birthday, and enjoyed every single aspect of our dining experience. The food was creative and tasty. The service outstanding, and the ambiance and aesthetic wonderful. Highly recommend. We will be back.
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J
Joel
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. I love every plate that I eat. The quality and flavors are great!!!
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Beth
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food drinks and service were outstanding! We ordered the octopus, short rib and pork shank all amazing!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and our water was great. She have us good recommendations of food to try based on our dietary preferences.
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M
Myles
Milwaukee
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Will definitely be back, took a bit to get a server over (they were very busy) but loved it otherwise
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Rick
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We were hurried between courses, plates removed almost instantly before form could hit the table, otherwise was very good. The whole experience was good, except for being hurried along.
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David
VIP
Chicago
79 reviews
4.0
79 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
my group loved all of our dishes here and will def be back. Was happily surprised by the portion size and the flavors were on point. The waitstaff was knowledgeable and very attentive.
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FAQs

Tzuco is rated 4.7 stars by 840 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

Experiences are available.

720 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Cross street
W Superior St. and N State St.
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Executive chef
Carlos Gaytán
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tzuco.com/
Phone number
(312) 374-8995

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Tzuco

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Dining areas

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Chicago Restaurant Week

Appetizers

Guacamole$15.00

Caesar Salad$15.00

Papas Zamoranas$18.00

Heirloom Tomatoes$22.00

Tetela$15.00

Tlacoyo$14.00

Queso Fundido$24.00

Tuna Ceviche$22.00

Shrimp Aguachile$22.00

Mejillones$25.00

Mayan Ceviche$22.00

Pulpo Enamorado$26.00

Onion Soup$14.00

Steak Tartar$24.00

Mains

Cochinita Pibil$38.00

Barbacoa$39.00

Tzuco Burger$29.00

NY Carne asada$64.00

Dry Aged Rib Eye$120.00

Pumpkin Risotto$22.00

Chile Relleno$26.00

Salmon Maya$42.00

A la Talla$95.00

Costillas de Res$42.00

Sides

Broccolini$18.00

Pommes Frites$12.00

Esquites$14.00

Kids Quesadillas$5.00

Desserts

Guanábana/ Aguacate$14.00

Guava Plavova$16.00

Snowman$19.00

Gianduja$16.00

Maíz$18.00

Ice Cream

Surcharge

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