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11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago
Antique Taco is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

1. Antique Taco

8.9
1360 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Wood St), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 161 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Like everything else at this Instagram-friendly taqueria, the Rosemary Margarita is pretty darn adorable. Serve in milk bottles, the cocktail combines tequila with lime, orange, and fresh rosemary. Read more.

Big Star is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

2. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It's difficult to beat a classic. We're talking about the classic margarita, made with tequila Lunazul tequila, lime, and orange curacao. Read more.

Cesar's Killer Margaritas is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

3. Cesar's Killer Margaritas

6.8
3166 N Clark St (at W Belmont Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 73 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It's more about quantity than quality at Chicago's original home of the oversized marg. Here they are served in a dozen different flavors, from classic to guava or watermelon. Read more.

Frontera Grill is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

4. Frontera Grill

8.4
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 257 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Ballers know the Splurge Margarita is the way to go with cognac barrel-aged tequila, Grand Marnier, cognac-infused Pineau des Charantes, fresh lime, and gold leaf. Read more.

La Vaca Margarita Bar is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

5. La Vaca Margarita Bar

7.4
1160 W 18th St (Racine), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Pilsen · 37 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This bar takes the old adage of "having it your way" and translates it to margaritas. Choose from a variety of flavors, tequilas, and style (frozen or on the rocks). Read more.

Latinicity is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

6. Latinicity

108 N State St Fl 3 (Randolph), Chicago, IL
Food Court · The Loop · 38 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Kick up your experience with a Pepino Margarita, which features serrano-infused Sauza tequila, cucumber, lime, and agave in a Tajin-rimmed glass, at this food court dedicated to all things Latin. Read more.

Masa Azul is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

7. Masa Azul

2901 W Diversey Ave (at N Francisco Ave), Chicago, IL
Latin American Restaurant · Logan Square · 33 tips and reviews

EaterEater: With one of the most extensive tequila and mezcal lists in the city, there are endless ways to enjoy agave. One of the best is the house margarita, made with tequila, orange liqueur, and citrus. Read more.

Mercadito is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

8. Mercadito

8.1
108 W Kinzie St (btwn Clark St & LaSalle Blvd), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 247 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The Margarita Tradicional at this River North Mexican hotspot is served up with Hornitos blanco, Grand Marnier, lime, and agave nectar with the option of adding fruit or adding smoke. Read more.

Mezcaleria Las Flores is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

9. Mezcaleria Las Flores

3149 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 10 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Jay Schroeder’s take on a margarita at his mezcal bar takes a traditional approach with Milagro blanco, lime, orange liqueur garnished with salt, and poured over a generous helping of ice. Read more.

MONEYGUN is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

10. MONEYGUN

9.0
660 W Lake (Union Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Fulton River District · 38 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Classics are the name of the game at this new-school dive bar and that means a Strawberry Margarita available for $10.75 that is mixed with tequila blanco, pink curaçao, fresh strawberries, and lime. Read more.

Takito Kitchen is one of 11 Excellent Margaritas in Chicago.

11. Takito Kitchen

8.6
2013 W Division St (btwn Damen Ave & Hoyne Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Ukrainian Village · 55 tips and reviews

EaterEater: For those who like it hot, there is the Caliente Margarita with Chipotle Morita and Combier Corazon blanco. For those who prefer the sweet stuff, try the seasonal margarita with fresh blood orange. Read more.