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El Barco Mariscos
Seafood Restaurant and Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Noble Square, Chicago
"Best refried beans and Mexican seafood in the city!"(4 Tips)
"Can't go wrong with the ceviche."(7 Tips)
"good vegetarian fajitas and the best mango margarita in town"(12 Tips)
"I love the red snapper."(4 Tips)
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Ruben FloresJuly 11, 2016Amazing mexican seafood restaurant. Good service, spicy salsas and big portions. Try the clamato michelada, Mexico's take on Bloody Mary.
Jamie NelsonJanuary 17, 2013The dinner for 2, 3 or 4 is FANTASTIC! Crab legs, mussels, shrimp, octopus, squid, mahi mahi, chicken, steak, veggies and more! Cooked to perfection!
Matthew PattersonNovember 24, 2013Amazing large portions! Crab, small shrimp and mahi mahi amazing. Avoid the steak-- not tender and dry. margaritas are nicely priced but low on booze content. Great Mexican seafood gem in Chicago!
Jonny FabianApril 2, 2022Must try! Had the carne asada and it was amazing! Also the shrimp ceviche was a 10/10. No complaints great environment too
Marcella JaimesAugust 18, 2015The waitresses are very friendly. However, I had the chicken enchiladas and they where not very tasty. My cousin had the carne asada dinner which she also thought the steak needed more seasoning.
Blake LMay 7, 2014Their octopus Ceviche is the best overall ceviche in the actual city, next to the one I make in my kitchen.
William QuiñonesMay 22, 2017Everything is very tasty here. Frankly, not many flaws here. Food is fresh and the fish is the star.
Sir Sal ReyesSeptember 28, 2013The food was awesome. That Steak platter was huge. I trully recommend this place to people visiting CHICAGO.
How did a Mexican restaurant forget my chips and tortillas??? Plus when is the raising of the Mariacada going to stop???Used to be $65 now it is $94 with less food.
Ria SanchezOctober 16, 2015The Steak and Snow Crab Legs are my favorite! Perfectly done and always fresh :)
Gizeh GonzalezDecember 30, 2015EVERYTHING IS GOOD!! I especially love the salsa negra they accompany the chips with.
The El Barco Style Prawns are so addicting, you'll come back tomorrow for more. Oh, make sure to get a mango margarita to complete this incredible meal.- Amando LucasNovember 17, 2015Came in for my birthday and we ordered a parrilla of meat and seafood. Soooo good.
Joe WallaceSeptember 16, 2012And while I'm on the subject, I've been to Veneno de Nayarit across the street three or four times and enjoyed that MUCH more. The entire Barco experience was unsatisfactory. :-(
Danielle AlonzoMay 28, 2011Just had the best steak of my life. Get the parrillada for a large group of people. The steak is towards the bottom, mmm.
DeeniSeptember 19, 2012Authentic Mexican seafood!! The best day in Chicago...this tostada de camaron is awesome!
Quiero mas NegocioFebruary 16, 2012This restaurant is a Mexican restaurant that has an amazing selection as well as delicious sea food dishes.
Joshua PersonsJuly 23, 2011Great food, but if you are light sensitive get a seat inside. The outdoor fence lighting is harsh on the eyes and ineffectual on the food.
MaegsMarch 2, 2011Must haves: Tamarind margarita and the refried beans. My favorite dish is the salmon fajitas.
Anoosh CookseyJune 30, 2011Get a pitcher of margarita on the rocks. Every. Time. And try the snapper...sooooo good!
Sydney WilliamsMarch 11, 2010The portions are GIGANTIC! Get the shrimp in white wine, garlic and cilantro. Boneless snapper chipotle style is incredible.
- Brayan EspinozaJune 4, 2017I would skip this one. Just go across the street to "Alegrías" or even better to "La Costa." They also charge for each soft drink refill (Europe?) weird. Food is nothing to write home about.
KrisApril 21, 2011Come hungry . Stay long. Try something new everytime because I have not had a bad dish ever.
Jessica SimpsonAugust 17, 2010Love this place. It is likeMexican Seafood, really reasonable prices. SO Yummy!
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El Barco is a unique Mexican restaurant in Chicago serving the most delicious seafood available.
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed, Sun
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Thu
- 10:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 10:00 AM–Midnight
(773) 486-6850
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.0
"The shrimp are large, fresh and succulent, fish chips are sizable, and flavorful… everything here is absolutely delicious!!"
Etrina T. - 9.3
"mmmmmmm - what to say? Simply, it is the best restaurant in Chicago. Both food and service are fantastic - it is 5* restaurant."
Raed Al-Dukhayyil - 8.6
"Everything was deli. But don't miss the mussels, ceviche, cod brandada and croquetas (although they are not 100% Spanish style). Nice and small restaurant. Great service"
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- 8.6
"This place is so worth the visit. Crest seafood. Try crab legs Nayarit Style. The Chapuzon del mar and steamed fish so worth it."
Cindy Kurman - 8.6
"awesome beer list. but you probably already knew that. the vibe is perfect for an afternoon drink on a hot sunny day"
Caitlin - 7.4
"A Movie Viewers Dream Come True! Staff treated me like royalty! I will definitely return and I recommend you go! The customer service is PRICELESS!"
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