Mambo Grill

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Reasonably priced homestyle Latin fare, award-winning cocktails Online reservations South American specialties Over 100 rums and tequilas

Since 1994, Mambo Grill has been considered one of Chicago's best and most beloved restaurants, with reasonably priced Latin cuisine, noteworthy authentic cocktails and spirits served in a homey environment. The restaurant, established in the River North neighborhood, has an intimate and welcoming feel. The lively interior is both energetic and upbeat. The walls are painted a rich, buttery yellow. Authentic black and white Cuban photographs hang over the spacious wooden booths and along the walls. The high ceilings are boldly painted to resemble something of a backgammon board. Energetic music, from Latin Jazz to Brazilian Samba, plays throughout. During warmer days, French doors open up to the outdoor sidewalk café, which is tropically painted in yellow, teal, maroon and purple hues. View Website View Menu Choices Editorial Review for Mambo Grill

Intimate River North restaurant serves Latin fare in a warm, breezy atmosphere. In Short Pale yellow stucco walls with earth-tone and wood accents make for a mellow Latin vibe in this relaxed space, where cozy booths line both sides of the small dining area. Starters include fresh guacamole and hearty black bean soup. For entrees, there are shredded chicken enchiladas with tomato jalapeno sauce, glazed pork with sweet potatoes, and chicken with habanero peppers wrapped in banana leaf. For dessert, chipotle pepper chocolate cake boasts a sweet afterburn.

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Save Money Get half-price pitchers of sangria and margaritas Wednesdays when you purchase two entrees; Thursdays offer half-price bottles of wine with two entrees; and on Fridays, mojitos are half-price. What to Drink The wine list features a good variety of Spanish and Chilean wines at reasonable prices, with many bottles under $30.

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Restaurant Description: Hot South & Central American specialties & award-winning decor define the energetic, spirited character of Mambo Grill. Traditional Latin dishes, set off by unexpected twists & unusual sauces, are an exciting departure from the typical Mexican meal. The dark, postmodern atmosphere with its vivid cyber-Chicano iconography adds to the fun. Choose from over 80 bottles from the South American and Spanish wine list, 55 different tequilas, and 75 rums.
Price: $30 and under
Primary Food Type: Latin American
Neighborhood Name: CHI - River North