Best of 19 Spanish restaurants in Chicago

Spanish restaurants in Chicago offer a taste of Spain right in the heart of the city. These establishments bring authentic Spanish cuisine, from tapas to paella, to life. Whether you're in search of a cozy tapas bar or a fine dining experience, Spanish restaurants in Chicago cater to a range of tastes and preferences. Come and savor the flavors of Spain, without leaving Chicago.

1. Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!

Offers a lively and energetic atmosphere with outdoor seating in the summer.

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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2. Tapas Valencia

Live Spanish music on weekends, Friendly staff from Spain

TOPICS

  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Holiday Celebrations
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

3. Boqueria Fulton Market

Featuring a raw bar and wood-fired grill

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Social Gatherings
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

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4. Bocadillo Market

Family-owned business with a passion for Spanish culture and food

TOPICS

  • Asian Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Cheap Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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5. Little Madrid Tapas-Café

Family-owned café with live Spanish music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Italian Cuisine
  • Vegan Options
  • Happy Hours

6. Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

Live Spanish music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Social Gatherings
  • Downtown Spots

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7. Jaleo by José Andrés

Celebrity chef José Andrés' restaurant, Outdoor seating available

TOPICS

  • Italian Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

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8. Bulerias Tapas Humboldt Park WOW District

Offers vegetarian and gluten-free options, live Spanish music performances

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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9. Mercat a la Planxa

Located in Chicago's historic House of Blues hotel

TOPICS

  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner
  • Corporate Events

10. Cafe Marbella Tapas

Live Spanish guitar music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Hidden Gems

11. Mama Delia

Family-owned and operated, Passion for traditional recipes

TOPICS

  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Italian Cuisine
  • Celebrations
  • Downtown Spots

12. Bulerias Catering and Banquets

Offers catering and banquet services with customizable menus

TOPICS

  • Corporate Events
  • Fusion Cuisine
  • High-End
  • Hidden Gems

13. mfk. Restaurant

Live Spanish music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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14. Asador Bastian

Live Flamenco dancing on weekends

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • High-End
  • Downtown Spots

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15. Punta Cana Restaurant

Live Spanish music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Dinner

16. Azucar Tapas & Cocktails

Live Spanish guitar music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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17. Havana Grill

Live Spanish guitar music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots

18. Habitant

Live Spanish guitar music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Mid-Range

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19. La Celia Latin Kitchen

Live Latin music on weekends

TOPICS

  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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