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Mercat a la Planxa

Tapas Restaurant, Spanish Restaurant, and Paella Restaurant$$$$

South Loop, Chicago

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Mercat a la Planxa

8.0^/10

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Ranked #2 for tapas restaurants in Chicago
The folks at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Food Network like this place. Would you agree?
"Just get the tasting menu and let the chef take care of you."(15 Tips)
"The Bacon Wrapped dates are delicious!"(7 Tips)
"Chef Jose Garces’s colorful Catalan place pairs park views"(3 Tips)
"Hidden Gem within the BlackStone Hotel on South Michigan."(3 Tips)

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Carlos LopezMarch 29, 2016
A tad expensive for tapas but it's excellent food so it's worth it!
Food NetworkJanuary 18, 2011
Mercat a la Planxa, the Catalan restaurant from Jose Garces, offers exciting tapas dishes and delicious Jamon Serrano.
flying felizNovember 6, 2015
Try the Coffee - #otchefstable #chicago #breakfast #michelin #bibgourmand (via @Foodspotting)
Jonathan SnookMarch 14, 2018
Went for the tasting menu and it was delightfully good. Wine pairing was good but not great.
Holly BoundsMay 28, 2014
The menu is longer than both of your arms. Order the tasting menu!
Valentin GuerinFebruary 21, 2016
Good tapas (upscale) and nice service, but the place could me a bit cozier.
Erika EnidSeptember 19, 2015
The food is delicious, we loved it. #NAHREPsf #miamirealestate #bienesraices
Keith _May 14, 2023
I just paid $18 for an iceberg lettuce salad with parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. Pretty lazy effort by the restaurant. I paid for an easy win. But got a dud.
Stephanie GrahamJune 16, 2013
Sunday brunch is the way to go!! And more sangria or the bloody mary bar!!!!
ACME Hotel Company ChicagoSeptember 3, 2012
Mercat serves Catalan cuisine in a stunning Mediterranean setting. Pretty good. Hands down.
Elena MaríaMay 5, 2013
Brunch is only $25 and the food is ridiculously amazing. Mimosas and bloody's are $5. AMEN.
Lauri LauritsenJuly 29, 2013
Food and service is spectacular! We will probably eat here 3 or 4 times before we leave!! Don't miss it!
Roosevelt CollectionJanuary 24, 2012
Get the chef's tasting menu. If you'd rather make your own selections, be sure to order the bacon-wrapped dates.
ZenFoodsterJune 21, 2011
$1.99 Sangria for checking into 4sq. Also, ask the hostess if there's a Iron Chef menu: 5 tapas tasting for $35!! It's not always offered.
Stephanie GrahamJune 16, 2013
The sangria flight, bacon wrapped dates, and garlic shrimp...OHHHH MY!!!!
Kevin AllenJuly 10, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Possibly the first place in the city to have Estrella Damm on tap! Please reward them by ordering it. :)
Sima Dahl, CSP, AS, MBAJune 6, 2011
Amazing prix fixe options - let Chef Jose Garces take you on a gastronomic ride! Read more
Joe EversoleSeptember 9, 2018
The breakfast buffet is $28 on weekends. The eggs were a crime against humanity, rest was okay to good. Not worth it. Elites get $15 credit, making it acceptably priced.
Maureen VOctober 13, 2011
My white sangria had a half of a slice of lime chopped up in it - but the bacon wrapped dates are scrumptious!
Time Out ChicagoMarch 9, 2012
The Spanish restaurant has a new cocktail list from bartender Jake Daniken. Read more
Elena MaríaMay 3, 2013
The lamb chops are outstanding. A must order!
Laurence WeinsteinSeptember 18, 2011
Sunday brunch. Roast pig. Unlimited bloody marys. The yellow tomato gazpacho is tops.
Joan BlumenthalNovember 20, 2018
Just had drinks and they were very good
Teri PytelAugust 16, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Bacon wrapped dates and any pasta
MoRizaOctober 20, 2012
Try the Grilled Baby Octopus - Never had it this good before.
Andrew TorgomanJuly 3, 2011
Tried to redeem foursquare special and was told they are nit aware of it and I got denied.. A little embarassing and unecessary, especially for frequent customers..
Jeff LewandowskiDecember 23, 2012
Try the chef's tasting menu, it's worth the price :)
Shannon B.May 5, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Do the Chef's Tasting Menu! Your taste buds will not be disappointed with this culinary journey!
MoRizaOctober 14, 2012
Try the Gambas Al Ajillo - Grilled perfectly!
Rachel PortellJune 14, 2011
Their brunch is great and you get more food than you could possibly consume for $25 Read more
Ramon RiveraNovember 17, 2015
All tapas, good wine
Ariel JApril 12, 2011
Amazing menu. The Atún (Yellow Fin Tuna) and the Calamari are extraordinary.
John DotySeptember 22, 2013
Ask to sit in the 20's. Sofa bench seats.
Jeffrey GoodSmithApril 13, 2010
The Monday special- a surefire way to awkwardly get a glass of decent sangria for just 2 dollars and all the judgement and hatred a spurned waiter can provide
Andy WallSeptember 21, 2013
The Bacon Wrapped dates are delicious!
Eduardo O.June 25, 2013
Great food and vegetarian friendly!
Kate RitchieSeptember 27, 2010
Try the El Bolero marg, anything including chorizo, and one of the flatbreads. Love jose garces!
Marisa SantiagoFebruary 18, 2011
Chicago Restaurant Week!! $18 Catalan Express is awesome, go with friends and try everything!
Kirstjen LorenzJuly 23, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The chilled spring garlic almond soup is very refreshing on a hot summer day.
JaceOctober 3, 2012
Food was awesome and the portions were perfect.
Russ BelueApril 5, 2014
Bacon wrapped dates. That's all I'm saying.
Jake SungMay 11, 2012
The Pork Belly(TOCINO CON CIDRA) is a must!!
Jerome S OliverApril 2, 2018
Bring money!!!!
insun kimMay 17, 2011
Tried to redeem the foursquare special but the waitress told us the restaurant never honored a deal like that. Take it off foursquare if it's expired, geez!!!
Marco VaschettoAugust 10, 2014
Everything!!!!
Kathryn JanicekJanuary 25, 2010
I have suggested Mercat to many friends -- and they all loved their experiences. The biggest hit: the avocado martini.
Ben SJune 14, 2015
Cocktails are legit.
Celia ArredondoDecember 19, 2015
Delicious tapas & lamb chops!
Uber Chicago .September 19, 2013
Offering 25% off bill during Uber Chicago's CHILOVESuberX, 9/20-9/22.
MoRizaOctober 16, 2012
Try the Gambas a la Plancha

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