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Café Ba-Ba-Reeba!

Tapas Restaurant and Spanish Restaurant$$$$
North Side, Chicago
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    This tapas restaurant is famous for their Spanish food. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Linda F.
    "Great Date Spot for Bacon Wrapped Dates on any Date of the year."(16 Tips)
    jonas
    "Try the new Blood Orange Sangria that should go nicely with summer!"(70 Tips)
    Julie K.
    "Everything was delicious - paella was a lot of food!"(20 Tips)
    Vik K.
    "Patatas bravas and the beef with horse radish"(6 Tips)
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  • Lucille F.
    Lucille FisherApril 8, 2018
    All week happy hour 4-6pm! Yup inclusive Sat-Sun! $1-3.25 pintxos & $2.95 beer! Iberico chorizo w/ shishito,patatas bravas,meatballs & dates w/bacon 😘👍authentic as it gets!
    Upvoted 4 weeks ago
  • Linda F.
    Linda FelterApril 16, 2014
    Great Date Spot for Bacon Wrapped Dates on any Date of the year. (See what I did there?) Oh, and have some Sangria while you're at it. Makes the bad jokes a little more fun.
    Upvoted Feb 18
  • Jennifer J.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer JuniMarch 26, 2015
    This place is amazing! The paella is wonderful. Everything we tried was so delicious. You can't go wrong! You can ask the servers to make suggestions on how many tapas to share based on your group.
    Upvoted 1 week ago
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    BiancaAugust 19, 2019
    Great place, very lively. Loved their sparkling sangria and the rosé cava. Mix it with some pinxos and few more bites: octopus a la plancha or goat cheese with tomato sauce.
  • Alanna M.heart icon on user image
    Alanna MApril 17, 2014
    The shrimp with garlic is amazing. The buttery sauce has just perfect amount of kick from the chopped garlic and pepper flakes, and it's the gift that keeps on giving-dip your bread in till it's gone
  • Michelle W.heart icon on user image
    Michelle WilesOctober 27, 2021
    Everything is excellent. But the croquetas, mushroom cheese things, tomato bread, goat cheese, brussel salad are all top
  • Marjorie M.heart icon on user image
    Marjorie MullerSeptember 22, 2015
    The food is exquisite. Mallows you to try a multitude of things and in the end, it's usually cheaper than if you went out and bought your own meal. I love this place for brunch!
  • Elaine
    ElaineMay 19, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Chicago, especially for tapas. Try the roast dates wrapped in bacon and the spicy potatoes w/ tomato alioli, so delicious! The sangria's great too! =)
  • jonas
    jonasMay 9, 2013
    Obviously, Dates wrapped in bacon is a must. Goat cheese and sauce - another one to order before you even look at the menu. Try the new Blood Orange Sangria that should go nicely with summer!
  • Jacqui S.heart icon on user image
    Jacqui StilsonMay 18, 2018
    Everything here is great! Great selection and good flavors, eye pleasing presentation. Best white peach sangria hands down! This is a family favorite and we will always come back.
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    MargaretJanuary 6, 2015
    This resturant was wonderful! Not only was the food epic ( potatoes with tomato aioli and BACON wrapped dates) but the wait staff and manager were GREAT! Great service all around!
  • Trevor C.heart icon on user image
    Trevor ConnollySeptember 3, 2013
    Everyone is going to recommend the bacon-wrapped dates or the spinach-artichoke mushrooms, but I say make sure to get the Blue Cheese Beef and save room for the Butterscotch after. WHOA!
  • Social N.
    Social News NetworkAugust 6, 2013
    A great selection of tapas with a nicely organized menu. The endive salad, short rib and empanadas are especially worth ordering. The service is very helpful and accommodating.
  • Bathilda H.heart icon on user image
    Bathilda HMarch 10, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Great service, never disappointed.. Always packed so if you don't mind waiting atleast an hour during busy hours. Glass of sangria! Figure out what you want before server arrives to make it go faster!
  • Allie M.
    Allie MartiniFebruary 17, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Get a pitcher of sangria-- it comes out to more than 6 drinks, by far the best value. Also, I'd argue that the plain red sangria is the better than the (more expensive) flavored ones.
  • lauren w.
    lauren wellsSeptember 21, 2014
    One of the best dining experiences of my life! Tons of different sangria flavors, amazing tapas, and great atmosphere. Start with a chorizo wrapped date.
  • Claire M.
    Claire MirandaJuly 12, 2013
    Loved the bacon-wrapped dates. The Paella Valenciana was very well done and that peach sangria is just dazzling. Do not leave without trying it! One can never have too much sangria.
  • Elizabeth B.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth BursteinMay 17, 2018
    Loved mango sangria, spinach crepe, rib, and the citrus pancakes. Great brunch spot!
  • Manoj A.heart icon on user image
    Manoj AmbalavananMay 11, 2022
    The papas bravas and octopus are fantastic as are their desert. Pair it with a pitcher of sangria and bring a big group for a great time
  • Ericka Y.heart icon on user image
    Ericka YeomanFebruary 10, 2019
    Food was amazing. Very rarely do I get to experience a well rounded gluten free menu. Drinks were just as good. We will be back!!!!
  • Allison D.heart icon on user image
    Allison DavisSeptember 9, 2016
    Absolutely love this place! Amazing food & drinks, everything was delicious. So fun & perfect for a girls night out. Plus, incredible value!
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineApril 13, 2012
    Paella comes three ways (we liked the Valenciana, with chicken, pork, green beans, and artichokes) and is available in individual portions. Read more
  • Kyle H.heart icon on user image
    Kyle HarmonFebruary 3, 2016
    Lamb was good , had a bowl of rice can't quite remember the name of it . Wine was exceptional quality place to take a date ,or night out with the fellas .
  • Stefanie
    StefanieOctober 5, 2014
    The sangria is perfection. Lots of tapas from which to choose. I liked the spicy potatoes, the goat cheese, and the shrimp with garlic.
  • Linda A.
    Linda AlexanderMay 1, 2014
    Always an interesting meal. Be careful with the fried peppers as the red one will get you. Get the Pintxos Platter to try an assortment. Very good.
  • Emily P.heart icon on user image
    Emily PrendergastSeptember 8, 2015
    So many great tapas! If you are there for lunch/brunch you can still ask to see a dinner menu and they'll make you anything from it
  • Ronald V.heart icon on user image
    Ronald VieiraFebruary 22, 2015
    Delicious tapas. The paella was very Americanized, but still with good flavor. Definitely a should-try!
  • Jenn W.heart icon on user image
    Jenn WayboerJuly 24, 2015
    Amazing black raspberry sangria! And the tapas are perfect to split so you can try several. I think we split like 6 of them.
  • Taylor K.heart icon on user image
    Taylor KonigsederMarch 12, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Spinach & manchego stuffed mushrooms. Yum. Blue cheese tenderloin & seared scallops. Double yum. But the butterscotch dessert? MUST HAVE. Fun atmosphere & delicious food!
  • Christy
    ChristyOctober 27, 2012
    Classic red sangria all the way. Don't get bacon wrapped dates - it's just bacon & there are much better things. A+ to goat cheese croqueta and spicy potatoes (although they're not spicy, at all)
  • Sophia R.heart icon on user image
    Sophia RamdassDecember 28, 2014
    Super impressed with everything we ate. Loved the calamari and beef empanada. The flan was amazing for dessert. Can't wait to go back!
  • Jamieheart icon on user image
    JamieFebruary 9, 2018
    The homemade sangria pitchers are always a must! Their menu is always exciting and fun! And always delicious
  • Andriana A.
    Andriana AlbamonteJuly 22, 2013
    Pinxtos platter was amazing and perfectly portioned and priced! White peach sangria is a must try!
  • Kayleigh H.heart icon on user image
    Kayleigh HarringtonSeptember 8, 2014
    Sangria, bacon wrapped dates, goat cheese baked in tomato sauce, meatballs - all amazing. Would love to try the paella next.
  • Satishheart icon on user image
    SatishMay 7, 2014
    Amazing Tapas! Killer Sangrias. So far the best I have come across in Chicago. Lively ambience, great place for groups, .
  • Max M.heart icon on user image
    Max MossAugust 23, 2015
    Expensive! But really good. You'll want to try everything. And just when you think you're done, the desserts are awesome too.
  • Ashley T.
    Ashley TerrellSeptember 19, 2012
    Mm tapas! If you’re looking to visit Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba and also want to meet interesting new people, they’ve partnered with Grubwithus.com to host a social dinner on the first Thursday of every month.
  • Christinaheart icon on user image
    ChristinaJune 14, 2016
    Many delicious sangria options! I enjoyed the peach and passion fruit!
  • Chris B.heart icon on user image
    Chris BuenoMarch 17, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Great place for Brunch if you have kids. Their menu is amazing and the Classic Sangria is off the hook.
  • Veronica H.
    Veronica HSeptember 14, 2013
    Pleasantly surprised it wasnt overly salty. loved the Spinach mushrooms, brussel sprouts and the meatballs. loved the fresh sangria
  • Rashawn S.heart icon on user image
    Rashawn SimsApril 11, 2014
    Youreally cant go wrong with anything you order here. Best tapas ive ever had. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere.
  • Bitches Who Brunch
    Bitches Who BrunchNovember 2, 2016
    The service was great throughout the meal, but there were some misses when it came to the dishes. Read more
  • Elizabeth G.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth GospodinovApril 19, 2016
    Perfect for dates! Must try bacon-wrapped dates, beef empanadas, any paella and goat cheese
  • Anna S.heart icon on user image
    Anna SeletosMay 11, 2013
    Always order a pitcher of Sangria! It's a great deal and delicious! Try things you may not normally eat and obviously share it all!
  • L K.heart icon on user image
    L KDecember 14, 2014
    The olives are a great started. Also recommend the goat cheese in tomato sauce and the octopus.
  • Jennifer S.
    Jennifer StraubDecember 22, 2011
    If you go for brunch, you cannot pass up the Make-Your-Own-Bloody-Mary bar. If you're there for dinner, the bacon-wrapped dates are awesome.
  • Tres Chic C.heart icon on user image
    Queso de Cabra was the best I've had. Share the Brussels Sprout Salad and get the Granny Smith Empanadas for dessert!
  • Thurgood C.heart icon on user image
    Thurgood CoatsMay 30, 2016
    Tapas, tapas, and more tapas! Literally everything was amazing and the Sangria was to die for.
  • Jon B.heart icon on user image
    Jon B.July 17, 2018
    Was a bit disappointed with the on-and-off dishes. Really liked the goat cheese bake and iberrico pork. The cucumber side to the lamb, on the other hand, was super salty.
  • Nancy
    NancySeptember 8, 2013
    Caramelized bananas for dessert were to die for! Perfect size! And the bacon wrapped shrimp was amazing!
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