Tabu

Okayyyy... to start, I've been to a lot of places in Chicago (& Suburbs) and this place was to be on the top of the list (if not #1) in terms of Customer Service. I will legit give them a 10/10 for hospitality - before we got there was a great experience and while we were there, it felt like family taking care of us. We came here for my Fiancés birthday and we were communicating with (NAME) and she made it an easy & smooth time booking a birthday event here / table. She even said Hi when we arrived at Tabu! Went out of her way just to wish my fiancé a happy birthday. Now, when we got there we immediately were welcomed by Cush, phenomenal service, advice, and went above & beyond for us (at least it felt like that in comparison to other restaurants). Thank you Cush! Juliani was our server and she was great too, knew her stuff on the menu & took care of 12+ people with no problem. Lastly, the food I can't recommend this place enough and we will definitely be back soon. My fiancé wants to celebrate every birthday here now haha thank you team @ Tabu for making my fiancés bday a wonderful experience!!Personal Review: 9.5/10

Loved this place!! Finally starting to explore Chicago and after reading some reviews, settled on this place. We had a reservation but upon arriving, the place was empty. This definitely is a later crowd vibe! They sat us at this super cool booth, ambiance and atmosphere was amazing. Service was ON POINT. We ordered a bunch of drinks (spicy margarita on point!!) and the tajin and coconut hibiscus rims were great! Food!! The nachos were amazing!! And such a fun experience! Get them :) Guac comes with this amazing honey sauce that was out of this world delicious. Octopus perfectly cooked. Ordered this Mexican pizza (replaced beef with chorizo) she warned me it was big, which I felt "challenge accepted" and then when I saw it was laughing so hard. Yup. Its giant. And SO GOOD. Crispy and just really unique. Bathrooms were super cute and loved all the art! All in all this would definitely be a repeat visit!!

Taco Bell food with Michelin attitude. The front of house staff barely condescend to acknowledge your presence as you enter if you don't fit their conception of cool and certainty can't be bothered to raise their eyes from their phones as you leave. This tired venue is now a victim the attitudes of its staff who think, way past their best-by date that it's a kind of culinary Studio 54. See you around in Arby's guys.

We arrived at 6:45PM on a Thursday with a reservation and the place was pretty empty. The service was good. We ordered the salsa trio, lobster flautas, and pork belly arepa. We enjoyed the trio and flautas were nice and crispy. Pork belly arepa was just ok. For entrees we ordered the sea bass, steak and frites, and bandeja paisa tacos. The sea bass was overcooked and the tacos were difficult to eat since it had strips of steak in it. I wish the steak was cut into smaller pieces so it is easier to eat. Steak and frites were good. Drinks were good. Overall the food was average but overpriced in my opinion. The ambiance of the place was nice.

We came here for my wife's birthday on a Saturday night. The evening started out quiet, with a rather empty dining room. The place got packed by the time we were heading out. My guess is that people come later so they can enjoy the this place when it converts into a lounge. The service for the most part was good. It started out great, but as more people started coming in, the service got slower. Took about 20 minutes to get our bill so we could pay and get out. We started off with their Queso Fundido and forgot to bring tortillas. Everything else went pretty smooth though. My wife ordered their Bandeja Paisa tacos and I ordered their Steak & Frites. The tacos were really flavorful. They came with chorizo, skirt steak, plantain, Chicharron, quail egg, aji, and avocado. A lot of stuff going on there but they all went so perfectly inside the tortilla. Wouldn't mind ordering these again. The skirt steak as tender, and you get a little heat with the chorizo. My steak was cooked perfectly. It came with chipotle chimichurri, habanero aioli and a lot of fried that we couldn't finish. We also ordered a few drinks and they were all tasty. Fruita Fresca was our favorite. Overall a satisfying meal and decent night. Will definitely be returning.

Restaurant week review:1. Cemitas Madame - Black Forest Ham, Duck Confit, Bechamel, Spicy Adobo, Sunny Side Egg, Breakfast Potato2. Crumpets - sweet plantain, fruit, toasted meringue, dulce de leche pastry cream, pulque ancho syrup 3. House-made Tortilla Chips & Guacamole w/ Burnt Habanero Honey & PomegranateI really liked the texture of the tortilla chips. The guacamole needed to be creamier and was not mashed enough. Cemitas Madame was a tasty, heavy sandwich but could use more flavors like sauces or veggies to cut through or complement the heavy meats. I also loved the glutinous, soft yet crispy texture of the crumpets. Everything about the dessert from the plantain to the meringue was executed right.I liked the interior design but it's hard to appreciate under the dim lighting. Service was mostly okay. I had to ask for new utensils more than once.

Tabu exceeded all expectations for a perfect girls' night out! The service was impeccable, with attentive and friendly staff adding to the overall enjoyable experience. The ambiance set a fantastic vibe, making it an ideal spot for catching up with friends.The highlight, undoubtedly, was the delicious and tasty food that satisfied every craving. From starters to desserts, each dish was a delightful treat for the taste buds. The menu offered a variety that catered to different preferences, making it an excellent choice for diverse groups.A unique touch was discovering the stylish bathrooms downstairs--definitely a talking point and an unexpected highlight of the evening. It's the little details like this that make Tabu stand out.The inviting atmosphere and chic decor make Tabu equally suitable for a romantic date. The well-curated ambiance creates an intimate setting, perfect for sharing a meal with a special someone.All in all, Tabu left a lasting impression, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit, whether it's for a charming date night or another memorable girls' night out. Highly recommended!

I came here to try their brunch menu for restaurant week and left overall dissatisfied.. mostly because I felt like I could've gotten more value elsewhere. The guac with the habanero honey was fire! Each bite had that perfect creaminess and sweetness and ended on a bold spicy note. The pomegranate seeds aded a fun crunch texture too. I'll definitely attempt to jus my guac similarly in the future. The taco was good but I did wish the pork belly was thicker. The morita glaze was a burst of flavor. It added a fun yet subtle hint of sweetness and smokiness that was really enjoyable. My other complaint is why did it not have 2 tortillas when the taco was so stuffed and filling? I'd love to hear the chef's explanation. The space was lovely and so colorful with all the flowers and plants. Service was attentive and quick.

Brunch is about vibes and Tabu has plenty. Huge, colorful space with exciting churro dishes, lots of mezcal cocktails, and a rooftop area for the warmer months Menu has a lot happening so take a quick look before your visit. I went specifically for the chicken & churros. Kinda like chicken and waffles but better in theory. Kinda disappointed bc the churro was super hard, but the chicken was good. Overall, food is solid and a great option for for brunch and group dinners. Corn Fritters $11 Chicken & Churros $17 Mezcal Salmon Benedict $15 Lamb Shakshuka $17치킨&와플의 넥스트 레벨인 치킨&츄러스!! 완전 기대하고 갔는데 딱딱하고 기름맛이 나서 그냥 그랬음 그래도 다른 메뉴들이 무난하게 괜찮고 컬러플한 공간이 주는 에너지가 좋아서 가볼만하다. 베이스로 메즈칼을 사용한 칵테일이 다양하게 있으니까

Super cute vibe and delicious food and drinks!! Price is on the higher end ($17-$22 ish for appetizers) but dang it was worth it! It also makes sense given it's in West Loop. Service was excellent too.Food was 5/5! My friend and I shared three appetizers and we were happy and stuffed!- Lobster flautas: My favorite dish we got!! The lobster filling was sooo creamy and tasted so fresh. The crunchy and creamy texture of the dish paired with a refreshing dipping sauce was just perfect. Will definitely order this again.- Pork belly Arepa: YUM. It was delicious though there wasn't a specific part that stood out. Would order this again.- Ceviche: So refreshing and balanced! It came with plenty of tortilla chips. It's a nice and bright dish to balance out the other rich creamy dishes.I ordered the Cuckoo for Coco cocktail and it had a nice foamy texture and it wasn't too sweet. I love coconut and this definitely didn't disappoint!Can't wait to come back and try other things on the menu! Everything else looked so good but we could only eat so much!