Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

4.8

391 Reviews

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Lively

Welcome to Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! in River North. The little sister of Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Lincoln Park, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! stays true to its Spanish roots serving a wide variety of iconic small plates like Patatas Bravas, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and our signature Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer. Of course, no celebration would be complete without our classic Sangria. ¡Salud!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 985-6909
Website
http://www.lilbabareeba.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers catering for parties of all sizes. Speak with a team member today to get started curating the perfect event, and Let our team of professionals bring the tapas party to you!
Private party facilities
Nestled in bustling River North, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! Designed for gathering and grazing with friends, family and colleagues alike. With seating options ranging from intimate seating in our Heated Spanish Veranda to restaurant buyouts, the perfect location for weddings and get togethers. Head to our website or send an email to lilbabaparties@leye.com

Location
441 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4540
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
N Clark St. & W Hubbard St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple Line), Grand (Red Line), Clark & Grand (Bus - 22)
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Fried Shishito Peppers$7.00
black coarse salt
Patatas Bravas$9.50
spicy potatoes with tomato aioli
Catalan-Style "Crystal" Bread$11.00
tomato purée, garlic & manchego
Goat Cheese Baked in Tomato Sauce$10.00
house garlic bread
Roasted Hen of the Woods Mushroom$13.00
manchego cream & chive oil
House-Marinated Spanish Olives$6.50
rosemary, citrus
Tortilla Española (Made-to-Order)$10.00
warm potato & onion omelette
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad$10.00
manchego, candied marcona almonds

Seafood

"Matrimonio" Pintxos$10.00
traditional basque pintxo "marrying" white boquerón & cantabrian anchovies, crystal bread, tomato crudo, chives
Garlic Shrimp$11.50
olive oil, red pepper flakes
Pulpo a la Plancha$23.00
spanish octopus, olive oil-whipped potatoes, piparras, pimentón & espelette pepper
Seared Sea Scallops$21.00
kabocha squash purée, roasted apples, orange gastrique
"La Brújula" Yellowfin Tuna Ventresca Conserva$22.00
the world-renowned tinned fish of spain; marinated in olive oil, served with crystal bread & spanish fixings

Chicken & Pork

Jamón Ibérico de Bellota "Pata Negra"$33.00
the world-renowned ham from 100% ibérico breed pigs that free-graze on acorns in spain; served with manchego cheese
Chorizo-Wrapped Date Pintxos$10.50
filled with manchego cheese
Deviled Egg Pintxos$7.50
crispy jamón serrano & chives
Roasted Dates Wrapped in Bacon$12.00
apple cider vinaigrette
Ibérico Ham Croquetas$11.50
sherry aioli
Chicken & Chorizo Skewer$13.00
roasted piquillo peppers, chimichurri
Pressed "Bikini" Sandwiches$19.00
ibérico chorizo, stracciatella, piquillo pepper, drizzled honey
Grilled Ibérico Pork "Presa"*$23.00
presa cut of the famous ibérian pig, fabas asturianas, pickled shallots

Beef & Lamb

Handmade Beef Empanada$9.00
chimichurri
Spanish Meatballs$9.50
beef & pork, sherry tomato sauce
Hanger Steak*$19.00
sherry-glazed mushrooms, mojo verde
Lamb Brocheta*$19.00
skewered lamb, confit marble potatoes, chopped persillade
Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer*$36.00
A house specialty! Large format skewer to be shared; olive oil-whipped potatoes, shishito peppers, horseradish mojo

Surcharge

As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.

What 391 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers a vibrant Spanish tapas experience with "amazing food, vibes, and service." Guests rave about the delicious tapas, delightful sangrias, and "fantastic service" that elevate their dining experience. The outdoor seating provides a charming atmosphere, while the lively interior is perfect for sharing plates with friends. Ideal for happy hours and special occasions.

391 Reviews

M
Melinda
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved all the small plates we tried! Service was great and they made it extra special for our anniversary. Would love to dine here again!
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Wayne
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we got was good! Good atmosphere. Our server was super friendly and knowledgeable.
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Katie
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our first time! Enjoyed the vibe, the food and drinks were amazing. Service was outstanding
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Nathan
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience and good food for a good value.....
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Kelly
Houston
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great first time experience at Lil Ba Ba Reba! Drinks and food were so good. Will be back soon!
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Rob
VIP
St. Louis
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Madeline? Meridith?, was outstanding with great recommendations regarding the dishes and their number. Our party of four frequents a lot of tapas restaurants and Lil’ baba-Reba is one near the top of our list. Loved the deviled eggs, goat cheese spread, and scallops. Unfortunately, the lamb skewer was underwhelming. The house specialty, classic red sangria was vey good. So good, I had two. Great venue for our birthday celebration. Both the restaurant itself and the surrounding neighborhood was very vibrant on this Saturday night.
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Mary
VIP
Chicago
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful table, great service and food! We enjoyed our dining experience!
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Tim
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always amazing food and service. Highly recommend coming here!
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Sarah
Las Vegas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We did the bottomless sangria brunch and ordered the tortilla, patatas bravas, bacon wrapped dates, croquetas, and deviled eggs. Patatas bravas and the croquetas were the best, and the tortilla was our least favorite.
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Michael
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I sat in the atrium out front. It felt a bit disconnected from the vibe inside but still a great time!
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FAQs

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 985-6909.

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! is rated 4.8 stars by 391 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Order delivery or takeout

441 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4540

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
N Clark St. & W Hubbard St.
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple Line), Grand (Red Line), Clark & Grand (Bus - 22)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lilbabareeba.com/
Phone number
(312) 985-6909
Catering
Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers catering for parties of all sizes. Speak with a team member today to get started curating the perfect event, and Let our team of professionals bring the tapas party to you!
Private party facilities
Nestled in bustling River North, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! Designed for gathering and grazing with friends, family and colleagues alike. With seating options ranging from intimate seating in our Heated Spanish Veranda to restaurant buyouts, the perfect location for weddings and get togethers. Head to our website or send an email to lilbabaparties@leye.com

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Tapas

Vegetables & Cheese

Fried Shishito Peppers$7.00

Patatas Bravas$9.50

Catalan-Style "Crystal" Bread$11.00

Goat Cheese Baked in Tomato Sauce$10.00

Roasted Hen of the Woods Mushroom$13.00

House-Marinated Spanish Olives$6.50

Tortilla Española (Made-to-Order)$10.00

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad$10.00

Seafood

"Matrimonio" Pintxos$10.00

Garlic Shrimp$11.50

Pulpo a la Plancha$23.00

Seared Sea Scallops$21.00

"La Brújula" Yellowfin Tuna Ventresca Conserva$22.00

Chicken & Pork

Jamón Ibérico de Bellota "Pata Negra"$33.00

Chorizo-Wrapped Date Pintxos$10.50

Deviled Egg Pintxos$7.50

Roasted Dates Wrapped in Bacon$12.00

Ibérico Ham Croquetas$11.50

Chicken & Chorizo Skewer$13.00

Pressed "Bikini" Sandwiches$19.00

Grilled Ibérico Pork "Presa"*$23.00

Beef & Lamb

Handmade Beef Empanada$9.00

Spanish Meatballs$9.50

Hanger Steak*$19.00

Lamb Brocheta*$19.00

Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer*$36.00

Surcharge

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! restaurant rated?

Is Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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