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Tzuco, Chicago, IL
Award-winning

Tzuco

4.7
4.7
800 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.

Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 374-8995
  • Website
    http://www.tzuco.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Gaytán
  • Location
    720 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    W Superior St. and N State St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve at Tzuco

    $120.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Welcome 2025 with an extraordinary New Year’s Eve at Tzuco, crafted by the renowned Chef Carlos Gaytán. Embark on a culinary journey through an artfully curated three-course menu that celebrates the rich flavors of Mexico with a modern twist. Enhance your experience with optional cocktail or wine pairings, thoughtfully designed to complement each dish. Reserve your table today for a memorable start to the New Year! Optional Wine Pairing 55 Course Menu 120

Menu

Appetizers

  • Caesar Salad$15.00

    • Guacamole$15.00

      • Mejillones$25.00

        • Papas Zamoranas$18.00

          • Pulpo Enamorado$26.00

            • Shrimp Aguachile$22.00

              • Steak Tartar$24.00

                • Tetela$15.00

                  • Tlacoyo$14.00

                    • Mayan Ceviche$22.00

                      • Tuna Ceviche$22.00

                        • Queso Fundido$24.00

                          • Heirloom Tomatoes$22.00

                            • Onion Soup$14.00

                              Mains

                              • Barbacoa$39.00

                                • Chile Relleno$26.00

                                  • Cochinita Pibil$38.00

                                    • Dry Aged Rib Eye$120.00

                                      • NY Carne asada$64.00

                                        • Tzuco Burger$29.00

                                          • Costillas de Res$42.00

                                            • A la Veracruzana$95.00

                                              • Salmon Maya$42.00

                                                Sides

                                                • Broccolini$18.00

                                                  • Esquites$14.00

                                                    • Kids Quesadillas$5.00

                                                      • Pommes Frites$12.00

                                                        Desserts

                                                        • Gianduja$16.00

                                                          • Guanábana/ Aguacate$14.00

                                                            • Maíz$18.00

                                                              • Guava Plavova$16.00

                                                                • Snowman$19.00

                                                                  • Ice Cream

                                                                    Choose between Rosemary, Salted Caramel, Guanabana, Guava

                                                                    Surcharge

                                                                    Please be advised that a 3% restaurant surcharge will be added to all guest checks. If you would like this removed, please let us know. Muchas gracias!

                                                                      Last updated: December 20, 2024

                                                                      What 800 people are saying

                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                      4.7
                                                                      4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                      • 4.7Food
                                                                      • 4.6Service
                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                      • 4.4Value

                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                      Loved For

                                                                      • Chicago

                                                                        Mexican

                                                                      Review summary

                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                      Tzuco is a vibrant culinary gem in Chicago, offering "amazing food" and "incredible service" in a beautifully designed space. The restaurant seamlessly blends traditional Mexican flavors with contemporary techniques. Highlights include the "exceptional" tetela and "fabulous" octopus. Despite occasional service hiccups, Tzuco's "fantastic" dining experience keeps guests coming back.

                                                                      800 Reviews

                                                                      1. Reginald

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        Dined today

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Third time the charm, that is how many times we ate at this restaurant. The food is mouth watering, everything on the menu is delicious. 

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                                                                      2. Victoria

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Incredible taste, ambience and service. Definitely a must try and come to often.

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                                                                      3. JoseLuis

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Excellent at all levels . Viva México Use to top notch Peruvian cuisine… a phenomenal experience , 1st time , not last . I like my beer w seafood, I would encourage to have a good either Corona or lagunitas alcohol free. Felicitaciones al staff y al Chef !!! Feliz Navidad!!
                                                                        TzucoResponded 1 day ago
                                                                        Thanks for visiting us, JoseLuis! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time at Tzuco. It's wonderful to know that our diverse menu has impressed you and that you appreciated our Peruvian cuisine and beer selection. We always strive to provide a memorable experience and we're glad we could do that for you. We look forward to welcoming you back for more festive occasions. Felicitaciones a todos por su excelente experiencia. Feliz Navidad!

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                                                                      4. Patricia

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Great service by Angela! Thank you! Great food! Good ambience!

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                                                                      5. David

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        One of the best meals I had this year. The pork and salmon were absolutely delicious. Tortillas were even amazing. I wasn’t quite happy with the drinks and while service started off great, it was slower towards the end of our visit. I will be back soon to explore more of the menu.
                                                                        TzucoResponded 1 day ago
                                                                        Thanks for the feedback, David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Tzuco. It's wonderful to know that our pork and salmon hit the spot for you! We're sorry to hear that our drinks and service didn't meet your expectations. We strive for excellent service and your feedback will be taken into consideration as we continually work to improve. We look forward to welcoming you back soon to explore more of our menu.

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                                                                      6. Helen

                                                                        Kansas City

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Lovely place for a nice birthday dinner! The queso fundido was to die for and the rest was also very good.
                                                                        TzucoResponded 1 day ago
                                                                        Hey Helen, Thanks for choosing Tzuco for your birthday dinner! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our queso fundido and found the rest of the meal to be good. It's wonderful to know that we could make your special day even more memorable. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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                                                                      7. Talha

                                                                        Grand Rapids

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Just fantastic. Try as much as you can, the drinks are great aswell.
                                                                        TzucoResponded 1 day ago
                                                                        Thanks for the feedback, Talha! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Tzuco. It's great to know that you enjoyed our drinks and service. We strive to provide a unique and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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                                                                      8. Shannon

                                                                        Chicago

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Excellent cocktails. Food was exquisite. Only complaint would be the noise level

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                                                                      9. Yuliana

                                                                        Raleigh

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Amazing food and service! Love coming here every time with visit Chicago!

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                                                                      10. Libby

                                                                        Portland

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        I had such a great timw with my daughter at the counter. Great attention to detail and service. A very hospitable staff and delicious food.

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                                                                      FAQs

                                                                      Tzuco is rated 4.7 stars by 800 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                      Make a reservation

                                                                      2 people
                                                                      7:00 PM
                                                                      Booked 43 times today
                                                                      Experiences are available.
                                                                      Google Map for Tzuco

                                                                      720 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654

                                                                      Dining areas

                                                                      Additional information

                                                                      • Award-winning
                                                                        1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
                                                                        2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
                                                                      • Cross street
                                                                        W Superior St. and N State St.
                                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                                        River North (Chicago)
                                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                                        Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
                                                                      • Price
                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                        Mexican
                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                        Street Parking
                                                                      • Executive chef
                                                                        Carlos Gaytán
                                                                      • Additional
                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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