Frontera Grill

"Rick and Deann Bayless have been wowing diners with their pioneering new takes on tacos, beans, and sauces since 1987."

"Rick Bayless, one of the country’s most influential champions of Mexican cuisine, got his start here, showcasing well-executed dishes."

"Despite the absence of celeb chef Rick Bayless' physical presence, you'll feel the force of his formidable resume in the strength of the scrum around the bar waiting for tables."

"This is one smooth ride across Mexico'€™s culinary landscape, and it has become a mecca for food lovers in Chicago." Full review

"Wildly imaginative Mexican food: Frontera Grill is crowded and boisterous; Topolobampo is more refined and pricier."

"For two decades, this has been the spot for a vibrant slice of Mexico City, a place to chow down on ceviches, earthy mole, wood-grilled steak tucked into housemade tortillas." Full review

"The Grill is all bright colors, manic action, and the kind of rousing street food—from tortillas packed with spicy chorizo to chiles rellenos—that suggests why certain dishes become classics." Full review

"Perhaps you’ve seen chef-owner Rick Bayless on TV, stirring up pepper sauces and other jump-off-the-tongue Mexican creations." Full review

"Rick Bayless's famous cantina--expect to wait awhile."

"Devotees of chef-owner Rick Bayless queue up for the bold flavors of his distinct fare at this casual restaurant brightly trimmed in Mexican folk art." Full review