Mexican · River North, Chicago

Frontera Grill

Frontera Grill: Mexican in River North, Chicago. Critics: 83% liked it, from 4 reviews (2007 to 2025).

Bib Gourmand (2025)

Why go

Bib Gourmand Mexican counterpart to Topolobampo next door.

What the critics say

Critics: 83% liked it, from 4 reviews (2007 to 2025). Slipping: the recent write-ups are worse than the old ones. Written up by Michelin Guide 2025, James Beard Foundation 2007, The Infatuation 2025.

The crowd: 4.3 of 5 on Tripadvisor (2,298 ratings), kept apart from the critics on purpose.

Neighborhood
River North
Price
$$
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IndienneTopolobampoPizzeria UnoLou Malnati'sMr. BeefPortillo's
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Researched October 23, 2026 from the sources linked above. Places change; confirm hours and reservations before you go.

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