After conquering New York’s gourmet Mexican scene brother’s Patricio Alfredo and Felipe Sandoval decided to bring their concept of upscale tacos and tequila to Chicago. To say Mercadito’s cocktail list is innovative and eclectic is an understatement. One of the most unique choices on the list is the Tres Coops featuring single village mescal, st. germain elderflower, domaine de canton ginger, averna, lime and egg white. For those not as adventurous with your libation choices a suggestion would be the Little Market, which is filled to the brim with tequila reposado, fresh pineapple, chile guajillo, cilantro and pico piquin. Trust me, it delicious and refreshing. Mercadito also showcases a variety of guacamole flavors such as apple, mango, mole poblano, garlic with oregano and cinnamon spiced sweet potato with toasted pumpkin seeds. The tacos come 4 per order and my suggestion would be to have everyone in your party order a different type and share. I would recommend the tilapia and steak tacos, but you really can't go wrong with any choice on the menu. A delicious and authentic side that can be split between 4-5 people is the Arroz Verde which is a green rice casserole topped with Oaxaca-manchego cheese.
Great tex-mex, to die for cocktails and lively atmosphere make this new River North spot a fiesta you don’t want to miss out on.
P.S. Check out the hidden bar in the basement called Double A, a romantic spot for a pre or post dinner drink.
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