Barcocina - Lakeview

4.3 (1038)

$31 to $50

Mexican

2901 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

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Barcocina - Lakeview

4.3

$31 to $50

Mexican

Lakeview / East Lakeview

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Lively

Barcocina is a progressive Mexican concept showcasing twists on original Latin flavors. The menu emphasizes shared plates to give our guests the ultimate Eat, Drink, and Socialize experience. Barcocina offers a one of a kind drink menu that features sweet, smoky, and spicy takes on classics, as well as innovative mixology.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 687-9949
Website
http://barcocinachicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ramiro Piza
Private party facilities
Barcocina offers several party space options for hosting an event from 15-400 people. Our main private room is spacious and inviting for any occasion. The room has its own fully equipped bar, ample seating, open-air garage doors and restrooms. The Front Bar Space is perfect for smaller groups, happ
Private party contact
Desi Westfall: (773) 687-9949

Location
2901 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Neighborhood
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Cross street
Sheffield and George
Parking details
None
Public transit
Diversey Brown Line, Wellington Brown line, and Belmont Red Line
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Barcocina Guacamole$16.00
Our signature guacamole topped with tangy cotija cheese and an artistic drizzle of smoky pasilla balsamic reduction. Creamy, bold, and addictively fresh — a guac worth ordering on repeat. Comes paired with our fresh house fried tortilla chips.
Elotes Corn Salsa$10.00
crema + cotija cheese + arbol chile
Queso Fundido$13.00
chorizo + poblano rojas + egg
Salsa$11.00
Its a 2 for 1 to make everyone happy. A lively mix of roasted roja chiles topped with fresh cotiga cheese in our classic Roja Salsa and verde chiles topped with micro greens in our Verde Salsa, Bold, smoky, slightly spicy and oh so satisfying. paired perfectly with our fresh tortilla chips.
Truffle Street Corn Guac$18.00
black truffle shavings + cotija cheese + arbol chile
Butternut Squash Soup$10.00
Mexican Onion Soup$10.00

Salad

Street Corn Taco Salad
grilled & chilled corn + kale + bell pepper + cherry tomatoes + avocado + cotija cheese + chili powder + santa fe dressing + tortilla
- Regular$10.00
- Chicken$16.00
- Steak$17.00
- Shrimp$18.00
Mexican Onion Soup
melted pepper jack + caramelized onions + pico de gallo + served in a taco bowl skillet
- Regular$10.00
- Chicken$16.00
- Steak$17.00
- Shrimp$19.00

Tacos

Adobo Steak$19.00
grilled scallions + chihuahua cheese + salsa verde
Bang Bang Cauliflower$17.00
tempura battered cauliflower + togarashi + sweet chili sauce
Bang Bang Shrimp$20.00
tempura battered shrimp + togarashi + sweet chili sauce
Braised Brisket$18.00
guajillo marinade + avocado salsa + cilantro
Chicken Tinga$19.00
jalapeno lime slaw + pickled onions
Greek Chicken$18.00
Herb-marinated chicken topped with creamy feta and crisp cucumbers, served in warm flour tortillas. Fresh, bright, and Mediterranean-inspired even your Yaya will be wanting more. Packaged for individual assembly to ensure maximum freshness
Jamaican Jerk Chicken$18.00
mango salsa + scotch pepper aioli + micro cilantro
Kids Quesadillas$7.00
Mahi Mahi$21.00
chipotle aioli + cabbage slaw + red onion
Pineapple Pork$18.00
braised pork shoulder + crema + charred pineapple salsa
Tuna Poke$20.00
chilies + soy + avocado + wonton shell
Taco Tower$80.00
The Garden Taco$15.00
Banh Mi Steak$23.00

Dessert

Churro Bites$10.00
homemade churros tossed with sugar + served with caramel + nutella + strawberry sauce
Dulce De Leche Roll$10.00
w/ mexican coffee ice cream

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4.3

(1038)

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
3.8Value

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Barcocina - Lakeview offers a vibrant dining experience with standout "bottomless brunch" and "amazing deals" during Taco Tuesday. Guests rave about attentive service from staff like Riann, Callie, and Tony. The restaurant features a spacious setup with a charming outdoor area, though some note the need for better air conditioning.

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Carmen
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So fun, load music, good food Our waitress was great, thank you Riann
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Hailey
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on September 27, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had just finished a half marathon and we came to celebrate. My friends and I love coming here. The staff are some of the kindest people ever and the bottomless brunch is unbeatable. Great great great way to celebrate! DJ is also great
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Amy
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was amazing . Greeted with free drinks . Callie was excellent . Food was great but one dish too spicy
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Joshlyn
Las Vegas1 review
5.0
Dined on August 29, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had my birthday brunch here. David was the absolute best!
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Ruby Gold
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 5, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience at Barcocina Chicago! Tony was our server and was great, very attentive, knowledgeable, and gave good recommendations. We came at the start of happy hour, so we got to sample several appetizers at a great price. We tried the guacamole, brisket wontons, and elotes. The elotes were my favorite and reminded me of the street corn I grew up eating when vendors would come through the neighborhood. We also tried the barbacoa brisket, mahi mahi, and steak tacos, along with the hanger steak and charcoal-fired shrimp. Everything was flavorful and well-seasoned. The hanger steak with the cachurreira sauce was especially delicious, had to ask for extra sauce. The restaurant is spacious with a nice outdoor area, plus a private section with large barn-style doors that would be great for groups. Great food, service, and atmosphere. I’d definitely come back.
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Jennifer Gold
Washington DC16 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 4, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time here for Taco Tuesday. It was such an amazing experience, the tacos just kept coming and the quality was so good! The marg flight was a nice touch but I could’ve done without it so ai could fit more tacos in my belly. Our server was very sweet and made sure we always had tacos coming to the table. My favorite taco is still the Greek chicken but the bang bang shrimp is a close second (they do not skimp on the shrimp). We also arrived and it was still HH so I got an order of the amazing barbacoa dumplings. Overall it was the perfect experience.
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Shelby Gold
Chicago1 review
3.0
Dined on August 2, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
We did see a rat inside as we finished our meal. We notified the host. The food is just ok for the money. The service was 10/10.
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Vanessa
Chicago11 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 29, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great and so was the staff! Can’t wait to go back!
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Tara Ann
Orlando2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 29, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for taco Tuesday and between the tacos and margaritas it was really such a good deal!
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Jenna
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on July 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Our server was incredible and food and drinks were delicious. Only thing to note is sitting outside is quite loud becuase of the nearby train.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 687-9949
Website
http://barcocinachicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ramiro Piza
Private party facilities
Barcocina offers several party space options for hosting an event from 15-400 people. Our main private room is spacious and inviting for any occasion. The room has its own fully equipped bar, ample seating, open-air garage doors and restrooms. The Front Bar Space is perfect for smaller groups, happ
Private party contact
Desi Westfall: (773) 687-9949

Location
2901 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Neighborhood
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Cross street
Sheffield and George
Parking details
None
Public transit
Diversey Brown Line, Wellington Brown line, and Belmont Red Line
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Barcocina hosts private parties and works with an events team to plan gatherings and receptions.

Yes, guests report vegetarian choices (including vegetarian tacos) and that the venue offers a good number of gluten‑free options.

Yes, Barcocina can suit a special evening: guests have celebrated anniversaries there and the menu includes a full wine list and cocktails to pair with a dinner.

The bottomless brunch is substantial, guests praise the brunch and bottomless offerings as plentiful and satisfying.

The Barcocina Guacamole is a standout, it’s listed on the menu as the restaurant’s signature guacamole and guests repeatedly praise it.

Yes, Barcocina accepts private events and their events team works with hosts to arrange requests like playlists, menu choices, and even bringing your own dessert for events.

Yes, Barcocina’s patio and outdoor seating (including heated igloos) are popular with guests and frequently enjoyed for dining al fresco.

Taco Tuesday is the standout, guests rave about the $35 unlimited tacos with a margarita flight for a fun, value-packed night; for a more relaxed visit, try weekend bottomless brunch (Sat–Sun, 11:00am–3:00pm).

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is required.

Barcocina - Lakeview has a festive, high-energy vibe with chic, fun decor and upbeat music; the patio adds a lively outdoor option, though music (and nearby trains outside) can make it loud at times.

Barcocina offers indoor dining and a lively bar, plus an outdoor patio that includes heated igloos and fire-pit seating, the venue also hosts private parties and events.

Yes, families are welcome: the menus include multiple kids items (Kids Cheese Quesadilla, Kids Chicken Quesadilla, Kids Tenders & Fries, Kids Quesadilla), and guests report bringing children for brunch and lunch.

Barcocina gets busiest around big promotions and event nights, Taco Tuesday and holiday/special-event evenings draw full rooms, while midweek brunch visits tend to be more relaxed and chill.

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Barcocina - Lakeview

4.3

$31 to $50

Mexican

Lakeview / East Lakeview

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Barcocina - Lakeview

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Barcocina - Lakeview

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Lunch Special

Lunch Special$20.00

With Chips

Barcocina Guacamole$16.00

Elotes Corn Salsa$10.00

Queso Fundido$13.00

Salsa$11.00

Truffle Street Corn Guac$18.00

Butternut Squash Soup$10.00

Mexican Onion Soup$10.00

Salad

Street Corn Taco Salad

Mexican Onion Soup

Tacos

Adobo Steak$19.00

Bang Bang Cauliflower$17.00

Bang Bang Shrimp$20.00

Braised Brisket$18.00

Chicken Tinga$19.00

Greek Chicken$18.00

Jamaican Jerk Chicken$18.00

Kids Quesadillas$7.00

Mahi Mahi$21.00

Pineapple Pork$18.00

Tuna Poke$20.00

Taco Tower$80.00

The Garden Taco$15.00

Banh Mi Steak$23.00

Dessert

Churro Bites$10.00

Dulce De Leche Roll$10.00

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