We have been regulars since we moved here 7 years ago. We love this restaurant. The food is always delicious and the cocktails are always great. Good wine, good food and wonderful service always!
Marissa
It's no secret this is my favorite restaurant in Chicago! The whole team at mfk create a welcoming and fun environment, with delicious eats and drinks, and outstanding hospitality. mfk is the total package!
Thomas
We have been to MFK many times over the last 8 years. It is our favorite overall restaurant in Chicago. Great food. Great service. Unbelievable bar program. Fantastic value. Matt the head chef is genius. Run don't walk.
Claire
Felt like being back in Spain. Enjoyed every bite but the espresso martini was the best I've ever had!
Sean
I ordered fideos - toasted capellini, saffron cream, shrimp, smoked pork, mussels and featured fish. Fideos dish was too salty to my taste.
Emily Spectre
Beware - if you make a reservation and it says the bar, you can end up at the service bar by the kitchen. Food was fine but service was surly. We had a drink and an appetizer and ate dinner elsewhere. I won’t be back. The service bar should be for walk-in customers only.
Tony Yang
Good but the seafood dishes are very pricey for the amount of food. The cauliflower is the best thing on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Clinkscales
Awesome spot, sat at the bar with great service. Courses come in three rounds, which the kitchen times perfect. Each round gets better and better.
Our courses 1) cantabrian anchovies: good, easy salty starter 2) croquetas de pollo: great, cooked perfectly to that crispy texture 3) Rabbit sweet potatoe Gnochi (special): The sauce that comes with these was absolutely fantastic, meat was tender and paired perfectly with the gnochi
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelsey Lynch
Such a cozy and intimate yet light atmosphere! Great mix and match menu. Can't wait to go back and try more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dan l
mfk is one of those rare spots that doesn’t seem like they try too hard—because it doesn’t have to. The bartenders run the small place with sharp knowledge and zero pretense, guiding you through food and drink like people who genuinely love both. You leave satisfied and already thinking about when you’re coming back.
This underground gem delivers an unbeatable ambiance that transports you straight to the coastlines of Spain. From the moment you walk in, the hostess, bartenders, and servers are warm, attentive, and genuinely excited about the menu — offering thoughtful recommendations and sharing of their knowledge.
Now, the food… incredible! Full of authentic coastal flavor that stays true to its Spanish inspiration. Every bite feels intentional, elevated, and memorable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chad Slovin
Always a treat. Could smash a dozen of the Suzuki crudo bites
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim M
Amazing food and service! Super quaint and worth the visit and a revisit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Benjamin Francis
Excellent food and outstanding service in a small cozy restaurant. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Benjamin S
Excellent food and outstanding service in a small cozy restaurant. Highly recommended
We have been regulars since we moved here 7 years ago. We love this restaurant. The food is always delicious and the cocktails are always great. Good wine, good food and wonderful service always!
It's no secret this is my favorite restaurant in Chicago! The whole team at mfk create a welcoming and fun environment, with delicious eats and drinks, and outstanding hospitality. mfk is the total package!
We have been to MFK many times over the last 8 years. It is our favorite overall restaurant in Chicago. Great food. Great service. Unbelievable bar program. Fantastic value. Matt the head chef is genius. Run don't walk.
Felt like being back in Spain. Enjoyed every bite but the espresso martini was the best I've ever had!
I ordered fideos - toasted capellini, saffron cream, shrimp, smoked pork, mussels and featured fish. Fideos dish was too salty to my taste.
Beware - if you make a reservation and it says the bar, you can end up at the service bar by the kitchen. Food was fine but service was surly. We had a drink and an appetizer and ate dinner elsewhere. I won’t be back. The service bar should be for walk-in customers only.
Good but the seafood dishes are very pricey for the amount of food.
The cauliflower is the best thing on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome spot, sat at the bar with great service. Courses come in three rounds, which the kitchen times perfect. Each round gets better and better.
Our courses
1) cantabrian anchovies: good, easy salty starter
2) croquetas de pollo: great, cooked perfectly to that crispy texture
3) Rabbit sweet potatoe Gnochi (special): The sauce that comes with these was absolutely fantastic, meat was tender and paired perfectly with the gnochi
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a cozy and intimate yet light atmosphere! Great mix and match menu. Can't wait to go back and try more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
mfk is one of those rare spots that doesn’t seem like they try too hard—because it doesn’t have to. The bartenders run the small place with sharp knowledge and zero pretense, guiding you through food and drink like people who genuinely love both. You leave satisfied and already thinking about when you’re coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Eat here — trust me!
This underground gem delivers an unbeatable ambiance that transports you straight to the coastlines of Spain. From the moment you walk in, the hostess, bartenders, and servers are warm, attentive, and genuinely excited about the menu — offering thoughtful recommendations and sharing of their knowledge.
Now, the food… incredible! Full of authentic coastal flavor that stays true to its Spanish inspiration. Every bite feels intentional, elevated, and memorable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a treat. Could smash a dozen of the Suzuki crudo bites
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food and service! Super quaint and worth the visit and a revisit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and outstanding service in a small cozy restaurant. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and outstanding service in a small cozy restaurant. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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