Folklore | Argentine Restaurant

“Best steak ever!!!”

Best steak ever!!!! It’s a MUST!!!

Olha Duda

Jan 2026

“the food was delicious, the steaks & the sides were very well cooked & tasty.”

the food was delicious, the steaks & the sides were very well cooked & tasty. our waiter jose was very attentive and hospitable. the candle lit atmosphere really added to our night, will definitely come back here again.

Angel

Nov 2025

“★★★★★ – Great Food, Great Atmosphere Fresh bread came out first—simple, hot, and actually good.”

★★★★★ – Great Food, Great Atmosphere Fresh bread came out first—simple, hot, and actually good. The chicken appetizer was seasoned right and worked well with the red wine we ordered. Steaks were the highlight—thick cuts, grilled perfectly, juicy inside with a good crust. Everything came out hot and tasted like it was made with care. We sat outside, which had a relaxed, casual vibe—perfect for a low-key night. If you're dressing up or celebrating something like an anniversary, the indoor setup looked more formal and polished. Either way, the place delivers. Service was on point—no delays, no confusion, just efficient and friendly. Wine selection matched the food well. It's definitely a place worth coming back to.

Redrose

Jul 2025

“Started with a mescal flight that was varied and worth the price.”

Started with a mescal flight that was varied and worth the price. Ordered a corn empanada that came with a delectable chimmichuri top dip into. The shell was super crispy which was the perfect contrast with the cheesey corn filling. Main was their 10 oz filet and spinach mashed potatoes with a red onion and wine sauce. Insanely tender cut of meat. The sauce was flavorful and making a perfect bite with the mash, sauce and a slice of the steak was superb. Great service.

Chris B

Jul 2025

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable experience at Folklore.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable experience at Folklore! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm, rustic, and inviting—enhanced by the soft glow of candlelight. We ordered the El Che, a grilled flank steak served sizzling hot on a tabletop grill with red chimichurri, and it did not disappoint. The steak was tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. The accompanying roasted red peppers, asparagus, and shiitake mushrooms added the perfect earthy balance. Also worth mentioning: the mashed peas were silky and vibrant, and the yuca was tender and well-seasoned. Every dish felt thoughtful and well-executed. To top it off, the cocktail (with a crisp apple garnish!) was both refreshing and artfully crafted—clearly made with pride. If you're looking for an authentic Argentinian experience in Chicago with bold flavors and a cozy, romantic vibe, Folklore is a must. Can’t wait to return! 🕯️🥩🍷 #FolkloreChicago #ElCheSteak #ArgentinianCuisine #ChicagoEats #FoodieFinds #SteakLovers #LatinFlavors #TabletopGrill #ChimichurriDreams #CandlelitDining #ChicagoInfluencer #WickerParkEats #EatLocalChicago #SupportLocalRestaurants #Foodie #BestPlacetoEat

Jennifer Williams

Jul 2025

“We came here on a day where a festival was happening on the street, luckily we had reservations.”

We came here on a day where a festival was happening on the street, luckily we had reservations. The music Nextdoor (maybe their bar) was very loud. We were seated quickly and served pretty quickly as well. The restaurant itself is very cute and spacious. They were out of certain drinks/menu items because of the festival issue. However, it wasn’t a huge issue for us. We tried to many different items - since it was our first time here. We had the spinach empanada- I chose this because it was vegetarian but I wasn’t a fan. My partner did like it (I am usually very picky). We also picked the provoleta and this was delicious, almost like eating this in Argentina. Very good, this was my favorite item. My partner had the chorizo trio and he said it was good, but nothing too superb. For entrees we had the ravioli with both sauces red and white and it was yummy, but again just too much food so I only had a few bites. It’s been a few weeks and I cannot remember what my partner had (the steak) also said he enjoyed it, but not sure he was blown away. I will say that we had the flan as desserts and it was DELICIOUS. Perhaps the best I’ve ever had I do recommend this spot, especially if you are in the mood for it. It was a good experience.

Chris C

Jun 2025

“Folklore served up some of the best steak we’ve had in Chicago.”

Folklore served up some of the best steak we’ve had in Chicago. And we’ve been to many of the best steakhouses in the city. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious. We were legit surprised because this place has good reviews but is never talked about or considered a top steak spot in the city. The “El Che” was the star and came out sizzling on a personal grill. Portion was enormous. Could be split by two people. Empanadas are pretty good too. Wine was fine. The only issue was the bar side of the place was banging music. Super aggressively. And the restaurant side gives off a romantic candle lit vibe. Had to scream to have a conversation. Fwiw - we went during Do Division Fest so that could have impacted the music and craziness of the bar side. Either way will be back. Steak was super good!

Steve McMahon

Jun 2025

“Foot was delicious and fresh, I really enjoyed every single dishes and especially grilled veggies were my favorite.”

Minjeong Ryu (MJ)

May 2025

“I had the Entrana and beef empanada while my wife had the Che and we shared carmelized onions and...”

I had the Entrana and beef empanada while my wife had the Che and we shared carmelized onions and spinach mashed potatoes. The empanada was okay by itself but the chimichurri sauce really enhanced the flavor. Both our meats were tender and cooked to our preferences but surprisingly the vegetables were the star of the show. The mushrooms were amazing, the asparagus and peppers had a nice grilled flavor and char, and the tomatoes and onions were good for a refreshing bite. The caramelized onions seemed sweet at first but it provided a contrasting flavor to the other ingredients; we couldn’t stop eating them. We couldn’t really taste the spinach in the mashed potatoes but it was still really delicious. We will definitely be back.

Cas R

May 2025

“Food and drinks are so good.”

Food and drinks are so good! Servers are always so friendly and on top of it! I usually always get the Filet mignon, whatever sauce they use is seriously so good! But I’ve tried a few other dishes and they all have flavor. Highly recommend

maria castellanos

Apr 2025

“This place is amazing!”

This place is amazing!! One of our favorite spots for dinner now. I’m so picky with cocktails and their Mardi Gras was one of the best I’ve ever had! We also tried the cucumber and coconut mojitos and they were delish (coconut was def better). The empanadas were so good (beef was the best) and the filet was cooked PERFECTLY and the sauce and mashed potatoes were out of this world. OMG can’t wait to come back🤤

Brittany Ferrin

Apr 2025

“Being a server myself and my boyfriend we do know about this.”

Being a server myself and my boyfriend we do know about this. Unconsciously since we walked in we started judging and we went like this: Ambient: 5 stars, super romantic; perfect for a date. Cocktails: 5 stars, perfect flavors, beautiful presentation, quality ingredients. Food: 5 stars, perfect seasoning, we are used to Latin food and the seasoning was on point, it brought us back to our countries; from the appetizer, entree and dessert. Everything was perfect. Service: 5 stars, Oscar took the best care about us. Recommended us cocktails according to what we liked as well with food. It was my birthday, and he surprised us with a delicious dessert. We will go back 100%. Best date we’ve ever had and we will repeat it.

Arisdely Mendez

Mar 2025