La Josie
Vivek Vijay · 255 Google reviewsLa Josie — dependable mexican in West Loop. The atmosphere is half the draw here. If you drink, start at the bar. Teri Shigeno Bravo: "The black beans were incredible and the steak was so tender and juicy" [patio]
What 1,721 diners keep saying
What 1,721 diners keep saying
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“the best restaurant experience I had in Chicago! We were recommended this place for mezcal and Julio offered the best mezcal tasting and was so knowledgeable about mezcal and learning our palates to recommend. Then we got the rojo ceviche and that was amazing. The carne tacos were LITERALLY the best tacos i’ve had in my life. Thanks Julio !”
“Visited last night after the Bulls game, it was about 12 minutes from the stadium. We valet parked, and Sat in the back of the restaurant which I believe is their bar. Our server Was nice and attentive. The food was absolutely delicious. The flavors were bold but not over powering. We ordered the Shrimp Tacos and Guacamole. So FRESH! I also ordered a non-alcoholic drink with hibiscus and pineapple juice. It was so good! I would definitely recommend and will return.”
“Great mezcal bar. Bartender was extemely knowledgable of mezcals AND their creation/history. My sister and I had a wonderful time. We learned alot about the establishment and their goal to make tequilas' bastard cousin mezcal, an attraction for all. Not a place to overlook in the west loop. Oh, and the food is fantastic. But yea, mezcal.”
“Came here for restaurant week! I love a good upscale Mexican spot! The mood lighting was cute and everything we tried was 10/10! (This was also my first time trying flan … great first try!) Definitely will be back! Food + desserts we tried: -Tamal (rajas con queso + picadillo) -Carne Asada -Flan Casero Drinks we tried: -sangre dulce -no seas fresca”
“Food is great, place is quiet we went for a restaurant week menu but have to eat the ceviche was great.”
“First time coming to this restaurant and it's really nice and the tacos sooo goood”
“Nice place good food 🔥👌🏽 good customer service great atmosphere. Nice tequila selection..”
“La Josie is my favorite spot to come to for birthday celebrations. She’s a bit pricey but the food and service is always impeccable so it’s definitely worth it. You can never go wrong with the drinks and enchiladas here. I’m still dreaming about the Al pastor trio 🤤. The ribeye Auguachile was delicious and the camarones a la diabla were good as well, but the sauce reminded us a bit of Valentina hot sauce which was interesting. We’ll be back soon for good food and a good time 🫶🏽”
“Now this place is what we call a classy restaurant !!! The food itself will take you to places, a long with the quick and kind treatment and ambience make it perfectly!!! We bought forgot the menu names but it's like a chicken sandwich, a beef burrito, like juice and tres leches for dessert. Everything was awesome. Clean restrooms, good quality drinking water, clean plates. We also did not have any wait time even though it was a weekend and lunch time. But it would be nice if you reserve and then go.”
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