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Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!, Chicago, IL

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

4.8
4.8
392 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 67 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Welcome to Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! in River North. The little sister of Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Lincoln Park, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! stays true to its Spanish roots serving a wide variety of iconic small plates like Patatas Bravas, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and our signature Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer. Of course, no celebration would be complete without our classic Sangria. ¡Salud!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 985-6909
  • Website
    http://www.lilbabareeba.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers catering for parties of all sizes. Speak with a team member today to get started curating the perfect event, and Let our team of professionals bring the tapas party to you!
  • Private party facilities
    Nestled in bustling River North, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! Designed for gathering and grazing with friends, family and colleagues alike. With seating options ranging from intimate seating in our Heated Spanish Veranda to restaurant buyouts, the perfect location for weddings and get togethers. Head to our website or send an email to lilbabaparties@leye.com
  • Location
    441 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4540
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    N Clark St. & W Hubbard St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple Line), Grand (Red Line), Clark & Grand (Bus - 22)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Tapas

Tapas are the famous small plates of Spain, originally made to rest on top of your wine glass. Create your meal with a variety of tapas

    Vegetables & Cheese

    • Fried Shishito PeppersUSD 7.00

      black coarse salt

      • Patatas BravasUSD 9.50

        spicy potatoes with tomato aioli

        • Catalan-Style "Crystal" BreadUSD 11.00

          tomato purée, garlic & manchego

          • Goat Cheese Baked in Tomato SauceUSD 10.00

            house garlic bread

            • Roasted Hen of the Woods MushroomUSD 13.00

              manchego cream & chive oil

              • House-Marinated Spanish OlivesUSD 6.50

                rosemary, citrus

                • Tortilla Española (Made-to-Order)USD 10.00

                  warm potato & onion omelette

                  • Shaved Brussels Sprouts SaladUSD 10.00

                    manchego, candied marcona almonds

                    Seafood

                    • "Matrimonio" PintxosUSD 10.00

                      traditional basque pintxo "marrying" white boquerón & cantabrian anchovies, crystal bread, tomato crudo, chives

                      • Garlic ShrimpUSD 11.50

                        olive oil, red pepper flakes

                        • Pulpo a la PlanchaUSD 23.00

                          spanish octopus, olive oil-whipped potatoes, piparras, pimentón & espelette pepper

                          • Seared Sea ScallopsUSD 21.00

                            kabocha squash purée, roasted apples, orange gastrique

                            • "La Brújula" Yellowfin Tuna Ventresca ConservaUSD 22.00

                              the world-renowned tinned fish of spain; marinated in olive oil, served with crystal bread & spanish fixings

                              Chicken & Pork

                              • Jamón Ibérico de Bellota "Pata Negra"USD 33.00

                                the world-renowned ham from 100% ibérico breed pigs that free-graze on acorns in spain; served with manchego cheese

                                • Chorizo-Wrapped Date PintxosUSD 10.50

                                  filled with manchego cheese

                                  • Deviled Egg PintxosUSD 7.50

                                    crispy jamón serrano & chives

                                    • Roasted Dates Wrapped in BaconUSD 12.00

                                      apple cider vinaigrette

                                      • Ibérico Ham CroquetasUSD 11.50

                                        sherry aioli

                                        • Chicken & Chorizo SkewerUSD 13.00

                                          roasted piquillo peppers, chimichurri

                                          • Pressed "Bikini" SandwichesUSD 19.00

                                            ibérico chorizo, stracciatella, piquillo pepper, drizzled honey

                                            • Grilled Ibérico Pork "Presa"*USD 23.00

                                              presa cut of the famous ibérian pig, fabas asturianas, pickled shallots

                                              Beef & Lamb

                                              • Handmade Beef EmpanadaUSD 9.00

                                                chimichurri

                                                • Spanish MeatballsUSD 9.50

                                                  beef & pork, sherry tomato sauce

                                                  • Hanger Steak*USD 19.00

                                                    sherry-glazed mushrooms, mojo verde

                                                    • Lamb Brocheta*USD 19.00

                                                      skewered lamb, confit marble potatoes, chopped persillade

                                                      • Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer*USD 36.00

                                                        A house specialty! Large format skewer to be shared; olive oil-whipped potatoes, shishito peppers, horseradish mojo

                                                        Surcharge

                                                        As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.

                                                          Last updated: 4 October 2024

                                                          What 392 people are saying

                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                          4.8
                                                          4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                          • 4.8Food
                                                          • 4.7Service
                                                          • 4.7Ambience
                                                          • 4.6Value

                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                          Loved For

                                                          • Chicago / Illinois

                                                            Tapas / Small Plates

                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers a vibrant Spanish tapas experience with "amazing food, vibes, and service." Guests rave about the delicious tapas, delightful sangrias, and "fantastic service" that elevate their dining experience. The outdoor seating provides a charming atmosphere, while the lively interior is perfect for sharing plates with friends. Ideal for happy hours and special occasions.

                                                          392 Reviews

                                                          1. Clemente

                                                            VIP

                                                            Chicago

                                                            3 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            3 reviews

                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Delicious and great service as always. Very accommodating. Wanted a drink they didn’t have on the menu anymore and they made it for me. That’s what I call excellent service!

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                                                          2. Melinda

                                                            Cincinnati

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Loved all the small plates we tried! Service was great and they made it extra special for our anniversary. Would love to dine here again!

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                                                          3. Wayne

                                                            Los Angeles

                                                            3 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            3 reviews

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Everything we got was good! Good atmosphere. Our server was super friendly and knowledgeable.

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                                                          4. Katie

                                                            Milwaukee

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Loved our first time! Enjoyed the vibe, the food and drinks were amazing. Service was outstanding

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                                                          5. Nathan

                                                            Chicago

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great ambience and good food for a good value.....

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                                                          6. Kelly

                                                            Houston

                                                            28 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            28 reviews

                                                            Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great first time experience at Lil Ba Ba Reba! Drinks and food were so good. Will be back soon!

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                                                          7. Rob

                                                            VIP

                                                            St. Louis

                                                            55 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            55 reviews

                                                            Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Our server, Madeline? Meridith?, was outstanding with great recommendations regarding the dishes and their number. Our party of four frequents a lot of tapas restaurants and Lil’ baba-Reba is one near the top of our list. Loved the deviled eggs, goat cheese spread, and scallops. Unfortunately, the lamb skewer was underwhelming. The house specialty, classic red sangria was vey good. So good, I had two. Great venue for our birthday celebration. Both the restaurant itself and the surrounding neighborhood was very vibrant on this Saturday night.

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                                                          8. Mary

                                                            VIP

                                                            Chicago

                                                            24 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            24 reviews

                                                            Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Wonderful table, great service and food! We enjoyed our dining experience!

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                                                          9. Tim

                                                            VIP

                                                            Chicago

                                                            3 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            3 reviews

                                                            Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Always amazing food and service. Highly recommend coming here!

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                                                          10. Sarah

                                                            Las Vegas

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            4.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            We did the bottomless sangria brunch and ordered the tortilla, patatas bravas, bacon wrapped dates, croquetas, and deviled eggs. Patatas bravas and the croquetas were the best, and the tortilla was our least favorite.

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 985-6909.

                                                          Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! is rated 4.8 stars by 392 OpenTable diners.

                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                          Make a booking

                                                          2 people
                                                          11:30 pm
                                                          Booked 67 times today

                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                          Google Map for Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

                                                          441 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4540

                                                          Dining areas

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Cross Street
                                                            N Clark St. & W Hubbard St.
                                                          • Area
                                                            River North (Chicago)
                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                            Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                          • Price
                                                            $31 to $50
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Casual Dining
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Casual Dress
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            Street Parking
                                                          • Public transit
                                                            Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple Line), Grand (Red Line), Clark & Grand (Bus - 22)
                                                          • Payment Options
                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                          • Website
                                                            http://www.lilbabareeba.com/
                                                          • Phone number
                                                            (312) 985-6909
                                                          • Catering
                                                            Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! offers catering for parties of all sizes. Speak with a team member today to get started curating the perfect event, and Let our team of professionals bring the tapas party to you!
                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                            Nestled in bustling River North, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! Designed for gathering and grazing with friends, family and colleagues alike. With seating options ranging from intimate seating in our Heated Spanish Veranda to restaurant buyouts, the perfect location for weddings and get togethers. Head to our website or send an email to lilbabaparties@leye.com
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