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For two star Spanish, try Cafe Iberico in Chicago. Check out this popular and affordable place in the Streeterville area. Know before you go: this place features a singles scene. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a casual atmosphere. This place features private rooms. This place is open late. People who have eaten here found the food bland.
4.0 of 5 stars.
So it was up to me to pick out a place to go tonight and I was in the mood for tapas. I had never been here so this is where I decided we go.I was not disappointed. We started off with some red wine...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
pretty good! everything went swimmingly and the food tasted good..but nothing really stood out as being spectacular. it's a pretty big place and it has a wonderful vibe to it. i also liked that...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love cafe iberico...the food is always great..i had the:steak with caramelized onions --my favorite!mussels in marinara ---deliciousoctopusscallops...chicken balls...all of it was super...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place, I believe it is the best place in Chicago for tapas. the sangria is amazing......homemade. Everything is fresh, fast and tastey.Go there tonight!
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a block away from me, so I've now had the pleasure of repeat visits. I generally hate tapas places because you can easily walk out with a $300 bill and still be hungry, but this place is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here once with my sister and a few friends, since I'm not local to Chicago this was a treat. We tried both red and white sangria which were excellent, and sampled several tapas. My favorite was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'd give this place five stars but the service has degraded over the years. The wait staff can be a bit snobby and whoever the hostess is generally looks at me in such a peculiarly unprofessional...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here once last year after a book discussion with a group of friends from the audience. I found the tapas to be passable but quite lackluster. They had trouble getting the concept that someone...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
solid food - tasty sangria (but the only fruit in my pitchers were lemons...where's my apples!)tapas were all delicious - went with a huge group and sampled a lot but some of my faves were the grilled...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
was in the mood for authentic spanich cuisine so a good friend with flair for local cuisine recommended this place for thier tapas. True enough is place was packed for an early weekend dinner and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Came here last night since my date suggested I try it. Last weekend we went to Cafe Babareeba, so this time I figured we'd try this place out. She said they had great Sangria and good food. Well...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was one of my favorite Spanish Tapas place in Chicago. For about 7 years, I would stop in there after work in the Loop for happy hours, gathering with friends and weekend brunches. It's not a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times and on my most recent visit for my daughters bday, my exhusband and sister joined us...I've decided I really like this place, they have a chicken dish with saffron...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Home made cuttlefish pie for breakfast, OK an early lunch; we'll have the Spanish rose, a good breakfast wine and all the specials, Cherizo ; duck &; beans? and the potato torte and we won't eat for...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is not only a great place for happy hour (and don't forget your sangrias!) but is awesome for dinner.The jamon serrano is out of this world and I also love their grilled octopus. And...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is one of those place you have cravings for after you've eaten there once. The sangria is to die for and fairly cheap. The atmosphere is very "alive". It can get very overcrowded on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here numerous times in the last few years but only now felt compelled to write a review. The consistency has always been a nice thing about this restaurant, aside from the countless other...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE CAFE IBERICO! Great food. Love the loud lively atmosphere. We've had some problems with the check not being correct, but it is always taken care of in the end. Make sure you get the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious, fast, loud and fun. This place is great. Oh yeah and very reasonably priced. You can try and ton of stuff and pig out without breaking the bank. This place is great for a big get...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WHERE DO I BEGIN!! The Scallops are Heaven!! The Goat Cheese with sauce OHHH MYYY GOD!!! there aren't any bad things about this other than the parking can get to be a bit much. I go during Early Lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was looking for a place for my boyfriend and I to celebrate our one year anniversary, and I decided I wanted tapas! I was going to go to Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba, but I had a few friends say oohhhh noooooo...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had a period when we came here every month, but that was 4 years ago. The food was good, slightly inconsistent depends on how busy the restaurant is at the time, so don't go on the weekends or...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure how useful my review is when there's 545 others on Cafe Iberico.Cafe Iberico is vegetarian-friendly. While there may be other tapas restaurants that offer more variety, Iberico's tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and atmosphere, but it can be hard to get in the door because of large crowds. If you are young and single, that is a very good thing. We have a baby now so that makes it harder.
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First time here for me was the other night. Didn't even know I was going, just met up with a group of friends and that's where they were headed. Turned out to be a great surprise. I'm not even sure...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
So I finally got dragged to this place. Maybe I could stomach the bland/over done food if it wasn't for the huge older sorrority/frat crowd. But I guess that this is a great place you're from Elgin...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Simple decor. Tapas would be considered average in Spain, but we're not in Spain. We started with an exquisite spinach salad, followed by a an island of goat cheese in the midst of a tomato sauce,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing special, went there a couple of times and thought BaBaReeba, 1492 and Emilio's were better.
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As my first meal in Chicago, I was not dissapointed. This was my first time trying tapas. My ponderous pal brought me here after taking me to the John Hancock building.She ordered the goat cheese with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friends took me here for my birthday on a Sunday for lunch.Service was decent since there weren't that many people.The food was delicious!!! We ordered the Chicken Croquettes, Chicken on a skewer...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
While the service was fine, I left very confused about what I had just experienced. Every time someone wants to go for tapas, Cafe Iberico is always mentioned. I finally went for it and left...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I went to Iberico last night and there was an hour long wait ... expected. The hostess then urged us to try their new restaurant upstairs. She assured us it was the same chef, same...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was here for one of my birthday dinners. It was just ok. It is one of the better tapas places in the city that I've been to, but I have not been blown away. The paella(combo) was a bit salty...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Terrible ambience.Lamentable sangria.But those tapas are NICE! We didn't order anything super adventurous or exciting, but most things were top-notch. The only lackluster dish for me was the grilled...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took a rock-collecting class in 2nd grade and I still remember taking my first lick of a salt rock -- I was in love. Helps explain why despite the long waits, noisy crowds, and tables piled on top...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico makes what is probably the best sangria I've ever had. We got a pitcher to split between three people, so I had quite a bit. The one time I tried to pick up the pitcher to pour it for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went to Cafe Iberico last night based on our friends recommendation. We managed to get there before the crowds,, but were still seated downstairs in a dark, depressing, practically empty area....
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Came back, and honestly couldn't remember if I've been here or not. The lighting was kinda crap (very dim, took about an hour for me to adjust), and the decor was butt-ugly. Yellow walls, with tacky...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my fave places in the Chi. I love coming here and I've been here dozens of times. The tapas are delish!! My faves are the croquettas, the goatcheese with the toasty bread, patatas ali-oli,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been a frequent of Cafe Iberico for 10 years! If you are a party of five or less on a busy evening, you may get seated in 20 minutes. Now if you are planning a party of 10 or more expect to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Bubble Gum.This is what my coworker Andrea found on her plate as she was digging into her lunchtime tapas selection, which incidentally arrived about 20 minutes after the rest of the selections of our...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was great but as others have noted the atmosphere is pretty hectic. Not a place to go to have a nice quiet dinner.
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great tapas and drinks. Cafe Iberico was a place I always passed by during the days when I had to walk over to the Chicago-Brown line, but never went in. When I finally did before I moved, I was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First and foremost, their Sangria kicks ass! Great atmosphere- People watching is a blast, for those who share that interest. Tapas are delish!`Mussels- Great. `Spicy Potatotes- Delish. `Chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times. The dishes are okay, and the sangria is watered down in my opinion.There was one dish I love, but forgot what it was called.I will come back, but prefer cafe babareeba.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can see why people could be initially disappointed by this place- the decorations aren't anything to brag about and the tables and customers are packed in more densely than anywhere else I've ever...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Where else can you go near downtown Chicago with a bunch of friends to get a pitcher of sangria and dinner in a lively atmosphere with good people-watching, and walk out only about $10 poorer? The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious tapas, but the service was super slow during lunch since they had only one waitress covering like 20 tables. Ridiculous. Servings were decent, I was full all though we shared 4 plates with 3...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure that I can offer anything new to the hundreds and hundreds of reviews, but I love Cafe Iberico so I have to throw in my two cents.Hands down, my favorite tapas restaurant in the city....
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Nope, nope, nope. It was 100 degrees the day I tried this place. Despite the open tables on the first floor, we were sat on the second floor, next to the empanada station. Second, the menu...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My second tapas experience led me to Cafe Iberico. I was impressed by the prices but not by the food. Everything is relatively cheap. It only cost me $30 to sample a large portion of the menu...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I live a block away from this place and I really wanted to like it. I mean, who doesn't want a go-to tapas place for those lazy nights? Yeah, too bad I won't be back.The Iberico paella was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Let's just start off by saying that the service here is totally hit or miss and 99% of the time, the service just plain sucks. Now having gotten that out of the way, the tapas are the reason I keep...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoy tapas and Cafe Iberico does it right. The food is decently priced for how delicious the food is. I have ventured quite a few times in the last couple of years. This restaurant is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks! This place rocks! (singing) So, what can I say about Cafe Iberico? I have tried many other tapas places, and none have ever compared to this place. The Spanish style decorations,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Yep, still a no-go. With friends in town who wanted to get tapas downtown by their hotel, we figured we'd give Iberico another try. They tried to convince us to head to the upstairs pinxtos bar and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well, my first time here a year ago, the sangria is the only thing I remember about the place. Or that whole night. Hence, why I'm writing review based off my experience last night...While waiting...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
okay people. WHITE SANGRIA. i never knew it existed until my friend took me here specifically for the reason to have me try it. and once there i realized pretty much NO ONE knows about it because...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went back here recently for a friends birthday dinner, and while I can't say that I LOVE it, I can say that it was a far more pleasant experience. The food is still not as good as other Tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ehh.I am a fan of tapas restaurants because they bring people together. It is perfect for a group setting and usually they have fun drinks to choose from. Cafe Iberico made me not like tapas....
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Huge fan. I've made my way through the menu several times over, along with the sangria. The best part of this place is the ambiance as well as the chef's specials. Sitting in either room, it reminds...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was fantastic specally the sangria; the best sangria we ever had. However, the place was extremily crowed it. It was a hassle to move because the chairs are so packed together. Our...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here for the past three years now, and the food has never failed me. The long wait, however, can be aggrevating because there's not a lot of space to stand around and everytime I just...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The place was recommended so we tried it out. The grilled shrimp and also the mushrooms were good but the paella was incredible. The sangria was excellent and it was obvious they marinade the fruit....
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
( ): The food is really good. The sangria is excellent. This place is very popular. So make sure that you make a reservation beforehand. (-): Iberico is very crowded and very noisy! If you are looking...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is popular and there's a reason: good food and drinks at great prices. Their versions of the standards are yummy: from the patatas bravas to queso de cabra. A standout is the grilled...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To be fair, my review of this restaurant might be slightly biased. I am a fan of food that must be shared with your dining companions- Indian, Sushi and dim sum- so Tapas fits right in. The baked...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
(Hands up)- "Waiter, i have my order"Friend:"Where'd they go""I don't know, are they gonna come back?"friend: "Wait, what did you say?""I said, Are they gonna take our order"Friend: "What""Forget it"...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks! I was tempted to give them 4 stars, because it can get pretty crowded and the waiting time during the weekend can go up to 45 min to an hour! But then, it is not fair to take away a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here about 3 times now in an 8 year period and I've seen the prices increase by about 50% in that time (it's not just inflation). I would give Cafe Iberico 5 stars if they could revert back...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tapas, what a great idea when catching up with friends. Goat cheese was good, definitely try the sausage or baked chicken.
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been sending my guests here for years. Probably hundreds if not thousands of them. I FINALLY made it there myself and what a disappointment!!We arrived on a Friday night which I knew would be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't go here for the food. Let's just say it's not outstanding comida.However, the prices are really great, the atmosphere is exciting, the crowd is diverse, they serve late on weekends, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place gets great reviews. Ive only been here once but the service was horrible and the food was very average. I dont remember anything that I really liked. Thought the paella was pretty nasty.
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Overall, an underwhelming experience. I knew this place would be busy, but when we arrived a bit after 6 on a Thursday, we were sat quickly. The pitcher of sangria was good, but not great. The tomato...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My goodness!! By far, THE BEST tapas spot I have ever tried! I hope I can find something close to this in Northern California!It was pretty busy when we came. We put our name in and sat at the bar and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite tapas place in Chicago. Here's the secret: the busier they are, the worse the food gets. Sometimes, to the point of barely being edible. I do not recommend going at 8PM on Friday or...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe iberico is a great tapas place. The sangria is my favorite! And cheap! The queso de cabre is also one of my favorite choices. This place is really loud during busy times, so don't expect to have...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for lunch and the place was pretty empty. Cafeteria-like atmosphere. Food was okay.
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is my favorite tapas restaurant in the city. The food, the sangria, the atmosphere--all top notch. BUT, never plan an event here unless it's a sit-down dinner. They do not cater for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I really do. In fact, I love it so much that I always want to take out-of-towners here for food and drinks...which is often a bad idea, unfortunately. The thing is, Iberico has...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming to Cafe Iberico for a casual night out that doesn't break the bank. The ambiance is quite noisy so isn't the best for a romantic date. It is best for a night out with friends. A lot...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
IBERICO... what you do to me! I've been a faithful friend for years... most every bday I am yours & as I would have it: you are mine. You shower me with wonderful goodies... decadent yummy food...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here a few times and every time I go I have a good experience. It takes a long time to be seated on weekends but its worth it. Their sangria is good and not to expensive especially if...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I love Tapas. I like to try lots of different stuff and I like to eat too much.But I just don't care for Cafe Iberico.I've been told that it is more authentic than Cafe Babareba. But the only way its...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I ordered the Tortilla Espanola (potato omelet) and the Pulpo a la Pancha (grilled octopus). The Tortilla Espanola was hardly close to the best I've had, but the Pulpo dish was awesome (although...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going there off and on for 7 years now and I have noticed a decline in quality since its expansion. This seems quite common in restaurants; they become successful and then rely on their...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of vegetarian tapas options. We had some spicy potato thing...YUM you have to try it. There is only one vegetarian paella available and its...eh. I've had better paella. Its a fun atmosphere,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went back to Iberico a week ago and something terrible happened ... their patatas bravas tasted terrible! It's not the same anymore! OH GOD, WHY?!The rest of our meal was good though. We had...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I'm a tourist in dire need of something that's not a steakhouse or a pizza joint. A friend who use to live in Chicago recommended this place. I definitely get the appeal... but the portions are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is for party-eating. What is party eating you ask? Get a group together, order some sangria and have at it. This place is loud and jam packed more often than not. This is NOT a date place....
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico kicks everyone else's ass. The food is authentic, inexpensive and oh so tasty. The sangria is delish. I could live on the pan con tomate, ternera asada, ensalada rusa, calamares a la...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is much better than Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba.It's a debate amongst my friends sometimes, but that's my opinion. CafA� Iberico is cheap, very authentic, and consistently delicious. What's not to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Trying to figure out whether to go to Cafe Iberico or Cafe Ba Ba Reeba?! Well...if you want better food, go to Cafe Ba Ba Reeba. This restaurant has about the same prices as Ba Ba Reeba, the service...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico serves the best Spanish tapas in Chicago. The flavors are all authentic and the menu has enough options to keep even the pickiest of eaters happy. Personal favorite menu items include the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My opinion of Cafe Iberico is so incredibly mixed.The hostessing procedure or whatever it is they do needs some work. We could have stood in the front for hours without being acknowledged. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm giving it two stars instead of one because it is fun and you'll have a good time with a group of friends. The reason it doesn't get a good review is because I get horribly, disgustingly sick three...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad at all, decent prices, good service. I guess it doesn't help that I suffered from some sort of food poisoning the entire night afterwards (6 hours afterwards...which means it's probably from...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Disclaimer: The food's actually 4 stars, but due to our horrible experience in other areas I can only give 2 stars.We arrive around 8 pm on a Friday night, not surprisingly there's a 30 min wait due...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on the account of the good reviews. I thought the Sangria was well priced for a pitcher - I think it was $18 - although I thought for as much as we drank they were pretty weak (or maybe I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite restaurant in Chicago. It is the shit. The service is so awesome, the food is so awesome, the sangria is so awesome, and the atmosphere is so awesome. It's just so much fun!! I've...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have an incredible affinity for Spanish food. I try my damndest to have tapas as often as humanly possible without running my friends into the ground. Last week, my family was in town and hadn't yet...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Huge fan of this place. Great for tapas and happy hour. Taking a date here would be great as well. Very open atmosphere. Their alcohol selection is wonderful. The Almejas (clams) is a must! Have a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd rather eat at CafA� Iberico than Ba-ba-reba.
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I used to think this place was the bomb! We went here last week and it is much too noisy and just a cluster f@$*! The host desk was a nightmare. We waited well over our quoted time to be seated in a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Here's where the problem starts; I went to Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba the next night. I had never been to either and was looking to try both. The problem is I didn't like this tapas place as much as the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had dinner here last nightt with my dear mom! I am a huge fan of tapas and have had the best tapas one night in Barcelona, Spain! The tapas here are a close second to the tapas I had during my...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Croquetas, mushrooms, grilled squid, and ROASTED CHICKEN....I had eaten at this establishment exactly one year ago for a birthday celebration and lo and behold I also had a birthday lunch here again.I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a company event, so we ordered a wide smattering of food...let's just say was quite disappointed. Being a spanish place I believe the dish you need to "blow out of the water" is your...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We sat in the bar area on a Saturday night. It was crowded but that's what you're looking for and expect. Most of the people in the bar area were Spanish, which is a good sign. Everything was very...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As far as tapas restaurants in Chicago, Cafe Iberico is one of the best. These dishes are truly authentic and offer a rich selection to chose. From mushrooms, ham, octopus, steak, soups, cheeses, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard about this place for a while! I never did take the initiative to actually go there til last week. We ordered several tapas plus the seafood paella! It was amazzziiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiing!I love...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
tasty tapas; delicious sangria. but be sure to get there early, as it gets packed fast.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went for our "Easter" dinner. I still love the food, but my one complaint is that the tables are too small for the number of plates.This time we ordered dessert--the Spanish tiramisu. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I can only agree with some previous comments: Guys, Tapas ??? Have you ever tried REAL tapas ? Even in London I get much better ones. Patatas bravas - supposed to be crispy, spicy, flavoury - but...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum yummy yum-yum. Everything was delicious, and arrived at our table quickly and frequently. Standouts include a mixed seafood salad, grilled calamari, garlicy mushrooms, paella, lamb, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every time I come to Chicago I visit Cafe Iberico!!!! This place so good. The sangrias are really good. I really enjoy the tapas plates. Their octopus and potato plates are the best. I cant get...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was the first tapas restaurant I've been to and I absolutely loved it. Everytime I visit Chicago it's a must that I eat here. The sangria is delicious. The prices are reasonable. The wait can get...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Cafe Iberico! I lived in Spain and know authentic tapas when I taste it and Iberico is as close at it gets in Chicago. The paella reminds me of my favorite place in Plaza Reial in Barcelona....
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My fiance and I went here after he received a few recommendations from friends. We were both disappointed. Our first tapas experience was cafe babareeba, and this came nowhere near as good. Long wait,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, Iberico.How you've disappointed me.You used to be my number one destination for tapas. I'd recommend you to all my friends/fam and RAVE about you delicious your food is!But, your quality and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going to this place for over 6 years now! I absolutely love it! The queso de cabra is never a disappointment and I have recently fallen in love with the tortilla espaA�ola. Yummy.. The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best tapas bar in chicago! It is always packed on the weekends, and for good reasons. Both the white and red sangrias are awesome. I have never had a dish that I didn't enjoy. Don't go...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what it is about this place that keeps me coming back. The tapas are as hit or miss as their service; the place gets way too crowded for enjoyment and it really isn't as cheap as you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Way too crowded. Would only recommend if you don't enjoy conversations at dinner. Food is pretty good, but you there are other tapas places as good and won't give you a headache from the crowd and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Usually when a restaurant is huge and packed all the time and makes you wait 2.5 hours for a table, I'd guess it was a bloody fantastic restaurant. But nay...The tapas are pretty generic - meaning...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two of my coworkers were lucky enough to find each other and fall in love and get married. And they chose to get married on a fucking cruise ship, and then sail around the Caribbean for like, three...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I'm going to write on this, but I saw all the stars it was receiving and I said what the hell!!! First, this place is so 2000 and the crowd looks as if they were stuck in a time warp....
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you go there try their Sangria. The various tapas are very tasty - excellent for a small snack type meal or for a full meal. The one drawback is the wait. It takes a while to get seated and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We hit up Iberico at non peak hours, 4:30pm on a Tuesday, so there was no wait to be seated. I had never been here before, but it seems like everybody I know and their bff has, so I got some good...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great late night spot. Not for solo dining, couples or better yet, groups only. Expect a long wait to be seated, typically 45min-1hr. However, several bars are always open for drinks while you wait....
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After reading a few Yelp reviews, I decided to try Cafe Iberico and have some tasty Tapas. The restaurant was extremely large and I didn't have any problems getting a table. I was by myself and I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here was AMAZING. The sangria was EVEN MORE AMAZING. The white sangria was ORGASMIC.10 people, at least 10 pitchers of sangria. The McKinley crew doesn't mess around. Multiple cold and hot...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
First off, this place is HUGE!! When you first walk through the door it seems to be a small, quaint tapas joint, but start wandering around a bit and you'll wish you left a trail of popcorn to help...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I. Love. Cafe. Iberico.I was first introduced to this restaurant by my high school Spanish teacher. (Thanks, Senora!) We went here on a field trip, and ate our hearts out. I must admit that I was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG. Love the tapas here. PATATAS BRAVAS,GAMBAS AL AJILLO,PULPO A LA PLANCHA, DELICIOUS!!! Not to mention the red sangria... Mmmmm. I would eat here every night if I could. I always sit at the bar,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I arrived here with some friends on a Saturday night and only had to wait a few minutes before getting a table in the back room. The atmosphere consisted of a packed, energetic crowd with almost...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On my first night in Chicago, about a week ago, me and the girlfriend went to CafA� Iberico. We got there and the place was pretty crowded for a Thursday night. They sat us in the back room and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had a lunch meeting here with two gentlemen I do business with. I must say that it was great to have this as a option for lunch. The interior is really nice and I liked being sat close to the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is my favorite restaurant in Chicago. They serve the tastiest and most reasonably priced Tapas I've ever had. The food comes out very quickly, and the service is always great. I have...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I just didn't think this place was that great. The service was horrible. It took forever for the waiter to take our order. After finally getting our order, we had to take our empty plates and put...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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I've tried a few other tapa places and they never measured up to Iberico's. There food is great and the sangria is soooooooooo good. :-) I can't say I've ever had a bad experience. And there is always a wait...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some great things about this place: Great portions for the price Flavor packed Potent sangria Wide variety to suit your cravings Fantastic wait staff I've been coming here for about six years. Service...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Cafe Iberico, how you've never let me down. Whenever I'm in the area and feel my stomach talking to me I know it's whispering "Ibericoooo.. Ibericoooo" and I listen. It was my first tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for a celebratory dinner. As soon as you walk through the door you FEEL like your in Spain. Ambiance is very festive..Best Best tapas in all of Chicago. Most authentic from what I hear.....
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm sure the other 500 reviews could tell you everything you could possibly need or want to know, BUT I will tell you two things they probably missed (hands down)...1) Cafe Iberico is the closest you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, the most solid tapas place in the downtown area. I have been here at least a half dozen times with all different types of groups in sizes ranging from 2 - 10. This place is a great group...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
475 reviews... you know it is good... When I am taking out of town guest for tours around the loop area, I pick Cafe Iberico for a midday tapas break. It is are great way to avoid all the crazy...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is ok. The food is not good. The desserts on the other hand are great. They have great prices but thats the only thing they have going for them. My biggest complaint about this place is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well I do enjoy their tapas and sangria, my recent experience out with a group a girlfriends has soured me on Iberico. Our server was INCREDIBLY rude and inattentive to our table, a few times we even...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sangria was great. Can't beat $13.95 for a full pitcher. Our waiter was VERY nice and never let our glasses get below 1/2 full and brought us ice to make sure our drinks were "refreshing" 2 times...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I avoid River North like the ex who may or may not have given me the chlamydia. Most of the restaurants there are either full of obnoxious people, or well out of my price range. Well this tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is the best tapas restaurant in Chicago! It can get really crowded, so making a reservation is definitely a good idea. Compared to other tapas restaurants these tapas very good and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was pretty impressed by this restauraunt. I was a little freaked at first, since my friend ordered the first two dishes for us and I'm a super picky eater. Luckilly, she did good. First we got the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok these people know what they are doing. Finally a good tapas place in this city.This place is huge inside, it has 3 rooms where to eat, and big bar area. I don't think you would need to wait a long...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went for the first time a few weeks ago, loved everything!
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't say in words how much I love this place!! Food is always outstanding, sangria is delicious, and I love the flan. I tried a new dessert this weekend for a friends bday it was like a tiramisu...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The horrible service and the disgusting mayo potatoes were the last straws for me and Cafe Iberico. One person at my party of 10 said it well tonight. "it's cheap, but it also tastes cheap."
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Easily the best and most Spanish tapas restaurant in Chicago. I've been here many many times, and it never fails! Try the patatas bravas (spicy potatoes) and the pulpo (grilled octopus). These dishes...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This great location and this price? Not bad at all!Here, food is priced less than many Tapas places in Chicago & suburbs. And it is good! No wonder why it gets packed and you have to wait in line.
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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Queso de cabra is so good we usually order 2 orders for 4 plus. Theres a garlic and olive oil shrimp you must try. The sangria is delicious go for white if you dig a sweeter taste. I prefer the red. The seafod...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Always like Cafe Iberico, good selection of tapas, reasonable price, good red sangria, good dessert, delicious food, couple things that I can complain is the restaurant always too loud, not enough...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went last night and shared a 1/2 pitcher of white sangria $7.95 with my former roommate along with the:PATATAS BRAVAS $5.50 Spicy potatoes with special tomato sauce.PINCHO DE SOLOMILLO $7.50 Beef...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Still loving Cafe Iberico...This time, let's see: 1/2 pitcher red sangria with fruit (yum!)Goat Cheese & toasted bread Spicy PotatoesScallops & RiceShrimp in Olive Oil & Garlic$40Plenty of food, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here last night with an old college friend because we've both being hearing about this place for years now but never actually tried it... We were both highly disappointed - with the food,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have nothing terrible to say about Cafe Iberico, but for some reason did not LOVE the restaurant. I don't know if it is my snobby San Franciscan upbringing (foodie-wise) or if I haven't hit up the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at Iberico probably dozens of times since I moved to Chicago ten years ago. The first time I went, I'd never even heard of tapas. I liked the atmosphere, the drinks, the food, and I still...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's been awhile so the memory is a bit faint, however I distinctly recall loving this place.The food was delicious, of the "I can't stop eating even though I know I should" variety. The sangria was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't been to Cafe Iberico in years, but decided to return after a friend mentioned he'd never been (and a Chicagoan for 20 years!). I was in Mallorca last year and grew up dining at various...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I know that many people swear by Cafe Iberico, but quite honestly, I can't say that I've ever had a great dining experience there. I have eaten at Iberico upon many occasions and with lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is a very nice and inviting tapas restaurant. My wife and I have recently started going there regularly either on Monday or Friday night. I used to dread that place for the longest time...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, we'll call it "my bad" for not having the foresight that a River North restaurant would require some form of reservations for a Friday night...sorry to my threesome date for the grueling hour and...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was a cold Sunday afternoon...the kind where it's tough to get out of bed even for yummy food.But we did.And were glad about it!!Cafe Iberico is a little piece of Spain in Chicago. The main...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Everything was satisfactory, but nothing was outstanding (not even the famous goat cheese). Friendly and mostly attentive service. The sangria was kind of tasteless, but I couldn't put my finger on...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really enjoyed the tapas here , I recommend the Seafood Salad, the Date and Ham and Sea Scallop plates Also highly recommend the Chocolate Flan! The Paella was a bit fishy, I am not a huge fan of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went in a group of 5 and of the ten plates we ordered, all were delectable. This place gets crazy busy so the service is good but not stellar.It seems like you basically can't go wrong with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't go nuts for this place, but I didn't dislike it either.The room we ate in looked like a giant cafeteria. Our server was slow, but I was enjoying my company so it didn't really bother me....
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is apparently no longer a small plates tapas place. My friends and I had a good time there this past week, but we all swore that in the past, prices were lower and portions were smaller....
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you know what to expect, Cafe Iberico is a great place for a casual dinner. Things to expect: reasonably priced, fairly authentic tapas; cheap sangria, and decent service. Things NOT to expect:...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Probably my favorite Tapas in the city. It's a lot more authentic then Ba Ba Reeba. I love the white sangria and the goat cheese and tomato dish. It's always a great place to bring friends for a fun...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
2 freaking degrees... that is not a temperature! Why do people live here in the winter. 70 back home in San Jose.Cafe Iberico may be one reason ... but then againThe place is lively and service is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is the real thing. the food is delicious, the wine is well priced, the noise is what you left home for. beef brochettes w/ carmelized onions and fries are a must. this is a perfect spot for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is my only proof that tapas restaurants don't royally suck. Every dish tasted great, the quantities were great, and the prices were great. There is nothing worse then going out for tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here about a week ago with four other people. With the first two dishes that came out, I exclaimed, "I love this place, this is so good!" Then, with the next 5, I thought, eehhh. It's just ok....
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We went last night for the first time and I can honestly say that I cannot wait to go back! The food was delicious. The server was very nice and very helpful on deciding what tapa to order. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here with friends and coworkers and its always so freakin delicious! The sangria is wonderful and I always leave there so stuffed because I've eaten a million different crazy awesome dishes....
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really though this place was just OK. I think it could possibly be because I went with a large group of 10 people.We were all there at 7:30PM and the hostess told us it would be 20 - 30 minutes,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Meh is all i can say.. the food wasnt terrible but wasnt great either.. And the service was horrendous.. never really saw our server to take our order.. i did like the sangria though.. baba reeba and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've celebrated a few birthdays at Cafe Iberico and have always had a great time. I think it's a great place for groups because they have the space and it gives you an opportunity to try a bunch of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first tapas experience about a year and a half ago... great tapas, but not the best restaurant set up. I felt like the bus boys brushed our shoulders everytime they had to pass because...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico has the atmosphere for conversation and good traditional tapas to go with their tasty sangria. If you're looking for a quiet meal where every dish comes out perfectly timed, this is not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A couple friends and I lucked out that the time we met here for dinner was a day of horrible snow, so it wasn't quite as insanely packed as it normally is.Cafe Iberico is a LIVELY tapas place. Music,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
More Iberico! This is my favorite tapas in the city. The service is nice, atmosphere lively and food and drinks..too yummy.I love translating the Spanish poems on the tiles above the bar while...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico offers good tapas at a reasonable price. I think the food/value proposition is the best here out of all the tapas places I've been to. Don't fill yourself up with the bread basket they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I give Cafe Iberico the Most-Authentic-Tapas-Joint [that-I-have-been-to-thus-far] Award. I love this place!! They've got it all. The cured queso, the aceitunas, the patatas ali-oli, the gambas, the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is my favorite tapas restaurant in the city. I love that it is enormous, because there are plenty of tables so that you don't have to wait very long during the week. On the weekends,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a very adventurous person so this was not really my first choice for dining locations. My co-worker selected Cafe Iberico for our holiday lunch and I had little choice.The service was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is very good and it seems like I am not the only one who thinks so. I went there on a Tuesday night and amazingly there was a small wait (about 10 minutes). As I waited to be sat I went...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went with a group of 8 for lunch on a Tuesday. We were promptly seated and given menus and, the hungry bunch that we were, we excitedly looked through our menus. However, 20 minutes later, nobody...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for lunch a short time ago, and overall I had an experience that seems to not be dissimilar with other reviews.The food was very good; I particularly enjoyed the octopus, potato salad, and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. The food never fails to amaze. Grilled octopus and the cold potato salad are must haves...Bring your drinking stomach as you will likely down a pitcher or two of sangria with...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As others apparently think, the quality of this place has seemed to have diminished in recent months. I'm not going to hold one decent (as opposed to great) experience against them however.I have...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I used to love love this place and must have dinned here more then 10 times, but over the years I have noticed the quality of the food went way down, pretty much after they renovated. Last time I had...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of great tasting tapas! The atmosphere is a bit loud though, but the wait staff is great. The place gets pretty packed during happy hour/dinner hours. Prices are reasonable.
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've dined at Cafe Iberico for nearly 15 years - it's my absolute favorite restaurant in Chicago. Everything on the menu is delicious (well almost everything - I'm convinced that the Crema Catalana is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Do they have a new management or what? This is or was my favorite restaurant.Last week we went there for a little celebration (at 4PM). Place wasn't packed at all. I could count the people sitting...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The most authentic tapas I've found in Chicago. It seems like they have raised their prices recently, but they are still cheaper and better than anyone else.
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It was cold outside and not too busy when we went. The steak and chicken tapas were all great, but the seafood was not properly cooked and not fresh. The mushrooms are a must. The octopus was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go with your homies, grub it up on the amazing tapas and sample the OLIVES (nothing like these, kids, I swear the best I have ever had), goat cheese, potatoes and mussels. It's loud, sure, and always...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The food is delicious and it's surprisingly affordable for tapas! Get the garlic shrimp, spicy potatoes, mushrooms, mussels (its' so delicious to dip you bread in the sauce), and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is THE tapas I have found anywhere near the loop. Second only to People's in Chicago for me. For the price this is by far the highest quality plates you will find. I'm pretty sure everything...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for dinner wine with two girlfriends from college. We were there on a Monday evening at 6pm, so naturally it was very quiet. This means I'm not an accurate judge of the social scene, so...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good, but not great. I'd go back for the sangria which was plentiful and potent. I wasn't super impressed by the tapas though. They were good and very reasonably priced, but I wouldn't go downtown for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was delicious but I'm still not convinced that what they are serving would be considered Spanish. I went with a group of 9 on a friday night and the wait was about an hour. Not too bad...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Who gets this many reviews?Yup, a place that draws the young crowd. Cafe Iberico doesn't just draw them, they pack them in. To quote Liz R's recent review, "Some of the Tapas are better at Emilio's,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good not great Tapas. Lively atmosphere, though feels slightly like you are in a cafeteria. Had dinner here with 3 others. Great place for groups, though may be too loud for a solo date.Sangria was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A group of friends went to cafe iberico after the tree lighting on Michigan Ave - mistake!! The place was packed and the tables were way too close together -- hard to move! They also don't take...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here a while ago with a group of friends. Man it was so packed. The food was good as was the Sangria...but what was super annoying...one female restroom. It was total and utter madness. I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love Cafe Iberico. The jamon, the cheese, the tortilla, and especially those freaking addictive croquettes. People might complain about the wait at the restaurant, so I would suggest that they do...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my new favorite places! Even though we were seated in an area of the restaurant that reminded me of some southern Italian lady's kitchen (the dining room was much brighter on a Friday night...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always have a good time at Cafe Iberico. It's just so much fun! Good food, great, inexpensive Sangria you order by the pitcher, and a fun atmosphere. Some of the Tapas are better at Emilio's, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think I ate everything on the menu and it was all great. I Started with the Croquettes which were awesome, had some sliced meats, the Spicy Potatoes, which are pictured, were phenomenal and then had...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I call this the "$20 Tapas Place"...Every time we go it averages out to $20 a person. We order different things and still... $20, give or take.Tapas are reasonably priced (as is the paella) and the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Restaurants that don't take reservations are just below the American Girl Store on the list of things that chap my ass.I refuse to go to Cafe Iberico during prime hours and wait for a table, but for a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enojy this restaurant. A light meal and some Sangria to go along with it. Just what i needed! The food is great, the Sangria is oh so yummy! Service here could be a little better, but yes this is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the food here is pretty decent and the prices are a little cheaper than most tapas places in chicago. which brings up a weird thing in that all the tapas places in chicago are giant restaurants with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I know there has to be a great tapas place in Chicago but I have yet to find it. This place was extremely crowded on a weekend night but not in a good way because there's no room to stand and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Ibercio has the best sangria by far.. and their food is awesome! The service is unmatched.. they are so quick to bring the food out. Out of all the tapas places in the Chicagoland area, this...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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My favorite Spanish Tapas!! I love it!!! I always hangout there with...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place was just ok for me. I went with two other people so we ordered a decent amount of dishes for lunch, and I wasn't really blown away by any of them. We also ordered White Sangria and it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I know that this place is supposed to be great- but honestly, I just wasn't that amazed by it. I say that if you really want some delicious tapas, you should go to cafe-ba-ba-reeba. Cafe Iberico is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure what this place is trying to scam but the goat cheese is NOT goat cheese. I ordered the marinara with goat cheese and it appeared to be normal until I tried to mix it in with the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really, really liked this place! Some of the highlights--$15 pitchers of Sangria-The oyster special was wonderful-the Potato and Tuna Salad- yumm!- Not kitchy or Disney-fied- it feels like an...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed the sangria and tapas here. My favorite dishes were the mussels, which were plump and fresh, and the creamy garlic potatoes. Admittedly, it's hard to mess those 2 dishes up, but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I live for Spanish food...so I was so disappointed to finally try this place and not enjoy it! We went late, so maybe it's better when crowded, but the atmosphere wasn't the best. Huge place, odd...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A large variety of dishes which were alot larger than one would expect to pay at a tapas place. Good place for seafood. I think it's nicer to be seated on the ground level than in the basement.
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Can't complain about the price they charge. for small dish of squid they charged about $5 or $6, still reasonable, and I think it's a good sale tactic too so the customer can order various of foods....
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have a love-hate relationship with Iberico. I try and try but I can't love this place. It's not bad but it's really not great. It's sooo loud and I think that part of its draw is that it's trendy. I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food: Excellent - still reminiscing, actually!Service: GreatPrice: AWESOMECraving a variety of seafood perfectly seasoned and flavored? Go to Cafe Iberico. Tapas bars are usually overpriced - plates...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriends took me to Cafe Iberico for my birthday and it was the perfect birthday experience. The atmosphere was fun and colorful, the service was attentive and friendly, and the food was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoy tapas a good deal but hadn't been anywhere for them in awhile. Went here for lunch awhile back with some people from work, two of the people had been before and they really dug the place....
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have long been a fan of tapas here and our trip on Wednesday night did not disappoint. I've usually been here over the weekend, and we typically get seated in the basement. If you are planning on...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A theoretical (read fake) average discussion at Cafe Iberico:"I think I'm going to write a four star review of Iberico.""What? I couldn't hear you.""I said, I'm going to write a good review of this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow this place is noisy. Unnecessarily noisy. The interior is very tacky and almost reminds me of a tourist trap you'd see in Mexico. The music I heard ranged from Lou Bega to Backstreet Boys....
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, even better sangria. Gets too crowded on the weekends though.
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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I've been lucky enough to have traveled to Spain multiple times in my life, and one of my favorite things about the country is the wonderful food. Cafe Iberico captures the flavors perfectly; you know you're...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good and affordable. Great for groups but you'll likely end up downstairs. Restaurant is a bit noisy.Go here if you're looking for a downtown location with a nice variety of foods to try. Nothing...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As soon as I step foot off the plane in Chicago, the first place my friends took me to was Cafe Iberico. I still remember the savory food back then, but I was reminded again last weekend. I believe...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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This tapas bar is the closest to Spain I've been since living there. The flavors were perfect and not overdone. My favorite were the gambas al ajillo. The prices are excellent and what they should be for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I know some of my friends won't agree but... I'm not feeling this place as much as baba Reeba. service has been iffy last few times I went. Like, we were getting other peoples tapas and they were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner at Iberico last Friday with some friends, and I have to say that for the first time I didn't love it. We were a bit rushed thru our meal, which is always a big no-no with me. It's lost some...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico has become a personal favorite of mine. Mainly because of one never-fail reason: Cheap sangria. I also work nearby, and that's convenient. This place gets cer-azy busy later on most...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to my share of tapas restaurants but this one by far takes the cake. They have awesome sangria and really good food. Their pallela is fantastic. There can be some wait for a table but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been a loyal CafA� Iberico diner for years now, but after my dining experience last night, I learned a few things I thought I would share.1. While the white sangria isn't as good as red sangria,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Its officially become a cafeteria. They are in the process of expanding yet again! There is a critical mass point all restaurants meet after which the food is no longer good -- Cafe Iberico has...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been coming here for years..........It seems though that Ive had better esperiences when I first started coming here.Mind you I have been to this place about 20 times in my life, no lie!This...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good: - The grilled shrimp in garlic and white wine sauce was amazing. If I go there again I'll probably wind up ordering like 4 plates of just that.- The beef tenderloin skewer was pretty good.- The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I know the prices looked good in comparison to some other tapas places and that, yes, tapas places inflate their prices because they can BUT for the price, I expected a slightly more substantial...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I used to go to Cafe Iberico all the time when I worked on Michigan Ave. Mostly a bunch of work mates would go for the Sangria and order little in the way of food. Since then, Iberico just seems to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing beats Iberico in Chicago for tapas. Tapas are about so much more than little plates of food; its about the ambiance and enjoying food with friends and this place has it.Yes, its crowded,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is outstanding. My favorite tapas bar in Chicago thus far. The patatas alo-oli is to die for. I actually slapped my boyfriend's hand away when he tried to eat some. An argument...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love, love, love! Went with a group of eleven people and service was fantatstic and the food was awesome. I can't wait to go back for a few more pitchers of red/white sangria and yummy food! So...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yep, I am more than a little late to the whole tapas scene. Came here a couple weekends ago when the SOs 'rents were visiting from out of town and I think everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is a lot of people who have commented about this place as dirty, smelly, loud, and practices bad service. They are right but they also have way to high of standards for a REAL tapas restaurant....
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Cafe Iberico has the bustling vibe on Saturday Nights and it seems that Chicagoans round up for a few pitchers of red/white sangrias and then slowly gather their appetites for a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Anyone remember this place "back in the day"? (when they didn't have the whole block) This was my 'go to' place. The food was great, service staff was super friendly, and just damn good time. Now, the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fun atmosphere for a group of friends, great prices, decent food. Unfortunately, the food and drinks were just that - decent. Nothing really stood out to me at all and I thought all the dishes were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
hit this place up after finiding karyn's cooked to be closed. food was good, solid spanish tapas--loved the tomato bread, ham, and manchengo, delicious! the patatas bravas were really good,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We ordered the shrimp, mussels, tortilla, paella, mushrooms, goat cheese, and a pitcher of sangria for a party of 3. It was all very good, but the mussels and paella were most delicious. Beware the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You know, I really was expecting more out of this place. The 300 reviews that Cafe Iberico has on here (most of which are positive) had me walking through the doors with a lot of high standards....
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is always packed in the evenings, and understandably so. The food is quite delciious (except for the weak weak weak sangria) and reasonably priced. However, the management and waitstaff...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Now that Bravo Tapas on Division is closed down, Cafe Iberico is my favorite tapas place in Chicago. They have reasonable prices, a huge selection, and quick service.The queso de cabra (baked goat...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Minus one star for spotty sangria. Some times it's good, some times it's weak. Also, if you come right at lunch, the food tastes a bit more fresh. I personally like the atmosphere at night....
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Sangria is tasty, the food is yummy and the desert is awesome! The best part...your bill is always cheap. Best for big groups to enjoy all the great food. Go with friends and enjoy!...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
"that's not paella"...............what?..."i said that's not paella. there's no crust and it's soupy."....................................oh.... . well i like it. i don't care if it's not paella; i...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is probably the third best Tapas place behind Cafe Babariba and Emilios. However they do have some nice big dishes. Probably better to come here with a large group.
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm joining the cult and writing my first yelp review. Apparently I have nothing better to do.Cafe Iberico is such a Chicago classic. And I completely agree with the review prior to the one I write....
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I hadn't been to Iberico in over 7 years and it hasn't changed one bit (and that's a good thing). The food is authentic Spanish tapas that are delicious and reasonably priced. I think the most...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Best Tapas place I have ever been to! I've been to Tapas places in Las Vegas, Pasadena, and LA and Cafe Iberico's in Chicago has been my favorite. They have a HUGE selection and their Paella is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's a tapas bistro; perfectly formed.GREAT food, large portions, inexpensive, friendly - even transports me to the mediterranean in many ways. Great for a family, or even a romantic date if it's not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The two stars go to Cafe Iberico, because of the so uncosy atomosphere there. Probably i have a too romantic picuture of Spanish Tapa restaurants in my mind, but the one that i definitely do not have,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. It is a true happening city restaurant that attracts every kind of person you can think of--and they all want one thing--SANGRIA!!! There are tons of people trying to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming here with friends and family to eat. We just order different dishes and god knows how many pitchers of sangria. I'm not a big fan of red wine (But that doesn't mean I won't drink it) and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for a bon voyage party for one of my close friends. We started the meal with what else but pitchers of red and white sangria! It was the most perfect sangria I have ever tasted. Smooth...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico is a classic tapas joint downtown. Some of their best dishes:-Tortilla Espanola - sounds a little bland in theory, especially to this carnivore, but it's surprisingly delicious.-Pincho de...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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We eat out A LOT...we know our stuff. And we KNOW Spain. This is NOT "real" Spanish food. What they call "Spanish" is not made with Spanish ingredients...kind of like passing off a "Boca burger" for a real...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Note to you: They don't take reservation times for after 5:00 p.m. and it's packed on Friday & Saturday nights. Get there early!I'm not sure what everyone is all up in arms about with this place.I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am the type of person who leaves when they see a line. It took several tries to get me in here, close to 4, I think. Was it worth it? Eh...The food was good, not wonderful, but solid. The service...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like their patatas bravas mostly- but that's cuz I'll take spicy food any day over anything else. There are other good tapas, and the sangria is good if you are lucky. I've been there when they were...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I eat tapas A LOT. I've been to most of the places the city has to offer and this last visit to Iberico was completely disappointing... I wanted so badly to love my dinner, especially since I brought...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like to have a girls tapas night. We went here once and it was good. Yummy food, delicious sangria. We ordered many many things. And drank several pitchers of sangria between the three of us. And...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
To start with, I wish the rating system would allow you to choose your ratings in half star increments. If it would I could give Cafe Iberico 3.5 stars...The upside:The Tapas was tremendous. Our...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was ok.- Meat was perfect, but my calamari was totally overcooked. The chicken soup was also excellent, but the bread tasted stale. Dessert was great- I ended up having a crepe with ice cream...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is ROJO CALIENTE and I don't mean in the way most would describe Cynthia Nixon's lover ( if you don't know who I am talking about google her). I [ half ] jest! But for real, this place is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so I finally got in to Cafe Iberico, after my horrible experience of solely waiting for a table last time. This time, it was part of my week of culinary indulgence (still on-going), and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
First things first: I will drink anywhere.No, really. Anywhere.So when I checked out Cafe Iberico's reviews and found more than a couple decrying this place's lackluster approach to cleanliness, I was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first time trying Tapas I went to Cafe Iberico. The food was great! I loved the atmosphere which was up beat, it was a bit loud but the food made up for it. I always get the garlic shrimp,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, Yelp, for the first time you let me down!I will start off my review by saying that I have high standards for Tapas joints due to my recent visit to Twist. Oh, Cafe Iberico, you let me down. THE...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I miss this place sooooooo much. I moved from my hometown of Chicago and it has not been the same. No tapas places can compare to Cafe Iberico. I've been here dozens of times and love it each time....
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Me likes Cafe Iberico. Me likes the Patatas Bravas, or Brave Potatoes. Not too spicy but have a little spicy kick in the tomato sauce. Me also likes the Croquetas de Pollo, or Chicken Croquettes....
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was really excited to try this place as I haven't had tapas in awhile and so many of my friends rave about Cafe Iberico. However, none of the food stood out to me and some even disappointed, such...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd give this place a high 3.Pretty good food, sangria, and prices. With the renovations that they've made, it seems that time to be seated and served has improved. I have, however, waited for over 2...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like. I'll be back.I've only been for tapas a couple of times, and this time we came for lunch. I really liked the place. It was casual and open. All kinds of people were eating here, including...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico brings me much happiness. Their Iberico hamon is delicious! But... so is everything else!The service is good and the food is tremendous.
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So my brother the chef comes into town for the week and wants to treat us to food. He wants us to pick a nice restaurant that we've always wanted to try. On him. Well I'm not going to go all out...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Cafe Iberico because it is CHEAP!! If you get any of the dishes that come with fries or rice, it's probably enough for one person. I order the Pincho De Pollo. It's good and only costs $5....
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been to 4, but Iberico is my least favorite tapas in chicago. -First time I went, all my food was mushy.-Second time, there was a flood in the bathroom and I got soaked from my feet to my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico is my second choice for tapas in Chicago. The food is good, but the wait for a table is usually long. I like the food and the environment at Ba-ba-ree-ba better, so for me this place will...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I use to like this place (sangria is pretty good, tapas are just ok) but I was there with a large group and we were all still figuring out the bill and tip when our waitress snatched up the bill...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have had an interesting relationship with Cafe Ibercio for almost 5 years now. Coming from a small town I was very hesitant to try things out of my realm of potato's and...well, that was about it....
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best place to celebrate any special occassion. I've been coming here for years and its always a great experience. I love the food and the price is right. Order your paella right when...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My date was Spanish - so he took me to this place. LOVE the sangria! This is my first time eating Spanish food and he ordered 3 different appetizers. A potato & tuna salad, squid & fries and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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I just started writing reviews. I must disagree with some of the other reviewers. I think the service is good and the food is great. I love to eat in the bar area when possible.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite restaurants, and pretty authentic for tapas fare. There seems to exist an argument among tapas lovers as to whether Iberico or Ba-ba-ree-ba is better, but I choose Iberico.Other...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I visited this restaurant based off of reviews I read on Yelp. You guys were right. This place is fantastic and cheap and flavor filled and fun. My boyfriend and I will definitely be back!
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite restaurant! The prices are excellent and the ambience is great, once you enter the restaurant you cannot help having a great time. There is a wait if you go on a weekend but that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place really wasn't worth the trip. Cafe Ba-ba-reeba is better, and Emilio's off Roosevelt in the burbs is the best! The spicy potatoes were a huge disappointment, and the restaurant just lacked...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had heard a lot about Cafe Iberico so I had pretty high standards coming into dinner here. My expectations weren't really met, but then again, I did just come back from Spain so maybe this is an...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is good, they have a wide variety of tapas available, and really reasonable prices. and their sangria remains the best in town, try their white sangria! people are always going for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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I have never felt compelled to write a restaurant review before, but the horrific service I encountered at this place last Saturday night needs to be shared. We ordered a pitcher of forgettable sangria,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My absolute Favorite place in the city. It is fun, inexpensive, full of energy, food is good.
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Sit at the bar in the North room, towards the east end. You'll see the wonderfully choreographed Sangria pitcher filling. Step 1: Reach for a dirty, used pitcher sitting in a big aluminum sink -...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Granted I came here after a five hour open bar at a Kentucky Derby Party. We waited to be seated for forty five minutes. This was good because it gave me time to shake the spins. It was my first...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on a Saturday night with about 10 people, took FOREVER to get seated....more time for everyone to spend money on drinks at the bar. Why don't they just take reservations?Vegetarian tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times! It's really the atmosphere and sangria, not the food, that keeps this place ridiculously busy every weekend night. It's open late (I think until 1 am) on weekends. You...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would say this is a fun place to go for good eats and drinks. The food is not bad, with few nice dishes to choose from. I am not wowed by them, but they are tasty and paired with a pitcher of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not as good as it used to be. Tapas is good, not stellar, but the service could use some help. We had reservations on a Sunday evening at 5, for 7 people. It was fairly busy but not slammed. We were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
When you walk into Cafe Iberico it oozes energy. Tapas are usually not for the introverts and all the little social meals combine to make one big, fun cacophony (like that word? I used it on my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i am kinda conflicted. it's above average food. large selection of tapas. Not quite the same thing you get in Spain...but not so bad for being in Chicago. very festive...heavy crowd, good...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Cafe BaBaReeba a bunch of times for tapas. I've heard good things so my cousin and I decided to give Cafe Iberico a try. I guess it was the little things that bothered me about this...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this place. I've been here twice, once with a group of friends, and once for a date. The atmosphere is loud, boisterous, fun, and casual. The tapas are pretty tasty--not as good as I had...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, this is not Cafe Ba Ba Reeba. I went over the weekend and was able to get in fast but the food wasn't that great. Firstly they charge per refil of soda. They don't give you more plates. The shrimp...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what the big deal is about this place. It's beyond crowded...elbow to elbow standing up waiting for a table, trying not to spill your drink is not my idea of fun. The food was just so-so....
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food tasted decent and the price wasn't too bad. We got in on a busy Friday night in about 20 minutes. The reason Iberico only received three stars from me was the lack of accessible bathrooms.
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thought this place was going to bankrupt me, given the neighborhood. But we had a party of 8, ordered at least 15 things from the menu, plus several pitchers of sangria (delicious), and our bill...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How can you not like this place, everything about it is perfect. Iberico has some of the best tapas in town for a reasonable price. Sangria's are wonderful, tapas are amazing, you will feel like you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A hidden gem for me. I've never had the experience of going to a Spanish style restaurant. I was definitely satisfied with my experience here. Food was all prepared well and tasted very different than...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sangria, croquetas, pata bravas oh my!! This is my all time favorite tapas place. Where else can you go with a group of 15 eat drink and be merry and only pay $30!! The only downfall is on weekends...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Once when talking about tapas to a friend, he said, "well, we prefer Cafe Iberico to Cafe Babareeba, as they are truly more authentic." And yes, I know that Iberico is a great place, but somehow it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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Memories, light the corner of my mind. The way I remember Cafe Iberico, I...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
1 word: Sangria. Can't wait to get my hands on some more of that delicious sangria. Oh yeah, and there's the food, also tasty. Took my parents here for their first tapas experience, and they loved...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went here was with my sister who lived in Spain for a year. So, any tapas restaurants she likes has to be good. When I walked in I really felt like I was back in Andalusia- very...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here many, many times including the worst date of my life that some of you may have read about. That night the server was actually my saving grace. That being said, I've been back, once...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tapas is the name for a wide variety of appetizers in Spanish cuisine. These appetizers can be either served cold, hot or you can even order various versions of paella for a fuller meal. Some...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a standard Chicago restaurant. Iberico is probably the restaurant I have been to the most in Chi-town. (Or, it is probably a close second to Piece.) Every time I go there, it is crowded....
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Such a fun place, I would go back again and again if I lived in Chicago. It's a great place to go whether you are with one other person or with a whole group. We went on a Tuesday night and got right...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is decent. Not fabulous, but okay. The queso de cabra is tasty, but that's hard to mess up. I also always like the croquetas de pollo. However, I'm giving it four starts for three...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not that this place needs another review... 285, yeep. I came here for dinner a few weeks ago and had a very enjoyable experience. We found parking easy in the neighborhood, but this was a Monday...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have a couple of friends who frequent this place as if they were part owners. I think that they are pretty consistent in regards to food, service tends to be mediocre sometimes. The sangria and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Decent tapas, respectable prices, and big pitchers of sangria. Great place to bring a group of friends and have a little taste of everything on the menu. I've been here a handful of times now and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely delicious every time. Really fresh tasting and great sangria. We love the octopus, the scallops, the goat cheese, the list is endless. The sangria is good as well. The only problem is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty decent. I wouldn't say that anything we ate blew me away, but it was still yummy nonetheless. I know it's supposed to be fabulous, but I'd like to try other tapas places to compare.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so great for tapas. The food is delicious and always perfectly cooked. For hot tapas, the scallops are phenomenal and the chorizo is great. For cold ones, I love the olives here. But...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I do love this place for tapas, but I may have to have a trial separation and find a new place.Ever since they expanded, the quality of the food has gone down. I mean they still have a good tuna and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
we are so glad they banned smoking in restaurants. We have going here for over 10 years now and our only complaint was the smoke. This place becomes a true United Nations, i think every nationality is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There food here is awesome, everything I have ever eaten here I love. The sangria is good, and there are different types. You can not make reservations so be prepared for a wait on the weekend. It...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been going to this tapas place for a long while so I just keep coming back. Their sangria is ok. I actually prefer the white sangria over the red here. I always order clams (however, I think it was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've always felt Cafe Iberico has been pretty consistent. I definitely prefer Cafe Iberico over Cafe Babareeba. I went here on Tuesday - no wait, very attentive service, great food.A few dishes I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
For the love of God, please provide serving spoons!I have been to Cafe Ibericho several times, most recently just this past Saturday. I've never been a huge fan of this restaurant, but it's a great...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I guess I'll go four stars, even though I'm not sure it deserves it or if I was just hungry. I'd been here years ago, but was scared of waiting in a tremendously long line, so didn't go back until...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good food, great sangria, and despite the waitress snubbing me, quick service. Try it.
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food here defines AVERAGE.Went here with no expectations, so Cafe Iberico had all the chance to impress me but they chose not to. According to Wiki:"In mathematics, an average, or central tendency of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is kind of hit or miss. I had a few dishes that were good but also a few that weren't. The sangria is pretty good. I actually like Cafe Babareeba better. This place gets way too crowded...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I suffer from this problem of my eyes being hungrier than my stomach. Hence why I am typically full when leaving this place. I always think Tapas = little and order twice as much food. I come here...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for the first time last week for a going-away party and was surprised at how quickly we were seated even though it was Friday night (no reservations then), peak dinner time, and our party...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i liked the scal......OONZ OONZ OONZHuh? What was that?OONZ OONZ OONZI said...I LIKED THE SCALLOPS!!!Yep, the music was loud and the scallops were good, but the rest of our food was mediocre at best,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent foods. Service is decent. However, the number of items is not as vast as some other tapas joints. Waits can be long, but that's because this is one of the few good tapas bar in River...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I visited Cafe Iberico for a work function. It was fantastic! The food was excellent, it was a lot of fun and the sangria went down like pretty, sweet, tasty water. We did have to wait for a long...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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I went here with a date and we had to wait for almost an hour to be seated. We try to seat where they sat us but it was too crowded that I kept on bumping my elbow with the person behind me. I would go again...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first experience at Cafe Iberico was a work function and even though I disliked most of the people I was with, I loved the food and I was hooked. I don't come here very often, mostly because I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You know how people talk about having that kind of friend that they can go without seeing for months or years, and when they meet up again it's like no time has passed? Maybe there's a different...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Aside from a Perkins that was embarrassingly a high school hangout, I've probably been to Cafe Iberico more than any other restaurant. And especially in the beginning, it was sort of a magical place:...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend's sister was in town, so the occasion was to meet her sister. We were a group of 9. We ordered something like 9, 10, or 11 plates. 2 pitchers of sangria, and 3 desserts. The tapas were...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great inexpensive restaurant with a variety of options and this place gets packed (so get there early).We ordered the half carafe of red sangria, San Miguel beer, assorted meats/cheese plate with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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Come and try the queso de cabra (goat cheese) and the tortilla espanola (egg...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it!Really good tapas and the seafood in all of the ones I tried tasted fresh and pretty good. The seafood paella was HUGE! I thought it was gonna be smaller. Had the red sangria which was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is arguably one of the best tapas places in Chicago, and in the many times I've been there I've never had a bad meal. It's often packed with people, owing to its reputation for great food, but...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best Spanish food I've ever had! I love the 'croquetas de pollo' (creamy ham puffs--trust me, try it) and the garlic potato salad. The olives are to die for and I am always pleased with the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The thing that beats me is how such a sub-standard tapas bar in such a great neighborhood can get such rave reviews . Stepping in after work on a Fri night, we thought we lucked out when we jostled...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is probably my favorite restaurant in Chicago. I'd say it's the closest to Spain that you get. The food is great (and cheap too!) and I absolutely LOVE the Sangria. It's typical for a 3...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I keep coming back again and again!Cafe Iberico is one of the best places to eat in Chicago. This may be the only good, reasonably priced restaurant in River North/Gold Coast., and its far enough...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I keep coming back to Cafe Iberico. The service is always attentive and it can get rowdy at times especially around 8pm but the food and service keeps me coming back.I'm pretty amazed at the fairly...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite tapas restaurants in Chi-town. Favorites of mine include the ensalada rusa, the caldo gallego, tortilla espanola, patatas alioli, patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo and the chorizo &...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great place for tapas if you are ready for the wait. The prices are incredibly reasonable, and that is no secret based upon the number of people eating and waiting to eat. The noise level was a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Easily the most authentic tapas in Chicago. Everything was reminiscent of Spain, from the patatas alioli (so garlicky that it burned!!) to the tasty paella that brought us back to the cheap caf...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food = so good I am craving it now. (and I just ate 15 lbs of cheese fries) Location = whatever. parking is kinda crappy, but at least its not in Lincoln Park. Seating = makes me want to die. I dont...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't been here in a few years, but Cafe Iberico is the first ever tapas restaurant I have been to in Chicago and also the best. I looooooove their goat cheese, you can't visit without getting at...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico needs no review as it's been around for ages, but as one of my Chicago favorites, I just had to put my mark on.If you live in the suburbs, don't even bother on weekends...that's when it turns...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have never had tapas before. I now want to have tapas again.Sangria was very good. Fruity enough to not be drinking straight wine, but dry enough to not be drinking a juice box.My companion said...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2007
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Love this place and love to bring guests here! The best deal is the paella, but there are too many good dishes to name! You'll end up trying all of them eventually, especially if you go with large groups of...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was introduced to Tapas at Cafe Iberico. The food is great, service is superb, but the wait is horrendous. I guess everybody else likes this place a little too much. If you want to check this...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the places I take out-of-town guests for the food, lively atmosphere, delicious sangria and reasonable prices. I've tried tapas at quite a few other places in the city but nothing...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico is just great for a group of friends or trying to introduce new foods to people that are usually afraid of them. Because you can order "little" plates and share it's easy to get a ton of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best tapas in Chicago! High quality food at VERY reasonable prices. Pitchers of sangria are also a bargain compared to other tapas restaurants in the city. Consistently an enjoyable dining experience!
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
iberico's makes my top 3 chicago restaurants that i miss terribly. i just about get misty-eyed and heart achey when i think about this joint. maybe this is why i held off so long on the review ......
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
No thanks. Nothing about this place makes me think about going back. The seafood paella was dry and didn't taste like much, the tapas was boring and standard. Service was just ok, drinks were just ok....
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is delicious-- I think I've tried almost everything (except shellfish) on the menu, and have not been disappointed once. The sangria is good too. My only complaint is the atmosphere-- I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place blows. Their valet always parks cars in the middle of LaSalle, so when I'm driving home from work it creates a real logjam. If people would stop patronizing this dump, maybe I'd get home 20...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for my birthday on a Tuesday so it wasn't too crowded. The Sangra was excellent--the best I have ever had. The best dish by far was the potato/chicken puff followed a close second by the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It doesn't surprise me when I see the huge amount of Reviews for this gem of a place.The service, SMELL atomosphere and Food are excellent.For 50.00 you can drink Sangria, eat till you burst have a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my absolute favorite restaurants in the city, and hands down, it's my top pick for tapas. The food and drinks are awesome, and the prices are incredibly reasonable. At one time or...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
having lived in Spain for a year I'm always craving good tapas and sangria to remind me of those awesome restaurants in Barcelona that I would frequent while studying abroad there....Cafe Iberico is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hey, I love tappas.Iberico was my first experince with tappas & I fell in love with the baked goat cheese covered in tomato basil sauce. Also they used to serve an amazing white chocolate/dark...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably my favorite restaurant. The food is always hot and delicious. And you can't beat the prices and portions. The sangria is authentic and again... you can't beat the price. A great place to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico is my favorite place to take out of town visitors.It's somewhat unusual fare (mom: "we're going to a topless bar??") but not so exotic that people are afraid to eat it. The atmosphere at...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE. In college, I used to go here CONSTANTLY. Maybe I like it so much because I always got bombed on Sangria during the hour wait for a table. While I find the food to be just okay at times, I love...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant is loud. I love it, but the wait is almost to a hour or later at times. It's so packed! This is a Spanish tapas restaurant with Spanish MTV around the different rooms. It has a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is the best tapas place i've ever eaten at in the states. first, the sangria is so awesome, i can barely stand it. you'll forget how long you've been waiting for a seat with a glass of the red in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I celebrated my birthday this weekend with my first visit to Cafe Iberico...the experience was so hectic that it stressed me out. The place was overflowing with people; therefore, I wasn't too...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
All these "popular" tapas places (like ba-ba-reeba) taste the same to me, I think they all get their frozen food from the same vendor and they don't even try to add something different. I definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2007
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The bar area was way too crowded, sangaria tasted too sweet but the food was pretty good overall. The chicks in that place were phenomenal. I'd Give Baba Reeba the nod over this place --BlindyJarvis
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is awesome in so many ways. First, the bartenders have become more of my friends than anything. Unfortunately, some of my favorites have left, but I think Julio is still there! He is the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place! Very difficult to get in the door and hear anything on the weekends (sat at the bar to eat with boyfriend on a saturday night)..but on a weeknight, its open late, its cheap, its a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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My favorite restaurant in chicago! Amazing food for a steal! The ambiance is great, the Sangria is to die for, the staff recognizes you, and there is always prompt seating due to its size! A must go place if...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was *really* surprised by this place. For a tapas restaurant it is a little less fancy than the other places I've been, but the service was excellent and the best part was the food. Seriously, they...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I had to limit myself to one tapas entree (but multiple orders), it would be their patatas ali-oli. Iberico's version is my gold standard.
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It sounds like Iberico is a biatch to get in on the weekends, so we tried Wednesday night. Called for a reservation, got in with no problem. One of the people in our group speaks fluent Spanish, so...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love this place, mainly for the white and red wine sangria! this place is affordable and is great to go to with large groups. the tapas arent the best ive had...they are good, but not fantasticly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming here with a group of friends. With its big spaces, substantial tiled tables, and loud crowded ambiance, it reminds me a bit of a German beer hall. But I like it; it lends a friendly,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Killah tapas joint. I came here all by my lonesome, but I sure didn't feel that way. The staff is friendly and welcoming, the food was delicious, and the drinks are nice and stiff. Try the crab cakes...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
T otallyA wesomeP aellaA ndS angriaI love tapas and sangria! A dozen small plates, pitchers of sangria and a perfect setting for large groups. With tapas, you get variety and even if you don't like...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good, the atmosphere chaotic. I went with a friend for dinner on a Friday night and we had a couple of pitchers of sangria (tasty, tangy) and a few Spanish dishes to share. Overall, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tapas and sangria at a fair price = merry making for all!We went during a Monday with what was originally ~15 person party. Little did we know that (being part of an orientation week at school) that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ever seen sangria mixed in large garbage bin-sized vats? They sure make a lot of it here. The place is a bit loud and crowded at times but serves relatively inexpensive good food. I think a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is great, it's cheap, it's good, and most of all lively! The atmosphere is a bit hectic, but it's definitely fun. The service is fast and the music is upbeat. I love the grilled squid...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One word - "Impressive".When I walked in, I was surprised to see nicely decorated interior, huge seating areas and long extending bar! This place looks very upscale while my friend and I felt a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here too many times over the past 5 years. I first found out about the place when trying to find a place to take my friend out for her birthday. The tapas were good, prices were good and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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I came to this restaurant while vacationing in Chicago based on recommendations from friends who had lived in the city previously. I was pleasantly surprised to find that it was probably the most authentic...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You can't ask anyone in Chicago what the best place for tapas is in the city without hearing Iberico so I couldn't wait to try the place. Despite being *extremely* crowded we were seated in only...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Eh. It's just not that good. Gloppy sauces, sangria mixed in garbage cans. Fine in a pinch but the food is just not "clean" enough.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to like this place because one of the guys I was going with raved about it, but the food was bland and mostly over cooked. Definitely NOT the best tapas I have had in the city from a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place.The food is great and you seem to walk into a vortex where the laws of mathematics and economics are completely irrelevant because no matter how much I've ever eaten or drunk here, and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you want authentic tapas, this is the place... the only place in Chicago. The decor reflects the background of the owners. They are from Galicia, a region in northern Spain. However, the menu...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best deal for sangria I've found. Large pitcher (not filled with ice) for only $13. Fills six glasses. Tapas are also good, and they have weekly specials so you can always try new ones each time...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE TAPAS! That being said you don't have to do much at a tapas restaurant to get me excited! But Cafe Iberico topped them all! We went on a Friday night so we had a little bit of a wait. We went...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Barcelona and Madrid. Coming back from that trip...I've been asked on what food did I crave the most. Growing up with the many different cuisnes that Chicago has to offer-It's always been...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I always have such a great time at this restaurant. The tapas are fantastic and the sangria is absolutely fabulous. While I wish they allowed people to make reservations, they do let people eat at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Decent Tapas. Nothing to impressive compared to what we have in CA. The Monticello Rioja gets a 5/10. I would try somewhere else before coming back.
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love love love Cafe Iberico. In my opinion, this is the BEST place to go for tapas in the city. My best friend studied in Barcelona for a year and people in Spain had actually heard of this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Awesome tapas, all the way around. This was the first place I had tried octopus that hadn't been fried to within an inch of its life (that was good too, but expanding my horizons...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After Earwax Cafe, this was one of the first places I ate in the city of Chicago, years ago as a poor college student visiting from Nebraska. My two girlfriends and I who had traveled to the area...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it since it was half (or less) the current size. Great place for groups because everyone can find something they love. Excellent food quality.
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
amazing. my favorite parts1. only 12.95 for a pitcher of sangria and its not watered down with ice2. the octopus was excellent3. great service, friendly waiter, helped us pick out what was good4....
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best tapas in Chicago! So affordable ($12.95 Sangria), and the tapas are excellent. Octopus sounds weird, but get it.. it's great. The things I ordered off the Weekly specials menu were all incredible...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here twice, didn't like it much either time. The sangria is only ok, and the food, not so much either. Most of the tapas were bland, and our seafood paella was dry and somewhat...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is pretty good for the prices they offer them at. This place serves tapas.. just so nobody is confused. That means small dishes to share with your table. The only thing I don't like is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Just to add to the 100's of reviews, not that anyone will read the 133rd review, BUT- this place is great if you've got a loud voice and don't mind eating second-rate food. The sangria is the ONLY...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
1st Time: Good food, and the price is great!BUt NOOOOO free refills on pop :(Service was fast w/ regards to the food, but our waiter was not so great, he didnt even speak!2nd Time: Food was even more...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best tapas in the city, no question. Service is hit or miss, and you're just inviting a bad experience to slap you in the face if you go during the weekend after 6. But the food. THE FOOD! Patatas...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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I enjoy the food. I love their food. The only thing I don't like is that they serve french fries with some of their meals, I didn't came to a Spaniard restaurant to eat french fries!!! I've been here very...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars - I want to round up but I can't. I just can't.Sangria alone cannot carry four stars.... even with the amount I drank that night!Anyone who is giving this place 5-stars for the food REALLY...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good food for cheap. Having just returned from Spain I'll have to return and do a little taste comparison while consuming a bit of Sangria.The place is big and the service is fast and courteous. A...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my absolute favorite restaurants in Chicago. Sure it's touristy and loud and has ridiculous waits on any given night. But I can't recall a single time that I've gone to Cafe Iberico and not...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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Team Splashi went last night for small plates/tapas adventure to the Spanish restaurant. Right when you enter this establishment, smoke from the bar will great you, so if you are like us( we don't smoke and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fun place for a dinner and sangria. One of the first things my friend and I noticed at Cafe Iberico was the cheerful, loud and boisterous ambiance. Your neighbor's happiness is bound to rub off on you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All ages, all creeds, all colors, all are welcome - just check your bad attitude at the door and drown it out with a pitcher of sangria (red). If you have or want to travel to Europe and want know...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Cafe Iberico. The goat cheese in tomato sauce is delish, and their sangria is the yardstick by which I measure all other sangrias. I have loved everything I've had here (well...the blood...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yum! So authentic, cheap and delicious. The space is huge and I have always had luck finding seating, no matter how large the group. The sangria is obviously a must. a little disturbing to see how it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is one of those great restaurants where you are always guaranteed good food and lingering conversations with friends. I have been here more times than I could count and have never been...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
California may be wonderful for a good many things- but from the South Bay to the Mission to the Haight to all of those wanna be tapas places-- they have all, in one way or another, made me sigh with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Memories, light the corner of my mind. The way I remember Cafe Iberico, I'm hunched in the middle of mi amigos with tapas up and down the table in both directions. Some plates were in danger of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is crazy busy yo! I went on a Thursday night at around 8:30 and our wait was about an hour and a half though we were told fourty-five minutes. We went to ask when we were going to be seated...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm somewhat confused as to why this place is always so crazy busy. It must be the insanely cheap prices. A pitcher of sangria (the best I'ver ever had apart from a friend's mom) is only $12. Other...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on a not-so-great date so that may have clouded some of my opinions and it did not live up to his opinion of it. The guy picked all the dishes so they may not have been what I normally...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a work party, and I'm not sure exactly what I was expecting, but I was a little disappointed. The food was good, I just wish we had known what we were eating (everything was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Tapas Restaurant. We went on a Friday night and it was really packed. So packed that it was hard to even walk in the restaurant. They have a full service bar so many people were at the bar...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best Tapas in Chicago! GREAT Sangria too. Get there a little early so you don't have to wait long for a table.
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
People really make this place seem so great when really there's better restaurants out there. The really good thing that I liked a lot was the White Sangria. There is no way that you can get 4 tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok I know everyone is different and all, blah blah blah but please trust me on this restaurant, don't knock it till you try it! This is a great place to go before hitting the clubs or on second...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Crowded. Too crowded, actually. It was hard to apreciate everything, when service would take forever. My friend and I ordered A LOT, but it was so annoying how it'd come one by one, with maybe...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic!! I went there two nights ago with a group of 5 people. We had no trouble snagging a table - I only wish it had been bigger to hold all the food. We ordered a total of 9 tapas (actually we...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Loud, fun, a total zoo. You sit at these long tables with whoever you happen to get placed next to. Food is good but nothing to write home about. But it's just a festive place to go. Good for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the exception to my dislike of loud, crowded restaurants. Here, it's just part of the experience. Face it, you WILL wait. A long time. You might want to have a snack before you head down...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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There are too many good places to eat in Chicago to put up with the unbelievably poor service that you will receive at this restaurant. Reservations seem to be an enormous problem for the management of Iberico...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is probably my favorite place to eat. I come here at least every other week. Think I'm a little obsessed. Everything on the menu is awesomtastic, and since it's a tapas restaurant, you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUMMY!!!I would move to Chicago just because of this place! The waiter was amazing - very attentive, friendly, humorous. I wish I could remember his name. They stay open until like, 1, which is a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ignore what people are saying about getting to the tapas bar early. Tapas (small plates) are usually eaten late to begin with - lunch (2-5 pm) or dinner (9pm -12am) and over a long period of time with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't listen to the warnings and went on a Saturday night. The hostess said the wait was an hour - and then an hour later, it would be 20 more minutes - and then 20 minutes later...(you get the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to fall in love with this place, but it did not live up to its hype. $ wise, and variety-wise, it's def. worth it (its menu is literally like a chinese menu with pictures), but...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming to this place. It never disappoints. We always start off with the grilled mushroom, the goat cheese, along with a few other dishes and then wrap it up with the scalloped paella. Both...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for the first time today for lunch. it was'nt realy crowded but they did seem a bit understaffed still. i had very high expectations of this place and i was sort of disappointed. We ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was a bit bummed with the tapas here. There wasn't anything that really wowed me. The most delicious dish I had was the stuff quail. The rice they served with it was tasty. The chicken and beef...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
what can I say.........I have been to ba ba reeba, so I cannot rate cafe iberico as highly. I would be lying if I said iberico even comes close.I went to iberico last night. It had been YEARS since...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico is my favorite tapas restaurant in Chicago. I enjoy the dishes much more than Cafe Ba Ba Reeba. This place is always busy and full of noise, which I like. They take reservations for more...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Do fries go with that beef?I had a lunch date on Saturday at Cafe Iberico and I'm kind of fence sitting on it. I admittedly like the tapas at People in Wicker Park much better, but Iberico's Sangria...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Thought it had wonderful Tapas at a great price. But, it does get VERY crowded and noisy; and, you DO have to come early (by 6pm), or plan on LONG wait.
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place feels a bit like a family friendly Spanish restaurant.And it's in the Gold Coast.Both of which would make you think it should suck.But the food is pretty good and very fairly priced.Cant...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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Ever since visiting Granada, Spain (said to be the birthplace of tapas) in 2004 I'm always on the hunt for a good tapas place. Unfortunately this place is not. I was looking forward to eating this place...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Service has picked up again. Thank god. Over the past few years, everytime I took somebody there, the servers would be uncordinated with the front staff and the kitchen. It got to the point where I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
According to an entry on dictionary.com, a cafe (noun) is "a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold." So of course I was expecting a small little tapas restaurant. I was actually shocked...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I am not a Cafe Iberico fan at all. On my one trip here I can't remember anything that my group actually enjoyed besides the Sangria. The paella was runny, the croquettas seemed to have mayo in them...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I use to love this place great food and sangria for super cheap, but the food isn't the same! 3 years ago I had my b-day dinner there and there was ant's crawling outta of every corner everywhere. We...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good food, even better prices. The pincho de solomillo is really really good, as well as the pincho de pollo-which is basically like a kabob. The desserts are pretty good as well, as basic as it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
first off, this is largest cafe in the history of cafes. It's large, loud & packed. the large comes from the labyrinth of rooms this place has. loud comes from the MTV tres that's blaring out of the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After all the hype that I've heard over Iberico, I have to say that I was more than a little disappointed when I went Saturday night. The place was packed to the gills, but our wait was less than...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went on a Monday night at 7pm there was no wait, however the dining room was packed. My server was extremely attentive and I couldn't believe how fast my food arrived. The $3 glass of sangria was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh. I have to say that I was a tad disappointed with Cafe Iberico. I had heard a lot about it and while it wasn't a bad experience, it really didn't live up to the hype. The drinks were okay, and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is an ol' standby if you would like to enjoy some tapas. Although I am partial to Cafe Ba Ba Reeba, I do enjoy making it to Iberico every once in a while. I ate here with my father and a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There were a TON of people in this restaurant - we thought it would be an hour plus wait. Luckily we got there early and were seated within a half hour. Later when we finished our meal and were on...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of hype, but the place delivers. Pitches of sangria straight from the trash can are a respectable $12.95. There are a lot of tapas to keep you busy for around $5 a pop. While I can't say the food...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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I have lived here for two years and only heard great things about this 'restaurant' so I was happy to try it. But then sadly dissapointed. The food was awful! I ordered squid and they mixed it with french...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend Evan kept on telling me that this place had the best tapas in Chicago ... I went there with high expecations and my experience was disappointing... the service was horrible and the tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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..the "McDonalds" of tapas restaurants.. but that's actually a good thing, has very standard menu fare, VERY reasonably priced, and the atmosphere is bright and festive. Great to take a bunch of people and...
menupages.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here once at 10pm on a weds night, still had to wait couple minutes for a table. It's that popular. The paella and tapas are authentic and good. May not be the best tapas place, but the low...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
DELISH!Very comparable to genuine Spanish tapas. Try everything, drink lots of sangria, enjoy the cafe-like decor, and hang out there for a few hours.Love it!The only shitty thing is if you and your...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has excellent food for a very low price. Last time I was there I ordered three tapas with my friend and a pitcher of sangria. The tapas were large compared to some other places I've been...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pound for pound the best restaurant in Chicago. High quality food that tastes exactly the same each time you go-impeccable consistency. Once you get seated, great service. Tasty, boozy drinks. Great...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite TAPAS place! Love the staff and great service! Love the FOOD! Mussells, Shrimp, Calamari, Goat Cheese, Soups, Salads, & Steaks! SANGRIAS and Great Crowd! Love the Latin Music Videos! Great...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To start you gotta get a pitcher of the Sangria, Red or White, doesn't matter. I prefer the White but either is good.My Favorites:- Gambas Al Ajillo (Shrimp in Garlic sauce)- Pulpo a la Plancha...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would have liked to give 3 1/2 (Yelp! Can we get at .5 star option?) but didn't feel I could quite do a 4.For Cafe Iberico I'll say this:Food was decentService was decentSelection was decentBut the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Holy cow this place is crowded. And for good reason. The food is awesome, wine selection always has you trying new things, and a great value. But it's so insanely packed all the time. They really...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite restaurant in Chicago. I've been to several Spanish tapas places and this one is the most authentic and has the best food. Get the chicken croquettes and the chorizo/morcilla....
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is an excellent spot for a late night meal, or a mid-afternoon snack when out and about in this area. Iberico has great food, which is more often than not well-seasoned and prepared well. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best tapas in Chicago and the value is tremendous. I went here recently with 3 friends and after food & drinks, the bill was just $40. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but I recommend...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place to take a large group during the week. Avoid this place on Friday and Saturday, unless you don't mind the hour plus wait. The wait isn't too bad if you like to drink and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico sets the standard for Tapas in America.Their sangria is the best in the world.Be prepared to wait for it--they don't take reservations for groups under 6 or 8.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure why but I think this is the best tapas in the city. Good sized portions, fantastic quality and decent prices. Once we had a group of over 20 girls eat dinner here which is usually a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I honestly don't remember this place too well, so that bodes poorly for it.The tapas were fairly average (think Cafe Tu Tu Tango) and the prices were above average (go figure).If you're in the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I try to eat here once a month. I've only tried Iberico, Emilio's, and Baba Reeba, and this is my fave. Iberico is the cheapest out of the 3 with the largest portions. We usually spend ~$20/pp....
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Well the food here is pretty good... from tapas to deserts. The service we got from the waitress though was lackluster to say the least. I'd give it another shot though, and it seems like it's a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Probably one of my least favorite tapas places. The food is hit or miss, a few things are really good, some just OK, but they do have good sized portions. The atmosphere leaves a lot to be desired...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Friday night 1 friend 1 pitcher or sangria 4 delicious tapas dessert low price = a very happy girl with a full belly.
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
There wasn't anything bad about this place - just not anything good to make me recommend it. Yes, the food was cheap, but you definitely get what you pay for. One "Spanish sausage" dish could easily...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant is a hidden treasure. If you don't know it's there, you won't know it's there. The food is absolutely delicious. I have tried many dishes (paella, garlic shrimp, salmon, crab cakes,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food is authentic, there's plenty of choice and it's cheap - what more could you ask? The white wine sangria's a great choice and the desserts are also delicious. While the paellas are good,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As far as tapas restaurants go, this is the most authentic I've found in Chicago..and I've been to most of them. The patatas bravas and other items are almost identical to those I've had in Spain. And...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. The menu has a smaller selection than the other tapas restaurants in the city, but it has never bothered me since everything is so tasty. And its the cheapest tapas place ive visited...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
SO many people raved about this place. My friends, my mom's spanish friend, the yelpers here...so I was really expecting something impressive. Unfortunately, expectations were not met. The atmosphere...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like that Iberico is open late - and it used to be more authentic (like in the 90's - when it was 1/3 of the size, before the expansion) - but alas, it's still has some good tapas: Salpicon de...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not that Cafe Iberico needs another review, but I can't not add my voice to the chorus of ovations. I love Cafe Iberico the way I love my left leg. Sure I could get along if I didn't have it, but...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico is one of my favorite restaurants. The tapas are so yummy and inexpensive and the sangrias are always a delight. Only problem is that they are so popular that's it's alway crowded on weekends....
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with my parents and sister when I was home for Christmas. When we first walked in I have to say that I wasn't too impressed. I don't know what it is, but I don't really like the atmosphere...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is my favorite place for Spanish tapas in Chicago. They have the perfect combination of food, price and atmosphere. I think it is shameful that other tapas restaurants charge sometimes...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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I am a frequent visitor of Cafe Iberico - it's a wonderful place to get together with a big group of co-workers or friends for some very tasty (though not mind-blowing) tapas and excellent (almost...
menupages.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Slight bias. I live 3 blocks away, so I have a convenience bias. The food is great, especially for the price ($20). I enjoy the hot tapas, including salmon and potatoes. I may wait 30 min for the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This places deserves more than 4 stars! I think this is the best place to go for tapas. Their sangria and Long Island are so good! Staff members are very friendly and patient, and I thought the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2006
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This is a place to have fun drinking and eating in festive atmoshpere. As the other reviewers mentioned, the place is pretty noizy and loud, so wouldn't recommend for quiet dinner or romantic date. This place...
menupages.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy cow Cafe Iberico has the best sangria I have ever had. If you got a big group yes you have to wait but it's totally worth it. We got there on a busy Saturday night and only had to wait a few...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For tapas, I prefer La Tasca. For environment, Cafe Iberico is good and fine. Pitchers of sangria are slightly watered-down; imported Spanish meats and seafoods don't taste fresh, though the check...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Everybody loves this place, but I'm not super impressed. For starters, there was a reservation for a large group. It took them almost an hour to seat us. AN HOUR. And it's god awful loud in there....
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a bright idea.: walk around starting from the theatre district randomly until I found a Tapas bar. Would've been a brighter idea had this not been a date. Somehow managed to not find one for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I do know that if you stop by this place during the weekend when everyone is out and about than you are certainly bound to wait for a very long time. Its because the food is so good and so are their...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2006
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It's always a crazy scene at Iberico, but once you get down to drinking and eating, it's great. The tapas isn't the best I've ever tasted, but it's cheap and bigger portions than I've seen anywhere. And the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tapas here was really good. Got to numerous plates, as I was with a huge group. I don't remember what I tried for the most part (damn those flowing pitchers of sangria!), but our group ordered a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoy this place. It'd get 5 stars but it's always so darn busy. When I'm hungry I hate waiting, but this place is worth the wait.It's busy, it's loud, it's chaotic - but in a good way.You...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Premise: I have been a vegetarian for 15 years. I have visited countless restaurants across the country, even made it through Poland and Prague without ingesting meat. When I previewed Iberico's menu,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wonderful tapas. I loved the bacon wrapped dates and potato salad. The goat cheese in the tomato sauce as a little too much sauce for my taste but it was stil good. The sangria was very tasty too! I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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I cannot tell you how wonderful the sangrias are. The white sangria is especially dear to my heart. Pretty loud and crowded most of the time. Not the place to go for a quiet evening out. Great tapas!!! Try the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Technically I give this place a 3.5. Great food, but the ambience is like a cafeteria (at least in the north room) and the service is lacking, also a bit crowded.
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've lived in New York, Los Angeles, Denver, Dallas, Miami, Chicago, and San Francisco and Cafe Iberico is still HANDS DOWN my favorite tapas restaurant in the U.S. Whenever I'm back in Chicago, this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is the most authentic tapas restaurant in town (at least in comparison to the ones I've tried and I've been to many of them). Besides the delicious food they have some yummy sangria and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The microphone was so loud when they were calling people's names to be seated, I thought the hostess was going to blow out my eardrum. That aside, the bustling cafe atmosphere and cheesy music videos...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good tapas.. not the best in the city but really good and if you go there when it's crowded (pretty much any day of the week) and sit in the bar it's pretty realistic of what a tapas stand/restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2006
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Our waitress was really friendly, but forgot to offer us waters at the beginning. The food and sangria were great. It was noisy and hard to have a conversation at our table. The music was loud. Overall the...
menupages.com - user review - 10/17/2006
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This place was a great deal for the price. I was able to try a variety of items and didn't spend a lot. I did feel like they were limited in somethings for example they had a few different kinds of potatoes...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great Place to take people for the first time! The Sangria is great and the Tapas are cheap and great!
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So good, but so hard to get into. I loved this place the one time I went there, but I have never had the patience to wait out the lines since. I am not sure if you can make reservations, but if you...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, Virginia, you can eat inexpensively in downtown Chicago. You don't even have to settle for a hotdog, Italian beef, or a quarter pounder from the Rock 'N Roll McDonald's. You can get completely...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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I went to Cafe Ibaraco with friends on a Saturday night. The valet service that night seemed to be hiding when I drove past it a couple of times which was very frustrating and I ended up parking in a lot a few...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just get there early! The food was great- awesome tapas, nice drinks and great paella. The atmosphere was great too and it came with high recommendations.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely. Positively. The. BEST. Tapas. Restaurant. In. the. CITY! I cannot say enough good things about Iberico. Their sangria is wonderful (red, however is better than white) and dirt cheap, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tapas are ridiculously cheap but really good. I love the white sangria, and you can get a half pint for practically nothing. It's loud and crowded, but all worth it!
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2006
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It's just okay...nothing special. Service kind of sucked -- our dishes were brought out at different times, and in no meaningful order (shrimp first, then potatoes, then salad 10 minutes later, then chicken...
menupages.com - user review - 08/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It is easy to have fun with a group of 4 or more when your varieties of tastes can be satisfied by the mostly well-prepared tapas at Cafe Iberico. It is hard to go wrong with most of the stuff on the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I only went here once and it was right before I got really sick and I was already feeling really sick so my memory is spotty. I remember being like "WOW THIS IS DELICIOUS", but I'll have to make sure...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
one great place to eat and have fun with a group or as a couple! love the menu and the atmosphere! The lamb is one of my favorite. the mussels.. yea baby! and of course the sangria is top notch!
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Good tapas & sangria too. However, this place seems to be over run with teeny boppers all the time. But just too crowded in general which means service can and will suffer.
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Well, folks let's look back 5 years ago to an age when amazing restaurants were undiscovered by the usurping throngs of the "social elite" -- in those days Cafe Iberico was the only place to go for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2006
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I arranged a group dinner for my company based on the fact that this restaurant came up in a "Best Group Dining" search on CitySearch. The restaurant is a hole in the wall, and not in a quaint way. When you...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My personal favorite tapas bar in town. Great flavors, large selection, and awesome sangria. I'm still exploring the tapas selection in the city, and this was my first stop--still one of my favorites....
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite places in the city to eat. Sure, the wait on the weekend might be an hour or more, but that's time that could be spent having a sangria or three or ten at the bar. If you...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the best tapas and sangria in the city that money can buy without breaking my wallet. i have yet to find a tapas place in chicago that can even compete. on the weekends this place is pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Iberico is HUGE and it still gets crowded almost every night. Why- the food's cheap, and it's fun to eat with friends. This place gets what Tapas should be about- little dishes for little money to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i dont eat a lot of non-american food, but this place is great! i've been here a few times and although its always packed, it's never disappointed!
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My absolute favorite restaurant in Chicago! Great for dates, girls' night AND out of town guests. Inexpensive but super flavorful food, yummy sangria, fun atmosphere. Love it!
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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The food is great for the price. The croquetas are the best thing on the menu and the oysters are good. I do not recommend horseradish request it to be put aside. The only down side is that since this is such...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place and have been going there for years! (and I live in the suburbs!)Tapas are great!
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tied with Ba-Ba-Reeba for my favorite, which means the tapas are excellent!! Always crowded and loud, so be prepared to wait and yell to your friends. It's all part of the experience, which is fun!
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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This is where I first ate tapas and I haven't found a place as good. I still wished I lived in Chicago. The food is tasty and fresh. The sangria, both red and white, are must have drinks as it enhances the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best tapas in Chicago. The food is really good and the sangria is amazing! It's also a pretty cheap meal and you leave feeling so full!
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
With all the new tapas joints opening throughout the city, Cafe Iberico still is number one in my book.I've been here plenty of times with the most recent being this past Friday. I arrived around...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Food and drink is so cheap, and yet so tasty. The only downside is that it gets really crowded, and you generally have to wait a half an hour at least for a table. But the wait it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I've been to quite a few tapas restaurant. The one has to be my favorite. I'm judging this from overall taste of food. From appetizers to tapas and to desserts they do it right. The sangria is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh. The proxemics are all off in this place; it's so claustrophobic and crowded that a lot of weight is put on the quality of food, which is not the best. I thought Sangria kicked Iberico's butt....
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great Tapas restaurant. LOVE the garlic potato salad. The quail did me wrong though everything else was wonderful. I've been here several times with big lunch groups from work.2/5/07 EDIT: Went for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They put up with my friends asking them to create a sculpture of male genitalia consisting of a banana, some well-placed scoops of ice cream, & dollop of whipped cream for my birthday last year, much...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2006
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Cafe Iberico is very good--try the mussels if nothing else. Paella is a table-favorite and good for large groups, as is the Sangria.This place gets crowded so either don't go on a weekend night o...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The idea of Tapas is a great one...go out to a bar with some friends, share a few drinks, and everyone has a few small plates of food, not enough to be filling in and of themselves, but together a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2006
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Cafe Iberico is one of the ONLY authentic Spanish restaurants in the Midwest! My husband is from Madrid and we both have tried numerous locations claiming to be "Spanish". All have fallen short except for Cafe...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/05/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me preface by stating that I lived in Madrid, Spain for 4 months.I loved this place. I was first brought here by my Spanish friends (originally from a costal town near Barcelona) when they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best tapas in Chicago and like everyone else has reviewed it is so cheap! It's pretty authentic food and the sangria is amazing. I think the garlic shrimp is my favorite thing on the menu, but...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Try the Scallops!! YUM!But the sangria is just so so.
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cheap, cheap, cheap! The food here is great and the sangria is even better....and the prices are better than that! I'm always in shock when I get the bill that I ate so much, but I'm paying so...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tapas is just ok, but I will go to Cafe Iberico because the food is good and it is sooo cheap! My only complaint is that they don't take reservations and I hate waiting for tables.
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Now this is what Tapas should be like. You would never know how big or how great this place is from the outside but once you get in- you'll be surprised by everything! Be prepared to wait because...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is cheaper than ba-ba-reebas which might be because they spend much less effort on the up-keep of the place. it's not so pretty or warm as babareebas but the food is just as good and the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have yet to eat anything that I didn't love. The sangria is excellent as well. If you want to eat and drink lots for very little mula, this is the place to go.
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2006
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This great tapas place is a wonderful place for group gatherings. The food, Spanish tapas (small plates of appetizer-like offererings that are meant to be shared), is awesome and very good value for t...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
O.M.G.This place is badass. I never had tapas before or knew what that meant. My friend Maryanna wanted to have few cocktails afterwork so she took me to this place. From the outside, this place...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The tapas weren't impressive, at least compared to the tapas I've had in San Francisco. My favorite tapas were the garlic mushrooms. The sangria was good.
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Tapas restaurant in the city! I absolutely love it and the secret is out- so be prepared to wait when you go. However if you go to the bar and get a pitcher of sangria- the wait will fly by....
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My two favorite places for tapas in chicago are Iberico and Ba Ba Reeba. Iberico is my preferred choice as I think their sangria is just a little bit better. It gets super-crowded so be prepared to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. It is absolutely HUGE inside. It is great if you are with one person or 20. Very inexpensive tapas and wonderful pitchers of Sangria! Go already!
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2006
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If you like getting a little of everything this is the place to go for Spanish Tapas. I've eaten like a king there for not a lot of money. A taste of Spain sounds like an overused cliche, but I really...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/14/2006
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At Cafe Iberico, food is served in small, appetizer-sized portions called tapas. It is traditional Spanish fare (not to be confused with Mexican food - no tacos here) that includes a lot of seafood. O...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You would have no idea how big this place is from the outside but it's huge once you get in. The tapas are so good and there are a ton of options on the menu that are delicous. If you're going to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is wonderful. the wait is long though: it took us about 45 minutes on a friday night. but once we were seated, the food arrived pretty quickly. extremely reasonable price.
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I know the wait for Cafe Iberico is frustrating but don't give up because it's so worth it! Just head to the bar and enjoy a pitcher of sangria because it's much better to wait while sipping that....
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'v been to 3 tapas places in Chicago and the female turnout is always impressive. Cafe Iberica is no different. I went with a group of people so that always makes the experience fun.
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Want to spend roughly $19 per person and have the best night since, um, the last time you went there? Go to Cafe Iberico. I love this place, I really do. It's hip, it's loud, it's fun, it's got...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was so empty when I arrived (right at 6) on a Wednesday night. However, by the time I left (about 8ish) this place was hopping! Food was pretty good, but not the best tapas around (I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you like tapas, this is the place to go. I think the sangria is the best around and the prices are great! It is also very authentic which I like. If you are planning on going there on a weekend...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite place to dine when I am in Chicago. I've tried other tapas restaurants in the city, but this one is the best. Don't forget to try their sandria.
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I feel like there must have been a mistake in either their accounting or my memory, but (as the story goes) my friend and I rolled out of here for about $25 for 4 tapas and a pitcher of sangria. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Good sangria (i only like white, red wine is best unadulterated). Skewered Beef is tasty, olives are great. jamon serrano always good, as are the chicken croquettes. Garlic shrimp potent, but the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For the best tapas food in the city, Cafe Iberico will not disappoint. Sip on the sangria while waiting for your table and then choose from a large variety of hot and cold tapas. My favorites...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
CI is one of the best tappas places in Chicago, and was one of the first. It continues to draw crowds becuase of it's location...and...wait for it...the good food! This place is a stellar value when...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My fav tapas place in Chicago when I used to live there....miss that place, great sangria and yummy tapas!
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
if you're looking for a great tapas place, you HAVE to check this place out. YUM! ok...perhaps i shouldnt be reviewing my favorite restaurants whilst hungry...........where was i? oh yes, the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2006
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Are you hip to tapas? They are appetizers, both hot and cold that come in great variety. You can make a meal grazing on them, or just have a snack. They appeal to our lust for variety.I remember ...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food is freshly prepared, reasonably priced and a spot downtown that everyone can afford. A great place to meet people, and enjoy yourself. I like the tapas the best!
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place rocks for tapas! The wait can be long, but it is totally worth it. I've only had a problem with my order once, where they forgot to bring a plate of tapas, and when they did, it was on...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Holy shit. This place is huge..and it's busy, but they do have enough vegetarian tapas to keep me happy. They also have some good sangria, plus everything is reasonably priced. Yay!
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2005
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This is arguably one of the best tapas places in Chicago, and in the many times I've been there I've never had a bad meal. It's often packed with people, owing to its reputation for great food, but wa...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/29/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy, I love this place. It is located in River North, and has a great clientele of late 20s, early 30s. It has a great vibe if you sit at the bar, and drink sangria, then spend a little money on...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2005
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Teh food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful, and not enough good things to say about sangria. I think it is reasonably priced. Been with small and large groups and service has been excellent! ...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/11/2005
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Cafe Iberico is a lively tapas restaurant with delicious food and a decent selection on the menu. I am particularly fond of the Spanish tortillas and the cured ham dishes. The calamari are also quit...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/07/2005
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2.0 of 5 stars.
quote: The white sangria was awesomeI agree! The red sangria wasn't that good and the tapas were average and some below average. The service was poor with attitude and we waited eventhough we had...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2005
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This is THE place for tapas in Chicago. Take your time and sample as many as you can stand. The sangria is prett good too. A great place for a group of friends, but also a good date spot.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great tapas restaurant. Every time I've been there it's been crowded, but the food is good and it is reasonably priced. It has a good atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2005
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This restaurant has a really, somewhat communal style. When you go there on a Friday evening, it starts out not too busy, but is jam-packed by 9:00 p.m. The tapas are really, really tasty and the sangria just...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite tapas restaurants here in chicago. They are reasonably priced and have a large menu (with some excellent choices) and great sangria. It gets really busy here, especially on friday...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2005
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Located in a unremarkable location with average decor, Cafe Iberico is a great place to enjoy tapas and sangria. The red sangria is exceptionally good and the goat cheese tapas is the best I have had...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/09/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tapas are great and you really can't go wrong here. Big groups are recommended if you want to taste a greater variety for a low cost. it's a fun atmosphere and definately try the sangria! Reason...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2005
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Cafe Iberico is the best tapas restaurant in Chicago! The restaurant does get crowed on Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays evenings so be prepared to either wait a while or try to get there early (befor...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/08/2005
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Cafe Iberico is my favorite place in the city for tapas and their sangria is incredible! Don't miss the cold seafood salad and goat cheese with garlic bread. There are several large dining rooms whi...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/06/2005
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Good selection of tapas and good sangria. Wait times can get long at peak times, because they don't take reservations. Despite this, this place is definately worth the wait.
judysbook.com - user review - 09/02/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is my favorite tapas restuarant in the city. The prices are good and you can bring a large group of people and everyone can find at least one item to order from the menu. I love the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2005
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This is a great place to take a group of friends for some tapas (small Spanish dishes to share) and sangria (or port). There are so many things on the menu that you will want to try that it helps to have lots...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good, fun place. Really loud. There are lots of both hot and cold dishes for vegetarians. Everything was absolutely wonderful and the sangria is great. I love eating lots of different dishes and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is a great Spanish tapas restaurant. The interior is rather dark and filled with wine bottles giving you the feeling of being in a cellar. Great variety of tapas and wine. Also, you can't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The tapas are delicious and there's a great variety. It can get very crowded on the weekends though. Last time we went, there was an hour and a half wait for a table.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I like it here alot. the white sangria is better than the red and tons of fruit in it. the tapas... try the roasted cold veggies, garlic chicken skewers and the chocolate mousse (comes with a big...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best tapas place that I have been to...EVER. I love everything about it -- the understated decor, the authentic tapas, the great prices in a great accessible location. It deserves to have...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Second favorite Tapas place other than Cafe BaBaReeba. I thought everything tasted awesome! The different sangria was very tasty too..they have white, peach, ect. The Cafe fills up very fast so make...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2005
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I don't believe they have changed the prices at Cafe Iberico in the last 6 years. If you enjoy having great Tapas at 1990s prices, Cafe Iberico is the place for you.Cafe Iberico started offering T...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/06/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite Spanish restaurant in the city. Not the best, but nothing compares to the food in Spain. Its a great ambience. Great place to go with friends,share some food and enjoy some drinks. Their...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2005
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I think this is a Chicago staple. I love this place! Great food, fun environment, and a great value!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
their sangria is worth going for by itself, but on top of that the food is great and very reasonably priced
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cafe Iberico is still my favorite tapas place in the city. The place always fills up, so try to get there before 5pm for immediate service (then again, who eats dinner so early in Spain?). Tapas are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It looks small from the outside but this place is actually huge! Its really good tapas for cheap.. I went with a party of 16 once and our bill was $120 with drinks! You can't complain about that!
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2005
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The atmoshpere here is hilarious. Sometimes it's typical busy restaurant , with a good mix of people, but other times there's sleww of shady fellas with their hired pals. Maybe that was an isolated instance?...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2005
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Having spent a significant amount of time in Spain over the last ten years, I'd like to think that I know something about Spanish cuisine. In my opinion, Cafe Iberico continues to be the most authentic Spanish...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2005
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I've been here a few times. Sangrias are great. Food can be inconsistent. Paella isn't that great in my opinion. Can get crowded on the weekends, but more mellow on weekdays. Good place to go with a few people...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2004
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great food, sangria and service. the most authentic tapas experience in town. desserts and wine list also big winners! great place for a first date -- and countless thereafter...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2004
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this place was the best place to go if you like to wait over three hours long to get seated, wouldn't mind the wait if the food was good, but it wasn't. it was extremely crowded and the food was not as...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2004
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Close your ears to the English spoken around you and you'll think you're in Spain. Marvelous atmosphere and decor. Fantastic sangria! Good sized portion
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2004
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I really looked forward to eating here, but have to be honest..I've had better tapas in Chicago. The wait staff was a little clueless and the food OK- we had veal, which was VERY TOUGH! But the Sangeria was...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2004
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Sangria, any of the seafood tapas, and the awesome white and dark chocolate mousse are highly recommended.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2003
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good location-one of a handful of places in downtown chicago that serves tapas. food was for the most part decent, the prices (especially for downtown) are about the least expensive for this style of...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2003
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Food per dollars, this place ranks near the top. It has a large selection of both cold and hot tapas, and weekly specials. Food is not great, but good and consistent. No wonder it's often packed even on...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2003
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Drink lots of sangria to drown out the noise and to take your mind off the fact that the food is inconsistent, tugging between mediocre and fairly good. Basque country it's not. But at least it is not Costa...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2003
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Cafe Iberico is one of my favorite spots! You have to get there early though because they do not take reservations and it gets really busy after 6:00. The food and sangria is not only great but it is cheap!...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/07/2003
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please. it is not even close. the food was decent and the atmosphere was good. arived at 10:57 and they said they close seating at 11, so tough. but sat at bar area and service was really good. music was...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2003
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With family in Barcelona, and visiting Spain quite a few times in the last few years, Cafe Iberico's is just as good as any restaurant on Las Rambals. The Sangria is just as good. although many different...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/29/2003
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I'd love to talk about the food as opposed to the insane wait and rude staff, but if you're going to this restaurant, there's no way to get around those issues. Drinks were decent, Sangria was good, but a 2...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/19/2003
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This is a greatplace to celebrate a birthday or other occasion. The sharing is fun and the sangria is excellent. More authentic than other chicago tapas places. Make a reservation though - it gets crowded!
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2003
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I visited from out of town and if this is what you consider as one of the "best" restaurants in Chicago...then you need to get out more often. Ambience was horrible, very tacky. The restaurant was cold which...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2002
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How did this place get best restaurant? The food here is hot garbage on a plate. The service here is even worse. Do they have waiters?
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2002
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Delicious tapas. Sangria has a nice kick to it. Great place to meet some friends and catch up. I'd go early though!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/22/2002
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Everytime my girlfriends and I get together here, we have a blast. This place has a great atmosphere, with great 'scenery', if you know what I mean. The after work crowd is generally young single...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2002
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Food was excellent, hostess was very flexible in accomodating our (late) large party! It was a little loud and crowded, but that was fine for our group. Given the variety of tapas we ordered (just about...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2002
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Run by a shrud "gallego" original of the NW of Spain, this restaurant reflects the importance that every galician person puts on food. Has an assortment from every corner of the Peninsula Iberica and an...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2002
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It's a fun little place to go out, some of the dishes are pretty good, and the desserts are not bad. Not the best tapas bar, but certainly not the worst.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2002
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This place is a night out! You don't need to have dinner in a place and then go out to a bar: that's why I love it. I will gladly spend time at the bar with a pitcher of Sangria while a wait for a table...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2002
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cafe iberico is great! Definitely the best tapas bar in Chicago. well worth a visit.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2002
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Cafe Iberico is my favourite restaurant in Chicago. Their food is always good. In my experience, their shef (s) never had a bad day.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2002
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I can't think of another restaurant that consistently offers a good dining experience. I've been with groups of friends, and with clients and I have never been disappointed. The food is terrific, and I love...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2002
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The food here is pretty good, it's jut hard as h*** to ever get drink refills.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2002
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Cafe Iberico, while it does have some charm to it, clearly does not belong in this restaurant class. I don't see how anyone can seriously compare this place to say a Gibsons, or even Don Juans. Yes, the tappas...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2002
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Great fresh made sangria! Never go on the weekends after 5pm. It's always crowded, but excellent tapas. Try for the bar area.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/31/2002
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This restaurant is so popular that the staff doesn't really need to try to be nice to the customers, and that is a shame. The food is tasty, but you can find equally good food at just about any other tapas...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2002
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The crowds can be overwhelming and often it's not worth it at night. But stop in for lunch or an early dinner after work--the tapas are simple and delicious.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2002
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This no-frills tapas spot won't win any points for style, but the consistently good food and festive atmosphere makes it a longtime local favorite for singles in their 20s and 30s. Cafe Iberico gets very loud,...
frommers.com - user review
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free-flowing sangria, mouthwatering tapas and friends who do not mind leaving their watches at home are all ingredients for a perfect evening at this popular spanish restaurant. the prices are reasonable, the...
wguides.com - user review
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cafe iberico calls itself a slice of spain in the heart of chicago, and you'll see why when you stop in for a bite to eat--or, rather, many little bites--at this tapas bar...
epinions.com - user review
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very packed on weekends, but worth it. the tapas are great, but i love the sangria drinks as well. don't leave without ordering the mussels...
amazon.com - user review
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authentic tapas in bustling environs...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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you can see the steam rising from the attitude at cafe iberico. this place is good and it knows it. never mind that this top tapas spot has evolved from one big sprawling room to two big sprawling rooms (the...
searchchicago.com - user review
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tapas are the main event at this no-frills, no-fuss hot spot. (business is so good, the restaurant just added more space.) priced right, and about as authentic as you'll find this side of barcelona or...
searchchicago.com - user review
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this popular spanish restaurant once had only four tables, but now it can seat more than 400 with ease. the house is usually packed, thanks to authentic tapas offerings and an upbeat, festive atmosphere. have...
10best.com - user review
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the best thing about this place is the tapas. the rest sucks. the sangria is just awful, watered down and tasteless...
centerstage.net - user review
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what started as an authentic tapas bar has sprawled into an institution with several huge dining rooms (the latest has all the charm of a mess hall) and even a retail store selling everything from prepared...
gayot.com - user review
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travel.yahoo.com - user review
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don't take the stark, simple room as an indicator of the cuisine at this tapas restaurant. chef dario lagoa trained with the best, emilio gervilla, to develop his talent for creating the small plates...
chicagoreader.com - user review
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cafe iberico, a real bang for the buck...
epinions.com - user review
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this restaurant is basically a glorified cafeteria. the food was bland and massed produced to serve the other 400 diners. the sangria was okay...
metromix.com - user review
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this may not be the most famous tapas restaurant in the city, but it is my favorite. for the uninitiated, a "tapas" restaurant serves small portions of food generally served in the bars of spain; this is...
igougo.com - user review
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this is the most overhyped resturant i have ever been too. don't waste your time...
chicagoreader.com - user review
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