5 to Try: Mojitos

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Updated: January 01, 2003

The mojito, a Cuban tradition and a favorite of Ernest Hemingway, is a refreshing spin on rum with its sprinkle of mint and fresh lime. Enjoy the cool cocktail at these Chicago bars and restaurants.

Mojito Madness

  1. 1 3.5 Star Rating: Average Zapatista
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    1307 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)

    This South Loop hacienda serves up a raspberry mojito switched-up with dark rum and rasberries.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Nacional 27
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    325 W Huron St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    The Mojito Flight at this sexy Latin restaurant includes a mini pomegranate-ginger-chile mojito, colada mojito and a classic mojito.

  3. 3 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Ole Lounge
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    2812 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)

    Tapas lounge in a repurposed local church mixes a Mojito Riojo with strawberries and raspberries.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Agave Bar & Grill
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    3115 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)

    Bright and upbeat Lincoln Avenue destination puts a stamp on its their Mojito Costeno by swapping rum for tequila.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Carnivale
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    702 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607 (map)

    Chicago's reigning king of Nuevo Latino cuisine takes its mojitos seriously. Its version is as bold as the restaurant's festive dining room with Zacapa rum aged two to three years, mint leaves, limes and champagne.