La Cocina De Frida
(773) 271-1907
5403 N Clark St
Chicago,
IL
60640
41.9801
-87.6681
Neighborhoods: Far North Side, Edgewater
What People Are Saying About La Cocina De Frida
The Editor
Jennifer Olvera
Citysearch
In Short
Walls splashed with bright pink, orange and brown attempt to recreate the feel of the namesake painter's work. A mural and pictures of Kahlo drive the point home. The menu, on the other hand, is all about homey classics, with appealing starters like pomegranate-topped guacamole and a wide array of tamales. Epazote-scented enchiladas in black bean sauce, chicken simmered in peanut and chile seco sauce and a mocajete of meats are signature dishes.
User Reviews
Wrigleyville1
December 19, 2008
It was a great concept but the execution's terrible. The tables along the wall are screwed to the wall and arfe too close together. SInce they are immobile, I had to LITERALLY climb into my chair! The food was sub-par at best. I tried the house specialty, something that looked like hash. It was so full of gristle I had to keep spitting it out. NEVER again. The hostess was sweet - but couldn't make up for the seating and the food!
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Fun Fact:
Sisters Marlene and Lydia Benitez went as far as to include some of Frida Kahlo's favorite dishes on the menu. Kahlo was a dedicated cook.
The Extras:
The restaurant makes its sauces in-house daily and utilizes as much local produce as possible.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Brunch
