(773) 271-1907
5403 N Clark St
Chicago,
IL
60640
41.9801
-87.6681
Neighborhoods: Edgewater, Far North Side
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.
12/19/08
Not worth the time
by Wrigleyville1
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!
- Pros: friendly staff
- Cons: Food and the seating along the wall.
The Details on La Cocina de Frida
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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