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Salpicon

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1252 N. Wells Street Chicago IL 60610
Phone
(312) 988-7811
Average Rating
4.5
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(312) 988-7715

Business Hours

Status: Closed

Sunday
11:00am-2:30pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm
Monday
5:00pm-10:00pm
Tuesday
5:00pm-10:00pm
Wednesday
5:00pm-10:00pm
Thursday
5:00pm-10:00pm
Friday
5:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday
5:00pm-11:00pm

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Salpicn! is authentic and contemporary Mexican cuisine presented in an upbeat and festive atmosphere.

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Since 1995, Chef Priscila Satkoff at Salpicón has been satisfying devotees of her classic and contemporary Mexican cuisine. Michelin(R) Guide calls her "this town's unsung hero of contemporary Mexican cuisine". Her food is paired with her husband Vincent's award-winning wine list and extensive list of 100% agave Tequilas. Let Wanda Cole, a CMS Advanced Sommelier, take you on a wine tour!...

Come experience the true flavors of Mexico, and see why Michelin® Guide calls Chef Priscilla Satkoff “this town’s unsung hero of contemporary Mexican cuisine.”

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Reviewed Business
Salpicon
Reviewer Name
DoraBurgos
Review Date
July 03, 2013
Average Rating
5

Great place to be

Lovely evening, outstanding sauces and dishes. Authentic anfd of great quality. No wonder why this is the fave place of my associates.

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Salpicon Restaurant Review

This is a family affair: Priscila runs the kitchen and her husband, Vincent, runs the front of the house. And while many an upscale Mexican restaurant have come and gone over the years, this one forges on. We enjoy the inviting, stylish surroundings as well as the top-rate selection of tequilas and wines. But the real star of this show is the food. The restaurant prepares one of the best mole...

A "standout", thanks to chef Priscila Satkoff's "command of regional cuisine", this Old Town Mexican "hits all the notes" with "inventively prepared" "authentic cuisine" paired with "tremendous margaritas", "tequilas galore" and an "outstanding wine list"; "helpful" staffers lend a "warm" feel in the "colorful" space, so somewhat costly tabs barely register for those deeming it an "all around...

Anyone who does authentic Mexican in Chicago operates in the shadow of Frontera Grill's Rick Bayless—which makes it easier for those in the know to snag a table at Salpicón. Chef Priscila Satkoff grew up in Mexico City, and her renditions of mole poblano and grilled fish with salsa fresca have unforced flair. Wash 'em down with a belt of one of 100 tequilas or choose from the extensive...

Upscale and intimate, this colorful Mexican restaurant draws Old Town regulars with its authentic fare and wine/tequila list.

In Short
Brightly colored and casual, Salpicon teems with fans of Priscila Satkoff's authentic Mexican fare. Dishes are dazzling and memorable: queso fundido with onions, tiger shrimp and... Pros + good Mexicangreat tequila list Cons - uncomfortable chairs

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Cinco De Mayo

Average Rating
100

Cinco De Mayo is always fun with the three amigos, Jaime, Jose and Vincent!!

Super delicious Mexican Preparations

Average Rating
100

Enjoyed the wide array of tequilas, wines and knowledgeable staff. The cervache was wonderful as was the steak and the fish choices. I would definitely endorse this with a much easier reservation to get than at Frontera Grill.

Just ok for the money

Average Rating
60

I had been here in the past and thought it was exceptional. This time I would say the food was good but not rated as high as I remember. Wine list was very good. It probably won't be my first choice next time.

So good, makes your knees buckle

Average Rating
100

I was visiting Chicago with my wife. My brother who is a Chicagoan and foodie, recommended this spot. We went on Friday evening. Outstanding food everything we had would make your knees buckle, great margarita (pick your own tequila from a long list) and a wine list the size of the Chicago Phonebook. If you're like me, ask your server to recommend a nice wine. Very nice atmosphere, medium...

One of the very best restaurants in Chicago.

Average Rating
100

Brilliant chef. Amazing margarita and wine lists. Great ambience. This is what creative Mexican food can be.

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Since 1995, Chef Priscila Satkoff at Salpicón has been satisfying devotees of her classic and contemporary Mexican cuisine. Michelin(R) Guide calls her "this town's unsung hero of contemporary Mexican cuisine". Her food is paired with her husband Vincent's award-winning wine list and extensive list of 100% agave Tequilas. Let Wanda Cole, a CMS Advanced Sommelier, take you on a wine tour!...

Salpicon can be found at N Wells St 1252. The following is offered: Restaurants. The entry is present with us since Sep 10, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In Chicago there are 2306 other Restaurants. An overview can be found here.

Since 1995, Chef Priscila Satkoff at Salpic?n has been satisfying devotees of her classic and contemporary Mexican cuisine. Michelin(R) Guide calls her "this town's unsung hero of contemporary Mexican cuisine". Her food is paired with her husband Vincent's award-winning wine list and extensive list of 100% agave Tequilas. Come experience the true flavors of Mexico!

Defonseka is located at 1254 N Wells St, Chicago, IL. This location is in the Near North Side neighborhood..

Salpic n offers classic & contemporary Mexican cuisine by acclaimed chef Priscila Satkoff (named by Larousse Gastronomique as "One of the Top Chefs of Mexican Cuisine") and recently inducted into the Chicago Culinary Museum's Chefs Hall of Fame, accompanied by a Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence Wine List, served in a fun & festive atmosphere. Tequila fans will enjoy our selection of...

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What to Drink: Choose from 100 sipping tequilas, flights of anejos, blancos, reposados, ultra-premiums, mescals and the "connoisseur's" selection; have a house margarita with Herradura Silver. The list of French, American, Spanish and South American wines compliment spicy foods.

The Extras: A seven-course tasting menu is available for $60 per person, $95 when paired with wines.

What to Drink

Choose from 100 sipping tequilas, flights of anejos, blancos, reposados, ultra-premiums, mescals and the "connoisseur's" selection; have a house margarita with Herradura Silver. The list of French, American, Spanish and South American wines compliment spicy foods.

The Extras

A seven-course tasting menu is available for $60 per person, $95 when paired with wines.

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