Happy Hour
Frontera Grill
James Beard WinnerChef-Driven
The happy hour
| Tue–Thu | 4:30–6 PM |
|---|---|
| Fri–Sun | 2:30–4:30 PM |
Drinks
- Signature cocktails (margaritas, Old Fashioned, daiquiri) — $10
- Spirit-free cocktails — $10
- Wine by the glass — $10
- Agave pours 1 oz (Vago Elote, Derrumbes, Mijenta Blanco) — $9–$10
Food
- Tortilla chips & salsa — $5 (add guac $4)
- Tortilla soup — $10
- Corn-masa quesadillas — $10
- Sopecitos rancheros — $10
- Smoked chicken taquitos — $10
- Frontera ceviche — $12
- Crispy carnitas tacos — $15
James Beard Award Outstanding Restaurant 2017. Happy hour at the bar only. Tue–Thu 4:30–6 PM; Fri–Sun 2:30–4:30 PM.
Deal last verified April 2026.
The vibe
Rick Bayless's flagship River North restaurant, James Beard Outstanding Restaurant winner (2017), has served regional Mexican cuisine with unrivaled depth since 1987. Happy hour at the bar features $10 craft margaritas and agave pours alongside an extensive discounted antojitos menu. One of the most celebrated Mexican restaurants in the United States.
Getting there
445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654 · (312) 661-1434