Zapatista, Chicago

- 72% 

The fajitas, tacos, even the burritos are excellent. more»

I recommend the fajitas, they are truly unique. more»

Yes , the service is mediocre and you will often have to remind them twice of a request and the restaurant is noisy. more»

The service was amazing and the food was great. more»

The Scene Slow-turning fans , amped-up mariachi tunes , black-and-white photos of Latin dudes with curled mustaches -- not to mention a menu of more than 50 tequilas -- create a festive , margarita-happy atmosphere. more»

The atmosphere is kid friendly! more»

Zapatista is an authentic Mexican restaurant in the Near South Loop. Made with the passion, heart & soul of Mexico, using the freshest of ingredients, the fare at Zapatista is a blend of regional Mexican dishes that are authentic, yet contemporary. The menu ranges from grilled chicken, pork, steak and seafood entrees with house made moles and salsas to burritos, tacos & enchiladas, plus the guacamole is made table-side just how you like it. The atmosphere is romantic and rustic with a beautiful stone back bar which holds some of the finest tequilas available; not to mention, the specialty drink list which boasts a variety of unique recipes & a great beer & wine selection. The hand painted wood furniture is comfortable, the walls are rich in color and the photographs hung around the restaurant depict the life of a Zapatista. Choose to dine in the dining room, sit in the bar, or enjoy the long days of summer at a table on the large outdoor sidewalk patio.