"Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! is the River North outpost of the original in Lincoln Park. Expect the same tapas concept—a large menu, ample portions that are easy to split, and solid Spanish classics—plus a lively space where no one will be annoyed if your friends get rambunctious after too many sangria pitchers. The ham croquetas and chorizo-wrapped dates are always a good choice, but there are special brunch tapas on the weekend, too, like fluffy torrijas with blueberry-lemon compote and crispy patatas bravas garnished with a sunny-side-up egg. When it’s warm outside, angle for a table on the patio rather than the pseudo-enclosed veranda while taking advantage of their 90-minute, $30 bottomless brunch." - Veda Kilaru
