Bar Mar
Restaurant · Loop
120 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
Highlights
Fresh oysters, ceviches & seafood classics with festive cocktails.
Fresh oysters, ceviches & seafood classics with festive cocktails.
"José Andrés combines land and sea in one address, with Bazaar Meat upstairs and Bar Mar on the first floor. A giant octopus hangs above the main bar, which provides a perfect place to enjoy the view through the floor-to-ceiling windows while sharing snacks like cones stuffed with smoked hamachi and oysters on the half shell paired with a glass of Spanish wine. For larger bites, try the lobster or tuna tartare roll. Make a reservation through OpenTable." - Sam Nelson
"A seafood restaurant by Chef José Andrés, with a focus on Spanish and Latin-American flavors." - Kevin Chau
"José Andrés combines land and sea in one address, with Bazaar Meat upstairs and Bar Mar on the first floor. A giant octopus hangs above the main bar, which provides a perfect place to enjoy the view through the floor-to-ceiling windows while sharing snacks like cones stuffed with smoked hamachi and oysters on the half shell paired with a glass of Spanish wine. For larger bites, try the lobster or tuna tartare roll. Make a reservation through OpenTable." - Samantha Nelson, Eater Staff
"Bar Mar’s lobster roll is comically small (and the $29 price adds a bit of insult to small-size injury), but it’s also very tasty. The shallow bun looks like a canoe from The Borrowers, with equally small amounts of butter-poached lobster and seasoning. But we’re willing to look past the diminutive size thanks to the generous blobs of mayo espuma and nice pops of crunch from the pickled celery, which make for a well-rounded bite." - veda kilaru
"Led by the legendary chef and activist José Andrés, Mar Bar may not be your traditional mariscos spot, but it nails the spirit.t. This place is all about seafood and the joy of sharing it with friends, resonating with the communal spirit at the heart of mariscos culture. Seaside elegance meets urban cool here, where a whimsical sculpture of an octopus watches over the bar. The patio is good for kicking back with a cocktail in hand. The Michelin-starred menu is a vibrant fusion of Spanish and Latin American flavors, with a particular nod to Peruvian cuisine. Don’t skip the oysters on the half-shell. And if you’re feeling adventurous, the crunchy, airy tuna Neptune’s pillows are the kind of dish that turns seafood into pure art. There’s also Veracruz-style salmon featuring tomato, olives, and capers — flavors that echo Spain’s influence on Mexican cuisine. Mar Bar also offers three tasting menus, all under $100." - Brenda Storch
