La Josie
Mexican restaurant · West Town
740 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
Highlights
Upscale Mexican eatery with 3 bars, rooftop, & traditional Jalisco dishes
Upscale Mexican eatery with 3 bars, rooftop, & traditional Jalisco dishes
"La Josie has three full bars and a rooftop deck, and all of them get crowded, even on weeknights. Since this place also happens to serve great food and drinks, it’s ideal if you’re looking for a party but don’t want to be hungry at the end of the night. The best things here are their tacos (all on homemade tortillas) and Mexican classics like enchiladas. The servers and bartenders are really friendly, and they have an extensive cocktail menu. A good option for day drinking or dinner with friends." - adrian kane, john ringor, nick allen, veda kilaru, sam faye
"La Josie can be a shitshow, but it’s our shitshow. Here, you are required to shout-talk and you won’t be able to see your carnitas after 9pm when the lights go from dim to, “Wait, who are you?” But the Mexican food is good. The tortillas are handmade, and while we wish they two-plied them for the tacos, the fillings are always well-seasoned. Plus they have delicious Mezcal margaritas and a friendly staff that won’t conveniently disappear when your pitcher is empty. They have three bars and a rooftop, and in the summer you can count on all four being completely slammed." - adrian kane
"La Josie, a rare family-owned spot on Randolph Restaurant Row, has a deep mezcal menu with selections from eight Mexican states. Drinks including a margarita with mezcal (Ilegal, lime, Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao, organic agave, gusano salt rim) and a margarita with tequila (Libelula, lime, Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao, organic agave, salt rim). Patio seating is available." - Sam Nelson
"When you want to have a miniature Saturday night in the middle of your week, go to La Josie in the West Loop. It has three full bars and a rooftop deck, and while all these areas are lively, you still won’t feel like you’re out having dinner in the club. Order a few tacos (all on housemade tortillas) and a cocktail from the extensive tequila list. The servers and bartenders are really friendly, and will help you forget that your work week isn’t over yet." - adrian kane
"Along with their sidewalk patio, La Josie also has a cute little rooftop deck. The best things at this Mexican restaurant are their tacos (all on house-made tortillas), and they have an extensive cocktail menu." - adrian kane
