Patria Cocina

"The first thing that will catch your eye is the shelves stacked with agave spirits, many of them small family-owned brands. But there's a trio of colorful agua frescas that will invite you to put those tequilas to the test. And while we could play all day in Patria Cocina's choices from their extensive drink menu, we really enjoy the food here, too. Their menu of Mexican classics like sopes and carne asada are some of the tastiest in the city and come well dressed with bright sauces and vegetable garnishes. The Grant Park hub always packs a full house with families and friend meetups." - nina reeder, demarco williams, juli horsford, jacinta howard

"Located at the bustling Beacon complex in Grant Park, this Mexican restaurant owned by Roxana and Octavio Aguirre (El Mexicano), features a menu filled with street tacos, fajitas, ceviche, and weekly specials paired with some of the best margaritas in town. Kick off the meal on the large sunny patio with queso mixed with jalapeños and chorizo." - Eater Staff

"Located at the bustling Beacon complex in Grant Park, the family-owned and operated Patria Cocina features a menu filled with tacos, fajitas, ceviche, and weekly specials paired with some of the best margaritas in town. Kick off the meal on the large sunny patio with queso mixed with jalapeños and chorizo. Order online for takeout." - Eater Staff

"Claudia Martinez collaborated with Patria Cocina on a pop-up that included an apple-and-tamarind pastelito with salted caramel, with proceeds benefiting El Refugio." - Martha Cheng

"The first thing that will catch your eye is the shelves stacked with agave spirits, many of them small family-owned brands. But there's a trio of colorful agua frescas that will invite you to put those tequilas to the test. And while we could play all day in choices from their extensive drink menu, we really enjoy the food here, too. Their menu of Mexican classics like sopes and carne asada are some of the tastiest in the city and come well dressed with bright sauces and vegetable garnishes. The Grant Park hub always packs a full house with families and casual friends meetups. photo credit: Mhandy Gerard photo credit: Mhandy Gerard photo credit: Mhandy Gerard photo credit: Mhandy Gerard" - Nina Reeder