Frontera Grill Menu

Welcome to Frontera Grill, a vibrant Mexican dining experience located in the heart of Chicago at 445 N Clark St. This acclaimed restaurant, spearheaded by the culinary genius of Chef Rick Bayless, emphasizes fresh ingredients and bold flavors that pay homage to authentic Mexican cuisine.

At Frontera Grill, every dish tells a story. Diners rave about the three-course lunch, bringing together hearty portions and harmonious flavors that leave a lasting impression. Brunch is equally exceptional, transforming a typically understated meal into a standout occasion. Whether you're feasting on perfectly executed tacos or indulging in signature margaritas crafted by skilled bartenders like Juliana and Esmeralda, each bite and sip resonates with quality and care.

With a welcoming atmosphere and attentive service, Frontera Grill is not just a meal — it's a culinary celebration. Prepare to embark on a flavorful journey that you won't soon forget!

Frontera's Famous Tortilla Soup

Dark broth with pasilla, grilled chicken, avocado, artisan Jack cheese, homemade crema, crispy tortilla strips.

US$16.00

Classic Frontera Ceviche

Hawaiian albacore, lime, tomato, olives and cilantro. Housemade tortilla chips.

US$22.00

Chips & Guacamole

Mashed Michoacan avocados, local Mighty Vine tomato, serrano chile, cilantro, lime. Housemade tortilla chips served with red three chile-tomatillo salsa & green roasted tomatillo salsa.

US$21.00

Chips & Salsa

Housemade tortilla chips served with red three chile-tomatillo salsa & green roasted tomatillo salsa.

US$6.00

Smoked Chicken Taquitos, Guacamole

Crispy smoked chicken taquitos, black beans, classic guacamole, homemade crema, roasted tomatillo salsa, fresco cheese

US$17.00

Little Gem Salad

Little gem lettuce grilled garlic chive dressing (green chile, ginger, lime), Jack cheese, buttery black pepper croutons.

US$16.00

Frontera's Chocolate Pecan Pie

US$16.00

Classic Flan

Classic Mexican caramel custard infused with Mexican vanilla.

US$8.00

Tacos Al Carbone- Style

Choose between wood-grilled Creekstone flank steak, portabella mushrooms, chicken, or pork collar. Served with handmade tortillas featuring organic heirloom corn from Oaxaca, Mexico, roasted poblano rajas, pinto beans, guacamole and two salsas.

US$31.00

Taco Arabes

Grilled spiced pork, caramelized onions, and cucumber. Served with spicy chipotle salsa, creamy jocoque sauce, beans, and grilled flour tortillas.

US$31.00

Pinto Beans With Chorizo & Bacon.

US$10.00

Fried Sweet Plantains

Homemade crema & fresh cheese.

US$10.00

White Rice

Gulf-style pilaf.

US$10.00

Wood-Grilled Knob Onions

Wood-Grill Knob Onions, lime

US$9.50

Traditional Black Beans

Epazote, manteca, sweet plantains and fresh cheese.

US$10.00

Carnitas De Pato

Crispy duck carnitas, guacamole, verduras en escabeche (pickly manzano & jalapeno chiles, white onion, Napa cabbage), black beans, roasted tomatillo salsa

US$45.00

Camarones Adobados

Grilled Florida pink shrimp, salsa adobada (ancho chile, garlic, herbs, spices, orange), classic white rice, creamy-crunchy red cabbage

US$40.00

Carne Asada "Brava"

Habanero-marinated Creekstone Black Angus flank steak, salsa huevona (hand-crushed roasted tomatoes & jalapenos), sweet corn tamales (crema, fresco cheese), grilled knob onions

US$40.00

Oaxacan Carne Asada

Red chile-marinated Creekstone Natural Black Angus prime rib steak. Black beans, sweet plantains, homemade crema, fresh cheese and guacamole. Wood-grilled to medium rare. COMPLETE REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS included!

US$60.00

Pollo En Mole Verde, Tamal Nejo

Wood-grilled chicken breast, classic green mole (pumpkin seeds, tomatillo, green chile, epazote, spices), Guerrero’s classic flat banana leaf-wrapped nejo tamal, roasted chayote

US$33.00

Frijol Con Puerco

Pork shank braised with black beans & garlic. Chorizo, pickled jalapenos, queso fresco

US$45.00

Diet Coke

Small, bottled.

US$2.50

Daily Agua Fresca

Agua de jamaica (tangy and slightly sweet hibiscus flower tea) or limonada, made fresh in-house daily.

US$4.00

Mexican Coke

The same great taste made with only pure cane sugar and served in a bottle.

US$6.00

Topo Chico

Small bottle of sparkling Mexican water.

US$5.00

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