One of the best Argentinian restaurants I have been to. Everything we ordered was just so delicious and fresh. I enjoyed every bite of my steak and I can’t wait to go back. You have to try this place!
Shruti S.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Urbana, IL
So im divided between the four and three star here. Ordered the Parrilla. The meat is cooked really well. Crisp edges and tender inside. Breads were GORGEOUS. And the ambience and servers are wonderful. Which would have made this a four star place. BUT. I found the chorizo and blood sausages to be salty. The salad was meh. Provolita and sweet beef empanadas were okay. Walk in knowing that you are paying for the ambience and service and not just for the food, and you’re golden. We watched a Copa America match with Argentine while there, and it was a good experience!
Cheryl B.
Rating des Ortes: 1 Chicago, IL
Our dining experience was the worst I’ve ever encountered. The waiter never came by to serve us. Instead the friendly hostess told us our waiter was too busy and she took our order but she was not trained to explain the menu. Drinks were never replenished and we had to ask for the bill twice. I will definitely not recommend this restaurant to anyone I know. Im beyond words for how horrible the experience was. I was embarrassed to show friends the neighborhood with this restaurant experience.
Paola G.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Chicago, IL
Deeeeeelicoussss!!! We love to eat there! The steaks are good quality and the variations in their menu are good! Great location and great costumer service! And the bread they give you is so good! We definitely recommend it and we will definitely going back!
Jessica C.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Skokie, IL
So, So, So disappointing. Ugh. And it was our 5th anniversary, which compounds the disappointment. First of all, service was pretty rushed — we felt like we needed to hurry up and order and he didn’t really take his time. Whatever, I’m actually not knocking points off for it. I’ve had worse. First, there were some high points. Namely: Corn & the Ham & Cheese Empanadas were great — 5⁄5 Provoleta — Well, it’s melted cheese, so it’s hard to go wrong. The roasted peppers are also a great addition — in fact, I might start adding some to my own queso fundito at home, but the rolls are dry and uninteresting. Salad — it’s very plain — tomatoes, onion, lettuce, oil, vinegar. However it’s crunchy and fresh and tasty in its simplicity Tey Querisi Meing — yeah, I could drink those all. day. long. Costeleta Organica — aka organic ribeye. I don’t know where to start. For one, it was about ¼ in thick. It should be about 1.5 to 2 inches. Second, I ordered medium rare, got medium well(I didn’t send it back because it was so fatty, if I had it med-rare, it wouldn’t have been edible, so I just dealt with it). Flavorless — no beef flavor. WAYYYYYYYYYY too many onions — presumably to cover up the mediocre meat. I will say the mashed potatoes were excellent. Milanesa a caballo — My husband ate nothing but the eggs. When I asked him what was wrong with it, he said ‘well, really there was nothing right” — flavorless, not fatty, but tough. He ate maybe 2 inches of it, and left the rest. Didn’t even want to take it home. Bear in mind milanesa is one of his favorite foods, so he has some idea what he’s talking about. Some kind of «crunchy» layer cake — awful, bland, cold, not crunchy at all. We didn’t finish it. I cannot remember not finishing a dessert in my life. It basically tasted like cold marscapone cheese with cardboard soggy layers. Now, please note the guy next to me had a filet — the one with 2 shrimp and it looked AMAZING — perfectly red, very thick(at least 2 inches) and just gorgeous. He offered me some. Had I known how disappointed I was going to be, I might have taken him up on it. Weirdly, I want to try again, because I STILL want a good steak, and that filet is etched in my brain. But I will not be able to wrangle my husband back, he was that disappointed. Maybe we’ll try Tango Sur and BYOB to keep down the cost? Or I’ll just eat alone — let me know if you wanna join me!
Abū Bakr A.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Chicago, IL
A hidden gem — unless it’s more popular than I know of. Folklore is open late and you can expect to wait at prime time(7−10pm) if you have a larger group. Once seated we were served some nice bread while we looked over the menu. I had the Costella Organica which was one of the Chef’s Specials. The dish was a Rib-Eye steak topped with onions with a side of mashed potatoes. For $ 30 I was blown away with the size of the portion and the quality of the dish. In my opinion it towered over the other steaks for double the price at the high end franchises in Chicago. We were served a complimentary salad before the main course arrived as well. Service was quick and they allow split checks. Service 10⁄10 Food 12⁄10 HIGHLYRECOMMEND Best value for money.
Maria K.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Aurora, IL
The food was great, it was delicious! I had the Empanadas(chicken, beef, and sweet beef) and they were awesome. I also tried the Tortilla de Espinaca, it was okay, it tasted like a frittata. We also tried their Provoleta, very yummy. Also tried the Ensalada Paisana — very yummy as well. Highly recommend this place, I will definitely come back. Staff was very nice, pleasant, and attentive.
Tammer F.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
Very glad to have the chance to update this review after our first visit really soured us due to the treatment a the front of the house. Management was very gracious in apologizing for the incident and asking for a chance to make it right. As expected, the cocktails are still fantastic, and fortunately the food lived up to the expectations we had the first time we came in(definitely get some empanadas and the provoleta appetizer). Best of all, the service throughout was attentive and personal. Based on this experience, we’ll definitely be back.
Betsy M.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Skokie, IL
Called to make reservations for 2 but they put you on a waitlist unless you have a bigger party. Luckily, we walked in around 715 on a Friday night and was seated quickly, by 8pm it was packed. I had the pisco sour to start with, so good but towards the end I realized there wasn’t much liquor in it so I ended up getting a glass of pinot noir which was really good to end off the night. Tried the blueberry whiskey drink which was really good as well. Our server was busy but still attentive and very friendly. Had the beef, chicken and spinach and cheese empanadas, so good, but the best was the beef! We shared the para dos which is for two people, but more like for three, we took plenty home for leftovers. It always comes with a house salad and potatoes. My favorite was the grilled short ribs and the beef sweetbreads, the chorizo sausage was better than the flap meat. My least favorite was the black sausage. We did get dessert, I don’t remember what it was called but it wasn’t too sweet, they bring you out a platter and there’s about 7 different ones to choose from.
Monica H.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Chicago, IL
Love this place. I believe it is the same owner as Tengo Sur, another place I love! I came here on Thursday and a live band was jamming away. Turns out Friday is 20% off all hospital employees and teachers. I love that this place supports those fields. Anyway, it was comfortably busy. All the tables were filled but the service was still great and I could actually hear the other members at my table. Food: — chorizo sausage — you get two links which is quite enough to get the appetite going. — vesuvio –beef steak filled with cheese. We got it medium rare and it didn’t exactly meet my expectation. However, it was still good and the sides(spinach and potatoes) were amazing. — berenjena — AMAZING!!! This reminded me of eggplant parmigiana combined with ritolo. breaded eggplant covered with plenty of sauce. This was definitely the fan favorite of the table. — rack of lamb — also amazing. it came with great sweet potato mash as well Drinks — la negra — very good. it’s great for alcohol newbies as well. I would definitely come back and hope to!
Jessica M.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
Encore! Encore! Folklore was a great experience. The mood inside the restaurant is very intimate FYI. I believe its the first thing I noticed. The dining area’s main source of light is by candle… real candles too, not those electronic ones you tend to see here and there. I thought I was going to accidentally light the bread napkin on fire while passing the basket down the table. Any-who back to the review, it is street parking only so be prepared to search. We found a pay to park a block or two down the way. The restaurant is located right on the corner. As I said above, the restaurant has an intimate setting. A friend called it «boo-lighting», yet its great for families and friend dinners as well. The service was good. The waiter was very laid back and insightful on the menu. I ordered the Medio Pollo Y Limon which was the half chicken with lemon sauce. I switched the wedges out for mashed potatoes. The lemon sauce was AMAZING, yet the chicken was very much so dependent on it. It wasn’t very flavorful without the sauce. The mashed potatoes were great! I went with a large group, and it seemed the stars of the night were the steaks! I highly suggest getting a steak over chicken if you’re indecisive and you enjoy red meat. Everyone with a type of beef or pork raved about their food. My drink and dessert were good. I forget the name of my dessert, but it tasted like a big pastry and it wasn’t very sweet. The dessert star seemed to be the Carmel Cheese cake. I will certainly visit Folklore again in order to try a more popular dish.
Dene B.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Chicago, IL
Came here last night for a celebration I hosted and I was really impressed. They were very accommodating for our large group(10 people) and the second we walked throw the door(which was a little early) our table was ready. I was a bit nervous hosting a dinner here since I’ve never been but everything was great! They have real candles lit on the table, which gives the dinner a really nice touch. The food and drinks were unique and tasty. Oh, I’m not big on sweets but desserts were bomb. Our waiter was really attentive but not overbearing. Overall, folklore really made my dinner celebration an awesome experience for all of my friends. The only downside is parking. I had one friend say she was driving around for 20 minutes looking for a spot but I think everyone else got lucky. I’ll definitely be back.
Trevor H.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
I’ve frequented this Argentinian establishment three times. I’m one for trying different things when I’m a repeat customer, but the meal I’ve had was so good that there really is no reason to try anything else. If my heart wouldn’t explode in a month, I’d eat it every other day. Maybe God’s nectar(liquor) is to blame. I mean, it makes music sound even better and relatively unattractive women turn hotter than molten lava when you indulge in it… so maybe I should eat here and just drink sparkling water to see if my opinion is altered. You’re going to order three-four empanadas(which are outstanding). Then you’re going to order the El Filet and shower me with praise because it is quite honestly the best $ 57 I’ve ever spent(3 X’s $ 29 = $ 57…I went to college). Words cannot describe this meal, but you cut two cuts of meat and the spinach mashed potaters are second-to-none. I even think the candles are better in this place. They seem brighter than everywhere else and that’s important when you’re dining in Chicago because you need a cars headlights to read any menu across town when you eat after dusk. I’d give this place 5 stars, but the waiters don’t make you feel too terribly good about yourself with those fancy shmancy accents of theirs. Two of the three visits I was with three women and their husbands and it’s like these voices put them in a vampire-like trance. The ladies start throwing their hair back and checking their make-up in a compact when these jokers come close to check up on the table or ask if anybody wants desert. It’s completely ridiculous. I don’t go into the Spearmint Rhino in front of them and start fawning over all of the young maidens trying to make their way through this world. Is there a Rhino in Chicagoland? Eat here. It’s great.
Erika A.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
We stopped in for some drinks late in Saturday after dinner at Pub Royale across the street. We heard they have the best mojitos in the city and had to try! First off, you walk in and the atmosphere totally grabs you. Makes you want to come back for a candlelit dinner(aka why we made a v-day rez right then and there!). We had the pineapple and pomegranate mojitos-yum! A little heavy on the sugar, but so delish. Our bartender was awesome, very friendly. I can’t wait to come back for dinner next week and hopefully turn this into a 5-star once we’ve had the pleasure of trying the food.
Elle D.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Mundelein, IL
Food was good. No doubt. But fees? Clarify the corking fees. We were told it would be 10 $ for our bottle of wine, ended up getting charged $ 20 for our half bottle of wine already open bc it was in a «larger» bottle. And another additional sharing fee? Waiters please be mindful it’s not nice for us to know WHEN we receive the check. Won’t be coming back.
Ben R.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Minneapolis, MN
Very lovely décor, lots of vintage gaucho artifacts and old wood. Complete menu with all the usual staples. Empanadas were good and come fried as opposed to oven-baked. Asado prepared very well and with lemon wedges. A tip for groups: rather than order an asado for two, order two individual one-person asados. You get twice the food for a fraction more of the cost. Service was not strong on a Sunday afternoon. They had one server and one busser for an almost-full dining room. Clientele was mostly Argentines shooting for the traditional Sunday afternoon asado, but people seemed frustrated by the single, often-absent server. It was also freezing inside; the building appears to have a significant draft. Would give four stars if there was a better service experience, but it has all of the elements in the making of being a better experience.
Amal D.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Tinley Park, IL
We went on a busy Friday night and it was totally worth the wait! Empanadas and spinach mashed potatoes were the highlight. Will definitely go back soon!
Danny C.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
I loved the food here! The taste is like Tango Sur but not a duplicate of their menu. The ambiance is great and it was delicious food. One thing that was weird: made reservations on my birthday. They called two hours before our seating and left a message«We’ve been trying to get a hold of you to confirm your reservation tonight. If you don’t confirm we will give your table away.» Maybe that’s standard operating procedure now for hot places but it was a first to me. So if you do make reservations to this great place, do answer your phone.
Frank H.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Chicago, IL
Good food, good drinks, terrible service, made reservations they did not honor, bartender & host do terrible at taking care of customers… I do not recommend coming here on a busy day. While waiting to be sat the bartender didn’t even offer us a drink while we were waiting. I tried asking and he could care less. They can not keep up. Bad experience. Will come again only on a day that’s slow.
Maricela A.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Chicago, IL
Very nice elegant place. My friend got her engagement last minute party here. The hostess and waiters where very patience with us since not all of us got there on time. We never felt pushed or rushed. While we waited we got our drinks which where very good. When my friend finally arrived I ordered«la lengua en vinaigrette» which is a cold apetizer. To my surprise it was so delicious. My friend got some stake and I tried a small peace since I’m not a big red meat eater. The meat was so good. I’ll definitely come back with a very empty stomach so I can get the stake.
Christine B.
Rating des Ortes: 4 San Francisco, CA
Amazing steak! Incredible empanadas! Exceptional service, only one issue — I was a bit bummed when I ordered a dish with broccolini and received jumbo asparagus stems instead. I would have liked to be told before it got to the table, luckily I kinda like asparagus and the amazing steak made up for it! Excellent quality for very reasonable prices. Super cute space with very unique and cool décor, very filling meal! The candle on the table was nice but it was slightly too small for the holder. Kinda scared us with the hot wax! But I still loved it! Best way to finish our meal was with a shot of fernet!!! Perfect.
Tammer F.
Rating des Ortes: 1 Chicago, IL
Summary: 1) inconsiderate, rude, abysmal, unforgivable service. 2) Great cocktails. 3) Didn’t try the food because we didn’t get a chance(see #1). A real shame. Long version: I made reservations for a party of four for 8:30pm one night. My SO and I arrived at 8pm to have a drink at the bar ahead of time. When we arrived, we checked in with the host to let him know that we were there, and we knew we were early but to keep us informed if the table opened up. The host at that time said they were running 10 – 15 minutes behind, and we may be seated at 8:45. No big deal. Our friends came to join us and we enjoyed excellent cocktails. Service at the bar is NOT quick, but it isn’t supposed to be; these drinks were complex and lovingly crafted. It was pretty enjoyable just watching the bartenders work, and they were very friendly. Kudos to those guys for being the only bright spot of the night. At 8:30pm I checked back with the host, and was told there were a couple of 4-tops that were paying and should be clear soon. At 8:45, the host told me they were a bit more delayed as the groups were lingering, but we were the next group to be seated. Then, at just after 9pm and with our group very hungry and ready to eat, I watched a group of 4 come in, obviously familiar with the host. They chatted with him for a few minutes. I watched a group of 4 leave the restaurant, and the host took his friends back to be seated. I confronted him when he returned to the stand as we were supposed to be next and it was already more than 30 minutes past our reservation time. The smug *sshole was not even apologetic: «Oh, I must have forgotten.» BS you forgot; we only talked 4 times and you specifically found us to tell us we were due to sit before your friends showed up. We left, had an excellent meal and fun time at Bangers & Lace, and despite the good-looking menu and cute restaurant will not be back. Completely and utterly unprofessional. Fortunately despite it being a Saturday, we were able to sit and order almost immediately at Bangers & Lace so the night wasn’t ruined. I recommend you take your money elsewhere. Too many great restaurants around to waste time with these jerks.
Matt R.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
Oh my lord in heaven, those G D empanadas are outstanding. Just seriously, Folklore, get the hell out of town because you have ruined everyone else’s empanadas for me. You’ve just ruined a little piece of my life with this pinnacle of very reasonably priced, multiple filling siren pockets.(Siren pockets are trademarked, so back off). I tried 5 different varieties and they all impressed. Perhaps the most unexpected were the corn, which really rung my bell. The meat choices were solid. The spinach was a true flavor explosion(wait, did you say implosion?) Did I mention that each type has a different exterior design, so you don’t look like a jackass trying to mind reader the hell out of these argentine fortune cookies? I didn’t attempt to eat anything else because why have the rump roast when you can have filet mignon(…and help me, I’m poor). I also really appreciated the interior aesthetic… like a less funny version of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean(that’s a compliment, I’m laughing at the pirates, not with them). I would have attempted to eat there but the lack of a shirt and increase in curse words shut that down. In all seriousness, just try this place out. Don’t be all Johnny Depp about it.
Maira O.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Wheeling, IL
We celebrated my sister’s birthday here and we couldn’t be any happier and glad! They accomodated a large group of 10 very well. Empanadas, lengua, and main dish Para Dos all were exceptionally delicious! I had the mango and mojoito, man not only do they taste good but the prep and presentation was fun! Definitely going back!!!
Kara B.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Chicago, IL
I’m not so sure about Folklore. I need to be convinced. It seems like the more expensive and non BYOB version. This review is just from sitting at the bar on a Friday night and ordering some drinks and empanadas… but the food menu just seems overpriced to me. We sat at the bar and enjoyed a nice $ 12 cocktail each. We told our bartender we weren’t really thinking of ordering food… and our cocktail glasses sat empty for a good ten minutes before he came back up to us and asked us if we wanted another. I just felt like we were snubbed a little bit by just sitting at the bar. We did actually want another drink and also an order of empanadas… but I was almost over it by the time I ordered it. The cocktails were made really well and I really enjoyed that part of the evening, just wish the service was on par to go along with it.
Magen R.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Chicago, IL
My boyfriend and I celebrated half a year of fun together at Folklore last week and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! This place is the perfect spot for a date night; the dark ambiance, candlelight, and tiny tables are perfectly suited for romance. We were also lucky enough to come on an evening when they were playing live music which further added to the experience. They do not normally take reservations for small groups but the awesome host bent the rules for us because we were celebrating. We were greeted quickly and offered a prime spot in the corner near the front windows. Our friendly waiter greeted us right away and helped me sort through their amazing cocktail program. I was totally torn but he steered me in the right direction in the form of a pomegranate mojito. Even though I’m not a rum girl I couldn’t have gone with a better pick. When it comes to the food the choices aren’t much easier… we struggled to sort through the vast menu which had so many awesome choices. We started off by splitting a corn empanada and the proscuitto with hearts of palm. I have to say both were great but the true standout was the empanada, so much so that I ended up ordering another one and while my boyfriend opted to order the chicken. Neither disappointed and it’s also worth mentioning that the vinaigrette they serve these with is an unexpectedly awesome complement to the empanadas. As for entrees we both knew we wanted steak but choosing one proved to be a quite challenging endeavor with both of us ordering something we had not walked in the door expecting to. I went with the El Filet off of the Chef’s Specials menu and was totally blown away. I was presented with two perfectly done filets drowning in an outstanding onion sauce along with a heaping pile of spinach mashed potatoes. It couldn’t have been any more delicious and I was almost disappointed that I was full I couldn’t eat more of it! My boyfriend’s entrée, the Costeleta, was also ridiculously great. I was glad he chose something so completely different than my entrée and that I got to try a sampling of the awesome fare that Folklore has to offer.
Beatriz R.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Chicago, IL
Pretty good place came here for my birthday order almost ever flavored empanada and they were amazing. My favorite was the ham and cheese one. Had a few cocktails and I must admit they were pretty strong! Order the churasco and while the flavor was good it was a bit too chewy for me. I didn’t even finish it but that’s maybe cuz I over indulged in the empanadas. Other wise I wouldn’t mind coming again and maybe trying a different cut of meat. The atmosphere was very nice perfect for a date night with a significant other.
Clara S.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Travis Heights, Austin, TX
I loved folklore! Amazing prices for what you get, which is a very nice restaurant and bar with a great cocktail list. Ambience is nice and romantic, but still fun. The candles were a nice touch, but this was not just a date spot because there were plenty of big groups. I’m so glad I found this place on Unilocal and loved the surrounding area as well. Food: complementary bread that kept coming warm and crispy but soft on the inside, house salads that come before most entrees– with all this you won’t leave hungry for sure! Definitely get steak at this restaurant because the meat is very reasonably priced but still of good quality and flavor. I was very pleased with my sirloin medium rare. Drinks: a nice extensive cocktail list to choose from. Prices are expected of a nice restaurant($ 10 – 12), but you can use the money you saved from the food. Overall a great find thanks to Unilocal reviews!
Jasmin T.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Chicago, IL
Folklore has some of the best drinks on division. This drink is all you need to get your night started right. They have generous sizes and the waiters give you recommendations for things to get with your food. The bread is warm and a great starter before getting your meal. Don’t get full off of it though! We decided to get two separate meals even though we knew the portions would be huge. They were. I got the churrasco and that was heaven. It was made just right and came with wedge potatoes. My partner got a steak stuffed with spinach and cheese. This was a huge portion, but unfortunately it was not what we were hoping it was. It was a little on the dry side and we wished we hadn’t gotten it. However, it did reheat well the next day as a side for our breakfast! Overall, check this place out, share your plates, and don’t get stuffed steaks.
Kate G.
Rating des Ortes: 5 The Lakes, Las Vegas, NV
Protein overload. In a good way! The menu is extensive and everything on it is amazing. Most meals come with a fresh salad and some kind of potato. The bread beforehand came out very fresh and warm. The patio is perfect for summer! Portions are generous. The staff is very kind and attentive. Love this place!
Carolyn T.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Riverside, IL
I’ve been here twice now and I definitely have a favorable impression of Folklore. This place is really convenient, which is all the more reason to drop by more frequently! The first time here we dined in. The service was very attentive and I absolutely loved the romantic décor. It has a dark atmosphere with real tall wick candles lot at each table. There was complimentary bread service, which tasted delicious. The bread came out hot, light, and buttery with a slight crisp to it. We ordered a few empanadas to share and agreed that the corn was the standout. For my entrée, I got the tortilla de papas. Honestly, it was a little disappointing and I would not recommend you order it unless bland, dry food is your thing. I probably just didn’t order the right menu item that time. They also brought us complimentary salads, which was great! The second time here we carried out our meal. We arrived, told the host we wanted to order food to carry out, then he informed the guy behind the bar, who poured us water while we waited. For a little under $ 20, we got seven empanadas for $ 2.50 each. What a great deal! We enjoyed eating those from the comfort of the apartment. These are honestly the BEST empanadas I have ever had. The corn is still my favorite, but the spinach and cheese is also a leading contender. I don’t eat meat, but my boyfriend does and he declared the beef is the best, complete with beef, egg, and cheese. We will absolutely be back for empanada carryout!
David C.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Berwyn, IL
So, I literally live upstairs. I obviously had to try this place at some point! We finally had one of those nights where there was so much snow and I was THRILLED to have found a parking space that was already shoveled out without any pesky dibs chairs in my way. There was no way I was going to surrender my precious parking spot to go somewhere for dinner. Folklore was a no-brainer. We were seated right away on a Friday evening, which was great because I was hungry. I noticed the romantic atmosphere right away. There are tall candlesticks on every table. Our host lit the candle as we were taking our seats. Not to be cheesy, but gazing into my date’s eyes over candlelight had a great romantic vibe to it. We were provided with a basket of warm, soft, fluffy bread to enjoy while we perused the menu. This was perfect bread. I couldn’t tell if they make the bread on the premises, but I was impressed by it. There were little plastic containers of butter, also. We decided on two empanadas to share as a starter. The gf doesn’t eat meat, so we were stuck with spinach and corn. The corn was definitely the stand-out; I highly recommend ordering that one. The spinach one was decent; it had a lot of spinach in it, but it lacked flavor. the braided crust was amazing, though – crispy and light. I ordered a dish with an Italian name(which confused me a little because this is an Argentinian place) that was basically a meat party in my mouth with ham, beef, and mozzarella. My meal was pretty darn good and I felt like I got a filling portion for $ 19. As hungry as I thought I was, I ended up bringing leftovers home. I guess that’s what I get for filling up on bread. My girlfriend had some kind of potato tortilla, which looked like a massive solid omelet/skillet. I thought it lacked flavor, though. It could use some hot sauce! I wished they had some type of condiment options to add spiciness to the food. I’m definitely going to be back here. That corn empanada is the best one I’ve ever had. We identified Folklore as the perfect place to enjoy a drink, the aforementioned empanadas, and maybe even dessert.(I know they have it, but we didn’t look at the dessert menu this time around because we were so stuffed.) This is a solid addition to the Wicker Park dining scene and is definitely worth a visit for a romantic evening.
Emily B.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Chicago, IL
Five star Argentinian dining! Truly a treat for a carnivore like myself. Everything was perfection. We ordered a parrillada para dos and a vacio. The most delicious side I have ever had was the spinach mashed potatoes… Speechless!!! We had a Chilean red wine which was also a very nice treat, pepper undertones which really complimented the steak perfectly. I could not have been happier with the selection.
Norm J.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Near North Side, Chicago, IL
I came here with friends to celebrate my best friend’s birthday and while we don’t tend to dine in Wicker Park… I can honestly say I am so happy we did. This was one of the best overall dining experiences I’ve had in my 8 years of living in Chicago. Environment: I really liked the set up of this place. The large communal tables mixed in with tables for parties of 2 – 4 and the soft lighting gives Folklore a real intimate feel. Drinks: Each drink we tried we thoroughly enjoyed(thankful for Über on this night). I recommend you try: — Prickly Bear — Pisco Sour — Blackberry Mojito Food: The food was divine, delicious, damn good! I sampled each dish that my friends ordered and I liked all of them equally. MMM my mouth is watering because my taste buds are crying out to go back to Folklore Argentine Grill. We had: — Berenjena: some of the best eggplant i have ever had! If you don’t like meat or feeling like you want to spare a cow… then try this dish. — Bife Vesuvio: utterly amazing! I mean the steak was filled with spinach, cheese, garlic and mar del plata. I mean who ever thought up this dish ranks in the top 10 of my favorite people. — Mar Y Tierra: 8oz filet with 2 jumbo shrimp. The steak was very flavorful and cooked to perfection. I love me some shrimp, especially when they word jumbo is involved. –EL Filet: filet served with delicious spinach mashed potatoes. I will be going back to Folklore again and again for sure!