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Frontera Grill vs Mindy's Bakery
Both Frontera Grill and Mindy's Hot Chocolate are highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Mindy's Hot Chocolate is the choice of most writers compared to Frontera Grill. Mindy's Hot Chocolate comes in at #2 in Chicago with recommendations from 15 sources such as Travel + Leisure, BlackBook and The Infatuation.
Frontera Grill
Concierge
Insight Guides
BlackBook
Gayot
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445 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60610
From $31 /night
Concierge
"Rick and Deann Bayless have been wowing diners with their pioneering new takes on tacos, beans, and sauces since 1987."
Insight Guides
"Rick Bayless, one of the country’s most influential champions of Mexican cuisine, got his start here, showcasing well-executed dishes."
BlackBook
"Despite the absence of celeb chef Rick Bayless' physical presence, you'll feel the force of his formidable resume in the strength of the scrum around the bar waiting for tables."
Gayot
15.0
"This is one smooth ride across Mexico's culinary landscape, and it has become a mecca for food lovers in Chicago."
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Rough Guide
Star
"Wildly imaginative Mexican food: Frontera Grill is crowded and boisterous; Topolobampo is more refined and pricier."
Mindy's Bakery
Fodor's
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Zagat
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1747 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
From $25 /night
Fodor's
"The savory menu is well crafted, too, with choices such as a pork chop with sausage and spaetzle and a tuna melt made with tuna poached in olive oil, wild capers, and Havarti cheese."
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Frommer's
"Owner Mindy Segal built her reputation as a pastry chef, so no matter what you order here, make sure you save room for dessert."
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Travel + Leisure
"The dessert selection is the primary focus, and it includes warm brioche doughnuts and seven kinds of hot chocolate, each served with homemade marshmallows."
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Zagat
4.4
""Mind-blowing" desserts... might get top billing at Mindy Segal's Bucktown American, but fans say the "upscale" comfort food is "really good" too."
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BlackBook
"Whether it's elaborate sweets, coffee or a full-scale brunch you seek, demitasse portions are the order of the day at this more stylish than cozy dessert spot and restaurant."
