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Mercat a la Planxa
Mercat a la Planxa is one of the best spanish restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
Mercat a la Planxa is a spanish pick in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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8.4
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Based on 927 reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Price and pace
More of a night out
Neighborhood
Chicago | Located in The Blackstone Hotel, 638 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Price
More of a night out
Google rating
8.4 from 927 reviews
Address
Chicago | Located in The Blackstone Hotel, 638 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
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Mercat a la Planxa looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 8.4 rating across 927 Google reviews.
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8.4 from 927 Google reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Style
Spanish in Chicago
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More of a night out
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Google rating: 8.4 from 927 reviews
Price point: $$$
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- Address
- Located in The Blackstone Hotel, 638 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
- Price
- $$$
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 8.4 (927 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Spanish
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Mercat a la Planxa serve?
Mercat a la Planxa is a Spanish restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Mercat a la Planxa is a spanish pick in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
What is Mercat a la Planxa best for?
Mercat a la Planxa is best for cocktail, date night. Mercat a la Planxa looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 8.4 rating across 927 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Mercat a la Planxa?
Mercat a la Planxa is in the More of a night out price range ($$$). Google rating: 8.4 from 927 reviews
Is Mercat a la Planxa worth visiting?
Mercat a la Planxa holds a 8.4 Google rating from 927 reviews. Mercat a la Planxa looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 8.4 rating across 927 Google reviews.
Where is Mercat a la Planxa located?
Mercat a la Planxa is located at Located in The Blackstone Hotel, 638 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is Mercat a la Planxa good for a date night?
Yes — Mercat a la Planxa is tagged for date night dining. Mercat a la Planxa looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. It also holds a 8.4 rating across 927 Google reviews.
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