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Mambo Grill

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4.0 rating over 2 reviews

412 N Clark St
Chicago, IL
(312) 467-9797 View the Menu
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Description: Mambo Grill is a Spanish, International, and Latin American restaurant where most Menuism users came for fun with friends, paid between $10 and $25, and tipped more than 18%.  Tags: , , and
   
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Hot South & Central American specialties & award-winning decor define the energetic, spirited character of Mambo Grill. Traditional Latin dishes, set off by unexpected twists & unusual sauces, are an exciting departure from the typical Mexican meal. The dark, postmodern atmosphere with its vivid cyber-Chicano iconography adds to the fun. Choose from our fabulous wine list featuring more than 60 selections with emphasis on South America and Spain, more than 60 tequilas and mezcals, and more than 70 rums and cachacas.

Every Wednesday -- Half-price pitchers of Mambo Rita or Sangria with two entrees; Every Thursday -- Half-price bottles of wine with two entrees; Every Friday -- Half-price Mambo Mojitos by the glass or pitcher.

$3.95 Bar Menu available Monday - Friday, 3 PM to 6 PM.

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January 11, 2008

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not bad the first time...

after seeing mixed reviews on multiple review sites, i was a bit hesitant about mambo grill, but the reviews were more good than bad so we went ahead and tried it anyways. the food came out nicely and colorfully presented, but seemed somewhat hit-or-miss as far as flavors. prices are also on the higher side. redeeming factors were the casual, but cozy & festive ambiance and stellar friendly service.
parking is something of a pain in the area, but there’s a parking lot across the street ($16 flat rate) and valet is offered fri/sat nights.

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Traditional Chips and Salsa

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crispy tri-color chips with an offering of three dips: fresh guacamole, diced tomato salsa, and super spicy salsa. the guacamole was my favorite— very good.

Vegetables! - Mambo Combo Paella at Mambo Grill

Mambo Combo Paella

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3.5 stars. i got the veggie paella, which tasted healthy w/all the colorful bell pepper squares, but was a dud for my tastebuds. i’m sure i could’ve enjoyed the paella more if i had gotten the seafood one. oh well.

Bacardi Coconut Colada

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it wasn’t quite as sweet or slushy-like as what i’ve usually had, but i still enjoyed it.

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January 13, 2008

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Mambo Grill

Overall a nice restaurant to dine and spend time with friends. Service was great. The food that I ordered was about average.

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Caribbean Barbecued Salmon at Mambo Grill

Caribbean Barbecued Salmon

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The salmon was pretty good, but the barbecue sauce was a bit much. The sauce made the whole dish very salty.

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