National Tequila Day is July 24th, and whether you prefer classic margaritas, tequila flights, or innovative tequila-based concoctions, they rounded up some of their favorite spots in Chicago to raise a glass and toast to this famous Mexican spirit.
Cesar’s Killer Margaritas
Look no further than Cesar’s Killer Margaritas, a local Chicago favorite found in the Lakeview neighborhood.
The high-energy, family-owned restaurant serves up Mexican dishes inspired by traditional recipes passed down through generations.
But don’t forget this is also the home of the Killer Margaritas, with over a dozen legendary flavors, from blue curacao to banana to guava.
Having a hard time choosing one flavor? You can’t go wrong with their frozen margarita flights.
Cesar’s also offers 24 oz. margaritas, SUPER MEGA sharable margaritas, and pitchers, along with 16 oz. margaritas to-go, either frozen or on the rocks.
One sip and your taste buds will dance with delight.
2924 N Broadway
Tatas Tacos
For those seeking a perfect pairing of tequila and tacos, you’re sure to love Tatas Tacos.
With three locations – Portage Park, Lakeview, and Six Corners – this cantina offers a delightful fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and contemporary culinary techniques.
Indulge in the delectable tacos while their extensive selection of tequilas, including smooth blanco, aged reposado, and rich añejo varieties, adds the perfect accompaniment to your meal.
And for a truly fun night, check out their impressive Margarita Tower.
Or join Tatas Tacos’ Margarita Club! Members receive10% off margaritas ordered at any location, dine in only, 1 free margarita after every 10 purchased, a complimentary t-shirt, and more.
- Portage Park – 5700 W Irving Park Rd
- Lakeview – 2826 N Lincoln Ave
- Six Corners – 4929 W. Irving Park
Amerikas Restaurant
Get ready for a feast of flavors with Amerikas Restaurant, a little piece of Oaxa nestled in Oak Park.
This dynamic eatery offers a melting pot-style menu breaking down the culinary borders, combining Latin American cuisine with flavors from around the world.
With a well-curated selection of premium tequilas, you can savor the smoothness of your favorite variety, or enjoy a margarita with fresh squeezed juice, tequila, triple sex, and house sour mix.
Most of the cocktails at Amerikas are created with mezcal, including the Samaritana, a combination of tart and spicy mescal, hibiscous/chile de arbol syrup, lime, and triple sec.
734 Lake St., Oak Park, 60301
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, the hot new destination on Chicago’s Restaurant Row is celebrating its first National Tequila Day on Monday, July 24 with half off all shots of tequila, all day long in their lounge. Patrons can start the week off on a strong note with this iconic brand from South Florida known for its fast-casual taqueria by day and speakeasy-style lounge by night concepts.
912 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Kōmo Chicago
Kōmo Chicago, the hot boundless Japanese destination on West Loop’s Restaurant Row, located at 738 W Randolph St., is cheering to one of our favorite spirits with two specialty cocktails available all weekend. Patrons can stop in and enjoy Añejo Cristalino Tequila – in their KŌMO smoke show old fashioned, which comes with smoked maple or oak wood chips. Komo will also be offering a tequila twist on their signature Japanese cocktail, the Hanami, a beautiful raspberry pink cocktail garnished with dried hibiscus sea salt and featuring Clase Azul Blanco.
738 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
Guzman y Gomez
In the burbs and looking for a place to salud to National Tequila Day? Guzman y Gomez, one of the world’s fastest-growing authentic Mexican fast-food restaurants with locations in Naperville, Schaumburg and Crystal Lake is offering $3 frozen margaritas with the purchase of any item. Make it a full meal with options such as fresh, made-to-order burritos, bowls, nachos, tacos, nachos fries and their famous Cali burrito (a burrito with fries in it).
1519 N Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL 60563
Federales
Located in Fulton Market, Federales is the bar and restaurant with a high-energy vibe and a focus on tequilas + tacos, sporting some of the best non-margarita tequila drinks; while there are upwards of 14+ margaritas on the menu, they also offer new takes on classics showcasing tequila front and center like the Mezcal Old Fashioned, the Tequila Mule, and the Negroni Mezcal.
But possibly the most fun non-margarita tequila cocktail is the Pinche Paloma, made to share and served upside down in a cowboy hat with a bottle of Owen’s Grapefruit and Lime, blanco tequila & a heavy hand of fresh squeezed limes for a crushable, crave-able and Instagrammable cocktail.
Big straws for sipping and a shiny LED ice cube make this a must-try tequila drink for the unofficial boozy holiday.