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Bar Mar
120 N. Wacker Dr., Chicago 60606 Driving directions
Seafood,Spanish

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  • Seafood
  • Spanish
  • Air conditioning
  • Wheelchair access
  • Valet parking

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Description

Add this lustrous pearl to the treasury of Chef José Andrés’ culinary empire. The eye-catching décor includes a glowing octopus sculpture that looms above the central bar--a visual cue for the oceanic theme. Business types make up the bulk of the clientele, but a signature sense of whimsy pervades, keeping things from feeling stuffy.
The seafood-centric menu deftly juggles Spanish and Latin-American flavors, seen in starters like mussels in escabeche, or a Peruvian-inspired bigeye tuna ceviche with ponzu sauce, puffed quinoa, and furikake. Oysters on the half shell are delicious as is, but a dose of leche de tigre provides further enhancement. You’ll also find elevated takes on standbys like lobster rolls and fried calamari, all done with a deft touch.

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  • From $100
    Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop
    Very good 8.2
    172 m - 28 North Franklin Street, Chicago IL 60606
  • From $68
    La Quinta by Wyndham Chicago Downtown
    Very good 8
    262 m - 1 South Franklin, Chicago IL 60606
  • From $84
    The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop
    Very good 8.1
    297 m - 171 West Randolph, Chicago IL 60601

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