Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar

Chicago, IL · Puerto Rican restaurant

Rating
4.8/5
★★★★★ 4.8
Reviews
20
Rank in Chicago
#234
of 9987 restaurants
City Percentile
90%
rating percentile
Address
Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar, 4554 N Magnolia Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
Phone
(773) 739-9161
Website
marinasbistrochicago.com
Status
Closed · Opens 4 PM

Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar is a restaurant located in Chicago, IL. It is one of 9,987 restaurants listed in Chicago. Its 4.8-star rating is above the Chicago city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar

Marina’s is a chef-driven Puerto Rican kitchen rooted in heritage, hospitality, and the Uptown community of Chicago.Our menu honors the traditions of Puerto Rican cooking through thoughtful technique, careful sourcing, and deep respect for the... More

Hours

Saturday4 PM–10 PM
Sunday4 PM–9 PM
MondayClosed
Tuesday4 PM–9 PM
Wednesday4 PM–9 PM
Thursday4 PM–9 PM
Friday4 PM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Juan Pagan · Nov 2025

Being Puerto Rican, I’m always looking for restaurants that can deliver the authentic tastes from the island. Marinas Bistro and Rum Bar did not disappoint!!!! Chef Eric and his staff are amazing and the food was incredible!!! Everything was a 10 out of 10. To start, they bring you freshly made Malanga chips with a Guava butter 🤤. We order Pastelillos, Croquetas, Mofongo with Shrimp and their Chicken Sandwich all 🔥🔥🔥

★★★★★ 5.0 Katie Cortes · Feb 2026

Walked in being the first time and did not know weekends was reservation only. Eric greeted us and was able to accommodate a table for my husband and I. We traveled an hour to try this place so that meant a lot that we weren’t turned away. The atmosphere was welcoming and warm and very cultural. My husband is from Puerto Rico so seeing familiar decor was extremely warming. We ordered drinks, an appetizer, our entree and dessert. Everything on the menu looked delicious but the selection we chose was phenomenal!! We had zero complaints on presentation or taste. Well prepared and executed. We are already planning our next visit here.

★★★★★ 5.0 Jonathan Leonard · Sep 2025

I recently had the pleasure of visiting one of my absolute favorite hidden gems, and I just have to share how amazing the experience was. This quaint little spot is a bit tucked away, which only adds to its charm and makes the discovery even more special. Once you step inside, you’re immediately welcomed by a warm atmosphere and the inviting aroma of incredible food. The menu is packed with dishes you’ll definitely want to try. Honestly, it’s hard to go wrong with anything here. I highly recommend starting with the avocado salad (aguacate); it’s fresh, flavorful. Every dish that came to the table was truly outstanding. The drinks are another highlight of this place. They’re perfectly balanced and thoughtfully prepared, making them the ideal complement to the food. From the first sip to t

★★★★★ 5.0 Casey Medack · Dec 2025

We went here for a special holiday private party event they were hosting. Well, my first initial response when I saw where it was located was a surprise. Small stripmall in this neighborhood? Ok. This was truly an experience of don't judge a book by its cover. Immediately after arriving the hosted accommodated us when we arrived too early to our reservation. Big plus! Next were the drinks, I don't seek out rum when I go out, kinda boring and sugary, NOT HERE! The cocktails were outstanding, flavorful, and so delicious my husband and I had 4 each throughout dinner. That NEVER HAPPENS! Next the food, we had a preset meal, croquettes, soup, main, and desert. Such simple foods done very well. Btw if they ever have their version of mashed potatoes on the menu, please order them! Everything was

★★★★★ 5.0 Cheryl · Jul 2025

My daughter brought me here for my birthday and let me just say AMAZING!! A small but cozy place. Great customer service from the time we stepped in and dined. The young lady who waited us was very attentive and kind. Now to the food, everything we had was delicious and definitely made with love. They brought out flan with a candle which was a perfect touch. Get here ☺️

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Identifies As Latino Owned ✓ Identifies As Lgbtq Owned ✓ Delivery ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Great Cocktails ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Puerto Rican restaurantCaribbean restaurantCocktail barLatin American restaurant

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