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    Cerdito Muerto

    4.4 (23 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Yassi G.

    Amazing time here. Small, cozy, beautiful decor. Real vibey like. Great service, super nice. Food was amazing and they actually offer a lot of vegetarian friendly options that taste great. I got the potato flautas, beet taco and mushroom taco. The drinks were on point. We also got the ice cream it was creamy and cinnamony. My friends got the special dessert, it was strawberry covered in chocolate and it was so good.

    Wendy H.

    They put a lot of effort into the food. It tasted good. Served was nice. And they were very happy when I said the food was delicious. Duck nachos were crunchy. The burger is amazing too. Tuna was good, but feels like something is missing. It needs a friend. Potatoes were good, but not our favorite. Seating is a little tight and they open exactly at 5, so I don't recommend coming too early.

    Alexis C.

    You can't make a reso online here, so when I sent an email asking about a table 24 hours ahead, I wasn't optimistic about our chances of getting in. To my surprise I got an email back that night that they'd had a cancellation and could accommodate us the next day! The mood of the place is cozy, intimate, with bits of fanciful and cultural art and decor, as well as some reminders of the pool hall that the owner's grandmother used to run in the space. The staff was great, the hostess (and I think the owner's wife?) was very sweet, our server was attentive but laid back and helpful with explaining the menu, and even the owner, who was moving with alacrity stopped to thank us for coming in as we were getting up to leave. The food and drinks were also on point! I was skeptical that a taco with heirloom carrots, pepidos, pomegranate seeds, and queso fresco was going to work. But those flavors dazzled my taste buds as they came together in each bite. I was also skeptical about the clear drink I was brought after ordering a milk punch (great story about this happening to a friend in Nashville, with a less than ideal outcome). But it was delightful, I didn't even notice it wasn't creamy after my first sip. Go with friends so you can get a bunch of things to share, and be open to some interesting flavor combinations, you won't be disappointed!

    Chefs Carlos and Becky as soon as you walk in they are working hard to give you the very best
    Rosa F.

    Same day reservations are not available so it's recommended to rsvp 2 to 3 days in advance. And You can do so online. Walk-ins are available but you will wait about an hour to an hour an a half. So it's best to rsvp bc even if you just want bar seats, you still need to wait and God-daughter arrived at 7:45 pm to get our table at 9 pm. Emili (the owner) zwas helpful in informing and updating us on our table. Dario was our server and he was very attentive and sweet. We were happy with his service. The place is aesthetically pleasing, Warm and has a very beautiful lounging energy. Drinks are phenomenal. I absolutely loved my Espresso Martinez- very clever name. Dessert: Unfortunately they ran out of the cafe de olla ice cream - My main purpose for visiting was for the Aguachile and the mushrooms taco. I give the Aguachile a 6 out of 10. Aguachile is known to be A spicy lime-based marinade Mexican seafood dish. I was expecting it to be spicy but unfortunately it wasn't. It was noted to the owner as we did conversed with him after dinner and complimented him on a beautiful place, and how delicious the hamburger was and how we wanted to know more on where the chorizo comes from and he gave us that info. However, I was questioning why the Aguachile was missing that spicy kick to it. Emilio did say he'd work on it and will accommodate this specifically for us on our next visit. Im taking his word on this.

    The pozole was delicious especially with the thick texture I would order again
    Juan Z.

    Food was spot on and enjoyable and definitely would come back to try out the other half of the menu we didn't get. Only thing I was not impressed was having to stay on the cocktail list since they could not make any drinks outside the list

    Jennifer D.

    I've been meaning to try this speakeasy-style tavern in Pilsen for a while now given all the social media hype. Because the space is so small and intimate (30seats?), getting a reservation could be a challenge. No same day reservations and bookings are done through an online request form rather than a typical reservation system such as through Resy. At first glance, the bar is sleek and cozy, and staff were friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, the food and drinks didn't quite live up to the hype. The tacos were on the smaller, drier side and as someone who enjoys bold sauces and a bit of heat in my Mexican cuisine, I fund the flavors lacking. The cocktails were similarly underwhelming as I was hoping for something more spirit forward or with greater depth. Our drinks leaned pretty mild for the most part, even my mezcal one. Overall, the food and drinks felt a bit too expensive for what it is worth, especially considering the surrounding area.

    Jennifer M.

    Enjoyed an early dinner this evening at Cerdito Muerto. The space is comfortable and intimate, with a late-night vibe even at 6 pm. We were greeted warmly and seated immediately. The drinks were interesting. I had Choby's Kryptonite--tequila forward and a bit smoky. My friend tried the Espresso Martinez--awesome name, but the drink featured a banana flavor that didn't mesh well with the coffee taste. We requested a couple of other drink options during our visit and none were available--a carajillo, coffee (hot) or an affogato. For a restaurant that looks like it has a full bar, this was a bit of a letdown. The potato flautas were my favorite--more plump than traditional flautas, crispy outside and tender inside. Arguably the best part was the contrast between the warm potatoes and crisp tortilla outside vs. the fresh avocado and tasty salsa toppings. The al pastor tacos were quite spicy, so be prepared! Overall a pleasant experience.

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    Savanna G.

    What a lovely neighborhood spot! I saw this place on social media and thought I'd give it a try since I live in the area. It's easy to miss on Halsted, but there is a menu posted on the wall outside so you can see it's a restaurant. Coming in I was enamored by the sage scent, it reminded me of something I had smelled on a vacation in Mexico last year (Flamingo Estates Adriatic Muscatel Sage). There is a long ramp headed by the hostess at the end. We tried a little bit of a variety of the menu based on our server's recommendations. The paloma with house made squirt, piña colada (not at all what you imagine and delicious), flautas, al pastor and squash tacos, skirt steak tostada (the sear on the steak was perfection), and duck carnitas. I always appreciate when a place helps course out the meal, and they did this to a degree for sure. Presentation was lovely, prices are what you'd expect if not reasonable. The bathroom is cute and clean. The noise level is great for conversation and intimate groups / dates. Looking forward to coming back soon and trying more of the menu. It won't surprise me if this ends up on the Bib Gourmand list at some point.

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    Reonna T.

    Small speakeasy ish restaurant that is cute for date night or drinks with girlfriends the birria taco was okay but the al pastor and carrot taco I would come back to order. The owners and the staff were extremely nice and if you want to support a neighborhood spot I recommend this place.

    Lindsay Z.

    We had an incredible experience. It is beautiful and refined but really comfortable for the casual diner like myself. The drinks were terrific, I recommend the fire starter and the Paloma with house made squirt. The best for last is the food! Everything is tapas style so we tried about couple things. I truly enjoyed everything we had. Don't snooze on dessert... it was a perfect end to the meal.

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    We only came for drinks and they were excellent. Spoke to the owners, that were very nice. Will definitely be back

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