Mfk is a restaurant that is bordering on greatness. The dishes and flavors are so unique and refreshingly authentic that I felt transported back to Barcelona if just for a second. It's truly a memorable meal and a special gem here in Chicago. That being said, there are a few things holding it back - namely price and sometimes aggressive salt use. Here's what I had and recommend: Tortilla española (10/10): Absolutely delicious. Like a quiche but the potatoes and onions add an extra dimension to the dish. Topped with cod brandade that really rounded out the flavors. Fideos (10/10): Better than pasta, this is something I could eat for every meal. The piperade is more flavorful and interesting than a typical tomato based sauce, and the acidity works great with the cream that's been folded in. The hint of saffron adds a special umami to the dish. Albondigas (9/10): You can tell there are no bread crumbs or added fillers, just rich pork and veal flavors. Celery root puree was a unique addition that worked although a touch too salty. Braised oxtail: (9/10): The oxtail was incredibly tender and just melted in my mouth, and the polenta cakes were the best I've had. I was happy to see that they added herbs and spices to the polenta to make it more than just a supporting component. Again, too much salt in the sauce hampered the party. Salt-cured anchovies (7/10): Zesty, lemony and creamy, with a pungent fishiness that tasted just like the ocean. Pretty pricey for only 3 pieces. Boquerones (6/10): Dominated by the delicious olive oil, the anchovy flavor was unfortunately lost. Again, pretty pricey just for 3 small pieces. Crunchy prawn heads (6/10): Unique and tasty, but the dipping sauce was overly salted. Shrimp & cucumber aguachile (6/10): Good but not particularly memorable. read more

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A " small plate " restaurant with big flavor!! We just experienced a delicious meal at mfk. We've heard great reviews from friends, and they were not exaggerated. My spouse and I started with the cantabrian anchovies, then moved to the farro salad and one of tonight's specials, the smoked chicken empanadas. That was followed with the Spanish tortilla. The meal wrapped up with the clams 'n ham. Each dish was exquisite, but the Spanish tortilla was from another world! The empanadas, also a favorite tonight, feature a rich smoked chicken and are accompanied by a crispy vegetable ceviche. We were way too full for dessert. Compliments to the chef! We also had the sangria, which had a wonderful citrus finish. The service was impeccable and friendly. We hope to return very soon! read more

Husband and I tried this place out of the recommendation of a friend who raved and raved. Made reservations on Open Table. I was super excited to try it out, but left wanting....something. (maybe a glass of wine in a decent glass?) Space is small and intimate, good for a date. They were playing Beastie Boys most of the night, and the staff is hipster as they come. Picture plastic rim glasses, ill fitting clothes from Goodwill, greasy hair - you get the vibe. Bartender was super friendly and attentive however, so who cares what he was wearing, right? Started with the Walking Spanglish and this my friends is a wonderful cocktail. A nice subtle kick and well balanced, not sweet. Highly recommend. Bravo MFK. Switched to wine with dinner, and you know, the wine was probably great, however, how is one supposed to enjoy wine out of a thick, heavy, 4 in tall juice glass?! The horror! MFK - PLEASE stop serving wine in these glasses before the wine itself revolts. I get that you are trying to be modern and different, but some things are just not meant to be. Moving on.... For food we had: Bread and Butter: Publican bread, perfectly done, with delicious, creamy, salty, real butter. Shrimp & Cucumber Aquachile: nice, good flavor, would not crave to have again Anchovies on toast: husband loved them, but I am not an anchovy fan and after one bite the overwhelming fish taste and salt in my mouth left me not desiring more. $12 for 3 toasts. Tortilla espanola: husband thought this was a very nice dish, light and flavorful, and it was, but the texture was akin to eating a custard (of fish...) or maybe soft boiled egg. It would be nice firmed up a bit. Seafood Cataplana: my favorite (and really the only thing I enjoyed), though at $34 for 3 large shrimp, 8-10 mussels and a few clams - I would not order this again.The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the stewed tomatoes (3-4) were busting little morsels of flavorful heaven. Basque Cake: perfectly done, no complaints, nice almond taste. Presentation lacking as it is served alone on a boring white plate just looking so lonely and embarrassed. Overall the space is small but sultry, the prices are high, and the food is sometimes salty - as evidenced by my swollen aching feet as I lay in bed that night. However, I would return for the Walking Spanglish alone and to give the menu one more try. read more

I love this little place. I don't get to go often, but when I do it's always an amazing time. Recently had the boquerones, brussels sprouts, and the hangar steak. Couldn't have asked for anything more perfectly cooked, and well seasoned. I get it they are known for their seafood, but I can't pass up a hangar steak, it's my favorite. read more

Stumbled upon this restaurant one night when I wanted Spanish food. We got tucked in at the bar without having a reservation. Every dish on point. Got an amazing sneak peek into the kitchen. Such an amazing experience. read more

Checked it out for restaurant week. Total rip off compared with everything else we tried. Had to order the same dishes so they can serve them on "shareable" tiny plates... This place seems to try to convey both a Barcelona and a New York vibe. It succeeds in neither. read more

I finally got to try this restaurant yesterday with my dad and we loved it. My dad was at first disappointed by the menu size(we went there at noon so I don't know if there's a bigger menu at night) but in the end it didn't matter. We were seated next to a group where one lady said that if you didn't know what something was, just order it and it'll be good and she was correct. My dad later said that while restaurants like Cafe Ba Ba Reeba has a big menu and their food is alright, this place has a smaller one but it's high quality. The waitress recommended getting two plates per person in the group. And although my dad ordered an extra item, I was full by the 2nd to last dish. I would go here again to try some other dishes since the price isn't horrible. It's about $15 per dish besides the meat options but when you're sharing everything it's a good price. Since the restaurant is small I would say that the noise level gets loud just because you're so close to everyone. Around the time we went it wasn't really loud but I can imagine it being pretty loud depending on the crowd if you go later at night. read more

Horrible service and food our waiter was very rude to us and I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!! It's way to small and dark the staff is terrible and the cherry on top was i seen a cockroach I will never return again to this place Honestly don't have much to say walked in hungry and walked out hungry read more

This little lower level restaurant is tucked away on a crowded street. No matter, once you walk into the cozy layout with a wonderful bar, you feel the energy. We came for the prix fixe Valentines dinner. Wonderful simple presentation with simple fresh flavors. Familiar yet new. The service was a tad uneven, but it was busy. Overall a very satisfying experience. Come here if you really want a good meal. read more

Found this place on a "Top 10 best new restaurants in Chicago" After trying to eat our way through the city, this was a nice change of pace. Caipirinha's were on point, a little strong, but who really complains about that haha. Waiter recommendation was the ceviche on the squid ink tostada and the white anchovy and roasted pepper boquerones. Another yelper mentioned the flavor of the peppers were a little strong compared to the rest of the dish, I'd agree. We also had the grilled octopus with potato and onions finished on a lemon aioli. This was extremely good. A definite change of pace for Chicago food, but a great spot for lunch. read more

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This was the perfect sanctuary from an April shower on a Sunday evening. FYI, the restaurant is small and on the basement/ground level, like some places in NYC. We got a table for two easily, without a wait, at 7. The server recommended 2 small plates and 2 entrees, which was the right amount for us. They're all relatively smaller plates, full of flavor and not heavy. I'd highly recommend everything we got: ceviche (FABULOUS), bonito salad, braised oxtail (the polenta was so good!), and pork and veal meatballs. + horse's neck (bourbon cocktail-- we each got two ) When presented with the choice of dessert at the end (there is only one option, the Basque cake), we enthusiastically said yes! It was also great (not as dry as some reviews said it was)-- though be warned that it's mainly a lot of butter and sugar. read more

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I had been wanting to come to mfk for over a year and finally made it out with my boyfriend for an impromptu date night dinner. While I really wanted to love this place as much as the hype I had heard, I ultimately left feeling disappointed by the food. While the atmosphere, drinks, and service were fantastic, the food is the reason for the 3 star review. I do think that the concept is fantastic, and with a few tweaks such as salting and price point- this restaurant has the potential to one of the best in the city. Atmosphere: 4 stars Small, simple, cute, full by around 8:30pm on a Saturday night. Food: 3 stars Dinner was off to a great start as the ceviche was outstanding (as highlighted in many other reviews). However, things went a little downhill from there. We followed up the ceviche with the ham and polenta croquettes which were wayyyy too salty (both the croquettes themselves and the accompanying sauce). The croquettes also lacked any appreciable pieces of ham which was a disappointment. After recent travels to Northern Spain and Cuba with my fair share of croquettes, I can safely say these were not up to snuff. For mains we shared the PEI mussels which had a nice strong dill garnish, but came in a sauce that was largely oil and cream. And again, too salty. Also, considering the large bowls of fantastic mussels available at some other Chicago restaurants, $16 for 10 small mussels was outrageous. Our second main was the order of albondiagas- which again I was hoping to love (as this is typically one of my favorite dishes)- but just couldn't. Rather than being oversalted, the meatballs were bland and very forgettable. We finished with the basque cake which had a nice subtle flavor, but could have been more moist. Again, $9 is slightly too high of a price point. Drinks: Both the walking Spanglish and horse's neck were great- and I imagine the rest of the cocktail menu is as well! Would definitely come back to sit at the bar and enjoy drinks. Service: 4.5 stars Wonderful service. We felt well taken care of by the great host and bartender. Attentive without being overbearing. read more

Great food and great service. They check your vaccination card before letting you in. Most appreciated!

A real gem. We asked for a selection as everything on the menu sounded great....and were not disappointed. We had around 8 plates between us. I can recommend in particular the cerviche and the meatballs but do try anything at all. Seafood is the speciality but there are also amazing meat dishes. A great setting, fab atmosphere - and amazing, attentive staff! Thanks to all at MFK! read more

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I dined at mfk late on a Thursday night, minutes before the kitchen closed. The waitress happily greeted us and didn't mention that the restaurant closed soon. mfk's concept is tapas and the menu is small, however as a foodie, I found several interesting items to choose from. We ordered squid ink ceviche tostada, brussel sprouts, and mussels in garlic sauce. Each dish was delicately presented, flavorful, and delicious. I would suggest this restaurant for a date as it is a quaint space, with dim lights. As I was curious about the restaurant name, wondering if mfk was the chef's initials, the waitress informed us that it is named after mfk fisher, a deceased food writer. This fact adds character and meaning to this restaurant and makes my experience more memorable. read more

Needs to be open later. In the Middle of the Night i have midnight cravings for their fried prawn heads. Great restaurant, amazing drinks. That is all. read more

Dinner at mfk was absolutely fabulous! It is a culinary masterpiece! The beauty of mfk is that they serve excellent food in a casual atmosphere. The service was perfect. This is my new favorite Chicago restaurant-I can't believe I waited this long to try it! We ordered approximately 1/2 of the items on the menu and everything was delicious. read more

We had the fish heads. They are deep fried and deserved in a sauce. They are different, the sauce was delish. My husband also ordered the meatballs with polenta and onion jam. It was good. You want try something off each tasting section. Very cute quaint and bright. You walk down 4-7 stairs. I would go again and order different things so we could try their different fare. read more

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A gem hidden in plain site. An unassuming facade adorned with small foliage and a denuded sign that simply reads "mfk." With my interests piqued on a Sunday night, I stepped in. The menu, design-wise, was nice and minimal. Its dishes sea based and interesting. In fact, it was a perfect sized menu for a place like this. The interior is small--between 20-30 covers, but the atmosphere was quite enjoyable with both staffers and fellow patrons having lively banter. I was fixed up with a drink of Absinthe and a smoky margarita, both quite enjoyable. I started with boquerones (which explained to me, were fresh white anchovies) atop a baguette with red peppers and shaved fennel. A nice start, the ingredients were simple and apparent--a dish that respects the ingredients. Afterwards, I had a scallop on a bed of corn grits adorned with pickled red peppers. The first bite of this dish might have been the most interesting bite I've had all year. The scallop, perfectly cooked went quite well with the sweetness of the corn, but what set the dish off were the peppers and the little kick of spice. The subsequent bites, as expected, were struck with diminishing returns but were nonetheless good. This was a good way to end a stressful Sunday full of work. Hopefully the people of Lakeview will take to it. read more

What a fantastic restaurant! If you're in the mood for seafood, definitely try this place. It's small, so make a reservation or sit at the bar, but isn't the best for larger groups. We had a group of 4 and our waiter suggested 2-3 plates per person. They are shareable plates. We ordered: 1. Suzuki ceviche--AMAZING, super fresh 2. Boquerones-small fish, anchovies 3. Aquachile-amazing, the sauce was perfect with bread 4. Tortilla espanola-fluffy and delicious 5. Crunchy prawn heads-like a soft shell crab texture, amazing flavor 6. Croquettes-always good 7. Calamares fritos--good, I loved the pickled peppers 8. Hanger steak-delicious!! the white asparagus was perfect. We finished with the basque cake, very buttery and tasty. Overall everything was so good, there wasn't one thing we didn't like. Try this place, you won't regret it. read more

Where do I begin? So this is that old sushi place...its small...really small. Like good luck not knocking over drinks at the table next to you with your booty. Which I don't mind...but the combo of everything... And the heat was kicking! I felt like I was in a sauna. It was so hot in there! Also, no where for coats, other winter gear except bunched on your chair or in your lap. The chairs also don't have an appropriate place to hang your purse because of the rounded back. It just makes a tight space feel even more small...crowded...crammed...like sardines. The service was good. Our server was actually great. Attentive & suggestive...but never asked if they food was good. And to be honest, I was starving so if rather eat something than nothing. Is it even possible to send back every dish?? The food...oh goodness...the food. Two thumbs down! It was by far some of the worst seafood I have had in the city of Chicago. Ceviche-other reviews rave...it was so bland. It tasted like boiled fish with lime (I squeezed on it). No guacamole. No onion, no zest, no citrus splash...No pizazz. No refreshing pops in your mouth. Pass...definitely pass Croquettes-what tasted like lightly battered mashed potatoes with a miracle whip side. Where was the manchego? Is this aioli seriously miracle whip?? Tastes just like it. Tasteless. Salt less. Flavorless. Pass Whole Shrimp-half of them were already separated from the heads...so there goes any flavor we were hoping to get. Again going with the theme of the night...zero flavor. So bland, rubbery...terrible...and just swimming in a flavorless chili oil. Octopus-although it was cooked decent...ZERO flavor and don't worry, I believe the miracle whip made another appearance all underneath the octopus...which just made the dish disgusting! Fideous-only decent thing we ate because they didn't actually make the pasta. Topped with mussels & the same rubbery whole shrimp. The mussels were flavorless and overcooked. This place is DEFINITELY a pass. I'm not sure if the food is so horrible because they recently changed chefs or the other diners and me have such different tastebuds. I wouldn't waste your time here. read more

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I don't understand how this place gets good reviews. The food is bland, the service is terrible, and the atmosphere is uncomfortable. I'd been excited to come here for awhile, but had a terrible experience. My date and I arrived at 7 for 7:15 reservation, planning on first getting a cocktail at the bar because I had heard how busy this place is. I was surprised to see a few open tables and the host seated us right away. I wish I had I just gone to the bar, because we sat for 10 minutes before the server even acknowledged our existence. She then proceeded to take our entire order of cocktails and food, which I thought was strange because you usually start with drinks. Immediately afterwards, she went to the next table, a four top, and took their entire order before she even put in our drink order. For the next twenty minutes I sat in their cramped, uncomfortable, noisy basement, without a drink, watching the bartenders chat away with the people at the bar. I almost walked out of the restaurant. The drinks finally came at the 30 minute mark. Yes, it took 30 minutes to get a drink here. When they arrived I attempted to order a bottle of wine to go with our food, but the server literally ran away. Yes, she ignored me, gave me the "back in a minute" finger gesture, ran away, and never returned. I had to flag down the host and order our wine with him. Our first two dishes arrived shortly after, so we sat and stared at them for 10 minutes while waiting for the wine. Maybe my taste buds were blunted by the rage I was feeling at this point, but I didn't care for any of the dishes we had. The boquerones, tortilla, and octopus were all very bland. I echo what others have said about the portions. They are indeed small, and I remember being hungry afterwards. At one point the server decided to grace us with her presence and ask how us how we were doing. Even though both our glasses were empty, she never bothered to pour any wine. Toward the end of the meal a manager checked on us, and I let him know everything that happened. He comped our drinks and the server apologized, but the general attitude of everyone on the staff was very aloof. I think the reviews have gone to their head. I will never be back. read more

Almost every time we try some new trendy restaurant we leave thinking why didn't we just go to mfk again?

Great atmosphere, felt like we were transported to a modern European country. I was taken here for my birthday dinner and it was a perfect setting for an intimate meal. Tuna-caper "butter" - It's more like a tuna spread on toasted baguette. Tasty, with a side of butter and radish. Croquette - very light and fluffy. a more gourmet variation of previous ones I've had. Chilled peas - I usually don't like feta, but in this combination - it was wonderful! All peas and its pods were extremely fresh with a hint on mint. Razor clams - a lot more than it looked. They usually make this dish w/ cherrystone clams. If you haven't had this type of clams before, it is very similar to squid actually. Collar & Clams - delicious. Absolute highlight of the night. I have had similar dishes in Portugal before and likes to have some starch to soak up the wonderful broth... but since it only comes with a few pieces of bread, we added a side of couscous to go with it. GREAT idea it was :D This is def. not a 3 people dish. I think either 1 person's entree or share with 2.. but any more people you would have to fight for it. read more

We came here because my sister in law had googled "top restaurants in Chicago" and this place did not disappoint. It a very small restaurant with an outside patio hidden in a quiet residential-ish neighborhood. The service was spectacular, the jalapeño pineapple margaritas were to die for. We ordered mussels, shellfish saffron rice, trout and aguachile... every single plate was an explosion of flavor. It's places like this that you really don't want to write a review about because you want to have this place all to yourself! Highly recommend if you are in the Chicago area. read more

If you really have to drive here street parking is possible, but the hunt is not as enjoyable with the different one way streets and traffic. A walk here is pleasant. Even in 30 below weather. or 110 degree heat. Because at the end of your trek is a nice oasis filled with a bar stocked with the wines and the boozes. and behind this is a kitchen. With the smiles. and the foods you really want to stick into your mouth hole and go nomnomnomnom. Good times. Good peoples. Go uber home. You been here for HOURS! read more

Came here about 2 months back and the croquettes are still haunting my dreams (in a good way I guess?) We started with 2 orders of croquettes for our group of 7. By the end of the night, there was a total of 6 orders made for croquettes: 2 for starters, 2 during the main course, and 2 for dessert. Needless to say, the croquettes were a hit. Now onto the other dishes. The ceviche on squid ink tostada was good. A very light and quick dish where the flavors worked well together. The pork and veal meatballs were okay. There was a lot left to be desired from something I expected to be packed with flavor. The sea bass was my least favorite dish. Too many stray bones and not much flavor. Would never order again. The seafood cataplana (that I wish I had ordered instead of the sea bass) was amazing! Not much more to say about it than that. In conclusion: 6/5 stars for croquettes, 4/5 stars for everything else = 5/5 stars read more

came here on a Tuesday and it was loud and packed. We managed to get a table, since we offered to share if others came in. Its a cute little space, feels very New York. The servers are very good and helpful and they have great drinks. I tried the Flight of the Opera and found it interesting and well mixed. We ordered the fried avocado, the speck fritters and the scallops with grits. Overall, the food was tasty, with an eye for detail and flavors. I didnt like the avocado as much but I did like the speck and the sauce/ dip it comes with and I would always get the scallops here. I will try more seafood if Im back. Prices are a little high but its good quality food. Just dont expect a quiet evening :) read more

I love that MFK is so close to my apartment -- I'll become a regular here if they can maintain their quality. Some might call the 750-square-foot room cramped; I call it adorable. That said, you may need to seek another venue if what you want is a quiet evening or romantic date (unless your date is blessedly easygoing). I praise the kitchen for procuring such fresh Japanese sea bass for the ceviche, an especially -- and deliciously -- tart rendition set atop guacamole on three little squid ink tostadas. The ensemble of Belgian endive matchsticks, radicchio, quince segments, blue cheese and a showering of chopped pistachios is fantastic, but you have to enjoy bitter flavors to like this salad. Dollops of white bean purée serve as placeholders for tender pork and veal albóndigas, which, for a play on spaghetti and meatballs, should be ordered with the fideous (vermicelli) with asparagus and bell peppers in a spicy saffron sauce. The pasta, though tasty, is not anything special; I feel that serving it in a gratin dish with a crispy broiled top would improve it vastly and make its price of $12 a little more appropriate. Although also a bit overpriced (and crying out for some fresh or whipped cream), the crumbly, buttery Basque cake hits the spot and is the lone dessert offering, read more

Great chef, cute place and yet a disappointment I am a wine lover, so was my dinner date. I feel like a lot of foodies appreciate wine to some extend. A nice pairing always enhances your meal, and you don't have to be a sommelier to enjoy it. This place has a terribly limited, poorly selected and obnoxiously overpriced wine list where I was hard pressed to find anything to compliment our food! In Chicago, where we have access to a great variety of very reasonably priced wine it's down right embarrassing. Please reach out and I will help! I made a point to look up a $75 bottle ( Spanish blend ) we were forced to order as the rest of them were not even drinkable (we had a very sad by-the-glass experience, gewürztraminer tasted like sweetened piss and cab frank rose should have just been called a "white Zinfandel") it turned out its retail value was around $20!! They have no problem charging $75!!!!!! In other words - a big F you to the customer.... I asked the waiter what would be the corkage fee if we brought a bottle and he said $20! Seriously?! Aside from their already slim pickings as it relates to the wine section - they serve you wine in a thick tall shot glass, where you can't even get it to open. If you are not going to respect the wine - don't abuse it by serving it this way, you are insulting the wine maker and the customer. Although objectively the food was delicious and dessert was outstanding, I will never return. I felt physically sick from this experience. read more

Had high expectations but really don't understand how this place has good reviews. Mediocre food for mediocre price. The layout itself is kind of cool since it is intimate and kind of quirky (small space, interesting silverware/dishes). There are about 8 spots available at the bar and we had to ask a group to move to accommodate the two of us. Ceviche was the worst i've ever had. (travel a lot for work and have had ceviche in about 20 plus restaurants, states). Love scallops and the giant scallop here was just poor quality. Greens we're decent, cauliflower soup was good, wine was good. Service was decent, the basque cake is delicious, I'll give them that. Bottom line, if you want seafood or coastal vibe, go to SummerHouse or someplace else. read more

Went here last week and food was awesome! My favorite was the ceviche squid tostadas. I wish there was more on the plate! They had a guest bartender and he was great too. We sat at the bar and chatted it up with him. He shared recipes and favs off the menu. I would definitely go back for more! read more

Mfk - Seared Corn with cotija cheese, whole octopus, jumbo sea scallop, guest bartender drink menu - Seafood Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everything was so delicious! I can't wait to go back and order more of the menu. We tried the boquerones, whole octopus with gazpacho sauce and avocado, the snap peas with feta, and the dessert cake. We finished everything and we're pretty much licking the plate. They were out of the prawn heads and we weren't hungry enough to try the stew, but we'll definitely come back for those. Great atmosphere, too. Reminds me of a beach house or something. read more

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This was a fantastic meal. The remarkable think was how uniformly good every dish we ordered was (sardines, ceviche, shrimp salad, corn, zazor clams, whole shrimp). They have clearly worked hard to source excellent seafood. The preparations were not overdone, but instead were carefully calibrated to allow the excellent fresh seafood to shine through. The basque cake to finish was a perfect capper, especially when paired with some of the awesome mezcals as digestifs. As to the complaints about the pricing, I don't agree. Super fresh seafood can be expensive. Even so, I thought MFK was fairly priced given the quality. Aside from the terrific food, the space is bright and airy and a pleasant place to be. The service was exceptional, perfectly attentive, from beginning to end. We will be returning often! read more

Love love the food here. Ive traveled in different parts of Spain and this takes you back. Its not your traditional Spanish fare, its Spanish/seafood with a twist which is what I love. When you put fusion and twists to traditional fares, you either fail or make it big. This one makes it big and gets my gastronomical juices flowing. We had the Boquerones, Aguachile, Bonito Salad and Cataplana. Every dish was superb and well executed. The Salad was one that promised little but delivered the most. Matthew our server who was also the bartender suggested this and when it was served, I thought it was just going to be your typical spanish/greek salad with red peppers, tuna, green beans, spinach, etc. The moment my lips touched that salad, it was yum at first bite. I was very impressed. I think we ordered the right amount of food. For 2 people we spent $94 without drinks or dessert. Why only 4 stars? The service was ok not great, the ambiance was small and quaint and LOUD. Im glad we decided to sit by the bar because they were going to squeeze us in a tiny table between a table of 6 and 4 and that would have made my dining experience a disaster. This place is not cheap, for 4 small anchovies, you pay $12 but the quality is good. You don't come here to stuff your face with food but to enjoy good quality food. I recommend this place and I will be coming back for more. read more

We had a great meal at mfk! A friend lives right next door, so we met for dinner. We were a group of five and it didn't take long for us to be seated. The wine list there is fantastic--I wanted to try everything! It's been a while since we dined at mfk, but I remember having tempura avocado (delish), delicious scallops, AMAZING shishito peppers, shrimp with green papaya, and half a chicken. It was a VERY tasty meal and we all really enjoyed the entire experience. read more

Our evening out to MFK was a bit of a last hurrah so I was pleased that it did not disappoint. We had received a gift card to the restaurant as a wedding present from friends close to a year ago. We now found ourselves having moved to the burbs and expecting our first child in a week or so. Knowing our ability to go out for fancy dinners was about to come to an end we decided it would be wise to make our trip to MKF before our bundle of joy arrived. We were accompanied by two of our other friends which made the small plate experience so much better than simply dining as a duo. The atmosphere is cozy with only about 6-7 tables and the bar and being just below street level it makes you feel as though you are in on a great culinary secret as you watch feet pass on the sidewalk outside through the windows. They did have a darling little outdoor seating section set up, essentially doubling their seating capacity. However, the heavy rain the evening we visited prevented it from being used. We tried about seven dishes and greatly enjoyed all of them. However, my two favorites were the escargot and also the smoked chicken croquettes. The croquettes have a fabulously subtle but superb smoky taste and sit upon a delicious tomatillo salsa. Be sure to include this dish among your small plate selection when ordering. My only small let-down was the dessert selection. They offered two options on our evening there- neither of which consisting of chocolate. For a chocolate lover like me this was difficult to accept. Nonetheless, it was a great meal and the perfect farewell to our DINK days. read more

I decided to give this new place a try, since I am always looking for some good seafood. And on that end, MFK. definitely did not disappoint. I had their clams, shrimp and tempura avocado and all were really delicious. Not to mention the service was attentive and welcoming. However, my biggest problem with this place is the prices and the portions. For two people, spending around a hundred dollars (with cocktails) we still left feeling like we could go enjoy an appetizer somewhere else. The clams were awesome but they gave us maybe 8 or 9 (for $18) and a half pound of shrimp just turned out to be 6 shrimps (for over $20). And all this is coming from someone who generally does spend $100 on a night out (with drinks), but I almost always have leftovers. If this place had bigger portions for their prices it would easily be a five star review, but don't go there expecting the amount of food you get at pretty much any place around here for a cheaper price. read more

We went to this place a few months back. I started looking for a place to go this evening and remembered what a lackluster experience it was and felt the need to write. First we went with our 11 yo twins. The service was nice and the waiter was very attentive but that was the extent of the good. The place is really small. Tables small, chairs really uncomfortable and floors uneven so the tables rock a lot. We ordered over 90$ of food and pretty much went home hungry. So much so that I made us a pot of pasta when we go home. We would have order more food if it was good but it was pretty much meh.... So at those prices some home made pasta was cheaper and more satisfying. We went only because of the reviews and it was close to home. Could not have been less enthused. They seem like nice folks so I hope they change it up but most likely not going back. read more

I wanted to rate this restaurant higher as the starters were very tasty- crunchy prawn heads and the squid ceviche were packed with flavor. I understand tapas style and the portions for the appetizers were reasonable. It was a disappointment when the entrees arrived as I could literally count 3 small shrimps and a few small clams for the Cataplana. Our group left still hungry after spending $$$. read more

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