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All reservations are made through OpenTable and are prepaid. Choose the Tasting Menu, Chef’s Counter or Taco Omakase when you book.

The Tasting Menu ($200) is 12–14 courses served in the dining room for 2–8 guests. The Chef’s Counter ($225) is 14–16 courses at our seven-seat counter facing the open kitchen, for 1–7 guests. The Taco Omakase ($125, drinks included) is an 8-course late-night taco menu at the counter, starting at 10 pm.

We’re open Wednesday through Sunday, 6 pm to midnight. The Taco Omakase is served at 10 pm.

Smart casual.

We can’t accommodate allergies or dietary restrictions for the Taco Omakase. For the Tasting Menu or Chef’s Counter, please email reservations@carinochicago.com before you book so we can let you know what’s possible.

The cancellation terms for your booking are shown on OpenTable and in your confirmation. For changes, email reservations@carinochicago.com or call (312) 722-6838.

Yes. Digital gift cards are available on our gift cards page.

Tacos with Friends is Cariño’s late-night charity taco omakase series. Chef Norman Fenton cooks with a guest chef for one night, and proceeds go to a charity partner. The June 13, 2026, edition, with Chef Sarah Thompson of Casa Playa in Las Vegas, benefited Latinos Progresando. See past editions and get first notice.

Yes. Cariño has wheelchair access and a gender-neutral restroom. If you have specific needs, email reservations@carinochicago.com and we’ll help.

Street parking is available around 4662 N. Broadway. The Wilson Red Line stop is a short walk away.

Beverage Director Ray Medina’s cocktail menu focuses on agave spirits and carefully chosen Mexican beers, and he designs non-alcoholic pairings to match the menu. Sommelier Richie Ribando leads a wine program focused on Central and South America. The Taco Omakase includes drinks. Meet the bar team.

We’re at 4662 N. Broadway in Uptown, a short walk from the Wilson Red Line stop. Get directions.