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Manchamanteles Restaurant Chef-driven Mexican cuisine by Chef Geno Bahena in Chicago’s Bucktown.
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Celebrating the rich flavors of Mexico through seasonal menus, signature moles, cooking classes, patio dining, private events, catering, lunch, brunch & dinner Wed–Sun.

EL MONARCA | EL CAMINO ENTRE DOS MUNDOSThe invisible path between two worlds.The third course of El Monarca, Chef Geno B...
10/20/2026

EL MONARCA | EL CAMINO ENTRE DOS MUNDOS

The invisible path between two worlds.

The third course of El Monarca, Chef Geno Bahena’s Día de los Mu***os tasting menu, features Nogaditas, inspired by the connection between those who came before us and the generations who carry their traditions forward. The white nogada evokes the spirit and purity of those who have passed, while the surrounding ingredients represent the earth, life, and the memories that unite us.

Four courses. Four moments. One journey.

Join us October 30 at 7 PM, October 31 at 7 PM, or November 1 at 6 PM for El Monarca, a Día de los Mu***os journey through Mexican heritage, memory, and tradition.

Reservations are required. Reserve through Tock or visit our website.

Manchamanteles
2009 N. Western Ave. | Chicago

Vegan and vegetarian dining, rooted in Mexican tradition.At Manchamanteles, our menu celebrates the depth of Mexican cui...
10/18/2026

Vegan and vegetarian dining, rooted in Mexican tradition.

At Manchamanteles, our menu celebrates the depth of Mexican cuisine with thoughtfully prepared dishes for a range of dietary preferences, from handmade corn masa to our house-made moles.

Huarache de Mole Amarillo
Flat-grilled corn masa topped with mole amarillo, grilled bell peppers, poblano peppers and onions, pickled red onions, and red chile salsa.

Vegan Sopes de Mole Verde
Two corn masa sopes topped with black beans, grilled zucchini, squash medallions, and grilled cauliflower, finished with mole verde and served with habanero salsa.

Enchiladas Vegetarianas
A vegetarian take on a Mexican classic, prepared with care and quality ingredients.

Join us Wednesday through Sunday for brunch, lunch, and dinner at Manchamanteles.

2009 N. Western Ave., Bucktown, Chicago.

EL ALTAR — Pato en Mole NegroSome flavors carry the memory of those who came before us.The second course of EL MONARCA, ...
10/17/2026

EL ALTAR — Pato en Mole Negro

Some flavors carry the memory of those who came before us.

The second course of EL MONARCA, Chef Geno Bahena’s Día de los Mu***os tasting menu, is an homage to memory, family, and the traditions that keep our loved ones close.

Pato en Mole Negro celebrates the depth of mole negro—a complex interplay of chiles, spice, sweetness, bitterness, toasted notes, time, and patience. Inspired by the altar, where photographs, candles, flowers, and favorite foods bring memories to life, this course honors the stories, teachings, and love that remain with us.

You are gone from our sight, but you are never gone from our hearts.

Experience EL MONARCA, a four-course Día de los Mu***os journey at Manchamanteles, guided by Chef Geno Bahena.

October 30 & 31 at 7 PM
November 1 at 6 PM
$75 per person + tax and gratuity

Reservations required. Reserve through our website or Tock.

📍 Manchamanteles | 2009 N. Western Ave., Chicago

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MADRE | The Beginning of EL MONARCA“Cooking is an act of giving.” — Chef Geno BahenaThe journey begins with Madre, the f...
10/16/2026

MADRE | The Beginning of EL MONARCA

“Cooking is an act of giving.” — Chef Geno Bahena

The journey begins with Madre, the first course of EL MONARCA, our Día de los Mu***os tasting experience.

A tamalito de mole rojo, Madre pays tribute to the mothers and grandmothers whose hands, recipes, and traditions shape generations of Mexican cuisine. Wrapped in corn, it carries the essence of home: maíz, chile, masa, and memory.

For Chef Geno Bahena, this course honors the women who taught us that cooking is more than preparing food. It is a way to love, to remember, and to give.

The first of four chapters in a culinary journey inspired by Mexico, family, migration, and the enduring connection between generations.

EL MONARCA — A Día de los Mu***os Journey by Chef Geno Bahena

October 30 at 7 PM
October 31 at 7 PM
November 1 at 6 PM

$75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations required.

Join us at Manchamanteles in Bucktown, Chicago, for this special four-course communal tasting experience.

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EL MONARCA | DÍA DE LOS MU***OS AT MANCHAMANTELESA journey through memory, tradition, and the path between two worlds.Fo...
10/13/2026

EL MONARCA | DÍA DE LOS MU***OS AT MANCHAMANTELES

A journey through memory, tradition, and the path between two worlds.

For Día de los Mu***os, Chef Geno Bahena presents El Monarca, a four-course tasting inspired by the monarch butterfly—a symbol of migration, family, remembrance, and the traditions that connect generations.

Rooted in Mexican heritage, Día de los Mu***os is a time to honor those who came before us. Through the ofrenda, marigolds, and cherished offerings, we celebrate the enduring bond between the living and those we carry in our hearts.

Each course of El Monarca tells a chapter of this journey, from the first offering to the path between two worlds, culminating in a celebration of remembrance.

THE TASTING

Madre — Tamalito de Mole Rojo

El Altar — Pato en Mole Negro

El Camino Entre Dos Mundos — Nogaditas de Chile en Nogada

La Ofrenda — Corn Husk Co**ha, Mexican Chocolate Mousse & Atole de Piña con Alegría

The corn husk co**ha is created in collaboration with Au Levain Bakery, bringing a familiar Mexican tradition into the story of El Monarca.

THREE EVENINGS · ONE EXTRAORDINARY TRADITION

October 30 & 31 at 7 PM
November 1 at 6 PM

$75 per person + tax and gratuity
Reservations required.

Join us at Manchamanteles in Bucktown for a limited, four-course experience honoring the flavors, stories, and traditions of Día de los Mu***os.

Reserve your table through our website. Visit manchamanteles.com for details and reservations.

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10/13/2026

As we approach our third anniversary in Bucktown, we’re grateful for everyone who has been part of the Manchamanteles journey. Thank you, Becky in Chicago, for joining us and sharing your experience with your community. Your support means so much to us.

To all our guests, thank you for continuing to celebrate Mexican cuisine, tradition, and hospitality with us. We look forward to welcoming you to Manchamanteles for many more memorable moments.

Mexican Catering in Chicago for Gatherings Worth Bringing Everyone Together.From family celebrations and holiday gatheri...
10/09/2026

Mexican Catering in Chicago for Gatherings Worth Bringing Everyone Together.

From family celebrations and holiday gatherings to corporate events and special occasions, Manchamanteles brings the traditions of Mexican cuisine to your table.

Our catering menu features the dishes that define our kitchen, from our signature moles and enchiladas to tamales, tacos, cochinita pibil, and more.

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or catering for a large group, we can help you find the right selection for your occasion.

Planning a larger event? Let us help you bring it together.

Explore our catering menu and place your order directly through our website. If you’re hosting a larger gathering or need guidance selecting dishes and quantities, inquire with our team. We’d be happy to help personalize your catering order to suit your event.

Need catering on short notice? Same-day orders are welcome, subject to availability.

Hosting a celebration? Welcome your guests to Manchamanteles in Bucktown, where our dining rooms and private event spaces offer a setting for gatherings of all sizes.

This holiday season, gather around the table with us. Manchamanteles will be open on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, and we’d love to be part of your celebrations.

Explore our catering menu and private event options through the link in our bio.

Manchamanteles
2009 N. Western Avenue | Bucktown, Chicago

THE AZTEC GRILL.At Manchamanteles, our cooking begins with the fire.Our Aztec Grill draws from the open-fire cooking tra...
10/07/2026

THE AZTEC GRILL.

At Manchamanteles, our cooking begins with the fire.

Our Aztec Grill draws from the open-fire cooking traditions of Mesoamerica, where wood, heat, and time have long been essential to the way food is prepared.

We cook over mesquite wood, allowing the fire to shape the flavor of each ingredient — creating the char, smoke, and depth that define our cocina de humo.

It is a tradition we continue through our own kitchen in Bucktown, using the grill as both a cooking method and a connection to Mexico’s culinary history.

Join us at Manchamanteles and experience our cooking over fire.

Open Wednesday–Sunday for brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Reservations recommended.
2009 N Western Ave, Chicago.

MOLE, TO TAKE HOME.Seven expressions of Mexican tradition, prepared in the kitchen at Manchamanteles and available in 16...
10/05/2026

MOLE, TO TAKE HOME.

Seven expressions of Mexican tradition, prepared in the kitchen at Manchamanteles and available in 16 oz and 32 oz.

Rojo — rich, balanced, subtly sweet
Verde — fresh herbs, light and bright
Negro — deep, complex, bittersweet chocolate
Amarillo — nut-free, light, earthy, with notes of licorice
Chichilo — smoky, rustic, bold
Pipián Verde — smooth, fresh, pumpkin and sesame seeds
Mole Madre — nut-free, deep and evolving

Take the mole home for your table, or bring Manchamanteles to your next gathering through our catering program.

For catering inquiries, visit our website. We also welcome you to host your next event with us at Manchamanteles.

Open Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Manchamanteles
2009 N Western Ave.
Chicago, IL

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10/05/2026

September was a beautiful month of celebrating Mexican culture, heritage, and the traditions that bring us together.

Thank you to everyone who visited Manchamanteles throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, and a special thank you to Daisy for sharing her visit with us. We’re grateful to every guest who continues to make us part of your celebrations, dinners, gatherings, and moments around the table.

Now, we look forward to welcoming you throughout October as we enter the holiday season.

Join us at Manchamanteles in Bucktown and celebrate the season with us. We’ll also be open on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, making it easy to gather around the table with family and friends.

We can’t wait to welcome you.

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2009 North Western Avenue
Chicago, IL
60647

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

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