We Think Our Food Is Great
Don't just take our word for it, see what others have to say about us. Check out the following articles written about us. At Manchamanteles Restaurant we take pride in serving you the best ingredients to create the best possible dining experience.
theinfatuation.com
New Chicago Restaurants to try Now!
"Manchamanteles is the size of a football field, sounds like a soothing elevator ride with classical and jazz music, and smells like mole. This makes sense, because this new Mexican restaurant in Bucktown is mole-focused. It's also from the chef behind Mis Moles, one of the best Mexican restaurants in Chicago."
Eater Chicago
A Well-Known Mole Master Brings His Brand of Upscale Mexican to Bucktown
" This latest endeavor leans into Chef Bahena’s specialty — moles — which should come as no surprise as the restaurant is named for mole manchamanteles, or “tablecloth stainer,” an iconic and distinctive Oaxacan mole known for its rich, deep color (thus the laundry reference) and spicy-sweet flavor. "
ChiBBQKing
Chicago Chow King / Regional Eats Champ
" They hired renowned Chicago chef Geno Bahena. He was one of the original chefs at Rick Bayless’ higher end spot, Topolobampo, before going off on his own and opening a handful of restaurants in Chicago, California and Arkansas. Bahena is known as the Mole King of Chicago. "
theinfatuation.com
New Restaurant in Bucktown
"The menu focuses on different moles, perfectly cooked wood-fired meats, and regional dishes from across Mexico. Things like a fantastic smoky chicken doused in black mole and grilled Chilean sea bass with green mole make an appearance. Even the non-mole dishes, like cochinita pibil served with tortillas that are as soft as a baby blanket, are fantastic. "
"At Manchamanteles Restaurant, you can experience the true essence of Mexican cuisine. From seasonal dishes to grilled meats and signature moles. Executive chef, Geno Bahena joined us to share a taste of the restaurant’s authentic offerings along with some taco-making tips and tricks."
Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe
timeout.com
The 38 Best Mexican Restaurants in Chicago
"From chef Geno Bahena—a legend in Chicago's Mexican food scene—comes this refined Mexican restaurant on Western Avenue in Bucktown. Specialties include the house moles, duck breast served atop a creamy chipotle sauce, chile rellenos and a full carne asada steak. The rotating seasonal menu highlights a variety of dishes that will call you back for more."
Eater Chicago
A Well-Known Mole Master Brings His Brand of Upscale Mexican to Bucktown
" In this episode, Chef Geno Bahena talks about his new restaurant Manchamanteles — near the intersection of Armitage and Western avenues — his introduction to the fine art of mole at age 11 and how he helped open Frontera Grill with Rick Bayless. "
elrestaurante.com
Chicago Mexican Restaurants Amongst Chicago Hottest
" Mole-focused Manchamanteles, named after one of Mexico’s national dishes, is the city’s latest entry from Chef Geno Bahena, who’s made a name for himself throughout Chicago and beyond for his embrace of regional Mexican cuisine and his exquisite recipes for mole (hence his nickname: The King of Mole). Moles, wood-fired meats, and regional dishes from across Mexico star on the menu. Oaxacan black mole with lamb and a green mole with sea bass are among the offerings Chicago Magazine recommends."
chicago.eater.com
The Best Brunches in Chicago
"Frontera Grill and Topolobampo veteran Geno Bahena’s new Bucktown restaurant Manchamanteles serves chilaquiles made with mole or red or green chile sauce along with huevos motuleños, a Yucatan dish featuring a crispy tostada loaded with bacon, roasted tomatoes and black beans. For something on the sweet side, try the tres leches pancakes covered with sliced strawberries and whipped cream. "