Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 2194 reviews

What Chris Spadafora likes about Chilam Balam:
Wonderful experience at Chilam Balam. Small yet powerful menu with a wide variety of selections depending on your dietary restrictions. Service was super personal and friendly. Ended up settling for the chefs special and was the best move. Every dish was expertly prepared and individually crafted. Ensure you bring your own wine or liquor as this place is BYOB. A nice additional touch as they have mixers for your cock... View all feedback. What Luc Walkington doesn't like about Chilam Balam:
I have been a Chilam Balam evangelist for a long time but now won’t be coming back. Highly irritable and testy staff. Unfortunately, it’s not a singular experience for patrons, as evidenced by nearly every sub 5 star review having to do with an off putting encounter with the owner, not the quality of the food. I actually love the food but would rather spend my at an establishment run by professionals. Sadly, I’m anti... View all feedback.

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Restaurantji
4.0 ★ from 188 reviews
Tasha
06.02.2024 - 09:41

The food was amazing. Shareable plates that are great for the whole table. Small restaurant with just a few tables, so make a reservation. Just so good! Drinks...

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Joey
06.02.2024 - 09:41

Chilam Balam is like home to me. Ever since I started coming here I couldn't stop! The staff are always welcoming and friendly, while serving up some of the BES...

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Kim
06.02.2024 - 09:41

At the suggestion of our server, we had the chef’s selection—a wonderful array of appetizers and entrees, each better than the last. To be honest, everything wa...

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Parker
06.02.2024 - 09:41

Absolutely incredible experience. I've been here with my fiance a handful of times, and it's always amazing. Luis is a fabulous server and host, and Soraya in t...

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Luc
06.02.2024 - 09:41

I have been a Chilam Balam evangelist for a long time but now won’t be coming back. Highly irritable and testy staff. Unfortunately, it’s not a singular experie...

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Chilam Balam has received mixed reviews from patrons regarding their food and service. While some customers rave about the amazing small plate menu options, delicious food, and warm atmosphere, others have complained about the high prices, rude staff, and disrespectful owner. The restaurant offers a BYOB policy which some appreciate, while others feel they are being upsold to spend more. Despite the negative feedback, there are loyal customers who continue to enjoy the unique and tasty dishes offered at Chilam Balam. Overall, it seems that the experience at this establishment can vary greatly depending on individual interactions with the staff.

Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 701 reviews
Parwinder
02.08.2023 - 11:58

Great small plate menu options. The simple dishes were really well done. The prices were on the higher end of what I would be willing to pay however the BYOB op...

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Clara
02.08.2023 - 11:58

Went for my birthday as a group of 10 this week. I had to put down a $10/pp deposit when I called in the reservation. This went towards our final bill. Just let...

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Andrey
02.08.2023 - 11:58

Guy Fieri knows good food and boy was he right about Chilam Balam! No idea what these yuppies are complaining about in the reviews, if you want amazing, unique,...

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Chris
02.08.2023 - 11:58

Wonderful experience at Chilam Balam. Small yet powerful menu with a wide variety of selections depending on your dietary restrictions. Service was super person...

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Nancy
02.08.2023 - 11:58

I absolutely loved the vibe here at this little restaurant ! Good music! Good steak! Nice BYOB spot ; . the coconut mussels and ceviche were savory!

Menu
3.3 ★ from 3 reviews
Nikolas
09.12.2017 - 14:18

Our lovely friends treated us to dinner here last night, and I'm glad we were finally able to come visit! Service & atmosphere: the place is a small and

Geoffrey
09.12.2017 - 14:18

I would probably give this place 4 stars if it wasn't so dang expensive.

Ricardo
09.12.2017 - 14:18

The food is pretty good for the most part but it's 50% too expensive.

Yelp
3.5 ★ from 812 reviews
Cassie
16.07.2023 - 18:49

This is a really cool spot. I forgot to take pictures, but it's a small restaurant that is kind of underground. It's the garden level. I wouldn't have known...

Paul
16.07.2023 - 18:49

Chilam Balam is a hidden gym in Lakeview East. Don't let the peculiar ambience deter you- the food here is delicious! We had the watermelon salad, sweet...

Geoffrey
16.07.2023 - 18:49

The average score for this establishment is accurate. This is the average of having good food, poor service and shady practices. This establishment is...

Google
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Alex
31.10.2023 - 08:46

Absolutely incredible food, atmosphere, service, everything. This is a place to come with a friend or friends and share tastey plates. Typically order 2 or 3 pl...

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