Counter or dining room at Cariño
Yelp reviewers remember familiar Latin American dishes in unexpected forms, especially the aguachile and the huitlacoche ravioli. At the counter, guests watch the team plate dishes and talk with the chefs. Pick the counter for that conversation, and the dining room if you want more attention on your own table.
Many Yelp reviewers enjoy the music and the casual manner. One anniversary diner wanted something quieter and more formal, so don't book Cariño expecting a hushed celebration. Dishes change, so a favorite from someone's review may not be on your menu.
How much does dinner at Cariño cost for two?
Two dining-room menus are 2 × $200 = $400; two counter menus are 2 × $225 = $450; two taco menus are 2 × $125 = $250, including alcoholic drinks. These are listed-price subtotals. They leave out tax, any service charge, gratuity and supplements. Ask for drink and pairing prices for the dining room and counter.
How do you book a table at Cariño?
Book the named experience on OpenTable. All three listings say prepaid. Before paying, read the release schedule, the cancellation, rescheduling and transfer terms, and the final checkout charges. You can also ask reservations@carinochicago.com or 312-722-6838.
Official hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 6 p.m. to midnight. Ask when the taco seating starts. Confirm your experience's start and finish before booking transport home.
Dietary limits and arrival
The taco omakase allows no allergy or dietary accommodations. If anyone avoids ingredients, ask about the other formats, their limits and how much notice they need before paying. The taco menu includes alcohol. Ask about age rules and an alcohol-free option.
At 4662 N. Broadway, OpenTable lists street parking, smart casual dress and wheelchair access. Confirm the entrance, restroom and counter route directly. Ask the restaurant to confirm a finish time. Keep the end of the evening flexible until it does.
Compare before booking
Topolobampo's past weekday Veracruz offer came to $330 for food alone for two through October 24, 2026. Check its current theme and price on OpenTable before comparing. Cariño's dining-room menu is $400 on the same menu-only basis. Cariño's taco option drops to $250 with alcohol included, but permits no dietary adaptations.
Indienne has a published vegan tasting menu and a 48-hour dietary notice policy. Ask Cariño about dining-room and counter adaptations. Its taco offer doesn't suit a guest who needs changes. Choose the format for the party's diet before treating tacos as the cheaper alternative.
Sources
Prices and policies change, so confirm the terms for your date before paying.
- Diner reviews on Yelp
- Homepage with experiences, hours, phone and reservations
- Current menu
- Team
- OpenTable: prices and experiences, September 30
Checked September 30, 2026. Found a change? Send a correction with a source link.