Estereo – Mexican
This sun-drenched, triangular oasis pulses with the warmth of Latin America, blending the laid-back charm of a breezy coffee house with the sophisticated energy of a craft cocktail bar. Guests linger over vibrant, citrus-brightened libations featuring earthy mezcal and botanical sotol, paired perfectly with the buttery, savory crunch of artisanal empanadas as vinyl records spin a soulful soundtrack into the evening.
2450 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago IL 60647 https://estereochicago.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Estereo
Dairy-Free at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Three Spirits Mule, St Agrestis Phony Negroni and Rosemary Spritz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Topo Chico, Mexican Coca Cola and Lagunitas Hop Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Topo Chico, Mexican Coca Cola and Lagunitas Hop Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tequila Cocktail, Half Acre Waybird IPA and Casa Humilde Maizal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breezy, Topo Chico and Tequila Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breezy, Topo Chico and Tequila Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Topo Chico, Mexican Coca Cola and Lagunitas Hop Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Estereo
Estereo in Chicago has 22 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sotol Cocktail, Cachaça Cocktail and Pacífico Lager. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Estereo
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Mezcal Cocktail | 32.3 g | 58.7 g |
| Half Acre Waybird IPA | 13 g | 42.4 g |
| Casa Humilde Maizal | 5.3 g | 37.7 g |
| Victoria Lager | 40.2 g | 30.8 g |
| Ponche | 146.3 g | 23.6 g |
| Paloma | 23 g | 21.9 g |
| Rum Cocktail | 27.7 g | 19.3 g |
| Special Draft Cocktail | 61.4 g | 17.8 g |
| Cachaça Cocktail | 13.2 g | 17 g |
| Tequila Cocktail | 8.5 g | 15.6 g |
| Right Bee Dry Cider | 0 g | 12.6 g |
| Pisco Cocktail | 24.1 g | 12.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the impressive food quality and fresh, flavorful offerings that leave a lasting impression. Reviewers highlight the friendly service and consistently praise the relaxed vibe that makes for a comfortable dining experience. Celebrated for its commitment to freshness, the menu invites repeat visits from diners eager to explore more of the standout dishes.
Menu
Snacks
- Empanadas by Cafe Tola: Rotating daily selection Available at: dinner, lunch
Cocktails
- Special Draft Cocktail - $11: Judson & Moore vodka, pisco, raspberry, ginger, lime, carbonation Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free
- Pisco Cocktail - $13: Blend of piscos, tangerine, amaro nonino, simple, piña bitters, lime, carbonation Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cachaça Cocktail - $13: Novo fogo cachaça, pomegranate pepper syrup, averna, blood orange apertivo, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Sotol Cocktail - $14: Blend of sotols, walnut liqueur, apricot liqueur, orange bitters, lime, demerara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mezcal Cocktail - $14: Blend of Mezcals, cocchi rosa, hibiscus water, clarified lime, piña bitters, salt, carbonation Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
- Tequila Cocktail - $14: Blend of tequilas, sotol la higuera, blood orange, grapefruit bitters, lime, carbonation Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Paloma - $13: Real del Valle & Tequila Ocho, grapefruit, lime, maldon sea salt, carbonation
- Rum Cocktail - $13: Cañada, San Zanj, and Kasama rums, melon aperitif, aperol, piña juice, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Coffee Cocktail - $12: 4-Letter Word cold brew, house horchata, Cañada aguardiente de caña, Averna amaro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Frozen Cocktail - $13: Blend of rums, coconut milk, coco lopez, evaporated coconut milk, cinnamon, vanilla paste
- Breezy - $12: Choice of spirit, cold brew yerba mate, house falernum, lime, carbonation Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Ponche - $12: Mal Bien mezcal, hibiscus, piloncillo, cinnamon, angostura, tamarind, fig, passionfruit, star anise Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Carajillo - $8: Licor 43, 4LW cold brew
Beer
- Pacífico Lager - $6: Mexico, 4.5% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Casa Humilde Viva la Frida - $9: Hibiscus & lime lager, Chicago, 4.5% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Victoria Lager - $7: Mexico, 4% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Casa Humilde Maizal - $9: Lager, Chicago, 4.7% Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Half Acre Waybird IPA - $8: Chicago, 6.5% Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Right Bee Dry Cider - $9: Chicago, 6%
Wine
- Prisma Sauvignon Blanc - $15: 8.5oz, California Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Prisma Rosé - $15: 8.5oz, Chile Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prisma Pinot Noir - $15: 8.5oz, Chile Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Non-Alcoholic
- Rosemary Spritz - $12: Rosemary syrup, lime, Martini Rossi Floreale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Three Spirits Mule - $12: Ginger syrup, piña, lime, simple, Three Spirits NightCap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Lagunitas Hop Water - $7: Chicago Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- St Agrestis Phony Negroni - $10: Non-alcoholic negroni Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Mexican Coca Cola - $5: Mexico Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Topo Chico - $5: Sparkling water, Mexico Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Estereo
- Is Estereo dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Estereo has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Three Spirits Mule, St Agrestis Phony Negroni and Rosemary Spritz.
- What can I eat at Estereo on a dairy-free diet?
- Three Spirits Mule, St Agrestis Phony Negroni and Rosemary Spritz carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Estereo have vegan options?
- Yes. 22 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sotol Cocktail and Cachaça Cocktail.
- Is Estereo gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Estereo?
- Mezcal Cocktail, at roughly 58.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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