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La Josie La Josie is an upscale-casual Mexican restaurant and bar located in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago. The bilevel restaurant features three bars and a private rooftop, making it an ideal venue for private or corporate events. Chef/Owner José “Pepe” Barajas offers creative and thoughtful dishes influenced by regional Mexican flavors, paired with signature cocktails that are sure to satisfy even the savviest foodie. With its modern yet casual atmosphere, La Josie is the perfect place to unwind after a long workday or celebrate a special occasion.
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Rooftop season is officially back and it’s Memorial Weekend 🙌🏽 We’ve got specials lined up for BOTH Sunday and Monday in...
05/22/2026

Rooftop season is officially back and it’s Memorial Weekend 🙌🏽 We’ve got specials lined up for BOTH Sunday and Monday in collaboration with , , and !

Sunday night, DJ is setting the tone with all the vinyl vibes, plus our specialty food menu will be available all day and night. We’re also opening early at NOON on Memorial Day Monday. Reserve your tables, and kick off summer with us 🍹

05/08/2026

We want to wish our very own Chef Pepe un Feliz Cumpleaños! 🥳

Thank you for bringing so much passion, flavor, and heart to everything you do. We hope your special day is filled with delicious food, mezcal, and the company of those who mean the most to you. Salud to another amazing year ahead! 🥃

04/20/2026

Chicago Industry familia & friends, this one’s for you! 🙌🏽 Treat yourself to our Tardeadas menu every Sunday and Monday night! Text the crew, come enjoy a bite and a drink with us!

• SUNDAYS 4PM TO CLOSE
• MONDAYS 6PM TO CLOSE

04/08/2026

Sun’s out, it’s 60 in Chicago…let’s make it a Happy Hour kind of day! Enjoy our Mariscos Tostada, Tacos, Elote Mexicano, cold cervezas, wine, and much more! ✨

03/23/2026

Pulpo lovers, you don’t want to miss out on our Pulpo taco! Available tonight for our Tardeadas menu from 6pm till close! Del mar directo al taco! 🤌🏽

Let the St. Patrick’s weekend celebrations begin! 🍀This is one special you don’t want to miss: our Chicken Tonga Tostada...
03/13/2026

Let the St. Patrick’s weekend celebrations begin! 🍀

This is one special you don’t want to miss: our Chicken Tonga Tostada paired with the bold flavors of Verde y Picante — your choice of or .

And to close out the night the right way: Sabor y Suerte with Cerveza Monopolio, plus a side of tequila or mezcal.

Salud to a little extra luck all weekend long!

02/21/2026

We couldn’t wait… so we started early! National Margarita Day 🍹is this Sunday, and we’re turning it into a full weekend celebration starting today!

Enjoy our signature Margarita made with your choice of Tequila or Mezcal. Just $13 all weekend long. ¡Salud! ✨

If you’re joining us today for Valentine’s, oh do we have a special dinner planned just for you. ❤️✨ An evening of amor,...
02/14/2026

If you’re joining us today for Valentine’s, oh do we have a special dinner planned just for you. ❤️✨ An evening of amor, sabor, and unforgettable moments. 🍷🍽️

Address

740 W Randolph Street
Chicago, IL
60661

To get to the establishment in question, one option for public transport is to take the Green or Pink L train towards Ashland/Lake and get off at the Morgan stop. From there, it's a short walk west on Randolph Street. Alternatively, driving and parking options include using street parking on nearby streets or parking in one of the paid parking lots in the area.

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 11pm
Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 12am

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La Josie is a must-visit Mexican restaurant and bar located in the West Loop of Chicago. The restaurant offers a modern yet casual atmosphere that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a private or corporate event. The private rooftop and barra Mexicana are ideal for hosting events while enjoying traditional Mexican flavors paired with signature cocktails.

The chef and owner, José “Pepe” Barajas, brings his family's recipes from Jalisco to the table, offering creative and thoughtful dishes influenced by all regions of Mexico. La Josie is an upscale-casual restaurant with three bars and rooftop dining that opened in May 2017. It pays homage to Pepe's late aunt Josefina Villegas, a street taco entrepreneur who inspired him to pursue his passion for cooking.

La Josie welcomes guests with its modern yet casual atmosphere, making it the perfect place to unwind after a long workday or celebrate a special occasion. The restaurant offers regional and traditional flavors that will satisfy even the savviest foodie. If you're looking for an authentic Mexican dining experience in Chicago, La Josie is definitely worth checking out.

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