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06/03/2026
M.F.K. month begins today! Mon-Thurs for the next month, you can pre-order or order in house a five-course menu, inspired by our namesake ‘s many writings regarding food and the dining experience. $10 of every menu will be donated to the m.f.k. Fisher Foundation. Pair with our cocktail special for the month: a charred onion Gibson! (Her fav 🫰🏼)
05/31/2026
We have a private event today (Sunday 5/31) and will be closed to normal service. See you tomorrow (Monday 6/1) for dinner at 5PM.
Cheers!
05/30/2026
& (small bites and wine) every Saturday 1-4pm
- is it lunch? Is it happy hour? YES!
05/25/2026
05/25/2026
WHEN TO STOP IN THIS WEEK:
✅Today YES (5/25)
❌Tuesday NO (5/26 Closed)
🍷Wednesday (5/27)
If you bought a ticket to the wine dinner: YES - If you did not: NO
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Regular service resumes Thursday (5/28) and beyond 🚀
05/22/2026
A very special Pintxos & Porrons tomorrow! In addition to our small bites and wine - we have a rum tasting featuring the fine wares from
PLUS A DAIIQUIRI PORRON SPECIAL
05/18/2026
IT’S TROPICAL WEEK
$10 tropical cocktails (May 18-23)
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Featuring fine rums from
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COCKTAILS:
TRADEWINDS: Planteray Xaymaca Rum, Apricot Liqueur, Coconut, Lemon
HURRICANE: Planteray 3 Star Rum, passionfruit, pomegranite, lemon
STIGGINS DAIQ: Planteray Stiggin’s Fancy Pineapple Rum, Lime, Sugar
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05/15/2026
Check out our segment on WGN!
Our next segment takes us from lakeside, to seaside, to mfk. restaurant in between Lakeview and Lincoln Park. Ji spoke with the owners about their cozy, Basque-region inspired menu... trying some wine in true Spanish fashion! Take a look. 432 W Diversey Pkwy mfkrestaurant.com
05/12/2026
You may have noticed a few changes around here…
1) BIG CUBE - we are so stoked to offer drinks on the coveted big cube stamped w/ MFK
2) WINE GLASS - if you love our previous glass (the small juice glass, copa, copita, etc) it is still available - specifically for txakoli and cider Porrons - but we now have real wine glasses! WOW!
3) NEW BREAD - CLASSIC BOQUERONES: we switched up our bread so that we bake daily for service that night AND we revived our original anchovy in olive oil add on!!
05/07/2026
Oh wow, here’s some menu items for you (mostly mom though)
1) brown butter w/ asparagus, sherry, pea tendril, manchego
2) grilled w/ couscous, piquillo purée, roasted eggplant
3) fjord in buerreblanc w/ trout roe, herb salad, shoestring potato
Not pictured: coconut creme brulee
Just a few tables left! Book now on OpenTable (Sundays: 4-8:30pm)
05/03/2026
It’s time! w/ spring - fava beans, artichoke, peas & house
05/01/2026
A carousel of this week’s happenings
1) the spread from Monday’s wine tasting w/
2) A preview of tomorrow’s menu for & - Saturdays 1-4pm
3) talking about new wines this week
4) new wines this week!
5) investigating aforementioned wine with (it’s great)
6) a cocktail from the dinner on Tuesday
04/27/2026
Join the Sip Squad by April 30th to get your May cocktail! Every month, .taylor makes a full bottle of a cocktail creation to keep in your freezer, pour at your leisure and/or impress your friends at parties! (Also a great gift 😉) subscriptions placed by the last day of the month will be on the list to pick up May 6th! Otherwise, you’ll have to wait ‘til June 😢 and remember, being a member of the Sip Squad also grants you first dibs and discounts to our monthly cocktail class! CHEERS!
04/23/2026
Saturdays 1-4pm: Pintxos & Porróns
A new service inspired by wandering the streets of San Sebastián. Stop by for small bites ( ) in a casual atmosphere - and grab a of - at an affordable price. It’s somewhere between and
Join us every Saturday!
04/21/2026
the final installment of our Tuesday Boozeday series is a rum dinner! Swipe for menu, book on OpenTable, join for a good time
04/20/2026
It’s Monday 4/20 and we’ve got a special dinner planned! Grab the last tickets via Open Table.
Closed to regular service tonight, but don’t fret… we’re back tomorrow at 5pm for dinner!
04/17/2026
just a few seats left for our collaboration dinner with ! the dinner will total 8mg per guest💨 🍃 swipe to see the menu, book via the link in our bio ✌️
04/10/2026
Join us on Monday 4/20 for a four-course meal paired with THC “cocktails” utilizing choom THC seltzers by :
I
chistorra in a blanket - house mustard
w/ hopewell “prima”aperitivo —
II
cauliflower wings - pickled cherry peppers, smoked honey, sherry aioli
w/ hopewell “choom lite” —
III
ramen fideos - shrimp + saffron stock, clams, house smoked pork, jammy egg
w/ hopewell “solar choom” —
IV
monte cristo - jamon iberico, brioche, gruyère, raspberry + espelette preserves
w/ hopewell “dopo” digestivo —
the experience will total 8mg THC + 8mg CBD per diner
04/08/2026
STARTING THIS SATURDAY, mfk presents: Pintxos & Porrons! a casual sipping and snacking experience reminiscent of afternoons spent wandering basque corridors. not lunch - not happy hour - but a time to relax and try something different, make a new friend, share a porron and be on your way. 1-4pm on Saturdays at mfk 🫒 🍷 🦐 book on opentable or walk-in - link in bio
04/06/2026
Catalan Wine Week(s) is a month-long cultural celebration of dinners, tastings, and other wine events designed to shine a spotlight on the visionary Catalan winemakers of Vinovi&Co’s portfolio. To celebrate, Mon-Thurs of this week and next, mfk is offering a $100 dinner-for-two which includes 4pc croquetas, a mini spanish tortilla, and full-size fideos for the table - in addition to a bottle of sparkling, white, rose or red Catalan wine! Book ahead or order in-house April 6-9 and 13-16 as we showcase some of our greatest hits & Catalunya’s!
03/31/2026
Fun Easter Specials (starting Friday 4/3 through Easter Sunday 4/5)
- deviled eggs w/dill & fried olive
-maple & chipotle glazed carrots w/whipped chevre, shallot, mint
-latkes w/smoked trout roe, creme fraiche, dill
-lemon tart
AND of course, whole fish and lamb shank entrees!
03/26/2026
now introducing mfk’s #1 premier cocktail club! link in bio 🍹 🍸
03/24/2026
due to the delicious nature of vermouth, and our great desire to drink and yap about it, we are closed to the public tonight! keep an eye out for our next tuesday boozeday to join the fun :)
03/20/2026
your drink awaits! it’s always a good time to belly up to Archie’s bar and get a bangin sipper. bar reservations available on opentable
Address
432 W Diversey Pkwy
Chicago, IL
60614
Directions to the Spanish restaurant and Mediterranean restaurant located at W Diversey Pkwy in Chicago are:
Public transport: Take the CTA Brown Line to Diversey station. From there, it is a 5-minute walk east on Diversey Pkwy towards N Lakeview Ave.
Driving/parking: If driving, take Lake Shore Drive northbound and exit at Fullerton Ave. Turn left onto N Stockton Dr and then right onto W Fullerton Pkwy. Turn left onto N Clark St and then right onto W Diversey Pkwy. There is street parking available but limited. Alternatively, there is a parking lot located on the corner of N Lakeview Ave and W Wrightwood Ave, which is a 3-minute walk from the restaurants.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Saturday |
1pm - 4pm |
|
5pm - 9:30pm |
| Sunday |
4pm - 8:30pm |
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What people say
Spanish restaurants are known for their vibrant and flavorful dishes that transport you to the sunny Mediterranean coast. And mfk., located on W Diversey Pkwy in Chicago, is no exception. This Spanish and Mediterranean restaurant offers an intimate and boisterous atmosphere that perfectly complements its seaside-focused menu.
One of the standout features of mfk. is its well-curated wine list, which pairs perfectly with the bold flavors of its dishes. The full bar also serves up fun cocktails that add a playful twist to traditional Spanish fare.
The restaurant's small size only adds to its charm, making it the perfect spot for a romantic date or a night out with friends. Reservations are strongly recommended, so be sure to plan ahead to secure your spot at this neighborhood gem.
Overall, mfk. is a must-visit for anyone looking for an authentic taste of Spanish cuisine in Chicago. From the fresh seafood dishes to the carefully crafted drinks, every aspect of this restaurant is sure to impress even the most discerning foodie.
