Libertad

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Press

Libertad has been recognized by some of Chicago’s most respected food writers and publications. We’re honored by the coverage and grateful to our community for making it possible.

Featured Press

Chicago Tribune

“One of Chicago’s Best New Restaurants”

2016

A glowing review that put Libertad on the map, praising Chef Mark Mendez’s bold approach to Latin American cuisine and Marcos Rivera’s warm, neighborhood-focused hospitality.

Chicago Magazine

“Chicago’s Essential Restaurants”

2022

Libertad was named among Chicago’s essential restaurants, recognized for its consistent quality, expanding influence, and role as a cultural touchstone in both Skokie and Wicker Park.

Eater Chicago

“Rising Star Chef: Mark Mendez”

2017

Eater Chicago profiled Chef Mark Mendez as one of the city’s rising star chefs, highlighting his creative use of heirloom Mexican ingredients and his commitment to mentoring young cooks.

Press Coverage

PublicationHeadline / FeatureYear
Chicago TribuneOne of Chicago’s Best New Restaurants2016
Eater ChicagoRising Star Chef: Mark Mendez2017
Eater ChicagoWhere to Eat in Skokie Right Now2018
Chicago MagazineChicago’s Essential Restaurants2022
Chicago MagazineBest Brunch in the Chicago Suburbs2019
Time Out ChicagoThe Best Latin American Restaurants in Chicago2020
Time Out ChicagoChicago’s Best Mezcal Bars2021
Chicago ReaderNeighborhood Gem: Libertad Skokie2017
Chicago ReaderWicker Park’s Newest Essential2019
Food & WineChef Mark Mendez: Latin American Cooking in the Midwest2020
Bon Appétit10 Restaurants Worth Traveling For in the Midwest2021
Chicago Sun-TimesThe Best New Restaurants to Try This Fall2019
ZagatChicago’s Top-Rated Restaurants2022
Chicago BusinessLibertad: Building a Restaurant Legacy in Two Neighborhoods2023

Media Inquiries

For press inquiries, interview requests, photography access, or media kits, please contact us at [email protected].

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