Inspired by the exquisite and vastly diverse food that our culinary team grew up experiencing at street stands and local markets around Mexico, Bien Trucha's ever evolving menu pairs seasonal locally-sourced ingredients with Mexican recipes and cooking techniques to create a unique menu.
Our signature hand shaken cocktails use only fresh, seasonal ingredients, and our bar program offers one of the top selections of tequilas, mezcals and agave-based spirits in the Midwest, as well as a rotating selection of local craft and Mexican beers.At Bien Trucha, we have thoughtfully curated all the elements of the restaurant - from the visually inviting design, to the captivating music, to our renowned food and drinks.
Our signature hand shaken cocktails use only fresh, seasonal ingredients, and our bar program offers one of the top selections of tequilas, mezcals and agave-based spirits in the Midwest, as well as a rotating selection of local craft and Mexican beers.At Bien Trucha, we have thoughtfully curated all the elements of the restaurant - from the visually inviting design, to the captivating music, to our renowned food and drinks.
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Dan
Jan 31, 2022
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Katie C.
Jan 18, 2022
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Badgerpilot
Jan 15, 2022
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Melissa B.
Jan 10, 2022
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CeCi C.
Dec 31, 2021
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Tract E.
Dec 22, 2021
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I love this place, but the last time not so much. We had a group of 6, and sat in one of the igloos. While the setting is lovely and warm...the food not so much. Not sure if it's the way the tacos are wrapped and boxed to be served outside, or just an off night.
The steak tacos were chewy and bland...the cheese was cold and like a rubber brick same goes for the pork tacos..cold a chewy. The chicken flautas were good as were the papas.
Will go back...just not outside
The steak tacos were chewy and bland...the cheese was cold and like a rubber brick same goes for the pork tacos..cold a chewy. The chicken flautas were good as were the papas.
Will go back...just not outside
Matt Rothenbaum
Dec 16, 2021
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We(party of 5) ate outside in the pods. The pods are really awesome with seating up to 8 and a space heater inside the pod. For this reason even though it was cold outside the pod was warm and cozy. The pods are see through and there are beautiful lights outside the pod as well as gorgeous fairy lights inside the pod. The food was very good and the service was great. Be aware that you have only 1 hr and 30 minutes in the pod at the time and a 20% charge will be added to your bill. That being said it was well worth it and I will definitely be going again.
Amanda W.
Dec 12, 2021
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A girl brought me here, casually saying we didn't dress for it. Luckily, no one said anything about our attire. We got the special guacamole, which was watermelon. It was amaaaaazing. She got the elotes which also was great. For tacos, I got the pastor and pineapple tacos and she got hers with avocado. Let's just say her taco was much more better than mine, although both were amazing. We both got margaritas- I had the traditional. Strong drinks and well worth it! Thought we would end our dinner with a shot of tequila. We asked for a chaser and the waitress brought us pieces of pineapple
C. Sin
Dec 12, 2021
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Lou H.
Nov 16, 2021
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Jennifer H.
Nov 16, 2021
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Monika W.
Nov 06, 2021
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Matt Bowgren
Oct 17, 2021
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Always delicious. We had an outdoor pod to ourselves with a heater and in the upper 50s it was a delightful atmosphere. Great cocktails. We always get an avocado margarita but also tried the pepino and apasionado. The habanero tequila in both was the perfect level of spice. The tuna ceviche (pictures) was excellent and very generous in size - could be a whole meal or shared easily with 4 people. The chorizo aioli on top made it for me. The perfect Mexican version of a spicy tuna roll. Tried the poblano soup and it was okay but we wouldn't order again. The potatoes were a little undercooked with
Adrian Martinez
Sep 17, 2021
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Andrew Kim
Sep 14, 2021
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Leo was a phenomenal server. We had a party of 9 for a friend’s birthday celebration. We were seated outside in these adorable little jungle vibe tents. We ordered a ton of food and drinks, and the service kept things moving and clean. Every single bite was delicious. Pineapple guacamole, elote, and tacos de camaron, pastor, brisket, pescado, tuna (special), and of course the house specialty bien trucha. It was my first time here, and it won’t be my last.
Morgan M.
Sep 08, 2021
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Best taco place with amazing hospitality. Thank you for an amazing experience and great food!! Can't wait to come back. My friend says I quote "EXQUISITE". Also...the poor reviews of this place are probably created by Karen's who didn't get their way and fit the description of a typical Geneva rich person.
Che Guevara
Aug 18, 2021
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Started off with their guacamole trio which was 3 different types of guacamole made almost the same but with a twist. Also ordered their ceviche mixto which was scallops and fish, topped with plantain chips and some micro greens. Absolutely delicious just wish it was a bigger portion. Tried their Pepino cocktail which was made perfectly... We ordered tacos de pescado and some tacos de pollo en chile verde. Tacos were 2 per order which wasn't something i would have typically gotten full on but they are small but filled. Tacos weren't your ordinary street tacos but like the creativity and flavors
Anthony Benjamin
Aug 02, 2021
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They dropped the #1 rated fish taco in Chicago and tajin mango water from their menu. I have no reason to come here now. All of their good reviews are from their glory days years ago. They have fallen since then. Management changed from type A to drifting blank NPC (non playable character). Photo of current fish taco attached (a fried, inflammatory, mayonnaise disgrace). Yet, they still carry the vestige of high prices and not being able to make edits to orders as if this place isn’t bar food mediocrity. This degeneration is one of the greatest culinary tragedies to Geneva since The Little Traveler
Andrea E.
Jun 21, 2021
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Jesse M.
Jun 14, 2021
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After walking through the beautiful town of Geneva, which was packed with cute little shops we found ourselves at this restaurant which was very much praised by the locals. The court yard outside where we sat was absolutely gorgeous with a stylish and comfortable environment.
To start off our meal we ordered the guacamole of the day followed by the salsa sampler. This would certainly be a good indication of the rest of the meal. The salsa varied in spice level and all 3 were very flavorful and refreshing. The chips themselves perfectly slated and crispy. Although I myself didn't eat the
To start off our meal we ordered the guacamole of the day followed by the salsa sampler. This would certainly be a good indication of the rest of the meal. The salsa varied in spice level and all 3 were very flavorful and refreshing. The chips themselves perfectly slated and crispy. Although I myself didn't eat the
Linette K.
Jun 14, 2021
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We had a wonderful meal on their beautiful patio yesterday! Richard our waiter was attentive, described the specials clearly and made great recommendations. The food was all fresh and flavorful.
A must try is the ceviche, pescado tacos, and the La Melona cocktail. A refreshing summer drink! The manager Oscar took the time to check on us and suggested we come back and try there summer menu they will be switching to to this week. I will be sure to come back for that!
A must try is the ceviche, pescado tacos, and the La Melona cocktail. A refreshing summer drink! The manager Oscar took the time to check on us and suggested we come back and try there summer menu they will be switching to to this week. I will be sure to come back for that!
Dan Resendiz
Jun 13, 2021
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OMG the food is awesome. Miguel the general manager knows how to take care of the clients!!! You will have a top grade meal in here. Music is hip the pods for the place are big and sanitized (saw the crew work on them in detail ) you need to call ahead to reserve them on the web site as well . Great experience that won't disappoint. Geneva has a hidden gem
Update 7/3/21
Miguel is still the Best!!
New dishes... awesome taste!!!
Update 7/3/21
Miguel is still the Best!!
New dishes... awesome taste!!!
Julie Y.
May 29, 2021
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Yura L.
May 01, 2021
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My bf has been raving about this place so we decided to get out of Chicago downtown for a quick road trip to Galena. Cute and quaint town!
He made a reservation and we had the option of dining indoors or wait a few minutes for the awesome giant pod domes! I've always wanted to dine in one of these so we decided to wait. The wait was about 5-10 minutes and then we were quickly seated. Their patio is really cute. They had heat lamps throughout for open patio seats and heaters inside the domes.
However, there is a minimum of $125 spending needed to be seated in one of these domes. We had
He made a reservation and we had the option of dining indoors or wait a few minutes for the awesome giant pod domes! I've always wanted to dine in one of these so we decided to wait. The wait was about 5-10 minutes and then we were quickly seated. Their patio is really cute. They had heat lamps throughout for open patio seats and heaters inside the domes.
However, there is a minimum of $125 spending needed to be seated in one of these domes. We had
Morgan Dixon Death Light Doula
Mar 30, 2021
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