Leña Brava

LIVE FIRE | BAJA MEXICAN KITCHEN

Leña Brava — ”ferocious firewood” – celebrates Mexican dishes cooked over hardwood fire.

09/14/2024

Elevate your Saturday night with Baja Mariscada and a bottle of Mexican wine.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Link in bio to make your reservation

09/13/2024

A tlayuda is a large, crispy tortilla from Oaxaca, perfect for layering with delicious toppings like cheese, beans, and more. Think of it as a Mexican-style flatbread with a satisfying crunch!

09/12/2024

Wood-fired Steak Frites served with vibrant Baja chimichurri

09/10/2024

Run, don’t walk, to your new favorite cocktail: Berry Booze! Mezcal Union, Ramazzotti, Tacoma Punk, tamarind, blackberry chamoy, and chocolate bitters

09/08/2024

Hot and fresh out of the wood oven - Cochnita Pibil Empanadas

09/07/2024

Ordering the Striped Bass is a given; the real question is: which sauce will you reach for first—green mojo or red adobo?

09/06/2024

Holding on to the beautiful patio weather!

09/04/2024

Looking for a vegetarian option for dinner tonight? ​​​​​​​​​Try the Fire-Roasted Cauliflower with salsa macha, toasted almonds​​​​​​​​​
Link in bio make your reservation!

09/03/2024

It all starts in the wood-fired kitchen, where every dish is expertly crafted just for you

09/01/2024

Labor Day weekend means chips and guacamole on the patio!

08/30/2024

Cheers to the weekend and dinner at Leña Brava!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Link in bio to make your reservation

08/23/2024

Hello, Friday night cocktail! ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Fresca Spritz - mint infused tito's vodka,
aperol, strawberry, spice, prosecco

08/22/2024

This Sunday we are taking the iconic Pig & Pinot from Steve Dolinsky's backyard and bringing it to Leña Brava's patio! Experience an all-you-can-eat whole hog Baja BBQ and wine tasting with wines from the best vineyards across the world from Mexico and beyond.

Featured Wines:

Nebbiolo Sangiovese – Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato
Lemonade Pinot Noir – Oregon, USA
Black Magnolia Pinot Noir – Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
Malat Furth Grüner Veltliner – Kremstal, Austria
Terres Dorées Sparkling Rosé Beaujolais – Beaujolais, France
Juvé & Camps Cava Pinot Noir –Espies, Spain

Whole Hog BBQ and Delicious Sides:
Gunthorp Farms Roasted Pork
Charro Beans
Fried Plantains
Elote Off The Cob
Macaroni and Cheese
Vesuvio Potatoes
Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Israeli Couscous Salad with Lentils, Artichoke Hearts, and Sundried Tomatoes

Tickets:
🔵 GA: $75, 3pm - 6pm
🔵 VIP: $100, 2pm - 6pm: Bonus hour of action with an exclusive wine tasting and preferred seating on our extended patio.

08/21/2024

We are open today for regular service! ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Join us for dinner in our dining room or soak up the sun on the patio.

08/20/2024

🚨 Both restaurants will be closed all day Tuesday 8/20 due to a private event.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​We look forward to seeing you tomorrow Wednesday 8/21 for regular service!

Link in bio to book your next private event at Cruz Blanca or Leña Brava

08/15/2024

Rainy days call for a warm delicious wood-fired meal at Leña Brava

08/13/2024

With weather this perfect, you know where to find us. On the Leña Brava patio with a cocktail in hand​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

08/10/2024

Create a surf and turf moment: start with our Salsa Macha Ceviche and continue with Steak Frites

08/09/2024

Chef Brian in the kitchen getting ready to serve you and unforgettable meal ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Link in bio to make your reservation!

08/08/2024

This side of fire-roasted veggies is sure to impress. Pipian Veggies with pistachios, pepitas, chayote, baby corn, and peas deliver a deliciously vibrant flavor

08/07/2024

Live-Fire | Baja Mexican Kitchen​​​​​​​​​Leña Brava, meaning 'ferocious firewood,' brings Mexican cuisine to life with dishes expertly cooked over hardwood flames.

08/03/2024

A forever crowd favorite - Stripped Bass with red adobo and green mojo. Which side will you dive into first?

08/03/2024

We’re closing out summer with the best bash we could think of, Pig & Vino!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Join us on Aug 25th and experience an all-you-can-eat whole hog Baja BBQ and a selection of summer side dishes. Enjoy wine tasting with wines from the best vineyards across the world.

Get your all-access tickets now! Link in bio

08/02/2024

Cheers to a Friday night cocktails on the patio with our amigos!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Link in bio to make your weekend reservation!

07/31/2024

Have you tried the Faroe Island Salmon? With fresh corn-queso añejo and baby corn, it’s a must-try dish!

07/30/2024

Celebrating International Day of Friendship by sipping cocktails with our amigos! ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

07/30/2024

Starting the meal off with a kick: fire-roasted, charred shish*tos with jalapeño crema.

07/26/2024

Cocktails so amazing, you'll want to share the experience with everyone at the table.

07/23/2024

Baja wine in one hand and our Volcanes in the other.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

07/19/2024

Getting ready for service by preparing our Salsa Macha Ceviche!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

07/18/2024

It's the perfect day to have a cocktail or two on the patio!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

07/18/2024

It’s heating up over here! Join us on Sunday, August 25th, for Pig & Vino, a daytime WHOLE HOG Baja BBQ on our patio inspired by ’s iconic Pig & Pinot cookout. The Food Guy himself will help serve up plates of pork cooked by the one-and-only right along Randolph, plus summer side dishes from Chef .enyart. Enjoy plenty of wine from the best and coolest vineyards across the world, including beautiful Baja, MX. It’s an all-you-can-eat + drink affair, and full ticket details are at the link in our bio. COME HANG WITH US!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​🔵 GA: $75, 3pm - 6pm
🔵 VIP: $100, 2pm - 6pm: Bonus hour of action with an exclusive wine tasting and preferred seating on our extended patio.

Link in bio to reserve your spot!

07/17/2024

We will take care of all the details! Book your next event at Leña Brava.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

07/15/2024

Breaking into the meal with our wood oven empanadas​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

07/12/2024

TGIF! Time for cocktails on the patio. 🥂🍹

Link in bio to make your weekend reservation!

07/09/2024

Escape the rain and enjoy our wood-fire grilled Steak Frites ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

07/06/2024

Basking in the sunshine and enjoying the holiday weekend with chips, guac, and Leña margaritas on the patio!

07/03/2024

Experience the vibrant flavors of Baja this Fourth of July!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​We will be open regular hours on Thursday, July 4th and all weekend long.

07/01/2024

Starting with the week with the blazing fires and the taste of Baja

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Fire & Ice Have Never Played So Well Together

Leña Brava — ”ferocious wood” — takes its inspiration from the multicultural seaside elements of Baja California Norte, the region’s celebration of live-fire cooking and the area’s world-class wines.

The raw bar tempts with spicy aguachiles and unique ceviches while the kitchen satisfies with everything cooked on an open hearth and wood-burning oven. With one of the country’s best selections of mezcal and wines from the much-heralded Valle de Guadalupe, Leña Brava evokes the unique flavors of one of Mexico’s most vibrant regions.

Our seafood is sourced from sustainable fisheries and environmentally responsible aquaculture enterprises. Our tortillas are handmade from heirloom corn grown in Oaxaca, Mexico!

Videos (show all)

Just a few days left till Pig & Vino! 🥂Here is a sneak peek of a few wines we will be pouring. In the video we are featu...
Only a couple weeks away from our end of summer bash! Join us for Pig & Vino on Sunday, August 25th and experience an al...
It’s always sunny in our Baja-inspired dining room. Join us for the last few days of Restaurant Week! ☀️⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Menu li...
Save the date: Sunday, February 25thGet ready for ‘Talk Agave to Me’ at Leña Brava! Join us for an exclusive agave exper...
Create your perfect three course Leña Brava restaurant week experience. Embrace the fiery ambiance and make a reservatio...
Saturday nights come alive with the fires blazing and the wood-fired Striped Bass cooked to perfection. 🔥Don’t miss the ...
Three words - Alaskan Black Cod 🤌
Spit Roasted Al Pastor tacos! Treat yourself to our weekend special before they sell out. Only available Friday and Satu...
Sinaloa-style aguachile makes its premiere on the menu this week. Jumbo Mexican shrimp, avocados, serrano, compressed cu...
Pre-orders for this week’s Paella Wednesday are now live on lenabrava.com.—Ancho-saffron spiced bomba rice, PEI mussels,...
🔥🔥 Taking NYE steakhouse dinner pre-orders + reservations through Wednesday. https://bit.ly/3rzs6Ei

Address


900-902 W. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL
60607

Opening Hours

Monday 4:30pm - 10:15pm
Tuesday 4:30pm - 10:15pm
Wednesday 4:30pm - 10:15pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 10:15pm
Friday 4:30pm - 10:15pm
Saturday 4:30pm - 10:15pm
Sunday 4:30pm - 10:15pm

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