In Porto’s Atrium, just beyond the wood-burning grill, you’ll see the two beautiful glass-and-stainless steel cabinets perched on the counter. Take a closer look and you’ll see whole turbot and John Dory hanging next to seafood sausages and tuna belly wrapped in seaweed.

Like so many other great classic dishes in the world, ceviche’s true origins are up for debate. Heck, even its name varies with cebiche, seviche, sebiche and, for inventing the dish made from raw fish cured in fresh citrus juices.

In its previous life, Michelin-starred Porto was a mild-mannered neighborhood bank. Functional, sure. Visually exciting? Not so much. These days it’s a much different story at this West Town love letter to the Atlantic coast of Portugal and Spain showcasing wild-caught imported seafood, gourmet tinned seafood and exclusive wines from this delicious corner of the world.

Open since 2014, Bordel has continuously hosted a rotating roster of one-of-a-kind artists who are given unhindered freedom to work their creative magic, whether it be fiery flamenco dancing, jazz from of-the-moment local musicians, sensuous burlesque dancing or the city’s best DJs.

In June 2020, we launched Mama Delia, a Restaurant, Sherry Bar and Ultramarino (neighborhood gourmet market), offering Chicago a contemporary Spanish culinary experience. This past May, Michelin took notice and awarded it a Bib Gourmand.

West Town’s Porto gives the Atlantic coast of Spain and Portugal the attention it has long deserved, taking guests on a journey that combines the freshest and finest ingredients available, with multiple wood-burning ovens and grills, and ancient preservation techniques