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Moto


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4.0 of 5 stars 85 ratings
85 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
39
4.0 of 5 stars
27
3.0 of 5 stars
10
2.0 of 5 stars
3
1.0 of 5 stars
6
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#23 of 4,512 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: Asian
  • Price range*: $41-$80
  • Neighborhood: River West/Near West Side

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5 of 5 stars
colorangel   10 contributions
Bucks County, PA
Oct 21, 2009

Moto isn't just about eating. Molecular gastronomy is a sensory experience, and Moto delivers with a touch of whimsy as well. The servings are small, but I can't imagine getting through a 10-course tasting menu with more than a couple bites at each stop. The servers seemed excited about what they were delivering, and were enthusiastic about answering my questions,... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Oct 16, 2009

Without a doubt, one of my top-five-all-time favorites. Just sit down and let yourself go, at the tune of chef Cantu.... more

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4 of 5 stars
tovaent   29 contributions
Oakton, VA
Aug 31, 2009

If you have a chance and a true sense of food-adventure, you must try Moto. The menu is a 10 or 20 course tasting menu that specializes in great flavors and remarkable presentation. Let's just say that every tasting was a surprise and the level of creativity is truly notable... Dining on Chef Cantu's creations was a real treat... more

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4 of 5 stars
Crash89   46 contributions
San Francisco
Jun 25, 2009

Moto is molecular gastronomy done very well and done in a very fun enjoyable way for adults. If you can get past the exterior which is in the meat packing area of town where the stench is gnarly and the view of blood in the gutter is right there you will be in for a treat. Moto serves a 10... more

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4 of 5 stars
BBHME   17 contributions
Boothbay Harbor, ME
Jun 11, 2009

After seeing Chef Cantu and his restaurant on several travel and food shows, we knew we wanted to go if we were ever in Chicago. So when we finally were, we did. First off, the restaurant is able to accommodate vegetarians and pescatarians - just specify when you make the reservation. We had the 10-course menu without the wine pairings.... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Feb 1, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

Great, creative, original gastronomy at its best. more

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4 of 5 stars
VenuVChicago   24 contributions
Jan 28, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

if you like technicolor cooking, a chef that has 7 patents and foodertainment. quite good, but alinea's better more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jan 15, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

If your are looking for a terrific gastronomical experience, Moto is your place. Art on a plate. Service needs a little work, and very expensive. more

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5 of 5 stars
ChefBB   1 contribution
Park Ridge
Dec 19, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

On my trip from the burbs to downtown my wife and I read all the reviews. I was really looking forward to my first experience with molecular gastronomy. Seeing about half the reviews being negative worried me a little bit. I knew it was going to be an expensive dinner for us and I didn't want to waste the money.... more

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3 of 5 stars
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Dec 14, 2008
0/2 found this review helpful

Gotta love the tanks. more

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Moto Address

945 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
Tel: (312) 491-0058
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.