Mark and Liz Mendez, both formerly of Carnivale, escape the trappings of their former employer with this quiet spot. It's a wine bar, so drink up—Liz has assembled an excellent sherry program, and all the servers can direct you toward a glass. Mark handles food, and we're fans of the hearty paella, perfectly seasoned meatballs and the generous cheese and charcuterie plate. A new daytime menu features coffee and tea paired with sherry, plus snacks like doughnuts, English muffins and a tortilla espanola.
Vera (CLOSED)
Photograph: Martha WilliamsTortilla Española and Spanish board at Vera wine bar. 
Photograph: Martha WilliamsTieguanyin Medium Roast Oolong tea paired with Toro Albala Oloroso at Vera wine bar. 
Photograph: Martha WilliamsNew coffee and tea program at Vera wine bar. 
Photograph: Martha WilliamsNew coffee and tea program at Vera wine bar. 
Photograph: Martha WilliamsNew coffee and tea program at Vera wine bar. 
Photograph: Martha WilliamsDonut at Vera wine bar. 
Photograph: Martha WilliamsScarlet Glow herbal tea paired with Atxa Red Vermouth at Vera wine bar.
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- Address:
- 1023 W Lake St
- Chicago
- 60607
- Cross street:
- between Morgan and Carpenter Sts
- Contact:
- View Website
- 312-243-9770
- Transport:
- El stop: Green, Pink to Morgan. Bus: 8, 20.
- Price:
- Average plate: $12
- Opening hours:
- Dinner: Mon-Thurs 5pm-10pm; Fri, Sat 5pm-11pm; Sun 5pm-9pm
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- Sign in & claim business
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