You have dropped your bags, freshened up and stepped back out onto Green Street. The city is buzzing, your stomach is talking, and you want a proper meal with a chair, a menu and a table you can linger at. If you are searching for restaurants near The Hoxton Chicago, Boqueria Fulton Market at 807 West Fulton Market is a warm Spanish option only a few blocks from the hotel’s front door.
Boqueria brings the spirit of Barcelona’s tapas bars to the West Loop. Plates are small and made for sharing, sangría is mixed in house, and the dining room has a lively hum that makes a first night in a new city feel like a celebration.
This guide covers the walk over, what to order at lunch, brunch and dinner, how to plan a group meal, and a few tips for making the most of a stay in Fulton Market.
Key Takeaways
- The Hoxton, Chicago sits at 200 North Green Street, and Boqueria Fulton Market is at 807 West Fulton Market, roughly a five-minute walk north and east.
- Lunch centers on the Tapas Lunch, where each guest picks two tapas to share and churros con chocolate come for dessert.
- Dinner brings three chef’s menus, Jamón Ibérico de Bellota, Secreto de Ibérico and garlicky Gambas al Ajillo.
- Weekend visitors can book the family-style Brunch Feast, and Happy Hour brings mini martinis and classic tapas to the bar.
- Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, and bar seats are kept for walk-ins.
1. Why Boqueria Is One of the Restaurants Near The Hoxton Chicago Worth Knowing
Hotel guests usually want three things: somewhere close, somewhere comfortable and somewhere that suits a mixed table. A Spanish tapas restaurant handles all three.
Boqueria first opened in 2006 on 19th Street in New York’s Flatiron district, inspired by the bustling tapas bars around Barcelona’s famous market. The motto is “Inspired by Barcelona. Forged in NYC.” The Fulton Market location carries that idea to the West Loop, and our location page describes it as a place that “pulses with the energy of Barcelona.”
Here is why that style of dining suits a hotel stay:
- You set the pace. Two plates for a quick bite, or keep them coming all evening.
- Nobody has to commit to one dish. Sharing means everyone tries a little of everything.
- It works for one or for twelve. Solo travelers can take a bar seat, and groups can spread out around shared plates.
New to tapas? Our earlier guide on why Boqueria works as a tapas bar in Fulton goes deeper into how a tapas meal flows.
2. From Green Street to West Fulton Market: The Short Walk Over
The Hoxton, Chicago describes itself as sitting in the heart of the Fulton Market District, and that location is a gift for anyone who likes to explore on foot. Boqueria is just a few blocks away.
The route. From the hotel at 200 North Green Street, head north on Green Street until you reach Fulton Market, then turn east toward Halsted Street. Boqueria is at 807 West Fulton Market, close to the Halsted end of the block. At an easy pace, the walk takes roughly five minutes.
What you will pass. Fulton Market was once Chicago’s wholesale food district, and its brick warehouses and loading docks now hold restaurants, showrooms and offices. At dusk, with the storefronts lit up, the walk is half the fun.
In bad weather. On a windy or icy evening, a short taxi or rideshare is the easy alternative.
| Getting to Boqueria from The Hoxton | Rough time | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Walk north on Green Street, then east on Fulton Market | About five minutes | Mild evenings, stretching your legs after travel |
| Taxi or rideshare | A few minutes, depending on traffic | Snow, wind, heels or heavy coats |
| A slow wander through the side streets | As long as you like | Getting to know the neighborhood before dinner |
Before you head out, the hotel’s official Hoxton Chicago page is the place to check anything about your stay. Then pull up our Boqueria Fulton Market location page for the current menus.
3. Lunch and Weekend Brunch Between Plans
Not every meal on a trip is a long dinner. Sometimes you only have a gap between a morning meeting and an afternoon of sightseeing.
The Tapas Lunch. Each guest chooses two tapas from the kitchen’s quickest plates, everything is served to share, and churros con chocolate are included for dessert. It is a natural fit for a working lunch with colleagues.
Lunch plates to look for:
- Patatas Bravas: crispy potatoes with salsa brava (a tomato sauce with a little heat), smoky pimentón and garlic allioli.
- Croquetas de Jamón: creamy Serrano ham croquettes served with quince purée.
- Gambas al Ajillo: shrimp cooked with garlic, brandy and a lobster reduction, with guindilla peppers (mild Basque chiles) in olive oil.
- Roasted Chicken Bowl or Grilled Salmon Bowl: black rice, avocado, spinach and a soft-boiled egg, for anyone who wants a plate of their own. A Strip Steak and a Crunchy Cabbage Salad are on the list too.
Weekend brunch. If your stay includes a Saturday or Sunday, brunch is one of the liveliest times to visit. The Brunch Feast is served family style: the table picks two tapas and three brunch dishes, and churros arrive for dessert. Brunch favorites on the Fulton Market menu include:
- Boqueria B.E.C.: mini scrambled egg sandwiches with bacon, Jamón Serrano and Mahón cheese, served with house-made potato chips.
- Huevos Horneados: two eggs simmered in tomato sauce with chorizo, roasted piquillo peppers and sheep’s milk cheese.
- Steak and Eggs: seared New York strip with crispy potatoes, a sunny-side-up egg and mojo verde, a bright green herb sauce.
- Torrija: Spain’s answer to French toast, here stuffed with sweet miticrema and blackberry compote.
- Brunch Paella: bomba rice with chicken thighs, chorizo, sofrito and smoked paprika.
Our location page notes that weekenders book early for brunch tables, so reserve as soon as your plans are set.
4. Dinner After a Day in the City
Dinner is the meal to linger over, whether you are celebrating a deal or catching up with an old friend who lives in town.
Let the kitchen decide. Too tired to read a whole menu? The three chef’s menus make it easy:
- Boqueria Essentials: a generous introduction to Boqueria, with guest-favorite classic tapas and seasonal dishes.
- The Seasonal Selection: built around what is new this fall, with your choice of one meat, fish or paella from the For the Table section.
- Ibérico Celebration: Jamón Ibérico, Secreto de Ibérico and seasonal dishes, with your choice of one meat, fish or paella.
Or order your own way. A few plates to know on the dinner menu:
- Jamón Ibérico de Bellota: Spain’s most prized cured ham, from black Iberian pigs that feed on acorns. Ours is aged 48 months, with deep marbling and a rich, nutty flavor.
- Secreto de Ibérico: the “secret” cut of the Ibérico pig, richly marbled and seared, with white romesco and shoestring potatoes.
- Seared Octopus with manzanilla olivada (a green olive spread) and olive oil crushed potatoes.
- Gambas al Ajillo, Patatas Bravas and Croquetas de Jamón, the classics that keep a table happy.
Save room for dessert. Crema Catalana is Catalonia’s creamy custard with lemon zest and a crackly caramelized top. Classic Churros come dusted in cinnamon sugar with dulce de leche, hot chocolate or Nutella for dipping. The Basque Chocolate Cheesecake, Orange Olive Oil Cake and ice cream round out the list. For a grown-up finish, try a Carajillo, an espresso coffee cocktail made with your choice of Licor 43, brandy or anise.
| Your situation | What to order | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Just checked in and starving | Patatas Bravas, Croquetas de Jamón, a glass of Sangría Tinta | Fast, familiar and comforting |
| Business dinner with clients | Ibérico Celebration chef’s menu | The kitchen handles the pacing so you can focus on the conversation |
| Solo traveler at the bar | Gambas al Ajillo, Pan con Tomate, a Shishito Margarita | Small plates built for one, with company at the bar |
| Weekend couple’s getaway | Jamón Ibérico de Bellota, Seared Octopus, Crema Catalana | A slow, romantic meal to share |
| Friends in town for a wedding | Boqueria Essentials plus a round of sangría | Easy for a group to share and enjoy together |
5. Happy Hour, Sangría and a Nightcap at the Bar
Some evenings call for something lighter than a full dinner, and the bar is a natural first stop.
Happy Hour. It draws the after-work crowd, and the menu leans into minis and classics: a Classic Mini Martini or Dirty Mini Martini, a Mini Espresso Martini, plus Pan con Tomate by the piece, Croquetas de Jamón, Patatas Bravas, Angus Beef Sliders with sobrasada-bacon jam and crispy Manchego, and a Serrano Ham Grilled Cheese with burrata and truffle allioli. For a big group, El Chupito (Octo-Shot) is a house shot for six that comes with Patatas Bravas.
Sangría four ways. House-made sangría is a Boqueria signature, and the Fulton Market menu lists four styles:
- Tinta: red wine with gin, orange and lemon.
- Blanca: white wine with rum and white peach.
- Rosada: rosé wine with tequila and grapefruit.
- Sidra: Basque cider with whiskey, white wine, apples and fall spices, a cozy pick for a chilly Chicago evening.
Cocktails. Boqueria’s Iconic Shishito Margarita, made with shishito pepper infused tequila and fresh lime, is a favorite across our locations. This season’s list also includes the Fall Gin Tonic with apple bitters and star anise, the Tomaquet Martini (a nod to Catalonia’s pa amb tomàquet, or bread with tomato) and the Ibérico Washed Old Fashioned. Cocktail lists change with the seasons, so ask what is new.
Prefer wine? The all-Spanish list features small and iconic producers from the country’s classic regions.
6. Visit Us in Fulton Market
Fulton Market is one of Chicago’s most exciting places to eat and drink, and staying at The Hoxton puts you right in the middle of it. Boqueria sits a few blocks away on West Fulton Market, close enough for a spur-of-the-moment lunch and comfortable enough for a long celebration dinner.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Address | 807 West Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607 |
| From The Hoxton | A few blocks, roughly five minutes on foot |
| Neighborhood | Fulton Market, in Chicago’s West Loop |
| Menus | Happy Hour, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, Dessert and Drinks |
| Dietary | Several gluten-free options are marked on the menu |
| Reservations | Recommended, especially on weekends |
| Walk-ins | Bar seats are kept for walk-in guests |
Hosting a group? If you are in town for a conference, a team offsite or a family wedding, our private dining team builds tapas feasts around your group, from intimate dinners to full buyouts. See the Fulton Market events page for options.
Want to explore more of the area? Our guide to local finds near Boqueria Fulton Market has ideas for filling the rest of your stay.
Conclusion
A good trip is measured in meals. Among the restaurants near The Hoxton Chicago, Boqueria Fulton Market gives you a short walk through the old market streets and a table full of Spanish plates at the end of it: a quick Tapas Lunch between meetings, a lazy weekend Brunch Feast, or a chef’s menu and a pitcher of sangría with the people you came to see.
Browse the menus on the Boqueria Fulton Market location page, then reserve your table before you leave the hotel. We will have the croquetas ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Boqueria Fulton Market from The Hoxton, Chicago?
The Hoxton is at 200 North Green Street, and Boqueria is at 807 West Fulton Market. That is a few blocks apart, roughly a five-minute walk north on Green Street and then east along Fulton Market. A short taxi or rideshare works too in bad weather.
Is Boqueria a good spot for a business lunch near the hotel?
Yes. The Tapas Lunch lets each guest choose two tapas to share, with churros con chocolate for dessert, so the meal moves at a comfortable pace. There are also bowls, a salad and a strip steak for anyone who wants a plate of their own.
Can I eat at the bar if I am traveling alone?
Absolutely. Bar seats are kept for walk-in guests, and small plates are well suited to a solo meal. Order a couple of tapas and a glass of sangría or a Shishito Margarita and enjoy the energy of the room.
Can Boqueria Fulton Market host a group visiting Chicago?
Yes. Our private dining team builds tapas feasts for groups, from intimate dinners to full buyouts, and you can start planning on the Fulton Market events page. For parties of 6 or more, a 20% service charge applies, as noted on the menu.
Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, when Fulton Market gets busy and weekend brunch tables go quickly. If you decide at the last minute, bar seats are kept for walk-ins.