HMSHost - Tortas Frontera

Tortas Frontera, a collaboration between HMSHost and renowned chef Rick Bayless, brings authentic Mexican cuisine to travelers at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. This partnership aims to offer high-quality, farm-to-terminal dining experiences. The menu is inspired by Bayless's acclaimed Chicago restaurants, including Frontera Grill, Topolobampo, and XOCO.

Menu Offerings

The menu at Tortas Frontera is thoughtfully crafted to cater to both breakfast and lunch/dinner preferences.

• Breakfast Options: Travelers can enjoy breakfast tortas such as the Egg & Chorizo or Egg & Rajas, alongside molletes like the Queso & Cajeta.
• Lunch/Dinner Selections: The lunch and dinner menu features tortas made with all-natural, antibiotic-free chicken and pork. Notable options include the Cubana, Chipotle Chicken, Roasted Garlic Mushroom, and Braised Short-Rib a la Plancha.

To complement these dishes, the restaurant offers a Roasted Tomatillo Guacamole Bar, Kalona’s Organic Yogurt Bar, chips, salsas, soups, salads, Aguas Frescas, margaritas, and beer.

Awards and Recognition

Tortas Frontera has been recognized for its innovative approach to airport dining.

• In 2012, it received the Airports Council International-North America award for Innovative Use of Non-Traditional Retail Space.
• The Moodie Food & Beverage Awards honored it as the Best Fast Food/Quick Service Restaurant.

Locations

Tortas Frontera operates in multiple locations within Chicago O'Hare International Airport:

• Terminal 1: Near Gate B11, open daily from 5 am to 9 pm.
• Terminal 3: Near Gate K4, open daily from 5 am to 9 pm.
• Terminal 5: Near Gate M18, open daily from 6 am to 9 pm.
• Evanston, IL, USA
• Des Plaines, IL, USA

Conclusion

Tortas Frontera stands out as a premier destination for travelers seeking authentic Mexican cuisine in an airport setting.

With its diverse menu, commitment to quality ingredients, and strategic locations, it continues to enhance the dining experience for those passing through Chicago O'Hare International Airport.