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Chef Stephen Sandoval introduces one of the most prized steak sauces on our menu: the Huitlacoche Bordelaise — a classic French bordelaise built around huitlacoche, Mexico's celebrated corn delicacy, finishing our steaks with something darker, earthier, and entirely our own.

Next time you're at Trino, ask for it.

Reservations on OpenTable or directly at trinochicago.com

Trino Steakhouse | West Loop, Chicago by @chefsand

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THE NEXT CHEF POD IS HERE
Three chefs. Three distinct restaurants. One kitchen at the 2026 Meals on Wheels Chicago Celebrity Chef Ball.

We’re excited to welcome:
Stephen Gillanders (@stephen.gillanders) @s.k.y.restaurant
Dino Tsaknis (@dino_tsaknis) @laurelchicago
Stephen Sandoval (@chefsand) @diegoxchi | @trinoxchi | @suenoschi

On October 23, they’ll be cooking together alongside more than 60 chefs from across Chicago for one unforgettable night in support of seniors throughout our city.

Friday, October 23
The Geraghty
6–11:30 PM

Come hungry. Come celebrate Chicago’s incredible culinary community. And help us make sure no one should age into hunger.
Tickets: mowc.org/ccb

#CelebrityChefBall #MealsOnWheelsChicago #ChicagoChefs #ChicagoFood #ChicagoEvents #NoOneShouldAgeIntoHunger by @chefsand

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6 days ago

What is Vaca Vieja? Something we bring in as a Special on the weekends when available, often at Trino Steakhouse | West Loop Chicago

Chef Stephen Sandoval Talks about his favorite Steaks.

RSVP on Open Table or through our website at https://Trinochicago.com by @chefsand

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9 days ago

Fall menu R&D @trinoxchi
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@teh.jesse @chefsand by @chefsand

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11 days ago

Trino Steakhouse | Steaks: Picanha
What's that Steak?!

Chef Stephen Sandoval dives into steak cuts at Trino Steakhouse in West Loop, Chicago. @creekstone_farms USDA PRIME HALAL

Picanha originated in Brazil as a traditional churrasco barbecue staple before rising to fame across South America and global steakhouse culture. In southern Brazil, the branding iron or the area where cattle were poked or branded on the rump was called a 'picanha', eventually giving the adjacent meat cut its name.

RSVP on Open Table, or through our website at https://Trinochicago.com by @chefsand

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12 days ago

Chef @chefsand will be at Sportman’s tonight! @drinkandgather Stop by! taken in Sportsman's Club by @chefsand

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17 days ago

TODAY: ASADA SUNDAY | DIEGO x ISTMO | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH · 4PM

We have a very special Asada Sunday this week, featuring our dear friend Chef Carlos Lopez Muños of Istmo Oaxacan Cuisine @istmochicago

Walk-ins are always welcome — patio tables are all first come, first served outside.

Take a peek at his taco and oyster preparations for you all on the next slide! Full Diego Menu will also be available all night.

RSVP on OpenTable, or just stop by. Link in bio, and online at https://diegochicago.com

459 N Ogden Ave, West Town · Chicago

RSVP on Open Table or on our website at https://trinochicago.com

Closed For Labor Day. by @chefsand

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a month ago

The team that eats together, stays together. (Or at least survives Q4 together — misma cosa.)

Team dinners. Holiday parties. Client entertainment. We do all of it, and we do it well.

Cumpleanos? Anniversary? Just survived the last six months? We have a room for that.

Private and Semi-Private rooms for 10–50 guests. Custom menus. Full-service bar. Now Booking for November and December.

Inquiries: Maria@trinochicago.com
https://trinochicago.com/private-events by @chefsand

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𐃘 HEIRLOOM TOMATO ↓

Almond Morita Vinaigrette, Cotija Cheese, Avocado, Croutons, Basil + Mint

+Add Jamon Iberico if you are feeling fancy...

As summer comes to an end, we are savoring every last tomato we can get from our partners on the Farm. Stop by and enjoy this salad with a glass of Mexican Sake, before it's gone!

RSVP on Open Table or at HTTPS://TRINOCHICAGO.COM | Trino Steakhouse is Now Open Mondays! by @chefsand

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Pretty Chic to have Happy Hour Seven Days a Week.

Pretty Chic to have Happy Hour until 7PM, Monday-Sunday.

West Loop, come join us at the bar 4:30-7PM Monday-Sunday. $10 Cocktails, $8 wines, lots of food especiales…

RSVP on Open Table, or just stop by after a long day. We are here for you.

Http://Trinochicago.com by @chefsand

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Can you believe next week is September? We are going full force in to Holiday Event mode, opening up our Private Dining Rooms for all of November and December reservations.

We would be honored to host you for Team Gatherings and Life Celebrations.

Our Event Director Maria will guide you through all the details, making planning a dream for you and your.

Link in Bio, or at https://trinochicago.com/private-events by @chefsand

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a month ago

Weekend Special: Madai Snapper Crudo
Peach, Tomato Water, Rosemary

RSVP on Open Table on on our website at https://trinochicago.com

Photo: Derrick Koch @derrick_koch by @chefsand

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