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La Pena

4212 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60641

Good portions of Ecuadorian food at its finest!

Cuisine: Latin American, South American, Ecuadorian | Neighborhood: Portage Park

Las Tablas

4920 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60641

A popular Columbian steak house with lively ambience, flavorful meats, and good drinks.

Cuisine: Latin American, South American, Colombian | Neighborhood: Portage Park

Libertad

7931 Lincoln Ave.
Skokie, IL 60077

Libertad offers a menu of inspired Latin fusion cuisine. In a modern, comfortable atmosphere, that makes you feel like you are in the city, enjoy tasty dinner options, excellent service, and a nice wine list. 

Cuisine: Latin American | Neighborhood: Skokie

May Street Cafe

1146 W. Cermak
Chicago, IL 60608

Known for its inventive cuisine, this cafe draws Nuevo Latin and contemporary American cuisine together to create an eclectic menu of dishes.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Latin American, Caribbean, American | Neighborhood: Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village

Maya Del Sol

144 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302

Maya Del Sol offers a wonderful mix of Latin American traditional dishes kicked up a notch. Enjoy dishes from Mexico, Cuba, Ecuador, and more. There is a delicious selection of top-shelf mixed cocktails, perfectly paired wines, and Margaritas are shaken table-side. The friendly, attentive service takes excellent care to make your experience enjoyable. The comfortable atmosphere is brought to life with live music. If you are planning a great time that night, ask about the Maya Del Sol limo!

Cuisine: Latin American | Neighborhood: Oak Park

Pueblito Viejo

5429 N. Lincoln
Chicago, IL 60625

Latin American cuisine is served in a party atmosphere! Enjoy traditional and authentic Colombian dishes like chorizo, empanadas, fried plantains, and perfectly grilled flank steak, chicken and pork. The exotic décor will transport you to an outdoor fiesta, all indoors! The DJ and the dance floor come alive after 9:00 pm.   

Cuisine: Latin American, Colombian | Neighborhood: Lincoln Square

Taqueria La Lagartija

132 S. Ashland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60607

Taqueria La Lagartija serves “real-deal” tacos with fresh ingredients in a casual, upbeat environment. Everything is made to order.

Cuisine: Latin American | Neighborhood: Near West Side

Vermilion

10 West Hubbard
Chicago, IL 60611

The melding of contemporary Indian and Latin American cuisines with a selection of untamed regional Indian fare "Heat" - tapas, signature entrees, hedonistic desserts, boutique latin & global wines, "herb & spice" cocktails.

Cuisine: Latin American, Indian, Fusion | Neighborhood: River North

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