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Bien Trucha

410 W. State Street
Geneva, IL 60134

Bien Trucha means to be on-top of your game and that's what they mean to be. This restaurant offers a modern Mexican "changarro", specializing in a surprising variety of tacos inspired by the street food of Mexico City. Dishes are plentiful and meant to be shared along with a variety of margaritas and homemade saneritas. The environment is warm and cozy and provides an urban feel in the suburbs.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Geneva

Cemitas Puebla

3619 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

A family owned restaurant specializing in authentic Poblano foods. The chipotles and salsas are made fresh daily using ingredients grown in their own garden or imported from Mexico. The only place in Chicago serving the cemita sandwich.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

Chilam Balam

3023 N. Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60657

A sustainably minded BYOB restaurant serving Latin American inspired shared plates with a farm fresh twist. Meals are designed to be shared at the table with fresh tortillas and tostadas. Dishes are prepared without using unnatural additives or ingredients. The menu changes each month based on seasonally available products.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Cilantro Cocina Mexicana

18755 Dixie Highway
Homewood, IL 60430

A lively and colorful restaurant boasting delicious traditional Mexican cuisine and the best award-winning salsa in the land. You can also enjoy “mug-aritas” and other delicious drinks served with a smile. Seasonal seating also available on the festive outdoor patio.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Homewood

El Barco

1035 N. Ashland
Chicago, IL 60622

The restaurant is shaped like a boat. Need anymore be said?

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: East Village / Ukrainian Village

Federales

180 North Morgan Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Federales is a lofty, open-air tequila and taco concept with an energetic, fun atmosphere.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern | Neighborhood: West Loop

Flo

1434 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60642

The place is both a gallery for folk art and a funky cafe that specializes in New Mexican cooking (there are subtle differences between this cuisine and Tex-Mex, or California Mex, or Mex Mex). Flo gets its peppers directly from a farmer in New Mexico, so the taste is as genuine as anything in Santa Fe.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Southwestern, American | Neighborhood: West Town

La Pasadita

1132 N. Ashland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

A traditional Mexican taqueria without any frills. Names number two on the Chicago Trubine's list of best tacos, La Pasadita welcomes patrons with colorful murals and a speedy meal.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: East Village / Ukrainian Village

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

Mercadito

108 W. Kinzie St.
Chicago, IL 60654

Traditional Mexican cuisine is served up with a modern flare at Mercadito. You'll find distinctive guacamoles and a wide variety of tacos and enchiladas. The flavors are vibrant and the ingredients are fresh and exotic. They provide a large beverage program of mixed drinks and a tequila lounge. The atmosphere is exciting, energetic, and trendy. Great for a fun night out or a special occasion; this place really comes to life at night!

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern | Neighborhood: Near North

New Rebozo

1116 Madison Street
Oak Park, IL 60302

The restaurant offers a fun atmosphere offering authentic Mexican dishes, including over fourteen recipes of moles.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Oak Park

Wholly Frijoles

3908 W. Touhy Ave.
Lincolnwood, IL 60712

A small, nay, tiny Mexican eatery with a Chef and owner with roots in the acclaimed Pump Room.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Lincolnwood

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