Taqueria La Lagartija serves “real-deal” tacos with fresh ingredients in a casual, upbeat environment. Everything is made to order.
The strip-mall location might be a bit off-putting, but once inside, the Peruvian art-clad walls transport patrons to a land where they can feast on paella and other Peruvian treats.
Tio Luis Tacos offers a menu of traditional Mexican dishes, many from the region of Guadalajara Halisco. Known for their great steak tacos, the food is authentic and delicious. The atmosphere is warm, the service is delightful and the price is right!
An Italian joint with history. For sixty years, local regulars have been returning for the Chicago Italian ambience and nostalgia.
Uru Swati offers a menu of flavorful, vegetarian Indian dishes in one of the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in Chicago. You will find traditional samosas, dosa, masala, and paneer, as well as house-made naan and garlic breads. Very reasonably priced. Catch a little Bollywood on TV while you’re there too! A BYOB restaurant.
A small, nay, tiny Mexican eatery with a Chef and owner with roots in the acclaimed Pump Room.
Senegalese cuisine is similar to that of other Western African cultures. Fish, lamb and beef are incorporated into most dishes, often stewed or combined with fresh juices. Consider the historical background of Senegal (Woolof, Islam, and French) and the flavors become apparent.