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Find out what Latin restaurants to try in Chicago. You could spend months or years in Chicago and still not experience everything that this metropolis has to offer. Lively, diverse, vibrant and energetic describes both the city and its people. From skyscrapers to waterfronts to historic neighborhoods to shopping paradises, Chicago’s neighborhoods work together to create a multidimensional destination with unique experiences around every corner. The Windy City is home to movers and shakers including presidents, boxers, civil rights leaders, famed architects, business tycoons and iconic figures. It’s a playground for outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, shoppers, history buffs and everyone in between.
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1. Tanta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 802 reviews
Reviewed By Lars M
A Peruvian friend recommended this restaurant, and Iâm glad she did. Since we knew nothing about this cuisine, our waitress, Jeimmy, took her time explaining the menu and making recommendations. We tried the Criollo Cebiche, which was amazing, with plenty of seafood. It could have done with less marinade, but it was very delicately flavored and delicious. The chicken empanada was one of the best Iâd eaten, nice and flaky with lots of flavor.We decided to order an entree, and chose the Lomo Saltado. This had been recommended by my friend, and this must be some type of Peruvian comfort food. Perfectly prepared tenderloin, potato wedges, and onions in a delicious broth. Wow! Finally we decided in dessert. Actually, we had two. We ordered the cookies and ice cream, but since we were celebrating an anniversary they also brought out a cheesecake free of charge. The cookies were made from quinoa flour and were delicate and flaky. The cheesecake was soft and delicious, and topped with pineapple and pear. Amazing. Overall I was very impressed. The service was top notch, from Jeimmy to the servers, and we look forward to returning soon.
2. Mexique
Overall Ratings
4 based on 509 reviews
Reviewed By LoafJugThouTree
We read all the reviews. We consumed all the hype. We reserved. We entered. We ate. We left. And, frankly, we were disappointed... because we realized that there was no other Mexican or Mexican-inspired restaurant in the world that could come even close to Mexique AND WE DON'T LIVE IN CHICAGO! What an absolutely extraordinary meal, made all the better because we reserved for an early hour, things were slow, and Chef Carlos had time to talk, tell us how to make this and that, and otherwise created and true otherworldly culinary experience. We each had the six-course tasting menu. (One can also order a la carte, but why?) We selected our own wine, although the wine-pairing option seemed intriguing. (I confess to being a wine snob.) We began with a tuna that was just amazing. Next, "Betabel," yellow and red baby beets, with pink mole and pistachio foam, and greens. The follow-up: Cream of corn soup with micro greens; merely to die for. Soldiering on, the octopus taco -- OCTOPUS TACO!!!! -- was mind bending. Then we finished up with duck breast with pickled papaya and pork belly. Dessert was an utterly amazing chocolate something that seemed to be something on the order of "welcome to heaven." OK. The price. $85 for the tasting menu. Frankly, I'd say well worth $150 were that the charge. Incredible.
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3. Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Overall Ratings
4 based on 812 reviews
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! Is Chicago's original Spanish tapas bar, serving the Lincoln Park neighborhood since 1985.
Reviewed By RockeRoanoke
We received great service and excellent food. We started with the Pintxo Platter, followed with short ribs, seared sea scallops w cauliflower purée, grilled lamb chops, chorizo wrapped dates, goat cheese baked in tomato sauce and a mixed green salad. Every dish was great! We were in a bit of a rush so we did not order paella - we saw many orders delivered and it looked so good.
