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Best Southwestern Food In Chicago

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Uncle Julio's Hacienda

855 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 266-4222
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Grab your boots and head on down to Uncle Julio's Hacienda for some good ole Tex-Mex. The chips and salsa are very fresh and you can add some con queso to add a little flair to start. If you are unsure the carne asada steak is a solid dish and they have great fajitas, tacos, and margaritas!

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Big Star

1531 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 235-4039
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This neighborhood favorite brings a great mix of Tex-Mex, cheap eats, and a wide assortment of beers. Tacos al-pastor are unique with marinated, spit-roasted pork shoulder with grilled pineapple, grilled onion and cilantro. very tasty!

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De Cero Taqueria

814 W. Randolph
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 455-8114
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Line them up and take them down! This authentic Taqueria serves up a mean tray of tacos and other Tex-Mex favorites. A great mix of salsas, guacamole, and ceviches to start. Located in the west loop, De Cero Taqueria offers other great entrees and a taco Sunday brunch!

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Angels & Mariachis

1721 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 227-7772
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If you looking for a restaurant with a fun rocking atmosphere then this is for you. Angels & Mariachis is also a music venue and has a night club feel. A wide assortment of special drinks and reasonably priced good tasting Tex-Mex goodies to choose from.

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Rolis Regional Mexican Food

5004 N. Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 728-6200

Don't judge a book by its cover when you pass by this establishment, it may not look like much but it surely is a solid Tex-Mex style restaurant. The $6 dollar burrito is HUGE and is thats not your style you can choose from entrees such as Chile Relleno, chicken enchiladas, and flan. Rolis Regional Mexican Food is worth a visit!

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