Cuisine Amériques - Caraïbes Chicago

It's hard to miss the fluorescent graffiti that covers the front of this Mexican taco restaurant. Once inside, the decor does not disappoint and goes hand in hand with the exterior. Here, the tacos take center stage: with fish, vegetables or meat... A dozen varieties are offered, so don't hesitate to order an assortment to taste as many as possible! They are all delicious and at affordable prices. There is a cocktail bar upstairs and an outdoor patio, perfect for the nice days.

Housed in a former printing works, this restaurant offers an elegant, refined setting to match its Michelin-starred cuisine. Chef Andrew Zimmerman offers contemporary American cuisine based on local produce, with international touches. The menu changes with the seasons, and you're always pleasantly surprised. No wonder Michelle Obama is a regular. The owner, Emmanuel Nony, a Frenchman who has lived in Chicago for many years, will be happy to tell you a few anecdotes.

Vincent is first and foremost a restaurant with an excellent wine list and serves platters of local cheeses for aperitifs. It is also the favourite place for young couples from the neighbourhood to dine. This charming neighbourhood bistro is located in a small, discreet street perpendicular to North Clark Street. Its cuisine is American with European influences. We like the simplicity of the dishes and the generous cuisine. Cheese platters are a must but also try duck confit or steak with shallots and mushrooms for example.

In the Lake View district, this restaurant, with its pub atmosphere, good-natured atmosphere and dimmed lights, hides its game well because it is also a good gastro table that has even been rewarded with a gourmet Bib from the Michelin guide. You can enjoy small dishes that come in the form of elaborate but consistent tapas. Everything is based on seasonal, organic and fresh ingredients. The menu changes regularly but when we were here, the pork shoulder and mushroom pasta were a delight. A sure bet for your taste buds!

This tex-mex restaurant is literally stormed every evening, and the wait can be quite long, especially on weekends. But it's worth it. Tacos are to fall, especially the one with fish you can't resist. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, a large terrace allows you to relax in summer in the sun, and the menu of tequilas and mezcals very well provided allows you to warm up even in winter! Possibility to take your tacos with you if the wait for a table is too long.

Located below a hotel, this good neighborhood bar is a bit of a UFO. Inside, it's 100% pub, with hunters' artefacts and scarves and other fabrics bearing the effigy of various teams. You'll appreciate the airy terrace, the conviviality and the service. The menu is very confusing - too offbeat in its originality. Otherwise, almost everything is fried, even the sandwiches, and many dishes are seafood dishes: the influence of New Orleans cuisine.

With its disco-era logo and fake fast-food look, you could be fooled. But no, Tacos '76 offers very authentic Mexican cuisine, despite the absence of the colorful, flashy frills usually found in this type of restaurant. Tacos with golden tortillas, finely chopped onions and cilantro can be accompanied by a cold draught or a thirst-quenching agua de Jamaica. A terrace away from the main street is available, all to the sound of an eclectic playlist.

North of Maggie Daley Park, cut yourself off from the city while in the Loop. Below the buildings, sip your cold michelada while watching the dogs play in the adjoining Lakeshore East Park. The "Tiny Fat Taco Bar" offers all kinds of tasty Mexican specialties. Among other promotions, a taco night for US$3. Quesabirrias, burritos, succulent meats, the range of choices is wide. All week long, from 11am to 2:30pm, there is even a brunch. A charming address that stands out.

On this busy pedestrian street with its many restaurants, Havana Grill doesn't fall on deaf ears. Because before it tickles your taste buds, it's the Latino music that gets it noticed. Start by savouring the cocktails, while ordering something to nibble on: ceviche, for example, accompanied by banana chips. Then you'll be tempted by the meat, and what a meat it is! Tender, tasty and served with a few plantains (the famous platanos machos). You'll also find rum, pisco...