La Bomba Torta
$, Mexican, Little Village
"What do you get when you combine sliced pork, breaded steak, ham, melted Chihuahua cheese, and bacon? You get felicidad and La Bomba Torta."
ChefCarmen Gutierrez
Chicago
My Venues
Accolades
- Chicago's Best MexicanChicago's Best TV
- Best Michelada In ChicagoTime Out Chicago
Where I Go Out
Plate of birria
$, Mexican, Breakfast, Archer Heights
"When my head hits my pillow at night, I dream about Chef Jonathan Zaragoza’s birria plate. Make sure you get the spicy molcajete sauce. Don’t say I didn’t warn you; you won’t be able to think about anything else for a while."
Carnitas tacos
$, Mexican, Tacos, Pilsen
"Don’t be discouraged by the one-hour line, every single weekend. It’s all about the pork here. I promise you, the carnitas are worth the wait!"
Lobster Tacos
$$, Happy Hour, Outdoor Seating, Mexican, Full Bar, Near North Side
"Mercadito has taken tacos to a whole other level with their delicious lobster tacos. Come hungry because you will definitely want to have more than one."
Whole Wheat Concha
$, Café, Mexican, Bakery, Heart Of Chicago
"This neighborhood staple has set the local standard for Mexican pastries. If you are looking for me on a Sunday morning, I will be standing in line waiting for my whole-wheat concha."
At My Venues
Grilled red snapper
$$, Outdoor Seating, Mexican, Full Bar, Seafood, Noble Square
"Best thing for a hangover, or brunch, or really anytime you’re hungry. It’s served with rice, vegetables, and tortillas. Grab a few friends and a few beers, and you’re set for the night."
