Best Central American Food In Chicago

Central America has a surplus of good taste, confirmed by the delicious range of Central America food and drink. Some Central America food is extremely familiar, like fried chicken in Guatemala or fruit smoothies in Costa Rica. Other meals are exotic like fried palm flowers in El Salvador or stuffed yucca rolls in Panama. Here's a list of the best restaurants that serve Central American food in Chicago.

Irazu Costa Rican Restaurant

1865 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago IL
(773) 252-5687
www.irazuchicago.com

For those who want to feel like they've escaped Chicago and entered into an Island full of steak, pork chops, vegetarian burritos, and oatmeal milk shakes, then Irazu is the place for you. Their outdoor patio is a party atmosphere with a DJ and authentic music. The food is plentiful, delicious, and at a good value.

El Tinajon

2054 W Roscoe St
(between Hoyne Ave & Seeley Ave)
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 525-8455

El Tinajon serves up delicious Guatemalan and Mexican food. Their specialties are tamales, burritos, chile rellenos, tostadas and an assortment of platters. Tinajon goers often warn new comers that the salsa served is extremely addictive.

Folklore Argentine Grill

2013-15 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 342-4557
www.rosadelima.com

For those who enjoy getting "bang for your buck" then Rosa De Lima is your kind of place. When restaurant goers arrive, they are brought a free bowl of chicken and rice soup with garlic bread to dip it in and a side of spicy aji. The décor at Rosa De Lima consists of Full-walled murals portraying tropical waterfalls and exotic birds, while each table is adorned with artistically folded napkins and carnations in the center. Their menu includes beef and lamb stew, fried steak, steak strips, breaded steak, and pork all at a reasonable price.