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Best Argentinean Food In Chicago

Argentinean cuisine is a dominant South American cuisine. The food has a strong culinary influence of French, Italian and Spanish cuisines. Here's a list of the best Argentinean restaurants in Chicago.
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Tango Sur Argentina

3763 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 477-5466

Tango Sur Argentina is a favorite among many Chicagoans. For those who love steak, Tango Sur is the place for you. Many say their steak is the best especially for its price. Candlelight is among every table where tango music plays as servers in white T-shirts hustle around. Tango Sur has outdoor seating and also takes up two rooms. The front room has white-tile floors and minimal decor; the back room warms things up with exposed-brick walls and handsome wood accents. Tango Sur's energy, gorgeous décor, and delicious food are what attracts people to the restaurant and brings them back for more.

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El Nandu Restaurant

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2731 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60647
(773) 278-0900
www.elnandu.com

If you're looking for a Argentinean place for any age, group size, or celebration then El Nandu Restaurant is for you. Their warm colors, spicy food items, and music is the perfect setting for a hot summer evening, or a cold Chicago night. El Nandu recently renovated their bar area which now holds more room for guests. Some of their favorite dishes said by restaurant goers are Criolla Empanada, Pollo Empanada, Camarones Empanada, Maiz Empanada and Pollo Al Chimichurri. El Nandu is a little pricey but wonderful for any occasion such as a birthday or night out with a special someone.

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Folklore Argentine Grill

2100 W. Division St.
(between Hoyne Ave & Damen Ave)
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 292-1600

Folklore deals primarily in generous cuts of meat. The real head-turner is the Argentine parrillada, available for one ($19) or two ($31). You must try the empanadas; flaky hand-formed pastries filled with ground beef, chicken, corn and cheese, spinach and cheese or ham and cheese. They're $2 a piece, you might as well sample them all.

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