Cinco de Mayo

Updated: April 17, 2002

A fierce, festive occasion to raise a glass to freedom.

Food & Drink

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Uncle Julio's Hacienda
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    855 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 (map)

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Frontera Grill
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    445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Adobo Grill
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    1610 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

    This Old Town Mexican spot will offer a three-course, $29 prix fixe menu featuring Pueblan specialties like adobo marinated braised lamb shank and grilled langoustines with cream salsa (the menu is also available a la carte). On May 4, eight-piece band Mariachi Ameca will perform from 5pm to 9pm.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Cafe Salsa
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    9932 W 55th St, Countryside, IL 60525 (map)

  5. 5 3 Star Rating: Average Platiyo
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    3313 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)

    Upscale Mexican fare without the upscale prices make this festive space a neighborhood favorite.