A sustainably minded BYOB restaurant serving Latin American inspired shared plates with a farm fresh twist. Meals are designed to be shared at the table with fresh tortillas and tostadas. Dishes are prepared without using unnatural additives or ingredients. The menu changes each month based on seasonally available products. Lakeview 3023 N. Broadway St Chicago, IL 60657 (773)296-6901 Premiered 2/11/2011
Specializing in classic Greek dishes, Central Gryos provides guests with an authentic experience. The menu features their award winning gyros. To bring excitement to your meal, order the saganaki, flaming cheese! An affordable restaurant with a comfortable atmosphere that is great for families and small groups. Near West Side 3127 N. Central Chicago, IL 60634 (773)-545-1276 Premiered 11/12/2010
A family owned restaurant specializing in authentic Poblano foods. The chipotles and salsas are made fresh daily using ingredients grown in their own garden or imported from Mexico. The only place in Chicago serving the cemita sandwich. Humboldt Park 3619 W. North Avenue Chicago, IL 60647 (773)-772-8435 Premiered 1/14/2011
Bien Trucha means to be on-top of your game and that's what they mean to be. This restaurant offers a modern Mexican "changarro", specializing in a surprising variety of tacos inspired by the street food of Mexico City. Dishes are plentiful and meant to be shared along with a variety of margaritas and homemade saneritas. The environment is warm and cozy and provides an urban feel in the suburbs. Geneva 410 W. State Street Geneva, IL 60134 (630) 232-2665 Premiered 11/12/2010
A counter service Vietnamese sandwich shop that offers freshly made traditional Vietnamese dishes at affordable prices. The specialty is a French/Vietnamese sandwich called the ban mi. Uptown 5014 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60640 (773)561-4424 Premiered 10/20/2010
Authentic Middle Eastern dishes prepared over a natural wood open grill and served in an exotic atmosphere reminiscent of a dessert oasis. They are known for their tender kabobs and delicious appetizers. The coffee is authentic and strong, not for the light-hearted! Bridgeview 7216 West 87th Steet Bridgeview, IL 60455 (708)599-1999 Premiered 2/11/2011