Tantalizing cuisines of many, many diverse ethnic groups season Chicago’s food scene with variety and the spice of life. Downtown and in Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods, countless ethnic restaurants are ready to serve up your favorites or introduce you to new tastes.
Chicago’s ethnic food options run the gamut from A to Z – or at least A to V – in restaurants offering African, Asian, Caribbean, Chinese, Eastern European, French, German, Greek, Indian/Pakistani, Japanese, Korean, Latin American, Mediterranean, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Moroccan, Polish, South American, Spanish, Thai and Vietnamese foods.
Find authentic Italian foods throughout the city and, especially, in the Little Italy neighborhood where menus include many different Italian delicacies and frozen lemonade.
OPAA! On the near west side, Greektown restaurants delight guests with traditional Greek cuisine and a lively atmosphere to provide an unforgettable dining experience.
Have a taste for Chinese? Find great Chinese food throughout the city and in the 40-some restaurants in bustling Chinatown. And many Asian immigrants and refugees have lent their culinary talents to the exceptional Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Laotian, French Vietnamese and Cambodian restaurants and bakeries in the Argyle Street area.
Great Mexican restaurants and bakeries may be found all around Chicago – especially in the Latin community of Pilsen and Little Village.
Along Devon Avenue on the city’s northwest side, the air is filled with the delightful aromas of delicacies being prepared by great Indian and Pakistani restaurants.
Spice up your Chicago visit with these and other ethnic options. You’re sure to find a favorite!
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