Chicago Restaurants

Borinquen Restaurant

#11 of 828 things to do in Chicago

#15 of 1209 things to do in Great Lakes

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Good for: Budget Travellers, Families

  • Address
    • 1720 N California Ave
  • Transport
    • Blue Line to Western
  • Phone
    • 773-442-8001
  • Price
    • mains $7-15
  • Hours
    • 10am-10pm Sun-Thu, to midnight Fri & Sat

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Lonely Planet review for Borinquen Restaurant

The story goes that Borinquen owner Juan ‘Peter’ Figueroa created his signature dish after reading an article in a Puerto Rican newspaper about a sandwich that subbed plantains for bread – a flash of inspiration that birthed the jibarito, a popular dish that piles steak, lettuce, tomato and garlic mayo between two thick, crisply fried plantain slices. The idea caught on, and the jibarito is all the rage at local Puerto Rican eateries. It’s the marquee item at Borinquen, though more traditional Puerto Rican fare is also available at this homey family spot.

 

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    Delicioso!

    saylind recommends this,

    It is a small restaraunt that is hidden in the humboldt park neighborhood. Come for the unique Jibarito sandwiches and Latino atmosphere. My favorite is the Puerto Rican rice (arroz con gandules). The best time to eat here is in June when the park is lively with Music and vendors during the Puerto Rican Festival.

    Good for: Budget Travellers, Families

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