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TOP TAKEOUT OCT

TAQUERIA CHINGÓN

Mexican | Tacos | $

Extra-thick tortillas are required (and made inhouse) at this Bucktown taqueria to hold the hefty, endlessly creative fillings, such as duck carnitas and vegetarian al pastor. Snack on ceviche and melty Raclette quesadillas, and finish off the night with an order of irresistible churros.

773-687-9408

taqueriachingon.com

2234 N. Western Ave., Bucktown

AVEC

European | Mediterranean | $$

With locations in the West Loop and River North, Avec serves Mediterranean fare with Western European accents. Starters include longtime favorites, such as chorizo-stuffed dates and brandade; larger dishes include cheese-rich focaccia, chicken shawarma roti (West Loop), and paella (River North). Consider the half-priced bottles

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