El Faro Restaurant

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"This longtime healthy Mexican spot has something for everyone. Sure, there’s carne asada and al pastor for meat eaters but vegetarians can dig into a veggie Cubana torta made with soy chicken, sausage, and bacon alongside chipotle sauce, an organic egg, and more." - Naomi Waxman, Eater Staff

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3936 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60623 Get directions

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