The Best Dishes Eater Chicago Editors Ate This Week: August 22 | Eater Chicago

"When is guac not just guac? When it’s the guacamole tatemado at Matilda , a new Mexican Peruvian spot in River North. I’ve tried the avocado dip in nearly every way imaginable, even prepared tableside , but Matilda still somehow surprised me. A fire-roasted avocado has its pit removed and is stuffed with ají amarillo and pico de gallo. It arrives at the table in acevichada sauce with herb ash, and the server mashes everything down to a smooth spread. Accompanied by house-made chips, the dish offers a playful, creative twist on a classic — an approach found throughout much of the menu. It’s a fantastic starter, and you shouldn’t let the straightforward description keep you from ordering it." - Jeffy Mai