"Chicago has a ton of Mexican restaurants, so at any given moment you’re just a short walk away from a torta. But Torteria San Lenchito in Albany Park might be the most prolific torta-maker in the city. This small spot has 26 different types, with a framed photo of each one on the wall. There’s no such thing as a bad choice here—from simpler tortas like al pastor or carne asada, to the San Lenchito: slow-roasted pork, ham, poblano peppers, onions, and melty American cheese." - sam faye, adrian kane, john ringor, nick allen