Las Carnitas Uruapan

Mexican restaurant · South Lawndale

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Five decades of Michoacán-style carnitas, now showcased in a 26th Street flagship that opened in 2025. Celebrated by the Michelin Guide and featured in credible local reporting on the new location. ([guide.michelin.com](https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/illinois/chicago/restaurant/carnitas-uruapan/?utm_source=openai), [blockclubchicago.org](https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/07/carnitas-uruapan-opening-long-awaited-flagship-restaurant-in-little-village/?utm_source=openai))

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/illinois/chicago/restaurant/carnitas-uruapan
Mexican Food in Chicago (2025)

3801 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60623 Get directions

carnitasuruapanchi.com
@carnitas_uruapanchi

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