When i say "chicago style" i'm referring to the majority of enchilada's found here. The sauces are usually very thick, and ketchup like. I travel for work, and over the past decade have had enchiladas in almost every state in the US. Sadly, one of my best enchiladas was at La Fuente in Milwaukee, WI (of all places).

I'm looking for a sauce thats slightly thick, but not dried ketchup-y. I've been on the hunt for them for a while now, and as of yet have not found anything even remotely close to La Fuente. I guess it's not too bad to drive to Milwaukee for them.


Thanks anyways for all the tips. El Taco Velouz does have great tacos. i totally agree

-Well, there are all sorts of sauces used for enchiladas-ranchera, tomatillo, red chile based, and various moles. I really haven't encountered ketchup consistency sauces-I guess if you had a plate of mole enchiladas that was under a heat lamp too long. There is also a style called "enchiladas a la plaza" where the tortillas are dipped in a red chile sauce and fried-so that they are not "wet" at all-this is very traditional. Also a black bean sauce covered ench-"enfrijoladas".
-I guess I'm still confused about this Chicago-style thing. Not sure what kind of sauce, and where they are serving this stuff.
-My biggest complaint since the 70's is that the moles used are too often from a jar, and that too much emphasis is put on "Suiza" style (covered in soupy sauce and cheese). (Allright, that's not my biggest complaint since the 70's)
-Have you tried some of our upscale places?-Frontera rotates enchiladas from the various regions on their menu. Salpicon, Adobo, Geno's new place, all may have good versions. I'm not a big ench fan anymore, so can't say for certain...

I have been meaning to write about a place we like very much. My partner thinks the tacos al pastor are pretty decent, and I, the sloppy vegetarian, appreciate that they have the usual (chile rellenos, enchiladas) and also sopes and gorditas. They also serve 3 salsas and chips (rojo, verde, and typical tomato) PLUS they serve a cup of crema, which I love for dipping. Finally, I love their licuado de fresas which has the frozen strawberries in syrup flavor of my childhood memories. Just to give you an idea where we stand, we do love La Pasadita and think Asadero is also a good taco joint. It is called El Taconazo and while there are other Taconazos, this one is on the corner of North and Kedvale. Couldn't find an address and don't know if it's a chain.

hikawatressler wrote:It is called El Taconazo and while there are other Taconazos, this one is on the corner of North and Kedvale. Couldn't find an address and don't know if it's a chain.

It's a (small) chain of some sort. I've only been to the one on E 106th. I can't say I remember a whole lot about it except you can get birria without leaving your car!

Erik M. wrote:

kvltrede wrote:Just to confuse this issue further I'll state that I've never had anything at El Taco Veloz that wasn't good to great. It's not a place that'll change your life but it's a place that I miss since leaving that neighborhood.

I am on record here, and at Chowhound, as a longtime fan of El Taco Veloz.

El Taco Veloz
1745 W. Chicago Ave.
312.738.0363
8am-1am Sun-Th
7am-3am Fr-Sat


E.M.

Dude, me too!!! I love that place and primarily for the free chips that are the best anywhere, with 2 salsas and the vinegar carrots, cauliflower, jalapenos. Their rice & beans cannot be beat.

They tacos as LaPasadita might be a tad better, but Veloz makes up for it with the free chips, 2 salsas, carrots & cauliflower, and the rice & beans.

Did you ever notice the shrine in the back? The former owner, who I met many times (he told me how they make the 2 salsas) was shot dead while he went back to Mexico. Sad thing. I also wish they could keep the gang graffiti under control in the bathroom.

Lately I've become a fan of
El Paisano Taco's
2429 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 292-1002
They deliver.
But if you eat in, the chips and salsas are the best. Much better than the chips at Arturo's or la Condesa, my other eat in options. BYOB.