Clado De Res
$7.50Tender beef and fresh vegetables simmered in a savory, aromatic broth, served alongside warm tortillas and a cup of fluffy rice.
3657 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60623
2500 S Christiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
2528 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
3322 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60632
2421 S Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
1837 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
El Faro features a dedicated "Casa Vegetariana" section offering dishes like Torta De Soya Estilo Pollo, Tostada De Soya Estilo Ceviche, and Queso Panela A La Parrilla. They also offer vegetarian Chile Relleno tacos and burritos, alongside fresh garden salads with tofu cheese.
Yes, many core menu items are naturally gluten-free, including corn tortilla tacos (such as Carne Asada, Al Pastor, and Lengua) and traditional soups like Pozole Rojo, Pozole Verde, Menudo, and Caldo De Res.
While the refried beans at El Faro are prepared vegan-friendly without animal lard, the Mexican rice contains animal-based broth and is not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets.
El Faro is exceptionally budget-friendly. Tacos range from $1.60 to $2.95, toasted tortas are priced between $3.25 and $3.75, burritos cost $4.25 to $4.95, and hearty scratch-made soups and stews range from $5.50 to $7.50.
El Faro serves a variety of slow-cooked soups including Pozole Rojo (pork and hominy in guajillo broth), Pozole Verde (chicken and hominy in tomatillo broth), Menudo (tender beef tripe), and Caldo De Res (beef stew with fresh vegetables). Soups are accompanied by warm corn tortillas, rice, or crispy tostadas.