El Quetzal

Address: 3445 W Lawrence

Neighborhood: Albany Park

Cuisine: Latin / Guatemalan

Price Range: $$$

Website: https://www.elquetzalchicago.com/

Hours:

Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Our take: Guatemala’s embassy of flavor: El Quetzal brings Central American soul to Albany Park. Bring a bottle of Ron Zacapa and let the sabores take flight.

Wine Pairing: Guatemalan cuisine pairs well with a fruity Garnacha or a crisp Albariño. For a unique pairing, try a Txakolina from Basque country.

Beer Pairing: A Guatemalan lager like Gallo is traditional. For a craft option, try a Mexican-style lager or a fruited wheat beer.

Spirits Pairing: Ron Zacapa, a Guatemalan rum, is the perfect pairing. For a non-rum option, bring a bottle of mezcal for smoky cocktails.