Address: 5741 N Lincoln
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square
Cuisine: Mexican
Vibe: Casual
Website: https://ricuramexicana.com/
Our take: A welcoming Lincoln Avenue spot for tacos, burritos, tortas and chilaquiles, the kind of place where lunch turns into the afternoon. Confirm they allow BYOB before you plan the night around it.
Wine Pairing: Mexican food wants acid and a little fruit: a dry rosé, an Albariño or a Garnacha. A crisp Sauvignon Blanc cuts through the chilaquiles and the fajitas without a fuss.
Beer Pairing: A Mexican lager with a squeeze of lime is the classic, and a Vienna lager adds a touch of toasted malt for the steak tacos and tortas.
Spirits Pairing: Blanco tequila for the margarita-minded, reposado or mezcal to sip beside the fajitas. Bring limes.