Love this place - the food was so delicious! The steak was cooked perfectly and the empanadas for appetizers were on point - I couldn't eat enough. The place was pretty busy so that delayed our seating a little and it took a little time to be checked on - so long as you're not in a hurry, it's great. Can't wait to get back there... read more

Who doesn't love a BYOB! Service was a tad slow but it was a busy friday night. The food came out hot so can't complain. I tried the chicken and beef empanadas and the beef was hands down my fave! The salad came out with the food which was fine for me, very simple but perfect flavor. I went with the vacio steak med well and it was cooked to absolute perfection! I love chimichurri but the steak has so much flavor on its own omg! I can't wait to come back to Chicago, this will be my first stop. read more

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It has the trappings of an Argentine restaurant but absent good Morcilla and the Argentine chorizos could have been better.

Tango Sur is not bad by any means (I know this is somewhat eyebrow raising given my 3 stars which should really be more like 3.75). The service was what you'd expect from this type of affair: server made recommendations, waitstaff kept up with water and removing plates. The vibe was nice. I wasn't particular fond of the front dining area. I liked the mod decor but sitting in front of the host stand and just outside the restroom wasn't for me. Sitting outside this area could have helped my impression. The food was not for me. The melted cheese app made zero sense without any crackers or something to pair it with. And the three tiny slices of bread (for two) didn't help. The empanadas were tasty and probably the highlight of the night. The side of asparagus was way too much that most went to waste. The mashed potatoes were too watery for my taste. The steak would have been great if it wasn't lathered in garlic. Everyone loves garlic but it was way too saturated in it that it overshadowed the flavor of the steak. While this place wasn't the best for steak imo, it was a nice affair for celebrating and the service was on point. I'd give them a second shot if I had a reason to, like an invite for some sort of affair. BYOB. read more

This is a perfect date night spot! Loved the ambiance with candle lit tables and that it's BYOB. The ham and cheese empanada was chefs kiss I ordered the "el filet" and the steak was cooked to perfection! read more

Tango Sur - El Filet - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was visiting from out of town for a concert & decided to stop in for a quick bite to eat beforehand since they had great reviews on their empanadas. I wish I just had gone straight to the concert though. Firstly, there isn't a typical Host stand in the front (nor any sign or person directing guests)- not an issue but since I was confused I decided to go to their register towards the back & when I asked if I seat myself or wait for someone- the two men looked at each other like they were confused also?? Then asked me to have a seat along the wall. The ambiance was intimate, the lights were low, & it wasn't too loud in there nor busy at the time. Plus it was a Tuesday around 4:40pm when I arrived but it took them awhile to hand me a menu & took them even longer to take my order. My server (Daniel) was quite short with me & all of our 3 interactions seemed forced & unnatural. I got the "vibe" that they did not want me there & felt far from welcomed. I was not checked on after I received & ate some of my food. Plus I had to ask for the bill since no one came by for so long. To add insult to injury- the sauce that came with the empanadas was extremely oily with a strong taste that was not pleasant & the empanadas themselves (at least the chicken ones) were not that great. I loved how crispy they were but whatever they used to season the chicken was just not that great. The only person that made me feel welcomed was the busser (whose name I did not catch) so I gave him more of the tip than my server. The busser smiled when speaking to me, refilled my water, & was just more pleasant to interact with. I don't plan on ever returning here & I seen another review about them being racist towards Mexicans & I 100% believe it. read more

Incredible restaurant in Lakeview perfect for all occasions. I've been to very few Argentinian steak houses and now I want to go to more. We ordered a bunch of entrees of meat to share with the table - my favorites were the Pechuga de Pollo (grilled chicken breast with chinichurri) and Entraña (outer skirt steak with vesuvio potatoes). The service was excellent and I loved that they're a BYOB establishment. Petition to have all restaurant be BYOB! Will definitely be going back here to try their smaller dishes read more

Tango Sur - Entrana - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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SIMPLY AMAZING - this place is the absolutely best. From the food to the service! It's a great date night or regular dinner spot! And it's BYOB! read more

Tango Sur - Costeleta- Ribeye and Spinach mash potatoes - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is my must-visit steak spot every time I go to Chicago! Perfectly cooked filet Mignon with generous mashed potato sides and savory chimichurri sauce is what you can expect here with no frills service for bargain basement prices. Definitely expect leftovers. Also you cannot skip the provoleta, it's awesome! read more

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I have been here a few times over the past three years, the last time being a year ago. We came right at 3 pm when they opened on a Saturday to celebrate my mom's birthday. The food was not good, I actually wanted to ask for something else or just return it altogether but my dad convinced me to take the meat home and that he would give it to the dog later. I ordered the churrasco, it lacked flavor and was tough. My parents shared a meat platter and they thought it was okay but not great. I felt bad because I really wanted to impress my mom the way I have been impressed over my last few times dining there! Our server was nice, we did not complain, but we left dissapointed. read more

I love this place a lot, idk what to said, the thing is the steak omg.... If you go there you will be happy because everything there smell good specially the steak and also is BYOB. read more

Tango Sur - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food is delicious, very good for dating and romantic atmosphere with BYOB. The empanadas, steak and salad is very good and tasty.

Best steak, best empanadas, great service, great ambiance, live music is the best. Great prices and portions. Always return + BYOB is the move. read more

Tango Sur - Live music - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We came Sunday lunch. Service was great and we made reservations band were seated right away. They lit the candle and the outdoor seating looked beautiful. However the food was subpar. We got the el filet at medium and ended up with raw middle on both pieces. The lomo was supposed to be well done and still had blood oozing out. Also didn't care for the flavor is of lomo. The only good we actually enjoyed was the spinach mash potatoes. The empanada only the spinach and cheese was good, both the chicken and beef was bland. Personally was looking forward to a good restaurant, however very disappointed in the food and serving uncooked meat. read more

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This was a recommendation from a friend that lived in the city. South American/ Argentina steakhouse. They did not take reservations so you just put your name on a list and they will call when a table is available. It's also BYOB which we didn't know. Many diners had 2-3 bottles. This place was hopping from 7pm til close. Service: we got our appetizer and salad very quick. The food took awhile and we were getting hangry. Food: When I got my plate, I was like - THIS IS FOR ONE? Ok, granted I order the 1/2 chicken but some places will serve 1/2 a Cornish hen which is a decent size for 1 person. Nope, I had no idea how I was gonna finish it...I ended up eating the dark portion and brought the rest home. Same thing for my cousin who ordered the stuff steak. Her plate was as big as mine. The sauce was so flavorful and they brought out a delicious chimmichurri sauce on the side. There were potatoes as well just in case the meat wasn't enough. The other 2 girls orders the salmon: one with mushroom sauce and the other with orange wine sauce. They said it was delicious. I don't try either because I was overwhelmed with my plate. Our waiter gave us dessert on the house: caramel flan. It was so good!!! Overall: I would definitely come back. I live trying out new cuisines. This was my 1st Argentina restaurant. Such yummy flavorful food!!! read more

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Tango Sur delivered a masterclass in disorganization and indifference. After taking our number and quoting an hour-long wait, they simply forgot we existed. My date and I passed the time at Bodega Sur, only to return nearly two hours later and be met with blank stares and zero accountability from either restaurant. No updates, no effort, no apology--just a total disregard for our time. If you enjoy being ignored and strung along, this is your spot. Otherwise, take your business somewhere that actually values its customers. read more

Short story: decent food and fair price for a steakhouse, but overall ambience and experience was less than satisfactory. Long story: I put my party of 4 on the list (they don't take online reservations/calls) and was told the wait would be about an hour or so, but we actually ended up waiting over 2 hours. They also don't seem to be using any sort of electronic system for keeping track of people, just a pen and notepad, so when we asked how much longer the wait would be, they seemed a little disorganized and didn't know what to tell us. The place itself is rather small and crowded, so there's barely room to walk or even stand while waiting for the bathroom. Also it's extremely dark; our table was lit by just one candle (which I guess is supposed to add some kind of romantic vibe but the only vibe I was getting was frustration since I couldn't read the menu). With all the people sitting so close together, it's terribly loud and I found myself almost having to scream at my friends 2 feet away from me so that they could hear me. As for the food itself, I LOVED the empanadas. I got the sweet beef and ham & cheese and both were extremely satisfying. I had the churrasco for my entree and it was average. Wasn't bad but wasn't the best steak I've ever had. BTW, it's BYOB. Can't complain about the service -- our waiter was very helpful and checked on us a few times. Despite the place being so busy, food came out pretty quickly. Not too high on my list of steakhouses. read more

Tango Sur - Sweet beef and Ham and Cheese Empanadas - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I mean... Tango is hands down a top Chicago spot. Moody, intimate, delicious. Fair prices, incredible quality. One of the last remaining TRULY authentic spots in the Chicago area. BYOB so grab a nice bottle of red to pair with that filet and enjoy a wonderful candlelit meal. P.s. don't sleep on the corn empanadas (and obviously not the beef either) read more

This is not your average Wrigleyville restaurant. This is a date night, a special occasion, a treat-yourself spot. A Brazilian steak house that has a great menu and awesome service. It's also BYOB so it won't hurt you in the wallet either. read more

I have been to Tango Sur many times, and I can't believe this, but I have now been dining there for two decades! (I was so fortunate to get in a dinner yesterday during a 24 hour pass through Chicago, but used to go there all the time when I lived in Chicago.) I cannot believe how consistent it has been all these years. As always, I walked in with wine and beer, since they are BYOB, and, even thought I haven't been there in at least 5 years, ordered without even looking at the menu. (The hot berenjena dish, entrana, and later, flan!) That eggplant dish was as good as ever. Particularly it seemed like the ingredients were super fresh. The steak was cooked to perfection--when I asked for rare, the waiter said they recommend medium rare, but would do it a little less than that, which ended up being perfect. There were potentially two changes: they dressed the salad, which my friend said was probably because of the pandemic...they don't want you sharing olive oil and vinegar. And I don't remember potatoes coming with the steak, which were very nice. Chimichuri is still as good as anyone's, not that the steak needs it, and I've never had better flan. It's incredible in this day and age to go to a great restaurant includes a salad and bread and butter with your meal, which is a good example of how nice their hospitality is. All around the staff is awesome. Can't imagine I'll go so many years beforfe my next visit. read more

Not from Chicago so I didn't know it was BYOB so that was a bummer. BUT, everything was top notch and the service was great! We would definitely return. read more

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Food:This was probably the best steak I have had in Chicago. It was cooked perfectly! I loved the mashed potatoes on the side. The portions were huge! We ordered a meat and cheese plate as an appetizer which was exactly what I expected, so nothing special. *one thing note is that they have a fee to split entrees which rubbed me the wrong way** Atmosphere: BYOB-- AMAZING!! It's very dark inside only lit with candles so it makes for a very nice date night! The service was great. We waited 2 hours for our table, so I think the goal is to turn the tables as quickly as possible. I will definitely be back! read more

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Easily my favorite place to eat in Chicago. Whenever I'm home, it's a must stop. It's fantastic food and they're never rushing you out of the door. read more

Ordered take out for Valentine's Day dinner because this place had so many great reviews. We ordered beef and chicken empanadas, Churrasco dinner, and Costeleta dinner. The beef empanada I personally loved more than the chicken empanada. They also provide you with small loaves of bread which was amazingly soft! My churrasco dinner was extremely delicious and loved the vesuvio potatoes on the side. The Costeleta was a bone in rib eye and my boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed it with the chimichurri sauce. All of the portion sides were generous and all for a grey price. Everything cost about $72 and overall really loved the authenticity of the food! read more

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We were around the neighborhood for a game and my boyfriend and I were looking for a place to eat during the rain delay. We came across this place through Yelp! Based on the great reviews and it was different from our usual meal choices. So we gave it a shot. Tango Sur is an Argentinean/Latin American steakhouse. We walked in around 6:30pm on a Tuesday and immediately got seated. This place is BYOB. The ambiance very soothing with dim lights and candle lights. Who doesn't like a candle light dinner every once in a while, right? And maybe it was good that you don't see how much you eat do you don't feel guilty on the spot when you are really having a good meal. We were planning to have something light and small, so we wouldn't end up with leftovers, we were heading to a baseball game afterwards. We ordered a few appetizers and an entree as our full meal to split. The appetizers: We got an safe order of a dish that were familiar with the empanadas, one of each - chicken, beef and ham and cheese. They were all good, nothing that outshined other cultures versions of Empanada. Personally, I always enjoy the rolled up portion of the dough of any empanada Next was the prosciutto served with hearts of palm and golf sauce. That was something I've haven't seen or tried before so we gave it a go. That dish was really good, just simple, clean flavor. The saltiness of the prosciutto together with the mild sweetness of the heart of palm was very delightful, top it off with the golf sauce (almost remind me of mayo) compliments the dish well. I highly recommend to try this. And lastly their Matambre, an Argentine specialty, it was veal rolled in with some type of vegetables that was served cold accompanied by this olive oil pesto sauce. Another one to try out because it was also good. The appetizer portions for me was not small, if you order one it is decent but 3? A little too much. (My BF was intending just to have the appetizers for his meal) I have to stop eating them because I ordered an entree still. For our entree, I picked their beef fillet with mashed potatoes. I figured it'll be small and we did ordered 3 appetizers which almost filled me up. When the plate arrived, the fillet entree had 2 about 6oz (or more?) steaks and a heaping size of mashed potatoes. We chucked because we didn't expect it to be 2 giant fillets! It came with a side of that pesto/olive oil sauce and salad - lettuce, tomatoes and onions and vinegar and olive oil for dressing, nothing fancy, plain and simple. Simple presentation, 2 meats, big green pile of mashed potatoes and a steak knife. Green mashed potatoes? Yes, you read that right! Their mashed potatoes was combined with spinach but still taste like regular mashed and it was so creamy and delicious. The meat itself was perfectly cooked to my liking and it was so tender, juicy and very flavorful. It also goes well with that pesto/olive oil sauce it was served with. We cleaned off that plate. And we were very pleased with out meal. Tango Sur is a very exellent steakhouse and very reasonably priced. Our bill was under $100 including tip! Good service, Max was our server that night and he was very friendly. So if your looking for a steakhouse but don't want a fancy-schmancy place, Tango Sur is perfect! If you like to have some drinks during your meal don't forget to BYOB. If you do, there is a liquor store just a couple of doors down. We are looking forward to come back and try their other meat offerings and planning to bring a group with us next time. They have a good size dining area. read more

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The food was very tasty, the portions are huge also. The service was amazing very attentive and the Atmosphere is romantic. Highly recommend here to eat read more

Tango Sur - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My Argentinian in-laws took me here many years ago and I've dreamt of going back. I frequent Chicago but rarely have time to venture this far from downtown and I am so glad I did! I brought one of my employees with me and he was equally impressed. First off, Tango Sur is BYOB so grab your favorite beer or wine. If you forget, they own a bodega two doors and you get a $15 discount if you are consuming it in their restaurant! Super deal. We picked out a red blend from Mendoza and loved it. Ripe fruity notes and light on the palette. I had a spinach and cheese empanada and my colleague had beef. I ordered sweet breads too share and in one word, excellent. Light crispy outer with a tender middle. I like adding fresh squeezed lemon to really make it sing! We both ordered the skirt steak. It's my staple when I visit Argentinian restaurants and this one was by far the best! Cooked perfectly. Juicy and tender and full of flavor! For desert we shared an order of flan. It too was magnificent and probably big enough for 4! My meal was perfect in every way and I look forward to visiting again. read more

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The quality of the meat is poor, the chimichurri was not made fresh, they replaced the fresh parsley with dry they didn't put garlic. The dessert Mil hoja was made by a lady who sells it to the restaurant. She didn't do it with puff pastry instead She use crackers to make the layers and very little dulce de leche for $8, it's not worth it. read more

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The Steaks they have are amazing, they have plenty other options. But, we decided to go Steak mode and it didn't disappoint us. The services were very good to us and very timing. The atmosphere is very dim with a dating vibe and relaxing too. For the price is worth it. Also, BYOB and no corkscrew charge. read more

Tango Sur - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The servers were nice and the atmosphere is quaint, however the steak was tough. My friend had the Costeleta and also struggled to eat the steak as much of it was fat. It was an experience, but I can't say I would recommend or return. read more

Tango Sur - Provoleta - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Amazing food, ambiance and service! Even better than it is BYOB...! I would definitely recommend this

The only place in the city you can get an amazing steak for under $50! What a steal. So delicious, the spinach mashed potatoes were amazing, the ham and cheese empanadas, the provolone cheese and roasted red pepper app, and it's BYOB!!!! What more could you want. Plus the ambience and service were 5 stars. Will definitely be back, especially since there were like 10 amazing dishes on the menu I still want to try. read more

10/10. The cutest spot that transport you into an entirely new world. Get the El Filet- best steak I've ever had. Ham and cheese empanada was incredible! Great service. Can't reccomend this place enough read more

Tango Sur - El Filet - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We walked in without a reservation at about 6pm on a Friday and were offered immediate seating on the heated patio - a win in my book! We ordered two beef empanadas and we each got a steak. The food was absolutely spectacular and portions were huge - I couldn't finish my spinach mashed potatoes! The only complaint I have is in regards to the service. While other patrons on the patio received quick service from other waiters, ours was nowhere to be found most of the meal. Our empanadas came out about 30 minutes after ordering while the other patrons with different waiters had their appetizers within 10 minutes. We also had to ask to have water refilled on two occasions. Still, I would absolutely come back with a reservation to sit inside, which was candlelit and looked absolutely stunning. read more

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Tango Sur is a must visit in the Chicago area. Very low key spot with dim lighting and light music. The grill plate for 2 was huge and a fun experience to have the grill on our table. All the meats were perfectly cooked and delicious. They were also BYOB I believe so that is a huge plus if you are a picky drinker or want to save a few bucks on a drink with dinner. Add Tango Sur to your list for a must visit, and an unforgettable dinner! read more

Ate something that did not agree with me and the host refused to take it back. He was nice but when I said the particular food didn't agree with me he was nasty and said I chose the dish. Because of this service I would not recommend. The service reflects on the business and the waiter's service was not up to par. So, I will not return to this establishment. So disappointed in the service. I was so excited to try this restaurant because of the great reviews. But no. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in all of Chicago! Perfect setting for a birthday, date night, or just a craving for an amazing steak. I've been here multiple times over the years living in Chicago, and Tango Sur never disappoints. My boyfriend and I came here the other night to celebrate our Christmas together. This was his first time, and he was beyond impressed. From the service, to the ambiance, to the food, everything was perfect. I love that it's BYOB too. Which makes the entire experience very affordable. My favorite thing on the menu is the Parrillada. I love it because you get a cut of their best meats: short rib, sirloin, sweetbread, chorizo, and black sausage. The "para dos" serving is a huge, but take the leftovers and repurpose the following day. I've tried other meats and dishes from their specials menu, and all have been delicious as well. Highly recommend making a reservation a couple days in advance as this place is popular. It's small, intimate, candlelit ambiance, and family-run attentive service is sure to impress anyone who's never been here. read more

Amazing service and food for an affordable price!! They have a great indoor/outdoor set up right on Southport corridor and are BYOB so it's always a good time. read more

Tango Sur - El Filet - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

okay this place rocks. BYOB and entrees you can split between 2 and be FULL. loved the corn, ham and cheese and beef empanadas. ordered the 16 oz filet for 2 and it was incredible. they take time and care to prep the food so plan on sitting for 2 hours. read more

Tango Sur - El Filet - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Dined in at Tango Sur on a Saturday evening. It was a good experience I enjoyed the byob aspect since there was a Jewel and CVS down the street. I was impressed by the outdoor seating they also accommodated guess with seat lamps due to the temperature dropping so dramatically. When we got there there was a wait because we didn't make reservations, also we were waiting on one other person. Finally we were seated they put our drinks on ice and opened bottles with a bottle opener. The menu was not the easiest to read due to the format but nonetheless we figured it out. We tired a couple empanadas chicken and spinach and cheese. The chicken empanadas were exceptional their chimmichurri was superb. I ordered the Lomo which is a 10oz filet with marsala wine sauce and mash potatoes. My boyfriend ordered a bone in steak with spinach mash he liked his food the steak was tender and flavorful. My friend ordered the chicken she liked her food too. The ambiance was nice and the food came out pretty fast. The server wasn't very friendly or attentive but maybe because they were busy. Nonetheless I recommend and I would go back eventually. read more

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