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Folklore

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2100 W Division St Chicago IL 60622
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(773) 292-1600
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The owners of popular Argentinean hot spot Tango Sur have opened this South American steakhouse, which has a cozy, candlelit dining room. Guests can choose from a small sampling of organic and grass-fed meat, as well as the standards on the menu. The cocktails offered at the bar go well with the flavorful entrees, although you might want to look at the wine menu, which features exotic varieties...

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Legend has it Folklore was opened to sop up the over spill of Southport's Tango Sur, the famous Argenitine BYOB steak house that has a Friday night wait list longer than Willis Tower's shadow. But where Tango Sur has you eating your Latin American steaks in the dark under black and white photos and stopping for a bottle of wine first, Folklore is bright and bare, rustic with exposed brick and...

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Carnivores converge over Argentinean-style steaks at this rustic double storefront in Ukie Village. Dark leather and wood seating, farmhouse-style tables and forged accents are an appropriate match...

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We were hungry around 1130 at night and wanted something in our tummies before bar hopping in Wicker Park. We walked in unexpectedly and walked out completely satisfied. Ordered the short ribs and sirloin and they were both delicious! There Mashed Potatoes are top 10 in my book... I'm thinking it's all butter. Friendly neighborhood vibe and late night kitchen is the perfect combination

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It was a little pricey but the steak I got was really good and the mashed potatoes were awesome

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My boyfriend and I celebrated half a year of fun together at Folklore last week and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! This place is the perfect spot for a date night; the dark...

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I though that the food and the ambiance were outstanding, however, the service is what caused me to only give it 2 stars. Quite simply, the service was just bad. My girlfriend and I got sat near...

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Pretty good place came here for my birthday order almost ever flavored empanada and they were amazing. My favorite was the ham and cheese one. Had a few cocktails and I must admit they were...

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Folklore is located at 2100 W Division St, Chicago, IL. This location is in the Wicker Park neighborhood. This business specializes in Restaurants.

Folklore offers a unique dinning experience of traditional Argentine flavors in an elegant yet comfortable enviroment.

From the people who brought you Tango Sur! this eatery offers plenty of steak dishes, along with risotto and eggplant creations. Recommended: start with the empanadas - they have a great variety. Nice wine list.

We stopped by during the big snow storm and were relieved to find that Folklore was open. We started with the beef and corn empanadas, and the eggplant salad. For the main course,...

Folklore is an Argentine grill. Its menu features salads, pastas, empanadas, tortillas, milanesa-style entrees, Argentine barbeque and steaks, as well as a number of chef's specials. Drink offerings include mojitos, margaritas, daiquiris and more. Folklore is a great location for private parties and events.

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Portions are huge and far less expensive than at downtown steakhouses. Plus, salads are included in the price of most entrees.

The Extras

The bar stays open until 2am Monday through Friday and until 3am Saturday.

Know Before You Go

Despite the focus on meat, vegetarians have options, including Argentinean pastas and sharable appetizers like grilled provolone with roasted red peppers.

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