Tango Sur

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3763 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

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Tango Sur
Local(773) 477-5466

3763 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

http://www.tangosur.qpg.com/

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The Open View

Tango Sur is a three star restaurant in Chicago. Check out this affordable place in the Lakeview area. It's known for its steak. This place features live music. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. People who have eaten here found the food generally very good.

User Reviews of Tango Sur

Good Times

Went to Tango Sur for a "reunion" with friend and even though we showed up 30...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer D.

4.0 of 5 stars. best deal in the city $20 bucks for two 12oz filet steaks and it's BYOB!! It's a great date place. The only problem is there is always a wait and they don't take reservations. They will call you…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Adam M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Awesome!! Not for vegetarians.
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay R.

5.0 of 5 stars. great great place!
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aisha D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I loved this place. the wait was well woth it. The spinach mashed patatoes were so good.
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by D L.

5.0 of 5 stars. i LOVE tango sur! but that's probably because i'm as carnivorous as a girl can get! It's true the waits are long but it all depends. I just went on sunday and we were able to make a reservation…
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick W.

5.0 of 5 stars. You get the idea by now: meat, meat, cheap wine because it's BYOB, huge portions of meat, meat meat, waddle out, go home, and dream about meat. I was there with a group of 9 to celebrate a friend's…
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily D.

4.0 of 5 stars. The best bang for your buck in the city! You get 2 steaks with your order for the price of one very reasonably priced steak. The staff is very friendly and attentive, and best of all it's BYOB!…
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Went on a Saturday night and got there early (5ish). We had our pick of tables. Within an hour the place was packed and there was a waiting list. I ordered the Bife Vesuvio, which I thought was too…
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Those who love meat and plenty of it would do well to visit Tango Sur. This Argentine steak spot is a local favorite. The small area can be a bit crowded but cozy, as servers in white T-shirts cover…
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ian S.

4.0 of 5 stars. The wait here is extremely long, but honestly, who cares. Tango Sur will take down your number and let you wander off to the numerous bars down the street on Southport. Plan for an hour wait to get a…
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shelby S.

4.0 of 5 stars. It started off a little bumpy but overall it was a positive experience. The wait is incredibly long, and it's a popular place for birthdays and large parties so be prepared to wait about 1.5 hours…
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Tango Sur was wonderful in so many ways it is hard to begin. From the music, straight from the tango salons in Buenos Aires. To the beef, which was massive and quite tasty. The wonderful intimate…
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathy P.

4.0 of 5 stars. To put it kindly, my father is thrifty man. He was also raised on good old fashioned farm cookin', so he knows his food (jealous, locovores?). When I decided to take my family here, I expected his…
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by michelle s.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like this place... good food, nice atmosphere (dark with candle light & some good spanish rock or lounge music playing in the background) - I really like their empanadas. I've gone here a number of…
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryan K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have had the steak and salmon here, both have always been excellent! You get a lot of food for a good price, and it's BYOB! This is by far one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago!
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elizabeth v.

5.0 of 5 stars. I was here last Friday while back in Chicago. The wait is usually horrible, but then again they take your number so you can go and have a drink somewhere. They call you when the table is ready. Last…
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Duyen D.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is good if you want to eat a whole lot of steak. The quality is not the best but the price is right. You have to remember that your steak is costing $20 instead of $50 at a nice…
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brooke E.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was prepared for the large portion sizes (thanks yelpers) but I didn't understand that "large portions" at tango sur means when you order a filet, you get two. Two steaks. Great for meat…
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by JL S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food is great; generous portion; BYOB makes it better. HOWEVER, be prepared to be kicked out once you're done with your meal. I went there a few weeks ago with a couple of friends and had such great…
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Noah B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Not the best steak, but they were pretty good. I had the filet and the seasoning was spot on, but the meat itself was lacking. Good price for what it is. BYOB and good appetizers.
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mrs. W.

2.0 of 5 stars. I am a true carnivore. I can't live w/o meat. And I will go back. Because Tango Sur delivers some really good meat, and it tastes sooo yummy. But the service is horrible. Everyone knows it. The…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley M.

4.0 of 5 stars. This restaurant has quickly become one of my favorite spots - and apparently I'm not the only one. I live fairly close, and every time I walk by there is a huge line. The food here is worth the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by ryan w. v.

3.0 of 5 stars. I really wanted to like this place a lot more than I did, but I think I expected too much reading all of the previous reviews from fellow yelpers. Let me paint the picture... I called on Monday to…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kara B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Tango Sur is arguably the best BYOB restaurant in the city. The only thing that makes it lose one star is the wait -- no reservations so plan on being their a while. They don't really have the place…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by A C.

5.0 of 5 stars. great place... can't really add too much more then what everyone else has already shared - beware the portion size though, when they say for one, they mean for two...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christy H.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is only a couple blocks from where I live and I've walked by many a time and the tables are always full of people. This past Friday night I was able to FINALLY able to try it- and what an…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kari H.

5.0 of 5 stars. There's not much that can be said about this place that hasn't already been said. The food is great and it's BYOB so you can leave stuffed full of great food with a pretty low tab. It's usually…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenna R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Definitely one of the best restaurants I have ever been to in the city. We started out the night outside at a table on the patio and it started pouring! The wait staff was very helpful in getting us…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Tango Sur is my favorite South American steakhouse. I;m not really big on the whole "all you can eat" bit; I'm much more of a believer in quality over quantity. Did I also mention that I'm a pretty…
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Paige N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great food in an unexpected place. Fun atmosphere but at times can get very crowded but overall a great little gem in the city!
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalie M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Tango sur............I had a BLAST!!!!!!!!!!!! The food- WONDERFUL, huge juicy cuts of meat(says my friend Howie), tender salmon(says Ginger), flavorful pastas(says ME the resident vegetarian).…
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Charles F.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am running behind in finally reviewing Tango Sur, but I wanted to sing the praises of my experience at this great restaurant. I was in Chicago for July 4th weekend, often eating on the fly with a few…
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Hass L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Excellent Argentinian meats, though they tend to be a little salty. However, great value for money, and they were one of the pioneers of the whole BYOA thing back in 2005. The inside can get really…
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have been to Tango Sur many times, and I will continue to go back! I have taken out of town guests, gone on dates, birthday parties...etc. Always a wonderful experience. I know that the wait is long,…
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bella H.

5.0 of 5 stars. My favorite place and it's BYOB. Atmosphere is wonderful and reminds me of a tiny place you'd see in Europe with the small tables, candle light, and people packed together. All men waiters and even…
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Stacey A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I don't go on a whole lot of dates. I know, I know, this is a huge shock to everyone, but bear with me.
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Karin N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Well, The service was perfectly fine and i got there around 5:40 on a Sat and was seated immediately. The food was very good, but my partner who had the El Filet (and ATE THE WHOLE THING) said his…
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dana J.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you don't mind waiting 2 hours or more on the weekend, and you're looking for a tasty and inexpensive steak dinner ( I believe for 2 steak dinners our bill was $40), this is the place! I've now…
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bridget L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very tasty meat dishes here, and decent pricing too. (Latin people can really bang out some quality protein!) The place is small, though, so expect to wait. But hey, where's there's good eats,…
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Julie B.

2.0 of 5 stars. I had a sucktastic experience here last night. My party of 12 showed up on time, sat down and were treated to the Amazing Vanishing/Not So Bright Server. He took our wine bottles, put them on ice…
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryant C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I stopped in for dinner this weekend. We had a big group and sat outside. It was perfect weather to sit outside and I'm glad we did because the inside was dark and noisy. The food would have been…
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by aegyo ..

4.0 of 5 stars. Good food, great prices. The wait SUCKS!! And they won't let you make a reservation unless you have at least 8 in your party. So, go early, and be prepared to wait at least an hour if you are going…
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by amber p.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here for the first time last Wednesday. It was 1/2 hour before they were about to close so I was kinda nervous that they would kick us out before we could finish our meal. That WAS NOT the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Misse D.

4.0 of 5 stars. We went to dinner here with another couple. Since we were too late to snag reservations, we had to show up and put our names down on the list. They said it was a 90 minute wait but it was closer to…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great dining experience. Amazing bang for the buck...we spent 46.00 and had enough for lunch the next day. It is a little bit loud, but not too bad and of course you can bring wine which is great (no…
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Samantha H.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is so great. It's not the best steak you'll ever have, but it's up there and for the value it can't be beat! El Filet is actually two filets and you can take one home! The juice at the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ok, this place is a gem! Where else can you eat good steak and have byob? I love getting the filet mignon and drinking a good red wine with it. I normally split the meal with a friend because it's…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy J.

5.0 of 5 stars. Had another fantastic experience at Tango Sur on Thursday. Seriously, I can't part from my normal Medio Pollo Al Limon. Every time I say I'll try something different... And I just can't do it. It's…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Freddy v.

5.0 of 5 stars. At Tango Sur you will not find your typical American styled USDA CHOICE! prime-rib with mashed potatoes and A1 sauce. Some people experience a bit of culture shock when it comes to how different it is…
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I had dinner here with someone I absolutely hate and still had a great time. That's how damn good the steak is. It makes all petty things go away. At least for a little while.
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by S P.

1.0 of 5 stars. First time there.. Steaks was tough and very fatty.....
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lacie W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Have been wanting to check this place out for a LONG time. Well folks, I finally got the opportunity to go, and let me say I found a new FAV! I adore the atmosphere here. Dim lighting, a white candle…
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aunnie P.

5.0 of 5 stars. One of my favorite restaurants in the city. The atmosphere always has so much energy and the food is to die for. As a BYOB, you would not expect the food to be as delicious as it is, but you can…
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelli B.

2.0 of 5 stars. I'm really surprised that this place got such good reviews. I really hope I was there on an "off" day or maybe I ordered the wrong thing. We were with a group of 11 and had reservations. I was15…
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by greg r.

3.0 of 5 stars. the meat is good, tender and delicious. yet the only thing i really remember about this place is the lack of elbow room! perhaps it's my ocd but i really don't like eating or conversing while i'm…
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Esther Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. IT's hard for me to like a place that just is sooo crazy! I mean the no reservations makes it difficult to plan, but not only that, I just feel like it is way too busy. The food here is decent, the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alli L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Oh Tango, how I love thee. 1. Cheap, good steak - if you've been to Argentina, you know that this restaurant does it up authentic. Their meat is very tender, and they have great chimichurri sauce.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I went here with a super large group (16 to be exact). We had reservations and everything worked out pretty well. The no-corkage fee definitely was an added plus with the large group. I'm not a big…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sonia C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Cheap steak but huge opportunity cost in terms of wait. I put my name down at 7:15pm and we weren't seated until 9:15pm. They do take your cell phone number so you can wander around the area (though…
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Wow! This place is amazing. The chorizo is perfect and the steaks are a dream. Make sure to pile on the chimichurri sauce because it is a winner. Be careful because the portions are huge, so come…
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristin C.

3.0 of 5 stars. 245 Reviews? Holy Crap-a-roo! I have always wanted to try Tango Sur but did not do so until just recently. . . for brunch. Odd brunch choice, right? I will say that the wait was short and the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Timothy W.

4.0 of 5 stars. The ONLY thing I did not care for was the wait, it was 2 hours but it was a Friday night and I really think it was worth the wait. Our party of four met here around 8pm Friday night and were told the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love, love, love Tango Sur!!! I have been here many times and have never had a bad experience. Granted the decor and the cramped space are their weak points but their food makes up for that. I have…
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Drew S.

4.0 of 5 stars. My first trip to an Argetinian steak house and I loved it. Giant sized portions of properly prepared steak in the low $20 range. A nice atmosphere inside and, when the weather is nicer, outdoor…
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marcus V.

2.0 of 5 stars. Walking into this restaurant shortly after it opened for dinner, I immediately found the smell permeating throughout to be highly revolting and nauseating...like the stench of old blood embedded…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shauna H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I only take 1 star off because no matter what you always have to wait FOREVER for a table. It's not so terrible though as there are a few cool bars down the street to grab drinks at while you wait.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mariella C.

1.0 of 5 stars. it always amazes me that places that are BYOB are so successful regardless of the slop they put on your plate. tango sur was gross the three times i went there, i didn't pay any of the times. the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Donna K.

1.0 of 5 stars. I only give it one star b/c their eggplant appetizer was fantastic. The service on the other hand is what will keep me from going back.
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Carol J.

2.0 of 5 stars. I know, everyone will be amazed that I didn't give the big star rating but I have to say, in this case, believe me I did. And let me explain: Made an 8:00 reservation for 6, all of us arrived at…
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy F.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had the same experience as Carol J and we had a party of 8. I really want to like Tango Sur, but the service was far from par. We came on a Tuesday night as well for a going away party for a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by maegen r.

4.0 of 5 stars. nice place for a romantic dinner, the space is a bit cramped...but the food is well worth it. BYOB!
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Janna V.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been to Tango Sur a couple of times with my old co-workers. Every year my boss and I would take our Captains (I worked for a catering company) out to dinner to thank them for their service.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eddie L.

4.0 of 5 stars. On weekends, the experience at Tango Sur is like a visit to the doctor. It starts with an hour long wait and on your way home, you'll feel like you learned something about yourself...but unlike a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Penny P.

5.0 of 5 stars. What's not to love? BYOB, great salads and warm bread, empanadas with garlic sauce, and sharing a big plate of meat and sweet potatoes over a grill.
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lala R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have been to tango sur several times and have loved it each time. The food is great and the prices are very reasonable too! Great steaks and even better empanadas :) Be prepared to wait…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Burbalicious X.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very impressed by my visit on Saturday night. We had a party of 6 and could not get a reservation (they were booked when I called two days in advance). So we arrived at 6:15 to put our name in, gave…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Yes there was a wait - Yes it was small - BUT THE BEST ARGENTINIAN FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD! This BYOB was a wonderful night out for me and my husband. After reading several reviews we decided to get down…
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Corinna P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bless you, Tango Sur! Steaks - win.
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa T.

3.0 of 5 stars. For years I've been hearing about Tango Sur and last Friday I decided to buy a decent red wine, prepared the palate for red meat, and convinced the boyfriend to wait an hour for dinner. (They don't…
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Milo M.

4.0 of 5 stars. BYOB Argentinian Steak house with a youthful, latin-euro-style charm. Light is dim, tables are close. There is usaully a wait, bring a bottle of wine for the room in the back or hit a nearby bar.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jess S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Would like to give 3.5 stars. So, this place is really great for ambience: low lighting, small and cozy tables, lots of people enjoying food and wine and conversation, etc. Also love that it's BYOB…
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jenna p.

4.0 of 5 stars. After scouting this place out on Yelp, my boyfriend and I decided to give it a try. The wait was an hour long, and my boyfriend did nothing but complain about it, so we(HE) decided to go to…
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marie S.

5.0 of 5 stars. A group of us just got back from Buenos Aires about two weeks ago and were craving BEEF. Thank God for Tango Sur... it really hit the spot and brought us back to Argentina !! Our server was dead on…
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anonymous F.

2.0 of 5 stars. Wow, this place was really not worth it. We showed up at 10pm, hoping the line would be shorter. No luck - we weren't seated until 11:30. We all ordered steaks, and they were uniformly fatty and…
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Barbara D.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place gets 3 stars for serving a plate full of tongues....yeah, they did taste like I thought a tongue would taste....the texture in itself was pretty whicked....you can see the taste buds and…
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lil C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went there after an afternoon cubs game with my out of town boyfriend at the time. We cabbed it from Wrigley at it was not a far. I was impressed with the portions. It was a little too much food…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great place! its byob!! First time for a brunch and then for dinners, the restaurant is pretty small and it is pretty dim, but it just makes the whole experience more intimate and romantic. A tip:…
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara K.

4.0 of 5 stars. i had 3-4 empanadas as the appertizer and vacio for my meal (which is, as it literally says, half slab of range grown flap meat sliced and filled with olive oil, garlic, parsley sauce, then cooked…
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Corinne W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Went there with my friends recently, tried the eggplant appetizer(on special) and the short ribs. FANTASTIC eggplant, and the best ribs I've had from a restaurant in my life - warm bread, BYOB, it's…
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by David L.

2.0 of 5 stars. I'll be brief. I've been here twice. Once for a bachelor party. And the second time with a small group of friends. First time was great. We were all drunk so it would not have mattered if the…
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great service: efficient and cordial. BYOB has got to be the best invention. Complimentary table bread comes warm and is actually quite good! TORTILLA DE PAPAS! Ok, I loved this in Spain and it's kind…
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Deb B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Tango Sur has been around since I've been in Chicago, and really, I lived across the street while in grad school and now am so sorry that I didn't dine there more frequently! They accommodated me and…
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan J.

2.0 of 5 stars. Food was good, but it took them two hours (!) to serve our food, and then they asked us to hurry up because they needed our table for another party. Additionally, it's so dark in the back that I…
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by lele b.

4.0 of 5 stars. this is one of my favorite restaurants FOOD is great..one little problem it is pretty crowded and loud here... it wasn't always this way..but i forgive..great food but if you want a romantic night out…
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bridgette B.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food here is amazing. Steaks cooked perfectly, everytime (or so it seems). The candlelit atmosphere coupled with BYOB makes it a steal for a "romantic" dinner. I would love to eat here more…
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have been here a few times now and every time I've gone we've had the vacio - huge delicious steak for two to share with sweet potatoes on the plate. The empanadas are delicious as well (especially…
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie C.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is a great date spot. I've only been once because I couldn't stand the wait, but all in all, it's worth it! Fantastic steaks, and nice music. Make sure to bring a bottle or two (one for…
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Simone G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Oh my god, how did I pass this place by for so long. I'm not going to repeat what practically every other of the 200 reviews have said, so I'll simply say GODDAAAAMMMMMNNNNN! Filet Mignon as good…
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Yelp.com Review - by J. P.

4.0 of 5 stars. First off, Tango Sur is BYOB so make sure you bring something along if it's a special occasion. A girlfriend and I just decided to come here for a random Wednesday dinner, and we had a wonderful time.…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tim Z.

4.0 of 5 stars. A delicious get-your-money's-worth menu. If you're looking for a great piece of meat without having to pay out the mouth for it, Tango Sur is right up your alley. That isn't to suggest that the food…
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yuly M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I finally went to check this place out last night after hearing about it and reading reviews. The food was GREAT! Steaks are pretty big and potatoes are good too. The parking around the area is…
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chan K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Tango Sur is amazing and is worth the wait. I had a filet mignon, and it was cooked perfectly and melted in my mouth. I would give four stars just for the portions alone! The steaks are very…
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Yelp.com Review - by J T.

5.0 of 5 stars. The food's great and well priced. I'm a huge fan of the provolone appetizer and when it's offered, the shrimp app. Perfect. I know, people complain abut the wait here. Oh well. Leave your number…
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alison R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Some of the best food in Chicago for the best deal. Much better than Morton's.
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Yelp.com Review - by Stacey Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is amazing! This was my second time to Tango Sur. My best friend from back in the day was visiting and she said she wanted a steak. It was a Sunday night and I didn't want to do the…
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ken D.

5.0 of 5 stars. If Jesus was around...If Buddha was around...even if a plant or whatever other deity you worship was around they would be dining at Tango Sur. This is the best restaurant in Chicago in my humble…
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Yelp.com Review - by Summer M.

4.0 of 5 stars. outside of its location, and the fact that the space is quite small, this is a pretty good restaurant. i enjoyed my filet mignon, and the spinach mashed potatoes were pretty great. i'd go there…
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Parisa A.

5.0 of 5 stars. YUMMM YUMMM YUMMM YUMMM YUMMM I can't say it enough. Yummy yummy yummy food here! I absolutely adore Tango Sur. The meat is fantastic, the vibe is awesome, the prices are dirt cheap, and best of all…
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Decent meat, decent value, nice atmosphere. So a lot of people here say the meat is GREAAATTT. It Isn't. It's a good value though, you can't really get two 8ish oz filets for 20 bucks. The question…
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I finally tried this place after hearing many wonderful things. I LOVED it and can't wait to go back. It's BYOB, which cuts down on costs and the food is incredible. It was packed so perhaps going…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Meg S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I guess this is more like a 3.5 star review, but I'm rounding up for the sake of wanting to absolutely love this place. Went here last summer and I was totally impressed. BYOB, attentive waitstaff,…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathryn M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Holy good lord, I'm still dreaming about the platter of meat that covered our table at Tango Sur. That's right, a warm, 6 inch tall grill was set on the table, filled with the juiciest, most tender,…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert F.

5.0 of 5 stars. All the praise you've heard about Tango Sur is true. Make reservations. I say again: MAKE RESERVATIONS. By 7pm this place has a line up out the door. What are they lining up for? My guess is the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Karis F.

5.0 of 5 stars. one of my favorite restaurants in the city, hands down (what does that mean anyway?) portions are enormous, yet the prices are so low for the city it's almost unsettling... almost.
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alex M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Incredible! This place is great! Where else can you get 2, yes I said 2, filets for $20??? Tango Sur is always packed and if I remember correctly, they only take "larger parties" for reservations.…
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dan T.

5.0 of 5 stars. If you don't think this is the best restaurant in Chicago... I will fight you.
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Angela G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Tango Sur is definitely the place to go to hangout with friends and enjoy good food. The most important part its a BYOB so you don't have to be afraid of drink prices. The staff is friendly and…
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm not sure why I'm even writing a review for Tango Sur, given the atrocious wait, it's clear all of Chicago already knows how great it is! The empanadas are fantastic and at $2 each I wish I had…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Brandon C has been going here for years and he JUST NOW told me about its existence. I'd be mad at him for not telling me sooner, but I was so happy with last night's dinner that all is forgiven. I…
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love the empanads here. In the summer it can get really hot since they don't have A/C and it gets pretty crowded. The food is really good, but I actually like Las Tables better. Also, it's BYOB,…
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Allie B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Four stars for excellant group atmosphere (we had a reservation for a party of 8 and were seated right away), prompt service, yummy basic salad with oil and vinegar, plentiful rolls and quick water…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jill D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love BYOBs and I had been wanting to try this place out for a long time, but was always discouraged by the long wait. We finally were able to get a reservation with a large group on a Saturday…
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie H.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you are looking for a great dining experience that won't burn a hole in your wallet, tango sur is it! The portions are huge, so you can practically get two meals for the price of one. When you…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Janette L.

4.0 of 5 stars. What's not to love about a BYOB especially when it has great affordable food! I have lucked out and always been able to get a table with hardly any wait (go before 7pm!). Service is very fast and…
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by wil h.

2.0 of 5 stars. Ok. But after all the hype, it was just ok. Loud and cramped inside. Steaks were cooked well but all the red meat tasted salty. Decent/inattentive service. We corked 3/4 bottles on our own.
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brandon C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Absolutely one of the top places in the city. I wish it was still 3-4 years ago when Southport wasn't such a popular destination so i could keep this place all to myself. I'm selfish that way. The BYOB…
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by andrea n.

5.0 of 5 stars. The portions are huge, the food is wonderful and the setting is very cozy. The empanadas were fantastic, as was my filet mignon (they give you TWO servings of it, omg). The service was great as well.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kara G.

4.0 of 5 stars. After 3 tries I finally had an opportunity to eat there, and it was well worth the repeated attempts! The food is incredible, and the BYOB helps you order more of their delicious food. The place is…
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008