Best Caribbean Restaurants in Lower West Side, Chicago
The 2 top-rated caribbean restaurants in Lower West Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is CASA MATEO (2501 S Western Ave), with a flavor score of 57 out of 100 from 267 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews, and only restaurants with at least 100 ratings are ranked. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Caribbean Restaurants across Chicago→- Ranked #12501 S Western Ave
Serves authentic Colombian cuisine with highlights including sancocho, bandeja paisa, and a variety of grilled meats.
- Ranked #22501 S Western Ave
Offers authentic Colombian cuisine with a menu featuring dishes like bandeja paisa, empanadas, and sancocho, along with grocery items.
Scored, but not yet ranked
These 1 caribbean restaurants in Lower West Side, Chicagohave a flavor score, but we haven't read 100 diner ratings for them yet. Listed A–Z.
- Not yet ranked1227 W 18th St
Serves a variety of creative punches and gourmet tacos in a vibrant bar atmosphere with a DJ on weekends.