La Licor Panamericana Celebrates Latin American Spirits And Flavors In Logan Square
Panamericana, a restaurant in Logan Square, combines the flavors and cultures of Latin America under one roof
Inside La Licor Panamericana, 2521 N. California Ave., a diverse mix of people gather to celebrate the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Latin America. The newly opened restaurant in Logan Square offers a taste of the region’s unique flavors and spirits.
Unique Bar and Menu
The restaurant’s bar is designed to evoke a sense of nostalgia, with light-colored surfaces and wooden crates filled with bottles from each Latin American country. The menu features a range of traditional and special Latin American spirits, including aguardiente from Colombia, Peruvian pisco, and Venezuelan rum.
La Licor Panamericana also offers a selection of traditional cocktails with creative twists, such as a Peruvian pisco sour with a colorful garnish inspired by the country’s Montaña de los 7 Colores. The Clericó Platense, a popular cocktail in Argentina and Uruguay, is served in a penguin mug with a splash of rosé.
Culinary Experiences
The restaurant is led by Chef Juan Jimenez, who brings his expertise from over a decade of experience in restaurants including Bulerias Tapas in Humboldt Park and Roister by the Alinea Group in Fulton Market. Jimenez has crafted a menu that showcases the diverse regional flavors of Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Colombia, among others.
Popular dishes include oysters with michelada sauce, fried yucca, smoked fish with aguachile sauce and avocado, which have proven to be crowd-pleasers at La Licor.
Local Roots
<pOwnership duo Javier Arroyo and Abraham Ramirez, who met while working at Tabu in the West Loop, have decades of combined experience in the local restaurant industry. They scoured the area for a location and found the right space in the former home of three sushi restaurants.
Arroyo, who now lives in Avondale, has a deep connection to the community, having previously lived in the area. He is thrilled to bring La Licor to the neighborhood.
Conclusion
La Licor Panamericana is a celebration of the vibrant cultures and flavors of Latin America. With its diverse selection of spirits, unique cocktails, and menu dishes, this restaurant is sure to delight locals and visitors alike. Join the community and experience the heart and soul of Latin America at La Licor Panamericana in Logan Square.
FAQs
- Location: 2521 N. California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
- Hours: 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. Sunday-Monday, 4 p.m. – midnight Wednesday-Thursday, 4 p.m. – 2 a.m. Friday, 4 p.m. – 3 a.m. Saturday
- Contact: info@laliqueropa.com or (773) 595-5566
