It's 2 a.m. You're just getting back from the bars and you're looking for a satisfying bite. If you live anywhere near Lincoln Square, chances are, you're heading to Garcia's Restaurant for Mexican. After enjoying the complimentary fresh chips and salsa with a punch, order the flautas ($4), four tightly wrapped, deep-fried, soft flour tortillas stuffed with chicken and dipped in guacamole and sour cream. And throw in a few Dos Equis or a fruit shake while you're at it.

Who isn't looking for the best burrito bargain in town? Garcia's has 13 of them. I hesitate to divulge that for $3.75, you get an Al Pastor Burrito, stuffed with beef and pork marinated with sauteed onions as well as beans, lettuce, tomato and onion. The burrito was meat heavy and veggie light with an excellent, chewy wrap. Careful with the chicken burritos as you might find bones throughout. Hey, at least we know the meat's not processed!

The decor is traditional Mexican: white stucco, wooden carved chairs and paintings of family, religious symbols and the vista. The staff is super friendly, and their faces light up when you speak a little Spanish. The bilingual menu mandates that you at least try.

Average cost: <$10

Centerstage Reviewer: Mara Sands