Manchamanteles

Manchamanteles is a regional Mexican restaurant at 2009 N Western Ave in Bucktown led by chef Generoso “Geno” Bahena. The name means tablecloth stainer, and moles anchor the menu, from black mole with lamb rack or smoked duck to green pipián mole with chicken. Meats, vegetables and tortillas pass through a mesquite and oak grill, and vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes are marked on the menu.

What to know

• The kitchen keeps five moles on hand, including a nut-free version.
• Bahena trained in Rick Bayless’s kitchens before opening restaurants of his own.
• The restaurant runs seasonal tasting menus, including a Seven Moles menu and a Día de los Muertos dinner.
• Margarita classes and private mole cooking classes can be booked for groups.
• Thanksgiving mole turkey and holiday tamales are available for dine-in, takeout and catering.