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Salud Tequila Lounge

An uncle once told me he pursued his higher education in a bar; to do advanced studies in Mexico’s signature spirit, seek early admission to Salud Tequila Lounge. Come between 5 and 6 PM, before booming music obliterates conversation, and sit at the bar. Talk to the knowledgeable barkeeps. And lose the lime and salt—with about 100 select 100 percent agave tequilas, Salud will motivate you to banish Jose Cuervo from your repertoire forever. Food here is an afterthought, and while there’s also beer, wine, and margaritas, you’d be cheating yourself if you didn’t sip a well-made tequila or three. Tuition: around $8 for most pours, though there are a few superpremium selections for $100-$300.  1471 N. Milwaukee, 773-235-5577, saludlounge.com. —David Hammond

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