"Momento, which opened in May, offers something a little different: a dual-format spot featuring a casual taqueria on one side and sit-down cantina on the other. Even before it opened, Momento caught my attention with its large art installation in its Monroe window that made me do a double take. As it turns out, this not-playing-by-the-rules format is part of Momento's overall conceit."
"With two entrances - Monroe Avenue for the cantina and Wabash Avenue for the taqueria - Momento can be confusing from the get-go. Fortunately, both sides connect, so there's no wrong answer. The taqueria is the answer to a quick meal and it's also a good option for solo diners due to its mesmerizing city views: Almost every seat offers a prime vantage point of the bustling downtown action including the "L" trains passing overhead just beyond its two large windows."
Momento operates a dual-format space with a casual taqueria on one side and a sit-down cantina on the other, both connected internally. The operation emphasizes fresh tortillas and seafood as standout menu elements. The taqueria suits quick meals and solo diners, offering wide city views and vantage points of passing "L" trains. The venue has two separate entrances on Monroe and Wabash avenues, which can be initially confusing but allow flexible access. The taqueria uses an unusual ordering and payment process that links a customer credit card to a Momento card, requiring brief interaction with staff.
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