Mangaso: At Maya Del Sol, a festive and inviting Latin American fusion restaurant in Oak Park, everything from the spacious outdoor patio to the eclectic range of cultures represented on the menu is a treat more akin to a treasure trove. But when stopping by the fully stocked bar, ask for the Mangaso: a $10 burst of Cruzan citrus rum, house-made mango puree and a splash of lime juice. A play on a popular Mexican street food — fresh mango on a stick tossed with lime juice, salt and chili powder — the Mangaso is served on the rocks with a freshly muddled lime wedge and a Tajin chili salt rim. Sip this unique cocktail under twinkly patio lights, and allow the converging flavors — rich sweetness from the mango, tartness from the lime and chili salt — to do their magic. 144 S. Oak Park, Oak Park; 708-358-9800.
— Leah Pickett, Special to the Tribune
