El Ancla, Chicago

###In Focus: El Ancla * **What it is:** an authentic Mexican seafood restaurant known for its spicy sauces * **How you know it’s the real deal:** Rafael, the owner, grew up in Jalisco, Puerto Vallarta * **The menu:** it’s all in Spanish, so bring your smartphone, or ask your waiter to translate * **Local favorite:** piña rellena, a pineapple stuffed with shrimp, crab, octopus, fundido cheese, and bell peppers * **The salsa:** a green and red variety, both are seriously spicy * **Lighting:** low and romantic * **BYOB:** yes