El Gallo De Acero

351 E Cass St, Joliet
(779) 233-1309

Recent Reviews

Fatima Holguin

The food is very delicious but the service they give you when you place an order is terrible, they don't understand you, they don't listen to you and they are rude so you don't finish ordering. When they say good goodbye ??

Ana Valle-Tino

Grilled chicken and arrachera was delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pollo Asado, Guacamole, Grilled Whole Chicken, Marinated Whole Chicken with Three Sides

Carla Hamilton

The delivery from El Gallo de Acero was plentiful and satisfying. The portions were generous, and the flavors were delightful. The food arrived promptly and was well-packaged. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I would recommend it to others looking for a hearty meal delivered to their doorstep.

Food: 5

Recommended dishes: Cactus Salad, Guacamole, Cold Sides 8oz, Fried Chicken Dinner, Marinated Whole Chicken with Three Sides, Al Pastor, Arroz Rice

Guillermo Zavala

Very good

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Pollo Asado, French Fries, Guacamole, Bistec Asadero, Barbeque Chicken Wings 6pc

Cris & Ivy Mayoral

The flutes are very delicious and well served! Very good attention... thank you very much!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shawn G

Stopped in for lunch and got the half chicken adobado with sides. Came with all the fixings and I got rice and beans. Everything was delicious. Will be

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alexander Morejòn

They filled my tacos with spicy sauce without

Service: 1

Brian

I'll preface this review by saying that I went in with no expectations.The name of the place first and foremost, is unique to the area nd alone helps in making a name for itself. Catchy in its own right.Through a recommendation from a friend, I gave this place a fair shot. (They used to take orders over the phone, to my knowledge-disappointingly that is no longer a thing.) My first impression of the establishment is that it does look clean. That being said it could use a modern face lift. Seems a little early 2000's.The staff-if and when possible greet you immediately. That's a great sign. That let's me know alot about the people up and down the line, in charge of making my food. I appreciate that.The options comparitively speaking are less but condensed. The god ol' "Less is more" definitely applies. I was looking for something with beef. They sell it by half a kilo or a full kilo. Comes with 3 sides of your choice. If you don't math, it's a considerable amount of food that could reasonably feed 4 to 5 people, just in meat alone. Mine came with a dozen tortillas. The sides are in small containers as well. Given the price I find it hard to believe anyone capable of complaining. The order came out to about 38 bucks as I ordered an extra side and tortillas. Some have made the suggestion to go to the nearby store and purchase 1 maybe 2 packs of tortillas. I would have to agree with that assessment. There's so much meat in there you'll probably need it.The food itself: I have to admit, the food is suspiciously delicious. The meat is cooked to very delicious medium well I would say. Personally I'm a fan of some char. I'm sure upon request that can be arranged. The meat is seasoned proper with repeat visits you may find inconsistency. Fortunately, it's been a case of too little as opposed to too much.Refried beans and rice, staples in they're own right. Making mexican cuisine proud. The versatility of these 2 foods stand firmly and proudly along side the main course. The beans are not canned and the rice is not microwaved. They the texture and flavor tell the story. Fresh. The flavor is that of a traditional "mama or abuelitas" rice and beans that has fueled many generations. Unless you absolutely do not enjoy these 2 sides, these are a must. Hands down.The guac has the flavor texture that you know and love. It's more on the side of texture and flavor as opposed to spicy. The pico similiar however, it's the only thing that been a bit hit or miss personally. It goes good with chips. But I found it had a hard time competing with the other flavors.The salsa is actually a sleeper hit with me. It only comes with 2 small containers. The flavor and the spiciness hits all the right chords with me. You'll just have to experience that for yourself.All in all, this is a fantastic place worthy of you hard earned money. It is bang for your buck as the pricing stands. You couldn't go to the grocery store and get all of this, especially cooked. Very solid tasting food that I can promise will surprise the biggest skeptics.Give these folks a chance to have a place in your home on the weekend.Pros: Great for weekend meal. Great for small to medium size gatherings. Very affordable. Tasty.Cons: seriously very little to lose here.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cactus Salad, Guacamole, Cold Sides 8oz, Bistec Asadero, Hot Sides 8oz, Habanero Verde

Veronica P.

A little pricey but worth it! Food was goood, pico de gallo was good! The lady was very nice. She gave me chips and salsa while I waited & even gave me coffee

Carla Camargo

Great food, great flavor. Very good portions and great customer service. ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mariana Gutierrez

The chicken adobado is my favorite, along with the arrachera. Everything is so juicy and flavorful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pollo Asado, Cactus Salad, Cold Sides 8oz, Grilled Whole Chicken, Bistec Asadero, Ensalada Campo, Marinated Whole Chicken with Three Sides, Steak Dinner

Ivan Dario F.

La comida puede que sea muy rica pero las personas que tienen atendiendo dan muy mala imagen, la muchacha que atendía ayer de contextura delgada que estaba ayer 16 de diciembre 2023/ 9 PM aprox, debería buscar un trabajo en el que no debo atender a clientes. Dicen una cosa y después dicen otra. Al parecer solo les importa el dinero y no la s opiniones de sus clientes.

Adrian P.

Good service, and food was amazing! Had the wings, they were fall off the bone delicious. Highly recommend!

Bob I.

Been there twice so far. Nothing else compares. Best rotisserie chicken around. Great sides too

Sam W.

The customer service here is GREAT! The food, EVEN BETTER! If I could afford to eat out everyday, this would be the spot I'd eat at lol 10/10

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