Restaurantji unveils Justice's must-visit Mexican dining spots.
“I went to this place Henry Tacos and the lady apparently the owner of the place always has a long face, the boy who serves is more or less friendly but the one who is super friendly is the girl who has hair like a chinito, she brought me the food to the table with a smile and told me bon appetit and made me feel at home just because of her I would return to the place to eat“
“The best birria I have ever eaten in my entire life. I've just been there for the first time and it's simply incredible. From the first place, I was involved in something difficult to explain, so many years passing and never having given them a chance or knowing the goodness of their food.“
“First time I took my wife to the solaso restaurant the food we ordered was the tacos the tripas cochinita pibil tacos in the onion with the lime all delicious and also we ordered the the drinks and a dessert that that churros what the topping a chocolate in ice cream I'm very recommend this restaurant definitely definitely a back again and waitress Lezly very good ???“
“Food was very delicious. Lots of flavor , you can tell the cook loves what he does! Servers were very attentive. Thank you for the yummy food and great service ? when me and hubby are in town we definitely will be stopping by to try out other menu items. I look forward to it.“
“As a vegan myself, this place has the best vegan tacos I've ever had! Service was very quick too without sacrificing quality, in addition feels "light" in a good way without all the heavy grease and salt. It's hard finding vegan restaurants with large vegan menu options, including desserts like cake and brownie dessserts that taste so good like "regular" cake/brownies, so this place has it all! Also love how close this restaurant is walking distance to my home, so I'll definitely be a repeat customer!“
“I wish I had pictures but the food looked so delicious we just jumped right in; we weren't wrong. We recently moved from the city to Elmhurst and were looking for tacos that could live up to our neighborhood taco guys and we are glad to have found taco villa. Their al pastor is sweet and spicy, just perfection. We also tried the asada and it was good but the al pastor is the way to go. Can't wait to visit again and try some tortas!!“
“Fantastic! I tried the empanadas, quesadillas, tacos al pastor and quesabirria. Each dish was great and the plating was elegant. The ingredients are fresh and the atmosphere was very nice. I actually think it can compete with anything in the city.“
“This is my partner and I’d favorite place. We love the food and we love Paco (the owner). His creations are a stellar reimagining of the traditional Mexican dishes that we all love.All the dishes are not only Paco’s artworks, they come from love.Will always be this restaurant’s biggest.“
“I stopped by to try out the pozole. I was prepared to be disappointed as I have been with most restaurant pozole. The bar is pretty high as I have a friend that makes it best homemade. I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. The broth was not rushed which resulted in such rich flavors. Every spoonful was filled with meat and hominy as well thanks to the generous servings in the soup. The taste reflects the patience and love that it was made with. The price point was pretty amazing as well. I will undoubtedly come back for more.“
“Let me just start by saying that this locksmith was amazing. He showed up in about 20 minutes after I called for help and fixed the lock on my car door. They were so fast, thorough, and knowledgeable. I would recommend this locksmith to anyone who needs help with their car key coping!“
“The food is amazing and the owner is nothing short great. He’s extremely generous and cooks like no other. Highly recommend the tacos de Al pastor, as it is their specialty and they are delicious. And as far as An amazing dark horse, their Mexican burger is absolutely delicious.“
“Lucidos has THE BEST Al pastor in the entire city of Chicago . I've been to a few dozen taco places in Chicago and this is the best of the best Al pastor. On el trompo is a good sign that they'll be delicious. On top of the spit it a whole pineapple which tastes so much better a little bit charred and not too sweet - unlike using canned pineapples as some restaurants do. The service is very friendly and it's a casual ambiance. I will absolutely be back. Love this place.“
“I am an avid eater!!, yes and I have been comparing this place and it’s simply great. The place is clean, food is very good and authentic and most of the family works. Only concern is that the place is small and it gets crowded on weekends.“
“Such an authentic gem in Oak Park. Vincente Fernandez is playing on the tv. I ordered the cafe de la olla, which I haven't had in forever and was such a delicious comfort to drink on a cold morning. My friends ordered the green chilaquiles and tried the Diablo sauce, which lived up to its name. All were delicious but next time I want to try just a regular order of Rojas chilaquiles. The line was out the door mid morning on a Sunday but the wait was worth it. It's pretty clean here but packed on the regular. Definitely recommend.“
“We ate there a few weeks ago for the first time. Its delicious, the people are super great and since we are working nearby we have been back multiple times its so good. We had Tacos, Birritos, Birria ramen and sopas...ALL delicious to perfection!“
“Based on previous reviews we decided to make the drive from Logan Square to Querrepario in Archer Heights. The drive was totally worth it!The food is perfectly seasoned and portioned well. It's truly authentic food from Guerrero. The homemade tortillas are so good and were made to order. Everthing we ate was good. The food is delicious, excellent service, and to top it off the place is very clean. We'll definitely be going back.Highly recommended!!Kid-friendliness: Totally laid back atmosphere and very child friendly, my 4 year old loved the food.“
“Can't say enough about this wonderful place. The food is some of the best even against the great Mexican food in Chicago. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the love that exists. Drinks are some of the best I've had and the creativity is second to none. My wife and I really enjoy coming here trust me, when you're here you're family. Gracias“
“This was my Second time visiting this restaurant, and I brought my guy in to try their food. Ms. Darcy waited on us, and she was warm, and inviting as we walked in. We didn’t even have to get up when our food was ready, Ms. Darcy brought it to us!! He had a catfish dinner, and he thoroughly enjoyed it! I had the chicken wing dinner and it was a hit as well!! We tried the jerk egg rolls as well once we got home and they were good…not spicy enough for my taste though. The atmosphere here was a bit “smoky” I’m sure from the grills but the smoke consumed the dining room atmosphere. Overall, we were pleased with the food and may come back to pick up take out!“
“This place is fantastic for dining out! I highly recommend it. I recently took my family here, and the food was absolutely amazing! The staff were incredibly welcoming, and the environment was top-notch. The restaurant's interior was beautifully decorated—it felt like I was transported to Mexico!There are two locations in Chicago, so be sure to visit the one on 55th street if you want to dine in; the 18th street location is for takeout only. This was my first visit, and I'm already looking forward to returning! Just a heads up, both locations offer street parking, so plan accordingly, especially on weekends.“
“I ordered two tacos de asada and a Gordita of stuffed peppers and cheese. The food was seasoned so well!! The meat was tender and the Gordita was full of flavor. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. Having this place so close to work is dangerous for me LOL definitely going back there!!“
“This was a great place for authentic Mexican food. I rate restaurants not on how fancy they are but on several factors. It starts with chips and salsa, then basic items like tacos (steak/al pastor), then enchiladas. I had tacos (steak, pastor and chile relleno). All were great. Of course service and cleanliness is essential. I highly recommend this place.“
“Definitely try the steak pastor and barbacoa. cooks put in the work and the food comes out delicious. Servers are very helpful and will answer any questions about the menu in a friendly way. My favorite plate the lucky fajitas with the shrimp steak and chicken comes out sizzling and very flavorful! Number 1 spot in my list!“
“The looks of the restaurant is down home Cafe style. Nothing fancy or over decorated. It has an extensive menu. The food we ordered was great! Our dishes were definitely reminiscent of Mexico. The service was great. Couldn't ask for a better server. It's a little high on cost, but its genuine. Definitely will be going back.“
“Casual atmosphere in remodeled dining room gives eat-in or take-out options. Specialty cocktails, large television screens and appetizer selection are a nice touch for sports viewing. The servers are friendly and food comes out quickly. Menu includes a variety of popular Mexican foodKid-friendliness: Very family friendly with selections for all ages“
“Wish I could give service a 6/5. Food was out in 5 minutes and the woman running the front was above and beyond accommodating allergies. The food was so good I forgot I was ordering Mexican food in the midwest. Parking was an issue but thats the only complaint.Dietary restrictions: Very nice and accommodating. Cannot recommend it enough.“
“Very good place to have a breakfast or eat delicious coffee, reasonable prices, the only thing I didn't like is that they put their own tip. My family of 15 people went to lunch and they tipped $45 when I was prepared to leave them $100, but then they They put it to shame.“
“The food is exactly the way I remember it when I was a young girl! First time I’ve been back since, and the steak taco dinners were amazing! The sauces were great! I dislike very greasy foods that are skimpy on the meat and don’t use fresh vegetables. I love the fact that they added good quality steak, tacos weren’t greasy, and fresh vegetables! Everything in the restaurant was so clean, and the lady behind the counter was so sweet! Will definitely be coming back when I’m in the area. Highly recommend! A south side gem!“
“Nice little spot. Service is superb. Tocos are small but they are flavorful. The Gordita with chicharrón prensado, simply amazing. This is a must have if you come here. Everything is also very affordable. Will most definitely be back for more of that chicharrón prensado!“
“Recientemente tuvimos el placer de contratar a Taquizas Don Rafa para un evento especial en Chicago, y quedamos absolutamente impresionados por su servicio excepcional. Desde el principio hasta el final, superaron todas nuestras expectativas. En primer lugar, la presentación fue simplemente espectacular. Taquizas Don Rafa se esforzó al máximo para crear una exhibición hermosa que también mostraba nuestra cultura. La atención al detalle fue verdaderamente impresionante y estableció el tono perfecto para nuestro evento. Pero no fue solo la presentación lo que nos impresionó; fue tambien su amabilidad y profesionalismo.. El equipo fue increíblemente cortés y atento con nuestros invitados, asegurándose de que todos se sintieran bienvenidos y bien atendidos. Por supuesto, el punto culminante de la noche fue la comida en sí. Los tacos preparados por Taquizas Don Rafa fueron simplemente deliciosos. Los sabores eran ricos y auténticos. Recibimos múltiples elogios de nuestros invitados sobre lo increíble que estaba la comida. A lo largo del proceso de planificación, Erika fue nuestro contacto principal, y fue simplemente asombrosa. Mantuvo una comunicación constante con nosotros, siempre lista para responder a nuestras preguntas.. Apreciamos mucho su profesionalismo y su dedicación para asegurarse de que nuestro evento fuera un éxito. En conclusión, no podemos expresar lo agradecidos que estamos con Taquizas Don Rafa por hacer que nuestro evento sea tan especial. Esperamos que nos vuelvan a brindar sus servicios en futuros eventos familiares. Gracias, Taquizas Don Rafa, por ir más allá de lo esperado y por crear una experiencia maravillosa para nosotros y nuestros invitados.“
“The food is outstanding! People that I know live pretty far from here. Come here for the food.The only drawback is definitely to find out when they're open. Cause they do have small open hours. But other than that, the flavor and freshness omg yum ?“
“I haven't had food with such sabor (flavor) in so long that wasn't cooked at home. Not salty at all. Great service. I'm definitely going back. Ordered the yuca rellenas, papa rellenas, Pollo encebollado, and the lechon. We were surprised with toasted French bread with homemade guava butter!!!!!“
“The food was amazing here, I would highly recommend eating here. Food is authentic and the masa is homemade. The bathrooms were very clean and our server was lovely(server was blonde and hispanic). She kept coming back to our table making sure everything was well and held a meaningful, genuine conversation. The horchata is amazing as well, not too sweet nor watery. Was my first time coming here and do not regret it, please give this place a chance. You will NOT be disappointed!!“
“My first time there - just turned into the small lot on a sudden urge for a taco. It's clean but not glamorous and with very limited seating inside and out; but I will DEFINITELY be returning. I had the best ground-beef taco I've ever had. The service was courteous and the other food looked delicious! Authentic look and flavor. The sauce was super spicy so beware.“
“What can I say, I don't know how to explain it ?? It was too delicious and they are very big and the sauce is very delicious I ordered half roast and half pastor and a horchata water very delicious also the kindness of the cashier machetes very nice very kind thank you ? come on and enjoy a machete here in Chicago machete A and like my photos“
“HOLY COW, this is a hidden treasure of a food spot in Oak Lawn! The atmosphere of the store is amazing and cozy. Great menu selection and the food is out of this world! I ordered the Chicken Burrito Suizo and a mango Fresca and everything is made fresh and truly made with love and passion!! The rice and beans were some of the best I’ve ever had too! Great job and will be back over and over again!!“
“This is by far the best burrito I have ever had in my life! It is the juiciest, tastiest, and freshest ingredients that I've had in a burrito, and I'm so happy that the location came back in Summit, IL. If I could rate it ten stars I would.“
“Ordered here because I was looking for the Birria experience, which I’ve never had before coming here. I placed my order online. I was given a time to pick it up. When I arrived it was a couple minutes early than the time suggested and my food was ready. I was happy with that. I normally check my food before leaving but due to this being my first experience I waited until I got home. Everything I ordered was there. The food was amazing I had the birria pizza, along with the birria ramen, and the Chimibirria which all exceeded my expectations. I will be going back and would recommend anyone to go there. Hopefully I will receive the same experience as before on my next visit. Thank you for the wonderful experience!“
“We drove all the day from Des Moines just to try the birria and we were not disappointed it was the best birria we have ever tried ! Their service was amazing they made us feel at home. We are definitely driving back to Chicago just to eat here again !“
“1st time & I hate to say this bc great food places only get busier.Carnitas will stand up against other top rated around, my new spot. I hear when they run out they run out. These so good ordered menudo.Good menudo hard to find this is really great menudo.Extras: home made tortillas big size if it couldn't get better, very fresh. A bit expensive for doz but worth it. Chips & salsa fresh. All was fresh. Staff friendly & helpful.The down but not really is place a bit small bc they get crowded can see a 2nd or larger spot in future. Checking out a bit slow bc they were busy.Sis tells me they get down on their burger & fries that on another visit. This is a destination spot for me at least hope your experience same or better.Los Chepes staff you set high bar from front of house to back keep it up.“
“It is difficult to taste a dish with a Mexican flavor here in Chicago, it is difficult because most restaurants lose the seasoning oerooo wow I was surprised at this restaurant. From the moment you enter you can smell beautiful Mexico.now the service is incredible, super attentive and friendly, in my case I ordered some shrimp in the eye. And they served it to me very quickly, in about 5 minutes, the other dish, sautéed shrimp, took about 15 minutes.The fish ceviche was super delicious.The garlic shrimp is very very delicious, the dish is very delicious, with the French fries, the rice is very very deliciousIn conclusion, if you want to feel like you're in Mexico, come eat here, you won't regret it.The cost is good, because they serve you michooo in each dish“
“Im the pickiest fat kid I know and if you know me, you know! ? Ordered from this place today and let me tell you, the food was delicious!!! I haven’t had this good a tacos in a long time!! This place is where its at and Im glad i finally decided to stop. Dont know what took me so long?My new go to spot❤️“
“Lovely Mexican restaurant. This is our local favorite for some quality comfort food. It was the first place we went to when we moved to Little Village, and we keep returning because it’s delicious and the service is friendly. Everything I’ve had so far has been a hit! Chicken mole, burritos, pozole, tacos, all amazing.“
“I recently started working here in Chicago on 3rd shift at a nearby hospital. Came here after a long night of work and was NOT disappointed! Food, service & atmosphere are amazingly wonderful! Brings me joy to sit here and sip on fresh coffee which has a subtle hint of cinnamon. Food is so fresh and their corn tortillas are legit!!“
“The tamales are FIRE!! Moist, airy (not dense), and fully of meat. I bought the rojos con pollo, verde con pollo, rojos con puerco, and a oaxaqueño para rematar The family devoured them!!For me, the oaxaqueño was top notch and by far my favorite kind of tamal to eat!! It was SUPER moist and almost gooey…and LOADED with sauce, meat, y muchísimo SABOR. Just the way I like them. The champurrado was also very good.This was my first time trying Isela’s Tamales and I know the wifey will send me to Isela’s for otra dozena “
“I love Paco's Tacos. I've been to all 3 locations within Chicago, and I have to admit they are one of my favorite tacos. Top 3 for sure. Maybe even top 2. They come with 2 tortillas and I must warn you that they are packed with meat. I usually eat 3 tacos at other restaurants, but 2 Paco's Tacos is enough for me. The steak taco is my favorite. The meat is tender, juicy, and flavorful. A bit pricey at almost $5 per taco, but you will get full. They also have some really good horchata.“
“On November 17, 2023 I stopped at this Mexican restaurant and gave them a try with little to know chance right before my hair appointment and when I tell you one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve been to in a very long time the food was freshly prepared the restaurant was clean and the customer service was A1 any time I’m in Chicago on the southwest side this would be a restaurant I would have to go to so for anyone reading this go here“
“Beyond expectations! Countless memories of a night filled with joy and celebration - thank you Valladolid Banquet Hall for making my daughters quince amazing. Very emotional seeing my daughter's dream exactly how we envision it coming true. Beautiful decor, service was great, and the food was delicious. We can't wait to be back. Please keep us up to date with any upcoming events! Thank you Valladolid Banquet Hall again.“
“This place has authentic handmade tortillas and Mexican cafe de olla!! Chips and salsa are also great. We tried the huevos rancheros and chilaquiles with eggs from the breakfast menu, and also ordered one quesadilla and one tamal with mole. Everything was exquisite, although chilaquiles were way too spicy. Portions are very large, for instance, the quesadilla is maybe the size of two tortillas.The service was very slow. However, the waitress, Sully, had a positive attitude and was very friendly, even though the place was crowded.In general, the place/atmosphere is nothing fancy but the food is worth trying. We would be back some time!Vegetarian options: Eggs with nopales, quesadilla, chilaquiles“
“Super Homely resteraunt. They have karaoke Friday nights! Yummy food combos! We had a breakfast platter and a 3 taco steak dinner! Sweet margaritas, frozen and fresh! The manager is so friendly! Made me feel like family! Place is clean and I love the aura!“
“Delicious, fresh, and fast service. I ordered a taco along with a chicken Philly and garlic fries. I added the extra olive/pepper medley to the Philly and it was amazing. The garlic fries are just seasoned and could use a touch more flavor, but they were still good. I will definitely go again.“