50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Winnetka

“identical meals from tierra caliente“

“The shrimp burrito supreme is the best...the service is great they are very welcoming and they accommodate to your liking and needs. Recommend this place any day of the week weather it's you and your gf or the fam bam it's all good.“

“So i’ll be the one to say it. This place is absolutely delicious.
The scenery, beautiful. The service; I tend to be a person who doesn’t ever look the most cleaned up—when i’ve gone to sizzler, ihop, places of that sort i’ve been treated as lesser, dismissed, given burned food, etc. Today, at this location I felt human for once. Wonderful service. Cleanliness? My goodness, this place is SPOTLESS. And the food? I cleaned my plate, and finished my horchata. The low review about a stupid policy, online ordering, are just entitled people who didn’t get their way and want something to complain about. It’s a shame because this place is genuinely so good, and many people will overlook it because of a couple reviews from people wanting to spread their bad day to a business. Please give this place a chance. It should be packed everyday. I have literally no complaints. 10/10 across the board.“

“CARILLO'S SAVED CHRISTMAS. This Christmas eve, my uncle and I realized we forgot the tamales which have become a tradition in our family every Christmas eve. We set off to find some, but around 5:00 on Christmas eve the odds weren't looking great. Our go to is the Carillo's in San Fernando, but they had already closed for the holiday. Coming from Sunland we called around and this was the only place to pick up. Even though they were closing we told them we were coming from 40 minutes away and they waited! We got there as quickly as possible and they even unlocked the door for us when we told them we were the ones that called. We picked up 20 tamales 10 chicken, 10 pork, and 2 quarts of salsa. We got back home and the tamales were hot and tasty as ever. So so grateful for the amazing service even on such an important night of the year, thanks to Carillo's our Christmas tradition was saved. Carillo's family and staff we will never forget this, a true Christmas miracle. Thank you.“

“Very good buritto, server and the crew are very kind. 5/5 ❤️❤️❤️“

“The service supost start at 10am , I wast at the door at 1040 , waths the real time??they are inside wath its the matter.,“

“This restaurant has the most delicious homemade food I tried. My wife loves the posole and I love the Menudo. We try to go there every weekend to eat some of their delicious food they make. I recommend it 100%.“

“This is a family favorite, I’ve been coming to this restaurant since the early 2000s.

Excellent comfort homade style meals. Portions are big, prices are low. Service is fairly fast even when busy.
Employees have always been kind & patient.“

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Casita! Brittany, the concierge, and our server Delilah provided exceptional, warm, and professional service that truly stood out. The food was not only delicious but also incredibly flavorful, and the atmosphere was simply stunning—inviting, elegant, and perfectly suited for a memorable evening. We can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed every moment. This was an experience to remember, and we’re already looking forward to coming back soon!“

“Good food ! Wish I knew it was here sooner . It will be in my normal rotation .“

“My Family And I , Really Enjoyed, Pablo, Gave Us A Great Experience!!!! Will Be Back!!! Love It, And Great Food!!!“

“Although I was sitting in Van Nuys, California, due to the authentic-ness of the food, I could’ve been in Mexico. Every bite was so flavorful and scrumptious I couldn’t believe how good it was. The rice, the refried beans which were more like a thick liquid and the three different tacos were so delectable my taste buds were exceptionally happy! The customer service by Pedro and his team were also exceptional. They are like a fine-tuned instrument. It was my first time but it will not be my last time. I work for HappyCow so I gave them some of our little stickers and an excellent review window decal. Updated from previous review on 2025-03-19“

“At Villanueva Mexican Restaurant, embark on a salsa odyssey that elevates the ordinary to extraordinary! Their legendary salsa bar, a carnival of flavors, turns each bite into a fiesta. The shrimp fajitas, while promising a flavor explosion, waded through a sea of gravy, a twist in our culinary tale. Though this unexpected plot thickens our journey, the salsas alone make Villanueva a treasure worth exploring. It's a solid four-star adventure, where every dip transports you closer to Mexico. Dive into Villanueva for a taste escapade that’s almost perfect – just watch out for the gravy waves!Recommendations:Their salsa bar!

Vegetarian options: Few vegetarian items“

“Amazing food! Made to order, clean and beautiful dining area, excellent customer service. Tacos Al pastor, tacos de chicharrón, gorditas Xochipilli, chilaquiles, a few of my favorites. The best spot in the valley for authentic Mexican food.“

“fantastic service! burritos were amazing. small and intimate. thank you! we'll be back again.“

“Why not go straight to the manufacturer for the areas freshest tamales. Factory is in the back, and they have a modest little front facing store to purchase your favorite flavor tamales, soda and a small patio in the back if you want to eat it there.“

“Best authentic Sri Lankan food I've come across in US. They serve a variety of Sri Lankan specialties including regular home-style rice & curries, lamprais, kottu & Sri Lankan short-eats. Huge portions for the price we pay. Looking forward to trying their Mexican food as well. Heard their Mexican food is so authentic & tastes great!“

“definitivamente el mejor lugar 😉“

“I just moved to the area and I saw this little spot. I have lived in the valley for 30+ years and was very disappointed with the choices of Mexican food well I'm so happy I found this place. 30 years in the valley and I just found this place. I will definitely be going back again and again. The gentlemen running and cooking were so nice and on it.“

“las redes sociales tienen un potencial enorme...quise venir a disfrutar quizas parte de comida tijuanense...es una lastima que empleadas como esta echen a perder todo...pedí 3 tacos y una coca...y no me puso la coca en la orden...me hizo esperar el tiempo que quiso para darme mi cambio...mientras esperaba vi como le hizo mal otra orden a un señor con discapacidades...y argumentaba que no podía cambiar la orden hasta que viniera un manager...y no somos perfectos..lo se..pero la actitud es muy importante...al estar apoyando al sr en silla de ruedas...ella volteo hacia a mi y me dijo que no me metiera donde no me llaman..total..me voy decepcionado“

“the place are so good food and service the best l love this place Plus the taco Tuesday are really good came end try“

“Great waters and friendly staff :)“

“we have been going to this restaurant for a long time. we love their food But we noticed that they changed the portion size! We understand that everything is getting expensive but they made portion size way little. I ordered vegetarian quesadilla and always ordered and my husband ordered torta and both orders came out too small!! they barely put vegetables inside so we really did not like it!“

“I revisited this place after years, having been a regular from 2007 to 2014 growing up. Surprisingly, nothing much has changed, except for the owner sporting grey hairs and the welcomed addition of card payments. The familiar great taste of the food, horchata, and salsa remain the same in a good way.“

“😋 their sopas a very delicious….“

“I arrived at this restaurant because I saw that they serve Peruvian food, however I tried their carnitas burrito and fish taco, It was delicious, I look forward to try their Peruvian food in the future, friendly people, bendiciones y gracias“

“One bowl (comes with chips) will fill you up for around 14 dollars before tax. The food is well made the assorted components work together well. The fried pork belly here was nice, crunchy and oily - a generous portion as well.

Tacos are quite pricey (5-6 each) in comparison, but that's mainly due to bowls being such a good deal.“

“Our favorite place to go, great food, drinks and excellent service.“

“Costa Grande Restaurant has received positive reviews for its authentic Mexican cuisine. If you're looking for fresh, handmade tortillas and flavorful dishes, it might be a great choice. The restaurant is known for its tacos, enchiladas verde, and burritos that impress even California transplants1. If you're in the Los Angeles area, the Van Nuys location also has good ratings, with customers praising its fish tacos and friendly service. Would you like more details on the menu or customer experiences?“

“Happy Hour is a great time to experience this place! Delicious items on the Happy Hour menu, of course you can order from regular menu as well. Mix and match! We love the Ceviche and Carnitas tacos. Shot of Tequila and a Modelo hit the spot. Friendly people and atmosphere.“

“Great, creative menu and very personal focused service. Jose and his team are amazing“

“Casa de Papi Mexican Restaurant Grill. l liked the customer service, there is small but clean place, their ranch style dishes the seasoning is quite good, l recommend it if you want to try something peculiar.“

“I started eating at Campos in the 1980's in Santa Monica. I was delighted to find one in Simi Valley when I moved my family here. The food has been consistently delicious for 40 years! Ground beef hard shell tacos, the "panzon" burritos (enchilada style) and Chile relleno are some of my families favorites. And don't forget plenty of salsa, which is arguably the best in the world.“

“Our new favorite little whole in the wall place for authentic Mexican food! Their chili rellano is amazing also, their breakfasts are really good. Their combo plates are so good! Prices are reasonable and we eat there now about once a week. The owner is so nice and he always has a joke or two.“

“I recommend this place it has delicious food and the chef cook’s your food fast and you won’t regret it!! A must try!!“

“Went to the Cantina this past Friday afternoon to see Theresa Russell. Fantastic music and great drinks from Trino the bartender. Mario, the GM, always creates a professional atmosphere and extraordinary customer service. I recommend it highly.....“

“Tried the place for the first time. Ordered California burrito, and black bean burrito. Wasn’t expecting it to be really good. The burritos itself were delicious, the portions were good as well. The price was reasonable and taste buds were happy. Sitting are outside truck as well. Will go back for tacos, worth it. Recommended.

Vegetarian options: Black bean burrito, Grilled vegetables as a protein option.“

“With taco trucks being all the rage this is one that you need to visit. The Birria Tacos here are bar none the best that I've had. Don't get me started with their other offerings of burritos, here. They are big full of flavor and well worth the price. The quesadillas are my next favorite, but believe me everything here is good.

Parking: The only thing about the parking here is that there's just a few spots around the truck that are available so it's going to be a walk if you have to park right on the street. If not, the business that is right in front has a big lot where you could just sit there and eat your food after you get it just make sure it's on the weekend. I'm pretty sure they're not too happy if you're parking there during the week.“

“The Queso Tacos and San Marcos Style Tacos Dorados, with consome, are hands down the real deal. So delicious! The Cucumber Agua Fresca was the perfect compliment drink. Best in the Valley.“

“rico todo y excelente atencion“

“Muy rica comida excelente servicio, muy amables todos 🥰“

“Everything taste great but I seriously need to have those beans special delivered to me! I don’t even like beans but I could eat these every day. 🥰“

“A very nice and cozy place located in Sylmar. Food was well seasoned and the server was friendly and welcoming. Parking is a bit small but there's street parking as well. The only thing I didn't enjoy as much were the beans, they were slightly under cooked and bland, the rice and asada burrito were really good. Pancakes were moist and fluffy as they should. Carne asada taco was also really good however if you don't like it spicy ask for salsa on the side. Overall a nice welcoming restaurant.“

“OMG my husband Ron and I just had burritos from Bros. Tacos and it was amazing. Ron had a California burrito and I had thier shrimp burritos. The flavors are amazing everything is fresh and tastes great. We also got horchata which was the best I've had in a long time. We definitely recommend this place and they were born out of the Pandemic so show them some love. You won't be disappointed.“

“Excelentes platillos, voy al menos 3 veces por semana con mi familia. Tienen muchas opciones para todos los gustos y el sazón es muy rico. Ampliamente recomendable.😋“

“I stumbled upon this place while looking for a place to have dinner while working in Van Nuys for the evening. I had seen a photo of their taco plate on a Google review. So that’s what I decided to get. The man who took my order was polite and professional. I ordered the al pastor tacos with rice, refried beans and tortilla chips. I also had the agua de jamaica to drink. The price was very reasonable. After I ordered I walked into their dining room, which was small but comfortable. They had an open salsa bar which included red salsa, green salsa, coleslaw and radishes (all very fresh and tasted good). My food came out quickly and it was all delicious. I ate so quickly I forgot to take photos lol. Thank you, El Ranchito. You have a customer for life!“

“las redes sociales tienen un potencial enorme...quise venir a disfrutar quizas parte de comida tijuanense...es una lastima que empleadas como esta echen a perder todo...pedí 3 tacos y una coca...y no me puso la coca en la orden...me hizo esperar el tiempo que quiso para darme mi cambio...mientras esperaba vi como le hizo mal otra orden a un señor con discapacidades...y argumentaba que no podía cambiar la orden hasta que viniera un manager...y no somos perfectos..lo se..pero la actitud es muy importante...al estar apoyando al sr en silla de ruedas...ella volteo hacia a mi y me dijo que no me metiera donde no me llaman..total..me voy decepcionado“

“The food is always good, and the red salsa has a kick. They have a self-serve salsa bar and a couple of tables for eating inside, although I always order to go. If you order a burrito and don't like spice, remember to ask for NO salsa and double check. I don't mind it, but my husband can't handle it and couldn't even eat his burrito. The staff realized they made a mistake and remade his burrito, which is 10 stars for customer service. We have this place at least 2 times a month and it hasn't let us down yet.“

“Go! The tortillas are actually hand made, the asada is flavorful (not that unseasoned stuff down the street) and the tacos are very filling. I ordered extra tortillas and they forgot to put them in our bag, the lady ran out to bring it us in our car and gave us extra tortillas! Customer service like this is rare. Give this a try it will not disappoint!“

“Went on a Sunday for lunch wasn't expecting a brunch menu but wasn't disappointed once we got our food. I was drawn in by their regular menu but they didn't serve any of these dishes when they serve brunch. But I guess it gives me another reason to go back to try other food.

For the brunch, my favs were the churro French toast and the queso birria con huevos, Churro French toast had three full slices not too sweet but sweet enough and the queso birria was so delicious especially when you dip it on the consome. They have a full bar and had bottomless mimosas as well as flight. Loved the vibe. They had a DJ playing the jams. Not sure if this is just a Sunday thing but would definitely go back to listen to good music, watch games and of course eat and drink. Service was very attentive and prompt. We didn't have a reservation but there were able to move a table around so we didn't have to wait long.

There was valet parking if you can't find street parking.“