Barrington's best places for Mexican cuisine are in our list.
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243 West Northwest Highway, Barrington
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“New owner, great service, new menu, ingredients and decor, highly recommend!”
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402 North Hough Street, Barrington
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“Delicious fish tacos and they’ve always gotten every order right! Much more than I can say about other Mexican places I’ve ordered from.”
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550 North Hough Street, Barrington
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“I see a lot of people complaining about their orders, but I have had only good experiences here. The food is good and tasty, I feel like I get a good portion for what I pay, and the staff is very nice. I can't say anything about the drive-thru or orders online, I've always gone inside in person. But when I have, the staff was very nice, and I feel like I get a very good portion of everything. It might be that some people aren't polite to the staff 🤷♂ I even saw a staff memeber doing temp checks on the trays the serve from while I was there, which is very reassuring that they take food safety seriously. If you are rude to staff, don't expect them to go above and beyond for you. That goes for anywhere, it's really common sense. All in all, I have only had good experiences and good food from this place 👍”
Mexican · $$
870 North Meacham Road, Schaumburg · 8.8 miles
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“The food was great, service was excellent! The atmosphere is happy and the Magician made it even more enjoyable. Definitely going to become regulars.”
Mexican · $
1433 West Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg · 8.96 miles
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“Pleasantly surprised for such quick,great service,usually there is a down side but I didnt see.Will be back more on the regular.”
Mexican · $$
43 South Sutton Road, Streamwood · 9.17 miles
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“Great Vegan menu! The margaritas are wonderful”
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809 North Quentin Road, Palatine · 4.32 miles
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“Beer-battered shrimp tacos, with their special topping, plus we added a slice of avocado, was what we had for dinner tonight. My husband stopped midway through his meal and said this was the BEST TACOS …and guacamole! Thank you Taco Shop!!!”
Mexican · $
314 Lincoln Avenue, Fox River Grove · 5.31 miles
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“wonderful selections, great service and value meals”
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1534 East Algonquin Road, Algonquin · 7.03 miles
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“By far the best guacamole I’ve ever had! Love the burritos as well. However, I tried something new fish fries. Absolutely amazing! I’ve tried three different Mexican restaurants in town and this is the only one I eat at.”
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215 East State Road, Island Lake · 8.67 miles
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“My favorite place to get tacos! Love the salsa 😋”
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2212 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows · 9.27 miles
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“This is a taqueria within a small Mexican grocery store. The food is fabulous, the carne asada tacos are delicious but the barbacoa is also excellent, not to mention probably the best carnitas I've ever had outside of Chicago. The barbacoa and carnitas are also available by the pound which is an awesome option. The ambience is very basic, two tables and a few chairs, not pretty but the food is phenomenal and prices are very reasonable.”
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4003 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows · 8.32 miles
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“The birria and chicken tinga are incredible!”
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206 East State Road, Island Lake · 8.71 miles
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“Best Mexican food you’ll love this place great service and super clean environment”
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327 North Main Street, Wauconda · 7.53 miles
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“If you’re searching for a taco spot that genuinely lives up to the hype, this is it. From the very first bite, you can tell they’ve mastered their craft—every taco is packed with juicy, perfectly seasoned meat and layered with bold, vibrant flavors that hit all the right notes. Nothing feels rushed or generic; everything tastes intentional and seriously satisfying. And then there are the gorditas—easily the standout. Rich, and stuffed to perfection, they’re the kind of dish you keep thinking about long after you’ve left. Honestly, it’s hard to go wrong here. Every item on the menu delivers the same level of quality and flavor, making it one of those rare places where you want to try everything. Bottom line: this spot isn’t just good—it’s a must. Whether you’re a taco lover or just someone who appreciates incredible Mexican food, you’ll leave already planning your next visit.”
Mexican · $
112 East Liberty Street, Wauconda · 7.25 miles
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“Amazing food and even better service ❤️ Raul’s really makes the best tacos I’ve ever had and I could eat them everyday. But they are always suggesting new things for me to try and I haven’t been disappointed yet. Whether it’s a first time guest or a regular customer they greet everyone like family dropping by for dinner. The food is so good my friends from out of state talk about it long after they go back home. All I can say is If you haven’t had Raul’s you are missing out!”
Mexican · $
596 West Main Street, Lake Zurich · 2.97 miles
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“Highly recommend Mari's restaurant. The food and service at Mari's restaurant was excellent. Such an extensive menu! My family all ordered different things (zopes, flautas, a beef stew, pupusas and more). And we even had some delicious desserts including fried ice cream. The portions were very generous and the prices were amazing. The owner's whole family works there and you can tell that they put their heart into the business. I would highly recommend giving them a try.”
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688 South Barrington Road, Streamwood · 9.29 miles
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“The best Mexican restaurant in town. My family and I have been eating there for over 20 years. The service is great, the food is always impeccable and delicious. Highly, highly recommend for authentic Mexican food. Every dish is superb, but my personal favorite is the torta Cubana. Try it, you will not be disappointed.”
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374 Northwest Highway, Cary · 7.21 miles
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“I call ahead and pick up a bag of tacos omw home for easy dinner on tuesdays. Always so good!”
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365 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg · 9.58 miles
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“This place was a whole vibe didn’t catch his name but he went above and beyond in service treated us like family and the food was amazing we got the chingon tortas with black beans and rice from now on this is a mandatory stop for us when ever we’re in town”
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660 E IL-22, Lake Zurich · 4.48 miles
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“Been going to Sergios since the beginning. The owner, Sergio, is an awesome guy. I moved out of Lake Zurich two years ago but every time I’m in town and am hungry, I usually try to stop by.”
Mexican · $$
309 Meier Street, East Dundee · 8.03 miles
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“Awesome place, great party rooms!! Great food!! Friendly staff”
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1315 Dundee Avenue, Elgin · 9.17 miles
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“5 stars! The staff was very friendly. The food was very fresh and tasted amazing. The restaurant was also clean. It is unfortunately 3 hours from my home but will be an added stop when I travel that way!”
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651 IL-68, Carpentersville · 6.65 miles
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“Los mejores tacos de la región y el personal muy amable y los dueños ya ni se diga mis respetos para don José muy amable ,además cuentan con una michoacana y muy deliciosas paletas y helado Amo ir a comer tacos a la alcancia…”
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1114 East Dundee Road, Palatine · 6.13 miles
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“The food was so tasty. The chicken was well marinated. All in all it was great for a first time visit in your restaurant. Super recommendable 👍”
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807 West Rand Road, Arlington Heights · 7.7 miles
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“It’s good and I do recommend it. Just a warning, it’s a small location so it’s best to do takeout.”
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398 West Liberty Street, Wauconda · 8.41 miles
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“Some of the best made-from-scratch Mexican food in the area! Highly recommended.”
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1910 North Rand Road, Palatine · 5.63 miles
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“3... ways to enjoy your food fresh tasty affordable Very good food highly recommended”
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213 South Rand Road, Lake Zurich · 3.05 miles
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“We catered a party with Tacos El Norte tonight. I couldn’t be more pleased with the food, service, or price. They were helpful, responsive, generous, and easy to work with. Couldn’t be happier.”
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471 South Rand Road, Lake Zurich · 2.84 miles
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“We just celebrated my wife's surprise 65th birthday Sunday with 14 family members. We chose El vado #2 Mexican Restaurant and couldn't be any happier. From them going out of their way purchasing ballons and banners to her complimentary frozen ice cream the service, food and drinks were phenomenal. Very warm and welcoming staff. Very appreciative of your business and fantastic atmosphere. Thank you for this memory. Never felt rushed. Everyone in our family raved on how great it was and was one of our best parties ever. Familiar with their other restaurant in McHenry which is also excellent and reasonably priced. You have to try this place if you like mexican food. A+++”
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16 North Bartlett Road, Streamwood · 8.67 miles
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“I was fan of La Poblanita I always recomended to friends and Family, my wife took me to La poblanita on Valentine's cause she knows I love it, Unfortunately the last 2 times is been dissapointed, food was tasteless and they charged me $.50 for extra lemon, I get it economy is bad, but If you going to charge for something that usually is Free at least let the customer Know, I dont think Im going back 😪😪.”
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720 East Higgins Road, Schaumburg · 8.66 miles
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“The Mexican food here is fantastic! I stop here when im visiting a relative in the area and just found out they're putting one near my house soon,super stoked..this place has some of the best Carne Asada and El Pastor tacos i had anywhere they use quality meat and fresh ingredients,,i cant wait to try more items off their menu when they open the restaurant closer to my house...this place gets 5 out of 5 stars!”
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410 East Hawley Street, Mundelein · 10.67 miles
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“Super good!!! Super happy 😃”
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2312 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates · 6.33 miles
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“Food is delicious! 🤤 Great service and atmosphere!”
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672 East Hawley Street, Mundelein · 10.81 miles
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“Authentic Mexican with handmade salsas and maza. Best huaraches with cecina steak! Friendly staff and reasonable prices.”
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21520 West Field Parkway, Deer Park · 4.23 miles
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“Delicious food & drinks. Authentic atmosphere.”
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506 North Lake Street, Mundelein · 10.57 miles
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“Food was good, came out hot and fresh and once we were seated the staff were fairly attentive. I would definitely come back again, but there were a few things I noticed that they should improve on which would upgrade this to a 5 star rating. Firstly, when we arrived no one was there to greet or seat us. We stood around looking like lost foreigners until another Spanish speaking customer mentioned something to the lady behind the counter who finally said “Oh, are you here to dine in or carry out?” Secondly, we had a food safety issue with two entrees we ordered which were quickly remade. They did apologize a few times, but from a customer service perspective they should have done a little more to make things right. I don’t want to go into details on what happened with the food, but something like that warranted at least a comp of some kind. Doesn’t need to be free meals for all, but throwing in an appetizer or dessert or something small would have been a good gesture considering the severity of the issue. That really left a bad taste in my mouth as there seemed to be no accountability from the restaurant there. After all is said and done, stuff happens and I get they’re a small business. Just providing some constructive feedback in hopes they will try to do better because the food is pretty good.”
Tacos · $$
20771 North Rand Road, Kildeer · 4.03 miles
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“Stopped by on a whim and was very, very surprised. The outside is quite attractive with an outside eating area. The inside is nice and clean with plenty of seating. We ordered chips and salsa, Pollo with Mole, and the Steak Burrito Fajita. The chips are homemade (as expected) and very good. The chicken in the Pollo with Mole was super tender. The mole was rich. It came with homemade corn tortillas. The Steak Burrito is filled with fajita fillings, so steak, green and red peppers, and onions. The flour tortilla was filled and grilled giving the whole a nice smokey flavor. It was one of the very best burritos I have ever had. Look over my reviews. I have eaten a lot of burritos. They have a creamy salsa verde that is great, a very nice Roja sauce, and a hot sauce that is no joke hot. Our server was great and the whole experience was a great one. Will be back soon.”
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839 South Lake Street, Mundelein · 9.86 miles
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“En Realidad esta super deliciosos La comida y sus servicios y sasones Auténtico 100% Mexicano. Y Recuerden recordar es volver a vivir....”
Mexican · $$
2112 Elgin Road, Carpentersville · 6.25 miles
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“fast friendly service outstanding food highly recommend everyone come here.”
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100 West Higgins Road, South Barrington · 6.02 miles
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“Great food. Great service.”
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26228 IL-83, Mundelein · 9 miles
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“Amazing experience at Las Palmas! I ordered this delicious baked dish with melted cheese and meat, it was so flavorful, hot and cheesy. The restaurant is very colorful, clean, and the staff is super friendly. Authentic Mexican food, great portions. Highly recommend! We will definitely be back!”
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15 North Brockway Street, Palatine · 5.5 miles
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“We love going to Mexico Uno! We just introduced our parents to it, and they can’t stop raving about it! Nicest people, great food, and warm and welcoming Mexican decor. Check it out!”
Mexican · $
2101 South Plum Grove Road, Rolling Meadows · 6.57 miles
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“The food was incredible. Well cooked and seasoned steak, amazing beans and rice, and a wide range of salsa and sauce. A bit pricey but 1000% worth it. Service was delightful. Very kind people. There was a small mix up and it was handled with ease, nothing to complain about. The overall atmosphere was very welcoming. The kindness along with the amazing smell only complimented their clean and well maintained seating area. Very well lit and great music of which was not too loud or too soft. Overall a visit I hope to replicate in the future.”
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1707 Nish Road, Crystal Lake · 9.83 miles
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“Love the food here! But, not great customer Service. The service was pretty fast… But they did not have any cheeseburgers as it said on their menu for the kids meal. I also did not have any chicken nuggets from the kids meal, They also had no Lengua tacos and only enough steak to make three tacos. And I would also recommend updating your website to include that you no longer serve alcohol”
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2216 Algonquin Road, Rolling Meadows · 9.26 miles
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“Amazing food, would highly recommend”
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1540 North Rand Road, Palatine · 6.46 miles
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“I love the tacos Margaritas are to die for. The place is very clean. The waiters are amazing will definitely go again.”
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26290 IL-83, Mundelein · 9.01 miles
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“Delicioso 😋 y el servicio excelente”
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411 East Main Street, East Dundee · 8.06 miles
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“My brother and I stopped by earlier in the day and had an amazing experience! I had seen the restaurant on TikTok and we were able to go there today, I ordered the fajitas and he ordered three tacos and a gordita. We also ordered horchata The horchata was honestly so good, smooth and creamy as well as refreshing, one of the best I’ve had at a restaurant! My fajitas were absolutely fantastic, I ordered combination of steak and chicken and it was the best ever. The steak was juicy and tender and the chicken was so flavorful. Usually I don’t enjoy green peppers too much but you guys made them so yummy and the whole dish was flavorful My brother chowed down on his Gordita and got full as he didn’t know it was going to be as big and full as it was and he was not disappointed. He said the tacos were also very good and will definitely be ordering both again! The service was also great, the young women who I had seen on TikTok and the reason to stop by was so sweet to us and very kind. We will definitely be retuning :)”
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75 North John F.Kennedy Drive, Carpentersville · 6.73 miles
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“🥰Wonderful food, fresh and exciting!”
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2160 Lake Cook Road, Algonquin · 6.45 miles
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“This place looks amazing, colorful and beautifully decorated, definitely worth taking pictures. The food was also fantastic, everyone raved about it. Their drinks were beautifully presented, for example, garnished with a flower. There was also a mariachi band playing; they played "Happy Birthday" for me and even dedicated a song I really love to me ❤️”
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