50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Calumet City

“🌮 Absolutely amazing food truck!
They serve some of the most delicious tacos I’ve ever had. I’ve tried every single one, and they never disappoint. The shrimp tacos are my personal favorite — packed with flavor — but the tripe, salmon, and steak tacos are also incredibly tasty.

Their nachos are great as well, loaded and satisfying. And you can’t leave without getting one of their horchata drinks… so refreshing and the perfect complement to the meal.

Highly recommend stopping by if you want quality, flavorful food every time.“

“Extremadamente delicioso 😋“

“We love this place. It has great food, GREAT HOMEMADE SANGRIA!!!! The wait staff is fantastic!!! If you haven’t been here, you must try it.“

“Por favor que está pasando aquí al parecer una chica nueva con un pantalón a media nacha por supuesto que se ve mal por los niños 👦 que traemos jamás había pasado esto aquí y mucho menos la atención pésima este es un restaurante familiar la comida exquisita no es Mexicana ojalá traigan al personal con calidad parece de otro país“

“I like this place. It’s very cozy, and the atmosphere on the weekends has a man playing guitar and nice oldies that remind me of my mom when she used to play her music when i was a child. The service was on point. Waitresses are very polite, and they all come around checking on us, making sure everything was ok. Im saying not just one waitress in assigned to one table all four come to check on you every 10 min. I had a tampiqueña and wanted my skirt steak medium well, and the cooks made my steak well done, unfortunately 😑 but other than that, the flavor from the steak was exactly what I was looking for, seasoned to perfection 👌 bold flavors, rice made nice a fluffy,beans guacamole all in my homade corn tortillas made fresh,mmmmm i just ate and already wantbto go back, lol. The enchilada on top of my steak and the enchilada poblano sauce was really good with light melted cheese just the way I like. Most definitely going back again soon.“

“The only reason why I don't give them a 5 is because the pastor tacos are way to spicy 🌶 but very nice people good food! �“

“The Micheladas and everything else that has shrimp“

“Let's be honest - people come here for the FOOD. It is SO GOOD! I frequented Cocula more often when I lived in the area (before 2019). Now, I just think about how bad I want to come here for years. Well, yesterday, I did it - I came back with a friend (for her first time), and Cocula delivered! I went to my go-to throwback dish - #53 on the menu: Carne Oaxaqueña. I forgot how perfectly crispy all the bacon is, even after they mix it with the sautéed peppers, onions, and tomatoes. The steak is perfectly cooked and well-seasoned. It ALWAYS comes with a fresh side salad, RIPE avocodos, and their authentic rice and beans - I almost forgot how good the rice and, especially, the refried beans are - my friend, who had the floutas, agreed when I mentioned, noting that she ate all of the beans first! When I looked at her plate - yup, they were the only thing gone! I almost forgot to mention how good their homemade salsa is - such good flavor, both the Verde and the Rojo. I would caution if you are ordering take out and order the salsa Rojo, with me (this was about 7 years ago, consistently), they have had a history of giving out lower quality salsa, even when I have emphasized that I want the authentic stuff they give me when I dine in, not that store-bought-quality to-go stuff. Also, at that time period, there was a middle-aged man who would host, and he would overlook me when I would come in for my pick up orders or go to pay my dine-in bill, serving male customers first, ignoring me even though I had been patiently waiting before the male customers. There were several occasions when I would have to redirect him to me to remind him I was waiting first. This latest experience, there were two women hosts, and I did not have that experience, but it's something I remember being a negative about coming here. I am glad I came back and didn't experience anything negative. I want to end on a positive note, so one thing I ALWAYS remember about this place is seeing whole Latin families, like, 20 people from 6 generations of their lineage sitting at 4 tables pushed together - everyone laughing talking, having a good time...then ALL THE FOOD comes, some sizzling on plates, and I am in awe as the servers pass me by with all the aromas, and I am left wondering, what was that?! Is it too rude to ask what THEY ordered?! I notice ALL 20 PEOPLE are no longer talking, they are all eating, because THIS FOOD is SERIOUSLY THAT GOOD!“

“very great Food in service....very expensive but it's worth every penny....“

“Delicious 100% Authentic Mexican food, freshly prepared. I went with the Zacatecana burger and it did not disappoint at all, I added avocado slices and it enhanced my burger. They are known for their “Quesabirria’s” along with ramen, it was very delicious and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this homey feel restaurant, you will not regret it. Customer service was very nice and fast. Cards are accepted.“

“The whole menu is great everything tastes great and great service and it’s in my community everybody needs to taste it ❤️“

“Love the atmosphere and the owner and staff is wonderful. The food is delicious 😋“

“first timer...great chicken enchiladas n burger“

“Me facino!! el ambiente y personal son muy agradables, pero sobre todo la comida es super Deliciosa“

“After having a disappointing experience at another restaurant, we called Casa De Luz to see if they could accommodate our party of 13. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed, and the staff made sure we had everything we needed. The service was top-notch—attentive, friendly, and efficient. We had no issues with seating, and our orders were taken promptly without feeling rushed. The food? Absolutely amazing! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. You can tell they take pride in the quality of their dishes. On top of the great food and service, the prices were very reasonable, making the entire experience even better. We couldn’t have asked for a more enjoyable dining experience. If you’re looking for a place that values its customers and serves fantastic food, Casa De Luz is the place to go! We’ll definitely be back!“

“We ordered from Burrito Stop Mex and American Grill today and everything was fresh and delicious! Delivery was fast and friendly. We will definitely be ordering again soon!“

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“I really enjoyed my lunch at Birreria Don Luis. They have great Mexican food. Everything was delicious from the Enchiladas, BirriaRamen, Quesadillas and so much more but what I loved the most was the Quesabirria con su Cozumel 😋! The owners and staff are wonderful. A great atmosphere, I recommended everyone to check it out!“

“The food was fantastic, and I don't think I've ever had such delicious chips and salsa! I highly suggest the fiesta combo with a margarita. The platter was so big we ended up taking most of it home, and the margarita was top notch! We'll be back!“

“Como Cristiana me encanta visitar. Cuando me toca cerca de la TV le bajan al volumen para que la música secular no retumbe en mi oído. La birria y el pozole es lo que más pido pero todo tiene su gran sazón. Un excelente lugar para disfrutar, solo o en familia . Me encanta.“

“This place is truly amazing and left a fantastic impression on me 🤩✨. The food was absolutely perfect - every dish felt carefully prepared and full of flavor 🍽️🔥. The atmosphere was just as great, creating a cozy and enjoyable vibe that made the whole experience even better 🕯️🎶.

What really stood out, though, was the service. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely helpful 😊. They knew the menu inside and out and were happy to give recommendations, which made choosing dishes so much easier 👍. Their professionalism and positive attitude really elevated the visit.

I honestly can’t recommend this place enough 🙌. From the delicious food to the warm atmosphere and top-tier service, everything came together perfectly. It’s the kind of place that leaves you with lasting positive memories and makes you want to come back again and again 💯❤️.“

“Wonderful place. Staff is all family and so inviting. Food was great and the Michelada....AMAZING!!!“

“Good food and great customer service“

“Great food fast service and amazing workers! Family own so you know it’s the best in town!!“

“I always come here to practice my Spanish and they're so nice and helpful. The food is a delicious reward. I've been going for almost a year and they have always been incredible people with incredible food. I feel incredibly safe and comfortable here.“

“Was so good will definitely be back!“

“had my first experience here on yesterday it was amazing service was great food was great place was large plenty of seats and was well groomed“

“A true local favorite with incredible meats.
This restaurant is a total hidden gem. It’s easy to see why the locals flock here—the food is consistently delicious and the service is incredibly welcoming. The lady at the front is exceptionally friendly and attentive, making you feel right at home the moment you walk in. I tried the steak tostada, which was excellent, and both the al pastor and steak tacos were top-notch. If you’re in the area, you definitely have to check this place out. The food comes out very fast, more of a take out spot and eat in the parking lot or take to go, very limited space inside.“

“You wouldn't think these tacos would taste good especially since it's right next to a gas station but you're right... these tacos aren't good they are DELICIOUS!! I ordered steak tacos, chicken tacos, burritos,and rice and beans..the food has lots of flavor too!! The staff is also very nice :)“

“Service was great ! Food is good & micheladas hit the spot !“

“Excellent quality, authentic Mexican food. BUT… BRING BACK THE OLD SALSA 😭 Plenty of my friends and I agree the old salsa was 100% better.“

“Great authentic food. I’ve never had anything I didn’t enjoy. I especially like eating breakfast here.“

“This taco place is the bomb! And they have very Quick and Respectful service, personally I believe they are the best in town. Give them a Try!“

“I had an absolutely FABULOUS Pork Torta yesterday...so darn' delicious that I can't stop thinking about it. You should try one SOON! Waitress extremely friendly/ courteous, and the owner stopped by to chat. The 'Curiosity" reviewer must be thinking of some other place. Will definitely return. LR“

“Go there often! Food is great, owner & staff very friendly. This time I tried the Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo (garlic shrimp)...excellent!“

“The food is truly the best. So good,flavorful and most importantly authentic. The abodigas were amazing. Everything is homemade. My favorite.“

“I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Their food is definitely authentic and I'm not easy to recommend as authentic, prices are reasonable and service is great“

“Wonderful service, food was delicious! Menudo was phenomenal, they also give you an option to add pata. The handmade tortillas adds an extra touch, makes it feel like you’re eating in your Grama’s kitchen. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I’ll definitely be coming back.“

“los mejores tamales en ojas de platano años buscando estos tipos de tamales asta que encontré un lugar que los hacen exactamente como deven de ser se los recomiendo“

“Excelente comida con sabor auténtico mexicano y excelente servicio !“

“These Tacos were everything. The meat was seasoned so well.“

“Traveled from New Hampshire & stopped in on a personal recommendation from our friend Brian. The place was clean, service was fast, the food tasted great, & the prices were reasonable! I’d definitely return!“

“I recently ordered pork & steak tacos for a party of 20, with rice beans and all the dressings ( onions, cilantro, tomatoe, lettuce) the family & friends raved & raved how delicious authentic Mexican food was! I've known Elios family ( my extended family) for years, they are the best tacos in NWI???“

“Absolutely amazing! I don't normally make a habit of eating from a restaurant inside a gas station but I'm SO glad I looked at the reviews and gave this place a try. I had the best burrito I've ever had! This place was incredibly clean and they make your food right in front of you. I also appreciated the great service and friendliness of Keenan and Manager Bay. I will definitely be back when I'm in the area again! For reference - I ordered the carne asada burrito without beans and added avocado (pictured).“

“Nice place, great atmosphere and friendly staff.“

“Oh boy! It has been a while since I’ve had a good burger! I am sure glad I ordered it on my cheat day. Durango style burger! So good!

- Frijoles and sopa de arroz were so good. My kids had some leftover from their order and it turned into an argument the next day over who would eat it. Both of them wanted it!
-Torta de asada was also very good according to my son.
-tacos de asada were also a hit.
- I also had a taco de chile relleno and it was delish! I know how hard they are to mKe so I hardy make them at home, well I am glad I got to eat one at Castillos’s.

They also have guizos estilo Durango. They are very good!

There is a small seating area, most of the people get the food to go, but we came from very far and were not about to wait to eat until we got home.
- I tasted their salsa roja with my taco and it was so good, with a nice spiciness level!
-I first tasted their food from a Quinceañera. Portions were plentiful so we had to come to their restaurant to try it again!
We will definitely do the catering for my kids Quince.“

“I'm new to the area and was looking for some good Mexican food 😋 this place didn't let down just had dinner and it was delicious“

“Mi especialidad para comer son tacos pastor , asada , pescado ,birria y el ceviche 👍“