El Kaporal Restaurant
5078 S Archer Ave, Chicago
(773) 501-4708
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My family are regulars here; At least twice a month. The tortillas are hand made and we always leave with some to snack on. Every dish I've tried is excellent. I love their green chicken pozole and the huevos con papas. Their Meundo(served every day), and salsa negra are tasty as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I recently stopped by El Kaporal Restaurant and was blown away by how flavorful and satisfying the food was. I ordered two asada gorditas, and every bite was pure joy. The gorditas came generously filled with tender, perfectly seasoned carne asada, topped with fresh lettuce, tomato, and a good dollop of sour cream. The balance of textures was spot on, the crispness of the vegetables, the creamy tang from the sour cream, and the slight chewiness of the gordita shell worked in perfect harmony.
But what truly elevated the meal was the molcajete salsa they served on the side. It was a dark, smoky salsa that packed a ton of flavor without overwhelming the palate. It had this rich depth to it, almost like it had been slow-roasted or fire-grilled, and it brought the entire dish together in a way that felt both rustic and bold. You could taste the care put into it, and it complemented the asada beautifully.
The gordita itself deserves a mention, it wasn’t greasy or too thick like at some places. Instead, it was soft but slightly crisp on the outside, fresh, and made to perfection. This place knows what they’re doing in the kitchen. Can’t wait to come back and try more from their menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
very very good
Very good flavor and the service was very pleasant. I'm going back. Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time trying there pozole n it was super 🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is amazing. They have delicious salsas, their tacos keep me coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Chilaquiles in the area...
Parking: You can park right behind the building. Or in front on Archer Ave .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good atmosphere for a small restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Burrito
Friendly service.
Tacos were delicious and decently filled with meat.
Daughter was not a fan of the chicken nuggets, no flavor.
Guisado de puerco delicious and spicy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The ice cream is amazing ?♥️ very recommend it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Awesome food with great staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really nice atmosphere, friendly staff, their black salsa is to die for!! It's my favorite salsa. Their tacos are tender flavorful and juicy. A nice date place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really nice atmosphere, friendly staff, their black salsa is to die for!! It's my favorite salsa. Their tacos are tender flavorful and juicy. A nice date place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious, flavorful food with heaping portions well worth the price point. They have salsa negra which I've never had before, but became a quick fan of. I ordered the #2 Kaporal Combo which comes with a steak burrito, a chicken tostada, a steak taco, as well as a side of rice and beans. I usually stick to red meat when getting dishes like this, but the chicken was so tender and well-seasoned I wish I had 2 tostadas. The tostada shell was also the perfect mix of pliable and crunchy. The burrito isn't a full-sized one (of course) but it came with tender steak, lettuce, tomato, and beans. They allowed me to upgrade my taco meat to cabeza, and it was melt in your mouth tender. I'm also relatively sure the tortillas are made in house, they were divine. I would 100% come back, if I lived in the area I'd be tempted to come daily. They also have house made ice cream, I got the mango and Oreo. Mango was flavorful and had swirls of chamoy. The Oreo ice cream was creamy and the perfect amount of sweet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent restaurant, give it a chance, handmade tortillas, the chilaquiles are the best in the area. I really invite you to go and try, you won't regret it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Menudo
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