50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Chicago

“BEST TACOS IN CHICAGO“

“Elegantly casual. LUVED. Counter seat into kitchen view was fun, interesting and worth it.“

“The food, drinks, service and recommendations were excellent. We were celebrating a birthday, and everything from the Oaxacan tlayuda to the Cornish hen with mole and the margaritas made with mezcal from the owners’ hometown in Oaxaca made for a great meal.“

“Outstanding! Highly recommended Knowledgeable, friendly staff and incredible experience“

“Great experience every time! I almost don’t wanna write this review so this place can stay lowkey but it’s so damn good! I’ll be back in two weeks! 😂
Entire staff is great but Liz is amazing!“

“Great taco restaurant, great food and service. Edil, thank you for the great service, very kind and timely service. The best.“

“We discovered this wonderful restaurant through a search for something unique with great food. The result didn’t disappoint. We had four different shared plates (all their suggestions) that were all spot-on delicious. Just outstanding. The service was impeccable, and the atmosphere was top notch. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in the Chicago area. Highly recommend!“

“Excellent service very clean very delicious food well recommended 100%“

“Great food/drinks Great service Great prices We will be back.“

“Solamente quiero decir que este lugar no lo vuelvo a pisar tres horas, esperando no sirvieron la comida completa, la hostess hizo un comentario. Tienen hambre que se esperen otro manager, quería sentarnos al lado de la basura. Es una falta de respeto más aparte sus cocineros hicieron unas palabras anti sonantes. Otra falta de respeto. Cero recomendaciones enséñales a sus trabajadores ser profesionales“

“Very good food. I highly recommend this place.“

“First time here and it didn't disappoint. Food was delicious and the drinks were good too. Service was great as well as the atmosphere. I was a party of 1 and sat at the counter. It was cool to see the kitchen operate. I would definitely go back and try more.“

“Thank you Fernando and Ismael at 5 rabanitos!! Great food, great drinks and great service. Can’t wait to go back!“

“As Islanders living here, this place is a piece of of home. Onolicious grinds!“

“Tacos con sazón muy buenos . Y servicio excelente. Precio justo .“

“Love this place and food is very delicious 😋 LULU is the best too . 😎❤.. Highly recommend this place oh and yeah the albondiga soup is super delicious and has a good spice to it too 😃🙌“

“Absolutely incredible! From the moment the food hit the table, everything looked fresh and packed with flavor. The burrito was stuffed with perfectly seasoned meat, fresh pico de gallo, beans, rice, and all the right toppings—every bite was delicious. The chips were warm, crispy, and paired perfectly with the creamy queso, fresh salsa, and homemade guacamole. You can tell everything is made with quality ingredients.

And the margarita? Easily one of the best I’ve had! Perfectly chilled, refreshing, with just the right balance of citrus and tequila—not too sweet and incredibly smooth. It was the perfect complement to the meal.

Great food, amazing drinks, generous portions, and a fun atmosphere. If you’re craving authentic Mexican food and an outstanding margarita, this place is definitely worth the visit. I’ll absolutely be coming back!“

“Great service and the food is delicious!! I've eaten here three times in the last week. 😂 Restaurant was also very comfortable on a hot day. My fav is the shrimp taco, and the morita sauce is nicely spicy and super good. I also loved my pina colada.“

“5 star food, 5 star horchata, 5 star service!!! This is my weekend splurge almost every weekend.“

“Try as many tacos as you can! The fish tacos are a much but the birria tacos blew me away!“

“I visited this place on yesterday randomly looking for breakfast spots. As soon as we entered, all of the employees greeted us with a smile, and a hello the atmosphere was extremely welcoming and made us extremely excited.. We let our waitress. Maria know that it was our first time she assured us that we would be satisfied. We were indeed satisfied I highly recommend this place. Please go check them out.“

“I come here every time I get my nails done. Everything here is so good and always fresh. The lady that’s takes the orders is always so nice and always recommending great things she told me to try the hibiscus and it’s soooo good ! I get it every time I come !“

“Food was very good, but you need to like spicy. It's a fusion of Mexican and Indian cuisines. The big disappointment is that do not have beer... only one brand listed, but they do not had it in the house. For me it's not the kind of food to harmonize with wine. I can't understand no beer in a Mexican place.“

“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.“

“I highly recommend Manchamanteles Restaurant! My dining experience was exceptional from start to finish. The food was outstanding, with each dish expertly prepared and presented. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure we felt welcome. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for any occasion. I will definitely be returning when in town!“

“We love Mercadito!! The atmosphere, the special mood…..and especially the food What a variety of spectacular dishes! Add a warm and welcoming staff and you’ve got just spot for a great dinner for two or a special evening with friends. We visit whenever we’re in Chicago.“

“Don't let the fact that its in a gas station fool you! Best Chilaquiles east of the Chicago River!“

“Beautiful lighting service was great and please don’t get me started on this steak. I enjoy every bit of my night. Yes, I recommend Matilda.🩵🩵🩵“

“the food is always delicious and service is always so kind! I've ordered something different each visit and have never been disappointed! margaritas are great too! love this place so much!“

“Excellent food! Menu is extensive and seasonal to a particularly high standard. Definitely fine dining. It can be pricey to some, but worth it and they do different deals on different nights so it’s worth checking them out. If this venue was in the #Pilsen area, you would def need a month or two reservations. The chef is #Michelin rated – say no more. Highly recommended. Next time in Chi-town I would def make this a stop. #exceptional #FineDiningMexican“

“The food is always delicious and the service is always excellent.“

“My wife and I dined at Mariscos San Pedro for a special birthday dinner. We dine out a fair amount and this is one of the best restaurants that we've been to this year. This Mexican seafood restaurant has it all: amazing expertly prepared, unique, adventurous, appetizers and entrees, and an amazing house staff. Thanks Taylor for guiding us on our dining adventure! If you love seafood, this is your spot. We will be back again.“

“Carnitas Uruapan is one of the handful of restaurants in Chicagoland that comes to immediately mind when someone asks for restaurant suggestions. The carnitas are insanely good. I can't remember eating having ones that are so tender and flavorful. The salsa is so balanced and flavorful, I could add it to most all foods. The chicharron are top notch, and I can't imagine getting any better. I'd come here more often but the parking is horrendous.“

“Yesterday was my first time visiting this location, and overall I had a really good experience 😊 The food was super delicious and full of flavor, and the portions were very generous - definitely more than enough to feel satisfied 🍽️👌 I’ll absolutely be coming back again!

One small thing that could be improved is clearer signage. There wasn’t anything indicating that you can seat yourself, so I assumed I needed to order at the counter and wait for a number 🤔 Turns out I was completely wrong, and for a moment I thought I was about to get scolded 😅 The lady at the counter helped fix my order and guided me, and then I was able to sit down.

Aside from that little confusion, everything else was great, and I still really enjoyed my visit 🙌✨“

“Muy buen servicio y el bartender lo mejor, bartender súper contento“

“Just amazing! Best ever! Highly recommend!“

“Great food and wonderful atmosphere!!“

“I visited El Milagro for the first time during a work trip and really enjoyed it! I ordered the steak platter, which came with steak, rice, beans, cabbage slaw, and their delicious corn shells. I didn’t realize they don’t serve cilantro and onions, but the salsas—especially the spicy one—were really good. The chips were delicious too!

I also tried the pineapple juice, which wasn’t overly sweet or acidic—just a really good, refreshing juice.

The steak plate was around $12, which I thought was very reasonable for the portion. Overall, a great experience, especially if you already love El Milagro’s corn shells and chips. Definitely check them out!“

“Best Carne Asada in the Midwest!because it’s al carbon! My family has been coming here since before I was born 🫶🏼“

“I finally got to try Rubi’s on 18th and let me tell you. OMG! I do believe these are the BEST tacos, I've EVER had. The cashier was super nice and friendly, the food was fresh and there was a lot of it for the price. I can’t wait to go back already. I got 4 steak tacos, strawberry horchata, and guacamole and chips. Thank you guys! Monica Miranda! See you next time.“

“Let me start whit the taco truck 🚚......amazing asada tacos the steak is just what steak need to be,soft juicy and grilled flavor one of the best steak tacos all over little village this is not steak ala plancha the flavor test grill steak definitely I recommend 100%“

“They have a great combination deal with two or three tacos. I love that you get a little bit of everything and the price is unbeatable. The shrimp taco is one of the best I’ve had. Will be back for this deal. I picked up, but it was super cute inside. Will be back.“

“Estimados encargados de El Solazo: Espero este mensaje les encuentre bien. Me dirijo a ustedes como un cliente frecuente y admirador de su restaurante, en el cual siempre disfruto de una comida deliciosa y un servicio excepcional. Sin embargo, en mi última visita, experimenté una situación que considero importante señalar para su atención y mejora. El día de hoy, martes 26 de noviembre, llegué a cenar a las 8:45 pm confiando en la información publicada en sus redes sociales, donde claramente se especifica que el horario de cierre es a las 11:00 pm. No obstante, a las 9:30 pm ya se estaba anunciando el "último llamado" para bebidas alcohólicas. Además, durante mi estancia, fui testigo de cómo dos familias fueron rechazadas para cenar por el mismo motivo: el restaurante estaba cerrando antes de tiempo debido a "la falta de clientes". Entiendo que puedan surgir situaciones operativas, pero considero que este tipo de decisiones impacta negativamente en la experiencia de sus clientes. Cuando se anuncia un horario de cierre, los clientes planeamos nuestras visitas en base a esa información. De no ser posible mantener el horario anunciado, sería más transparente ajustarlo oficialmente en sus plataformas para que las personas puedan planear con anticipación y, en caso necesario, optar por otras opciones. Por último, quiero mencionar que esta inconformidad fue compartida con nuestra mesera, quien nos escuchó con amabilidad. Sin embargo, creo que esta situación requiere un ajuste desde la gerencia para evitar malentendidos en el futuro. Agradezco de antemano su atención a esta situación y espero que se tomen las medidas necesarias para garantizar que su excelente servicio sea consistente en todos los aspectos. Atentamente, Jesus Jesse Hernández“

“Carbon has been my favorite Mexican restaurant in Chicago for quite a few years. I don't live anywhere close to either location, but I gladly make the trek any time I get the Carbon crave. There hasn't been a single thing on the menu that I didn't like. Their steak is marinated/grilled to perfection and even their sides like their elote is fantastic. Their roasted red pepper sauce is one of the many things I HAVE to get when I visit. I'd buy it by the gallon if they'd let me!“

“Fresh and good flavor. Not a big menu but burrito was outstanding.“

“Food was excellent and everyone left buzzing from the good drinks and vibrant atmosphere.
Great location for a night out celebrating our friends’ birthday.

Guillermo was an excellent waiter & generously gave the group shots (both alcohol & NA) to help celebrate!“

“Good service great flavors“

“Carnitas Don Pedro is easily the best carnitas spot in Chicago. We're regulars here, whether dining in or ordering to-go. The meat is perfectly seasoned, and the tortillas and salsa are the perfect match. I always make sure to get a taco seso to complement carnitas. I also finally tried their weekend Menudo--it was incredible, and I'll definitely be getting it next time! They have parking spaces available but be sure to get earlier.“

“I’ve written several reviews about this restaurant because I just can’t say enough. Best Mexican food, excellent service. Cute, intimate setting you must try for yourself. BYOB. I’ve gone on record to say that I had the best steak I have ever had, with their skirt steak in their Tampiquena dish.“

“I’ve been here several times, and they never disappoint. The food is always fresh and very flavorful. I recommend getting the taco de chile relleno and adding chicken to it. Their barbacoa is also very good. It’s perfectly cooked and melts in your mouth. The service is just as good every time. The staff are super friendly, really attentive, and always make sure you’re taken care of“