El Tradicional Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

1831 Tower Dr, Glenview
(224) 432-5380

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Tamal & Huarache with Refried Beans
Skirt Steak and Enchiladas Verdes
Home Made Pork Tamales
Al Pastor Taco Dinner
Salsa and Chips
Chicken Fajitas
Steak Fajitas
Shrimp Tacos
Taco Salad
Guacamole

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Tacos De La Casa
Steak Fajitas
Chicken Fajitas
Quesadillas
6 Flour Tortilla Wedges with Cheese. Comes with a Side of Guacamole, Sour Cream and Pico de Gallo
Chicken and Steak Fajitas

SOUP/SALAD
Small Caldo Tlalpeño
Chicken soup with Chickpeas, White Rice, Epazote Herb and a Hint of Morita Pepper
Taco Salad
Lettuce, Whole Beans, Onions, Cilantro, Tomatoes, Corn, Sour Cream, Shredded Jack Cheese and Guacamole
Caesar Salad

APPETIZERS
Tlacoyitos
Our Famous Tlacoyos (Grandma's Recipe)2 Handmade Corn Dough Filled with Pinto Beans Topped with, Cilantro, Onions, Cheese, Sour Cream and Green Salsa
Coctel de Camaron
Chilled Shrimp with Mexican Cocktail sauce and Avocado Slices
Quesadillas
6 Flour Tortilla Wedges with Cheese. Comes with a Side of Guacamole, Sour Cream and Pico de Gallo
Nacho Gusto
Crispy Chips Topped with Beans, Melted Cheese, Tomatoes, Oniones, Sour Cream, Jalapeños and Guacamole
Queso Fundido
Melted Chihuahua Cheese
Ceviche
Fish, Srimp or Mixed Marinated in Lime Juice, Tomatoes, Pickled Onions, Cilantro, Jalapeños, Radishes and topped with Avocado Slices
Calamares
Lightly Fried Calamari Mixed with Jalapeños and Onions

ANTOJITOS
Tacos
Tacos Served on Soft Corn Tortillas (2 for Lunch, 3 for Dinner)Mexican Style (Cilantro & Onions)Gringo Style (Lettuce, Tomato & Cheese)
Tacos De La Casa
Enchiladas
3 Enchiladas Topped with Cheese Sour Cream and your Choice of Salsa: Pick your Filling
Tamales
El Super Burro
Flautas
Fried Tacos topped with lettuce , tomato, onions, cilantro, sour cream and cheese
Tostadas

DINNER
El Trad Combo
Carne Asada
Mar y Tierra
Chiles Rellenos
Tampiqueña
Pollo Azteca
Pollo con Mole

FAJITAS
Steak Fajitas
Chicken Fajitas
Chicken and Steak Fajitas
Vegetarian Fajitas
Shrimp Fajitas
Chicken and Shrimp Fajitas
Steak and Shrimp Fajitas
Trio Steak, Shrimp and Chicken
Fajitas El Rey

SEAFOOD
Mahi al Gusto
Tilapia al Gusto, Cooked to Perfection in one of our Signature Sauces. Served with a side of White Rice and Veggies
Tacos
Ceviche Tostadas
Enchiladas
Salmon Tacos
Shrimp

KID'S MENU
Kids Quesadillas
Kid Taco
Chicken Tenders
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
1 Salchipulpo
Chef's Jr Cheeseburger
Mini Burrito

A LA CARTE
Chips and Salsa - 6oz
A la Carta Taco
Side of Guacamole
Salsa - 16oz
16 oz Rice
Flour Tortillas
French Fries
6oz Salsa
16 oz Guacamole
Sour Cream
Avocado Slices
A la Carta Taco Shrimp
Pico De Gallo
Side of Salsa
A la Carta Tamal
A la Carta Chile Relleno
Beans/Black
Beans/Pinto
Celery and Carrots
Chiles Toreados (Grilled Jalapeños)
Corn Tortillas
Fresh Jalapeños
Grilled Onions & Jalapeños
Pickel Jalapeños
Queso Fresco
Rice
Side of Veggies
16 oz Beans

DESSERT
Churros
Flan
Nandos Churro Bites

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Recent Reviews

I had the opportunity to visit El Tradicional on a Thursday happy hour and so should you.

Located on the Glen, El Tradicional is a great after work venue to meet friends or co workers. I enjoyed the Happy hour menu items of Chicken tacos and the menu Enchiladas which were delicious. Chips and salsa are standard issue.

The house Margarita stands on its own as a favorite to order but I went with that authentic, big, bold beauty the Michelada...
August 2025
The nachos are my favorite to go appetizer while drinking my margarita after work. It’s filling and delicious. I sit at the bar and chat up with our favorite bartender Carlos, he is the best!! The atmosphere and friendliness of the staff is what keeps us coming back.
July 2025
Glenview location: I love this restaurant! Staff could not be more welcoming and friendly. Food is excellent and so are the margaritas! You're missing out if you don't try iy.
July 2025

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El Tradicional Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

1831 Tower Dr, Glenview, IL 60026
(224) 432-5380