50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Lake In The Hills

“A hidden Gem in lake in the hills!!!! I’m lucky enough to live a few blocks away! Me and my family are here for dine in or carry out at least once or twice a week! This is a family owned business that I support 100% and they treat me like family! My personal favorites are the chicken enchiladas and steak burritos! They also make amazing tamales when it’s that time of year! I usually buy a couple dozen around Christmas. I highly suggest giving them a try, if you haven’t already!“

“the best in food to enjoy a nice afternoon“

“Visited 03/17/25. Chalupa shell was NOT fried. I love chalupa's and was so disappointed to open my favorite item. It wasn't fried...AT ALL. I have been ordering this item for more than 20 years. I don't know how such a crucial step was missed. If I wanted a gordita, I would have ordered. I couldn't even finish it. Check your food before leaving the store.“

“We’ve come to love this place. Clean, comfortable , dining space with authentic Mexican food. Friendly and accommodating service as well with affordable pricing. Love it.“

“Awesome place, great party rooms!! Great food!! Friendly staff“

“Had an exceptional experience using Bella Vista for catering a recent bridal shower. Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend!“

“the best. tacos are phenomenal“

“wonderful selections, great service and value meals“

“Ordered from there twice and have not been disappointed. My wife loves their Mole sauce“

“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.“

“Best Mexican food you’ll love this place great service and super clean environment“

“My favorite place to get tacos! Love the salsa 😋“

“Mr. Cesar’s Mexican Grill is our new favorite! Their menu is huge, portions are generous, the food is authentic, the atmosphere is friendly and bright! Eat in, carry out, delivery! Such a delight to have this great Mexican restaurant right here in Elgin!“

“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!“

“The food was great and staff was very nice“

“my favorite local spot:) every dish is reliable and good every time , and the best thing truly is the prices , you can’t go anywhere else around here and get the same atmosphere or quality for the price of a good meal here . the cashier juan is always so kind and positive , i look forward to stopping by here :) horchata is delicious btw“

“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…“

“los mejores prados market“

“fast friendly service outstanding food highly recommend everyone come here.“

“Su comida es muy rica y ek lugar es muy limpio y muy atentos con sus clientes!!“

“🥰Wonderful food, fresh and exciting!“

“Love the chicken burrito 🌯“

“Amazing food, friendly staff, and authentic through and through. Definitely our go to Mexican restaurant!“

“We celebrated a birthday on 2/28/26 with 19 people and cannot say enough about how amazing the entire staff was and in particular “Eda” the most amazing server EVER! Thank you for an unforgettable evening!“

“I call ahead and pick up a bag of tacos omw home for easy dinner on tuesdays. Always so good!“

“The best Mexican restaurant in McHenry County. The food and service is always excellent.“

“Buen sabor en los alimentos“

“The customer service is always on point. I never had a bad experience I've been coming here for years a little pricey but worth it. The horchata could be better it's always watered down not a fan of their rice either. The meat is always fresh and trimmed I never get pieces of fat. The taco salad is phenomenal.“

“Great lunch menu, delicious. Great service.“

“Some of the best made-from-scratch Mexican food in the area! Highly recommended.“

“Excellent [Original] Excellent“

“Owner is super nice, came by and offered me a free taco from his food truck. Went ahead and gave it a try. Show some love if you ever see him around!“

“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 ❤️“

“Every time we go to El Burrito, everything is so good. The staff is always so nice and friendly.“

“The best tacos in Woodstock“

“We had a wide range of food, tacos, quesadillas and quesabirria. Everything was so good, full of flavor. They had a variety of salsas, soooo good! Their staff was friendly and we got our food pretty quick.“

“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“

“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 :)“

“We stopped at La Trinidad today and had another great experience. I had the huaraches with chorizo, and my husband ordered the chile relleno. Both were delicious. The service is consistently wonderful, and the staff is always friendly and attentive.
It’s a great place to stop for lunch or dinner, and we always enjoy coming here.“

“Hola 🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼
If you're looking for a little slice of Mexico right here, La Mexicana Buena Vista is the place to be! 🌮✨

From the moment you step in, the warm and inviting atmosphere makes you feel like you’re home. We ordered a feast fit for champions: starting with the taco dinner featuring mouthwatering steak cabeza and al pastor that danced in our mouths with every bite—simply divine! Each taco was packed with flavor, and the toppings were fresh, making our taste buds sing! 🎶

Next up was the steak a la mexicana dinner, which came generously served with rice, beans, and a refreshing salad. The steak was cooked to perfection, bursting with flavor and paired perfectly with silky avocado slices. It's like a fiesta on a plate!

Oh, and let’s not forget the steak torta! This beauty was a gooey, delicious masterpiece served with rice and beans that felt like a warm hug on a plate. And the agua fresca? The horchata was a creamy treat that perfectly quenched our thirst alongside the tartness of the Jamaica.

The service here deserves a shoutout as well! The cooks were as polite as they were skilled, and the staff taking our orders were genuinely friendly. It’s clear they love what they do, which indeed adds to the whole experience.

In short, La Mexicana Buena Vista is more than just a restaurant; it's a delightful culinary adventure. Whether you're a taco aficionado or a first-timer, this place will leave you craving more. Highly recommend for anyone looking to satisfy their Mexican food cravings with heartwarming service! 🌮❤️

Can't wait to return and explore more of their delicious menu! You will not regret visiting this gem!“

“very good quality food and a friendly,Kind and caring staff“

“Great service very kind and it feels just like a home cozy small but is amazing. The steak tacos were one of the best tacos I've had in a long time I used to think my moms tacos were the best until I had these. The atmosphere was great there was not that much people but the waiters were really kind and excellent.“

“I don’t know what would have happened if I haven’t order the Shrimp Cocktail (Medium). Just eating it without putting anything on it, had a sweet taste to it, and don’t know if I’ll ever come back to it. But I now have a favorite food there.🤤“

“Taco Tuesday has been the best!! $1.00 and they are so amazing. Will definitely be going to them as my main for Mexican food around McHenry county!! Check them out!“

“We had dinner tonight at the East Dundee location my wife and I shared 4 different tacos and the rotisserie chicken. We loved everything especially the fresh tortillas. Great service We will be back!“

“Awesome menu! They have some amazing Mexican seafood dishes plus all your regular Mexican favorites! Really nice service too. This will be a regular spot for us!“

“OK, I read other reviews and that’s what drew me in. I was a little skeptical when I first walked in. Looked a bit Tex/Mex in a Box to me. I got 2 beef Pro tacos and a drink, with the red sauce on the side. No question about it, I will be back. Food was hot and fresh and very well proportioned. I don’t know what that lady is putting in the red sauce but I used every bit of it and licked the ramekin clean. The food well exceeded my expectations. Fresh! Tasty!“

“So very good!! Were new to elgin. We recently moved from Aurora and we love Latin food As well as a great margarita.. If you love great Latin food and margaritas then you Will LOVE this place!“

“Friendly staff and some of the yummiest food I’ve had! Come try it and I promise, you’ll want to keep coming back.“

“My family, including young children, enjoyed Juanita's. Don't let the inconspicuous facade fool you, the inside is warm and inviting with delicious recipes. I liked the chicken mole so much I complemented the earthly flavor--that unmistakable blend of chocolate, nut, and cinnamon--to our server only to learn it's a family recipe prepared fresh each day. Five stars for food and service, I'd give five stars for atmosphere but I save five stars for Mexican restaurants that put chips and salsa on the table as a welcoming gesture. Lastly, the prices at Juanita's are reasonable for the quality of the food. It a world of bland corporate chains, I'm happy to support genuinely local, family-run businesses.“