50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Whiting

“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!“

“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“

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

“Everything was amazing! The vibe of the restaurant and the delicious food, any selection of meat was seasoned to perfection! I’d definitely make the drive to come again!“

“They make the gyros the way I like it, the fries are good, they give you plenty of food for the price and the staff is excellent.“

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

“Owner made a valid point.
My apologies.
They offered to clean a table for me. They had a pretty full restaurant.
The reviews said the food was really good.
I will have to check it out again next time. I did look in the refrigerator for ingredients in mineral water.
I prefer 100% natural mineral water.
No big deal as it wasn't a requirement.
I hope to check this place out in future.“

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“Amazing food!!! Fresh and crispy lettuce! With really delicious sauces as a bonus!! I personally think it's all about the sauces!!! Great service with friendly people working there!! I would highly recommend it. I will go back there for sure!👊💪“

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

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

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“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“

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

“I really enjoyed my visit to this place! 😊 The variety of food options is impressive, and everything is offered at very reasonable prices, which makes it even better 💸🍽️. It’s the kind of spot where you can easily find something you’ll love without spending too much. The overall experience was great, from the food quality to the value you get. If you happen to be in the area, I definitely recommend stopping by and giving it a try 👍✨. I’m confident you’ll leave satisfied and happy, just like I did 😋“

“I ordered three pastor tacos and a steak burrito for a quick lunch here. The small dining area has a completely relaxed, classic taqueria layout that just feels right.
The pastor meat had a really nice crispy exterior from the spit and the green salsa has an awesome spicy kick to it. The burrito tortilla was perfectly toasted on the grill so it held together well. It is just a really convenient, solid neighborhood counter to get authentic Mexican food on Commercial Ave without any fuss.“

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

“I had a beef burrito and chicken tamales and the food was really flavorful. So good that I came back for extra tamales. Everything tasted fresh and the tamales weren't dry and packed with flavor.

My only complaint is that the food was a bit salty (4.4/5). That's the only reason I'm not giving 5 stars. Other than that, really good food and service!“

“It’s always an amazing experience when I come this establishment. Every time I go I try a new plate my new favorite is their enchiladas I haven’t been anywhere on the east side with enchiladas that taste like that! My kids enjoyed the outside dining and on rainy days like today even though the inside is small it was spacious. Definitely worth visiting this restaurant they have my family as customers for as long as they are open.“

“Amazing food and amazing service... they were busy so it took a little bit... but it was SO worth the wait! Do yourself a favor... get away from the airport/Chicago as fast as you can... drive right by cracker barrel and get breakfast here... food was awesome!!! Prices are great too!!“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“Stopped by this taco truck and everything was so good! Fresh food, great flavor, and fast service. Definitely worth trying if you’re craving good tacos!“

“Cuando entre no pense que me encantaria la comida. Pero es una de las mejores enchiladas de asada que eh comido, que hasta el plato limpie. No caen pesadas a tu estomago . Muy buena comida 🍲 Me encantaron!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I LOVE her beef soup, the broth is amazing. Dine-in, or carry out you're getting authentic Mexican food. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Taco diner with asada and pastor. This restaurant has a wide variety of meat types for tacos and authentic Mexican food. The service on the phone was amazing and pickup was awesome. The inside is very accommodating and they have a bar for drinks.Regarding our food choices, the buffalo wings were the only regret, as they were very salty and over-seasoned.“

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

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

“The rice was amazing! One of the reasons I wanted to come here ASAP! Definitely worth the wait. Pastellilos had cheese in them (never had cheese in them before) and were perfectly crispy. Overall, a great experience. I will definitely be a return customer whenever I'm craving Puerto Rican rice. I already recommended this place to a fellow coworker! The portions were generous and very satisfying. Everything tasted fresh and made with care. The flavors reminded me of authentic home-cooked Puerto Rican food. The staff was friendly and made the ordering process easy. The restaurant was clean and had a welcoming atmosphere. I didn't have to wait too long for my food, which was a nice bonus. I can't wait to come back and try some of the other menu items. This place definitely exceeded my expectations, and I'm glad I gave it a try.“

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

“The food is good. Best Pozole and Menudo on the south side. Place is very small and not well ventilated, and it gets very smoky. I don't know if they need a bigger and better exhaust fan for the smoke or what. But the place can sometimes be hard to breathe in. Bathrooms are cramped, with old stucco walls and a very old, worn-out faucet and sink. Can't be easy to keep clean. The place could use a face-lift. For such a small place the service could be better.“

“I just want say, THANK YOU so much for how I enjoyed my food I just ordered! It was still hot and everything tasted amazing! First time trying Birria Taco Dinner and I will be ordering them again and soon. I came in there before to try your menu, b8t my son being able to decide, caused me to leave and just say I'll come back by myself! lol...I ordered the Burrito El Viejon for him and HE LOVED IT!!! Waiting for my wife to try the Flautas Dinner because that's her favorite! She's from East Chicago, IN and grew up eating them. Just want to say the food was simply delicious!!!“

“I've organize Taco Tuesday & Wednesday for my job....OMG, it was easy pleasy working with the staff at Taqueria Varitas, their professionalism, kindness is an understatement. Both days I ordered more than 30 different tacos and they each were individually wrap and marked, which made it so easy for me to distribute to my team. This place is a gem, the tacos are not very reasonable and not to mention DELICIOUS! Everyone can't stop raving about how good they were. I will certainly be ordering from them again very soon, in fact, it will be monthly. Taqueria Varitas, I've very grateful for you guys and thank you so very much for working with me and being so professional.“

“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!“

“June 7, 2026 nice venue, food presentation was good, but food was terrible. 70 percent of the guests food barely had taken a bite , steak was still alive, chicken was dry. for the amount of money that was spent for such a large crowd, management and chef should be ashamed of themselves“

“���Comida rapida y autentica... Don Memo diestro en la plancha � Prueben la salsa de habanero!“

“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.“

“My family and I have been wanting to try Casa Lupita for a while and we’re so happy we finally did! Everything we ordered was delicious, but the steak nachos were definitely my favorite! I would come back for those alone!

The owner, Lupita and her daughter Silvia were so friendly and welcoming and truly went above and beyond, checking on us several times to make sure we were enjoying everything. They made us feel like guests in their home rather than customers.

Do yourself a favor and check out this hidden gem! Amazing food and even better people. We will definitely be back!“

“Extremadamente delicioso 😋“

“The goat of goat tacos!! I've heard alot of people from the region say you have drive to the east side for authentic goat tacos. Not true!!! Right on Gostlin Street in Hammond is some of the most delicious birria you'll ever eat!! Free parking lot but limited number of tables inside!“

“Been coming here for 20 years this year. Great food, great service and great people who run it. I hope this place stays around forever.“

“Excelente servicio y excelente comida! ¡Este lugar se ha convertido en mi segunda cocina! Mil gracias!“

“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!“

“Was reluctant about going, but I live right down the street and the reviews were good.Im so glad I tried it.I ordered the flour taco,torta and tostada.Everything was fresh and delicious.The price was right and customer service was great.Please help me keep this place open.Its the one good place we have in our neighborhood.Oh and the wait wasn’t bad at all.I meant to take a photo but it’s gone.“

“The food is delicious! Great prices. Great family oriented little spot. I've had a little bit of everything on the menu and the food has been on point each and every time. Opens bright and early so I can pick up breakfast on my way to work 😁“

“service was great waiter's were kind.“

“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“