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.“

“Delicious 100% Authentic Mexican food, freshly prepared. I went with the Zacatecana burger and it did not disappoint at all, I added avocado slices and it enhanced my burger. They are known for their “Quesabirria’s” along with ramen, it was very delicious and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this homey feel restaurant, you will not regret it. Customer service was very nice and fast. Cards are accepted.“

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

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

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

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

“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!👊💪“

“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!“

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“🌮 Absolutely amazing food truck!
They serve some of the most delicious tacos I’ve ever had. I’ve tried every single one, and they never disappoint. The shrimp tacos are my personal favorite — packed with flavor — but the tripe, salmon, and steak tacos are also incredibly tasty.

Their nachos are great as well, loaded and satisfying. And you can’t leave without getting one of their horchata drinks… so refreshing and the perfect complement to the meal.

Highly recommend stopping by if you want quality, flavorful food every time.“

“I really enjoyed my lunch at Birreria Don Luis. They have great Mexican food. Everything was delicious from the Enchiladas, BirriaRamen, Quesadillas and so much more but what I loved the most was the Quesabirria con su Cozumel 😋! The owners and staff are wonderful. A great atmosphere, I recommended everyone to check it out!“

“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!“

“Heard much about this place but was in Hyde Park (as opposed to their Pilsen site) area so made a stop to try assorted tacos.

Their starndard tacos has cilantro, julienned radishes and other garnishes. Their special tacos can pretty much add anything.

Their al pastor had that zesty pineapple with the spiced meat. And their carne asada was tender and had a really great chew on the charred meat.

Really enjoyed them both and also the pan cooked shrimp. It was plump and good bite and seasoned well.

Was not expecting porkbelly to be minced like it was in this taco. Usually, I prefer tender slim strips of crispy porkbelly in my taco. It was still a very well seasoned taco but a bit too overfilled with black beans. Not sure I would order this again.

Overall, very good tacos and the place is very well lit and the ambiance is inviting. Staff was friendly and work hard to accommodate their patrons.“

“This place is truly amazing and left a fantastic impression on me 🤩✨. The food was absolutely perfect - every dish felt carefully prepared and full of flavor 🍽️🔥. The atmosphere was just as great, creating a cozy and enjoyable vibe that made the whole experience even better 🕯️🎶.

What really stood out, though, was the service. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely helpful 😊. They knew the menu inside and out and were happy to give recommendations, which made choosing dishes so much easier 👍. Their professionalism and positive attitude really elevated the visit.

I honestly can’t recommend this place enough 🙌. From the delicious food to the warm atmosphere and top-tier service, everything came together perfectly. It’s the kind of place that leaves you with lasting positive memories and makes you want to come back again and again 💯❤️.“

“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“

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

“I always come here to practice my Spanish and they're so nice and helpful. The food is a delicious reward. I've been going for almost a year and they have always been incredible people with incredible food. I feel incredibly safe and comfortable here.“

“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.“

“Swung by Tacos Nietos for lunch and it was hittin'. Got 2 steak tacos, an al pastor taco, and a horchata. Steak was juicy, pastor had a nice kick, and the tortillas tasted fresh. Spot’s clean, staff was cool, but the wait was a little longer than expected for lunchtime. Still worth it though. Classic South Side taco joint vibe. I’ll be back for the burrito next time.“

“Great authentic food. I’ve never had anything I didn’t enjoy. I especially like eating breakfast here.“

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

“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!“

“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“

“Wonderful service, food was delicious! Menudo was phenomenal, they also give you an option to add pata. The handmade tortillas adds an extra touch, makes it feel like you’re eating in your Grama’s kitchen. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I’ll definitely be coming back.“

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

“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.“

“los mejores tamales en ojas de platano años buscando estos tipos de tamales asta que encontré un lugar que los hacen exactamente como deven de ser se los recomiendo“

“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!“

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

“Nice place, great atmosphere and friendly staff.“

“I ordered the steak torta on my first visit and it was incredible fresh bread, tender steak, and a really balanced flavor all the way through. I went back the next week for the steak tacos, and they were just as impressive. The corn tortillas were cooked perfectly with that light crisp you want, and the steak was seasoned just right.

The red sauce has a good kick, so if you’re sensitive to heat you’ll feel it, but the flavor makes it totally worth it. Service was quick, prices were fair, and the food has been consistently excellent. I’ll definitely be going back to try more of the menu.“

“I recently ordered pork & steak tacos for a party of 20, with rice beans and all the dressings ( onions, cilantro, tomatoe, lettuce) the family & friends raved & raved how delicious authentic Mexican food was! I've known Elios family ( my extended family) for years, they are the best tacos in NWI???“

“Oh boy! It has been a while since I’ve had a good burger! I am sure glad I ordered it on my cheat day. Durango style burger! So good!

- Frijoles and sopa de arroz were so good. My kids had some leftover from their order and it turned into an argument the next day over who would eat it. Both of them wanted it!
-Torta de asada was also very good according to my son.
-tacos de asada were also a hit.
- I also had a taco de chile relleno and it was delish! I know how hard they are to mKe so I hardy make them at home, well I am glad I got to eat one at Castillos’s.

They also have guizos estilo Durango. They are very good!

There is a small seating area, most of the people get the food to go, but we came from very far and were not about to wait to eat until we got home.
- I tasted their salsa roja with my taco and it was so good, with a nice spiciness level!
-I first tasted their food from a Quinceañera. Portions were plentiful so we had to come to their restaurant to try it again!
We will definitely do the catering for my kids Quince.“

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

“emilio’s restaurant thier staff is very friendly food is good and whole family and karaoke in thursday night is for whole family and dj is awsome and friendly i recommend this restaurant for parties weddings or just come out to have some karaoke or have a romantic dinner for two I give this place five stars“

“Amazing food! Biggest burritos I have ever seen!“

“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!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Once again, a great meal!! Some of the best Mexican food in the region!!“

“Just judging off the tacos, this place is great! The food was really good and filling and the family running the place were super friendly and accomodating. The place itself also has really good vibes and great for hanging out with friends.“

“I love supporting family owned businesses. Love that this is an option in the area late nights as there’s not many food options nearby. The chicken quesadilla is my favorite and I love how juicy it is!

Vegetarian options: You can ask them to modify your order to vegetarian-based.“

“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.“

“Excellent food and much more reasonable prices than surrounding Mexican restaurants. Very pleasant service staff and always smiling.“

“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.“

“This has always been one of my favorite taco spots. They serve some of the most flavorful tacos and burritos I’ve ever had.

Upgrading to a dinner meal is only a dollar more and includes rice and beans, which is a great deal. Prices are very reasonable, especially for today, averaging around $13 per meal, and the portion sizes are very generous. The staff is friendly and attentive, which makes the experience even better.

Parking can be a bit challenging. There are about four spots in the front and six in the back, so it may take a few minutes during busy takeout times. Since the food is cooked in the dining area, you will likely leave smelling like grilled steak, so I would avoid wearing clothes that need dry cleaning.

I definitely recommend this place.“

“The food was amazing, service was wonderful, and the place was very clean. I will definitely be back!“