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 ❤️“

“I live around the block from here and have been a customer since they first opened! Each visit is always a great experience! The staff is super friendly and so sweet. They treat their customers like family. And the food is phenomenal 😋 have never had any issues coming here and will continue to support this small business ❤️“

“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!👊💪“

“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“

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

“🌮 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.“

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

“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!!“

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“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.“

“Un lugar donde la comida es un placer“

“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!“

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

“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!“

“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 😋“

“OMG! Great food and good customer. I need to work on my Spanish but I learned something new today, Pepino con Limon. I just say Agua Fresca. I called my order in and I recommend that others do the same, don't use ubereats to place your order for pickup their prices are higher. Call it in! My food was fresh and hot when I got there. I only ate one of my quesabirrias, it was packed with meat. The beans and rice are average, just add a little bit of sauce for more flavor. Overall, everything was fine!“

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

“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.“

“You wouldn't think these tacos would taste good especially since it's right next to a gas station but you're right... these tacos aren't good they are DELICIOUS!! I ordered steak tacos, chicken tacos, burritos,and rice and beans..the food has lots of flavor too!! The staff is also very nice :)“

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

“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!!!“

“taco was absolutely amazing! The flavors were perfectly balanced, the meat was tender and well-seasoned, and every bite was packed with flavor. The tortilla was fresh and held everything together perfectly. You can really tell care went into making it definitely one of the best tacos I’ve had“

“Chicken Alfredo with a Cajun twist And also thanks to Britt with the awesome customer service“

“My absolute favorite place for ice cream! Great customer service and everyone is always so friendly and welcoming!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Extremadamente delicioso 😋“

“Pork nachos, pastelillos... excellent! Just wish they provided 2 sour creams for a whole plate of nachos or let you know they provide one, would you like to purchase a second one. But enjoyed our food. This is as close you can get to the original Latin Lounge that was in E.C. almost 40 years ago. Great job!“

“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“

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

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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 😁“

“Nice place, great atmosphere and friendly staff.“

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

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

“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“

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

“Does anyone know if there still open im craving some seafood mariscos aguachiles ceviche etc 😫🤰🏻“

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

“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.“

“Trust me and come here! This was our weekly go to spot back when we lived in Hyde Park. Great portion sizes and tasty meat. The burrito dinner is my favorite and comes with the best fries. Today, I tried the tacos and enjoyed them the lake. Great horchata too. It’s family owned and they deserve good business, so bring people and grab food from here before you head over to the lake this summer!“