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Diners' Choice: Mexican restaurants in Chicago / Illinois

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Mexican cuisine in Chicago / Illinois? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

A photo of Zentli restaurant
4.9
4.9 (66)
$30 and under
Mexican
Evanston
About the restaurant
Hear the joyful music of Mexico with a mix of Latin American and world rhythms, enjoy the colorful art, and taste delicious tacos in a warm community space.

Zentli (indigenous Nahuatl Language for "corn" or "maize"), is a casual restaurant that serves the best locally sourced Mexican street food in Evanston, Illinois. With fresh, natural ingredients and vegan & vegetarian options in eclectic, artistic digs, we’re your new local favorite.

We built Zentli to honor the ingenuity and hard work of Mexican people by bringing you the genuine flavors of street vendors through tasty food and mouth-watering drinks.

Top review
Michelle McCarthy
Dined 3 days ago
The food is unique and delicious, the service is attentive, and the art is very cool
A photo of La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant - North Lawndale restaurant
4.9
4.9 (10)
$30 and under
Mexican
North Lawndale
About the restaurant
An award-winning, Mexican café serving up a Guadalajara-inspired, extensive menu
Top review
MIRIAM
Dined on 3 Nov 2024
Parking is easy to find, with spots available on the major street and surrounding side streets, so you won’t have to worry much about that. We made a reservation via Table, which helped us get seated quickly—though it’s worth noting that most reservations seemed to be for larger parties, so we had a bit of an advantage as a smaller group. The service was prompt, and they took our order right away. We already knew what we wanted: I went with the green chilaquiles, my husband had the red, and my daughter opted for pancakes. Everything was delicious! A highlight was the Café de Olla—when we ordered the large, we were pleasantly surprised by the huge mug they brought out! It was so enjoyable. The atmosphere is also worth mentioning. The art and vibrant colors give the space a lively, welcoming feel. It’s a great spot whether you're with family or friends, perfect for a relaxed meal or catching up. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be coming back!
A photo of Mama Maria's Taco and Tequila Bar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (194)
$30 and under
Mexican
Orland Park
About the restaurant
Mama Maria's Taco and Tequila Bar is a festive Mexican restaurant in Orland Park. The dining room is sleek and modern, with an oversized wooden bar, trendy lighting, comfortable seating, big screen TVs and charming accent pieces. Mama Maria’s Taco and Tequila Bar has a relaxed and inviting atmosphere that is created through the tasty aroma and intimate design of the dining room.

The menu that is offered at Mama Maria’s Taco and Tequila Bar is referred to as “Mexican street food – fresh to your table.” The menu consists of traditional Mexican favorites, which include taquitos, guacamole, sizzling fajita platters, an assortment of tacos, enchiladas and burritos with a modern twist.

Top review
Keri
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
Portions are enough to take some home. Steak fijatas so tender and flavorful with all the veggies. Burrito dinner is enough for 2.
A photo of La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant - Little Village restaurant
4.8
4.8 (93)
$30 and under
Mexican
Cicero
About the restaurant
A Mexican coffee house-restaurant located in the Mexican Capital of the Midwest, Little Village, offers a variety of different, non-traditional coffee and ice cream flavors. We also have an extensive menu of European inspired Mexican dishes that include options like paninis, salads and all-day breakfast. La Catedral, is a name inspired by the cathedral in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, which is also reflected in the establishment's logo.
Top review
Alejandra
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
Great place but need to be a little more organized when it comes to seating arrangements to many people showing up at the same time with reservations then you still have to wait for a table.
A photo of Kie-Gol-Lanee - Uptown restaurant
4.8
4.8 (200)
$30 and under
Mexican
Uptown
About the restaurant
Opened in 2016, this Uptown Mexican eatery continues to gather accolades, including a spot on The New York Times' recommendations "36 hours in Chicago" and four straight years of being a MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand restaurant right up to the present.

An immersive experience of Oaxacan cuisine featuring layudas (a.k.a. Mexican pizza), tamales oaxaqueños, enchiladas de mole, cornish hen and tacos de birria just to name a few. Their selection of margaritas made with homemade agua frescas with no artificial syrups and mimosas on the weekends is a must! Diners know to leave room too for the Oaxacan nicuatole (a flavored flan) and tres leches cake.

Kie-Gol-Lanee comes from the Zapotec dialect meaning "Piedra Antigua" (old stone). Its Spanish version "Quiegolani" is the name of a small village in Oaxaca, Mexico, where the owners and siblings are from. Maria and Reynel Mendoza run this operation with their spouses, Leo and Sandra, whose mission is to preserve their family’s original recipes.

Top review
Willow
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food and drinks! We will for sure be going back.
A photo of No Manches Mexican Grill - Vernon Hills restaurant
4.8
4.8 (65)
$31 to $50
Mexican
Vernon Hills
About the restaurant
No Manches Mexican Grill is a modern Mexican concept that brings Dia de los Muertos culture to life, with vibrant murals, traditional Mexican cuisines, innovative handcrafted cocktails, and a great ambiance. Whether you get the Tocho Morocho Parillada for the whole family, or sip on our signature margarita 'LA COLORADA', we will make sure to satisfy your taste buds each and every time!!! See you soon!!!
Top review
Daniel
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Me and my friend we always have a good experience here at no manches!! I ordered the red enchiladas with carne asada and 2 strawberry margaritas and they were really good!! Hope to come back very soon!!
A photo of Cafe Con Leche restaurant
5.0
5 (323)
$30 and under
Mexican
Logan Square
About the restaurant
Café Con Leche opened its doors in 2001 on Milwaukee Avenue in the heart of Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood. It’s become a popular restaurant for dinner, lunch, and breakfast in Logan Square.

Since then, Café Con Leche has been serving both Mexican breakfast favorites and Latin dinner classics, paired with delectable desserts and coffees. From fresh salsas with a perfect balance of spices, to delicious slow-roasted pork and savory meats, there’s something delectable for everyone.

Top review
Amane
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
The food was amazing and the service was so friendly. Definitely recommended!
A photo of Leña Brava restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1000)
$31 to $50
Mexican
West Loop
About the restaurant
Located in Chicago's West Loop, Leña Brava is a culinary gem celebrating the dynamic flavors of Baja California Norte. Our kitchen, devoted to the art of live-fire cooking, breathes life into dishes that embody the essence of Mexican culinary traditions and the diverse tastes of Baja. Influenced by a fusion of Mexican, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines, our menu transcends conventional boundaries, offering an array of vibrant ceviche, tantalizing agua chiles, succulent flame-kissed Pacifico seabass, and hearty steaks.

Under the skilled guidance of Chef Brian Enyart, with over two decades of innovation in Mexican cuisine, we showcase seasonal ingredients, capturing the essence of Mexico and Baja Norte's culinary landscape. Complemented by our open-plan kitchen and curated beverage program, spotlighting an immense mezcal collection and an array of Baja, New and Old World wines, Leña Brava invites guests on a culinary journey, where Mexican tradition harmonizes with innovation.

Top review
RachelVIP
Dined 7 days ago
Great staff. Our waitress went above and beyond to make our dinner fun
A photo of Mirra restaurant
4.7
4.7 (116)
$31 to $50
Mexican
Bucktown / Wicker Park
About the restaurant
Mirra is centered around the excitement of exploring the South Asian and Mexican culinary and collaboration that is really an unknown story up north.

A la carte service, wine-focused with a small curated cocktail menu. Our chef's counter will offer a casual prix fixe experience for guests to enjoy. Mirra is a space that is warm, cozy, and comforting, whilst simultaneously executing a bold and vibrant food and beverage program. Mirra is a unique representation of how 2 different cultures can be 1 presented to you by Rishi Kumar, Zubair Mohajir, and David Mor.

Top review
JVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful experience, excellent food and service Highly recommended!
A photo of Tzuco restaurant
4.7
4.7 (832)
$30 and under
Mexican
River North (Chicago)
About the restaurant
Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.

Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.

Top review
PratikVIP
Dined 2 days ago
It was a good experience. Overpriced for what it is, but good
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