A great authentic cantina with great service. They do not…read moreserve a margarita so you know they are the real deal. They serve two items to eat a beef and potato and a pork and beans both delicious and served with a cup of peppers, carrots and onions. Juke box is hopping with tejano and more. very casual and well lit lot.

Nena's was warm and welcoming. We went fairly late in the evening but the bartender was still happy…read moreto go in the back and whip us up a few tacos. They were really good and I enjoyed the pickled carrots, jalapeños and onion they served along with them. The interior was clean, bright, with a bar area, pool table, electronic games, and a pool table.

Stopped in with my wife and we had some crazy good food here. Had 2 taco dinners and a quesadilla…read more It's a lot of food!!! It's very good and the salsa they give you in the squeeze bottles is terrific. Waitress was nice and we each had 2 large margaritas, after the 1st one we thought they were a little light on the booze, but after 2, we were FTD!!!! Will definitely go back but have 1 margarita and a few beers instead. My new favorite place.

This place is ridiculously good. Service was fantastic, we sat at the bar, the ladies behind the…read morecounter were very attentive, so nice. Everything is prepared fresh, from margaritas to food, off the charts great. We will be going back.

Came to Vela's for a pre-Glow Christmas lights dinner, and we had such a great experience! I'm…read moresurprised there aren't more reviews, as they've been here for quite a few years. The bartender/server (wish I had caught his name!) was incredibly sweet and made us feel right at home. We started with their jalapeno poppers, and they did not disappoint. We couldn't decide which kind to get, so he brought us a half-and-half order. Both were tasty, but the chorizo version was the clear favorite! The tortillas here are super fresh and delicious. We tried a little of everything: my husband had the burrito, I had the posole, quesadilla, and a taco, and everything was great. The al pastor here was more of a stewed/shredded pork which a little different from what I'm used to. I'm still looking for a place in the area that has al pastor from a spit, so holler if you have any recs! And don't miss their margaritas - they come in sizes up to 64 oz! Perfect for sharing (or not!). Definitely recommend for a laid-back, delicious meal!

Stopped in after a baseball game. The nicest people work here and the live music is awesome (this…read morelady has PIPES)! Ask for the spicy salsa. It's amazing! Food is delicious and tastes authentic. Definitely an awesome find!

Went to oasis with a group of 6. We called ahead for a table and glad we did ! it was crowded when…read morewe got there but Table was ready as soon as we got there , Hostess was friendly and sat us immediately. Service was great ! greeted us with complimentary chips and homemade salsa (very good) we all Started off with some Margaritas (on the rocks) they were good. Dinner was excellent as well . Steak taco dinners with rice and beans. (Excellent) they had music that night and the atmosphere was very lively . If you have a special occasion they come Out and sing to you and blow off confetti . I will definitely be going back .

Food: I love the food special for Tuesday. They have $2 tacos if you order a cocktail ($15). The…read moretacos were delicious and packed with onion and cilantro. I sadly didn't take a picture since my bf ate them so fast! I did order the Birria ramen which was warm and comforting. I found the broth to be flavorful and the noodles not too mushy or crunchy. The meat portions were generous too. 5/5 Service: Service was okay! It seemed like there was one bartender and one server that night. There were times where I wanted another drink but the bartender wasn't around since she was restocking. I believe having a bar back would have helped with overall service. When she was serving us, she was very nice though. 4/5 Ambiance: the restaurant was still decorated from the Christmas time but it was cute! They have a very instagram-pic ready environment! They were playing quiet dancing music and they do have televisions for viewing pleasure. 5/5

Friends! You have to stop in and have a meal at this very nice spot!…read more It has been in Mokena, IL for 2 years. We went early afternoon on a weekday, so there was no wait, and the place was almost empty. The water came in an adorable carafe, with 6 oz "shot glasses". I found it to be so cute! And it was just enough water for sipping. It was iced cold. I believe we were just thirst and drank it all, lol. Free to the table- House Chips and Salsa. Simple and straight to the point. Ok, to the good stuff! Starters/App: We ordered a "Salsa Flight". It is just what it sounds like, a flight of assorted salsas. There were 6. Great for sharing, not big portions. It ranged from sweet, smokey, fruity, savory, to spicy baby! Of course it came with tortilla chips. So, so good! We also ordered Birria Egg Rolls. Friends!!! Delightfully yummers! Crisp on the outside, cheesy and meaty inside. The cooks were creating magical bites for me this day. lol Very good bites. I ordered a Pina-Colada Margarita. This sip was DELICIOUSNESS. Omg! Like....fresh, and powerful, yet well balanced. TASTY SIPS FRIENDS! I ordered what was like a Taco/loaded steak potato with all the trimmings (cheese, steak pico, sour cream). That is what came on it. There were other option of meats. Because I was so focused, I don't even recall what my date ate. HA! But I will say that my potato was not the best. It was over and under cooked. You are probably wondering like "HOW IS THAT"? Well, the potato was not cooked all the way through(hard pieces), but it was burnt at the bottom of the potato (images to come). That was disappointing. The starters/apps were so tasty, I ended up not finishing the potato, but I was saddened that they served the potato knowing the shape it was in. The meat and cheese and such couldn't even hide it once you moved the toppings to the side. Now, don't let my unhappy potato stop you from checking this place out. I am looking forward to bring my family back, and a few friends. If off sips and chips alone, its a place to get familiar with. Finally had a chance, and I will return. As always, you don't have to take my word for it, go get you some!

Meh. Average suburban Mexican food…read more My mom had an appointment in the area so we stopped in for a quick bite, mostly to kill time. This restaurant was close, so it fit the bill. It was a weekday afternoon, so there weren't many patrons dining in when we arrived. The host greeted us warmly and chose a seat near the front window. I believe our waitress was also the bartender. She was friendly and attentive. I had the chicken tinga and steak tacos. My mom just had a single ground beef taco. The tacos were okay. The food was decent, but I can't say that it was memorable or something I'd want to eat again. It definitely wasn't authentic or anything close to what you'd be served in Mexico, Pilsen, or Back of the Yards. The restaurant was clean and cozy though. The service was also excellent, so that was a plus. Maybe stop in for a drink or the chips and guac instead of the food. The bill was about $32 plus tip ($10).

Food tasted great and our group of golfers felt satisfied with the tasty servings and wonderful…read moreservice. The food came out quick and the restaurant felt homey. We all agreed that when we play in the area, we would come back to this place for an after game meal and drinks.

First time here, we were all happy with are food. Everything was so good. I got the birria tacos,…read moremy son got the flauta dinner. My husband and stepdad loved their plates as well. The only downside was the service and the drinks. Got the rainbow margarita and didn't really taste like anything. My husband got the mango mojito and said it was just ok.

This new owner as of about a year ago. The food was super flavorful. I had green chilaquiles with…read morerice & beans. The chilaquiles were not too spicy but I'm used to super spicy so it may be spicy for some. The chips were fresh and you can hear everyone around crunching their chips! That's always a good sign of fresh chips. The tamarindo drink was fresh and tasty. The ambience is comfy. I personally like the juke box on the wall. You just have to download the app & pay as you choose songs. Love and miss that from restaurants back in the day. The wait staff are fenomenal!! They were super accommodating. When the hostess knew I was about to play songs she asked what volume I wanted the music. Nice touch! Some were watching the FIFA match so I didn't want to drown the game out. Before I forget, the meat was soo good, moist and had amazing flavor. I don't know why there were negative reviews from months ago. All tables are far away from eachother that you can barely hear any convos. Great place to have a great meal and convo with friends.

My wife and I have been frequent diners since this restaurant opened. We have always had the best…read moreservice and the food has always been amazing. My wife is a creature of habit. She always gets the carne asada with rice. I have worked my way through the menu and everything has been wonderful. A major reason we return as often as we do, is the service: Positive, friendly, and accommodating. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great meal and great service.

Me and my girlfriend came here on a Tuesday evening. It was fantastic. Our waiter Kyle was spot on…read morewith descriptions of the items on the menu. We had a great time. It is certainly a place to go for a special occasion and it just happened to be my birthday. Kyle made it very special for us. Thank you, Kyle.

Holy Cow.... Or should I say Holy Bison. What a fantastic meal. Pricey, but worth every cent…read more Perhaps the best meal I have ever had. Our waiter, Kyle, was amazing as well.