Brasas

4.1 (168 reviews)

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Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Phil S.

01/10/20 - Late Saturday night I was craving a fish taco. I was on Yelp and found Brasas @ 6011 W Roosevelt in Berwyn had what I was looking for. The restaurant is very small. I ordered a fish taco dinner w/beans & rice. The fish tacos came cabbage, avocado, cilantro, tomatoes all on 2 corn tortillas. The fish tacos had fresh cut crispy cabbage that gave the taco a nice crunch. I added a red salsa on top and a excellent wala a perfect taco (I will be back for more fish tacos)

Chris C.

Absolutely one of the best sandwiches that we've ever had. Ranks right up there in the top 3 for sure! My brother has been telling us about Brasas for a couple of years and this time we finally stopped. Now we can't wait to go back! One of the best things Chicago is there are these little hole in the wall places that have excellent food. This place reminds us of the Depot. Another little hole in the wall on Roosevelt but the chef came from the 95th. My brother said the tortas are the thing to get here. Although he also said breakfast is pretty good. So tortas it was. Two of us ordered the chicken Milanese and one carne asada. When these are served it looks like a mini loaf of french bread. They are huge. The bread one of the most important components to any sandwich was soft and pillowy. The milanese was crispy and not overdone. The carne asada was juicy and flavorful. The tortas come with lettuce and tomato. I finished mine first and started eyeing my wife who gave me the touch mine and sleep on the couch for the next month look. I could have and wanted to eat more but then again there is always next time. And maybe breakfast too. These tortas were outstanding!

Stephanie D.

New to the Berwyn area and wanted to try out the lock restaurants. Brasas yelp reviews are great and I had to try out their food myself. I ordered the 3 taco dinner with beans and rice. 2 steak and 1 pork with everything. I also ordered a side of chips and salsa. The meal was delicious. I enjoyed my tacos and was happy that their meat was seasoned and tender. Rice and beans were good and basic. The chips are fresh. The only thing I dislike is there salsa for the chips. The salsa was not Pico de gallo. I recommend and will be returning to try something new. SN: They were only accepting call in orders and pick ups as of 06/05/2020

Jeff S.

This place is legit the best Mexican food in the area. Everything is incredibly fresh tasting and delicious. Never had a bad meal here. I recommend the shrimp fajita burrito. Bomb chronic.

Rosa J.

Rosa J. relies on CTA to get around the city, so she pays attention to detail on places she passes by frequently using her staple routes: #85 (Central) or #91 (Austin). "Brasas" is near the southwest corner of Austin and Roosevelt (the Cicero side). It's principally a take-out joint, with four (4) small tables. Our Mexican neighbors had a fun party last night, and this morning I overheard their conversation about "desayunos." Hubby and I thought about heading down south side to Little Village to get some carne en su jugo, but we were afraid that the restaurants would be super busy, filled with the after-church crowd. There was no wait time at "Brasas," and they really have an excellent fish taco. If you're one of these people who are looking for a mega large-portioned Mexican feast, you won't get it here yet you will leave the restaurant comfortably full and satisfied. I'm definitely coming back for more of these fish tacos. It appears to be family-owned, and they treated us kindly the entire time. There are too many hole-in-the-wall (or at least semi hole-in-the-wall) Mexican places in the neighborhoods of Chicago or in the suburbs. Whenever I take CTA #91 southbound, I'm taking Brasas' tacos de pescado home!

Matthew G.

I was with my daughter for the day, and it was lunch time. I pulled up Yelp to look for Mexican food nearby and Brasas came up. If you were driving about in Chicagoland you could miss this tiny place, but you'll never forget the hospitality or the food. EVERYTHING is fresh and cooked to order. Our hostess took our order and a few others as well as phone orders while we were there. There are only a few small tables, so we decided to eat there. China plates, WOW. My daughter ordered up her taco fav and I ordered up a chicken burrito. We've eaten elsewhere, but I have to say that fresh and to order makes a great difference. She brought red and green chili sauce bottles to our table and asked if there was anything else that we would need. We were impressed by the meal and service. My daughter said she's probably going to do some take home from there as it's close to where she works. OH the price was great as well as the meal. If you're in Berwyn, or nearby here's another great place to go.

Rozalynn B.

I really wanted to wait to review this place because I'd heard the service was curt & not so pleasant. So I wanted to visit a few times, butttttt I decided to give them a pass because my visit was nice. I was greeted with smiles. I ordered 3 steak tacos w/everything which is cilantro/onions/lettuce/tomatoes. I got it to go, but smashed it in the car. The food was fresh. The meat was grade A. I've found a new taco joint that's not far from my home. Yayyyyyyy Now if I go back & the attitudes suck, y'all know I'll update the review!

Max S.

Wow. Just...WOW. Ordered their Torta Steak Milanesa on the way back to the burbs. That was the longest drive ever since I had to wait for my order. So, in other words, it was nice and hot and the smell in the car made my mouth water. Needless to stay, I didn't even take my coat off and went straight to the kitchen for a plate. Wrapped in foil, shaped like half a deflated football, it was heavy. Upon opening, I could see the steak hanging out of the bread, all around. First bite was magnificent, with the crunch of the well-seasoned breading. Steak was tasty and the bread to meat ratio was spot on! The bollilo roll was toasted with butter just righ, but still soft. The creamy avocado was a nice contrast to the crunch. This place is small but mighty with what they're serving! Make an effort and find this place because you deserve amazing eats!

Carlton J.

Fairly priced food. With a unique menu. Everything was made perfectly. Bacon made just right. Definitly will visit this spot again. Even though staff was short food still was served at a prompt time.

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Kathy W.

11 years ago

Wow finally-where have you been. Turns out you are right down the street from me. I have been trying to find a good taco joint and you are it! I had awesome Carne Asada and chicken tacos and they were so fresh. They cooked them right in front of me. Keep em fresh cause that's what makes this place so good. read more

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Xiclali C.

7 years ago

The rice taste pretty good & horchata is great but when you order your food at the register there's like a dozen flies, which is pretty gross and nobody that works there is professional, it's all fun and games, very childish. I'll return because the food is good but costumer service sucks. read more

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Bianca H.

9 years ago

Love this place! Love their steak or pastor tacos! My husband loves the burgers they are so good..i have to take a few bites Lol! The owner/cook takes great pride in his food. Awesome job! Hope they can grow to a bigger spot soon. read more

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Joseph R.

9 years ago

Great taco place. Burrito place or just Mexican place in general. It's more set up for buy and fly. Not much sitting area. But the food is great either way. Sauce is nice with a kick. Steak well seasoned and cut up for bite size bites!! A plus. read more

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Michelle R.

9 years ago

Omg, I love their food! Delicious chorizo tacos and I definitely love their chicken burrito. My family and I love getting food from here. Decent prices, authentic Mexican food. It's pretty small inside, but we never eat there anyway, we always take it to go. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants! read more

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Destynee W.

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9 years ago

Awesome food! My husband loves the Mexican Cheeseburger on their menu. It never disappoints! I enjoy their steak tacos and rice is so delicious. The steak is nicely seasoned and tender! The rice is moist and flavorful! I have to try something else but I can't because the tacos are so good! read more

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Chris S.

10 years ago

The steak tacos I eat were very dry, and tasteless. The place needs to be re- decorated. The Salsa was water down, and it had no flavor. read more

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Erick C.

11 years ago

Truly happy I found this place!!!! The steak and tilapia tacos are amazing. The menu has a little bit of everything! The staff is really friendly!!! We come by every weekend read more

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Upmost T.

10 years ago

The best burgers around and mexican food is great as well i will recommend this place to all peoples yadig!!!!

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Deja E.

10 years ago

This cozy little restaurant is packed with flavor!!! Everything I've had here has been AMAZING! I live on the south side and I make the commute on that wicked 290 just to eat here! read more

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Gail J.

9 years ago

Can't get enough of these tacos. Chicken beef or fish...excellent, delicious, fresh, authentic!! My new fave!! Will be yours too On street parking is limited, park and walk. It's well worth it. Open 10-10 except Sunday /closes earlier. Very small space; very good tacos read more

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Katie C.

11 years ago

Their pork tacos were amazing. What is in that marinade!!? I also had their chile rellenos and was very impressed for a gringa!

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Lucy R.

10 years ago

Love this little joint! So happy to have discovered it! My faves are... Chicken Tacos Tex me burger Tilapia tacos And today i am trying the torta de milanesa dinner! read more

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Robbie W.

11 years ago

Two words, PASTOR TACO! Great, moist, flavorful and plentiful! We are suburbanites and wanted a great taco without driving to the city. This is the place. It's tiny inside, only 3 tables for dine in, but it's clean and cozy. Pico and chips were fresh and tasty. Steak tacos were great too, but the pastor is amazing! read more

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John S.

10 years ago

Very tasty Mexican food. Had a streak torta, and fish taco. Everything was fresh as green sauce tasty. Small place pretty much dine out if it's busy. read more

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Ryan T.

10 years ago

Great burritos and tacos. Especially love the pastor burrito. Friendly and quick service. Love this place.

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George W.

9 years ago

Negatives: It's small and crowded with only four tables. Parking and traffic are issues. The staff is not particularly warm to Mexicans or non-Mexicans. Positives: The food is fabulous! Veggies are fresh and meats are wonderfully marinated and grilled. Prices and portions are both good. Conclusion: I love it. It's my go-to place when I am in Oak Park. Use your head for traffic/parking, look past the blank responses of staff, and take out some delicious and authentic Mexican food. Other: Strictly speaking I believe the restaurant is in Berwyn, but a few feet from Cicero (Austin Blvd.) and across the street from Oak Park. read more

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G L.

10 years ago

Really good food (everything is tasty), nice folks and great, quick service, tiny place. Call ahead.

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Anthony S.

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10 years ago

Talk about hole in the Wall, This Place is Off the Chain Straight up Authentic GOOD Mexican Food! Super small Spot can barely fit 8 people so Make sure you get it to go. That's What I do. read more

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Alex M.

9 years ago

I like this restaurant. The problem is the price. $3.00 tacos WTF!!! You could buy ur own ingredients for 3 dollars and make more then 1 small taco. $10.00 chicken taco salad WTF!! read more

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Jul B.

11 years ago

Tiny little place with great food and food service. We've only ordered take out haven't dined in yet. Love the al pastor and the carne asada tacos. The tortas are HUGE, I had part for dinner one night and a portion for lunch the next day and I still had some left over. The prices are really reasonable. Great place for a quick meal we've been back every week for the past month. read more

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Leslie L.

8 years ago

While working, I wanted to get something quick to eat. Found this place on yelp, came order three steak tacos with fries, order was ready in less than 5 minutes and OMG by far the best steak taco I have ever had. These fries are seasoned to perfection and has that right crunch. read more

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Berardino B.

8 years ago

Great food and very friendly staff. They even made us a Mexican dessert to taste after we found out that sopaipilla is a Tex Mex thing :)) will definitely return the next I'm in the area. read more

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Don M.

8 years ago

Super nice staff. Mexican cheese burger is unique and delicious. fish tacos are good as are the steak tacos. the place is small and it gets packed easily. I strongly suggest calling ahead because it gets busy in peak times. i wish this place the best and hope they never lose their appreciation for their customers or high quality food. read more

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Lizzie S.

8 years ago

Honestly, me and my family just wanted a quick place to eat while we are on our road trip and we stumbled upon this wonderful little take out place. Don't get discouraged by its small and tight space! This is where I ate one of the best Mexican foods I ever had. Also, they gave a very big portion with a very reasonable price. The employees are also super friendly. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Elizabeth S.

10 years ago

Love it ! This place is delicious & super cheap ! I had a Mexican burger that I couldn't even finish of how big it was ! I will be definitely going back ! The place is clean and the employees are super nice ! read more

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NaturallyQui ..

10 years ago

Steak tacos are so good! Will continue to go back for sure!!! This is one of my favorite places in that area to get Mexican food. Have not been disappointed! read more

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Tricia M.

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10 years ago

I've been going to Brasas for about a year now, so figure I am due to give a rating. They are my go to Mexican spot in the neighborhood. Never a let down. I am usually totally skeptical of chicken tacos as most Mexican places serve them rather blandly, however Brasas has THE BEST chicken tacos I've ever had! They are very moist, seasoned like al pastor. Everything I've tried there is good. The beans could use a little work though... on the runny side. Other than the beans, the main course staples always work. Bad ass burgers too! read more

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Flaca C.

11 years ago

Had the Mexican burger and a Chicken sope. I enjoyed both, the burger was cooked just right with grilled jalapeños and onions!! The sope had the perfect amount of beans, meat, and queso. Will def be back! read more

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Steph H.

10 years ago

It's a tiny place, mostly made for takeout so there's that....but the fish tacos and fries were super delicious!!

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Eric B.

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8 years ago

Overall good food. I recommend to take your food to go because the actually restaurant is as big as my bedroom, lbs. burrito was super delicious. I would NOT recommend the beans. They are watery as fewk. Other than that good Mexican food read more

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Hector V.

9 years ago

Great tasting carne asada tacos. If you are looking for really good to go tacos, this is a great spot. Dinning in would be a challenge since they only have three small tables. 5 Star for a small to go place to get food on the go. read more

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Sonia C.

8 years ago

This restaurant is really small. They have really good food and very generous portions. This is a pick up and go place. Not enough room to enjoy your meal. During the summer, it gets very uncomfortable to be in there. While we love their carne asada tacos, tortas, and burritos, they could improve on the wait time. There is a location a few doors to them, that looks like it is the future Brasas, but it has been there for now almost two years. I hope they open soon, and have delivery. read more

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Rachel A.

9 years ago

This place has great food, but "Guadalupe" has no manners. She is very unprofessional, disrespectful and has no customer service skills. She makes you feel like you do not want to ever order from that place again. she refused to give me a total for my order, claiming that she had no time to add it up, this is a really good way of losing clientele. read more

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Alfred C.

9 years ago

Food is fresh and the servings are generous. I had the vegetarian tacos and they were delicious

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Brian S.

10 years ago

I've lived in the Little Village/Pilsen area for almost ten years searching for a reasonably priced, traditional fish taco. This place is soooo good. You get a half of a fish, lots of avocado, among other things, and is the best deal in town. The Tex Mex burger was huge! I'll be doing my part to keep this place open forever. read more

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Larry S.

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9 years ago

Long wait. Small place. Great tasting chicken burrito for an exceptional good price. The fried burrito also looked good. Burrito had a large amount of chicken worn just the right amount of other fillings. Would recommend going during an off lunch supper time. read more

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Emmalee S.

9 years ago

Chilaquiles are amazing! Enough salsa but not soggy and perfectly cooked eggs. I will DEFINITELY be back...soon!

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Seamus S.

10 years ago

I was pretty excited to try this place out based on other reviews and I must say that they were accurate! I had the enchilada dinner and my coworker had the taco dinner. It was outstanding. The only downside is how small the restaurant is. When there is more then 6 people in there it is a little tight. I would highly recommend this place though! read more

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Zaoshang H.

10 years ago

Totally cute taqueria with huge authentically Hispanic burritos! Affordable prices and the old couple and little girl behind the counter are so adorable! Love me the family environs. read more

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6011 W Roosevelt Rd
Cicero, IL 60804
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What time does Brasas open?

Brasas opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Brasas opens at 11:00 AM on Thursday.

What time does Brasas close?

Brasas closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Thursday.

Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PMThu 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Does Brasas take credit cards?

Yes, Brasas takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Brasas have catering options?

Yes, Brasas does have catering options.

Does Brasas have a drive thru?

No, Brasas does not have a drive thru.

Does Brasas have a happy hour?

No, Brasas does not have a happy hour.

Does Brasas serve alcohol?

No, Brasas does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Brasas allow dogs?

Yes, Brasas allows dogs.

Does Brasas have TVs?

Yes, Brasas has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Brasas have bike parking?

Yes, Brasas has bike parking.

Does Brasas have parking?

Yes, Brasas has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Brasas have free WiFi?

No, Brasas does not have free WiFi.

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Dave L: "BRASAS is one of those hole in the wall places you hesitate to write a review for because you don't want the secret getting out. Spectacular Mexican food, but the best part is that after 20 years of searching I finally found a chimichanga that meets my wife's standards. She grew up right on the border and had given up finding one of her favorite comfort food. The chimichanga here is crisp and fluffy, never soggy, and has real steak inside. No fake cheese sauce here either."

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Lavergne's Tavern

The slider appetizer here is to die for. The quality of the slider portions and the flavor is…read moreamazing. I get it without the bacon because I don't eat pork, but it is amazing still. They have Italian beef eggrolls that are one in 1 million. The outer dough is always crispy and the Italian beef inside is always flavorful and tender. It comes with a side of aus ju and you top it off with a little Tabasco and it is a 10 out of 10. The wings here are not the skimpy meatless wings. They are thiiick! The ranch is solid and they don't charge extra for it if you need more. Great for those ranch "drinkers" lol. That's ask have a Mangonaso cocktail that's perfect. My wife is picky when it comes to mixed drinks and it was perfect and she couldn't stop ordering them. This place is great for groups or even a date night. They have trivia at night and other events that are really cool and can be found on their website. It's a nice local old school/new school bar that brings a city vibe to a quiet suburb. They even have an outdoor patio section that is amazing during the summer and fall time. They have crème brûlée that was done perfectly, which is hard to find in the Berwyn area.

We came for brunch for the 1st time. Better flavors overall…read more The avocado toast is confusing. My opinion is there is too much corn. I think if it was charred & maybe a little less lime juice it might be a more satisfying bite. In its current form, i couldn't taste the avocado at all. I knocked off all the corn & tried the avocados that way; they were just ripe & creamy. Bread is great quality. Eggs were perfectly cooked. Husband got the American breakfast. All components were cooked & seasoned well, & i liked the added peppers & spinach to the breakfast potatoes; nice touch. $4.30 up charge for subbing out impossible patty for breakfast meat. Beautiful patio experience. Effective service.

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Firehouse Grill

They used to make a great homemade 1/2 lb burger. Ordered yesterday and I got a frozen patty…read more Something changed in the last few months.

We've been ordering cheesesteaks from this place for the past year and they've been DYNAMITE. I…read morelove the chicken one because I can pretend it's "healthier!" Today, our experience was less than stellar. I always select "no green pepper" because I'm not a big fan of them. This time was no different, but when I opened my box, my sandwich was overflowing with green peppers. When I called to report the error, the girl who answered the phone was clearly annoyed by my call, and told me "my cook says he didn't put green peppers in." I was a bit put off by this, but instead of trying to argue about whether or not there were green peppers in my food, I asked if they could just send me a new sandwich, and was told to go through Grubhub. I assume this is policy, which is fine, but then she hung up on me before I could say anything else. So I go back through the app and reorder, again selecting "no green pepper." I called to confirm that my sandwich would NOT have green pepper, and to say that my call was not well-received would be an understatement. I say I'm just trying to make sure the peppers are not on there this time. She goes "yep, no green pepper," and then hangs up before I can say anything else. We are considering looking for a new cheesesteak place, or finding a recipe to make them at home. See attached photo of a sandwich that the cook declared to be free of green peppers.

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FatDuck Tavern & Grill

I love the burgers here and whenever I'm in the neighborhood I like to grab a one. Tonight I…read moreordered the fried egg burger with the duck fat fries and a chocolate brownie a la mode to go. The passion fruit martini was stronger than I expected it to be. Everything was delicious. My server Jayme was being shadowed and they were both quite pleasant. I sat in the dining area with the low tables and it was fairly quiet, the bar side was louder but not too loud. *I wanted to note that the front entrance is not wheelchair friendly as previously indicated, there is a step. UPDATE: I just tasted the chocolate brownie a la mode and if you prefer a more cake-like brownie, then this is the brownie for you. I on the other hand, prefer the dense gooeyness of a classic brownie.

EmEm and Mattie were amazing . EmEm was our hostess and made us feel at home then Mattie was the…read morebest server. She was attentive, kind and an overall good time! People like EmEm and Mattie make a place memorable I will be back and happily give my money

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Freddy's Pizza

We found this place by accident from a neighbor who grew up in Cicero. This was 40 years ago. We…read moreare planning an outing next week for our Italian Club to introduce them to Freddy's. Can't wait to go. Never been disappointed........

This place takes you out of the normal neighborhood spots and transports you to a slice of Italy…read more The food is fresh and tasty. The service is quick but keeps a great pace. The ambiance is decent for a corner store. It's a great spot to stop in and grab a taste of international cuisine. The have all different imports from sodas to delights from the country.

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Brasas Pancake House

4.4

(86 reviews)

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They make a surprisingly delicious tofu skillet, and really good pancakes. Service was excellent…read moreand friendly.

Had an amazing bacon burger and fries. No frills just good hot food! Good service as well!read more

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Indio Restaurant

It's a cool day in Chicagoland , 50's weather, perfect for soup! Fresh ingredients, very flavorful…read morestock, and delicious overall. Fresh tortillas & rice on the side. It is a simple restaurant serving the community. Delicious. The Horchata was excellent. Definitely would recommend those items. Tacos looked very popular , and I would like to try those next. Definitely recommend and will return. Also. They have a notice on the door for the public to see; I appreciate business that think about their community

Ok I been eating here since day one and I must say that the food is the same but the prices are…read moreridiculous. It cost me $14 and some change for two Gorditas and a small drink so I only come here once in a while

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Sandra B.

3 years ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Brasas, and I must say it was one of the best Mexican restaurants I have ever been to. The atmosphere of the restaurant was lively and energetic, with a warm and welcoming vibe that made me feel right at home. The food at Brasas was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend their tacos, which were bursting with flavor and perfectly seasoned. The chicken and steak were both excellent, and the portion sizes were generous. The chips and salsa were also standout dishes, with a fresh and authentic taste that perfectly complemented the meal. The staff at Brasas were incredibly friendly and attentive, providing excellent service throughout the entire meal. The restaurant was clean and well-maintained, creating a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience. One thing that stood out to me about Brasas was the affordability of the menu. Despite the high quality of the food and the excellent service, the prices were very reasonable and accessible. Overall, I highly recommend Brasas to anyone looking for delicious Mexican food and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With friendly staff, excellent food, and an affordable menu, it is truly a hidden gem that should not be missed. read more

Shaquita B.

5 years ago

The restaurant establishment is extremely racist!!!! When black females place orders there they are approached with attitude and disgrace. Their food is horrible and the customer service there is terrible! This is a racist establishment that needs to be shut down!!! read more

Christian C.

6 months ago

Good food, good service, Nice portions I loved this place. Good burgers, tacos, Mole, Tortas, Pozole, often, I have tried those dishes and I love them. yummy yummy. The service is excellent and the place is very clean. It is one of my favorite places of food. read more

George F.

11 years ago

Was a great view of the place for gracious moment at the place for first time here with my husband. We had some kinds were so delicious and the service is so fast with friendly and amicable of their great part. No problem to come back here read more

Kathleen G.

10 years ago

Me encantan sus hamburgesas aunque es mexicano pero saben muy bien. Los tacos de pollo riquisimos. Solo me falta probar el menudo seguro no me decepcionara! read more

Caren C.

10 years ago

The food is very delicious and the meat is good, big portion and nice service, this place is the best. I'm love this place, everything is delicious. read more

Fernando F.