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Las tortillas WOW Sabor auténtico y único…read moreMenudo was amazing and lots of carne in it Will definitely be returning

Great menudo, awesome sides. Great server and authentically Mexican. Have recommended to others and…read morethey said they really enjoyed the "pata." The tortillas were among one of the best I had in my life. Overall great menudo spot.

Quiet atmosphere!

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4.6

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Quesabirria was literally the best I've ever had. Like so amazing. So hot and crispy and juicy…read more Also had the flan and churro. The flan is creamy and the caramel is so flavorful. But dang. The churro came out so crispy and so warm and gooey. The guy at the register was so nice and so funny lmfao. The vibes of the restaurant is immaculate

Great food and very affordable! We stopped by on a Friday night and the place was hopping! We were…read morelucky to snag the last table. It seemed like their "to go" is pretty popular too. We ordered at the counter and it didn't take long for our food to arrive. I tried the chicken quesadilla which was delicious! Big portion - LOT of cheese - and it came with guac! My boyfriend had the fish burrito and a beer which he said was both a 10/10. Our meal also came with complimentary chips and salsa. I hope to be back sometime soon to try the shrimp burrito!

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First time at Jefa!!

El Auténtico Jalisco

We ordered take out and I decided to try something different from my typical Mexican order. I'd…read morenever had a sopes before so I don't have anything to compare it to but I tried the steak and chicken one and both were good but the steak one was the crowd favorite. The base was much thicker than I expected it to be! Two was plenty for one person. Honestly, I think I could have gotten away with just one.

FOOD WAS AMAZING! I live in Chicago and can tell you that I think this place has better tacos then…read moremost places in Chicago I will definitely be back with family

Algo de nuestro menú tacos, guacamole, arrachera, cocktel de camarón guacamole y chips y margaritas.

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Taqueria La Sierra

Visited La Sierra on January 30, 2026, for breakfast with my fellow foodie and dear friend after…read morereceiving a recommendation for this restaurant from my wife. La Sierra was approximately a 35-minute drive from our home in the western suburbs. We arrived at approximately 8:30 AM. As we drove up my wingman John commented that he would not have come into this neighborhood or restaurant if I was not with him. Yes, the neighborhood was a bit rough (I grew up in Pilsen in the 1960's) but to me it felt like home in Chicago. We walked in and were warmly greeted by the hostess and waitress and told to sit-down anywhere we wanted. We chose a booth in the second room of the restaurant; the walls were covered with photos of Mexico and the smell coming from the kitchen was heaven. Our waitress quickly approached us for our drink order, she mentioned that they had Cafe de la Olla (made with piloncillo-unrefined whole cane sugar from Latin America, and cinnamon sticks) which we both ordered. The coffee arrived in a colorful Mexican traditional mug (just the way my mother used to make me). It was delicious! We then ordered our breakfast, which was Mexican Chilaquiles (a traditional, comforting breakfast dish consisting of crispy tortilla chips simmered in red or green salsa until slightly softened) with eggs, meat & refired beans. We were both in "Heaven", the tortilla chips were perfectly cooked with just enough "Crisp" to them. Just the way my mother used to make me on a weekend morning. My wingman & I both agreed that we will be returning and bringing our fellow foodies with us to try the other dishes offered!

At first I wasn't sure if this place was even open as all the reviews I saw on Yelp and google…read moreappeared to be several years old. There was a line when we got there (around noon) which I feel is usually a sign of tasty food. The tortilla chips were so yummy with a flavorful seasoning and delicious salsa. The service was quick and the food was great. While the interior leaves something to be desired, everything seemed clean and the food was great!

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La Birria Loca

Went in for the first time ever today (Father's day) and ordered off of doorsash. The gentlemen…read morethat handed me my food was very kind and let me know that doordash over charges their menu and to go a different route the next time I order online, so I really appreciated that. Next, the food. The food was DELICIOUS. Hands down some of the best tacos I've had in a while. The sauce that they gave us was also more on the creamy side than the saucy side and I really enjoyed that, it was different than what I'm used to. This place is an absolute amazing find and I'm kicking myself for not finding out about it sooner!!

Great food! The steak birria tacos are delicious!…read moreThe artwork inside is impressive! The staff is friendly!

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Juquilita Tacos

A hole in the wall joint with great food! Service was great, good music and delicious food. We had…read morethe sopes, burritos, guacamole, shrimp tacos and tripa tacos. Everything was delicious! Will definitely come back. My daughter who barely eats one taco, had 3 of the shrimp tacos. Highly recommend it.

Found this little hole in the wall on Christmas Eve because the place we planned on going to was…read moreclosed for the holiday. Sometimes things are just meant to be! The parking looks awful until you spy the public lot just one storefront away. The interior is simple, which I prefer. Some cute knickknacks but not too much. The menu is the traditional Mexican fare, tacos, burritos, fajitas, plates, etc. Everyone should be able to find something to please them. The waitress was so sweet and helpful. They were doing a lot of take out orders and had my party and another couple dining in. She did great making sure we all had what we needed. We all started talking to one another so felt like dinner with a bunch of friends. My friends had the steak tacos and the Americano plate. Both really liked their items. The tacos were well filled and the meat tender and juicy. The plate had lots of steak on it as well as rice, beans, tortillas, etc. The sauce was a tad spicy but not overpowering for my non-spice liking friend. The star of the night was the Crazy Burrito. Massive burrito filled with shrimp, steak, fries, rice, guac and more. And when I say massive, I mean MASSIVE. Everything inside somehow all went together incredibly well. But each bite was different depending on what the ratio of the items was. Probably 1 of the top 3 burritos I've ever had. The steak, meat and shrimp were all perfectly cooked. Will definitely go back next time in Chicago.

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La Quinta De Los Reyes

This is my family's favorite place to celebrate everything. Usually we order the parrillada for 4…read moreand have more than enough to take home. The staff always goes above and beyond. We have told them about allergies and they are happy to be sure the grill is scraped and cleaned before cooking our order. The patio is lovely when weather permits.

Great location right by the river with nice views and a very open bright interior. Service was…read morespot on with fresh salsa and guacamole made by the table. The chips were particularly good as well. I had the Chile rellenos and they were very well prepared an even a little spicy which I appreciated. Was here with work folks and would be glad to come back here with my wife!

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Tziri Tacos

4.9

(23 reviews)

3.0 mi

We were in the area and worked up an appetite so of course we turned to the Yelp app and y'all did…read morenot disappoint! The restaurant was clean, quiet, the bathrooms were clean, the cashier so sweet and patient--I couldn't ask for more! We ordered a asada burrito dinner, a chorizo burrito, and a large horchata to split. We were given a basket of chips and a delicious salsa that had flavor, but wasn't too spicy! The burritos were generously filled and had avocado! That's not something I see everywhere. The beans were a great consistency, the rice was soft and flavorful, and the horchata was top notch! It had a unique flavor, too, and wasn't watery. The cup also wasn't overfilled with ice! While we were patiently waiting for the burritos, we fell victim to the slideshow and decided we just had to try a gordita lol. It was SO good, but the portions were so filling we had to take the rest of the gordita and part of a burrito with. The tomatillo sauce was perfect and the red sauce had quite a kick to it, but not enough that it was painful. The food didn't NEED any extra sauce, but I like to try them, anyways! I wished I lived in this area so I could eat more gorditas, but I will definitely stop here again if I am around! If you're lucky enough to live in the area, please do support this sweet business!

Wow, these tacos were incredible. We stopped in after visiting The Growing Place and found this…read morespot on Yelp, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The steak tacos were spot on. Perfectly cooked steak, cut to the ideal size for the taco, with super fresh onions and cilantro, all wrapped in delicious handmade tortillas. The woman at checkout was so friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. I'm pretty picky when it comes to tacos, so finding a place like this is a big win. We will definitely be back. Thank you!

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Taqueria El Tio

Here in Aurora looking for good Mexican food. We ended up at Taqueria El Tio and sat down at a…read morebooth. Menus were brought out and I went with cheese enchiladas, while my wife got nachos. I had a few chips with salsa before hand. The salsa was more watery than I preferred. The enchiladas came and I began to dig in. They were alright and the flavors got better as I went on to eat more. The refried beans had the most flavor and were good for the plate. The rice had the least amount of flavor, but it all worked out. My wife didn't eat much of the nachos and said that it was missing something. Don't take this review too seriously because I love Tex-mex and this is not it. I think anyone coming here looking for good Mexican food here will enjoy it.

Very quick service and very reasonable prices. I loved the array of salsas that came at each table…read more The tostada alone was a lot more filling than I expected and they accommodate for vegetarian modifications (usually a swap for avocado over protein option).

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Asada Mexican Grill

(26 reviews)

5.2 mi

On behalf of the PTA at Prairie Children Preschool, we partnered with Asada Mexican Grill to cater…read moreour Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week luncheon, and the experience was outstanding. We ordered the buffet-style package, which worked perfectly for accommodating a variety of dietary needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and halal options. The pricing was extremely fair for the amount and quality of food we received. We ordered double portions to serve 118 people, and the setup filled four rows of tables, as shown in the photo. The order came with everything we could have needed. I worked directly with the owner, Sharif, who was incredible throughout the entire process. His communication was excellent, he helped recommend the best options for our specific needs, and he was very understanding of the limited lunch breaks our teachers and staff had. Most importantly, the food was absolutely delicious. Even with the generous portions, everything was gone quickly because everyone loved it. Sharif truly went above and beyond with both the quantity and service. Next time, I'll definitely plan to order even more because it was such a hit. It also means a lot to support a local business owner who has children in District 204. That community connection made the experience feel even more personal and meaningful.

A Halal Restaurant Posing as a Mexican Restaurant…read more The only thing Mexican themed here is the name of the place. You want Falafels?! You got it! You want Tamales or Chorizo? Forget it! I truly had high hopes for this establishment when I saw the sign. Once I walked inside and took one look at the menu board, I knew this wasn't going to be a good experience. Asada has an extremely limited menu and the food is crappy. I ordered tacos to go and ended up throwing them out after a couple of bites. I can't seek about the Halal food, however, Taco Bell serves better tacos than this joint. The staff also looked "less than thrilled" to be working that night. The only thing going for this place is that the establishment has a large, comfortable dining room. Plenty of other Mexican restaurants in the Fox Valley area to go to than this.

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Arthouse

My cousin was in town on his birthday and wanted to get together somewhere for a drink and decided…read moreon Arthouse in downtown Aurora. This was my first time there and I am surprised I haven't heard more people talking about it. I stopped in a little after 9:30pm to meet up with the rest of the group of 6 on a Saturday night. I didn't realize until I got there that my cousin's cousin who is a friend was actually bartending so that was a nice surprise because he's got a lot of experience. Our server was really nice and came up to our high top as I was looking over the drink menu to let me know that the kitchen would be closing soon in case we wanted to order any food but we had all already eaten. I do kind of wish that I had looked over the food menu though because some of the last plates I saw being served for the night looked pretty good. Both the server and our friend did a great job of checking in throughout the night with our party and the others. This was the same night as the Pride Celebration in Aurora that was literally just outside on Stolp Ave but it wasn't very busy for a while but a good amount of people trickled in for a nightcap after the show at the Paramount let out. The 2 drinks I had were really good. The first one was the featured cocktail: Naughty Nellie's Nectar which was a great Tiki-esque drink with spiced rum and bitters mixed with various fruit juices including passion fruit, guava, pineapple, and lime. It was right up my alley so I was a little sad when I went for a second one and the bartender said that they had run out of some of the ingredients but that he would make me the other drink on the menu that's similar, the Twilight Tixi. I liked that one a lot too. What really made the night great though was the chill and relaxing ambiance of the space. The nice lighting gave the mood of a mix between lounge, restaurant and bar. The music was good and although they had the TV above the bar playing the last game of the NBA finals it was not the focal point. I'm looking forward to more fun nights at Arthouse in the future.

The tacos have had me in a chokehold for a few months now, especially the steak one they had. Each…read moremonth they switch it up and add a new burger and taco to the menu. Recently I tried the Ribeye (Medium Rare) and Mac and cheese for a very patriotic meal before the 4th of July. I really like the chimichurri sauce, hot tip - add a little to your Mac and cheese. So delicious. I'd say the steak could have used a little more of a crust but overall was still really yummy. The service is always wonderful, tonight Poncho was working and he always remembers my drink and makes my friends feel welcome. If you haven't been before the ambiance is really great. I challenged you go to in and find a new bad you haven't heard of, or count all the ones you recognize in the decor. I also really love the Arthouse Salad

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Masala Madness

(32 reviews)

5.2 mi

Excellent vegetarian vegan food and super service! Must try, you will not regret. Specifically,…read moreChetan will make you feel very comfortable to try any new dishes there.

Mid size , recommend making reservation on weekend…read more Service was slow on Sat afternoon. They actually missed one of our order and have to cancel the order as v were running late. Masala soda - 4/5 - good taste not overly sweet Haryali Paneer - 3.5/5 - dry need more flavorful sauce on it Fried rice - 3.5 /5 - portion where good but dry and lack falvours. Need to order machirian something else to make it less dry Katherine chat- 3/5 - it was very saucy

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Vibez on the River

4.0

(15 reviews)

0.3 mi

The atmosphere was very welcoming and had polite staff throughout the entire experience. Very clean…read moreand open environment. Black owned doesn't mean black staffed and that's ok, just noticeable. The cocktails were very tasty however a bit pricey @ $18 each. Most of our food was hot and appeasing to the eyes. For our appetizer we had fried green tomatoes, batter was thick and lots of remoulade sauce on them. Only captured a pic of once as an afterthought. A little drizzle would have been perfect. I also had the chicken wings and fries appetizer..I chose lemon pepper and they were fried perfectly and seasoned just right. Fries were soggy and dark..almost like they were put into dark grease before it was hot. Still had a decent flavor. Our entree was the lamb chops....some of the thickest and most tastiest I've had in some time. Only suggestion would be to cook them well done...we could have asked as well and we did not. No harm no foul! Downstairs had several TVs which is a nice touch. We will be back to try some of the other entrees. Overall great experience

David was AMAZING, super friendly and made a really yummy mango frozen drink. That's where the…read morethree stars came from. The food was pretty mediocre/ terrible. I'm not sure if it's because I came in on a Monday. But the wings are crisped to perfection... however... they tasted like seafood and not chicken. The truffle fries were squishy and cooked in the same oil, and the ceasar dressing on my salad tasted like mayonnaise. I don't think I'll be eating here again... but I want to come back for karaoke. I also really like the location and decor. AC is blasting in the basement.

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Samuele M.

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1 year ago

I stopped by this taco place after work and was really impressed. The food was fresh and tasted great--definitely hit the spot. There was only one server working, Julia (or maybe Julie), and she was super nice and handled everything like a pro. Friendly service and good food--can't ask for much more. I'll be back for sure. read more

John Z.

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9 months ago

Anti law enforcement stickers on the window. Sad to see a business do this; in Aurora of all places that has frequent gun violence

Gustavo S.

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9 years ago

The best restaurant in aurora, really good.

Carnitas De Puerco Y Puerca - mexican - Updated August 2026

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