Holy Mole! Finally found (after 30 years living here) THE best Mexican food in Elgin. Wow!!!…read moreEverything we had was superb. The Chips and salsas (including Aguacate!!!) yummy,. Laurie's streak tacos tasted like back in Yucatán decades ago. Perfect steak, plenty of onion and cilantro, simple but delicious on perhaps the finest corn tortillas I've had in the U.S. (inclusive of the homemade ones from friends). My chicken Flautas were out of this world good, perfect crunch and loaded with pickled cabbage, crema, avocado ... on the side was rice and refried beans par excellance! Margarita was great too. We will return!!!

Recently went for a family members birthday dinner for aguachiles de salsa de arbol it was not de…read morearbol it tasted like they poured a bottled of valentina over the shrimp also ordered flautas and description should have said it came with pickled cabbages rather than just cabbage too overpowering for the flautas made with chicken that tasted like tinga?? Also orders my toddler a taco de asada the amount of fat you could see in the meat was disappointing ended up picking half of the "meat" that was just pure fat. very much giving a place you go to when ur drunk but not even, Micheladas were bomb tho chips and salsa was also good

When I think of No Manches, I think of fun. An upbeat vibe, perfect for erasing your work week…read moreanxiety. This place gives a casual, cozy, bright, and loud feel. Every time I have been here the place is full. Their drinks are fun. For the designated drivers and angry drunks, I've been told that most all of their signature cocktails can be made into mocktails, so you won't miss out. Their food is delicious. They have a great menu and present food well, considering this is a party bar atmosphere. Not singling out this place, but I agree with the many who complain that street tacos should not be inflated from $2 to $6, just because they are popular now. When it comes to tacos, No Manches saves itself because they have many specialty versions, like ribeye, pork belly, and even cod. In every visit, many people check in on us to make sure we're doing okay, much appreciated. Also, their salsa verde is the best of all three salsas, try to fight me on that.

No Manches delivers great, authentic Mexican flavors with an urban, upscale twist. The food and…read moredrinks are both excellent -- bold, well-crafted, and clearly intentional. That said, the live music creates a high-energy vibe, so it's not the best spot for a quiet dinner or for kids. Perfect if you're looking for flavor and atmosphere. A couple issues with our meals however the manager made sure to fix them to ensure we were happy when we left. Well done.

Taqueria Chapala delivers some of the most authentic Mexican cuisine in the area, highlighted by an…read moreexcellent chicken dinner and consistently great tacos. The flavors are bold, traditional, and clearly rooted in quality preparation. Prices run a bit higher than expected for the area, but the food backs it up. It's a strong spot for those seeking genuine, well-executed Mexican fare

I have ordered tacos for large groups of people several times. Their food is delicious and their…read moreorders are always on time and always accurate. They have several different taco meat choices and nice portion sizes. I love this place!!

Last summer, our family was on the hunt for the best tacos in the area. Taqueria El Tio Ramos was…read moreone of the top on our list. We stopped in at lunch time on a Saturday afternoon. It was pretty full but we got a table right away. We ordered a couple tacos, a burrito and a quesadilla. Everything was awesome. The tacos were so good; very juicy and full of flavor. We told a few friends about Taqueria El Tio Ramos and they said, "we have been going there for years!" Why didn't they tell me about it! The restaurant was busy but we didn't have to wait long for our food. It was clean and our server was very nice, a bit soft spoken, but super sweet. We will be back, for sure!

If you're looking for authentic tacos, Taqueria El Tio Ramos is the place to go. There's nothing…read moreoverly flashy or outside the box here -- just traditional Mexican cuisine executed well, with simple, honest flavors that stay true to form. The only drawback is the salsa and sauces, which tend to lean mild. Even when requesting extra heat, they often arrive a bit tame. Still, it remains a reliable spot when the craving for real tacos hits.

Ordered the Aztec stuffed Chicken this time (along with another shrimp sope) and a side of rice and…read morebeans with consomme as an extra special request so I could add it to the rice (definitely a good combo btw). The poblano cream sauce on the chicken was SO GOOD and just the right spice/heat level. Perfectly cooked asparagus and homemade mashed potatoes made me understand why this was labeled as a "best seller". I'll definitely order it again. The chorizo and Oaxaca cheese with spinach inside was also a great combo with the very juicy chicken breast. Can't wait to order again!

I'm yelping My Cocina within a week of our visit so I can remember it for future date night or…read morefamily meal visits! It's in an unassuming strip mall and has an extensive food and drink menu. Stand outs were the flaming tequila saganaki appetizer, kiddie mocktail options, and tons of hot options like Chile rellenos, tacos, elotes, and burritos. My kids didn't really like the mac and cheese (stating it was tooooo cheesy), but it looked decent and used cavatappi noodles. My $12 carnitas burrito was a great deal and enough for 2 meals. Our $100 bill covered: - a frozen mango margarita (towers, which are equivalent of 5 margaritas, are available too) - cosmo martini - saganaki appetizer lit up table side - elotes tamales - carnitas burrito - 2 kids' meals - complimentary chips and salsa - tax and 20% tip Service was extremely attentive and pleasant! Recommending this to all, and can't wait to go back when in the area! Adios!

Great food here would recommend the picadera paisa for 2 was plenty. Best place to be at. Good…read moremusic and micheladas 10/10

Absolutely yes. I loved the Columbian food here. I only wish I hadn't been so tight on time. I had…read moreto scarf my food down in 15 min and take the rest home. It's a family owned, small business which I love. I always want to suppprt those. Located in the basement with a bakery above it, the location is unique. It's very colorful and festive which adds to its charm. I ordered the Bandeja Paisa and it was enormous and cost $29. Pricey, but I got 3 meals out of it. It had pork belly, columbian sausage, rice, beans, a fried egg, avocado, and a fried plantain . Gigantic portions. We also ordered empanadas and they were the star of the show. I wish I lived closer to Elgin. I have no idea if I'd return, but I do recommend.

I finally found the right time to try this place, being in the mood for a dine-in Mexican dinner…read more It's a nice place with pleasant servers, and kudos to the guy who filled my water 3 times. I was torn between a chicken mole dinner or just good old tacos. I opted for the tacos Al pastor with rice and beans. I have had Al pastor at many, many places, and it's been interesting to see people's takes on the recipes. These were, hands down, the best I've had anywhere. The meat was charred nicely, yet tender. The marinade/sauce had the perfect balance between the sweetness of the pineapple and the counterbalance of the lime, cilantro, and onion. I was so proud of my selection, that I ordered some to-go for my daughter to try. I also had a delicious strawberry margarita and finished off with a tres leches dessert. Everything was superb! I'll be back for that mole someday, and will also try their Taco Tuesday. Judging from my food, as well as the presentations of others choices that I noticed, I believe their chef is seriously talented and creative.

Orale is a cool place. The decor is nice , the service was really good, and, I must say, the…read morerestroom stood out :-) The food we ordered was delicious. My wife and I are pretty stuffed right now! I had the quesabirria tacos and she had a spicy shrimp dish with avocado and tortillas. Oh, and we had the nachos with a flight of 5 delicious salsas, as an appetizer. In the end, Orale felt different. It had a city vibe to it. We dug it and will be back for more. Near Hanover Park and in the mood for some Mexican cuisine? Check out Orale!

The food there is always amazing and the people there are very nice and polite I do recommend this…read morerestaurant plus it's been around for years, so go there and enjoy the experience

Located inside the Fox Valley Flea Market This! Place is Great, authentic Mexican flavors, the…read morepastor tacos are flavorful and Tate's so fresh. Also had steak dinner plate and was delicious, their fresh made tortillas are a great compliment. In the past I had a huevos rancheros plate and the sauce for it was just amazing. Also very clean and friendly staff. Highly recommend it. Only bad thing is that they only open weekend

I order 6 special tacos, thinking i was going to get a good meal, turns out i almost die. There was…read morea twist tie inside one of the tacos!. I don't know if it was on purpose or accidentally fell in there, all i know is that i will be avoiding this establishment.

Taco Thursday? Don't mind if I do!…read more Los Comales is a staple for my coworkers! I've had it numerous times in the past, but this was my first time having it in years! I ordered the Taco Combo that came with 3 tacos with your choice of meat, rice, beans, and a 16oz beverage of choice. I ordered a cesina taco, a carne asada taco, and a pollo adobado taco. It was my first time ordering a cesina taco and I'm so glad I did. It was delicious! Usually my go-to is carne asada but it was a little chewier than usual and it just didn't compare to the tender cesina taco. The chicken was alright, but the cesina was amazing! And I chose their refreshing and perfectly sweet jamaica as my drink! My favorite! Check out @taqueria_loscomales for your next Mexican food craving! And if you've never had them before, try the cesina tacos!! Yum!

Quaint authentic Mexican restaurant in Elgin. I was recommended this place for the mexican style…read morerotisserie chicken. What we ordered: * 8 piece chicken with onions and jalapeños * Mac and cheese * beans * extra jalapeños * chips and salsa The chicken was phenomenal! Perfectly seasoned and cooked, it came with corn tortillas. The beans were deliciously flavorful. Chips were served warm and we chose from an à la cart of 6 different salsas. Some of the salsas definitely had some heat. The restaurant was clean, service was friendly. The only con was the plastic forks that were super flimsy. We will definitely be back for the chicken!

We ordered the three taco dinner and carried out .The steak tacos were piping hot and loaded with…read moretasty steak onion and cilantro. We were given two plastic cups for hot sauce station.There was a side of beans and a very generous side of rice. The Tacos were outstanding.