Don Pepe

We arrived not knowing it was a bar crawl happening but we still got in and waited for a table. It…read moretook 30 minutes to get a table bc of the bar crawl. As much as it was packed from 2:30 til 3:30 we were still were able to order a drink at bar. Martin was so nice and took our order and brought it to us being we went back to waiting line. The place is small with a hard time to walk around when it's full. It's a nice bar restaurant and didn't realized until we were leaving that there's a back area. The bartenders could be a little more social and happy bc that seem a bit dull and unhappy working there. Unlike Martin he was happy. Mildred was our server and she did phenomenal. The food and drinks were great

I enjoyed my time here! I was expecting more of a dinner place but I think this is really more of a…read morebar that also has food. Just something to note depending on the vibe / atmosphere you want! Our service was quick and the food was good! I enjoyed my tacos and the guac was yummy too! I'm excited to go back and try drinks!

4.0 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

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Bocaditos Mexican Cuisine

4.2(122 reviews)

•$$$

Went here for my birthday dinner on a Saturday night. Nice atmosphere and music but not too loud…read morefor conversation. I loved the decorations. I ordered the steak and shrimp fajitas they were expensive but excellent! Came out on a sizzling plate. I tried the Habernita drink and sangria. The habernita drink had mezcal, orange, pineapple, and habanero so had a nice kick to it. My friend told server it was my birthday secretly and they came out with a sparkler had birthday music playing and shots of tequila for my table! We had a great time and I will definitely be back! I recommend coming here to celebrate your birthday or just to have a delicious meal

Overall we had a great late lunch at Bocadito! The…read morerestaurant interior was very pretty and cozy, although I will say the pedestals on the tables inside the booths are so large so it was kind of awkward to navigate that. We also were the only people in the restaurant at one point and the service was still very slow. We sat for about ten minutes with our empty plates in front of us before our waitress came to check on us. She was very kind, I just felt maybe a little more attentive could have been nice. I got the cucumber gin cocktail which was the highlight for me! For our food we got the Caesar salad with chicken, the chicken tacos, and the chips and guacamole. You could tell the chips were homemade and were so light and crunchy. I loved that the tacos had bite sized pieces of grilled chicken in them, and they were seasoned so nicely. Overall a nice lunch!

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Barrio

4.1(1.4k reviews)

5.3 mi•Near North Side

Barrio - Chicago Strawberry mint margs + Saturday happy…read morehour = YESSS Chips + dip trio with queso, salsa & guac = all 3 were delicious Steak + shrimp tacos = so flavorful & a must try Cornbread skillet = surprisingly SOOO good, so glad we got it 5/5 Loved the fun patio vibes, nice service, clean bathrooms + such a good Chicago happy hour spot! Happy hour is EVERY DAY 4-6pm Check out the full review on IG: @ratedbyaleena_

Had dinner here. We sat outside, which is nice on a summer night. However, it can get loud with the…read morecars and traffic. Inside seating the music is too loud. Overall very spacious with indoor/outdoor seating and bar. They also have private dining areas. The vegetarian enchiladas were great! You get 3 tortillas. The server could have refilled water more often.

4.2 mi•Ukrainian Village, West Town

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Sabroso! Mexican Grill

4.7(550 reviews)

Jesus was the best server I've ever gotten made it his mission to make sure we had everything and…read moreanything we needed definitely needs a raise for such a good service reminded of my grandpa which made it feel just like home definitely had a great experience thank you beautiful atmosphere and delicious food

Four of us (two adults and two kids) visited Sabroso! Mexican Grill for the first time during a…read moretrip to Chicago. I must admit that I had low expectations because quite frankly, I have not enjoyed Mexican food outside of Mexico or California. However, we were hungry, and it was near where we were staying, so I decided we should check it out, and I am so glad we did! The food was great. Both adults and the VERY picky children in our group all enjoyed our meals. I ordered the green chicken enchiladas and the other adult ordered a chile relleno combo, which I also got to try. Everything was delicious and devoured by all! We were so full but the owner talked us into the chocoflan, and we did not regret trying it. It was soooo good! Speaking of the owner, the service was great. We really enjoyed how he and the rest of the staff were very courteous. It is a small establishment, and it gets a good amount of people, so I assume that there are waits during peak hours. I highly recommend Sabroso! And we plan to return the next time we are in the area.

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Carniceria Maribel

4.7(206 reviews)

2.3 mi•Pilsen

If you're looking for authentic tacos, this place is absolutely worth the trip. Between the…read moreincredible Selena mural outside and the fact that it's tucked inside a liquor store, the whole experience feels like discovering a hidden gem. I eat a lot of tacos, and this was, without question, the best pollo (chicken) taco I've ever had. I was expecting the usual dry, bland, or overcooked chicken, but instead it was incredibly juicy, packed with flavor, and generously loaded with meat. Every bite was outstanding. The only downside was the wait time, but once the food arrived, it was easy to see why people are willing to wait. If you're a taco lover, this is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back.

This is a small liquor store that also sells tacos. The tacos were good and had plenty of flavor,…read morebut the service was extremely slow. There were no other customers, yet we still waited about 20 minutes for only two tacos. The food was worth trying, but the wait time definitely needs improvement.

The kitchen. Order here and take ticket up front to pay

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XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant

4.8(362 reviews)

8.3 mi•Ravenswood

Top service and incredible food. Everything was delicious and the staff is super nice!!!read more

We wandered in one night, noticing how everyone in a cheerful mood was squeezed in, enjoying their…read moremeals. When we wandered out, we knew this was on of THE places for enticing, authentic Mexican food. Beyond the food, the waitstaff swoop gently, making sure all is well. We're due to return shortly. Can't wait!

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4.8(221 reviews)

A great BYOB spot for high quality Mexican…read more Excellent mole negro, ceviche, fried plantains, and enchiladas. It is supposedly tiny inside but it has a lovely outdoor patio in front of the restaurant.

Such a cute place. They have a huge patio area, too. Food…read morewas very flavorful and the enchiladas options were really good. Several different types to choose from. Sauces very authentic and served with a smile from our server. She checked in on us several times and really seemed like she wanted to be making our dining experience a good one. Free chips and salsa on the table at the beginning and the BYOB solidified the fact that me and my girlfriends will be back for sure!!

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Steak Enchiladas Mole. A generous portion to share or to take some home with you for a late night snack.

5 Rabanitos

4.2(848 reviews)

2.5 mi•Pilsen

The chef who owns this restaurant trained with Rick Bayless for 19 years and it really comes out in…read morehis cooking. All of the food was absolutely delicious. We came later on a Monday night so we did not have to wait to get a seat although it was still pretty busy. The place is decorated nicely. Well on a block with many other Mexican businesses. Located right off the pink line it is very easy to get to and also noted to be near the Mexican art Institute. The chicken mole enchiladas were delicious. Spicy and bitterness of the chocolate balanced super well. rice was also cooked perfectly. The shredded beef dish was short rib and mashed potatoes. They were meant to be assembled into a homemade tortilla - a very interesting concept. The homemade tortillas were so warm and fluffy. I have never had such good tortillas. I took a tamale plate home. It was large and had a good portion of shredded pork. Super flavorful, but also I felt the texture might've been firmer than I would've expected.

I was introduced to the place by a Mexicans from Chicago and it's such a hidden gem. She suggested…read morethe we try the sopes and i don't regret it at all. I got the chicken tinga and carne asada and it was really good. We had the verde ceviche (not pictured) and it was a table fav. We also got the elotes which were good but nothing special. It was my first time have queso fundido and i really like its. The staff was really friendly and the place is so cute. Most places are going for a minimalist look not but the bright blue, green, and yellow works really well today as well as the various artwork!

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This bright mural on the side of 5 Rabanitos drew us is for refreshing Micheladas!

Manchamanteles Restaurant

4.4(147 reviews)

5.3 mi•Bucktown

Manchamanteles is as fun and exciting on the inside as its boldly colored outside would lead you to…read morebelieve. The staff are donned in themed regalia, and will gleefully sing you a happy birthday song even if you're quite far from adolescence (and also a few days out from your actual birthday). The moles were all phenomenal, and the mezcal margarita pitcher more than satisfied our group. The interior is a bit bright and skews somewhat family oriented, so I wouldn't recommend it for every crowd. But for my group of friends and I, Manchamanteles more than delivered in food, service, and fun alike.

Came here on Valentine's Day with a reservation, there were three of us, one kid. It was full of…read morefamilies, some couples. The had a tasting menu but we opted out of it. They give you a complimentary spicy trail mix. We started with the guacamole, it was okay. Then I got a traditional margarita, my partner got a pina colada with strawberries, and my kid got a pink lemonade (Marz Brewing made). The margarita was good, not strong but not too watery. For dinner I got the chicken fajitas, the waiter asked if I wanted just chicken which I though was odd because I ordered the chicken fajitas and I wasn't sure what he meant or if he meant no veggies, it came with veggies luckily. It also came with tortilla, corn, and a side of refried black beans with cojita, and rice. It was all okay. My partner got the lamb mole, it was sweet and savory, not spicy. And it came with tortillas. They have a lot of mole options, so if you're into that definitely come here to try! Overall it was just okay.

Dobladas De Mole Negro! Delicious

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Frontera Grill

3.9(2.8k reviews)

5.4 mi•Near North Side

It's a terrific still solid stalwart of restaurants in Chicago's legendary portfolio of amazing…read moredining experiences. Creative authentic Mexican specialties and delicious specials. The service is impeccable warm and welcoming! The restaurant interior and adjoining dining experiences are beautifully art directed from Rick Bayles's brilliant eye for art culture and food. The mole is lendary and the branzino was delicious. Beautiful food great full bar and drinks.

Bib-gormand Mexican restaurant that shares a location with it's sister restaurant (which has had a…read moreMichelin star for over a decade) I was with a group of 6 friends on a Saturday night when we wandered by this place, and the smell drew us in. We were very fortunate in that they were able to fit all of us in last-minute without a reservation The menu is on the pricer side, but there are tons of options that apparently rotate every couple of weeks. My party and I tried the chips + guac and quesadilla app, and I got there Oxacan carne asada dish. It was all solid. I especially appreciated that they offered unlimited corn tortillas that we could use to make our dishes into tacos. Both indoor and outdoor seating

Back room, additional eating area at the bar

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Allison M.

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18 days ago

First time eating here and they came out swinging. The food was fresh, portions were massive, and you definitely get your money's worth. Nora was locked in from the minute we walked through the door and stayed on top of everything the entire meal--something a lot of places seem to have forgotten how to do. The restaurant itself was clean, open, and comfortable. Good food and sharp service make this an easy spot to come back to. read more

Muhammad A.

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8 years ago

This place has really good Mexican food! Their tacos de canasta are the best I have ever tasted. I would recommend the tacos de canasta made of mole and the cheese ones. Their food made my trip from California to Chicago well worth it. Oh and their prices are really reasonable! read more

Michelle P.

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12 years ago

OMG!! I love this place it is fabulous and authentic I ordered the Papa Don Pepe....the chipotle dressing is so flavorful with a kick of spiciness. The carne en su jugo WOW! Also the way they serve all they're dishes is really nice. read more

Saúl M.

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3 years ago

Espectacular! La carne en su jugo, el pozole y las quesabirrias estuvieron deliciosas! Además unas micheladas muy ricas. El servicio muy bueno, las meseras muy atentas y amables. Hasta ahora mi lugar favorito en la calle 26. read more

Don Pepe E.

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12 years ago

Best service and food quality!! Real mexican food! Totally stands out !! Tacos al vapor are a different iten that you will hardly find in other menus.Place is clean and friendly service read more

Vanessa G.

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10 years ago

Amazing food! The wait was a little long but the food was fresh and they kept the chips coming! Will definitely be back!

Jovanny N.

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3 years ago

Exelente comida muy buena atención recomiendo completamente este negocio tiene muy buen servicio muchas gracias

Ivan D.

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9 years ago

Reimagine a potato... A must try item. Mustard, cheese, steak, bacon and his majesty The Potato

Roberto G.

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10 years ago

Todo muy rico!!! En especial el pozole y las Micheladas, y los taquitos de canasta...

Don Pepe - mexican - Updated August 2026

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