El Fuego strikes a nice balance between authentic Mexican flavors and a quick, fast-casual…read moreapproach. The food is flavorful and satisfying without the wait of a traditional sit-down experience. They have a great assortment of salsas that can't be beat. Prices are very reasonable, and the excellent kids menu makes it an especially convenient choice for families. A solid, dependable spot when you want good Mexican food on the go.

Food was lukewarm even after slow service and we were the only ones there during lunch hours on a…read moreweekend for the majority of our meal. The burrito was mostly lettuce, Al pastor lacked flavor and the salsas were bland. My daughter's chips were stale, and that is probably due to the lack of customers and turn around with these just sitting for days on end. The bathrooms. Eeesh, disgusting and that most likely also translates to the cleanliness of the kitchen. Sorry, this place was a go to years ago and has gone downhill quickly.

The food is always fantastic! The barbacoa is delicious, and the owner always takes such good care…read moreof us. It had been a few months since we had been there (shame on us), and he remembered that my wife doesn't like cilantro. It's the little things that make us happy. We will be back soon!

I've passed by this restaurant dozens of times, though it's tucked away in a small strip mall, so I…read moreforget about it when I'm thinking of a nice Mexican spot to go to. First things first. The food is awesome and all of the sauces and even the chorizo is made in house. I'm sure there are other items that are homemade as well, but we haven't gotten there yet. :) We shared a Suizo Burrito (homemade suizo sauce) with steak and it was incredible. It is not an exaggeration for me to say that this is my favorite suizo sauce ever. The density of the sauce isn't runny like most others and the texture is almost that of chili (but not too thick), which means a solid flavor with every bite. We also loved the homemade guacamole and horchata, which is unlimited refills! We had long conversations with the owners and employees and they were super kind and loved sharing all the unique elements of their restaurant. We'll definitely be back soon!

Stopped by for a quick bite. Ordered the grilled chicken bowl. Comes with cheese, lettuce and…read morechoice of beans. Very underwhelming and not worth $9.99. I would not recommend getting their bowls. Their tacos, however, look good. Restaurant was clean, empty and quiet when we stopped by around 2:30pm. Staff were friendly and fast with ordering and food.

I've passed by this place several times in Algonquin. I finally decided to drop in with a coworker…read moreat linch and check out some eats. The place was nice clean and open on the inside. We both received service with a smile. The food preparation only took a few minutes. I had a three taco plate with black beans and rice for $14.99. I was surprised by how well the tacos were. They were American style with lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. I ate a grilled chicken, a grilled veggie, and ground beef taco. All three were delightful and well seasoned but the ground beef was my fav! My coworker had a burrito and said it was great. I would be happy to return for a shot at a good burrito or maybe a torta.

We're originally from Arizona so our bar for Mexican is ridiculously high. We've had a lot of…read moretrouble finding comparable food out here. We finally stumbled on No Manches and we can say without reservation that they have the best Mexican food we've had in the 20+ years we've lived here. The Tri Color Burrito is my absolute favorite and I recently commented to a friend that its made my "if I could only have one food on a deserted island for the rest of my life" list. Its that good. The margaritas are excellent as well. In terms of negatives, the prices are high and the music can be very loud if you want to have group conversations. Our server even got our order wrong the last time we were there because she couldn't hear us! That said, any cons are definitely outweighed by the pros. Everyone we've taken there has been thoroughly impressed.

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.

Food is always good and reasonably priced. No free chips &…read moresalsa and don't eat in it if it's cold out. Your food will get cold in minutes. Family owned by some very nice people. Just need to turn the heat up lol

Don't let the outside detour you, once you walk in, you're welcomed by a friendly face. The inside…read moreis decorated with vibrant colors not to mention the music playing in the background. The food, so delicious. It takes me back to my younger years in Rosarito driving our ATV to the local food stand for homemade food. I've tried multiple things and have not found anything I didn't like.

I've never had a bad meal or service here at the crystal lake location. Always great food fresh…read morecocktails and the service is great, I highly recommend giving them a try .

We ordered two fajitas for pickup. When we got home and opened the bag there were no tortillas. A…read morepretty important part of a fajita I'd say. We called to see what they could do since we live 20 mins away but are frequent customers. They said nothing. There was nothing they could do. Really? Nothing you can do? More like nothing you wanted to do to remedy your own mistake. Too bad. Easy to say we will be taking our business where it's appreciated, aka elsewhere.

Great food for a great price! Staff is super friendly as well. Will be coming back for sureread more

This has been a regular date-day spot for me and my wife. The Al Pastor at this restaurant is the…read morebest I've had anywhere.

First time here and it was out of this world!! ordered guacamole and it was fresh. The King burrito…read moresuizo was delicious. Margaritas were yummy!! The owner Juan was very personable. Definitely our new go to!!!

Buena Vista is one of our go-to spots in the Algonquin area. While unassuming when you walk in,…read morethis spot serves up great dishes and incredible hospitality. The lovely owners instantly make you feel like family, offering fantastic recommendations as well as the history behind their family restaurant. If you are lucky, they will even create a special plate based on Juan's recommendation and your taste buds! Some of our favorites have included Camerones à la Diabla (or diabla crema), queso fundió con chorizo (!!!!), carne buena vista, and the fajitas mixtas. Perfectly seasoned meats, authentic sides, and delicious homemade sauces! We always have leftovers which somehow taste even more amazing the next day! Amazing! And don't get me started on the margaritas!! While the strawberry is my favorite, the mango, peach, and OG lime are all amazing! As a Los Angeles native, it is amazing to have finally found a spot that brings me a taste of home with such friendly warmth! I have recommended Buena Vista to all my friends and coworkers and you better believe I will keep preaching because it is THAT GOOD!

I never leave reviews, but I can't stop thinking about how great this place is!!!…read more The staff is so attentive and kind. Our food and our drinks were amazing. They went above and beyond! And it was SO nicely decorated. 11/10!

It's OK... we had a better experience the first time around. But to reassure, we decided to go…read morethere last night. The chips and the salsa are outstanding nice and warm. Also, they have Modelo on tap. That is great. I had the shrimp fajita, and my wife had the taco platter. Both were slightly missing. The shrimp seemed to be subpar tasting (I think they use a lower quality shrimp) and the whole platter was drowning in oil, and was highly underseasoned. My wife's tacos: the Cocinita was really salty! I like salt, don't get me wrong, but that is all you taste, then the cocinita taste finally comes in after a few minutes... that's really bad...The Carne was the opposite (totally bland) , and she had a chorizo which was a bad brand of a chorizo. (I'd say Supremo Chorizo is much better taste than this, and Supremo has nothing but filler in it). Very disappointing. Whatever vendor you're using, cancel them, they're doing you a huge disservice. All that for $73. Our server was very nice and she was very attentive. That's the reason why we did tip her 20%. When she asked about the food, he said it was great. We didn't want her to feel bad. She didn't cook it. & Why cause a scene? It was edible, but we're not coming back. Sorry, we arrived at 3 PM, before the rush scene at 5 PM. So there really was no excuse. You need to taste your food cooks... I am sure there are many who don't know the difference, but I've been to Many Mexican restaurants; including in Mexico. No not your vacation hotspots. I'm talking the real parts of Mexico. (Like Coyocan, (the outskirts in f Mexico City), Merida, Jalisco....etc... There's a huge difference.... ) So, we will still be driving far to find a great Mexican restaurant. The two that I still recommend are La Mera Mera in Libertyville and El Rodero in Streamwood. Both are small little places, but so well worth the trips.. So: They are the closest we can find to being authentic and care for the food they serve.... On to our next suburban hidden find if possible...Good luck!

I love the tacos and all the appetizers so much. But those dang wings are so spicy I was genuinely…read moreicing my mouth after.

This amazing place is based on 3 things: amazing tacos, excellent Mexican beverages and 80s…read moremetal/hair rock. One of my favorites Great food service and ambiance