I could forgive having to wait an hour for our food since it was Cinco de Mayo and they were slammed. I cannot forgive them ruining two meals because they ran out of ranchero sauce and, instead of letting us know and asking us to change our orders, they decided to serve our food with canned tomato sauce. Italian style burrito? No thanks. read more

Good food, great service and nice clean place. Hubby ordered the steak chilaquiles and I had the steak fries and Quesa-Taco, EVERYTHING was delicious! First time here and would come again! read more

I came here to eat today on 5/5/25, yes, Cinco de Mayo. I was pleasantly surprised and very blessed to be at this restaurant today! They have great service here! Dulce the owner is just as Sweet as her name! The restaurant was clean inside and out. It has a cute, festive decor, especially today as I was here on the 20th anniversary of the restaurant!!! Congratulations Dulce on 20 years for Dulce Margaritas restaurant!!! They brought me out water and free chips and salsa. I ordered a three tacos plate. The three meats I chose were steak, chicken, and Chorizo. All 3 tasted great! My first favorite is always steak, but wow was the Chorizo taco really tasty. They have a wonderful green salsa. The beans and rice were a good compliment to the tacos. Thank you Dulce for letting me celebrate 20 years with you on my first visit here! This day is unforgettable!!! If you haven't eaten here yet, what are you waiting for??? read more

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First time ordering milanesa torta, not impressed. Meat was too thin, not worth the price.

So good everytime! This is my favorite Mexican food spot. I love every item I've tried. I appreciate the unique items they have as well that I don't typically see at Mexican restaurants. Wonderful drinks and service! read more

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We went for dinner on a week night. The staff was really nice and service was quick. Chips and salsa come out first. The chips are awesome! Crispy, layered, very good, and the salsa was nice. For dinner I had the 3 taco dinner (pastor). The tacos were very tasty, the corn tortillas were fresh, pastor had great flavor and the onion and cilantro garnish was fresh. The two salsas they brought with the dinner were great, one was hot, and the milder one was nice and tangy. My companion had fish tacos which she said were the best she has found in the area! Prices were very reasonable, overall we will go back again. read more

Love the food and service. Great margaritas!! Green enchiladas are the best! And love that they will customize and order to your liking!

Absolutely love the Beria tacos, ceviche and what can I say the raspberry margaritas the service is absolutely perfect and the atmosphere and environment couldn't ask for anything better very grateful for tastiness the chefs really outdo themselves read more

Good food, really great family that owns it, dulce and margarita frequently are there. Restaurant is named after the mom ( margarita) and daughter ( dulce) great service ,friendly ppl! read more

Wrote about this on TripAdvisor, sharing it here too. No one should experience what we did. HORRENDOUS, AVOID AT ALL COSTS absolute garbage. It was terrible. Had to track down the server several times. When we finally placed the order we sat there for 45 mins waiting for the food. We didn't have hours for lunch so we all placed pretty simple fast-food orders. Two steak tacos - no rice and beans, one steak quesadilla no rice and beans, one taco salad, and one order I cannot share as the person ordered in Spanish. But I'm sure it was very quick prepare kind of stuff. We got chips and salsa, if you could call it that. I was surprised that they offered it, but now I realize it was because the food wouldn't be coming out anytime soon. I looked for the server several times to determine how much longer we would have to wait. It's coming, I was told. Meanwhile, the clock was ticking. It got to a point where I thought, well I think I'll have to ask her to give us to go containers because we won't be able to finish in restaurant. Then, it became clear that we would not be able to eat there at all as the time came when we simply had to leave. Had it been just me, I would have left without paying. That's just how bad it was. When we asked for the check, the food magically appeared, except for one order, the most important order. We asked for the to-go containers and mine was too small, but I just dumped what I could in it and called it. Still waiting for the one remaining order. Was told that the cook made a mistake on the steak quesadilla and made chicken instead. So we had to wait for that. It finally came and of course we had to box it up ourselves. The server apologized and I guess that's something. She offered us free guacamole when we came again. Not likely. Absolute Sh-t show. Never again. Oh, most importantly, the food was horrendous. I had a taco salad. How you mess it up is beyond me but they did. Flavorless threw it away. Just terrible. Just asked about the Steak quesadilla. Horrible. Such a shame read more

Best chips I've had in my life! I didn't know chips could be so unique - crispy, light, salty, pockets of air - I crave them every day!!!! The chunky guacamole is the best! Perfect balance of all the flavors! I need it every day! The salsas and pico de gallo are perfect! Top it off with excellent customer service! Lots of smiles and enthusiasm - made me feel special and important - I CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK!!!! read more

We stopped in on Monday for lunch, our waiter was so sweet and attentive as soon as we walked in the door. Food was hot, drinks were good! I'll be definitely returning, it's so cute inside. read more

Cute and quaint place near our hotel. We're from out of town, and just needed something quick and easy. This was some of the best Mexican food we've had!! We had the chimichanga, taco salad, enchiladas, and the shrimp tacos. All were very very good. The flavors for each meal were incredible! Definitely recommend! read more

Dulce Margaritas - Chicken and beef enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

Quite, easy and good. The service was great, the food was very yummy. We had a great time just talking and chilling. A bit on the pricey side and their red sauce is tasty read more

The food was FIRE, the service was excellent, and the place was amazing... The chips n guacamole is the best in all of Lake County and I'd say all of Chicagoland. read more

The service is very nice , food is interesting I couldn't make out if there was to much vinegar in the sauce on my chilaquiles or it was sour oh ya I found where the salt was it was on my really small piece of steak here a tip maybe put some salt and lime juice in the guacamole it have a good taste it better then just blahhh and just a fyi people when you order guacamole and Chips the first batch of chips you been eating when you sit down count as your chips because as we were told some times people don't eat all the chips so they will not bring you the chips with the guacamole so it not wasted and thanks for the can salsa and if they keep opening the back door then people food will get cold fast read more

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Amazing food! The carne asada is delicious, Baja fish tacos mouth watering and the margaritas are refreshing. The service is exceptional!!! The BEST Mexican food in the area!!!! read more

Dulce Margaritas - 3 Taco Dinner - Mexican Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

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Stopped here after a visit to Six Flags. Got the steak fries appetizer and the beef enchiladas. Absolutely delicious!! Would definitely stop by again in the future. read more

Everything was wonderful. Authentic Mexican cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Excellent service as well. read more

Dulce Margaritas - Pozole! - Mexican Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

Maria and family put together a wonderful experience. Love this place. Shrimp Acapulco is amazing. read more

Whatca great gem! The service was attentive and the food was great and well flavored. The Bistec Ranchero was tender and the rice was a 10. I'll be back here for sure! read more

I've ate at this place a lot so this review is based on today interaction with the owner. Prior to this visit I will admit the food is good and the staff was always friendly. Today I was given a menu and the prices on the menu weren't updated. I ordered my food and I wasn't charged until they handed me my food. My final bill did not represent what was on the menu. I spoke with the owner and she offered to give me all my money back but I told her I just what yo be charged what the menu reflects. After that, she begins to place blame on me saying businesses should be able to increase they price and how the prices on the menu were the same since 2017. I tell her she should but as someone spending my money I should be informed about these price changes. She shows me a different menu and at the bottom of it in a blue sharpe that's partially scratched out prices subject to change. That was written on 1 menu and I explain to her that wasn't the menu that was handed to me. She continue to exercise her frustration blaming me for her mishap. If she would of took the time to explain the prices have changed or took the time to update her menus or even took the time to write with a sharpie on each menu prices are subject to change I would of honored it. Most owners would apologize for something that is their fault. Not this one. And I want to remind everyone even though she offered to give me all my money back I still told her no, I wanted to pay what was reflected on the menu. Be careful when ordering here. But anyone who works for their money should be able to spend their money how they want with no judgment. I actually liked this place but unfortunately she will not be getting anymore of my business. read more

Dulce was incredibly sweet when I ordered catering for my grandfathers 70th and was very communicative. The food was a hit and it made my life a million times easier. Thank you so much! read more

This place was just okay...the al pastor was very greasy on my sope but the steak on my tacos was very good. We ordered loaded nachos that came out with canned cheese !!! I'm lost on this one. The one thing that I truly didn't understand was them charging for a chip and salsa refill????? I've never ever seen that at any Hispanic restaurant!! I don't think I'll return especially since there's several other better options. read more

Dulce Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

This is a tiny Mexican restaurant on the corner of rt.45 and rt.120 by Walgreen's. I stumbled upon this place because I was on my way to class from work and my tummy was rumbling. So, I decided to stop by Subway. As I was walking into Subway, I saw Puerto Acapulco next door... with a daily special of $1 Tacos Tuesday! How could I pass?! So I decided to try it out. The second I walked in I was greeted by a very friendly lady who was telling me all about the best items on the menu. I asked if I could get the taco special for carry out and she was more than willing to do so. I ordered a chicken taco and a ground beef taco. They were a bit small but I got more than I paid for! I also ordered a tamale... everything was fantastic! The prices at Puerto Acapulco are all very reasonable and everything is cooked fresh to order. The restaurant itself could use some remodeling, but the food was so good I can overlook that! The friendly lady at the counter gave me a to go menu and told me to call ahead to place my order next time so I do not have wait. read more

Little dive restaurant inside a strip mall, but offers fantastic service and a decent food with good prices. Was a little hesitant walking in, but was very pleasantly surprised. Food came up quick too. Would definitely recommend read more

I have only missed one Taco Tuesday in the last year. This is the SPOT! Enchiladas are always a hit too. Go for the green sauce!

Have been wanting to try the food here. It's was delicious! And the staff was very friendly and accommodating. You won't be disappointed here! We will be back! read more

Fresh, Amazing Baja tacos! Friendly service from Dulce. Only drawback was pop in a can. Would have liked fountain drink with refills.

Offering takeout during covid. This place always has the kindest people working and the BEST food. Their guacamole is great, but their pico de gallo is out of this world good. Highly recommend anything al pastor or carne asada. SO GOOD!!!! read more

Dulce Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

Steak tacos were ok. Very rude women who served me for takeout. $15.50 for 3 steak tacos (no sides) and a flat Pepsi. No thanks!

My wife and I have become regulars at Puerto Acapulco. We love the service, the friendly family staff, and of course, the food. Candy, the owner, is just wonderful! When our son turned one, we decided to use them to Cater his birthday party. Everyone, including our Au Pair (who is from Mexico), loved the food. Feeding over a hundred people can be a chore, and serving them food that stays delicious all day doubly so. Candy whipped up a delicious spread, and we really just gave her some suggestions on what we wanted, and let her take care of the rest. We are truly grateful to the staff of Puerto Acapulco for making our son's 1st birthday a tasty event! We love this Place!!!! read more

Best tacos! Really cheap!! Although the place is kinda grimy and the staff are not spectacular. But the food is totally worth it! Just wish they had take home menus!!! read more

The cocktail de ceviche appetizer is amazing!!! So good. The chicken tacos are shredded chicken. The salsa is also amazing! read more

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I love the food... they have one of the biggest burritos that i have ever had...Pretty good prices...they always have the special of the day which is usuall a dinner plate which is the main course rice and beans for 5.99. cant beat it...On Tuesdays they have dollar tacos..where u gonna get that.I love this place..only place i eat mexican in Grayslake! read more

We eat here ALL the time...at least once a week. The food is amazing and the service is prompt and friendly. We are vegan/vegetarian and gluten-free, and have NEVER had an issue after eating here. Great place for authentic Mexican food. The tortas are outstanding! Steve S. Grayslake read more

I love Mexican food & this has been my go to place ever since moving to the area. They're asada & chorizo tacos are the bomb. Note that for their taco Tuesday of $1 that only chicken & ground beef are available. I'll pass. But anyways the tacos are so savory & that green salsa. Mmm mmm mmm. Not to mention they're refrief beans are so flavorful & creamy I often time get them as a side on their own. read more

You can clearly see by the average of 4 1/2 stars that it's good food. It's always good. Huge portions, low price. Idk why that place isn't ever packed. I usually go in and there's maybe one other table sat. The food is so good, it should be packed always. Excellent food! read more

Dulce Margaritas - What's left of my quesadilla. So good - Mexican Near Me - Grayslake, Illinois

Wow. Some of the best strip mall Mexican I've had in a long time. I had one of the biggest burritos here and it was fantastic. Excellent food and great service. Stopped in here in between work meetings and the staff was wonderful. Food came out fresh and quickly, our server kept the drinks coming and was making sure we had everything we needed. I'd definitely stop in here again if I'm in the area. read more

Last week I visited, and remembered--the Horchata is amazing, very yummy and when they have flan--it's creamy & carmel combination is delicious. I love their daily specials. Usually I look for the owner, Candy, to chat and catch up, see how her mom is doing. this warm family restaurant is definitely my favorite. This is a divey place, but the food is worth it! There is a $10 minimum on credit card purchases. read more