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    El Cortez Mexican Restaurant

    3.2 (160 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Where are the shrimp???
    Atina M.

    They CHEAT you out of your order. ESPECIALLY if it's to go!!!! I spent $50 and I ordered a meal that included steak,shrimp, refried beans AND rice. They argued me down that I had to pay extra!!! For things that come WITH THE MEAL! THIS is the steak and shrimp fajitas and they charge 2.50 per shrimp.

    The best house margarita around!
    Chris E.

    Back again with a couple friends for a little dinner on their covered patio. Tonight I ordered The Manny - which is basically a smothered grilled chicken dish.. poblano peppers, tomatoes, onions and avocados... served on top of their rice.. it's incredible. They serve it with a side of this hot sauce that's really good. The couple with us got the Pollo Carbon and Chorizo and Eggs. My wife went with one her standbys - Beef Enchiladas Verde. Washed down a great meal with a couple pitchers of their house margaritas... again, these drinks are like candy. You can't stop at just one. Service tonight on the patio was a bit slow, and that sometimes happens when you eat on their patio. Didn't bother us much because we weren't in a rush.

    Loved the hospitality the vibe and the food ! MUST TRY ! The mini burritos  ! Thank your I the staff !
    Roberto C.

    Loved the hospitality the vibe and the food ! MUST TRY ! The mini burritos ! Thank your I the staff I will be back !

    Fillete Estrella

    Been eating at Cortez since original Blue Island place ,. for e over 30 years. A must try !!!Authentic !!!!!!!

    Skirt steak
    Mattikush C.

    Great staff and authentic food. Tacos r fire. But i get the skirt steak just make sure u get it medium not rare othetwise u cant even chew it lol. Pina colada they got strawberry versioms too plus they let u vape but overall great mexican joint. It has a bar and two dining areas, with gambling too.

    Lisa R.

    We were traveling in the area and looked for great Mexican restaurant. El Cortez was listed as #1. I try to share good parts of places during these times. There is ample parking and there are even slot machines in front area of restaurant. Bar area seems like a good space. Not sure why there are so many great reviews because I found food and service below par. Prices are decent, and sides tasted ok, however the meat in the taco dinner was lacking seasoning. We had to ask for water, additional chips/salsa and hot sauce for our food. Overall 2 stars.

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    Stealth R.

    We had ordered some food and drinks at the location. The food was acceptable, but the drinks were terrible. He's why I labeled the drinks terrible. We ordered Margarita's with an upgrade in tequila. We ordered top shelf tequila Casamigo's but received a mixto or lower than tequila, making us feel illness. We both had a Hugh headache like never before. The next was ruined because of substandard alcohol. We wanted what we paid for, but now they have lost our business. BUYER BEWARE!

    I am here!!!

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    3 months ago

    There is a reason this restaurant is packed on a Friday night! Delightful service, authentic Mexican food, and delicious margaritas!

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    1 year ago

    Love them so much very good tacos and drinks . Always bring myself and kids here they lock there tacos and have nice music

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    11 months ago

    Love their mole sauce on enchiladas. May be jarred but I do want mole when I order enchiladas. Love their guacamole.

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    2 years ago

    Great drinks and the best chips and salsa In town. Overall the food is good and worth a trip.

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    Good Mexican food at reasonable prices. I like and recommend this restaurant. Would gladly eat here again.

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    The food was really good! Fast and fresh! Definitely will be my go to spot for authentic Mexican food.

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