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    El Cortez Mexican Restaurant

    3.0 (203 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Irene Kitty L.

    Went on a Tuesday night after work and a pitcher of margaritas was like $12. Came with salsa and it was good. I got the shrimp tacos and my girlfriend got the al pastor enchiladas. Both was pretty delicious. We enjoyed our meals and will definitely go back again.

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    Elizabeth C.

    I get that today is Cinco De Mayo but there is no reason to charge your customers full price if you don't plan on giving then what they pay for. Our tacos where completely without meat. Truly unacceptable and a rip off.

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    1 year ago

    Brought the whole family out for dinner. Service was terrible. And food was terrible. How can you go wrong with fajitas.

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    11 months ago

    Food was good. Chips and salsa were excellent. Beef and steak tacos were very good too. Definitely recommend.

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    Food is consistently good and so is the customer service; I would highly recommend eating here or take out

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    Great Margaritas, staff friendly and very accommodating, food always good, salsa out of this world!

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    Food was decent, nothing to write home about! But I'd go back. They have lunch specials. Bartender was just ok. Margarita was just ok.

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    Very friendly & fast service. Food is very good. Always a good dining experience. Definitely on our list of places to go to.

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    4.2(729 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    One of my favorite places! Food is always fresh and amazing. Jessica was our server, very…read moreknowledgeable and helpful. Top notch service!

    We arrived at Dancing Marlin around 3:15pm on a Friday, just as the early dinner crowd was…read morebeginning to arrive and happy hour (3pm-6pm, Monday through Friday) was getting underway. The interior is very inviting, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It's a versatile space that works well for a romantic dinner, a casual date night, or even an evening out with family. We were promptly greeted by the hostess and seated at a table near the front window. Our server, Naomi, welcomed us right away and immediately made us feel comfortable with her friendly and engaging personality. She brought water to the table, took our drink orders, and returned quickly with our beverages before checking if we were ready to order. After answering a few questions, we decided on the fresh oysters, four-cheese flatbread, and pork belly tacos. The oysters were served first, and Naomi took the time to explain their region and variety, which added a nice touch to the experience. They were fresh, clean, and nicely briny. The four-cheese flatbread was rich and flavorful, made with fresh ingredients that really stood out. We also enjoyed the house-cured pork belly tacos--the meat was tender and well-prepared. I requested the toppings on the side, which was accommodated without issue. Overall, we had a wonderful experience. The service, atmosphere, and food all came together nicely, and we'll definitely be returning again soon.

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    Nice Inside seating

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    Jumbo Crab - Hush puppies

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    3.3(168 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    The calamari and cocktail sauce was very good. Their seafood bread was really buttery and…read moresatisfying. Their hush puppies were too dense for my liking. I had to add salt, pepper and msg to their clam chowder for flavor and the clams were too finely minced. And finally the house special seasoning for their seafood boil could have much more flavor (old bay, lemon juice, more garlic, etc), the potatoes would have been better if sliced in half, sausage had quite a bit of cartilage,, and I had intact shells still on my headless shrimp which was a bit of a pain. but the broccoli was great because it absorbed a lot of the butter sauce.

    The service at this establishment was friendly and helpful. The ambiance is very casual with…read moregraphics on the wall from individuals who have dinned in the restaurant. There are two reasons why I gave this establishment a two star review. I ordered a make your own boil bag. It comes with potato, corn and broccoli. I added head on shrimp, green muscles and sausage. The shrimp was not cleaned properly and the sauce waa salty. It was edible but definitely could of used half the amount of salt that it is prepared with. A person in my group ordered the todays special. When the bill came it was over charged. They did rectify it immediately and removed the "today special sign" from the front door as they indicated it was wrong. So unfortunately anyone who came in after us were not able to order that particular special.

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    Jumbo Crab - Make your own shrimp and green muscle bag with corn, broccoli, potato and sausage.

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    Holy Shrimp! Best Jumbo Shrimp and Seafood Around From the…read morefirst bite to the last, our experience with the jumbo shrimp and seafood here was absolutely unforgettable. If you're a seafood lover, this is the place to dive into. Jumbo Shrimp -- A Must-Try! The star of the show was definitely the jumbo shrimp -- plump, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. Each bite delivered a sweet, briny flavor. Whether dipped in cocktail sauce, buffalo sauce or plain, these shrimp were easily the best I've had in a long time. When they say jumbo, they mean jumbo! I don't think I've ever had larger shrimp. We also ordered lake perch, and brought it home for dinner. We heated it in the air fryer and it was just as good as the shrimp! Both were coated in a light breading, that did not take away from the fish, and fried to a golden brown. They have so many varieties of fish, that we will certainly be back again to try more. Final Thoughts If you're craving top-tier jumbo shrimp and seafood with fresh flavors, Frank's does not disappoint. Highly recommended for seafood lovers and anyone looking to treat themselves to something delicious from the sea! They also serve chicken, and have many sandwich selections, that I can only imagine are just as good! Also should add that the owners are so friendly and nice! A small place that delivers big tastes!

    Holy cow, this place is incredible! We catered Frank's for our sons birthday party. Talk about…read moreimpressive! Would highly recommend using them for your catering needs, great food, great service, and great pricing. Tenders, Italian Beef!, the chicken breasts over rice was a big hit too, and of course the potato wedges were phenomenal. Thank you Jerry and your team!

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    Stoney Point Grill - Stuffed Pretzels.

    Stoney Point Grill

    3.7(192 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    This was our second visit to Stoney Point in the last three weeks, and both times we came…read morespecifically for the Friday Fish Fry. It did not disappoint. The service was extremely friendly and welcoming. Danae was our server again, just as she was on our previous visit, and she delivered the same excellent, attentive service. It's always a great sign when consistency carries over from one visit to the next. The Friday Fish Fry features four pieces of cod, each cut into roughly four-inch portions about the circumference of a quarter. This size allows the fish to cook evenly while maintaining its moisture and flaky texture. The cod is very lightly beer-battered, which we really appreciated--it enhances the flavor without overpowering the delicate taste of the fish. The standard accompaniments are cornbread and a lightly seasoned, fresh jicama slaw. One of the nice touches is the flexibility with sides--you're allowed to substitute fries and/or coleslaw for other options. I opted for a cup of the soup of the day, which was Cajun she-crab (excellent), along with onion straws. There are several other side choices available as well, some with a minimal upcharge. Our second experience was just as enjoyable as the first. We'll definitely be back--not only for the fish fry, but to explore more of the menu.

    Even though the new and improved Chicago Bears let us down last night, Stoney Point Grill did not…read moredo so in the least. The $8 Half Order of Nachos was delicious and enough for two men to eat. The $4 16 oz Bloody Mary was just the right amount of spicy and came with a beer chaser. Excellent value, great service and a happy party atmosphere. So many big screen televisions it would take 10 minutes to count them all. Check it out soon for yourself, you'll be glad you did.

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    Stoney Point Grill - Friday Fish Fry with Corn Bread and Crispy Onion Straws

    Friday Fish Fry with Corn Bread and Crispy Onion Straws

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    Mr. Benny's Steak And Lobster House - Dinner.... Porterhouse....AuGrautins... Mmmmm

    Mr. Benny's Steak And Lobster House

    4.0(260 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    My husband and I went for my Birthday. I had Lobster, it was outstanding. My husband had the Rack…read moreof Lamb also outstanding. Our server was Victoria, very attentive, helpful and friendly. Atmosphere was great. Not noisy, tables placed very nicely, not too close to each other. Definitely would return.

    Mr. Benny's calls itself a "steak and lobster house" - and it is. Unlike places that throw lobster…read morein their menu or in their name, the lobster at Mr. Benny's was outstanding. My wife had the lobster and filet mignon (medium) - the filet could be cut with a fork. The lobster tail was fresh, cooked perfectly, and outstanding. My Delmonico - a cut that you don't see too often, so I ordered it thinking they must really specialize in it - was over done (I ordered medium rare, it came out medium) and a little tough. Mr. Benny's is an "old school" place - and while restaurants like to claim that quaint charm, it could use some updating. What it really means is they don't want to spend money removing the million faux crystal lights, mirrors, and brass-everything, and change out the dingy carpet. It feels trapped in time, but not the right time; like desperately in need of fresh paint and new carpet 1987, not 1967 when it opened. Hence the 4 stars instead of 5. Notably, this place is in MOKENA. It would stand on its own and do well in downtown Chicago, and you will not find a better steakhouse in the southwest suburbs. Not Jack Gibbons Gardens, Cut 158 in Joliet is its equal but much nicer inside (albeit pricier), it's similar to Al's in Joliet, and better than Primal Cut in Tinley. I have been several times and plan to return (next time I'll get the lobster too!)

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    Mr. Benny's Steak And Lobster House - Inside hostess area

    Inside hostess area

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    Vinny's Clam Bar - Roasted oysters

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    4.4(321 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    Still great! Gregory was our waiter this time around. Friendly and attentive. He gave us the low…read moredown on the specials which we all ordered. As always we started with the raw oysters. Love they always have a variety to choose from and fresh. I had the Mixto with shrimp, scallop and salmon blackened. Came with garlic mashed and broccolini which I subbed for green beans. They need to keep this on the menu! It worked for my appetite size as everything was a small portion and the flavor was so good! My other friends also had a special which was Halibut. They raved over that as well. Would like that as a regular menu item! If you go and these are on the menu, you will not be disappointed!

    A couple months ago I left a Yelp review raving about the food and service because everything was…read moreconsistently great. We used to be regulars, going a few times a week every single week. To be clear, the food is still great and the cooks continue to do an amazing job. The issue lately has been the service and overall experience, which unfortunately hasn't been the same over the last couple of months. The only consistency on the service side has been the Hispanic gentleman shucking the oysters ,he's always friendly, hardworking, and deserves recognition. I'm hoping things can get back to the way they used to be because this really was one of our favorite places.

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    Vinny's Clam Bar
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