If I could give them 0 I would worse customer experience. The lady thats in the register didn't get her name latina, dark hair. I came in I was talking to my sister I never asked her anything right away she said theres no seats. I get its rush hour. Her reaction was like no his here first screaming. She was so rude I said were taking it to go. Screaming said what do you want. Excuse me that's not a way to talk to the customers. A previous person left same reason because she was rude. First didn't even greet us. Second has a nasty attitude towards customers. Third dont work in customer service if you don't know how to treat people or talk to them. read more

El Indio is a must in my family. We all go to El Indio for some comfort Mexican food. Some dishes are more traditional than others. The place is packed but the tables move along rather quickly. The table layout could be improved for their own efficiency and more business. More tables for two could speed it along instead of having larger parties having to wait for a table that only two guests are sitting at. Tortas, tacos, gorditas, coffee, agua de horchata - delicious. The jalapeños and carrots en escabeche (pickled) are sooo good. The jalapeños toreados are also such a complimentary touch. Our waitress was so sweet and I should have remembered her name. I will keep coming back to El Indio for consistency and great service. read more

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Took my sister in law who just arrived in Chicago for the first time here and all I can say is WOW!!!! They did not disappoint. Attentive service, delicious food that es very flavorful and good portions as well. Will definitely be coming back read more

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I heard about their vegan options and decided to try them. I thought the food was pretty good, but not amazing. Torta Cubana Vegana (when ordered sans mayo, eggs, or tomatoes) - it was a good sandwich but would've been so much better with vegan; it was dry without it. Vegan mayo is sold pretty much everywhere, so there's really no excuse not to have it as an option when you market and sell vegan sandwiches. Tacos - I tried the soya pastor (no sour cream, no tomatoes) and the soya asada. They were both ok. Nothing that stood out with regards to flavors. They do give you a lot of vegan protein; they aren't skimpy at all with the portion. The horchata was good. read more

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The food here is wonderful. I always get the steak tacos. Staff is friendly. Recommend the empanadas for dessert! read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It seems like every time we go back it gets worse at this location. My family has visited these restaurants since they were a whole in the wall. We know the owners and most of the older staff. So recently we stopped at Indio (63rd & Pulaski) in the afternoon for dinner. The restaurant was cold, freezing if you're sitting next to a window, the bathroom (besides being cold) it had tissue everywhere, even outside the bathroom floor. The toilet was dirty(with urine) the changing table dirty, and no soap..... you wonder if the employees washed their hand b4 touching your food. The wait staff was not great. We waited for the waitress to tend the table behind us(who arrived 10mins after us) to call her over and give us some coffee. Idk that I'd recommended this place anymore. This used to be the place to stop at after someone came in to visit since it's so close to Midway, I'm definitely not going to take anyone here anymore. U don't know what you're going to find. Visit at your own risk! read more

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I love love love this place! On my deathbed, i want my last meal to be a torta de carne asada with everything and a gordita de frijoles and queso with a tall glass of horchata and for dessert, a chocoflan! All from El Indio! This place is phenomenally delicious! The staff are sooooo great and service is always good! Big kudos to Ricardo, our waiter! Who all waiters and waitresses treat the customers with honor and pleasure! Ambience, so it's been awhile since I came back to eat in, i usually take it out to go. But the ambience is always great! read more

While searching on Yelp for vegan restaurants near my home, I came across Indio 2. I'm not vegan, but I am interstested in earning Yelp's Carrot Top badge and it requires visits to vegan restaurants. Two of my Yelp friends had been here and enjoyed their visits, so I really looked forward to mine! It started out well. The place looked nice enough and we easily found a table. Our server showed up pretty quickly and was a very nice young man. He brought us our drinks and took our orders. I ordered a steak burrito minus the lettuce and a cup of coffee. Although the coffee tasted very good, it was lukewarm. I was just happy it tasted strong enough. As we waited for our food, a panhandler stopped at our table asking for a dollar. The guy reads faces very well because we never had to say a word and he moved on to the next table. Deduct one star for allowing panhandlers to approach customers. Our food showed up. I hadn't thought to mention easy on the salt, though I doubt it would have made a difference. I did remember to say "no lettuce" and that was on my burrito. So I tried to pull off as much lettuce as I could as I made my way thru the first half. I figured I would take the second half home and do a better job of cleaning off the lettuce. In retrospect, I wish I would have done that. I mentioned the lettuce to our server. He offered to correct it and took the plate back. That was very nice of him. However, about this time, my friend finished his non-chicken chicken sandwich. He did enjoy his sandwich. I waited for a burrito minus lettuce. My burrito returned and although there was not THAT much lettuce on the first one, this one seemed a lot thinner. I also realized there was no rice in the burrito. I don't believe there was rice in the first one and I thought there was supposed to be. At any rate, I was not feeling all that great eating the first half of the second burrito, so I decided not to eat or take home the other half. My friend was curious about the burrito and tried the half I was going to leave. We then waited a long time to get our check. Minus another star. When I got home, I realized that I would probably feel better if I took some pepto bismal. My friend contacted me after he got home and said the steak burrito did not agree with him either. It's about 4 hours later and time for some more pepto bismal. Minus two more stars. read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - Steak Burrito and Cup of Coffee - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Horrible avocados in tacos and apparently they think it's ok and told me " it's fine all avocados are like that"lol RUN ... if this ok ?? What's their cleaning standards!!! read more

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Spot on ethnic mexican with vegan and vegetarian options. Very good!!! Very close to midway airport and my hotel so a great quick good option. On premise parking - in out and done not expensive. Good portion. Service was awesome and quick!! read more

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Don't tell anyone I went to a VEGAN restaurant. They serve meat too, but I went full-vegan. The L word is over used so it becomes less meaningful, but I really do Lurv this place. My doctor said soy reduces testosterone so I'm not going to make a habit of fake meat, but I always give credit where it's due: The Torta Cubana was out... of... this... world. (Dramatic pauses build suspense). To quote Frankenstein's creation: Bread goood. Very satisfied with the torta. The soy was not detectable as such. Soy chicken, soy sausage, and soy bacon. Nopalitos goood. Nopales are baton slices of cactus sauteed with onions and pasilla peppers. Deep, rich flavor. Best tasting vegetable side I can remember. Texture good and firm too. They have a drive thru, which surprised me. I like the atmosphere inside so I'll never drive thru. Some reviews mention a language barrier but I had no problems. They have a breakfast menu, dessert menu, and all the meat. I don't recall seeing seafood. If I lived closer I could imagine eating here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. But not all the soy. Meat goood. Vegans, vegetarians, and non-hippies alike will enjoy the depth and complexity of this food, and the familial atmosphere. Git here now! P. S. Parking on the street was easy at 8 p.m. on a Friday. Put 2 hours on the meter. read more

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This place came highly recommended by a Yelp friend (thanks again!) The restaurant was easy to find, clean and service was great. Our very nice male server gave us our drinks and brought roasted jalapenos and two tasty salsas. I waited, looked around, waited some more then realized that we weren't getting chips haha. This is the first Mexican restaurant (for me) that doesn't serve chips at the table lol. But I didnt understand why when they place the beautiful salsas in front of you. Of course the salsas went on my tacos and my friend's gordita, but I was puzzled. Their vegetarian food is really good and unique! We tried: "Chicken" taco with nopale and salsa = GREAT "Steak" taco with cilantro and onion and lime = GREAT "Nopales Gordita" = AMAZING but not vegan bcuz of the cheese We both got rice and beans. Rice was excellent, the beans tasted canned and no flavor. Again the salsas were real good. Prices are great. Will definitely be back! read more

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Ordered two soy steak tacos, two soy chicken tacos and a vegetarian burrrito. The vegetarian tacos were on point. Onions and cilantro add an authentic flare. The burrito was so big for the price. That alone, earned them two stars. Also, the salsa they served on the side was so good! I also ordered a medium bean and rice which came in these large containers. I couldn't believe those were the mediums. And they also have a drive thru, which they allowed me to pick up my order from, that I'd called in. They definitely earned a repeat customer. read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - Generous portions. Still can't believe this is only a medium. - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Did not like this place. We asked questions and it seemed the waitress did not understand English very well. After taking our order she came back with some things and placed them on the table, not explaining what they were , whether they were snacks or condiments for what we ordered. I got the vegan chicken tacos which were sufficient and hubby got Nopalitos con Panela which he ate. read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The green pozole was way too spicy. I couldn't even eat it, and I can handle spice. Then they didn't have any of the fixings for the pozole. How can a restaurant not have fixings for a dish they offer? The flan was amazing, that was the best part of the whole meal. read more

This has been my favorite spot for years. It's been a few month s since I went and I was so disappointed. Are they under new managemen? This is not the same food, quality & taste. I guess all good things really do come to an end... read more

I knew this place had veggie options but I had a bad experience at el Faro and thought they were affiliated. I'll be honest I was worried that no one would speak English and therefore not know what "vegan" meant. I hate having to explain sometimes and just wanted some food quickly. Luckily I was able to ask upfront if the soy meat was vegan and they knew what I was talking about, it was a young girl who helped me. There is nothing Vegan on the south side so I'm very happy to find this place. It's not solely a vegan place but they have a vegetarian section which can be veganized. I asked if the soy meat was vegan and was assured it was. I got a taco al pastor no sour cream, asada and chkn style. Really good salsa and I think my favorite was the asada bummed I only got 3! Will be going back soon!! Only 4 stars since I haven't tried anything else read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - 3 vegan tacos 1 asada, 1 chkn, 1 al pastor no sour cream. I was assured the soy meat was vegan and man was it good!! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just had another amazing vegan meal at Indio! My partner in vegan adventures, Lena B. Had the carne asada de soya with a side of black beans. I had the carne asada de soya burrito. When they brought it out I had to have them double check to make sure it was vegan. The meat looked and tasted so real,(from what I can remember). Every thing was so good. Service was great. And it is all so reasonably priced. They even have a drive up window! All they need is vegan flan and horchata and they would be perfect. read more

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I love this place for an affordable most authentic Mexican restaurant. This is my go to breakfast place. Their costillas de puerco are my favorite. The only thing I do not like is using their drive thru-- the food never tastes the same; It's cold and not well done. Overall, I recommend this place to dine in only. read more

Love love love this place! I only go for their vegetarian food! Place is always clean. Friendly . Although the waitresses aren't always around when you need them. At least they don't give you attitude. First time I came here I was pregnant. In 2012 and the service wasn't so great. But as usual the vegetarian food was soo good! I had ordered the veggie burger with sweet potato fries. It came with a side a fruit . The Second time I came here I had the soy tacos de asada! They were freaking delicious!.. I've also had the soy chicken torta. Very good. Love the cheese they put in it! The torta veggie cubana I would say is my favorite torta on the menu! That Chipotle sauce it comes is soo good! not too spicy. .. A must try if you're in the area! I'm fortunate to live close by! ;) read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - Going halfsies with my husband on the soy chicken torta and torta veggie cubana! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Seriously delicious food! I didn't have to order just beans or veggies! They have soy chicken and steak!!! By far the best vegan Mexican food I have had to date. They said the beans and rice did not contain any animal product. They have fresh juice, hot peppers and veggies. I would definitely recommend this place!!! read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - Seating area - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Waited almost 20 minutes for the waitress come and take our order just to tell us they run out of what we wanted service was bad

Spent over $30 and all my food is total garbage. Reheated , hard, stale , disgusting . Ordered 2 Chile relleno dinners and one after the other was gross and drenched in oil . Ordered caldo de pollo it was COLD I hope and pray they did not microwave our food because that's what it looks like . The rice is hard n the beans are dry n stiff read more

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I love that I can enjoy going to an authentic Mexican restaurant again, and be able to order vegan tacos. At first I was like, I hope they made it delicious. I've had some poor attempts at different restaurants. I've had almost every vegan option on this menu. My go to's are tacos soy Al Pastor and their vegetarian Cubano torta. #yum! They have to work on the seasoning for the soy asada and the chicken. It's very bland. Vegan doesn't mean bland. Flavors can be a lot better. Get some comino and onions and garlic going. Make those flavors dance. They have the ingredients to improve those dishes. They just need to focus on it. read more

El Indio Cocina Mexicana - Soy alpastor. So good! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Quick delicious food and right around the corner from home and they never disappoint me and my family. Definitely recommend this place

Delicious Vegan tacos!! I had the soy steak, al pastor and chicken. The rice and beans are delicious too! Can't wait to come back... please open Sundays! read more

This place smacks! The prices are unbeatable for the quality of food they put out. I always get the chile rellenos dinner or the pico de gallo dinner. Hope this places outlasts covid. read more

We had a wonderful experience for a first time visit. Food and service were great. Service person (Nayeli) explained the Vegetarian (Spanish) menu with patience. My advice to all take a trip to INDIO!!!! read more

Wow! Nice casual dining. Scrumptious healthy Mexican food. So glad I found this restaurant on Yelp! Majority of diners are of Hispanic origin, so that tipped me off to the food being fabulous. Love how many veggies were with the meal. read more

Best vegan asada tacos on the southside! My gf really likes the soy chicken with nopales but i like to keep it classic with the soy asada. the soy chorizo is pretty decent too. The only downfall of this place is that lack of a good spicy salsa. A good salsa is half the flavor and experience for me. They do serve two salsas but neither of them are spicy and they both have onion and cilantro which I'm not a fan of. But they do give you a grilled jalapeño, so that saved the entire meal for me lol i def recommend this place tho. The prices are extremely reasonable and service is good. read more

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Some of the BEST vegan food in the city! Such a plus that they don't up charge for it too. This place is about 8 miles and about 30 minutes on a good day down traffic ridden Pulaski from my house and I still make the drive EVERY time I'm home from college. Truly a vegan dream! read more

Great spot for some mexican food, including many vegan options. Guacamole is delicious (that's how I judge my mexican spots). Boyfriend wasn't overly impressed with his veggie burrito I would return if I was in the area but wouldn't make a special trip back. read more

Fast service, attentive waitress & waiters, and good food! What else can you ask for? I love this place

Why?! I loved this place, you guys! I really did. It's hard finding good meatless options in the area and I was sure I'd struck gold. The soy tacos are great. Al Pastor, Tinga and Pollo were my personal favorites. Their agua de Jamaica was a little too sweet for my taste but watered down it was great. Also, the serving was huge so I felt like I had 64 ounces (with it being watered down; not complaining). It was all good until I got up to pay one day and I saw the busboy clear some tables and take the dishes behind the counter. No big deal! Then I saw him grab the the salsa that was just on the table and pour it into a big container. He did the same with the three little salsa containers (the black ones that they bring out with the chips) and left it on the prep table in the kitchen. Curious to see what was to be done with that leftover salsa, the one that the previous guests had JUST (double) dipped their chips into, I lingered around. I wasted time, made small talk with the cashier, inquired about their dessert options... That's when I saw it! One of the taqueros reused the salsa and packed it in to-go containers. Other workers noticed my shocked and disgusted face and nudged the guy to take the big container of used salsa toward the back but the guy that did it smirked and walked away. The damage was done. Not even their great tasting tacos could save their total disregard for food sanitation. Listen, I've worked at a Mexican restaurant. I understand that many people don't finish or just taste the salsa that's brought to the table and leave it, meaning throwing it out is wasteful BUT saving it? That isn't a way to run a restaurant. If you're worried about that then don't fill the containers to the brim. Bring smaller portions of salsa to the table and if the customer wants more than they can just ask. You wouldn't lose money that way and you'd be following proper health regulations. So sadly, I won't be back. read more

Best chicken noodle soup ever! We always get it when someone in our family is sick. Comes with all of the fixings..lime, tortillas, onions, cilantro, and chile. read more

Been here a few times and it is constantly good. I was here yesterday for diner. I had pork meat in green sauce. The meat was tender and the sauce was really good, not too tangy and not too spicy. My friends had chicharron en salsa roja and queso panela a la parrilla (grilled cheese). The queso comes with delicious tomato sauce that some how brings out the flavor of the cheese. This dish also comes with salad, rice and black beans. We have also had the chiles rellenos, they are good (not as good as my moms', but they are good. But again no body makes better chiles rellenos than her so) As said before, they have many of the same dishes as El Faro. the menu is not as extensive. But they do have some of the favorite vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes. Dessert lovers, they have the Faro cake here. Delicious chocolate cake topped with flan and a spread of cajeta, simply delicious. The service is really nice and attentive. read more

The service was super fast and a Mexican restaurant having options for vegans is extremely refreshing. In addition, it's open pretty late and the prices are very reasonable. I look forward to going back soon! read more

I'm a long time resident of the neighborhood and have been going here since they opened. The breakfasts are good and cheap from Huevos Rancheros (the sauce is excellent) to the Soy Chorizo with scrambled organic eggs (no funny after taste) served with rice and beans. The "Torta" veggie "Cubano" is also very flavorful. They really took a giant step up by offering Vegetarian entrees and they havn't failed. They also have good original Mexican soups that are very good and other good lunch/dinner options most under $10. Meat, chicken and pork dishes are also excellent. The wait staff is friendly and personable with carry out on most offerings. This has always been a restaurant, first called "Heap Big Beef" in the 1960's than morphing into an "Arby's" down the road. A solid place for all around good food and choices. read more

Used to go here a lot. My mom went last week and told me the torta's have shrunk considerably and that avocado no longer comes with the torta. You can order it on the side for an extra charge. How disappointing. read more

We've been coming here since they opened and the food is amazing for a super reasonable price. Our favorite dish is the chicken milanesa dinner and the Indios special. The staff is always super nice (with the exception of the owner, he's pretty rude). They no longer serve chips and only serve them if you order guacamole. If you're ever feeling under the weather, order some consume! Indios will always be a neighborhood favorite. read more