I have been there three or four times. The food and service have been great. Had chilquilles,…read morechile verde, chili Rellanos. This is the only place that my wife will drink margaritas.​

First time coming here. Large portions. Gustavo was our server. So kind, polite and helpful. Our…read moretable stayed clean. Drinks full. Everything was delicious and flavorful. Place was very clean. Lots of room. TVs to watch also!

We were on our way home from a softball tournament ans decided to stop…read more It is a higher end Mexican restaurant, but portion size and taste cancels out the price. Food was delicious, and service was great!

We hosted a rehearsal dinner here. We made reservations 2 months in advance for the side room, 22 -…read more25 people. The room was ready when we got there and drink orders were taken shortly after. It took 45 minutes for them to take our food order. Our server had multiple other tables in the main dining area. When we talked to the manager about getting our food order taken, we were essentially told we'll get to you when we get to you. Food was delivered within a reasonable time after that except for 2 meals that didn't come out until at least 5 minutes after the last people were served. Our guests also had to go to the bar themselves to order additional cocktails. The food quality was fine, but the service was poor and response to our inquiries to get food ordered was inadequate.

I come here every time I'm forced into town. The monster chimi keeps me sane and makes it all worth…read morewhile and the el Jalisco special is a close second. Food out fast every time.

The chips were particularly good. All the food highly exceeded our expectation at a great value…read more Service was great as well.

FINALLY!!! I've been searching for a new taco joint since moving back from California a few years…read moreago. No place compared until now. Omg.. tbt I'm pissed that I've looked for so long and this whole time there's been a place 30 minutes from me. I'd 1000% make the drive to go back. The sauce is HOT but it tastes great. Their burrito is huge as well, my husband couldn't finish the rest of his food after. I'd post a picture but there's nothing left. Oops ‍

Food is terrible prices were high and the tables were not clean I went on their taco Tuesday and…read morespent over 30$ for 3 people and nobody liked their food even my girlfriend who looks for good in everything couldn't with this food

I have eaten here several times. Their food is delicious. I…read morerecommend this restaurant.

The food and service was really good. The server…read morerecommended the frozen mango margarita and it was tasty. They offer a number fruit options. My entree was good and it was so much meat. The shrimp was one of favs but all of it was flavorful. I would go back if I'm in Carbondale.

Being from California (and on Ca time) my party didn't expect much for a late dinner in southern…read moreIllinois. Especially concerned about quality of Mexican food in this tiny town in Ill. Thus, we were hesitant...but hungry with little expectations. Upon entry, we were pleasantly surprised to hear Mexican music and Spanish speakers in the back. I had hope! Although the salsa was bland (& I avoid spicy), we shared the taco plate and a nachos. We were not disappointed. However, I recommend skipping the mojito entirely- I had to send it back. And yes, i know mojito is a cuban drink. They knew we weren't from town, lol- so we got to talking and learned they had roots from Mexico, then grew up not terribly far from me in Ca. He admitted they've had to adjust the way they make some items due to the mid-west clientele they have who aren't used to anything remotely authentic.

The atmosphere is like you are family. The owner/manager (…read moreI don't know which he is) greets you while you are there. They promptly take your order and bring you chips & salsa with little bowls to pour the salsa in, so everyone at the table has their own bowl. The prices are good and the food is great! We usually end up with a to-go box because the servings are generous.

Great food and always great service by everyone. The inside is clean and a good menu as well as a…read moregood buffet offering. Again the friendly service is what keeps me coming back. Merry Christmas.

UPDATE: As per my last review it feels good to be right when it comes to restaurants. This place is…read morethriving. So much so that they have now built on an addition for more seating. This place is amazing for our little town. We are still regulars here they are consistent with everything. They have Karaoke on Monday nights, great drink and food specials and a buffet at lunchtime. We will always be customers here. Try them out if you have not.

Have been there several times,, always take my 91 year old mother,, the staff is very helpful,…read morehelping me to get her from the car inside, and then helping back out. Food is some of the best I've had of any Mexican restaurants.

Absolutely delicious Mexican food in Murphysboro. Loved it. Previous visits to the area we have…read moregone to a Mexican restaurant in Carbondale with a liquor license - thinking that that El Jalisco did not have the same. Glad to know we were wrong. Delicious margaritas - and - the quesabirria tacos? Oh my goodness - I can't get enough. SOOOO delicious. We were there with three adults and one toddler. Two of us devoured the quesabirria and could not stop raving about how delicious they were. Rick enjoyed a burrito - and the chips and salsa kept the ten month old in our party very happy. Will definitely be back on our next trip to Murphysboro. And while I love to try different dishes - the memory of that quesabirria taco has me salivating. Ohhhh - so good!

One of the best restaurants around for Mexican cuisine. The staff is always friendly and helpful,…read moreand the food is consistently delicious. I've been many times and have never had a sour experience.

Salsa taste like tomato sauce not any flavor to it. drinks were overly sweet. Everything else was…read moredecent though

10/10. Service, food, and atmosphere were all great! We will definitely be back next time we are in…read morethe area.

Fantastic service and the food is always on point I highly recommend Checos if you're really…read morelooking for great service and wonderful food