Chanced upon this place one time coz I was looking for good guacamole. So off course I was tempted to order more than just the guacamole but their guac is really good tho. I ordered my go to tripe tacos and no other way than to have it cooked crunchy! I would definitely come back! I liked their service and the place was simple. They do have space for groups but parking is limited. Tuesdays they have taco specials but only cash payments! Something to take note of. Happy eating! read more

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I stopped in while passing through Mount Prospect for a carry-out steak burrito dinner and steak taco. A cherubic counter lady took my order and I sat at an ergonomically pleasing booth. The food was done in a reasonable amount of time and I was on my way. Everyone loved their food!! The steak had no gristle or fat to gross anyone out, and the rice and beans were delightful. I'll gladly return to this nice storefront when in the area! read more

Went on Cinco de Mayo, and also on a Tuesday for specials.Place was packed as expected and the restaurant was like a Fiesta. We ordered the specials on Tacis which was only $2 if paying in cash and steak fajitas. Both were delicious and taste great, even the Modelos beer was half price. We've been here before, and we'll be back again, this time we'll eat in, since it was very crowded at the time. read more

Food is always good! Staff always friendly. We especially like the carne asada burritos, tacos and the carne asada enchiladas with mole, chile rellenos, torta milanesa. Tried the parrillada for carry out this time. More than enough food for 4! read more

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Food was Okay, definitely Not the best I've had. Found a hair in my daughter's torta & the staff didn't take any responsibility. Or even apologize for the incident. read more

Pueblo Viejo is a favorite amongst the locals in the Mount Prospect area. We had heard that they had great Mexican fare, so we decided to stop by for an earlier lunch. Their menu is pretty extensive, offering breakfast items, tacos, tortas, burritos, tostadas, and Mexican entrees; they also have char-grilled burgers, hot dogs, gyros, wings, and even a pizza puff for those who do not want to partake in Latin items. We ordered 2 Chimichanga dinners, which came with a side of rice and refried beans: +one filled with asada (skirt steak) +and, one filled with al pastor The burritos/chimichangas come filled with bean, sour cream, cheese, tomatoes, and lettuce; with the asada, I opted out of the tomatoes and lettuce, whereas the al pastor included everything. Both chimichangas come topped with melted cheese and a suizo/ranchero sauce - the asada was requested to come with the melted cheese on top and the al pastor without; both were requested to have the suizo/ranchero sauce to come as a side. While the chimichanga was deep-fried well and was crispy, the asada was extremely bland. I was also surprised at the 'melted cheese' on top - they were literally slices of white cheese, haphazardly melted; it would have been so much better if it was the shredded cheese or even queso. The ranchero sauce was runny and watery, and didn't do much to add onto the chimichanga for flavor. The al pastor was enjoyed much more, as it was stated to be more flavorful; I'm thinking that seeing the al pastor on the spit, this is the more popular protein of choice. We did inquire if they sold the meat by the pound, which they did ($13.99/lb). A 'dinner' isn't necessary, as the rice and the refried beans were forgettable; the rice was flavorless, and the refried beans were goopy and unseasoned. Three type of hot sauces in bottles were provided, which you can use to your heart's content; we preferred the creamy habanero version, as it provided a nice kick to the meal. You can dine-in and take a seat anywhere and menus will eventually come; there were plenty of carry-out orders as well. A basket of chips and thin, runny salsa were provided as complimentary. Service was fine, but somewhat inattentive and on the slower end; we requested an extra plate, but silverware didn't come with. The place encompasses two 'units', so there are a good number of tables in there. The place could be more cool and well-ventilated; when we dined in, it was muggy and extremely warm inside. I'm glad I was able to try this place out, but not sure if I'd go out of my way to return - it was a bit overhyped, based on the other rave reviews. Parking available in the small plaza lot. +has chimichangas on the menu +weird 'melted cheese' situation +slow service +warm inside! +parking available in small lot read more

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One of the best Mexican restaurants in Mount Prospect. Great chicken and fish tacos, get them with cilantro and onions!

Nice little spot in Mount Prospect. Solid chicken burrito dinner with rice and beans.

Came for taco Tuesday to have the SLOWEST service ever. Over an hour for just tacos. When they came, the meat was so burnt I had to return it (which took a while to get someone to come over to see how our food was). Food wasn't special enough to deal with such horrible service. read more

I order the same thing every time I go there, and it is delicious every single time. Food does not disappoint. The service is incredible and it's extremely well managed and walkable from a lot of houses. The employees are also incredibly nice and don't give anybody a bad time. Best Mexican restaurant ever. read more

Some pretty decent tacos with very nice staff. Forgot to take pictures of my tacos...my bad! read more

Pueblo Viejo - Mexican Near Me - Mount Prospect, Illinois

Ordered a taco salad with steak for pick up and was pleased to see how huge it was! The tortilla shell held everything in and tasted light and flaky. The steak inside was a bit dry but overall this was a solid taco salad bowl that satisfied my craving. read more

Pueblo Viejo - Taco salad with steak - Mexican Near Me - Mount Prospect, Illinois

They have taco Tuesday for $2.00 but you must pay Cash. If you pay with a card it regular price. They have a lot of things on the menu. I got a couple tacos to try and a torta. The torta was good but could be better if it had less big onion, they should normally add aguacate and jalapeño it would be way better. The meat was good just that I got a piece with a lot of fat and I don't like that. The cecina taco was very good and tender and juicy. The steak was okay rather have cecina for the same price. The chorizo is not to good, it has a weird taste. The Al pastor was really good just needs pineapple. The hot sauce where amazing except for the green sauce, the other three are five stars. Service was good just that the tv was super loud. Very good food recommend if in the area read more

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Small and quaint with good food. The service was perfect. The margaritas leave a lot to be desired but the food and service are worth returning for. read more

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literally the best mexican in the area! we love it here so much and if you check out the facebook groups.. this place is usually the top recommended mexican spot in the area! my favorite go-to is still the chicken taco salad. they make the bowl when you come in to pick ip the order so that it maintains the crunchiness. the quantity and quality of the food is just hearty and delicious! the salsa is excellent. they have tvs to watch sports and can seat a decent amount of people. one of our favorite places we crave! read more

Quick easy delicious the shrimp quesadilla is great and their tortas are great quality as well

I keep coming back here and these guys never disappoint. Friendly service every time and the food is alway phenomenal. Pro tip come on taco Tuesday for $2 select tacos. Cash only read more

I've been a customer of many Pueblo Viejo chain restaurants for decades and have always thought the food was decent: However, the Pork stew was not stew. It was just fried carnitas mushed up and sautéed with onions peppered and tomato. Definitely not what one expects when ordering a guisado. By far the worst guisado I've ever eaten and it cost 15 bucks.?!?!? Stick to tacoss I guess... read more

loveeee their food! My favorite thing to get is their Cali Burrito. The salsas they provide are great and flavorful. I also love the al pastor and the make it fresh everyday. Service is good. read more

Love the tacos al pastor here. Great little place that puts all the effort into the food.

Absolutely delicious food with kind staff! They go above and beyond for the customer, insuring that any dietary issues are addressed and met. Even with modifications the food was authentic and plentiful and the prices are fair. The restaurant is clean with a nice atmosphere. This is the best Mexican food I have found in the northwest suburbs! They cook everything fresh, make their own guacamole, rice and sauces in house as well as trim the meats so they are lean and flavorful. Do not pass up giving Pueblo Viejo a try; you'll soon become addicted and a life long customer! Also if you live in the area, they offer delivery which is handy//we actually discovered them through family friends who had some food delivered and we have been going ever since! read more

still a 5 star little mexican spot in des plaines went for the tacos this time (asada, carnitas, lengua) with rice and beans and everything was to perfection love coming to pueblo viejo to get my taco fix read more

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Little strip mall restaurant with authentic Mexican cuisine. Chips and salsa on your table, 4 levels of hot sauce available. My Dad has declared this to be his favorite restaurant. Clean and brightly decorated. He gets the grilled shrimp dinner. I have enjoyed a fajitas which were good, the steak was a little tough though. I'd try chicken nextime. We ordered a side of guac too. We also tried the chicken enchiladas which were more than one could eat. All served with rice, beans and lettuce. It is not a fancy place but a good basic restaurant with a steady flow of folks looking for traditional food. read more

Pueblo Viejo - The best mexican food! We love it here so much. They have taco Tuesday for 2$ ! Amazing Highly recommend this spot! read more

We were in the area and picked up some carry out to take home. We loved everything we ordered. The guacamole was delish and the chips were really good. We both had the two taco (steak) dinners. Everything was seasoned well and the red sauce that came with it was great. The green sauce was too spicy for us, which is odd because I normally prefer verde sauce. The taco dinners included a medium soda, so all in all, it was pretty close to perfect. Wish we lived closer. read more

Pueblo Viejo - Mexican Near Me - Mount Prospect, Illinois

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Grabbed carryout the other evening. It was a slow, quiet, Tuesday night and it looked as if employees were 'winding down' for the evening despite the time being an hour to close. I planned to join a friend's family for dinner and I was requested to grab the order on my way. Reviews looked solid so I was looking forward to dinner. Plus, from the looks of the salsas they offered, they have the good kind. Which have a specific coloring from the vegetables used in its preparation. Few taquerias in Chicagoland use this recipe, the spicy to milder options are creamy with a substantial kick. Please understand, I'm talking about the topping salsas used to add heat. Not to be confused with salsa eaten with chips. That too I think is satisfying but I only used it as a condiment. About the tacos. There was an option to have them authentic with onions and cilantro or with lettuce & tomatoes. The tacos themselves; despite being prepared at carryout, were overcooked. I needed to douse them in salsa. The steak was chopped tiny like Chiclets chewing gum. Cooked well done so the moisture was gone and I could hardly tell if it was seasoned. I was told the AL Pastor is flavorful.. Again, so dry. I was choking while eating and needed water to get the food down. I ended up passing on the last taco. When preparations are that awful, I won't waste valuable calories or stomach space on overcooked food. I guess we could chalk this up to a one-off, being that weeknights in the sleepy burbs are still slower due to the pandemic. But still, money was paid for food and there is a transactional guarantee that the food should be decent, tasty, satisfying? Meh. Nice people. read more

Is it the absolute best Mexican I've ever had? No, but the food is very well done. The staff is very friendly and if you're lucky enough you'll catch them eating with their families. That speaks volumes to me. Their salsas are delicious, the tacos and burritos are worth a try. read more

Open later in the evening. Loved the tacos. The enchiladas were flavorful and plentiful. Lots of good chips and guac. The staff was extremely friendly and professional. read more

Came here after spending the afternoon at the pool with my family. Was starving and exhausted so we ordered takeout. Service was quick and accommodating. Food was hot, fresh and delicious when we got home. Will be coming back for sure. read more

We came here for dinner tonight since my sister hadn't had tacos in a while. I ordered the al pastor (fine), shrimp (best out of all of them), tripe (I don't know if they gave me intestine instead because it was tubular with stuff inside. I've had it in small chunks) while my sister had the shrimp, steak and chicken? (Dry) taco with steak sopa (meat had good flavor but I wasn't a fan of the actual sopa). Boy had the enchiladas with ground beef and steak. Service was friendly and the menu is expansive. I'd go back for the shrimp tacos! Plus the complementary house salsa and chips are good! read more

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Great service and food was decent. Reasonably priced, had the chicken flautas and langostinos. read more

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We got the milanesa pollo torta, Al pastor and chorizo tacos, and horchata. Everything was great and totally hit the spot! We were really pleased. read more

Excellent hole in wall. Always love good food & service. When your the only Gringo in the restaurant tells me they need more reviews... The locals know what's up though... read more

Torta was huge and delicious! Tacos were great. Good beans and rice. Amazing homemade salsas with three levels of heat. Friendly, family feeling. Everything you could ask for from a neighborhood Mexican restaurant. read more

I absolutely LOVE this place. I tried their tacos at the Mount Prospect farmer's market and was blown away. Now Taco Tuesdays is my go-to with my bf. Carnitas and al pastor with onions and cilantro are my favorites although their fish taco is also excellent! They give you some fresh salsa and chips to enjoy while you wait, and we finish it in five minutes or less (so yummy). And then the arrival of the tacos equals bliss. Ask to try all four of their salsas. I love love the tomatillo one and my bf loves the creamy avocado jalepeno. The red salsa is super hot so beware if you are a lightweight to heat. I tried their horchata for the first time and that was so delicious. If you go, ask for Saavy. She's so sweet and we love seeing her every week! read more

Just not good. Asada was dry, like it had been sitting for hours. Classic vibe just very underwhelming.

I have been going here for years because the food is incredible but the waitress charged me for extra chips and salsa. They haven't charged me for it before, and when I asked for more she didn't mention it to me. We got into an argument over 2 dollars and she couldn't admit that she should have told me prior. She even told me that this change happened recently, and the salsa bowl is smaller than before. read more

Delicious food! Place is sparsely decorated but who cares when the tacos are so good? Service is quick and staff is friendly.

Best chicken tacos and very reasonably priced food. Highly recommend. We've ordered from here multiple times and it's always consistent and taste great. read more

Tacos are suitable for a quick lunch. I would recommend this spot for something casual.