My fiance and I were in the area to see a play that was across the street. The play was called Port of Entry and it is recommended that you see it if possible. We did not have much time left until the play started and I was hungry so we tried this Mexican Restaurant. I cannot speak to parking as my fiance and I took Uber to the restaurant. When we go to the restaurant, we were able to be seated immediately. They have a pretty large selection of foods that you can order. If we had more time, I like to think if we had more time, that I would have looked at the menu longer and find something that was more authentic Mexican. This time, I ordered the hamburger. If you are rolling you eyes right now, you are not alone. My fiance did the same think and even mimicked the shame scene from Game of Thrones. The burger turned out to be exactly what I needed for this night. It came out quickly and was very tasty. A note is that I did see a large table of people and after that left, another large group took their place. I mention this for anyone looking for a place for a large group. I recommend this place for their quick service. read more

While the food was good, the overall experience was disappointing due to the service. Our bill was over a hundred dollars, and despite that, we waited 15 minutes for the check while the waitress was in the back serving herself alcoholic shots instead of bringing it over. Another waitress had to deliver the check. Throughout the visit, staff seemed focused on flirting with each other and the kitchen staff, which created an uncomfortable and unprofessional atmosphere. The food itself was very good, but the service did not match that quality. read more

Had hair in my food. Yuck. They tried to blame my husband for the hair. (He has black hair). The hair in it was blonde.

I was waiting for my takeout food. I just had done a long bicycle ride. so sure I may have been sweaty. But the server was playing around with the host at the front desk, and holding her nose. Guess she didn't notice I was about to take a selfie! haha! read more

Restaurant Los Molcajetes - Server indicating to hostess I was smelly after a bike ride, but caught by a selfie shot! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Was craving a Molcajete and thought I would try out this neighborhood spot down the street from my office. Friendly staff, and a truly delicious stone bowl of goodness that hit the spot! Steak, chicken, and chorizo, piping hot with beans, cacatús, and cheese. Very very reasonably priced for the amount of food you get, maybe just a different cut of steak, was a bit tough on texture but excellent on flavor. If using a credit card they do include a 4% surcharge. Check them out! read more

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Favorite Mexican place! My go to are 3 chicken tacos w/ onions and cilantro. Rice and beans on the side.

We've never had anything bad here. Steak tacos are good quality. Rice is fantastic. Beans are just like I like them. And their red salsa...omg. read more

Meh. So came here 9/19/20 @ around 1:00 and was really surprised with the lack of service at this restaurant. First of all, nobody came for us at the front so we took it upon ourselves to seat ourselves. Then as other tables were getting chips and salsa, our table did not. Our waitress finally came and honestly rushed us through our entire order. We had the had tostada, mar y Tierra Molcajete, two miches, and a pozole. The food was definitely decent but the meat was a tad overdone. Another thing that blew me was I guess there is a thing two mirror that separates the kitchen from the parlor area of the restaurant that the cooking staff may think you cannot are through but you definitely can. We were seated so you can kind of see in the parlor area as well as see and hear the kitchen staff as well as see through that fake 2 way mirror thing. Some Woman came in wearing tight pants and were all talking saying "check out her butt" and basically the whole kitchen staff as looking at her and making catcall noises. How embarrassing for a place of business. Maybe they should be mindful of that and know that the 2way mirror is able to be seen through. When it came time to pay for the bill, our waitress seemed mad to remind me that it was cash only, we kindly obliged but she can hold that rude tone. I don't know man, I'd like for the service to step it up a bit. read more

Restaurant Los Molcajetes - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

When seated, you're greeted with chips and salsa and...let me tell you...the salsa is out of this world. It's definitely as good as any Mexican restaurant I've had before, maybe even the best! One of the reasons I love it so much is that, besides tasting fresh, it's got a really nice, spicy bite to it. It's one of those salsas that, once you start, you can't stop. Alright enough about the salsa - onto the food! I ordered the chiles rellenos platter, which comes with two huge chiles filled to the brim with cheese and smothered in salsa. I got the green salsa (you have the choice of red as well) and it's actually quite spicy. You have been warned! Also on the side are Mexican rice, refried beans, and salad. I got to try the chicken fajitas as well, which were a nice contrast to the chiles rellenos - a way to cool down after the spicy green salsa. On the side you of course get a stack of corn tortillas to stuff with the grilled chicken and other goodies. Casual atmosphere and quite clean. Only complaint on that end is the music was really loud and the speaker's bass was ultra heavy. But hey, part of the experience perhaps? At any rate, that's not stopping me from coming back. And I will most definitely be back! read more

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My boyfriend got the 3 steak taco dinner to go and we shared it but after a few hours, we would not stop having violent diarrhea and vommiting. The food poisoning was so bad I had to go to the ER due to severe stomach pain, and dehydration due to all the loss of liquid. Never eating here again and warning others to be careful. The owners were rude and dismissive. I was trying to contact their owner to explain the situation and was lied to that they dont speak english (youre in an english speaking country with english speaking patrons too that is not an excuse.) Hung up on 3 times while trying to rectify the situation and then when I tried to tell them in person showing my hospital papers was dismissed and gaslit. Its a shame they call themselves a business and i hope they are reviewed and shut down for negligence of food safety. You don't treat someone like crap after they get sick by your food. Its a shame they call themselves a business. read more

What a hidden gem in the Albany Park area! After this passing this restaurant more than a few times, I decided it was finally time to try it out. I went with with the chicken taco dinner and was not disappointed! For some reason, chicken tacos can be so easy to mess up when it comes to seasoning and how they are cooked, but they were delicious! I also have had the chance to try a molcajete and it was extremely filling and able to fill up to three people, at least. The only drawback is that when you order the food to go, the wait can be a little long. Regardless of how long the wait is, for either one, it is definitely worth it! read more

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Wow! The food is GREAT! So are their cantaritos! Best local spot for fajitas and seafood! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Moderately-sized portions for a slightly-above-average price. The food was good, but not knock-your-socks-off phenomenal. The horchata, however was thick and sweet as it should be! Open late, so good in a pinch! read more

Food is overall good but customer service is horrible! I only order tacos from this establishment and it's hit or miss some days. Most of the employees that work here speak little to NO English Employees will get annoyed or aggressive with you if they misunderstand what your ordering. I think I'm going to take my business elsewhere for now on! read more

Delicious green enchiladas! Let me tell you, I was flipping through almost every Mexican restaurant in the city trying to find a place I thought had decent enchiladas. As the search continued (and I grew hungrier) I finally found this restaurant and I'm so happy I did! It was sauce for me. The salsa verde they used was exactly what I was looking for and it had a nice spice to it. I ordered the steak that was up to par as well. Very well packaged for delivery and it arrived fairly quick! It was my first time trying this place out and I'd definitely order here again. read more

Restaurant Los Molcajetes - #6. Enchiladas Dinner - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had the enchiladas verdes and this is the portion size. Delicious! I have also had the carne asada dinner. It was also very good and enough for two or three servings lol read more

Restaurant Los Molcajetes - Enchiladas verde - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Best place in chicago. My god. Just unbelievable. The tacos are incredible and just unbelievable. Albany park is one of the most diverse and amazing neighborhoods in the city. And my god this place is the best. Ever. read more

I've been here twice and have found the food to be very good. However, the restaurant plays its music too loud. The first time I went, it was for breakfast and I was the only customer in room. There was a television blaring and a sound system roaring. I couldn't figure out why the management felt the need for so much noise. I went again last night with my wife and experienced the same loud sound. We could barely hear each other talk across the table. I'd like to see this restaurant do well, but, my gosh, turn the volume down. read more

Great tacos, I had the chicken and Mexican sausage mixed taco and it's the best taco I've had in a while! read more

Restaurant Los Molcajetes - Steaks and chicken and Mexican sausage taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Was driving around and stumbled upon this place by mistake , looked on yelp and found it only had s few reviews and no food pics . I ventured in to try it out and was happy I did My order consisted on 1 taco ( never order more than 1 in case it's bad ) and a small tray of levanta muertos ( seafood mix of crab legs , mussels , shrimp and cut up octopus ) Well I kick myself because the 1 taco was not enough and I should of ordered 5 , the taco was so meaty and flavorful that I wanted to go back and buy more . The seafood mix was top notch and a definite must try ( spicy and flavorful ) . I will be making another trip to try other items on the menu. read more

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Just left, shrimp cocktail was a joke. Had 5 shrimps and like 10bls of cilantro. Took forever to take our oder and the staff are all over the place. read more

I had tacos Al pastor it was top notch loved it the sea food is great good costumer service the dj always puts great music while you eating two thumbs up read more

The portions are SO big for the price you pay. Everything is seasoned so well! Nachos are my go to for lunch but dont pass up the arrachera! read more

Restaurant Los Molcajetes - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The workers here are disrespectful! The music is really loud and hard for the servers to listen to the orders. I places 2 orders of food and the server didn't hear me well and still had the nerve to tell me to hurry up and eat. All the workers working here were disrespectful trying to kick us out. If you guys don't want to give service 20 minutes before closing then tell your customers. Food was ass too read more

This is my go to spot in Albany Park. The service is awesome, the food has never disappointed me, and they got a good selection of beer. Great late night space. read more

we live over 20 mins away & this was my FAVORITE restaurant when i lived in the neighborhood. Still try to go when I can , great food . HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE !!! We placed an order at 12:30 was told it would be ready in 20 mins . My boyfriend went to pick it up and when he Arrived at 1pm was told it wasn't ready . To then be told at 1:30 it had been ready & had been sitting out for over 30 mins ! We then asked if they could remake please . An hour later AND STILL DID NOT MAKE IT . HUNG UP ON MY PHONE CALLS . SO RUDE ! read more

I ordered the Dos Tacos Beef Dinner. The tacó meat was gross It broke apart in your hands. The beans and rice were fine thou. I'd not order from here again. Thumbs down read more

So so so good. We were a few bites in and I was already planning our next visit. The ceviche tostada is heavenly! Great prices, greater food! Nice people, too! read more

Ate here several times outside during COVID season 2020. The food is great and everything comes out quickly. The quesadillas here are my favorite. I have tried several different meals on the menu and I have liked all of them. read more

Working in the area and we smelled this places down the block. Got the Molcajete, well worth is. The beans are amazing. Came here with the crew on a Friday and we're back on Monday. Definitely 5 stars. read more

Restaurant Los Molcajetes - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Saw it from the bus. Had some folks sitting outside. I just had a few tacos but hose tacos were just really good. Everything was nice and fresh. Ill def be back read more

Let me tell you. This is some serious Mexican food right here. Been here 6 or 7 times the food is always good and fresh too. You may have to wait about 10 minutes. But to me that's a good thing. Their chip salsa is super hot. But with a lot of flavor. And it always tastes to same. The salsa Verdi and roja is very much the same. The burritos are huge and to die for tacos are very much the same. It's really hard to find consistency in this day and age. But this place has it. read more

Service was so so. The tacos de Pastor were dry. Tacos de carne asada we're good but my absolute favorite hands down is the lengua. I've eaten lengua at a lot of places but this by far is the best. Some places over cook the language to where it's just mush or two soft this place leaves it just perfectly tender. My only gripe with this place is that I asked for a flour tortilla for my beans and they told me they don't have them but I ask for a tortilla that they use for a burrito and they can charge me for that. Instead she told me that we don't do that. I said fine then cancel my order of Frijoles and just make me a bean burrito with a little bit of cheese and that's it. They charged me $2 and what I got was basically a rolled-up bunch of cheese with a little bit of beans read more

Amazing food, the enchiladas verdes are BOMB. But careful they are spicy. Our neighborhood Mexican restaurant

I had lunch here and the food was phenomenal. I went with a red snapper with garlic sauce and it was amazing. My mom had the ceviche tostada and it was also top notch. Prices were reasonable and service was good. I recommend this place to anyone in search of excellent Mexican seafood. read more

First time trying this place and it was amazing! Since I am a vegetarian and only order veggie tacos, most places get my order wrong the first time but that was not the case here! Amazing service and food. 5 stars! read more

The food is ok but the Service is very bad very attitude not friendly at all, had to help pull out the tables receive my own napkins and never ask was we ok and The alcohol drinks was very horrible read more

Love this place! It's cash only, so be prepared for that. The food is amazing and so reasonably priced. The Carne Asada is only $13 and it's so good! The green enchiladas are pretty spicy, but the flavor is amazing. Can't wait to go back! read more

This place is legit. Only have gotten their takeout but their tacos are great, ceviche is delicious and their green sauce I want to buy in bulk! read more

customer service is bad me and my mom we're waiting there and it took so long for them to come