Totopos means chips, but I'd stick to the tacos here. I arrived shortly after they opened to pick up some lunch. The two ladies working here were very friendly, and it appeared they were just starting their food prep for the day. One lady was hard at work mashing avocados and making guacamole. There are three tables in here, but since they hadn't started cooking, it was pretty chilly. The interior of the restaurant is clean, and the ladies were happy to seat me or pack my order to go. So, I took my order of two tacos to-go. I tried the Asada (steak) taco and a chicken taco, both with cilantro & onion. The steak was really good, but my favorite was the chicken. The chicken was tender and well-seasoned. I topped both of my tacos with their green salsa - other Yelpers weren't joking about this stuff, it's great! The red salsa was too smoky for my tastes, but that's okay, I went to town with the green salsa. I also had the chips and guacamole. As she handed me my bag, she smiled and said, "homemade and fresh!" The guacamole was definitely fresh and creamy, but it was a little bland. It needed more jalapeno, cilantro, and lime. But if you don't like spicy guac, this might just be right up your alley. They also serve the best damn Horchata in town. And it's ICE COLD. I spent about $9 on my lunch, and it was worth every penny. read more

VEGETARIAN TEXAN REVIEW: I am stuffed. This place has got to be one of the most authentic places I've been to that caters to vegetarians/vegans. They serve plenty of meat, if that's your thang, but I just had a delicious sope, tamale, spinach veggie enchilada, and beans. They can toss their veggie soy crumbles on things but the rest stands alone anyway. The salsas and guacamole are on point and the service is impeccable. I'd support this passionate family owned establishment anytime-- and I hear vegan posole is a thing with some advanced notice... (ZOMG) Man, I wish this existed in Texas! read more

Really Yelp? I'm going against common consensus here- I was not impressed with this place. First, the place has only 3 tables. I don't need more than one for myself, but if you're looking for a little bit of peace and quiet, you're not going to get it here. There were 3 guys at a table next to mine- literally screaming at each other about drag racing, car modifications, etc, etc. This discussion was way too spirited to be happening in a place this small. Seriously, I was beyond annoyed. So my first tip- if you eat here, get it to go. I was going to say something they were so obnoxious, but I felt like the manager/owner could have stepped up and done that. The other table was looking at them too. Definitely -1 star. Second, I ordered the chicken burrito based on the rave reviews. I ordered the special for $6.99. I was charged $10.24. Why? I don't know, but I was already in a crappy mood from the dopes arguing about racing mods at the table next to mine. Food itself was totally average. I mean, it was OK. Granted the chicken was all white meat which is great (+1 star). It was kind of small though. I think they gave me the small burrito when I ordered the large (that I paid $10.24 for the $6.99 for).... strike 2. Asked for chips and salsa. Not taco sauce. Chips came out (about 14 in a small bowl) and the owner pointed at the sauces on the table. Was this possibly the extra $3 that appeared on my bill? For 14 chips? If so, then I'm really, really ticked. I'll leave this at 2 stars and I will maybe try again. Sorry guys, but I think everyone is giving this place WAAAAAAAYYYYYYY too much credit. I'll stick to El Burrito Mexicano in Lisle. In fariness I'll go back someday, but only if I can locate that missing $3 and change. read more

Amazing vegetarian choices. Soyrizo, veggie meats and Top notch salsas. Must have an order of "cebollitas" with every meal This place is amazing! read more

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First time ever going here with my S/O. And our first impression was that it was cute, felt really comfortable, and looked low key for how small it is. Waitress and other cooks were pleasant, nice, and very welcoming. And presentation with food was great. We felt like we literally walked into moms kitchen. Food overall is amazing and we would ABSOLUTELY come again. It was a treat and a treat to remember. Thank you guys for the experience!. read more

The best things do come in small packages. Totopos boasts of three tables inside and two small bistro tables outside but its Tacos are phenomenal. Being a vegetarian, I typically am stuck with lettuce, cheese and grilled vegetables at Mexican places but Totopos offers delicious fake meat options. The soy chorizo tacos are pretty good but the soy beef tacos keep dragging me back in! Strongly recommended read more

Sopes done right - my favorite Mexican place around Cemitas are delicious too, recommend getting the authentic option read more

Finally! I can get a good cemita without having to go to my favorite spot in the city. These ladies rock the house. Homemade tamales on Tuesdays?!?! DAMN GOOD! Their Tortas and Cemitas are worth coming back for. I enjoyed their burrito once too, but it's all about the sandwiches here. Barbacoa and carnitas so far are my favorite proteins they offer. Their salsas taste very authentic and are homemade. I really like the chipolte and verde, both go great on the cemitas and tortas. ' Place is small, great for a quick bite or perfect for some above the line Mexican take out. The women running the show clearly care about their food and their customers. This will likely keep you coming back, cause it's had me in there three times this week! VIVA LA TOTOPOS!!! read more

Oh my, hot damn! I have always passed by this place, curious, but never had the balls to walk in. But I finally grew a pair and walked inside. I felt like I was home, the tantalizing smells of bread and salsas couldn't stop a smile appearing onto my face. I went ahead and ordered a breaded steak torta plus horchata. The owner told me that if I were to call 30 minutes ahead she would make me hibiscus water, my favorite type of water!!!! Best owner ever! I just finished up my torta and oh my taste buds were having a blast! The bread was soft, the steak was great, and the horchata is just like my aunts make it! This place is worth your hungry belly, vegetarians welcomed too! There are options for non meat eaters and as it says on their menu, "it's a lifestyle." You will feel welcomed here :) read more

Just found out about this place. What a gem! Ordered a Steak Cemitas and Al Pastor Sopes. The owners brought out chips and salsa's while I waited for my food. Salsa's are nothing short of great! Wish they fried their own chips. That being said they were ok. The Cemitas was one of the better ones I have had. The traditional bread they use was the best I have ever had on a Cemitas. The Sopes were good as well. The Sopes came with rice and beans. They were excellent. Great attention to detail. Very clean business. The last reviewer said it well. This place was just like being with family. Wish I could keep this place all to myself, but I hope they take off soon so we don't lose them to the great restaurant grave yard. read more

I really can't say enough about this place. It has all the makings for a great lunch spot. $1 tacos on Mondays and Wednesdays. Burrito special for $6.50. Excellent salsas (mediocre chips). The service is prompt and friendly. Another vote for the cemitas - it isn't often something I order so I don't have much to compare it to. That said I did find it enjoyable. Seating is limited. read more

Most Excellent! A friend told me about this place and how good their hot sauces were. The sauces are good, i really like the Tomatillo, the prefect amount of spice and sweet. And the food is so fresh. I know that sounds simple, but when you bite into the food, you can taste just how fresh it is. The Cemitas and Tortas are on fresh baked bread that just makes it that much better. Everything that i have tried on the menu has been great. And the lady that runs the place is always so very nice, as well as the others that work with her. read more

Great Mexican food. The place is clean and the food is delicious. Highly recommend it

Really good chicken quesadillas and verde salsa is excellent. Chicken was tender and flavorful. Fresh ingredients. Good taste. Enjoyed an early dinner with my daughters. Very quaint restaurant with only 3 dining tables, but we will be back. Also had a pineapple tamale for dessert. Awesome. read more

Having been lived in Mexico City and Monterrey for more than 10 years, this is the most authentic Mexican food in Naperville. Tacos al pastor, tacos de bistec are my favorites, but the good thing is that they also have sweet Mexican tamales. They are really flexible to prepare your tacos or quesadillas with the ingredients that you want. The service is good, friendly environment and people. Small place, so plan to wait for a table if you arrive in rush hour. read more

This is a happy place with very good and inexpensive mexican food. This is my first time here, and I ordered chicken tacos for my better half and vegetable quesadillas for me. As my orders were being prepared a police officer came in to order some tacos. As she was approaching the counter she noticed a customer who said to her as he looked up at her, "The food is very good here." The police officer said , "I know you." Turned out they both were at the same physical therapy place, the officer for a rotator cuff and he for his back. Just then the owner told me she made me chicken quesadillas by mistake. I told her why waste the chicken, and asked if she could add some veggies and she said yes and added spinach. "The chicken was fresh, which was unusual for a semi-fast food place," said my better half and I agree on both counts. The Chicken Quesadillas were amazing. It was ten bucks for both orders. We'll be back for sit down though this is primarily a take out place. Why sit down? It's such a happy place...and did I mention the food? read more

As a lover of Mexican cuisine having Toptopos just around the corner from my casa is a true blessing. Fresh ingredients, prepared with love, always happy to accommodate a special request, and last but not least . . . plenty of great vegetarian choices. It's a shame the dine-in space is so tight because everyone needs to experience this phenomenal cafe. Will be there tomorrow to help support International Women's Day as I know the lovely lady who owns the place will be putting in one of her typical 16 hr days. Do yourself a favor and do likewise my friends. read more

My wife and I decided to drive from Wheaton to check this place out considering all the great reviews. We are avid Mexican food fans, and I personally have grown up around authentic Mexican food in Chicago my whole life. So we sit down and start with chips and guac. The guac was alright, definitely lacked flavor, we both agreed it was good, but was missing something (onions? light jalapenos?). Our waiter then came up to take our dinner order and my wife ordered 2 carne asada tacos- I on the other hand could not make up my mind, everything sounded so good, so I asked the waiter what he suggested. He strongly suggested the steak torta, so I agreed. When we got our food, my wife really enjoyed the 2 tacos and said the tortilla had a good texture (sometimes they can be too crispy or too soggy). I loaded up one half of my torta with their salsa verde (which was exceptionally good), and took my first bite. Overall I thought it was good, but just pretty average. I did notice that there was a tortilla cut in half on my sandwich, which I've never seen before, and felt that was a little unnecessary and made it too bready. The steak itself was tender but had a light breading to it, almost like milanesa, but just not as fried- wasn't expecting that. I did try the salsa roja on the other half, and I must say that it was the best salsa roja I ever had- smokey, spicy, salty... it was great. Overall not a bad little place, I'd go there again if I was in the area, but I'm not so sure I'd make a special trip from Wheaton again. If this place can give more attention to the people dining in (especially because there's only 3 tables in the store), I think I would have given 4 stars. read more

The menu is not extensive but everything on the menu is quite delicious. Authentic Mexican food that is budget friendly and the customer service is warm and welcoming. Honestly, the feeling they give you is the way one feels when you come home and sit down to a family meal. It's more of a take out place since it's on the cozy side. There are only a handful of tables so during the dinner rush don't count on them being empty. Wish that the combo meals would include horchata as a drink (pop is included, but some of us are allergic to it). Can't go wrong with whatever you decide to order. Would definitely pick up food here if I don't feel like cooking. May just pick up food here to treat my team at work and/or study group at school read more

Totopos - Compadre taco: beans and rice as sides, asada, barbacoa, and pastor tacos in corn tortillas (hold the onions) - Mexican Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

A hidden gem. Anyone who passes by this place to eat at the sub franchise next door should be ashamed of themselves! (I won't name names, but you know the one, it's the chain where that guy Jared eats to lose weight.) Yes, Totopos is tiny and has limited seating for dining in, as others have pointed out, and yes, it may take a bit longer for them to prepare your food than it takes the place next door to slap some second-rate deli meats on a Wonder Bread sub roll, but the food here is fresh, well prepared, authentic and tasty. And the ladies that prepare the food and take your order at the counter are very nice. It's a bit of a drive for me as a lunch spot but I still find excuses to go here; that's how much I like the food. Dishes sampled thus far include chicken tacos (flavorful and moist) and barbacoa tacos (very, very good). On my last visit I struck up a conversation with a lady who was waiting for her to-go order, and so I asked about her favorites. "Shrimp Tacos, hands down" was her immediate reply, "In fact, they're so good I have never thought to try anything else" she added. I think that will have to be what I order on my next visit. read more

This place is amazing. The food is truly authentic and the portions are enough to fill me up. I recommend to pay with cash because like many businesses charge a small fee with using credit card but their prices stay the same it's just a couple cents increase. So with the cash discount i even saved up to $1 or 2!! how cool right. I also recommend the tortas. OMG delicious and if you want something small get the steak or pork tacos they are so good. After many years of coming their food is still so good. read more

I've been passing by Totopos for years and finally stopped in yesterday for a quick lunch. I will definitely be back. Totopos is tiny with only three tables, but I was able to get one, and a busy take out service. Just walking through the front door, I knew this was going to be good. Although tiny, the place was nicely decorated and felt immediately cozy. I was in a hurry so I ordered a seasoned pork Buritto combo which just means it included the drink in the $6.99 price. The Burrito is listed as a "medium" Buritto and that is just what it was. So many places feel that quantity beats quality and load up Burritos with tons of lettuce. Totopos Burrito was a perfect combination of meat and other items and just right for a meal. Plus, it tasted amazing with the two sauces offered on the table. I can't wait to go back and try their pozole! read more

Hole in the wall little gem.. flippin fantastic people! I just had a veggie tostada - so yummy- keep in mind it's fake meat- and a chicken taco- I wish I had ordered 3 more! My friend got the steak quesadilla and he loved it. He's the one that told about this place! Decor is simple but I am not there for that at all! I am going back soon.. I can't enough of Mexican food anyway! It's a small place and has 3 tables, it seemed like this was the place to carry out at.. read more

Made an excuse to go here after the positive feedback on the page. Its the small stripmall facing Aurora to the north of Jewel. Inside looked clean and new. Service really increased the rating as the lady was a total sweetheart throughout my transaction and she made sure that I knew what I was ordering, explaining a cemita sandwich and offering samples of each of the hot sauces. I got a horchata while waiting, which really came in handy while sampling the hot sauces as they really cleared my sinuses. The taco arabe looked more like an enchilada than a taco as it was long and thin. I'm guessing its lamb or goat meat that had onions strands, very good. The cemita has packed with lettuce, tomato, sour cream, avacado, chipotle pepper and your chosen meat, which I vied for the breaded steak (milanesa) and it fills you up nicely for the $6 something price tag. The burrito was good but not as good as I envisioned. It seemed pretty filler as it had quite a bit of rice inside. I would like to go back and try something else. I recommend trying something else besides the burrito. read more

This is not a sit-down restaurant. That being said, they make some great tacos. Yes, they only have 3 tables but it's a taqueria. You want On The Border loaded with sodium, head down the street. I'll be sipping yummy horchata and eating fresh steak and al pastor tacos at Totopos. The lady who took my order was super pleasant and thanked me for my business twice. Two other ladies I could see were cooking up some things from scratch in the back. That's right. I have a good feeling my food was made with love. My husband loved his steak burrito and liked that they put rice in it. I believe he said something to the effect of "thank god we found a good mexican place nearby." Support local business and eat good Mexican food. Head to Totopos. :) read more

Totopos - Mexican Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Michael Scott jokes aside this is the best meat in town. Excellent quality ingredients, well made salsas. Two things would have made my burrito perfect (other places need 10 or 11). The tortilla could have been a little thinner with more gluten. This one was quite good and likely more healthy than my dream tortillas but I'm trying to be picky. The other thing that would send the burrito over the top would be some fresh cilantro in there. I'll just ask next time. Great place. read more

I liked the burritos however, we ordered "grilled veggies" on ours and they were non existent. I think I saw one onion. It does have spinach. But literally that was it. I think if they are gonna offer "grilled veggies" as an option, they should get some onions, peppers, mushrooms... at least. Also, the price of the guac for the size you get is kinda pathetic. read more

-1 star for waiting over 25 mins jus to order, -1 star for waiting another 25 mins to get food, -1 star for not bringing out our complete order, forgetting utensils and our drinks, and -1 finally for food. There is a sign that says "this is not fast food, the food is worth the wait," I beg to differ, I've had better Mexican food anywhere else. Heck even Taco Bell or chipotle tastes better. 1 star because the ladies who work there are genuinely nice and don't give attitude. A little more help would help efficiency, along with service. When we left I overheard the cashier that they ran out of rice, which was at 7:15pm. I wouldn't hold your money and go somewhere else and spend a few bucks more on an entree. read more

Definitely a takeout place, as there are very few tables. There is also no bathroom. Service was very friendly, and their combos are great. Their tortas (especially Torta Chilanga) and their burritos are delicious, and pretty cheap too. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Their burritos are very good. The chicken is white meat, which makes a big difference for me! Yummy food!

My husband and I were in the naperville area yesterday and decided to go try totopos restaurant since we love cemitas and we have actually been to puebla so we were excited. Well, according to their website it specifically states that they are open every day. Surprise, they are open everyday EXCEPT SUNDAY!!! Update your website!!!! read more

My favorite restaurant ever amazing service great people and the owner is always there and hard working too best quality Mexican food read more

Totopos - Mexican Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Just seriously good food. The carne asada is so addicting. Tacos, burritos, tortas. All delicious.

My wife and I have frequented Totopos several times. We've found the quality of the food to be exceptional. The owner is always on hand and genuinely cares about your satisfaction. We almost always get the steak tacos or the steak burrito. The steak is always cooked to perfection. We love the fresh verde sauce and the smokiness of the red chipotle sauce. They're great together! On our last visit, we tried the homemade sweet tamales that are made with pineapple and coconut. They were delicious! We hIghly recommend Totopos. It's one of our favorite Mexican restaurants and have been to MANY of them! read more

We have been looking for a great Mexican restaurant. This is not a traditional sit down restaurant. Good food and service though. I got the taquitos and my husband got the tacos. My teenage son got the cheese quesadillas. They all had great flavor and the rice and beans were good. I only wished it wasn't ground beef in mine and instead would have been made with shredded beef. The horchata seemed to have a pre-made mix flavor, definitely not traditional. Good enough to kill that craving though. read more

Ordered the Sopes combo which included 2 deep fried based tortillas, a thin layer of beans, a layer of chorizo meat on top of that, lettuce tomato, & sour cream. Really good blend of flavors. Chips with guac on the side was refreshing & so was the horchata drink. Yum! read more

Totopos - Mexican Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

This may be a small venue but big when it comes to flavours. You can expect authentic and home made style food in here. Totally worth the wait when crowded. Staff is always friendly, I've become a regular of this place now. read more

Love the pineapple tamales they are my favorite...oops maybe I shouldn't have told anyone. Because they don't make as many due to covid

Surprisingly good. Was looking for something quick to eat following 2 Fools Cider and this hit the spot. Grilled Veggie Quesadilla for me and Steak Burrito for my date. The green salsa that is served with the chips was different and delicious. The also had a spicy Smokey salsa and a spicy Peanut salsa. Overall fresh, delicious and friendly staff. read more

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Excellent place -- great food, wonderful service, and easy parking. The food may take some time to cook, but this is not meant to be "fast food"; that being said, if one calls ahead for take out, that should make the order a lot easier. There is a small, casual dining area as well, which we have used many times. FYI, the barbacoa tacos are superb, particularly with onion and cilantro! read more