Chicago, Illinois, is located on the banks of Lake Michigan and its skyline is dominated by skyscrapers, with the Willis Tower standing out, along with the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower and the John Hancock Center. The city has many art galleries, including the Art Institute of Chicago, renowned for the work of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters. A former Navy training center, Navy Pier is now a popular destination with its many shops, restaurants and carnival rides. Another attraction is Old Town Chicago, featuring beautiful Victorian buildings which are home to many boutiques, cafes, and shops. While exploring this exciting city, enjoy tasty meals at some of the Mexican restaurants in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Check out our top picks below.
1. Quiote
New Brunch starts today. Catch us from noon to 4:30 with new dishes like the grain bowl: salsa macha, avocado, pumpkin seed, and a poached egg. See you soon?
Posted by Quiote on Saturday, 26 January 2019
Quiote is recognized by Michelin Guide in 2017 and 2018 and serves traditional Mexican flavors with an inventive twist. The restaurant serves dinner, Saturday lunch, and Sunday brunch. The dinner menu offers a selection of beef, pork and chicken dishes including tacos, Chorizo Verde, Smoked White Fish, and Crab Tostada, served with some of the best Mexican wines and seasonal food-friendly cocktails. Saturday lunch includes burgers, Rock Shrimp Fritter, Churros and French Toast. Sunday Brunch is a treat including Veggie Torta, Queso Oaxaca and Huevos Rancheros Queso Oaxaca with a selection of side dishes.
Quiote
Address: 2456 N California Ave, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 5 PM -1 0 PM, Tuesday closed, Friday 5 PM - 11 PM, Saturday - Sunday 10 AM - 11 PM. Happy hours: 5 PM - 7 PM
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Quiote
2. Masa Azul
Come celebrate National Taco Day with us tonight! #nationaltacoday #masaazul #tortillasamano #logansquare #tacos #tequila #mezcal #chicagotacos #margaritas #bajashrimp
Posted by Masa Azul on Thursday, 4 October 2018
Masa Azul serves agave spirits and cocktails along with Mexican street food. Among the Botanas served at Masa Azul are sopitos, esquites, cerviche and guacamole. Tortas Y Mas is a variety of tarts and quesadillas and chilaquiles, while there is a wide range of pork, lamb and chicken tacos to be enjoyed. Dessert is a delicious flan, with a rotating selection. There is an extensive cocktail and beer menu available to accompany the food.
Masa Azul
Address: 2901 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Monday closed, Tuesday - Thursday 6 PM - 11 PM, Friday - Saturday 6 PM - 12 AM, Sunday 6 PM - 10 PM
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Masa Azul
3. Pueblo Nuevo
Posted by Bernard Abellar on Monday, 22 October 2018
Patrons that have visited Pueblo Nuevo credit the restaurant for having great food at affordable prices. The waiting staff is friendly and efficient and the owner is always ready for a chat. All dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients. Steak tacos, gorditas, and pozole were all popular dishes from the menu, particularly the pozole verde. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.
Pueblo Nuevo
Address: 4342 N Central Ave, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: 11 AM - 9 PM
Price for two: Under 10 USD
Website: Pueblo Nuevo
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4. Dos Urban Cantina
It's the last day of Restaurant Week, AND Taco Tuesday starts at 5?! ???
Posted by Dos Urban Cantina on Tuesday, 12 February 2019
Dos is run by a husband and wife chef team, Brian Enyart and Jennifer Jones Enyart. The restaurant’s menu is their own interpretation of Mexican cuisine, including contemporary flavors with ingredients inspired by Mexico. Dos offers a great selection of vegetable dishes to suit vegetarians, along with a variety of seafood and meat dishes. There is an excellent selection of cocktails, wines, and desserts to choose from.
Dos Urban Cantina
Address: 2829 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Monday closed, Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday 5 PM - 9 PM, Friday - Saturday 5 PM - 11 PM
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Dos Urban Cantina
5. Sol de Mexico
Posted by Sol de Mexico Tierra Azteca on Wednesday, 1 August 2018
Sol de Mexico is a colorful and casual diner which features classic Mexican dishes, along with mole made from family recipes and a great tequila menu. The decor resembles an art gallery, with paintings, masks, and sculptures adorning the walls. The restaurant changes its menu four times a year and includes the less usual dishes, including papadzules, which are corn tortillas filled with hard-boiled eggs, or a cooked rabbit with a smoky guajillo salsa. Another favorite is a tender rack of lamb served in a delicious black mole.
Sol de Mexico
Address: 3018 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, Ilinois, USA
Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday - Friday 11 AM - 2 PM, 4 PM-10 PM, Tuesday closed, Saturday 11 AM - 10:30 PM, Sunday 11 AM - 9 PM
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Sol de Mexico
6. Xoco
Posted by XOCO on Thursday, 7 February 2019
Xoco is the Aztec word for “little sister” and the restaurant serves bold Mexican marketplace flavors. Xoco opens early and closes late, meaning quick, easy meals are always on offer, including some of Mexico’s most loved snacks and street food. Enjoy tasty empanadas, churros fresh from the fryer with Mexican hot chocolate, meal-in-a-bowl caldos, and crusty tortas. There is also a selection of tasty tacos and all the trimmings.
Xoco
Address: 449 North Clark St, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Tuesday - Thursday 8 AM - 9 PM, Friday - Saturday 8 AM - 10 PM, Closed Sunday and Monday
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Xoco
7. Mercadito
Your Mama will be leaving Mercadito this Sunday with a full ❤️ & full tummy. Join us May 13th 11am-3pm for a 4-course brunch with a cocktail for just $30 a guest! #mothersday
Posted by Mercadito River North on Thursday, 16 August 2018
Mercadito serves authentic Mexican cuisine, mescal cocktails, and specialty tequila. The menu lists popular Mexican dishes inspired by the small markets of the country. Enjoy lunch, brunch, and dinner in style, choosing from guacamoles, tacos, tortas, ceviches, botanas, salads, and salsas, with a variety of tasty side dishes.
Mercadito
Address: 108 W Kinzie St, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Sunday - Thursday 11 AM - 12 AM, Friday 11 AM - 2 AM, Saturday 11 AM - 3 AM
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Mercadito
8. Cantina Laredo
Posted by Cantina Laredo on Wednesday, 2 January 2013
Cantina Laredo serves authentic Mexican cuisine, inspired by the food of Mexico City, but with a modern twist. They serve grilled chicken, steak or fish, topped with a signature sauce, like Portobello mushroom or chipotle-wine. They also serve their own award-winning margarita, the Casa Rita, made from the finest tequila and fresh lime juice. The restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner and has its own bar.
Cantina Laredo
Address: 508 N. State St, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Monday - Thursday 11:30 AM - 10 PM, Friday - Saturday 11:30 AM - 11 PM, Sunday 10 AM - 10 PM
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Cantina Laredo
9. Maria's Mexican
Ceviche anyone? #mariasmexicanrestaurantchicago
Posted by Maria's Mexican Restaurant on Thursday, 14 February 2019
Maria’s Mexican Restaurant has been open since 1988 and the restaurant offers a family atmosphere, along with great food and drink. Starters include a variety of quesadillas and delicious shrimp ceviche. The menu has many traditional Mexican dishes, including Pollo en Mole. Maria’s mole recipe has been a family secret for 100 years. Meat lovers will enjoy Carne Azteca, which is a rib-eye steak served with homemade Azteca sauce. There is also a variety of delicious desserts and a margarita menu to choose from.
Maria's Mexican
Address: 9440 W Foster Ave, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Monday - Friday 11 AM - 10 PM, Saturday 12 PM - 11 PM, Sunday 12 pm - 10 PM
Price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Maria’s Mexican
10. Frontera Grill
Posted by Frontera Grill on Thursday, 20 September 2018
This attractive bar and restaurant sports colorful Mexican folk art and a menu with the authentic flavors of Mexico. They are constantly updating the menu with new and exciting dishes, reminiscent of the vibrant kitchens of Mexico. The restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert along with a wine list, creative cocktails, and Mexican beers. Fresh vegetables, meat, and seafood are all acquired locally.
Frontera Grill
Address: 445 N Clark St, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Opening hours: Sunday - Monday closed, Tuesday - Thursday 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5 PM - 10 PM, Friday 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5 PM - 11 PM, Saturday 10:30 AM - 2 PM, 5 - 11 PM
Price for two: 31 - 60 USD
Website: Frontera Grill
Dine on the best Mexican cuisine in Chicago, Illinois
After exploring everything this exciting city has to offer, sit down, relax and enjoy a meal at Mexican restaurants in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Feel the vibes far away from the colourful land of Mexico.
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