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Buena Vista | Mexican Restaurant Lakeview

4.7 ★572 reviews ·Opens at 11AM
“The restaurant is pretty small but your food comes out quick”
Jennifer WinthurstJennifer Winthurst · 463 Google reviews
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Buena Vista | Mexican Restaurant Lakeview — one of Lakeview's strongest mexican spots. The cooking is rooted in real tradition. You're greeted like a regular, even the first time. Owner-operated, BYOB. "The fried beans were one of the best in the city and the flautas were cooked perfectly" — Jose Azcona [$]

🍷BYOB — grab a bottle next door, they'll open it.

What 572 diners keep saying

Great valueFast serviceNeighborhood institutionFamily runCozyFamily friendly
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3147 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
Lakeview
Today11AM-9PM
Sun4-9PM
Mon–Sat11AM-9PM
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What 572 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Ruth Tecson
Jun 2026

“It’s really a great food! I love it! It’s my first time here but the food and the service never disappoint me. I’m going to recommend this to my friends.”

Ruth Tecson

Ruth Tecson

1 reviews on Google

Review photo by Tory
Oct 2025

“The food was spectacular and the service was even better- friendly staff & quick turnaround time. Our burritos were one of the best we’ve had in the city. The restaurant itself is a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Would recommend to anyone- 10/10!!!”

Tory

Tory

1 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

“Great food and quick and friendly service! We enjoyed the steak taco more than the chicken taco but both were very good.”

Elizabeth Andersen

Elizabeth Andersen

2 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

“Their mole sauce is incredible. They are friendly and reliable- they never disappoint!”

mertesb

mertesb

10 reviews on Google

May 2026

“Overall great food! Will be coming back if I’m in the area :D”

Lily Bashara

Lily Bashara

2 reviews on Google

Apr 2026

“Such good food and friendly service, will be back!”

matthewlev13

matthewlev13

5 reviews on Google

Apr 2026

“One of my absolute favorite spots!”

Allie

Allie

8 reviews on Google

Mar 2026

“Amazing food! Fresh, super tasty and authentic!!”

K C

K C

36 reviews on Google

Mar 2026

“Awesome food!! Friendly staff! Good vibes”

Timothy Langan

Timothy Langan

19 reviews on Google

Mar 2026

“Delicious food, quick and friendly service. Mole enchiladas are the best!”

Gabe Taveira

Gabe Taveira

55 reviews on Google

Feb 2026

“Some of the best Mexican food I’ve had in Chicago! Incredible restaurant and amazing food! Can’t recommend this place enough, it’s owned by a family who are always there helping run daily operations. I’ve been over 5 times and I enjoy every single entree they serve. I always try something new every time I go and it’s so good! It is pretty small inside and not the most conducive for large groups, but they may be able to put two tables together to accommodate a group up to 6 people, if they’re not super busy. It’s also BYOB! They offer dine-in or takeout. Definitely check them out when in the area or in the mood for delicious Mexican food!”

vinnie kingston

vinnie kingston

127 reviews on Google

Feb 2026

“Great place in the neighborhood! Very friendly staff and quick service.”

Lilly

Lilly

21 reviews on Google

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