El México de Chicago
HouseButch · 11 Google reviewsEl México de Chicago — among the best mexican in Portage Park. You're greeted like a regular, even the first time. Rodolfo Torres: "Their ceviche was very rich in flavor and is definitely a must have" [$$]
What 243 diners keep saying
What 243 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Horchata and owner was really nice. It was an amazing experience”
“Está muy bueno todo la verdad pero el precio está muy alto en mi opinión y eso que solo pedí unos langostinos estilo Nayarit y carne asada con camarones”
“Very good food I recommended 100% The food is so fresh. 👌try it”
“I had a tampiqueña tonight and it was great but a little pricey and it’s understandable”
“La mejor comida en el área de Belmont cragin la carne asada del mexico Chicago muy buenos precios Ben y prueba”
“Ordered the birria tacos which SLAPPED and my partner had tripe tacos which were also delicious. Salsa was also great. Service was lovely. Our server was very attentive and sweet. Will definitely come back!”
“I wish I could rate this place higher than 5 stars. The food was absolutely incredible. We had breakfast items and we plan to return to try the rest of the menu. Great atmosphere and the service was fantastic. I cannot speak highly enough of this fantastic restaurant. We didn’t get a pic of our main meal, but did snap a pic of the incredible churros.”
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