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Cardona's Restaurant — a mexican spot in Albany Park. Rooted in technique and tradition throughout. Staff that genuinely cares how your meal goes. "The Al Pastor Quesadillas were especially amazing—perfectly seasoned" — Manuel Brito
Peter M
85 reviews
“Loved the green & red homemade salsa & chips brought to our table as we sat down”
3537 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
“This place has great tacos and quesadillas.”
This place has great tacos and quesadillas. I had the carnitas taco and it was full of flavor. The quesadilla de chicharron prensado was absolutely delicious! My son had a torta as big as his head! Definitely recommend!
miguel cervantes
Sep 2022
“Well Cardona's was referred to me by a friend and I was not disappointed.”
Well Cardona's was referred to me by a friend and I was not disappointed. This quaint Mexican restaurant is a great spot to try if you are looking for authentic mexican food. They had a great selection and out server was amazing. She suggested the Gordita and it was amazing. The salsa was delicious as well.
Chris Spicer
Apr 2021
“I loved this place.”
I loved this place! Cute hole in the mall authentic Mexican food. Great and fast service. I highly recommend! Green salsa is spicy but delicious!
Orlando Godoy
Nov 2019
“I love beef stew here.”
I love beef stew here. Services are excellent.
SPICY
May 2019
“Loved the green & red homemade salsa & chips brought to our table as we sat down.”
Loved the green & red homemade salsa & chips brought to our table as we sat down. Very authentic food & hospitality. Friendly service made us feel at home. Prices were very reasonable. Unique menu options. Several flat screens throughout the restaurant with soccer games. Local, family crowd. If you’re in the neighborhood, make sure to stop in, you won’t be disappointed! Very hard to find good, reasonably priced, homemade tasting Mexican food like Cordona’s. Worth a short Divvy ride for solid food.
Peter M
Mar 2019
“Love the sopes, huaraches and frijoladas.”
Love the sopes, huaraches and frijoladas. The coffee there is freaking awesome, has a touch of cinnamon. It's a bit small with an even smaller parking lot but food is great and prices are decent. It's family owned too. Plus they hand make the tortillas.... awesome!!!!
Kathy Ortega
Sep 2016
“I went to this place today after , my mom told me this place was good .”
I went to this place today after , my mom told me this place was good . I ordered the plain Huarache , can't complain good and flavorful , also tried a barbacoa taco , a bit dry , but good flavor . Service is good , no parking .
Oscar Salgado
May 2019
“A neighborhood Mexican restaurant.”
A neighborhood Mexican restaurant. Went here with a friend who comes here frequently. The food is just average and overpriced for a Mexican restaurant. There are plenty of other places that are a lot better than this one. Had the carne asada (broiled steak) with nopalitos (cactus) It comes with rice, beans, a salad, and tortillas. I expected skirt steak skirt steak, like you usually receive Anna Mexican restaurant, but this meat tasted like a lower cut of meat. The other meal that we tried was the chuletas de puerco (2 pork chops) with grilled onions. This also came with rice, beans, salad and tortillas. The pork chops were paper thin and very unappetizing. The third item that we ordered was a chicken pambazo, which is like a torta with chicken, beans, cheese, and salad inside. Sadly it was lacking in all of these ingredients. The best part of the meal was the handmade tortillas. I cannot recommend this place and highly doubt that I will return.
jane val
Dec 2017
“$60 for a torta with 4 pieces of meat and 3 tiny orders of rice and beans.”
$60 for a torta with 4 pieces of meat and 3 tiny orders of rice and beans. We called and they did nothing. Terrible
Sarah L
Mar 2023
“The tortillas are homemade, the salsa is flavorful, and the portions are generous.”
The tortillas are homemade, the salsa is flavorful, and the portions are generous. The Al Pastor Quesadillas were especially amazing—perfectly seasoned, with tender meat and just the right amount of melty cheese. One of the best Mexican restaurants in the area!
Manuel Brito
Nov 2025
“Best handmade tacos in town.”
Best handmade tacos in town! I love the huarache!
Theo
Oct 2025
“The food is authentic and very delicious.”
The food is authentic and very delicious. I always order the sopes, quesadillas, or the mole de olla. Staff is also very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!
Jocelyn Maltos
Oct 2025
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