El Mezquite
El Mezquite — Little Village mexican that sets the standard. Owner on site. "Both owners were very nice and the service was some of the best I’ve ever had at a restaurant" — Morgan Brown [$]
What 111 diners keep saying
What 111 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Phenomenal food, stopped in because I was in the area and had time to kill. Friendly staff, amazing food. Next time I’m in the area I will be back.”

“this food is amazing. We stayed right around the corner at a Airbnb walking distance! We went back 3 times! Quesadillas, chicken phillies, omelets, everything amazing! Picture doesn’t do it justice!”

“They have the best food. always made fresh I come here alot and have never been disappointed”

“Después de un tiempo regreso a comer en el mezquite, #5 mess omelet platillo muy grande y sabroso, con excelente sazón como siempre En general recomendado todo muy sabroso y porciones de buen tamaño”

“One of the most delicious Mexican food restaurants I’ve tried. Everything was prepared well!!”
“The best steak tacos in the world. I drive across town just to get this good food! Family owned and they prepare your food with love!”
“As a regular customer, it’s great that the staff know me and always treat me warmly. Plus, the food is fantastic.”
“Las tortas están deliciosas! La verdad superaron mi expectativa Llegué por casualidad trayendo mucha hambre y al no ver gente en el lugar y una foto en el menú de una torta sencilla, pensé que no estarían buenas pero el hambre me gano así que pedí. Oh sorpresa! Están riquísimas! La foto que ví no se compara con la realidad Además las personas son super amables 10/10 Este lugar merece estar lleno de clientes”
“The food was great. I got a torta de carne Asada and cheese fries. The older couple working the restaurant were real nice, the place was very clean, the food was made fresh on a clean flat right infront of you. The food itself was really good. Local spot with some chill food. Would definitely recommend”
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