El Presidente Restaurante

“There are lots of Mexican restaurants around Chicago, but this is one of the best.”

There are lots of Mexican restaurants around Chicago, but this is one of the best. A few standouts: - Very nice, attentive service. - Absolutely wonderful outdoor patio during the summer, very fun casual vibe inside. - BYOB - Homemade, incredibly delicious hot sauce on every table. - They have a little dog named Wrigley. The food is fantastic, the atmosphere is fantastic, the service is fantastic, and it's cheap. My only complaint is that more people don't know about this place. It's my favorite in the whole area, and it should be your neighborhood staple for dine in or carry out Mexican!

steven saurbier

Aug 2025

“Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere of this restaurant.”

Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere of this restaurant. Some of the best Mexican cuisine I’ve ever had - will be back!

Peter

Mar 2025

“Best steak nachos ever 🤌🏼.”

Michelle Montana

Jan 2025

“I've been to many Mexican Restaurants and this is in my opinion one of the best I've been to.”

I've been to many Mexican Restaurants and this is in my opinion one of the best I've been to. The food is amazing, delicious and perfectly presented. Generally delicious Mexican cuisine. The service is also nice. I'll definitely visit here again when I'm in the area.

Rich KR

Nov 2024

“Large portions and very tasty.”

Large portions and very tasty. Sopes and Menudo

Abel R

Apr 2024

“I have been coming here for years.”

I have been coming here for years. The chips and Pico de Gallo are fantastic. We always start with the nachos. The food is fresh and made with love. The outdoor patio is beautiful. We also recommend the carnitas and pozole.

mc smarto

Jun 2023

“A good experience there.”

A good experience there. Good food, good people on staff. I ordered a steak and chorizo burrito. Tasted good. The sauce I put on there was just hot / spicy enough for me. I'm sure they have one if you don't like spicy.

Patrick Cameron

Apr 2023

“Tonight we dined at El Presidente, a quintessential family style Mexican joint meant to satiate you...”

Tonight we dined at El Presidente, a quintessential family style Mexican joint meant to satiate you and your family (even the ole ball ‘n chain). I got the #5 combo, she got the steak burrito. Both were divine. Not to mention the chips and salsa! Beware of the red sauce…..

Freddie Lockie

Mar 2023

“The staff was friendly and helpful.”

The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was made fresh. The dish servings are plentiful and delicious. They have some of the best Pico de Gallo and guacamole. I'll definitely return for more food.

Judith GotYou OnCamera

Feb 2022

“Been going here for 15 plus years.”

Been going here for 15 plus years. Great food and awesome staff. This place has AUTHENTIC MEXICAN food. Their salsas have great flavor, but beware the red sauce is spicy.

Jaz V

Jul 2021

“Nice little Mexican place.”

Nice little Mexican place. The interior is tasteful and was empty when i was there but it was still early in the morning that is probably why. The food came out fast and my burrito tasted quite good little too salty but it’s just my opinion. The only beef i have with the restaurant is they brought me a steak burrito instead of vegetarian like i asked. I’m not a vegetarian so i just ate it all good.

Marco Lunas

May 2021

“This restaurant reminded me of the one I used to love as a kid.”

This restaurant reminded me of the one I used to love as a kid. Authentic food and aesthetically pleasing. We all who went ordered the combination dinner. Enchilada, taco, beans and rice, a tamale, and everything was amazing! I didn't even get a picture of the plate because I was busy devouring my meal. :)

Kayla V (Electric_Raichu)

Aug 2018