El Presidente Restaurante
Chris Kraszewski · 178 Google reviewsEl Presidente Restaurante — neighborhood mexican in Bucktown. The cooking is rooted in real tradition. Owner on site. Jaz V: "Their salsas have great flavor, but beware the red sauce is spicy" [$, patio]
What 769 diners keep saying
What 769 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“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!”
“Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere of this restaurant. Some of the best Mexican cuisine I’ve ever had - will be back!”
“Great little place, family owned. It was like getting served from your grandmother. Home”
“Ima going to start with what kind of take out plates are these?? My food got cold very quick you can simply use aluminum foil... I order 8 tacos only cilantro and I got lettuce and cheese... tortillas are ehh”
“Enchiladas mole soooo good every time!!! everyone go support this business”
“The food here has always been good and very tasty. I've been coming here for years.”
“So authentic and so good! Been going there since 1979? It’s like walking into a neighborhood restaurant in Mexico. Lots of wonderful classic Mexican dishes. Feels like home cooked. Also it’s very fair pricing ie not trying to be swanky just down home. I believe they have a patio. Go there!”
“I have been going to this restaurant for 30 years and can tell you that the food is authentic, fresh and tastes just the same as it always has. It is my absolute favorite Mexican food in the city of Chicago!”
“My wife and I have been going to el presidente since 1980. Best ienchiladas en mole in Chicago. There salsa is muy picante and delish. Absolutely love this place”
“The Best Authentic Mexican Food In Chicago, With Fantastic Mexican Flavors. The restaurant has been running for more than 50 years. And it never disappoint. Servers are friendly,atmosphere laye back a variety of dishes. Come and enjoy what Mexican food should be. Highly recommend.”
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