Hoja Santa

“Great vibes! Great staff! Great food! David attended to us at the bar; excellent service! I had the...”

Great vibes! Great staff! Great food! David attended to us at the bar; excellent service! I had the “Pescado”; Pan- seared black sea bass, sauteed shrimp, roasted red potato, kale, chili chilaca sauce. I also had a side of Chimichurri sauce; I love Chimichurri! I cleared the plate; every bit of it was delicious. My cousins enjoyed their pizzas and Molcajete Hoja Santa; Frijoles(beans) charros, sliced ribeye, shrimp, cheese, corn, tomato jalapeño relish. Their house made tortillas are perfect! I tried one of my cousin’s; I’d like to come back and try their tacos!

Reginice

Jan 2026

“I had an incredible dinner at Hoja Santa in Oak Park.”

I had an incredible dinner at Hoja Santa in Oak Park. I ordered the medium-rare NY Strip Steak, and it was cooked to absolute perfection—tender, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The yuca fries with chimichurri were on a whole different level; truly out of this world. I paired everything with two glasses of cabernet, which made the whole meal even better. The ambiance is quiet and comfortable, making it a great spot to unwind, and the location is super convenient. What really stood out, though, was the staff. They were genuinely attentive and made me feel as if I had been there many times before—like a regular. That kind of warmth is rare and really elevated the experience. Highly recommend.

Kevin Bueso

Nov 2025

“The food was excellent.”

The food was excellent! Great service and good vibes.

Meagan Christian

Oct 2025

“We had quesa birria, two sandwiches and Birria Pizza all of them were delicious.”

We had quesa birria, two sandwiches and Birria Pizza all of them were delicious. I would give the quesa birria 10/10 the steak Sandwich 10/10 and the quesa Birria pizza a 8/10. For drinks we had Paloma’s and margaritas both were 10/10

Adilene Fausto

Oct 2025

“Holy moly the food here is beyond delicious.”

Holy moly the food here is beyond delicious. The flavor combinations are out of this world. The calabasa was recommended by one of the staff and it was outstanding. The tuna crudo was also outstanding. Looking forward to coming back.

Renee Patel

Sep 2025

“Can’t not say enough.”

Can’t not say enough! The food melted in your mouth! The service was extremely tentative. It’s a must go! 💙 Let’s not forget the drinks!

Erika Rosado

Aug 2025

“Found this gem on TikTok and had to check it out while in town.”

Found this gem on TikTok and had to check it out while in town. Easy parking, amazing vibe, and hands down a 10/10 experience. Loved it so much we went back the next day. I even bought a gift card for a family member.Highly recommend: the Calabaza appetizer, Molcajete Hoja Santana and the carne y tuetano all incredible.Drinks? Get the Mexican Coconut Mojito and the Mole Old Fashioned you won’t regret it.We’ll definitely be back.

Lissette Sanchez Real Estate

May 2025

“Delicious food. Drinks were strong and good. I would definitely visit again.”

Angel

May 2025

“I visit the restaurant for second time service friendly food delicious 😋 🤤 its total different...”

I visit the restaurant for second time service friendly food delicious 😋 🤤 its total different enjoy the experience 🤩😋😋 the atmosphere are fine. I recommend this place a thousand times 💯💯💯👍👍😋🤤 you'll want to come back again.

Ana G Salgado

May 2025

“Excellent Birria Pizza.”

Excellent Birria Pizza. Salmon and the Bone Marrow appetizer were all delicious. Great place for dinner. Highly recommended.

Carlos Soria

Mar 2025

“Food was delicious.”

Food was delicious. We had the arugula salad and bone marrow. The drinks were good. Service was also very good. A good place to have drinks, est something delicious and enjoy the atmosphere.

Sagrario Alvarez

Feb 2025

“Hoja Santa is a culinary gem that effortlessly blends Mexican flavors with innovative twists.”

Hoja Santa is a culinary gem that effortlessly blends Mexican flavors with innovative twists. The drinks menu is a delightful surprise, offering a creative selection of cocktails that perfectly complement the bold flavors of the food. Each sip is a symphony of tastes, expertly crafted with high-quality ingredients. But it's the food that truly steals the show. The birria pizza is a revelation – a crispy, cheesy delight topped with tender, flavorful birria meat. The Brussels sprouts are another standout, perfectly cooked and seasoned with a touch of sweetness and spice. If you're looking for a truly exceptional dining experience, Hoja Santa is a must-visit. It's a place where you can savor delicious food, enjoy creative cocktails, and immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere.

Amal Hussain

Nov 2024