La Mexicana Buena Vista

“Hola 🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼 If you're looking for a little slice of Mexico right here, La Mexicana Buena Vista is the place to be.”

Hola 🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼 If you're looking for a little slice of Mexico right here, La Mexicana Buena Vista is the place to be! 🌮✨ From the moment you step in, the warm and inviting atmosphere makes you feel like you’re home. We ordered a feast fit for champions: starting with the taco dinner featuring mouthwatering steak cabeza and al pastor that danced in our mouths with every bite—simply divine! Each taco was packed with flavor, and the toppings were fresh, making our taste buds sing! 🎶 Next up was the steak a la mexicana dinner, which came generously served with rice, beans, and a refreshing salad. The steak was cooked to perfection, bursting with flavor and paired perfectly with silky avocado slices. It's like a fiesta on a plate! Oh, and let’s not forget the steak torta! This beauty was a gooey, delicious masterpiece served with rice and beans that felt like a warm hug on a plate. And the agua fresca? The horchata was a creamy treat that perfectly quenched our thirst alongside the tartness of the Jamaica. The service here deserves a shoutout as well! The cooks were as polite as they were skilled, and the staff taking our orders were genuinely friendly. It’s clear they love what they do, which indeed adds to the whole experience. In short, La Mexicana Buena Vista is more than just a restaurant; it's a delightful culinary adventure. Whether you're a taco aficionado or a first-timer, this place will leave you craving more. Highly recommend for anyone looking to satisfy their Mexican food cravings with heartwarming service! 🌮❤️ Can't wait to return and explore more of their delicious menu! You will not regret visiting this gem!

Lei Lenny

Dec 2025

“Service is kinda weird but don’t let it scare you the tacos are amazing all the meats are great.”

Service is kinda weird but don’t let it scare you the tacos are amazing all the meats are great. Literally a hole in the wall but the food is great!! I’m from Chicago so my food pallet is top grade

Edwin Zhinin

Oct 2025

“Deliciouso.. Loved the food, a completely filling chorizo and egg burrito (chorizo con huevos)! My...”

Deliciouso.. Loved the food, a completely filling chorizo and egg burrito (chorizo con huevos)! My appa got Chilaquiles con bistec y asado, muy es buenito (Soft tortillas covered with sauce topped in steak with a side of rice and beans) Can't wait to come back and try their other options, the food was amazing! Loved their sauces, great options.. salsa Verde (green) taste very sweet but continues to have a peppery taste to it! Salsa Roja (red) has a VERY strong peppery taste with a little kick to it! Habernero sauce has a STRONG kick to it, if you like spice then definitely try it, all of their sauces are really good and up with other Mexican places me and my appa have stopped in! I will continue to go here, even if you think it's pricey.. just remember they also have to make enough to keep up with economy! Around 13 for a big burrito, 5 ish bucks for a large horchata, Steak breakfast dinner stated earlier costed around 20$.. very expected in today's standards, great service.. the cook and the lady upfront were very kind and loved when I gave compliments in Spanish, they laughed about it and we said our thanks! They offer candies when you're checking out and they have a selection of chips or Salsa if you'd like to add any containers or bags to go! Super yummy hugs, Gracias! 😍

Peaks lol

Jan 2025

“My quest for a great taco joint in Crystal Lake is over.”

My quest for a great taco joint in Crystal Lake is over. I spent 6 years in SoCal eating all sorts & qualities of tacos, and this place rates among my all-time favorites in the US. Even during a lunch rush & what looked like a large catering order, the staff were warm to greet us when we walked in. Do yourself a favor and skip the rest - this place is the best.

Walter Ferrell

Apr 2024

“Delicious. We drive a little bit further for this authentic Mexican food. Also, I love Quesabirria...”

Delicious. We drive a little bit further for this authentic Mexican food. Also, I love Quesabirria tacos & theirs are amazing and consistent. We are our food too fast to take a picture. 10/10 recommend

Tara Scheff

Sep 2023

“Steak tacos 10/10 Steak Torta✨️ 10/10 Chile relleno taco was 💣 10/10 Gorditas are 🔥 10/10 Their...”

Steak tacos 10/10 Steak Torta✨️ 10/10 Chile relleno taco was 💣 10/10 Gorditas are 🔥 10/10 Their birria there is also super delicious 9/10

Jennifer Martinez

Feb 2023

“I lived in Mexico for 2 years and I can safely say these are some of the best tacos I've had in the USA.”

I lived in Mexico for 2 years and I can safely say these are some of the best tacos I've had in the USA! We had al pastor and carne asada tacos and they were delicious! I would highly recommend for anyone looking for good, authentic tacos!

Jay Paul Werner

Feb 2021

“The best hands down and I LOVE tacos.”

The best hands down and I LOVE tacos. Go get some, their rice and beans are amazing too!!! Even better then El Pariso in Elgin !!!

Amanda S

Feb 2020

“This is the best place around.”

This is the best place around. Love the food and the people. Excellent little authentic spot with phenomenal salsas. It's kept me coming back for years and years.

Ryan Tippery

Jul 2019

“Definitely one of the best family owned, authentic Mexican restaurants in the Chicago area.”

Definitely one of the best family owned, authentic Mexican restaurants in the Chicago area. I've worked in the restaurant business for almost 20 years and have been to hundreds Mexican restaurants, both trendy and mom and pop places. Buena Vista stands out!! Muy excelente, mas authentico!!

Michael Motley

May 2019

“By far the best Mexican food I've ever had.”

By far the best Mexican food I've ever had. The service is always friendly and prompt. Every time I'm in town it's the first place I stop. The food is so good I think about it all year long. I've had Mexican food all across the country, all over Mexico from Juarez to Toluca and nothing comes close.

Nevada Fielding

Dec 2018

“It's a real vibe in here.”

It's a real vibe in here. The lengua taco is pretty good.

Victor S

Jul 2019