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Pepe's Mexican Restaurant

41,200 reviews ·Opentil 10 tonight
Pepe’s will always be one of my favorite Mexican restaurants
Laura ALaura A · 102 Google reviews
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Pepe's Mexican Restaurant — neighborhood mexican in Far South Side. Hospitality you can feel from the door, and cash only. [$]

💵Cash only — hit the ATM first, worth it.

What 1,200 diners keep saying

Great valueFast serviceNeighborhood institutionCozyFamily friendlyQuick bite
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11652 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Far South Side
Today11AM-10PM
Sun–Sat11AM-10PM
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What 1,200 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Ellen Haslett
Jul 2026

When i go to Chicago Pepe's is where I go..the food is great

Ellen Haslett

Ellen Haslett

109 reviews on Google

Review photo by Rosanna Herron
May 2026

My cousin and I were out shopping in Evergreen when we got hungry, so we decided to stop by Pepe’s Restaurant. The tacos were delicious, and those margaritas hit just right, especially the frozen margaritas. You can order them in a regular size or go for a larger one. It was a nice stop while we were out enjoying the day.

Rosanna Herron

Rosanna Herron

30 reviews on Google

Review photo by Teasha Longmore
May 2026

The jerk chicken quesadilla was so juicy & spicy. Peach margarita fye!!!!!

Teasha Longmore

Teasha Longmore

17 reviews on Google

Review photo by J.C. Chavez
Sep 2025

Pepe’s never disappoints. The food is fresh and flavorful—everything from the tacos and enchiladas to the rice and beans hits the spot. The margaritas are perfectly mixed and always a highlight. Service is quick and friendly, and the atmosphere feels relaxed and welcoming, whether you’re there with friends or family. Prices are reasonable for the quality and portions. Definitely one of my go-to spots when I’m craving authentic Mexican comfort food.

J.C. Chavez

J.C. Chavez

102 reviews on Google

Review photo by Yolanda S. Jones
Aug 2025

I Love This Food!! The best Mexican food in town, Hands Down!!

Yolanda S. Jones

Yolanda S. Jones

44 reviews on Google

Review photo by Billy Meadows
Aug 2025

Been awhile since I had a real Pepe’s lunch. This location is top notch!

Billy Meadows

Billy Meadows

63 reviews on Google

Review photo by mzteenabeene
Jul 2025

GOOD SERVICE, CLEAN RESTURANT, FOOD GOOD AND FRESH

mzteenabeene

mzteenabeene

110 reviews on Google

Review photo by Smyle619
Jul 2025

Pepe’s will always be one of my favorite Mexican restaurants!! The food is good and the price is even better!! I use to always get tacos and I’ve recently started exploring different options. This visit I ordered the Tamales dinner and couldn’t finish it all. Maybe it’s because I always eat the free chips and salad before my meal comes. It was good as well but not as flavorful as I expected. The service was good, parking lot outside so no problem there.

Smyle619

Smyle619

108 reviews on Google

Review photo by Kim Banks
May 2026

Excellent service We always have a good time here

Kim Banks

Kim Banks

165 reviews on Google

Review photo by LadiLuv Anderson
May 2025

Great time

LadiLuv Anderson

LadiLuv Anderson

3 reviews on Google

Review photo by Armani
Mar 2026

I am beyond disappointed and disgusted with my whole order. I paid about $40 for slop. I ordered a nacho and there was minimal chips waaaaayyyy to much of the meat (which taste nthn like beef) I didn’t receive sour cream or peppers, and I ordered tacos and they put cheese on it and I didn’t ask for so 5 tacos went to waste. I’m very disappointed and I will never order from here here again the food was trash.

Armani

Armani

10 reviews on Google

Review photo by Jareem Jackson
Jul 2025

Every time I eat here, I get The enchilada with crab meat. It’s usually good but this time I waited an unusually long time for my order. I got home and bite into it and it was completely dried out… like freezer burned and spoiled with a sour smell. I’ve called multiple times and the line is just busy. I’ll try again to see if they make this right. Going forward people, look at every carefully and never buy with crab. No telling how long it’s been in the freezer!!!

Jareem Jackson

Jareem Jackson

2 reviews on Google

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