Tecalitlan Restaurant

“Great place! That burrito was fantastic!”

John Mortensen

Oct 2025

“Nice restaurant, good food and a decent price.”

Tony Robinson

Sep 2025

“We ordered the Enchiladas (carne molida / ground meat) which were good but the ground meat tasted a bit plain.”

We ordered the Enchiladas (carne molida / ground meat) which were good but the ground meat tasted a bit plain. The special enchilada sauce was good and the cheese did not taste cheap. Birria was good. Steak tacos were good. The rice gets a thumbs up and the refried beans I thought were tasty. The salsa and tortillas were also great. Horchata, which is a little bit different everywhere you go, I thought was wonderful here. Staff was friendly and the place had a great vibe.

Eric King

Jun 2025

“Came for the posole and was not disappointed.”

Came for the posole and was not disappointed. It was good and came with all the fixings . 10 out of 10- I will come again

Vianney Martinez

Jan 2025

“Went with friends out to lunch and this was my first time here.”

Went with friends out to lunch and this was my first time here. My impression is it's not a big restaurant, but the seating is comfortable and there is lots of light. (I don't care for dark restaurants) The family / staff that works here are wonderful, friendly and attentive. The food is some of the best authentic Mexican food I've had in a long time, and there was plenty. Prices are good for the quality and quantity of the food. I can honestly say the only drawback I found in this wonderful restaurant was the guy that sings the entire time you are there. He sings well, that's not the problem, the problem is he turns up his music loud and he's very loud, which makes it almost impossible to carry on a conversation with whomever you are eating with. For this reason only did I give "Atmosphere" only 4 out of 5 stars. Everything else is a solid 5 stars.

Rhonda Birk

Jan 2025

“Absolutely phenomenal.”

Absolutely phenomenal. I actually teared up over the cheese enchilada and the camarones rancheros were to die for. Tortillas… out of this world. Pico de gallo and salsas were super fresh and tasty. There was a very talented gentleman performing live who went around the restaurant to serenade guests, which was SO sweet. The lady who waited on us said her parents founded the restaurant over 40 years ago and it shows! The place is clean and cozy, the people who worked there were all super quick and helpful, and the food was insane. We live an hour away and will absolutely be making the drive to come back for more.

Carla D

Jul 2024

“This place is the Best!”

This place is the Best!! Been coming here for easily 30 yrs!!!! Won't be disappointed!! Great atmosphere .you have to pay at the counter..nothing fancy about this place but the service is great and the food is delicious

Baudelia Jensen

Jan 2024

“We ordered Menudo and it was perfection.”

We ordered Menudo and it was perfection! Will be going back again and again!!!

Jennifer Cobb

Nov 2023

“We were searching for brunch after an appointment in Aurora, and found this place.”

We were searching for brunch after an appointment in Aurora, and found this place. Happy we did. Homey vibe, emphasis on the food. Most of the other customers were speaking Spanish, an endorsement for us. We were pleasantly surprised at the free chips and salsa (two kinds) while they prepared our entrees. One of the salsas was quite spicy, but so good we finished it. We had the huevos con chorizo and huevos divorciados — both excellent, with huge portions. Enjoyed both the corn and flour tortillas, hand-made. With that and a horchata, our tab came to just $32 — if we’d been served the same for $50 in one of the tonier places in the Loop, we wouldn’t have complained.

Ken Andrade

Jun 2023

“The Lomo en Chile de Arbol was incredible.”

The Lomo en Chile de Arbol was incredible! I ordered it without beans. Friendly staff, delicious food.

Terrence Janas

Feb 2023

“Delicious food and excellent service, as always.”

Delicious food and excellent service, as always. We will definitely be back!

Cristobalina Moran

Oct 2022

“The service was amazing, I was greeted right away & served salsa & chips.”

The service was amazing, I was greeted right away & served salsa & chips. My food came quick & even the beans were seasoned well. My margarita was amazing! Highly recommend this place!

Karasmatic Living

Aug 2022