Tender chicken simmered in a rich, savory, and slightly spicy chocolate-based mole sauce.
Tea • Tacos • Drinks • Mexican
"Wow wow wow. Makayla was our server this evening and might I say this whole entire experience went above and beyond any and all expectation we had before walking through the doors to La Condesa. We were looking for a nice place to celebrate some life happenings while sticking to our gluten free lifestyle and we couldn’t have chosen a better restaurant to visit! The food, INCREDIBLE and truly elevated. The ambiance, absolutely perfect. The company (Makayla), such a JOY! Wonderful night. We will definitely be back."
Lunch • Mexican • Spanish • Breakfast
"I have booked this restaurant to celebrate my birthday for a total of 9 guests, as we said in the hostess, there is no reservation and they do not table reservations. Take care of yourself. I have another confirmation text. Please note the booking here as they should not even allow this. we sat after talking to the manager, but that would have been bad if they had no availability. it was a very busy Sunday!"
Bars • Full • Casual • Mexican
"The food was incredibly delicious and beautifully presented. Unlike many Mexican restaurants I've visited, where dishes often lack color and the sides are dull, this place stood out. The rice was of a higher quality, and the addition of poblano peppers and corn made it truly memorable and tasty. Similarly, the black beans, which are usually bland, were excellently seasoned. I ordered the chicken Pibil, which was aromatic and tender—no easy feat for chicken in a restaurant. My wife had the steak, which was also tender and cooked to perfection. I usually skip dessert when dining out, but since everything had been so impressive, I decided to try the flan—and I was not disappointed. It was the perfect way to end a delightful evening with a wonderful staff."
Full • Soup • Pizza • Mexican
"Went for my birthday and got seated right away. We ordered drinks and guacamole and I ordered beef fajitas. They were good but needed lime juice or would have been to tasteless. The waiter was awesome and the man who brings drinks too. I liked the staff. But my friend ordered a tostada and it was covered in red enchilada sauce. She literally had to run to the bathroom due to the sauce. Tostadas should not use red sauce. It wasn't hot sauce but red enchilada sauce. Odd. I was pleased with my food and the cute little dessert they brought me for my birthday. Delicious flan. I was sad when I wanted to tip 15% and the electronic device had only 18% and two higher choices. Why don't they have 15% as a choice? Seems presumptuous and wring to assume I want to pay more when the bill was already over $50 for two plates and a small guacamole and two sodas? I pushed the custom tip button and paid 7$. I would have paid more had they not tried to force a customer to pay 18%. It's wrong. Reminded me if the Dodgers now wanting us to pay for a bag of peanuts using our credit cards on a handheld machine and also expecting 18% and up tips. Not me. I won't go to any more dodger games. Their hot dogs taste awful and getting tix and parking pass online was awful. Never could find the parking pass. Oh well I digress. Good food, great staff, but the tip forced down my throat not so good. And my poor friend was sick from the sauce."
Steak • French • Mexican • Chicken
"This charming little restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, beautifully decorated, with generous portions. However, the standout feature is undoubtedly the fantastic food. The menu includes a wide variety of breakfast options, as well as Mexican and American dishes. The salsa was some of the best I've had in a long time, and the horchata was perfectly made and served in a large glass. All of this comes at a great price. It was a wonderful dining experience, and I highly recommend it."
Beer • Diners • Mexican • Chicken
"I've been here about 10 times and every time has been a pretty good experience. If you're looking for a more authentic taste coupled with a colorful atmosphere, this is your place if you are in Ballard area.Surely you could get the same authenticity with trucks or restaurants, but this place beats then for the vibe and location. Plus, the service is always great.Above all else, this place makes THE BEST HORCHATA LATTES, I dream about them all the time. In fact, I've never seen any other restaurant offering this delicious treat.In summary, if you're looking for a consistently good experience and delicious food without the pretentiousness- visit El Moose.My personal favorite is their Chilequiles for breakfast. Always with the green sauce."
Soup • Salads • Mexican • Salads
Full • Casual • Mexican • Catering
"This restaurant is our go-to for authentic Mexican cuisine. It’s a cozy, family-friendly spot with ample seating and a welcoming bar area. They offer outdoor dining when the weather allows. Their margaritas are excellent, with a variety of flavors to try. The service is top-notch, with cheerful and professional staff. The food is consistently amazing—we’ve sampled nearly everything on the menu. This time, we enjoyed the steak and shrimp dinner plate, along with steak and enchiladas. If you’re in the area, be sure to stop by for a fantastic dining experience that will leave you feeling satisfied and content. Parking: The restaurant boasts a spacious parking lot that includes designated handicap parking spaces. Kid-friendliness: This restaurant is both cozy and kid-friendly, with attentive staff and a menu catering to young diners. The spacious layout ensures comfortable dining for families, with high chairs and kid-friendly options available. Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, with wide spaces and staff ready to assist guests with mobility needs."
Meat • Cafés • Mexican • Takeaway
"**Meal Type:** Dinner **Price Range:** $10–20 per person **Food Rating:** 5/5 **Service Rating:** 5/5 **Atmosphere Rating:** 5/5 **Recommended Dishes:** Carne Asada, Chips and Salsa, Salsa, Tacos **Vegetarian Options:** Somewhat recommended; vegetarian dishes are clearly labeled **Parking Situation:** Ample parking available **Parking Options:** Free parking lot This restaurant offers an excellent dining experience. The food was outstanding, and the service was top-notch. The ambiance created a perfect setting for dinner. I highly recommend trying the Carne Asada, along with the Chips and Salsa—both were fantastic. For vegetarians, there are some decent options available, clearly marked on the menu, making it easier for plant-based diners. Plus, with plenty of free parking, accessing the restaurant is a breeze."
Pub • Full • Seafood • Mexican
"I ordered 3 meals, including arroz compollo, a meal that frequently comes without rice and beans at other establishments. However, I wanted rice and beans and noticed that, on their menu, the dish was on a list whose heading noted rice and beans were included. Not trusting this, I asked the sever if these sides were indeed included with the meal. She turned the menu so she could read it and told me that they were included, as if I can't read. But when I got home, there were no rice and beans. Go figure.On the positive side, they included chips and salsa. But a handful of the chips were old. Really old. They had an off taste that was disgusting."
Soup • Mexican • Spanish • Fast Food
"Best tacos in Northern Chi. Good variety of meats for tacos, burritos, sopes, tostados,tortas salads; or have veggie or fish. Mexican or American breakfasts and Burgers are available. Great soup menu that isn't at all Mexican restaurants, as well as more appetizers too. BYOB, but they've a good selection of beverages. They also make Flan and 3 milk cake. Daily Specials, dinner combos that include rice and good beans. Eat in, to go or delivery. TVs inside, good size party room, comfy atmosphere you can bring family to. Friendly staff. Good biz hours (9a-9p except Sun 9a-8p). Pull in parking available in front."
Lunch • Steak • Mexican • Seafood
"Solid setup.. If you are a Mexican food lover, this is a must to stop and try!! My family and I ate here a few times. I waited to try some articles before a first and solid review. The food is amazing. Apps are great! Only fall is to get a beautiful nachos with all goods, you must order the meal. It's not an app. What we order with the Chipotle Chicken Queens. wow.its good. I am a great follower of seafood Burritos!! Absolutely the best I had everywhere! My children enjoy the atmosphere and they have a great choice as seen in my pictures for order. Not to mention, they can make solid margaritas. they make sure that they don't come short on the alcohol!!! If you have thought about trying or being in the area... stop, eat and tell me your thoughts!! Just go away and stand by my words months ago!! AMAZING."
Beer • Steak • Mexican • Chicken
"Food is amazing but I was very disappointed. I ordered a large order for my daughter 's party and called the order in the day before. I gave a time for pickup and even called before getting there. The food wasn 't ready and I waited for almost 30 minutes for the restaurant to figure out a price . I felt that they were not prepared and it caused me to be late to my own party. Quality of food is amazing but due to their lack of preparedness and inability to price (which I felt was extremely high) , I rated it the way I did."
Tacos • Mexican • Breakfast • Food Trucks
"I visited this place for breakfast tacos after seeing a video claiming they had the best, and I was not disappointed. Since the food truck was closed when I arrived around 9 AM, they kindly directed me to the restaurant, which I definitely recommend if you have the time. I ordered the al pastor and sausage and egg tacos based on my server’s suggestions, and both were fantastic. The ingredients were fresh, and I appreciated that the tortillas were made in-house. While the pork in the al pastor wasn’t as tender as I had hoped, the flavors were still excellent. It was an affordable meal, and overall, I had a great experience. I give it 4.5 stars."
Soup • Cafés • Drinks • Seafood
"Old School Mexican Restaurant, Flavors, took me back to the tastes I haven't experienced in 20 years! I absolutely enjoyed the chips and spicy salsa they brought to our table after we placed our orders. I usually prefer milder flavors, but the heat of the salsa reminded me of the bold intensity you find at places like Pinstripes in the Arboretum of South Barrington. I was pleasantly surprised to discover this hidden gem in Crystal Lake. It brought back such wonderful memories that I can’t wait to return for a second visit. I've been to countless Mexican restaurants, but none have reminded me of my childhood like this one. I highly recommend this place to everyone, and I can't wait to return with friends next time!"
Pizza • Steak • Cheese • Mexican
"The atmosphere was typical of a Mexican restaurant, but the service and food were excellent! Kid-friendliness: It’s very kid-friendly, just like most Mexican restaurants. Service: Dine-in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dish: Our Taco."
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Wine • Fish • Meat • Mexican
"We made a reservation for 12 in advance. The service was poor and we got the feeling they didn’t want our business from the moment we arrived. We waited an eternity to place our order and had to request refills on our lemonades. The restaurant was not busy, it was a week night. Otherwise I would have understood a long wait. The food was the only redeeming part of the experience! After we got our food...we never saw our server again."
Pizza • Lunch • Spanish • Mexican
"Short story: Food was really good, wait staff was good. My drink was not and the manager was rude to me. I won 't be back. Longer story: This was one of the first times I 've ever ordered a mixed drink at a restaurant. I saw raspberry mojito on the Specials white board at the entrance and envisioned a few fresh raspberries mashed up with the mint leaves. Sounded good. The raspberry flavor turned out to be from syrup and I could not finish even half of my $10.50 drink. I mentioned it to the nice gentlemen up front as I was leaving, who told me he thought he could help. A lady came back and asked me what was wrong, but did not tell me she was the manager right away. I didn 't know who she was, but explained my drink situation, and she described why she could not use fresh berries. Okay, that made sense. But....there was no apology, not even I 'm sorry you did not enjoy your drink and certainly no Let me see your bill and I 'll put $5 back on your card. Any of these options would have made me feel better about our dinner there. What did she say? That I should have told my waiter right away when I was asked how everything was. Total implication was that it was my fault and therefore my problem. Then she walked away. Okay. I won 't be back. Food: 4 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 5"
Steak • Drinks • Mexican • Seafood
"This is a mixed professional review. I will preface by saying that if you dine in, I 'm pretty sure you 'll have a great experience. The food here can be absolutely top notch. The experiences I 've had both with family and coworkers while in house was amongst the best I 've had around in and out of Chicago. However my stars being removed are due to my take out experiences, which is my usual at this place. The cons are such: I am a taco snob , these are hit or miss some of the best tacos in the entire Chicagoland area asada, pastor carnitas are wonderful. Unfortunately, I 've had several to go orders messed up, with them putting unwanted cheese on the tacos. After a couple messed up orders, I called to tell them of the mistake. They are very nice and assured me they would compensate me the next time I ordered, even when I told them it may be a while. Two months later (yesterday), I called to order and mentioned the aforementioned SNAFU. I was told they had no recollection and no such list I didn 't argue as I still ate the previous meal and it was still good, although not what I ordered. I ordered a taco meal with an extra salsa (their salsa is quite spicy for most but I love it) they compensated me for the salsa ok... If all was well I wouldn 't be leaving this review but it was not. While they got the tacos right, the salsa they gave me (which I was looking so forward to for home use the next few days) was absolutely NASTY! It has that rancid 5+ day old taste; Cannot believe they would serve this, especially to someone who they know (or were informed) they messed up on before! I want to love this place but I cannot, I don 't know that I will give them another chance after this but if I do they may be sacrificed to the 1 star rating... Good luck, dine in!"