Everything tip top and delicious food w ambiance! Highly recommend this place's menu and outdoor seating read more

My waitress was great. In the past, I've had nothing but nice dinning experiences at Amerika's. Today the french fries were the only item that was decent. The tortilla soup tasted old, the steak on the steak sandwich was not fresh and had absolutely no seasoning and there were maybe 2 small pieces of onions. My waitress was extremely understanding when I expressed to her my concern, she first offered salt and pepper and then she offered to replace with steak tacos, which I thought was really nice until I got them home and tasted them. The steak tacos tasted like spoiled meat cooked on a dirty grill. This is definitely not the quality of food I'm used to from Amerika's. read more

Amerikas - Latin American Near Me - Oak Park, Illinois

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FOOD: $22 too high for 3 small tacos. They don't even give you sauce and tortilla chips to snack on while you wait for your tacos, and No rice and beans! I dined at this restaurant on a Sunday evening at the time that tacos are the only entree on the menu. 3 tacos--choice of Pork, Shrimp, Beef, Chicken. The shrimp was my favorite; should have gotten all three shrimp. However, there was nothing special about the tacos to cost $22, and that's excluding taxes, and tip. FYI: The couple dining at the table next to me said that their drinks were delicious. They were given an extra churro so they gave it to me along with the complementary sauce that's served with it. It was delicious! SERVICE: Extremely BAD. Short staffed. Only a young lady taking orders. Just BAD! Ambiance: I ate on the small patio area in front of the restaurant. It's too small and close for comfort to me. So, on busy days and times it's probably best to make a reservation. Not so sure if I'll dine at Amerikas again; so I will not be recommending anyone to dine there. However, others seem to like dining there pop perhaps you will too. read more

Great service I must say good attitude and atmosphere as well great spot to eat fresh food and the taste is great to be honest the only down side is that price I think it's a bit over priced for the some of the portions they give but I also understand it might be the area where the location is at also. But over all great good good ppl. They did ask us if we had a reservation so keep that in mind you might have to make one on certain days or times we got lucky and got seated right away not too busy that day. read more

Underwhelmed by our recent experience. When we came in, there was no host, so we kind of just had to stand around until someone showed up and I enthusiastically greeted us. We then asked for a table by the window (there was an empty one) and were told "no," because there was a reservation. We ended up eating our entire meal and nobody ever sat at that table. As for the food, it was surprisingly bland and service was not great. The waitress never came around to refill drinks and we had to fetch our own condiments. Had this been my first time here, I wouldn't return. read more

Amerikas - A nice empty table. - Latin American Near Me - Oak Park, Illinois

I'm going to be dreaming of the French toast here for a long time. Some of the best I've ever tasted. My wife had a dish with black beans, corn chips, eggs, etc. She loved it and wants to go back. Our server was great. One note....my latte was way too strong! More milk and less coffee needed. Really cool place, a little bit expensive for breakfast! read more

Loved Amerikas! My friend and I went there for the first time last night (Friday) pm around 730pm. It was busy and we didn't have a reservation but we were able to get seated right away. The wine was good and the food was delicious! Great flavors and lots of menu options. We shared a beet salad and tacos. The cauliflower pastor taco was the best! Loud but lively atmosphere. Small restaurant but plenty of seating. Definitely recommend! read more

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Went here before a game and had a cocktail and some apps, meal and apps were awesome. I could downgrade the review because the churro wasn't great, but I can also maybe say it's cause it was in the bag for a little bit since I took that to go. Beverages, ceviche, meal, all really good! read more

Best dining experience I have ever had in Oak Park. The hummus is #1 in my book. Eat here!

Food was fabulous, service good BUT music is so loud, people screaming, it was not fun. We couldn't wait to get out.

Bad service, below average food, and no ambiance. I am not sure where the high reviews are coming from. It is advertised as shareable plates, yet they were not designed or thought of as shareable concepts and the menu was all over the place. I am not sure what that was. The server had zero interaction with us besides the most basic requirements. He did not show any interest in showcasing what the restaurant had to offer. It just felt like he couldn't wait to get us out and move on to the next table. I ordered a spicy margarita and a classic margarita was brought to me. No check-ins, no "how is everything tasting?", no "is there anything else I can get for you?". It was a total of $138.25 for 5 of us, and included a 20% tip for parties of 4 or more....which is something I typically see for parties of 6 or more, at actual restaurants. This place is not up to that caliber. Luckily the overall total wasn't as bad but it truly isn't worth it. Oak Park doesn't have a lot of solid dining options to begin with so this is just another place that can be added to that list. Definitely not coming back. read more

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The food was good but the service was weird. The service started off good but towards the end they were taking away cups and plates before we were done. I got to try their Old Fashioned, churro, tortilla soup, and chicken dish with tortilla chips. None of the food was spectacular but it was all on the good side. The tortilla soup shocked me because I didn't know what it was until after I tried it. read more

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What a fantabulous First experience here. The food was amazing, the employees were fantastic. Not to mention the drinks were delicious except the bottom of mimosas won't do that again. The flavoring they offer are very insipid and didn't make it much of a difference in flavoring my drink. However they do have a bad ass old-fashioned I will go back for some dessert that was to die for I cannot wait read more

This is my favorite place in town. They have an amazing, amazing food and top notch cocktails. Everything about this place is great. I go often! read more

So our first visit this morning was great (we'd say 4.8 stars), especially since we are in our element sitting at a breakfast bars too and those were the only seats left at 11 am on a Sunday. We started with their somewhat famous Churros con Leche and were amazed by how light and tasty they were without being too sweet, even dunked in what seemed like corn meal and cinnamon-sweetened milk. My better half wanted steak tacos and was not disappointed with the nicely spicy and extremely tender steak. I opted for the breakfast burrito which was heavy on flavorful egg and thick chunks of pork belly bacon with a really unique spice profile and a complimentary avacado crema. The accompanying potatoes were lightly spiced and almost all perfectly crisp-roasted. Terrific bold coffee with a VERY subtle hint of cinnamon in there somewhere, a vibrant crowd and fantastic service there's a lot to like at this small Latin fusion place and we will certainly be back! read more

Amerikas - Half of a heart-shaped churro with dulce con Leche - Latin American Near Me - Oak Park, Illinois

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I went on a whim, as I hadn't researched the restaurant. I was greeted pleasantly, we spoke about the menu, and I chose the verde chilaquiles with a side of chimichurri sauce! Service, ambience and food were delicious. read more

I clearly didn't know what Latin American food was when I went in, but now I know and I LOVE it! Inventive flavors that elevate the familiar to new heights. Our server brought us all a small cup of pea soup on the house that was delicious. I had the Barbacoa, which was lamb rather than pork. Incredible! My friends and I didn't share, but were all equally pleased with our selections. I hope Oak Park can hold on to Amerikas. It's small and intimate, and I've never had a problem getting a table, so I worry. But it's one of my faves. A sophisticated journey for your palate. read more

Best brunch in the oak park area. Bottomless mimosas for $25 and they will sometimes just bring a whole bottle of brut to the table. Can't go wrong. Service is always top notch. read more

Amerikas - Steak And Chilaquiles - Latin American Near Me - Oak Park, Illinois

Went to Amerikas in Oak Park for my suegra's birthday and it was a great experience all around. The food was amazing, the drinks were on point, and the service was excellent. Everyone made us feel welcome, and we even got to talk with the owner -- great guy. It made the celebration feel even more special. Would 100% recommend and definitely coming back. read more

My good friend and I visited Amerikas for brunch for the first time on Sunday. The restaurant was already bustling when we arrived, and the hostess promptly greeted us and seated us toward the back. As we browsed the menu, our server Paloma greeted us with a complimentary tortilla soup in an espresso cup which was lukewarm. She then took our drink orders. I asked for an iced tea, expecting it to be unsweetened. To my surprise, it arrived sweetened, and Paloma appeared just as caught off guard. After checking with the bar, she let us know that unsweetened iced tea wasn't available and offered an apology. I ultimately returned the drink due to an unusual aftertaste and opted not to order a replacement. We placed our food orders: my friend asked about turkey bacon for her breakfast sandwich, but the server simply said they didn't have any and didn't offer alternatives. I opted for the Chicken Jibarito. When our entrees arrived, the presentation was excellent. However, the egg on the breakfast sandwich was cooked over hard instead of the preferred doneness, and the plantains in my Jibarito could have used a few more minutes of cooking. We pointed out the overcooked egg, but the only response was a brief apology. Service was attentive, perhaps overly so--our server checked in three separate times to see if my friend had finished her meal, which became a bit disruptive. Eventually, my friend had to let her know she'd say something when she was done. A few other details detracted from the experience: the women's restroom was out of paper towels, and the decorative plants throughout the restaurant looked neglected and in need of replacement. On a positive note, the dishes we saw at neighboring tables looked delicious, and the crowd suggested the place is popular, though the noise level was quite high. All in all, it may have just been an off day? I'm open to giving Amerikas another try, as there's potential here. One suggestion: please update the menu on your website to reflect what's actually available and the increase in prices. read more

Amerikas - Plant decor - Latin American Near Me - Oak Park, Illinois

Me and The Queen were attending a Fever event at the Arts Center (We call it Ballet: Sleeping Beauty Dance & Light Show) and wanted to find a place nearby to eat. We couldn't get into Hemingway Bistro, so with Yelp I found this place. Fortunately they were in OpenTable and I was able to make a reservation. We found our way over to a super cute restaurant with a wonderful outdoor area (too chilly to sit out in that night). The restaurant is small but cute. Quite a few two seaters, which for me are not my favorite, but fortunately we were seated a two seater with a bigger table behind the bar and that was excellent as it gave us plenty of space for multiple dishes. We started with a tomato soup served in a small cup that was super delicious! It was so good, I got another serving of it. It didn't look like tomato soup as it was orange in color, but man oh man, it was sooo good! We got the guacamole as a starter (tomato, garlic, onions, serranos, cilantro, lime) and Tlayuda chips (Oaxacan large flat crispy tortilla). This was my first time having this type of chip and it was interesting. The presentation of the dish was interesting as well, with the guacamole centered on the plate in its own dish, surrounded by the large chips. The guacamole had a good flavor to it was fresh. Next we got the Taquitos (chicken barbacoa, cabbage, creme fraiche, queso fresco, pickled onions and salsa verde). Again, the plating was lovely, but this was just an okay dish for me. I was expecting a little more in terms of the flavors, it was a little on the bland side for me...most likely would not order this again. That said, The Queen loved them and I saw quite a few orders coming out of the kitchen. Next came the Pulpo (Spanish octopus with fingerling potatoes, roasted garbanzo beans, cherry tomatoes, chorizo, mexican onions). This was a wonderful dish, with the octopus cooked to perfection. The potatoes we very good, and the garbanzo beans were interesting as they were roasted and on the crunchy side. This was a winner for me and The Queen. Our last dish was the Barbacoa lamb shank with mushroom risotto. The lamb just came off the bone. My only problem with this dish was the size and the fact I had to share it. The whole Latin fusion aspect of this dish came through for me as I don't typically think lamb or risotto in relationship to barbacoa. Although we did not get it, I saw a few tables order an interesting dish with a wild presentation of dry ice smoke. Turns out it was the salmon tartar. I will most definitely come back to try that as the description sounded great and I loved the overall presentation. The Queen got a cocktail called Ipanema Sunset (Catan Pisco, lemon, passionfruit syrup, orange flower water, eucalyptus/herb mix, aquafaba). I am not a big cocktail person, but this was nice and refreshing. The flavors were nice, with the orange and passionfruit coming through. I was happy to see that they also had bubbles on the menu. We finished off the meal with a churro, which was on the house. I am not a big dessert person, but when I do eat a pastry, I like it warm. In this case I did not even have to ask if they could warm it up as came to table already warm. Overall this was a nice meal...the dishes that worked were well executed and I would definitely come back here for a meal. read more

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What a delightful experience! The decor is beautiful and inviting, and you're taken out of the noise from the street outside. I was surprised to be greeted with a small cup of INCREDIBLE tortilla soup, which was hearty and flavorful. I would definitely recommend ordering a full portion of it. My main dish was Pastor Fried Rice. The name is too "blah" for such an amazing dish. Very tender pork, expertly seasoned with fresh vegetables and a robust sauce that coated the rice and my eggs so well. The service was very professional and friendly, and the food came quickly after we ordered. We noticed that a party of about a dozen people were in the restaurant enjoying themselves, and several people came in alone while we were there, so I think it's safe to say that this place is great for singles or groups. But I would recommend making a reservation in either case. read more

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This place is absolutely amazing! Everytime I go it's a great experience! From the little complementary soup to the bottomless brunch...it's all delicious! The staff is very friendly. Keep in mind it is on the small side, but it's still very nice! read more

Ordered breakfast from here and wow. We got the breakfast burrito and it was really delicious. Especially the potatos with spices and onions. So delish. We also got the French toast and it was unbelievable. Soaked in a sweetened condensed milk but not as thick with bananas and strawberries and slivered almonds on top. This breakfast is 5 stars and highly recommended. read more

Amerikas - Breakfast Burrito and French Toast - Latin American Near Me - Oak Park, Illinois

I was in the area and needed to kill time. So I popped into Amerikas for a drink and light meal. The interior was very cozy and well decorated. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I started off with a margarita that had a nice kick to it. I decided to take the bartender's recommendation and ordered the seafood tostada. I was expecting a traditional tostada with seafood on it, but instead it was more like a deconstructed tuna tare tare with thin flat bread. It was delicious and hit the spot. I followed up the margarita with a local beer from the Cerveceria down the street. It was really good. I will definitely add Amerikas to my list of date night restaurants. read more

Went here with my son for an early dinner. The place was fantastic. My son had the pulpo and I wish I would have ordered the same even though my taco and sweet potato mash was also delicious! read more

Love this tiny Mexican themed restaurant with an eclectic menu. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly. I usually get the Chicken Enchiladas and they're perfection! In the past we have had there street tacos and they're tasty especially the cauliflower version. Oh, in the warm season a very nice street patio. Lunch and brunch are the best! Don't miss Amerikas! read more

I love this place. It's a fun environment and the food is delicious . Lots of options ... some of my favorites are the whole fish and the cauliflower... I've never eaten anything I haven't liked. I love that they bring an espresso cup of soup... both the carrot/ tomato and the tortilla soup are so flavorful. The staff is friendly and prompt. Totally recommend this place read more

Traditional & mezcal margaritas great. Mole and green enchiladas delicious. Attentive and friendly service. Truly happy to see you there. Owner even stopped by to make sure we were enjoying our dining experience. And the churro was a great way to top off the meal. Chatty & festive atmosphere. Special shout out to Crystal, Armando & Daniella. Thanks for making our lunch so special and memorable! read more

We got into Amerikas at the last minute which means the food could be hit or miss. The tacos were delicious. The fries could have been served with more attention to detail but were still tasty. read more

Amerikas - Pork Taco, Shrimp Taco, Chimi Y Queso Fries - Latin American Near Me - Oak Park, Illinois

Excellent Latin fusion! Came here with my family for lunch and it did not disappoint! Being from Phoenix, I can be a bit particular about my Mexican and Mexican adjacent food. This was awesome! Service was incredible, they were super accommodating and kind especially to my son! My son had the kids cheese quesadillas and the portion was massive we brought a lot home! We also shared guac which came with big blue corn fried tortillas. I got veggie enchiladas, my mom got a kale salad with chicken, my dad and sister both got eggs either toast and potatoes, my dad had bacon my sister subbed avocado. They brought us out a little sample each of their vegan tortilla soup. I loved it, it had a little kick of spice to it! The food was really good and huge portions. We had plenty left over. I loved the greens on top of mine, yum! Rice and beans were good too! I tried some of the potatoes and well and they were tasty! Slightly pricey but it is a nicer restaurant. Super loud in here but it was pretty busy when we went for lunch on a Sunday! Loved the fun wall in the back. Would for sure recommend checking this place out. Love that they have coffee and yummy sounding cocktails as well! read more

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Brutal!! Super dirty-- look close when you're in there!! Look at the menus!! Covered in sticky and stained-- place has bathrooms right next to the food!! Man it's swanky food sounds good but it's not a place for the tidy!! Or ocd-- seats are close and it's noisy-- brutal to even sit through dinner Food the other folks had they liked -- glad I observed and got outta there !! read more

Thank you Amerikas. You out did yourselves today. Beet salad, tacos, chicken dish, fries. Ceviche, fried poblano pepper, churros. Sorry no pics cause we were busy. Even the music was popping. Thank you for helping us end the year in a yummy state. read more

The waitstaff Iris was amazing but the food was out of this world. I had the French toast with leche, caramel and bananas. The pasole was soooo rich and flavorful!! Really 5 stars. I'd leave a picture of the dish but it was gone in 10 minutes. read more

Lovely staff and service. Great food. Their tortillas are light and delicious. Guacamole is a 10! Delicious choices. Everything is fresh and nicely presented. Loved everything about it. Ambiance is just right! read more

Great food. Mediocre service Overpriced. Parking very difficult , sparce! Ambiance is ok but acoustics are terrible so by 6pm, restaurants is very noisy. read more

Hot Chocolate 9/10 Tortilla Soup 4/10 Pear Salad 9/10 Surf & Turf Taco 6/10 Pork Sandwich 9/10 read more

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Hispanic Heritage Month continues, so we dropped by this latin fusion spot in Oak Park for brunch. There is outdoor seating and indoor seating. The decor and artwork are fun and vibrant. For my drink, I ordered an Ipanema sunset, which was beautiful and delicious. I got the chilaquiles with chicken added for extra protein. I asked for some hot sauce on the side - the extra hot sauce is a MUST TRY. It was so good with the chilaquiles and with the French fries. My husband was very satisfied with his pork sandwich. The food was super tasty, and the service was great. If I'm in the area again, I'd absolutely go back. read more

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Authentic and delicious good locally in the community. Food is simple, unique and good and drinks are amazing.

Outstanding service from Paloma and other staff. The food still has me full but also still drooling. This place is a must try!