I found Chilangos by serendipity: we were looking for a Mexican restaurant that was open on Tuesday and we liked the menu on the website because the food was true Mexican food, not the usual Americanized Mexican. So we took a chance. And we were not at all disappointed! First, we were greeted warmly, in a genuine way, by the owner. They seemed genuinely glad to have us. The older gentleman was friendly and playful towards my son. The food was delicious! I had enchiladas with housemate mole. The mole was fantastic: complex and nuanced. My daughter had enchiladas verde, which was smothered in a poblano salsa that was also complex, with great green heat. My son ordered the arracherra, a peppercorn rubbed steak served with homemade guacamole and a delicious cactus salad. I was tempted by several other dishes, particularly the enchiladas mineras (beef cheeks - yum!). All in all, a warm, welcoming, delicious experience that made me want come back. And I will. read more

I used to come here all the time when I lived in Providence. In the three times I've been back over the last few years, I've had a couple stellar experiences and one subpar experience. But I'm someone that believes anyone can have an off day so overall this place is really great. First and foremost, get the margarita. They are the best I've ever had. Also, get the tacos. Even as an app they're so great. I got the shrimp and a veg recently. I've enjoyed all of the entrees I've ever gotten. Honorable mention is the shrimp Diablo. Super spicy and delightful. The interior is warm, cozy, and a perfect combo of lit enough so you can see but dark enough to set a mood for spilling tea or flirting with your date. Equal parts good for girls night and good for date night. The not so great: I got flautas once and they fell flauta (haha). Also, it's sometimes a one man show so service can be slow especially if you need refills so be sure to order multiple drinks at a time, or better yet a pitcher. Street parking can be a real pain but sometimes you get lucky on a side street. Definitely worth a visit if you've never been! read more

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Wow this place was delicious! I had the Plato del Rey which was a butterflied thin charcoal cooked chicken with avocado type of pine nut salad. The flavor was phenomenal. For an appetizer we had flautas and queso fundido. The food came out super quick, we were starving from a full day of moving. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful with old pictures. The service was top notch and super friendly. read more

Chilangos - Taqueria and queso fundido - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I've been a big fan of Chilangos for many years now. I've never not finished my meal .. Until recently. My appetite just didn't cut it, so I took the rest of my unfinished meal (a few nachos & one carnitas taco) home. I didn't have high hopes. Neither of those things have a good reputation for maintaining their quality after sitting in the fridge & then consequently being reheated. BUT THEY WERE. They actually really were. Chilangos pulled off the impossible: Tacos & nachos tasting delicious, even after being reheated in a microwave. Consider me very impressed. Also the bar staff is great here. They know how to make a perfectly ratioed margarita. The real deal. read more

I enjoy going to Chilagos because of the relaxing environment, very good and authentic Mexican food and very good margaritas. Friendly service. The area to improve is to improve process to make reservations. The phone is not answered. read more

So, I tried coming here once and it was packed and we didn't want to wait over an hour for a table but we made another attempt and got in!! It was so worth the re attempt at coming. It's cozy in there and the staff IS SO FRIENDLY. Like everyone, even if they aren't directly taking care of you are so great. Our server gave great reconnections. I honestly had the best guava margarita I've ever had!! My husband liked his regular one a lot too! We picked a variety of tacos and chips/ salsa followed by a churro. There are so many taco varieties. Everything was so great we can't wait to come back! I came because of a buns and bites recommendation from CT. She was so right!! read more

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Loved Chilangos. Went here on recommendation from Buns and Bites and this did not miss. Purposely was looking for a great margarita, we were told this place had the best, I can agree! It's a small place inside, not too many booths and tables but has a real authentic home feel to it. Servers were very nice and an older gentlemen kept walking around to make sure everyone was happy with their meal and if he could get us anything else. We started out with some chips and salsa, salsa was homemade and had a slight spicy kick to it on the backend, loved it. Chips were crispy and felt full, nothing worst than a chip that breaks off easily. For an entree I got two tacos, one carne asada and one chorizo. Meat was juicy and tender, really wish I had gotten a third, it was that good! If you want to go to this place you have to be prepared to wait or try and kept them at an off-peak time, they don't take reservations which can speak to the quality of this restaurant, can't wait to return! read more

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Thus far this is the most satisfying Mexican restaurant in town. The margaritas are a treat, they prepare their own mango and guava juice. A delight, read more

I personally didn't like the street corn (didn't expect it to be a soup dish). The other two dishes were very good! My friend ordered burrito to go and I was told that was amazing as well. The place was busy on a regular week day without a wait though. I liked the cozy neighborhood feel of the restaurant. read more

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I wanted to like this place because the pics looked amazing but the ck tortilla soup was so lacking in flavor and the pork grinds on it were stale. I did like the tacos. Would t come here again. read more

The food was authentic as well as incredible and the drinks were delicious too. The service was great.

Surprisingly I haven't been to this place so far. Got the enchiladas verdes, tortilla soup, pork roja tamale & tacos. Got the granada cocktail, was very balanced, refreshing & didn't taste very spicy. The enchiladas and tamale were pretty good. The tortilla soup was Aok. Got tacos w/carne asada & chipotle chicken. I wasn't aware that the different meat options were priced differently (chicken was 2$, carne asada 3$, Al pastor 5$). The tacos tasted pretty good but were pretty small. Wish I knew about that. The main entrees cost approx 17-22$, bit pricey in my opinion. Overall I'd give this place 3.5 stars. read more

Chilangos - Tortilla soup - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I went to the restaurant with high hopes. Pretty much every item we wanted to order was unavailable. When we finally put in the order, my husband's food came after an interminable wait and mine never arrived. The waiter was a very earnest young man, but clearly something happened that he totally forgot to put in the order for my food. he was very apologetic, but nevertheless, it kind of ruined our dinner. read more

I have been coming to Chilangos off and on since they opened their doors. I have always enjoyed their moles and enchiladas. Recently, I had their Arrachera. It was a $23 dish. Unfortunately. , this was a very poor quality of meat, as it was stringy and difficult to cut into. It did not seem like it was tenderized. I ate it because I was hungry but o was extremely disappointed and sadly, it affected my bowels poorly the next morning. I'd like to ask the owners to make sure they serve their customers a tenderized piece of meat that is of decent quality and not the cheapest quality you can buy. The service was also not very attentive. I was disappointed. I may give them a second chance but for I now will be going more to other local Mexican restaurants over this one at this time. read more

This place was so great!!! Food was absolutely delicious and great service :)! Will definitely be going back !

I visited Chilangos on a weekday night. My friend and I ordered the queso fundido with chorizo & green peppers as an appetizer. The queso fundido had a fun cheese pull! For my entree, I ordered three tacos: lengua, asada, and the brisket special with fig jam and brie cheese. I liked the brisket special the best. The salsa verde they provided wasn't the spiciest, I should have asked for hot sauce. They had a pretty wide selection of meats to choose from, and they also varied by price. I also tried the agua frescas as well; hibiscus strawberry and horchata. Both weren't too sweet, but still refreshing. I think Chilangos would be good to visit for a first date or catch-up with a small group of friends. It's a small but very cozy restaurant, with indoor and outdoor seating. I'd definitely return! read more

It would be easy to walk by this place and not know what's inside is so delicious. Greeted and sat right away.. Margaritas were delicious, different/unique types of menu items that I haven't seen at other Mexican restaurants... Everything tasted really fresh, service was great. Definitely worth the trip read more

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OMG, best Mexican food we've had. Really wonderful family-owned and operated restaurant. Warm, innovative and inviting with great mom-made dishes. Shared the Huarache de Mole Verde, delicate and delicious. The mole, tacos, and enchilada were devine. Flan wonderful. And Max, the host,/owner could not have been nicer or more helpful. Just go. read more

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I can't believe I didn't find out about this place until recently. We dined in during Covid. Its a cozy, warm atmosphere, well decorated. The service was warm and friendly. The menu is pretty unique in serving traditional Mexican dishes that feature moles and nopalitos. I think they make their own tortillas too. We got a lot of food! We got a chicken tinga tamale, the Nopalitos salad, a chiccharron dish, tacos, and enchiladas. I took one star off because the food is good, just not as vibrant as I would like. The mole is a little sweet and I felt there could have been more flavor overall. Otherwise, very fresh ingredients, beautifully plated that you can tell were made with a lot of love. read more

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Based on the reviews I came in expecting a lot. I had a really mixed experience so I am a bit conflicted writing this review. This is a nice place when you walk in and I really liked that they had the Tamale and Taco specials listed on the board. It was helpful to me because I was seated across from it. I saw others have to get up from their seats and walk in prefer to find out that meats were available which is inconvenient. Rarely do I experience poor service, but tonight it seemed as if the server was distracted and was not very attentive to us. We were one of two parties in the place and there were two servers so in theory we shouldn't have had the wait we did. I ordered a beer, the first on the menu and she came back after 5 minutes to tell me they didn't have any (the cooler was 15 feet away from our table). We started with the Queso Fundido, which wasn't on the menu but since I saw it on Yelp we asked for it. I added peppers and chorizo and I thought it was very good. I ordered a couple of Tamales, one chicken and one pork. Both were good, particularly the pork one. I also got 3 Tacos; Shrimp, not bad, the Al Pastor, very good, and the Carne Asada. The Carne Asada was a thin sliced beef, think a bit thicker than shaved steak, and had an "off" taste to it. Bummed that it didn't meet the expectations that were set by other Yelpers. read more

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One of our favorite places in the whole world!! Chilangos never disappoints us!! Our go to is always Enchiladas potosinas, there's something about the crunchiness of the cheese stuffed tacos, the creamy poblano sauce, topped with steak and grilled corn. We always order a side of rice because is absolutely delicious!! Chips and salsa to entertain our hunger is always a must 1, 2 or 3 margaritas with a tajin rim ay Dios mío! Take my heart back to Mexico City Hector and Max are amazing, we love everyone here! read more

Chilangos - Margarita de la casa con escarchado de Tajin - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Took a shot and tried Chilangos and it was absolutely amazing. I'm from California so it would take a lot to impress me... but that they certainly did! Food is so fresh and tastes so good. We got tacos and enchiladas - definitely recommend. The service and ambiance were great as well. Definitely coming back! read more

Chilangos - Chicken Tacos - so fresh! - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Food: 3/5 Service: 2/5 Aesthetics: 3/5 After reading the reviews on here, I went in expecting great homemade salsas, and authentic food, but I was disappointed with the authenticity of the food. It did not taste like home, and was not particularly good. The prices were not all that great either - its more expensive than most Mexican places, and the taste does not come anywhere near close. If you're looking only for better taste, I'd recommend other places like La Hacienda or Viva Mexico more. In terms of the service, the waiters were hard to flag down, the food took forever to be brought out, and some people in our party received cold food. I don't think I will be coming back here. read more

Chilangos - Burrito! - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

A true gem! Delicious and flavorful Mexican food with great intimate vibes. The bartender was a delight and made well, and perfectly balanced drinks. The guava margarita is a must! We had a wonderful experience and can't wait to go again! Highly recommend the nachos and hibiscus quesadilla. read more

Chilangos - Green Chile chicken enchiladas - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I hesitate to write this review because I do not want anyone else to know about this terrific restaurant. Ever since Rancho Grande closed (so their owners could concentrate on other restaurants) I have been seeking a new go-to, authentic Mexican restaurant in Providence. After a terrific evening there last Saturday, I have found my new go-to. My friend and I did not have reservations, and the place was full but the owner, Max, sat us at a nice table at the back. The marg selection sounded terrific but I had to go with a Pacifico while my friend had a classic marg which she really liked. The menu looks terrific and I look forward to trying more but I had to get the mole enchiladas (I'll never be making mole at home), and it was all of the rich, smokey, spicey, chocolate-y goodness I expect. I appreciate the veg fillings of the enchiladas too: mushrooms! My friend got shrimp tacos with a fresh jalapeño/avocado salsa that was fresh and full of flavor and heat.  Oh and the pre-meal red salsa was terrific, full of fresh cilantro. Max was a great host and worked the room the whole time, and they have outdoor seating with heaters too.  I'll be back, hoping there isn't a line next time! read more

Love the food, the staff, the location. Best margaritas I've ever had. Start with the nachos and end with the flan and a shot of Casa Nacho Anejo. read more

Had a wonderful evening with friends and my husband. We got A LOT of tacos but everything was delicious including our drinks. I could have stayed there all night. Our server was amazing, attentive and answered all of our questions. He didn't show any irritation when we asked him to split the bill for us (don't worry he got a GREAT TIP). I love the interior vibe so much which really elevated the dining experience. I highly recommend this spot! read more

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This place is a hidden gem!!!! If you're looking for great Mexican food, look no further! Everything was amazing. Drinks were great and food was tasty. Ambience is lovely. Service is prompt. Will definitely be back soon!! read more

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I'm back! And I still say this is by far the best Mexican in RI plus the people will make you feel part of the family. Love. Love.

I'll be honest I was a little intimidated to come here because the neighborhood it's in it's not the greatest but I have seen it pop up a lot on yelp and it's actually rated one of the best Mexican restaurant so I decided to give it a try. The old don't judge a book by its cover. I'm glad I did. The inside of the restaurant is beautifully decorated and very clean. We were greeted by a very nice girl who ended up being our waitress. She was very knowledgeable about the menu, we rattled off a bunch of orders to her I swore she was never going to be remember them all but everything came out without a hitch. We got chips and salsa to share they were excellent freshly made, some guacamole that was perfect. I got a mango margarita it was delicious. And then I got the beef brisket taco, the Al Pastore taco and a pork tamale. Everything was absolutely seasoned authentic and delicious. Highly recommend this place it is a must try. We will so be back. read more

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Everything is a solid 10 , great staff, food is spot on , always comfortable! Just feels like home

Warm and inviting little restaurant. Tasty Margaritas and the pork tamales are super good!! Pro tip: Very small place be prepared to wait or get here early, friends! read more

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I have been coming to Chilangos for the past 20 years. I've seen the decor and some menu items change, and thru it all, the food has always been FABULOUS!! The tacos are so full of delicious meat and the Margaritas are cold and refreshing. The service is prompt. Check it out! You'll be happy you did. read more

I love this place. The food is amazing and service is unbelievably good. You must have the margarita pitcher and ask for D read more

Chilangos - Guava margarita - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

This place makes my heart warm, always. Whenever I'm craving authentic Mexican food, this is is my go to. All made fresh to order, I'm never disappointed. Always paired with a margarita (pretty strong!). Great for solo lunch/dinner but better as a group. Has a lovely outdoor patio as well! read more

Chilangos - Tacos Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

The food is delicious. My favorite items would be the Suadero tacos or Burrito Villa. Great service as well. The owner, Max, is a great guy and you can tell he takes pride in the quality of the experience. read more

LEGIT mexican food. Probably the only restaurant in the whole east coast that knows what they are doing.

Love this place. Tacos are always spot on. This is a great family run restaurant. If you go order the Foxeto Burrito. This is not on the Menu yet. It is the brisket taco with fig jam and brie cheese in a burrito. I order mine with the hot sauce from the shrimp dish. (Very spicy). Also say a prayer for Chilangos official Ambassador Felix. Have a shot of Don Nacho tequila with a double tap on the bar. And order the meal that goes to help fund his hospital stay. My favorite Margarita is the Tamarind. A pitcher of course. Sometimes Two. read more

Chilangos was the best food I've had in a long freaking time. Might be the best Mexican I've ever had in my life. Service was impeccable. Max, the co-owner, is the absolute fucking man, incredibly nice and genuine guy. Max told me him and his mother own the restaurant together, I mean does it get better than family owned? He recommended the Tres Leches Cake and holy shit, it was without question the most scrumptious thing I've ever put in my mouth. If it was between my own Mother and this cake, Tres Leches wins 10/10 times. Kidding Mom if you are reading this. Also ordered pretty much every taco, they were all mouthwatering. Furthermore, the environment was exactly what you want out of a place like this. Gave local hole in the wall vibes, great music too. To sum it up, if you are in Providence, you have to go here first thing. 10/10 spot. If Chilangos has no fans then I am dead. I will be back here ASAP. read more

Such delicious, authentic Mexican food. Full of flavor. Just delicious. Can't get enough. The salsa is amazing! Once you eat it, you realize in an instant that you never had salsa before, merely tomato paste. Absolutely nothing compares. I don't think I can eat store-bought salsa again. If you don't like spicy food, don't come here. Just about everything you eat here will clear your sinuses right out. The servers are really friendly and thoughtful. The desserts (flan or churros) are amazing. It's a delightful place to take friends - especially if they are foodies. Four stars because the service is a bit slow, and if you are seated outdoors, be prepared to hear the constant revving of car engines for absolutely no reason by all the jerky drivers passing by on Merton Ave that will drown out any conversation you may be having at the time. When you are first seated, skip the water and go straight to margaritas and/or beer because the water provided in the pitcher tastes horrid. read more