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    El Lago

    3.6 (81 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Michael W.

    A good friend loves this place and wanted to share it with us. While nothing was bad, nothing was great either. Out of what I tried, the sopes with chorizo were the yummiest. It's a small venue with a local crowd. The service was pretty relaxed, so probably not conducive if you are in a hurry. The best thing about this place is the price, very affordable for both food and drink; and very generous with the sour cream unlike many places. This is a solid 'OK' venue and sometimes there is nothing wrong with that.

    Don't eat here, Rude (Caucasian Server)

    Just went to El Lago and it's 140pm on a Sunday and they close at 2pm. The White Lady that serves there is rude and didn't want to let me sit so I could order and eat before my Sons Game. If a place closes at 2pm should they be told they can only have their order by carry out? Make it Make Sense. I use to go and eat there but probably won't anymore and I wouldn't recommend anyone else to go there especially if the service is that way

    Green salsa cheese enchilada meal
    Frank L.

    El Lago is a decent Mexican restaurant in the Zion area. The food is very affordable and you can get a meal for two for under $20 here which is nice and a rarity nowadays for sit down restaurants. The green salsa cheese enchiladas were good and filling, I'd recommend trying it you like enchiladas. The service is friendly as well. The decor is a bit outdated and there are some better Mexican places in the area but it's definitely worth stopping by and having a meal at.

    Extra seating dining room.
    Dennis C.

    El Lago is a quaint Mexican restaurant with ample seating and great breakfast,lunch and dinner menus. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. The menu is Mexican American style. They also serve a wicked Margarita at a very reasonable price.

    Truly, one of the best margaritas out there; these are amazing!
    Sanjay S.

    El Lago in Zion, Illinois is one of my favourite Mexican restaurants; I have been dining here for many years. The service is always friendly, attentive, and courteous; Lupe, especially, is very lovely, and always takes good care of my family and I. NB I have only lunched here; I have not eaten breakfast or dinner here. The décor is a bit dated, but it does not matter; I truly don't care, when I'm in a friendly place. The food is very good; I very much enjoy the chimichangas, the fajitas, and also the ground beef tacos. The chips are served warm, with a yummy salsa (home-made) and hot queso sauce as well. It's so good! Best of all, however, are the margaritas; I don't know what they put into them, but they are TERRIFIC! You can't drink just one! NB Always drink with moderation. NB If you can't find any moderation, give me a call. The margaritas are absolutely heavenly; they are smooth, not too sweet, not too sharp, and served in a generously-sized glass. Nothing is too expensive; everything is very well priced. I enjoy El Lago tremendously, and will plan to return very soon!

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    2 months ago

    Wonderful people and excellent food. You feel like family. I've been a customer since the opening.

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    15 days ago

    My daughter, grandson and I often come to this restaurant. The food is always spot on and the service is excellent.

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    1 year ago

    Small business but great food!! Taco Tuesday is fantastic!! Waitresses are very nice clean restaurant.

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    1 year ago

    They are super friendly I love their food and their drinks and I love their chilaquiles with rice and beans.

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    2 years ago

    Good food at a decent price. Both breakfast food and Mexican food they serve is trustworthy. Also service was good too!!

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    2 years ago

    This is a great place. The food is tasty and the service is the best. I really enjoy the nacho appetizer.

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    3 years ago

    Excellent food. Excellent service. I'd go back if I was in the area. Quiet little restaurant.

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    Food great staff great been going here since it opened The decor is is awesome . Just great place to eat . The food comes fast and hot .

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    2 years ago

    Comida decente pero no tan bueno como otros restaurantes mexicanos en la zona. Aunque el arroz y los frijoles son buenos.

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    3 years ago

    Food is great! The omelets and skillets are very good. I can also recommend taco salad and floutas.

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    6 years ago

    This is our favorite Mexican resistant. Authentic delicious food. They have a great breakfast too. Best salsa

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    I really like the food here I.get the taco al pastor and its delicious..I would definitely recommend it..

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