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El Patron

4.2 (41 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Outdoor seating
Good for kids
Good for groups

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It's the restaurant and has outside tables too

Great food and great service.. it's get very busy that you don't have to wait no time.. it's popular here ambience

Hot and fresh, made to order in and out for lunch!
Vinson G.

Quick and friendly service, food was hot and fresh. Good value. More parking on side and back area.

Pozole, huevos rancheros
Lynn C.

Another authentic Mexican restaurant that hits the mark! Helpful, attentive and polite staff. It's busy, but efficiently run. Chips and salsa are the first indication that it's going to be a delicious ride. Pozole like grandma's, pork cut and cooked perfectly. Broth stands on its own! Homemade corn tortillas come out hot and delicious! I'm so happy I finally stopped to eat at this gem!

#13 pork in red chili, rice and beans
Linda L.

My fiancé work is around the corner and he tries all the local places. So he decided today was the day that he would bring me to try this place out. It's nestled in the North side of FTW, near the stockyards. These mom and pops authentic Mexican places are the best. This place was immaculate the service was quick and the food came out fresh. We both got the #13 Asado Rojo. This is park with red chili, served with a side of beans and rice. Chips and SPICY salsa. The corn tortillas are home made and were warm and tasty! Everything on this plate was delicious and worth the try!

Chips and salsa with pico de gallo
Michael V.

The chicken flautas were a bit over-fried which made them far too hard and crunchy. The rice and beans were so so.. The real star specifically was the salsa. The salsa has great flavor and heat!

No. 14, Chicken Flautas combo meal.
Jackie B.

We are visiting from Phoenix, AZ. We decided to check out this place and we have no regrets! The place was very clean and the staff very friendly. The food was great as well, very fresh.

Guacamole
Lupe J.

Again the food is so good. I tried the guacamole and fell in love with it. Service is good.

Barbacoa, smooshed beans, rice with vegetables and a pico de gallo
Estela Z.

Right off of Main before heading down the stockyard. Augua's we're good size. Service was good. Food came in a good time. They have a closed off porch, good size area.

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The BEST Barbacoa, best corn tortillas, best Menudo, and best salsa de arbor m. Don't sleep on this place

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Not worth the hassle. 45 minutes before anyone came to take our order. The food was too salty and not worth it.

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3 years ago

Best posole and Asado Rojo (pork smothered, and red chili sauce) you've ever had in your life! Trust me.

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Food was excellent, servings were a nice size and they had some of the best salsa I have ever eaten and I have eaten a lot of salsa.

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4.3(247 reviews)
4.3 mi•Southside
Locally owned & operated
Family-owned & operated

Great Customer Service! I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly my food arrived, it was ready…read morewithin minutes! I live nearby and had no idea they opened at 9 a.m. Now, I know where to go when I'm craving birria before the 11 a.m. rush. Kassandra was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout my visit. I ordered two burrito combos, a watermelon and lime margarita with a sugar rim, a strawberry and mango margarita with a tajín rim, and the top sampler platter. I enjoyed everything, but the margaritas were definitely the highlight! I rarely drink alcohol during the summer, so I was excited to try the margaritas this establishment had to offer, and they did not disappoint. I also noticed a new establishment across the street with a similar name. I asked Kassandra if both restaurants had the same owner? As I suspected, they did! After paying my bill, I decided to head across the street to check out the owner's new restaurant. The staff at Mariscos Cortez was very welcoming and I'll definitely be returning to explore their menu! Note: Keep your receipt for 10% off your next visit! Offer valid for 14 days.

Yum, yum, yum! I was happy to stubble across this place. If you like birria, this is the place to…read morego! I had the 3 birria tacos with consome! They were stuffed with tender meat and were not excessively greasy. They come with onion and cilantro and three different salsas. Kind of embarrassed to say I ate it all but I couldn't help it. The place has interesting murals and Mexican music and clay plates which made it feel more authentic. Service was friendly although they gave my plate to the person next to me, they went back and brought me my food fairly quickly. The horchata was also very good.

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Birrieria y Taqueria Cortez - The toilet paper is very far from the toilet and there is only one stall.

The toilet paper is very far from the toilet and there is only one stall.

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Weekday special 3x Birria taco

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Don Artemio

4.5(310 reviews)
2.1 mi•Cultural District, Arlington Heights
•$$$

First time here and it was such a positive experience. I was a little confused about dressed code…read morebut it really is a mix. We were over dressed but there were some really casually dressed people so I'd say just come hungry or sort of hungry. I had seen all the buzz about the fried cactus and as someone who has grown up eating all my life I was intrigued on how this would be any different. Boy was I wrong. In fact, I would be happy enough just coming and eating only this. I have some sort of food limerence where I cannot stop thinking about this. Like daily! I want it so bad. No it was a whole experience because waiter placed this bowl towering with a mountain of curly crunchy ribbons. He kindly gave us his advice on the best way to eat it. You take their fresh made blue corn tortilla, pile on the cactus, don't be shy, if it fits in your mouth just go for it, then that green sauce was heavenly. All the flavors combined made me levitate. That would've been embarrassing. You could easy fill up on this alone given enough time and privacy. I just wanted a moment alone to enjoy fully ha ha. I then ordered the Chile en Nogada and the picture alone was enough for me to go yes we're on our way immediately. However listen I am a self proclaimed gift wrapping queen. I know a good ribbon and a good bow. I know that the typical dish has a bow - yes a fabric bow but this bow was not up to the standard of this restaurant, unfinished edges, and the color satin gold was not really representative of the environment. Good thing the bow is not edible but visually it could use a little improvement. The dish itself was 4 out of 5 for me only because I have had this dish before at a more casual space and every component of the dish was full flavored, where this one feels a bit safe. For dessert I was a little unimpressed with the options. I am not a fan of tres leches so I did not order their most famous desert but instead opted for another one that was a pastry with ice cream on top. I also give it 4 out of 5 its needing more flavor and sweetness, I mean this is dessert. The five stars is more for the service. Our server was amazing. He described every dish we ordered as if we were watching a Netflix documentary of a chef competition and they just submitted their dish. The table next to us got an amuse bouche compliments of the chef and I didn't want to be too nosy and peek over so I have no idea what it was. I was really hoping we'd get one too because honestly I was still hungry after all that. Oh cocktails. We ordered a drink before our table was available and I was not playing. I remember ordering a glass of bubbly rose and when our server brought it he served me a sip and had me try it before I decided, but honestly I wanted to tell him that I couldn't feel my face just pour it.

Went for brunch and 8/10 The ambience is 10/10…read moreThe upscale feel is 10/10 Service 10/10 Drinks is 10/10 Huevo con Chorizo Don Artemio -10/10. The flavor was so good. A break from your Borring bland brunch Their signature Nopalitos Fritos 7/10 Def try it but not worth the hype. But it is a must try for at least once

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Don Artemio - Enchiladas

Enchiladas

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3.3(2.9k reviews)
0.5 mi•Stockyards, Northeast
•$$

Don't forget it's cash only. They do have an ATM…read more One order of Fajitas are big enough for two people.

My friend said we HAD to try Joe T's...ummm it was all hype...and a bit unorganized…read more After a Saturday afternoon event we drove here to test it out. At first glance it seemed very cool, ambience was very welcoming, like we were at a family members home. However, the issues began when it was time to order. There were so many exclusions available after lunch time that we didn't really know what we ordered. My friend and I ordered margaritas...barely a drop of alcohol in either and were melted when they arrived. The other thing is a server brought out a plate of nachos (large tortilla with melted cheese) but didn't tell us it was two separate orders. Another friend ate mine by accident. Our server spilled some of my margarita on the table then wiped her hands on our tablecloth. Absolutely unsanitary. I ordered the small enchilada plate and $22 later I was disappointed. Food was mid at best, nothing was spectacular or cause to return. The cash only rule was fine until they told us they wouldn't split the check. Keep in mind that we barely know what each of us ordered since the server suggested items not found on the menu. I just added $40 and said good day. I've had DoorDash deliver better Mexican food than this.

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Joe T Garcia's - Just gorgeous all throughout the courtyard area.

Just gorgeous all throughout the courtyard area.

Joe T Garcia's - Steak Fajitas

Steak Fajitas

Joe T Garcia's - Mixed Fajiitas

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Buena Vida

4.0(203 reviews)
2.8 mi•Southside
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Alyssa, Fabian, and Emma are my absolute favorite bartenders at Buena Vida! They're always kind,…read moreattentive, and provide amazing customer service. I come here at least twice a week, and they consistently make every visit a great experience! If you haven't tried the food yet, definitely get the bistec, shrimp & mushroom tacos or the nachos they're so good! Great food, great drinks, and even better service. Ask for Alyssa, Fabian, or Emma!

I've been here multiple times, but this visit was with a friend who was trying it for the first…read moretime. Unfortunately, she wasn't impressed. She ordered the birria tacos, fries, and beans. The beans had a lot going on and included ingredients that probably should be mentioned when ordering. She thought the fries were decent, but said the birria tacos were just okay and that she's had much better elsewhere in the area. The service is good and straightforward. You walk up to order, grab a seat, and wait for your buzzer to go off. One thing to note: if you order drinks, keep an eye out for them because they're not brought to your table. As for my meal, I tried the mushroom, shrimp, and pastor tacos. The pastor was underwhelming, and the shrimp was overcooked. The mushroom taco was easily the standout and will definitely be my go-to if I come back. The weather will soon be nice for enjoying the patio, but there's also plenty of indoor seating available.

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Buena Vida - Looking toward the order counter and kitchen.

Looking toward the order counter and kitchen.

Buena Vida
Buena Vida

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El Patron - mexican - Updated October 2026

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