A birthday dinner that was worth the trip! Here's my full review: I will be honest, it's not a place for true authentic Latin cuisine. In fact, if anyone is reading, I urge you to visit restaurants in the little village, pilsen, or midway area. There are bountiful places to explore in the Chicago area if you're looking for Latin food, so please do your research! HOWEVER, this isn't to say that this is a place to ignore. The atmosphere is vibrant, the restaurant is lively, and the location itself is seated in the Rosemont square. If you're in the area and looking for a fun time, this is definitely an option hands down! The service was very friendly and helpful despite the wait and business they had. If you plan on coming, be mindful that weekends in the Rosemont area means that many people will be out and about. We had a reservation, so I also recommend making one prior to visiting. The food was alright! I got the "Torta de portabella" which is essentially a mushroom sandwich... If you're looking for a meatless friendly option here, this is something I recommend. I think the drinks are what make the place, and I honestly believe that the margaritas make a great impression. I also would like to note that you can take them to go and walk around the Rosemont area (just not outside of it)! Overall, I don't know how likely I am to come again (the prices were a bit stiff, but to be fair I did go with 4 other people), but if I'm free on a nice summer day like this one, who knows! read more

Fat Rosie's - Torta De Portabella - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

I stopped by to grab lunch to go because when I tried to order online there weren't options to opt out of items that come on the burrito bowl. I sat at the bar and ordered my meal to go. It came out quickly and they gave me water to drink while I waited. The staff were very friendly but the burrito bowl was just fine. Nothing special about the flavors. It solved the hunger problem and was close to my hotel so I was able to walk there. read more

Fat Rosie's - Outside - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Fat Rosie's is a good chain Mexican restaurant. It's got a fun vibe - very colorful and bright. Their menu is solid with lots of variety. We made reservations for an early dinner with two birthdays in our party. At 5 PM on a Monday night, the place was still empty and quiet. I'll mention this later but the service was outstanding. They bring chips and salsa to the table when you arrive. The chips were very good. I found the salsa to be on the sweeter side which isn't my preference, but it was good. We orders queso and guacamole for the table. Both were delicious. For our dinners we had a variety of items - two people shared their nachos, one person had enchilada del mole, and two of us had Cochinita Pibil. Everyone was happy with their food. While not the best Mexican food we've had, the meals were solid. I can only speak to the cochinta pibil - roasted pork and beans with a citrus salsa. I thought the food was tasty but the pork was a little dry and overcooked. The beans were very rich and the salsa was great - very spicy with a wonderful flavor. The others in our party were also happy with their meals. They do give people with birthdays a desert. But the portions were so large, we decided to skip the deserts. What made this an even better visit was our server, Carlos G. He was attentive, polite, present, and very cheerful. I don't often mention servers by name, but he really was that good. read more

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A great place to have dinner before a show or concert. Servers are always friendly, service is quick and food is great. There is always Latin music in the background which makes it a joyful experience. Our steak fajitas were delicious and the ceviche was great! read more

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Overall, had a good experience here. The margarita was good. The salsa & chips was good. The burrito bowl was OK. It was pretty tasty but seemed very regular at best. It lacked anything that made it special. Nothing seemed extra extraordinary enough to get a five star, but I think it was a pretty solid four star. read more

Fat Rosie's - Burrito bowl with Chicken - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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Food and ambiance . Service was great one time and super slow another (both in the bar area). But they are typically very busy.. therefore, we were patient read more

Great happy hour! There's almost always a seat when i walk in and its a fun environment. Service is good for how busy it can get and I love the margs and apps. Plus! Free chips! read more

The food here is always amazing & the margaritas? Incredible! My fav forsure. Such attentive staff, thank you for making my birthday dinner such a great time! read more

Fat Rosie's - Fajitas - Chicken & Steak - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

I know you don't come to Fat Rosie's for authentic food, but they didn't even try. I'm Puerto Rican and my husband is Mexican, so we know Hispanic food. I wish I had taken a picture, because the carne asada was a completely different cut of steak, and the pastor was covered in like a chimichurri sauce. However, their margaritas are fantastic. Their watermelon jalapeño, which they can make even if it's not on the main menu, is AMAZING. Perfectly sweet and spicy; I could drink 5! I would suggest just grabbing one and sitting outside in their outdoor area! read more

Fat Rosie's - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Fast service, friendly staffs, fun interior, good choices of food, great location- cant complain about anything of this place.

This is a popular place! We arrived just after 5pm on a Friday and it was pretty empty, but the line was out the door when we left. For those sensitive to noise, note that this is a loud place due to music and echo. I was straining my voice to be heard, and the tables around us weren't even full yet. I really enjoyed my time here. I am from California and have had... bad experiences with Mexican food in the Midwest. This place was great. Very fresh, delicious chips and salsa to start! The drinks menu looked great, though I just stuck with water. I ordered the grilled romaine salad with chicken. It was fantastic, and the chicken had genuine deep flavor with gentle heat. Carlos G. provided great service. He checked on our drinks often and helped us pay fast with separate checks at the end. If I ever happen to be in this area again, I would definitely come here. The service and food truly stand out. read more

Fat Rosie's - salad with chicken - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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I'd been to the Lincolnshire location a few years ago, and I found it largely unimpressive and bland. It was better this time around, but it was still a frustrating experience. I'm not surprised it was busy here, since it was a night when Rosemont's astroturf park area (which this restaurant abuts) was gearing up to host a concert. Still, it was packed and so incredibly loud. It took a solid 15-20 minutes to get used to it, and it was honestly frustrating to have it as loud as it is. This wasn't just from having a busy restaurant - the music added to it. It isn't fun to strain to hear everyone around you. The food was decent, not as bland as my Lincolnshire visit, but still nothing memorable. Good, not great, fajitas. On a positive note, the three-in-one frozen margarita was wonderful. So too was the salsa. In accordance with the frenetic atmosphere, it was also hard to flag down anyone for basic things like water or utensils, though our waiter himself was super nice. read more

Came here during a trade show. Unfortunately there was no seating inside so we had to sit outside which was a bit cold. Servers were pleasant but a little slow with the amount of people there. Music is extremely loud inside and outside so conversations are hard to have. Food was ok. Large portions. Leans more to the authentic vs Tex-mex side. Margaritas were a bit weak and watered down. Overall an average experience. read more

We came here prior to a concert at the Rosemont Theatre. We made reservations but still had to wait for a table. Once seats the rest of our evening went pretty smoothly. Our server was great, very friendly and outgoing. We started off with a mango margarita pitcher. It was good but not enough alcohol to give you a buzz. My wife ordered their fish tacos. Fried is the at to go with these. They were topped off with avocado-habanero aioli, lime cabbage, and pico de gallo. I ordered their Tampequeña. It came with a perfectly grilled and seasoned skirt steak. This was very delicious. The steak was very juicy and tender. I can definitely see myself ordering this again. It also came with an enchilada Roja, grilled queso fresco, rajas, rice, beans, cilantro, guacamole and most importantly the corn tortillas. If you're not making yourself tacos then you're doing it wrong. Overall a solid night. It does get packed in the weekends so even if you make reservations, be prepared to still wait. My wife really loved it here so will definitely be returning to keep her happy. read more

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So my sister's and cousin's got together for an early birthday 28th surprise for our niece Natalie. We were greeted at the door by a young lady that was super sweet. We then met Oscar that was super friendly and took us upstairs to the outdoor patio. I asked Oscar if he can get me beautiful niece one of the small mexican hats they give away to the kids when they dine there. Well he said, yes of course and he shows up with 7 huge mexican hats in all colors and placed them on our heads to match our outfits that alone made our night so special. It was the first time we all got together after our sister passed 3 month ago and my niece mother. So, my niece was overwhelmed with happiness to see us all there, she thought only her Godmother would be dinning with her. The place was amazing and the waitress Arlette was so sweet, i was going to order a regular margarita but, instead i order the basil margarita which was so yummy. My sister each had oaxaca margarita and other yummy drinks. We had the appetizer sampler that was very good and we order guacamole and i also order a hotter dipping sauce because i like things spicy, the one served was mild and yummy but, if you like hot stuff they have a habanero sauce. For dinner some of us ordered fajita bowls and I really didn't care for that dish, my sister liked hers. she had the steak and i had the chicken bowl. My other sister and niece ordered the kick ass fajitas now, that was delicious and we also tried the tacos and flautas. Everyone and everything we had was so good. Then Oscar took photos of us all with our hats and we called it a night. I highly recommend this restaurant in Rosemont and please ask for Arlette and Oscar they are awesome. read more

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Jeffery was a great bartender! Quick, friendly and remembers is all someone wants! The team works well together overall and tell they work together in a busy atmosphere read more

Fat Rosie's - Jeffery, was an excellent bartender! Quick, friendly, & great convo! - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Cool spot near the airport! It was recommended by a co-worker, and even said Ivan, at the bar, gave great service. He wasn't there till almost at the end of the meal, but we did experience his bartending skills! Very nice guy! The margaritas were on point! I have never had Chamoy as a binder to hold the Tajin on the rim, but it's the only way I want it now! I ordered the Enchiladas de Mole, as Mole is my absolute favorite! This did not disappoint! Highly recommend! The restaurant itself is nicely decorated and really sets the vibe. I did find it a bit noisy for me, but the food and service made up for that in the end. Prepare to spend a little money here, it's definitely a bit pricey. read more

Fat Rosie's - Enchiladas de Mole and a Spicy Margarita - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Food & margarita are good. Service is bad. It looks like they are short staff. Waited to get our water for 20-30 mins. Ambiance is good. They come take pic. They sell $15 per picture FYI & 1 complimentary. Pic's is provided below. read more

We have a Fat Rosie's in our neighborhood and hadn't been there yet but went to this location after a comedy show at Zanie's next door, in the entertainment district in Rosemont. I made a reservation and I'm glad I did because it was packed! And even with the reservation we still had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated. We were escorted to the 2nd floor (steep stairs!) and sat in front of the bar, which had a great view of the ice skating rink. We had drinks and the queso appetizer which was very good. They have a large menu with a lot of options, some a bit pricey but overall good. Their salsa that comes with chips is good too, and we were trying not to fill up on them. My daughter ordered the quesabirria tacos and I had the empenadas appetizer and one carne asada tostada. (Love that you can order a platter of their various tacos or à la cart.) I wasn't super hungry so one was perfect. Everything was delicious and service was great! We saw other items on the menu that we look forward to trying...probably at our Lincolnwood location. They have several, but for a chain it is good Mexican. read more

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Food was really good. The tortilla chips were among some of the best I've had hot salty but not so drenched in grease. The chicken tacos were really good; flavored well. The waitress seemed a bit preoccupied so we didn't really get the full attention and help that we desired. All in all good spot to grab some tasty Mexican. read more

The fish tacos were Amazing!!! The margaritas were great. Some of the other food was a little bland. Dinner also took over 2 hours. It took 45 minutes to order after getting our drinks. We would def go back but prepared for a long dinner if you have kids. Also loved the "man" in the bathroom. read more

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On a multi-hour layover at ORD recently, we decided to pop out for lunch and ended up at this Fat Rosie's location which anchors one end of Parkway Bank Park in Rosemont. Fat Rosie's is your typical high energy, pseudo-Americanized Tex-Mex spot that is big, bright and loud from entry to exit. If you are familiar with Chuy's, it is kind of like that, but on a grander scale. Menu is large and features all the Tex Mex classics you are accustomed to. We started our meal off with queso, then launched into a salad, quesadilla and a side of rice. Queso was solid and the chips were perfection. The salad was loaded and tasty, side of rice was surprisingly seasoned, and the quesadilla, while large, was a bit underwhelming. Our server was super friendly and helpful. He checked in on us throughout the meal and kept things moving at a good pace. The food runners and hostess were friendly as well. The space is large featuring a large main floor dining area with bar plus a long covered patio, in addition to a large upstairs indoor/outdoor area. Given the space, you can imagine the amount of celebrations that take place here. During our visit on a Saturday afternoon, there were two birthday celebrations taking place in the main dining room. The space is super clean, well laid out and inviting. Overall, we enjoyed Fat Rosie's. I can understand why the brand is growing across the Chicago area! read more

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The food here is absolutely delicious but the pricing needs to be revised. It's way too expensive and the service here takes FOREVER. Even when the place isn't busy, it's always taken our servers way too long to come by. It seems like they may need to staff better to increase the pace of service. read more

Fat Rosie's - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Went here with 12:15 reservations on a Thursday with a group of 5 others and did not have a great experience. When we got there it was not busy at all.. We were told outside was closed, drinks came after the meals and after we requested them again, and the enchiladas de mole was just too saucy for me. read more

As a Mexican-American myself (my father is from Mexico), I had some expectations for this place since I'm no stranger to Mexican cuisine. I was especially curious after driving past their Schaumburg location around 5:00 PM and seeing the parking lot absolutely packed. First off, the place is vibrant and busy. The decor and overall color palette give it a festive yet upscale feel, with lots of contemporary Mexican-inspired decor, bright floral patterns, tropical colors, and woven textures. They clearly knew the aesthetic they were going for, and I have to admit they nailed it. Alright, now for the actual review: the food. I'll just say it, it was disappointing, to say the least. I went with my family and we ordered the queso fundido as an appetizer. It came with tortillas and was overall pretty average. I honestly don't know what else to say about it because it was just... queso fundido. Maybe I'm spoiled by Maria's, because the way they make theirs makes it almost impossible for me to skip whenever I'm there. For my entree, I ordered three tacos: two carne asada and one fish taco, all on corn tortillas with their standard toppings. Unfortunately, all three were pretty bland. There wasn't much seasoning or flavor, and they just came across as painfully average. The cut of steak they use for the carne asada isn't what I'd normally expect from asada, and in my opinion it wasn't a great choice. The fish taco was probably the most disappointing. Whatever sauce they put on it completely overpowered the fish and basically every other topping. Instead of everything working together, all I could really taste was the sauce. Overall, the food here was just very average and "meh" to me. At least the service was good. I was hoping for more, especially because Fat Rosie's seems to lean more toward Mexican cuisine rather than straight-up Tex-Mex, but even when it comes to authenticity, I thought it fell short. Maybe some of the other menu items are better than what I tried. I guess I'll find out if I ever decide to come back. Maybe it's just not my cup of tea, but if you're specifically looking for authentic-style street tacos, I'd rather go to Cilantro Taco Grill. In my experience, they do them much better. read more

It was very easy to make a reservation and not only were we seated on time when it was incredibly crowded, we were also served quickly. The food was hot and delicious. There was a band playing music and there are festive decorations. We were here for a conference and the server was willing separate our bills without any issues. read more

Fat Rosie's - Steak fajitas - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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It was walkable from hotels near the ORD airport. A vibrant. lively aesthetic. Service from hosts, servers to everyone walking by was great. One of few places that still gives complimentary chips + salsa. Didn't go wrong with the chicken + steak fajitas. read more

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I went here 2 weeks ago with my team for dinner and it was amazing! We had a lot of food, we had the Mexican Street Corn, Empanadas De Carne, Nachos, Side Guacamole. Individually I had the Guyaba Margarita and Tacos a la Carte: Chicken, Beef, Carne Asada. The staff were very kind and friendly. The ambiance was soo lively! I truly enjoyed everything here! read more

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A quick work trip and my coworkers and I ended up having dinner at Fat Rosie's. Love all the decorations and the ambiance of the place. They have a big open space with plenty of seating both inside and outside. Great place to watch sports as well at the bar area. Food was delicious, we got a few appetiser's chips/salsa/guacamole. And I got the steak fajitas which was a pretty big plate. Service was quick and good. read more

Fat Rosie's - Carne Asada Fajitas Plate - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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I ordered a salad. It was A-mazing! I was a first time patron. I got my order to ho, and it was packaged perfectly. I was able to get three meals from one salad. It exceeded my expectations. I would return to the restaurant and try something different if I am in the area. My friends all loved their food too. read more

Food was delicious. They had lettuce wraps as an alternative to tortillas for tacos. Service was kind of slow but overall we had a good time. read more

Fat Rosie's - Chicken Fajitas - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Fantastic Food! This restaurant has it all if Mexican cuisine is what you are craving. Excellent menu, delicious drinks, friendly staff and a fun and relaxing ambiance. Family and budget friendly restaurant. If you are in the area don't miss the opportunity to try this awesome restaurant. Enjoy and have a great time! read more

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- Over priced.... - Food is not authentic.... - Chips are not home made and the guacamole was chunky with minimal ingredients but the salsa was decent. - Waitress and service was good and nothing to complain about. read more

I came in between typical lunch and dinner times and restaurant was pretty dead. Service was excellent from all staff that we encountered. I had a strawberry jalepeno margarita that was tasty. Chips and salsa were delicious. They play trick on you with the bathrooms They do validate parking. read more

Both the vegetarian items we ordered were great. I would love to go to this restaurant to try chicken items with my friends. The waiter was so enthusiastic and friendly. He served chips and salsa constantly to our big group of people. The ambience was amazing and fun filled atmosphere. Ladies have to plan to use restroom for a surprise element that I am not going to reveal in this review read more

Fat Rosie's - Black Bean Hash Taco Plate - Desserts Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

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Placed an order on Fat Rosie's website. 2 hours later no food. Called the restaurant and they said I needed to contact Grubhub for a refund even though I don't have a Grubhub account. Called Grubhub and they said I need to call the restaurant. Grubhub finally canceled the order but now restaurant won't pick up. Horrible customer service! read more

Nice addition to the Rosemont area. Place is vibrant and colorful, giving that typical americanized Mexican restaurant vibe. Place was a bit cramped, but not too difficult to walk around. Our server was pleasant and attended our table well. Food was very typical, not overly amazing but also not bland as well. Obviously the biggest draw are the margaritas; I didn't have one but my husband did and said it was good. A good addition to the lineup of restaurants here in Rosemont. read more

First off, let's start with the name. I'm going to guess that Rosie is probably not really fat . But, just in case she is, I can understand why...lol. For such a fancy spot, this food was excellent, the look and taste was authentic. My server Esmeralda was on point. That Mango Lemonade was RIDICULOUSLY GOOD!! The Fajitas were perfectly seasoned and the Flour Tortillas were crisp, yet soft. The salsa that came with the chips tasted freshly made. The dining room and bar area is loud, but the food was so good, it didn't matter. There is a huge parking garage attached to this area and they validate your parking. I enjoyed this place and would go back with friends if in town again. read more

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Scheduled a lunch birthday celebration for my dad with 10 people. Booking with yesenia was easy. Contract for booking was emailed signed and sent back with no issues. Pricing was clear and you can pick what you prefer for your party. Thankfully, we had the place mostly to ourselves when we arrived. Usually, this place is packed. This day had winter snow storms so that helped. The service by Alberto and his team was great! From the chips and salsa down to the Tequila shots at the end! The food was great and tasty. We had the guacamole & chips, and empenadas as apps. Chicken fajita, carne asada, tortillas and salsa. The staff checked in often and made sure we had everything we needed. Great decor all around. They sang their happy birthday and brought out the sombrerros and Tequila airplane. Was great! read more

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Finally had a chance to stop into fat Rosie's to sample more of their menu and see the inside instead of getting takeout. Service was great - very attentive and friendly. All the food came out quickly. It wasn't the best Mexican food I've ever had but it was fine. I got the steak burrito but need to try the Al pastor later. The drinks were really good and honestly the best part of the meal. The house marg was great and served in a big glass. I got the Paloma and it was also excellent. I loved the tajin rim. Thanks for a great date night, Fat Rosie's! read more

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