This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem. They have been here for about a year. We went during the week so it wasn't too busy, but could've used 1 more person on the floor. When we got there what looked to be 1 female doing the hosting,bartending, and waiting tables. Her name was Karina and the service did not disappoint with her being a 1 woman show. She made us drinks and let's just say they didn't disappoint. She made me a whiskey Rita/sour. It was delicious just needed to be less sour for me. The presentation of all the food was beautiful. We had the shrimp quesadillas. It was packed with cheese. We shared the salmon and carne asada dinner. The steak was cooked just right. I asked for med well. It was tender, easy to chew. I had to add a little salt but most places don't cook with a lot of salt these days. The salmon came on top of guacamole and grilled papaya. The combo of everything was a hit. The salmon was cooked well done without being dry. The grilled papaya was delectable. My only ask is they put a little seasoning on the salmon. Eaten without everything it was mildly bland. read more

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This restaurant is a hidden gem. I love the shrimp omelet, and chicken tacos. The Chef is excellent and accommodating. Often I order the shrimp omelet after breakfast hours. Definitely recommended this restaurant for the delicious authentic selections and the atmosphere too. read more

Had oysters with sliced avocado and a mystery spicy sauce plus cheese for an appetizer plus 3 steak tacos on corn tortillas with cilantro and onion plus fresh squeezed lime juice as well as their own homemade hot sauce. Rice and beans. Very good, sauce could have been hotter. read more

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The atmosphere was relaxing and cozy. The service was awesome, very attentive but not excessive. The food was flavorful. This is a hidden gem. read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - A great getaway in your neighborhood. - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

The BEST, fresh, and flavorful food I have had in a very long time. One of the MOST authentic Mexican flavor profiles - our favorite was the guacamole with vegetables. Or maybe the bread pudding - that was devoured without a pic. All favorites!!!! read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Guacamole with radish, yellow beets, and cucumber - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

I love, love, love this off-the-beaten-path gem. My favorite dish is the shrimp omelet. So yummy. The octopus is excellent, too. The customer service is top-notch, and the chef aims to please your taste buds. Highly recommend this standout restaurant. read more

Mediocre Mexican fare , our server Gigi was sweet and attentive . We had the chicken fajitas and chicken enchiladas. The restaurant had other folks during lunch in for business meetings. read more

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The food and service was great. The staff was courteous and stayed on top of table service. The atmosphere was very nice as well.

Excellent service! Food is very good. The salmon al carbon is very tasty with layers of flavor. The prices are reasonable and drinks were very good as well. Highly recommend. read more

The food is so good, and the portions are nice. It never disappoints. I tried their watermelon salad, and my goodness it was delicious. The service is good too. You must try. read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

I enjoyed this place a lot actually. It is a secret gem in Matteson that is quite hidden but if you're familiar with the hibachi place then just look right next door! It is owned by a nice lady whom my parents had the pleasure of meeting on their first visit (I didn't make it). This time that I went she wasn't there, but still happy to support small local businesses! The waitress was really nice and attentive to us which is always appreciated! The food was all a hit. Everyone enjoyed their meal and there were 0 complaints. I had the seafood fondue which i made into tacos with my side of rice & beans. My dad wasn't full from his crepes so he ordered a queso dip afterwards. My mother enjoyed her carne asada & nopales. Overall good meal and the place itself gives old Mexican town vibes - I liked the ambiance. read more

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Very fresh, absolutely delicious. I look forward to returning. The black bean soup was perfect. read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Flan - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

We had been to Fogon once a couple of years ago, but they seem to have remodeled since. We were there with a group of 11 friends last Saturday. We were overwhelmed by the deliciousness of the food (I'm a cook and a foodie, and very hard to please), the quality of the service, and the ambiance of the place. The staff were nothing less than amazing. Everyone had a great time, so much so that we didn't want to leave. Thank you very much for your hospitality, and we WILL be coming back again and again! read more

I tried 4 different tacos and none of them had an ounce of seasoning. Disappointed. Don't waste your time & money.

Service amazing, knowledgeable and friendly staff. Food, cook to perfection seasoned just right. This restaurant is a hidden gem!! read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Refried beans,mexican rice, lamb enchiladas. - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

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Our food was amazing. The waitress was nice and on top of it. The bill wasn't bad. Give it a try

Second time in here , Walked in to to dine in and literally a Roach crawling on the table , I was so disgusted, brought my husband in there to try it for his first time and was so disappointed, I told the lady I'm sorry but no thank you and walked out !! read more

I am always open to new places, but this the the first & last time i will dine here. Food was overpriced and lacked flavor. Drink order was incorrect and water glass had a smudge. I got past that much for two mediocre tacos and greasy fries. On top of that it was very warm in the restaurant which made my experience uncomfortable. They charge automatic 20% service fee and 3% if you use your card. Its a no for me. But to each its own. read more

My favorite Mexican restaurant!! Service is exceptional and the food is so yummy. Their fresh guacamole is served with sliced veggies- smart and delicious! Best baked cactus too - a great addition to the main entree. I don't live near here but every time I'm in the area I always stop by . Don't wait -you have to try this place ! read more

Sadly, I don't have any photos of my food because I just devoured it. It was absolutely delicious though. Just trust me! I had a chicken tamale added some green sauce, a beef tostada and queso fundido con camaron. It's a weekday but I'm so surprised that others are not aware of this spot. My food was delicious and the service was amazing. Yorlenny was so accommodating for making a custom spicy jalapeño Cadillac margarita for me at my request. I definitely plan to return. read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Jalapeño Cadillac Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

My friend called and said Hey, I wanna try this place! Coincidentally, I had just mentioned it so someone else so I was on board. We met for lunch and was greeted the moment we walked in. So gracious was the hostess as she led us to our table and gave us the run down on specials and the events they were having. We ordered drinks and had a few questions which she gladly answered. I had the strawberry daiquiri which was tasty. They have tables with sidewall seating with cushions but all the seats need cushions if you ask me. It was nice decor with enough room to be comfortable and not on top of one another. We started off with the guac which comes out quite festive with beets, radishes and cucumbers in a vinaigrette which was good. We added salt to the guac and it was good. We also had a free taste of the chicken noodle soup. So good! Everything tasted fresh. My friend had tacos that she loved and it came with rice and beans. She's not a huge bean fan but liked the rice. I had a chicken quesadilla minus the mushroom-they are not my thing! No sides came with that entrée. It came on a corn torilla which I enjoyed better than the regular four. It was crispy and tasty! With the chips and salsa, guac, soup and entree, we wound up taking most of our meal home. read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Guacamole dip - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

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Visiting my son and he suggested this "place for tacos". Well it was way beyond tacos. This is a jewel of a place literally hidden in south suburban Chicago. The chef is adventurous and he goes way beyond traditional Mexican fare. We had an amazing mussels in chipotle sauce, that you will want extra bread for dipping. My son had a massive salmon burrito. He said the salmon was cooked to perfection. The chefs special was a four cheese ravioli with crawfish and a delicious sauce. Again, not your typical Mexican dish but terrific. The place was sadly deserted on a Tuesday night. I hope people check it out as it deserves love. read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - An insanely good pumpkin bread pudding - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

The beef short rib tacos were amazing. The person that place was so genuine and kind. The restaurant was beautiful. The service was awesome.

As a Latino, and someone who has a passion for cooking, I would like to think that I have a fairly reliable opinion on Mexican cuisine, or just great quality, beautiful food in general . The colors, presentation, carefully hand selected ingredients all bring the menu of this creative establishment to life. Owners that truly bring heart and soul into every detail of what is served, they deserve a special recognition for not only their dishes, but their service and hospitality. This is a must try in a uniquely unlikely place! Contemporary, artistic, and forward thinking Mexican fare. Enjoy! read more

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This place is a hidden gem. Really surprised that more people don't know about it. The food is super fresh. The service is friendly. The chef is always in the back whipping up something. Absolutely my favorite spot in Matteson now. read more

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Some of the best Mexican food in the South suburbs. Food is always fresh and delicious. Not just a taco place. Great service, good drinks and a laidback atmosphere. I have never had a bad meal here. Highly recommended. read more

Pretty good Mexican. I liked the steak and slow-cooked beef tacos. Salmon tacos only OK. Flautas petty good too. Chips and salsa above average. Bread pudding for dessert - decent also. Ordered a tequila neat -- 1942 was suggested -- got only a thimble full of it and was charged $28. That is one hell of a markup! Wish I'd been advised of the price when I ordered it. Oh well. read more

Cook was not friendly he was visibly upset when he messed up my order then on top of that charged extra for his mess up. The steak, short rib and birria tacos were tasteless no flavor. The waitress was the only saving grace of this experience as she trying to work with what she had. God bless her. read more

Good food great service friendly and clean restaurant hosts very nice drinks was good read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Octopus very good - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

I tried their lamb chops and enjoyed it a lot. The waitress was very polite and was very accommodating when someone didn't like their dish. The place is great place to take your family. read more

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AMAZING FOOD!!! From presentation to the ingredients, these dishes are made with love and expertise! BEST MUSSELS AWARD, BEST FUSION GNOCCI... I'm going to try every dish on the menu and dessert! I live in the city of Chicago, and this restaurant's cuisine compares to the best 4/5 Star Fusion Restaurants in the city, but Uniquely Different as I've never had Mediterranean & Mexican Fusion Before. The chef uses completely fresh ingredients, and hand makes every element. The dishes are presented beautifully and the flavors are what dream food is made of! Wonderful Owners who take pride in their business and are the sweet faces of it as well! They are having a hard time getting their State Liquor License, so go and support them during this short moment. No BYOB, but great Mock-tails... but if you are going there to drink, then you are there for the wrong reasons. read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - The Cute Interior Dining Area! - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

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I Went here for lunch with some friends. I decided to go with the happy hour drink special and taco special. However, when my bill came, I was charged full price and when questioned about it, the owner said because I didn't tell him that I wanted the happy hour drink and taco that we were getting charged full price my response I've never had to tell a place before that I was taking advantage of their happy hour special that's posted on the walls. The owner was rude to me when I questioned him on my bill. The server did end up, honoring the happy hour for my drinks, but not for my tacos. The food was decent, but based on their integrity alone, I will not be returning. read more

Poor food quality. Also, while we were there, we saw a roach crawling along the wall by our booth. According to the waitress, the roach came from next door. Yikes. read more

My husband and I had lunch at Fogon today. I was extremely surprised! If you like high end mexican food, this is your spot! The drinks were great!!! We had the mango and strawberry margarita as well as the the chacharita... they were all delicious. For lunch we had the vegetarian quesadillas, cecina tacos and camarones ala chimpa. Desert, pudding and flan. Everything was delicious! The chef really fuses traditional cuisine with contemporary dishes. Our waiter was extremely friendly and professional, providing great food suggestions. She was the only server (so if your in a rush allow for some extra time, especially since everything is made fresh). At some point I noticed that the chef came out and walked the tables and helped the server out; great teamwork. We will be back and hope that you are open to the contemporary experience. read more

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Food was delicious had grilled arrachera it was tender and delicious! The service was also great was their at lunch time will definitely go for dinner soon! read more

Exquisite dining Artistic cocktails Friendly service It's right down the street. Why go anywhere else for fine dining? read more

Great food, and great service! The waitress made a beautiful and tasty pineapple mango margarita, I must go back soon for it! The chips and salsa are a bit on the spicier side but delicious. The hibiscus drink, JUST GET IT! The horchata was a little too sweet for us, and too much cinnamon. They give you a complimentary vegetable soup when dining in which my three year old loves. My som ordered the shrimp quesadilla dish, it was beautiful and he devoured it. My short rib enchiladas in red sauce were just okay. I've been before and had the chicken pasta dish which was really good as well. Overall great time, we will definitely be back to this hidden gem! read more

The salsa was amazing. We did not order drinks but the entrees all came out hot, fresh and delicious. Service was good and the decor was really festive and comfortable. This was my first visit and I'd definitely go again! read more

Fogon Contemporanean Kitchen - Pan seared shrimp with saffron risotto - Mexican Near Me - Matteson, Illinois

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The Ambiance is definitely Mexican which adds to the experience, The food was fresh and tasty the guacamole was so fresh and on point. That soup was excellent. I ordered the burrito with the rice an beans,the portions were perfect and it taste good not sloppy at all. This is a nice place to eat and relax.however the music is a bit LOUD,but overall I would highly recommend as a go to Mexican food spot as long as the cooking standards stay the same... read more