Jaimito's Burritos

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Alex N.

Lincoln park Mexican fast comfort food of tacos and burritos open late night for your convenience Food: Tacos, Burritos with your classic Mexican cuts of meat. One unique style is gyro burrito, a nice fusion of Middle eastern + Mexican. Good quality of meat and veggies. Love the Agua de Horchata (rice milk drink). Service: Fast, respectful, efficient Ambience: Small place for fast food for take out or quick dine in (when option available)

John L.

Showed this to the staff and they had no idea what I was talking about. They told me I had to redeem online. Well, you can't do that and got the run around. I ordered anyways and it was the worst burrito I've ever had! Don't know the offer or redeem online. Which is it?

Pam C.

Great place for pickup or delivery, especially since it's open late late (or early depending on your lifestyle). Cashiers and staff are all super friendly. The prices are really cheap for huge portions, especially for the plate options. They have a pretty small menu but the portions are heaping. Interior is very simple but is simple and clean. The meat tastes well flavored and isn't overly oily like some other similar Mexican places. Burritos are very large. You can ask for squeeze bottles of hot sauce which are delicious. Have gotten delivery here and it's always come quickly and order right. Like that you can get 5am delivery from here.

Jay C.

Bland and pricey. I had the taco dinner plate with two steak and an al pastor. The meats were underseasoned and lacked caramelization. The rice was subpar too, drier than Taco Bell. I thought this place was authentic, but you know a Mexican place is bad when Taco Bell serves better food than them.

Jaclyn W.

Tonight we ordered two chicken burritos for pick up through Uber eats. These were the worst chicken burritos I've ever had in my entire life. I literally wanted to throw it in the trash after the first bite. The chicken tasted like canned chicken, also there's some weird type of refried/pork and beans flavor going on. At times I thought I was tasting like a weird SpaghettiOs type of flavor as well, just downright atrocious and nasty. My fiancé was very disgusted and he's not even a picky eater. I ended up throwing up my food within 30 minutes of eating and feel like complete crap. The tortilla was warm, but all the filling inside was cold. Don't order these!!!

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Ryan B.

I love this corner, neighborhood burrito spot in Lincoln Park. Jaimito's Burritos offers a simple and affordable menu with friendly, quick service. The meat is always well seasoned and it's nice that the sour cream isn't an extra charge like at some other places. Believe it or not I actually eat here sober during the day, but I know they have many fans for their late night hours and delivery. The burritos are quite sizable and I always leave stuffed and satisfied every time. You can't go wrong with anything here because their menu of bowls, burritos, and tacos is so simple you really can't mess it up. If you're in the neighborhood and looking for late night Mexican food under $10, make a visit to Jaimito's.

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I'm surprised to see all the one-star reviews. I've been ordering from them for many years and the burritos are great and fairly sized. I recommend them over many other options in the area. read more

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The steak burritos are amazing and so is the hot salsa! Highly recommend and they have quick and amazing service

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Originally had high hopes for this place since it was my first time trying. Food was good but looked at my cup and it had a bug inside read more

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Clara S.

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Great takeout option- we ordered through Uber eats late night and enjoyed the delicious salsas, Steak taco dinner, and lengua taco salad. The guacamole wasn't as great as other places I've had, but everything else was delicious! read more

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Get the steak or chicken burrito...(no lettuce, add quac)....a side of beans & cheese and side of chips/salsa. Wash it all down with a large horchata. Eat it there, then order another round to go. You won't regret! read more

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Kevin F.

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Steak is very tender nice burrito overall just make sure you edit to what you want Service is great

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Ashley R.

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Delicious tortas, guacamole, and beans. Staff is super helpful. Will definitely come back.

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Alex N.

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Lincoln park Mexican fast comfort food of tacos and burritos open late night for your convenience Food: Tacos, Burritos with your classic Mexican cuts of meat. One unique style is gyro burrito, a nice fusion of Middle eastern + Mexican. Good quality of meat and veggies. Love the Agua de Horchata (rice milk drink). Service: Fast, respectful, efficient Ambience: Small place for fast food for take out or quick dine in (when option available) read more

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Showed this to the staff and they had no idea what I was talking about. They told me I had to redeem online. Well, you can't do that and got the run around. I ordered anyways and it was the worst burrito I've ever had! Don't know the offer or redeem online. Which is it? read more

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Pam C.

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Great place for pickup or delivery, especially since it's open late late (or early depending on your lifestyle). Cashiers and staff are all super friendly. The prices are really cheap for huge portions, especially for the plate options. They have a pretty small menu but the portions are heaping. Interior is very simple but is simple and clean. The meat tastes well flavored and isn't overly oily like some other similar Mexican places. Burritos are very large. You can ask for squeeze bottles of hot sauce which are delicious. Have gotten delivery here and it's always come quickly and order right. Like that you can get 5am delivery from here. read more

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B S.

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This place was fire. Ordered take out and it exceeded my expectations. The spicy euro burrito was a fun surprise I need to try again. Also the beans were awesome read more

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Bill M.

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My love decided to check out Jaimito's Burritos with a Groupon deal. I've not been to Jaimito's before, but I was pleased with my takeout order (my love enjoyed her steak burrito on the premises). My burrito with chorizo was tasty, even after I had to microwave it for a few seconds prior to consumption due to transit time. read more

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Received 2 burritos via BOGO free on a Uber eats special. The steak was either marinated in black pepper or it was sprinkled on the meat when cooked. I barely ate my burrito and threw the free one away. Also they forgot the sour cream which was a bust because my burritos only contain steak, sour cream, rice and cheese. This is the 3rd time I have ate Jaimitos since living in old town in 2006. Every time the steak had a pepper taste. read more

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Kelly G.

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Breakfast burritos are decent. The bacon is thick and kinda rubbery and in long strips vs chopped, which is where they fall short. Refried beans are good and red salsa is hot, in a good way. It's cheap tho, and gets the job done when in need of a bfast burrito. Mostly it's concerning that the workers were not wearing masks while cooking/serving. Chicago just entered phase 3 and pretty sure it's required to wear masks. read more

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Jason K.

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Had two steak burritos that had a very off putting taste and honestly made me feel nauseous. Honestly one of the worst tasting burritos I've had (granted I asked for it without cheese/sour cream) but overall a very poor experience. read more

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John K.

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Never had anything but quality there. People are so nice. I love the tacos but should try other items

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Jay C.

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Bland and pricey. I had the taco dinner plate with two steak and an al pastor. The meats were underseasoned and lacked caramelization. The rice was subpar too, drier than Taco Bell. I thought this place was authentic, but you know a Mexican place is bad when Taco Bell serves better food than them. read more

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Scot B.

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My go to spot for a great steak burrito and hot sauce(s). Service is always friendly too.

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Jaclyn W.

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Tonight we ordered two chicken burritos for pick up through Uber eats. These were the worst chicken burritos I've ever had in my entire life. I literally wanted to throw it in the trash after the first bite. The chicken tasted like canned chicken, also there's some weird type of refried/pork and beans flavor going on. At times I thought I was tasting like a weird SpaghettiOs type of flavor as well, just downright atrocious and nasty. My fiancé was very disgusted and he's not even a picky eater. I ended up throwing up my food within 30 minutes of eating and feel like complete crap. The tortilla was warm, but all the filling inside was cold. Don't order these!!! read more

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Ryan B.

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I love this corner, neighborhood burrito spot in Lincoln Park. Jaimito's Burritos offers a simple and affordable menu with friendly, quick service. The meat is always well seasoned and it's nice that the sour cream isn't an extra charge like at some other places. Believe it or not I actually eat here sober during the day, but I know they have many fans for their late night hours and delivery. The burritos are quite sizable and I always leave stuffed and satisfied every time. You can't go wrong with anything here because their menu of bowls, burritos, and tacos is so simple you really can't mess it up. If you're in the neighborhood and looking for late night Mexican food under $10, make a visit to Jaimito's. read more

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Jonny O.

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food is good . salsa are good and spicy . they have fast service. the only thing doesnt taste right is the horchata . doesnt taste good.

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Laura S.

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Stopped in for a quick bite to go, and the burritos did not disappoint. The restaurant was clean, and we could see our food being grilled and prepared. The menu is straightforward, with vegetarian options. We got our burritos quickly, and they were delicious! Would definitely stop in again if I'm in the area. read more

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Stephen M.

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2nd visit. Al Pastor meat burritos this time, awesome quality but a step down from the taco quality I had the other visit. Horchata had too much cinnamon read more

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Daniel G.

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Had a bad day and didn't get to eat anything till I finally decided to order from this place. I ordered a torta dinner. Ready to dig into my torta I was craving and they sent me tacos. Had to recheck my order to make sure I wasn't at fault and nope they completely ruined my experience. read more

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Pavel S.

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Good, late night burritos. Good for take out. Green sauce is more mild then red one.

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Malik D.

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Amazing food, people and customer service. My incompetent Postmates delivery person gave me the wrong bag and since Postmates has terrible customer service, I wasn't able to call the driver OR Postmates. Instead, I had to email Postmates and wait 50 minutes for a response. In the meantime, I called the restaurant to explain the issue and they contacted Postmates and gave me any correct order...and some free chips and salsa for the error (that totally wasn't theirs). So yes - go here! I wish I could give 6 stars. Amazing food and customer service. read more

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Beco K.

Malik, we're proud to provide delicious food and excellent service!…

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Ken J.

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I used to come here in my twenties, and 30 years later, it is still great and consistent. They have great Al Pastor. The burrito that has steak and al pastor is balanced. Their difference versus other places is that they grill the meat for every order and char it just a bit. That my friends is the differentiator that makes this place still one of my top 5 places in the city. I'm not sure where Jaime has gone, but the place is solid. Just missing that community Sun Times you could read while waiting. read more

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Ashley N.

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Food was ok. Nothing to call home about. Chicken was bland. Lettuce was soggy and looked old. Steak bowl was ok. We've had better. ‍ Restaurant was clean and up to date. Prices were reasonable! Employees were polite and friendly! read more

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Dan R.

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Been visiting on and off for 20+ years. Recommend the steak tacos Americano style. One of the best things on the menu. They'll make nachos if you ask nicely, though that's not on the menu (best with chicken). Good for lunch and extreme late night as they are open on weekends until 5am! Consistently nice people and consistent food quality. Never had any issues here. I would not recommend whoever painted the murals though lol. read more

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eduardo m.

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Good food nice guys will be back and they are accepting groupon! Steak is tasty and all toppings were fresh. read more

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Robyn T.

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We've given up on this restaurant. We've had good meals, we've had bad meals. We only have gotten delivery and almost a dozen times and lately we've been so disappointed. Huge chunks of meat and onion chunks the size of a sugar cube, tortillas are undercooked (whyyyyy), pastor seasoning lacking. It's adequate for late night when pickings are slim. read more

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I ordered the steak torta dinner and a horchata. The steak lacked flavor, there were burnt pieces of steak inside the burrito. They have very little rice as part of the dinner. Beans were great and the rice had flavor. The horchata felt like it had been sitting out for a long time. The flavor was off. My partner got a taco dinner and said it was ok. Lacked flavor. Wasn't the worst place I've tried but not that great. read more

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Holly K.

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absolutley flame steak burrito. y'all this stuff slaps 1000/10 incredible i need to move closer so i can walk here more read more

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Rico P.

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After a long trip away there is no place like Jaimitos Burritos to welcome me home. Best Al Pastor I have ever had in my entire life. The salsa verde is to die for but, watch for the red one; it has a bit of a kick. The guacamole is AMAZING, I could eat it with my hands. I would bathe in it if I could it's that good. read more

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Sydney L.

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You gave me food poisoning. Will not be ordering from you ever again. Buyer beware of the enchiladas

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Heather W.

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I love this place, between delivery and take out I order from here at least 2/3 a week. Delivery is always quick and cashiers are always friendly. Love the hot sauces and salsas and all around good food. My only issue: pleeease fix the refried beans! They have been sooo bland the past couple weeks and it's killing me lol read more

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Pedro C.

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I had never seen this place nearby my office but so glad i discovered them. Amazingly good tacos. Fresh good quality meat. You dont find many places like this on the north side! read more

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Justin G.

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This restaurant is spotless. Very clean and inviting layout where you can see your meal being grilled and prepared. The menu is simple and the food is way above par. Not greasy or over engineered, just plain simple and fresh ingredients. The value for the price is there and their salsa roja is nice and spicy. Service was fast and friendly. The taco salad was made perfect with a homemade tortilla bowl, not one of those cheap fake yellow nacho things. Will definitely return. read more

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Beco K.

Thank uou Justin for great feedback. We are happy you had great…

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Jenny Q.

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Stopped in for lunch because I was hangry. Idk why some reviews are so bad.... my boyfriend and I split a beef burrito and it was SO good. Crispy tortilla and salsa on the side to add extra flavor. Pretty quick turnaround and nice staff. Ambiance could use a facelift but don't judge a book by its cover. Will be coming back to this hole in the wall. read more

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David O.

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Stopped in for a breakast burrito of ham & cheese. It was good enough to fill my appetite but not great enough to return. Might try the steak burrito sometime if I'm in the area. read more

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1781 N Clybourn Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Lincoln Park, DePaul
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(312) 397-9009
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What time does Jaimito's Burritos open?

Jaimito's Burritos opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Jaimito's Burritos close?

Jaimito's Burritos closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.Jaimito's Burritos closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Thursday.Jaimito's Burritos closes at 3:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Wed, Sun 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMThu 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Fri-Sat 10:00 AM - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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Does Jaimito's Burritos take credit cards?

Yes, Jaimito's Burritos takes credit cards.

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Does Jaimito's Burritos have catering options?

Yes, Jaimito's Burritos does have catering options.

Does Jaimito's Burritos serve alcohol?

No, Jaimito's Burritos does not serve alcohol.

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Does Jaimito's Burritos have TVs?

No, Jaimito's Burritos does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Jaimito's Burritos have bike parking?

Yes, Jaimito's Burritos has bike parking.

Does Jaimito's Burritos have outdoor seating?

Yes, Jaimito's Burritos has outdoor seating options.

Does Jaimito's Burritos have parking?

Yes, Jaimito's Burritos has parking options. Street Parking

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Is Jaimito's Burritos wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Jaimito's Burritos is wheelchair accessible.

Does Jaimito's Burritos have free WiFi?

Yes, Jaimito's Burritos has free WiFi.

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Jaimito's Burritos is where fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine meets the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Since 1995, we've served up delicious burritos, tacos, and enchiladas, all freshly prepared with quality ingredients. Don't just take our word for it -- when you take a bite, you'll taste the difference. Whether you stop by for a quick lunch or pay us a late-night visit (we're open till 5 AM on weekends), expect nothing but the best every time.

History

Established in 1995.

Since 1995, we've served fresh, delicious Mexican cuisine to the Lincoln Park community. Try our burritos, tacos, enchiladas, and more in our bright and colorful atmosphere.

Meet the Business Owner: Beco K.

The whole team at Jaimito's Burritos is passionate about serving fresh, delicious cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you visit us for lunch or late at night, expect nothing but the best.

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La Mejikana

Delicious! This is the 3rd time I've been here and I try something new everytime. Tried the birria,…read morethe octopus, and today the langostinos. The langostinos were in a spicy tomato broth, super delicious, dip the bread in it! The langostinos were not as fresh as I'd like. One or two were mushy, but this is Chicago so what can you do. All in all, a fantastic place with superb drinks. Atmosphere is a small intimate vibe. They have a couple tvs playing some sports games. Service was prompt but still gave me privacy to enjoy my meal with my guest. We sat at the bar everytime. Can't wait to return!

We arrived not knowing it was a bar crawl happening but we still got in and waited for a table. It…read moretook 30 minutes to get a table bc of the bar crawl. As much as it was packed from 2:30 til 3:30 we were still were able to order a drink at bar. Martin was so nice and took our order and brought it to us being we went back to waiting line. The place is small with a hard time to walk around when it's full. It's a nice bar restaurant and didn't realized until we were leaving that there's a back area. The bartenders could be a little more social and happy bc that seem a bit dull and unhappy working there. Unlike Martin he was happy. Mildred was our server and she did phenomenal. The food and drinks were great

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Went here for my birthday dinner on a Saturday night. Nice atmosphere and music but not too loud…read morefor conversation. I loved the decorations. I ordered the steak and shrimp fajitas they were expensive but excellent! Came out on a sizzling plate. I tried the Habernita drink and sangria. The habernita drink had mezcal, orange, pineapple, and habanero so had a nice kick to it. My friend told server it was my birthday secretly and they came out with a sparkler had birthday music playing and shots of tequila for my table! We had a great time and I will definitely be back! I recommend coming here to celebrate your birthday or just to have a delicious meal

We went on a Friday for happy hour but it ended at 5 but there were still deals like $10 flautas…read more We also had the sangria which was really good. The servers all kinda float around so you might not have the same server the whole time but the ones we had were nice and answered our questions without being judgey. The vibes were nice. Will go ahead but for brunch next time!

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Cinco de Mayo at Barrio was EVERYTHINGGG…read more We fully committed to the holiday and ordered honestly the entire menu and somehow every single thing that came out was better than the last. Starting with margaritas (because obviously ‍), queso and chips that were dangerously good, and the chicken empanadas that came out perfectly crispy with so much flavor. We kept looking at each other after every bite like "okay wait... THIS is the best thing here" and then another plate would arrive and prove us wrong again The carnitas fried rice??? I genuinely cannot stop thinking about it. So savory, flavorful, comforting, and packed with crispy carnitas on top with the eggs and pickled onions... literally unreal. And then the skirt steak tacos absolutely stole the show. The steak was cooked perfectly, packed with flavor, and paired so perfectly with all the toppings and sauces. Every single bite tasted fresh and homemade in the best way possible. And can we talk about the ambience for a second because WOW. The music, the energy, the vibe inside, everyone celebrating, the drinks flowing -- it felt like the perfect Cinco de Mayo dinner spot. The service was also AMAZING from start to finish and made the entire experience even better. One of those dinners where you leave already talking about when you're coming back If you're looking for the place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, date night, tacos & margaritas, or honestly just an incredible dinner in general... this is IT

Had dinner here. We sat outside, which is nice on a summer night. However, it can get loud with the…read morecars and traffic. Inside seating the music is too loud. Overall very spacious with indoor/outdoor seating and bar. They also have private dining areas. The vegetarian enchiladas were great! You get 3 tortillas. The server could have refilled water more often.

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My husband and I had a great meal here. We were welcomed with complimentary chips and salsa. I…read moreordered the vegetarian enchiladas, and he had the Sabroso burrito with grilled chicken--both were excellent. The service was especially noteworthy. Our server was very friendly and thoughtfully let me know that the rice is made with chicken broth, offering double beans or a side salad instead. As a vegetarian, I really appreciated that attention to detail. The restaurant is small, cozy, and clean. There's no parking lot, but we found free street parking on Erie Street right next to the restaurant. We'll definitely come back!

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Carniceria Maribel

Their half el pastor half carne asada burritos are . I get one at least once a week. So…read moredelicious! the staff that works there are friendly. Nice little local neighborhood corner store/ restaurant.

If you're looking for authentic tacos, this place is absolutely worth the trip. Between the…read moreincredible Selena mural outside and the fact that it's tucked inside a liquor store, the whole experience feels like discovering a hidden gem. I eat a lot of tacos, and this was, without question, the best pollo (chicken) taco I've ever had. I was expecting the usual dry, bland, or overcooked chicken, but instead it was incredibly juicy, packed with flavor, and generously loaded with meat. Every bite was outstanding. The only downside was the wait time, but once the food arrived, it was easy to see why people are willing to wait. If you're a taco lover, this is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back.

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The kitchen. Order here and take ticket up front to pay

Tacos de asada

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Tacos de asada y al pastor

XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant

My second time here, the first time for my dinner companion. Everything was incredibly good, from…read morethe greeting we got when we arrived, to the service and the food...oh my, the food! Appetizers were quac and chips, and shrimp ceviche. The guac was really good, but the ceviche was the star. Served on a bed of cucumbers, it was visually beautiful, and the flavor was fresh and complex. There was also a LOT of it. We ended up taking some home. Entrees were steak and shrimp for me, and Tampiquena for my friend. In both dishes, the steak was done to perfection. The sauce that came with my shrimp was spicy and deep--lots of flavor layers there. Both of us took home portions of our meals because there was a lot of food on the plates. Finally, the service--the servers are attentive without hovering. If we needed something, they were there, but never intrusive. It is hard to believe this is a little neighborhood spot, given the service and the quality of the food. It was not too busy tonight--we ate early--but I recommend reservations. It is very popular with the neighborhood. Bottom line, we each had 2 margaritas, appetizers, and entrees, and our bills with tip were around $105.00 each--totally worth it! Try this little gem--you won't regret it.

One of the most tender steaks I have ever had. Service is friendly and attentive. Everything down…read moreto the guac was well-seasoned. This is going on my favorites list.

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Pineapple special. Simply the best.

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Pollo en Mole

El Xangarrito

4.8

(220 reviews)

4.4 mi

A great BYOB spot for high quality Mexican…read more Excellent mole negro, ceviche, fried plantains, and enchiladas. It is supposedly tiny inside but it has a lovely outdoor patio in front of the restaurant.

Such a cute place. They have a huge patio area, too. Food…read morewas very flavorful and the enchiladas options were really good. Several different types to choose from. Sauces very authentic and served with a smile from our server. She checked in on us several times and really seemed like she wanted to be making our dining experience a good one. Free chips and salsa on the table at the beginning and the BYOB solidified the fact that me and my girlfriends will be back for sure!!

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They seem to have a bunch of take out business, also.

Traditional Pastor Tacos

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Steak Enchiladas Mole. A generous portion to share or to take some home with you for a late night snack.

5 Rabanitos

The chef who owns this restaurant trained with Rick Bayless for 19 years and it really comes out in…read morehis cooking. All of the food was absolutely delicious. We came later on a Monday night so we did not have to wait to get a seat although it was still pretty busy. The place is decorated nicely. Well on a block with many other Mexican businesses. Located right off the pink line it is very easy to get to and also noted to be near the Mexican art Institute. The chicken mole enchiladas were delicious. Spicy and bitterness of the chocolate balanced super well. rice was also cooked perfectly. The shredded beef dish was short rib and mashed potatoes. They were meant to be assembled into a homemade tortilla - a very interesting concept. The homemade tortillas were so warm and fluffy. I have never had such good tortillas. I took a tamale plate home. It was large and had a good portion of shredded pork. Super flavorful, but also I felt the texture might've been firmer than I would've expected.

A short walk to the northeast from the National Museum of Mexican Art, we had excellent service as…read morewell as food. It was a hot, humid day, but apparently it was warmer inside than on their sidewalk seating, so we dined outside. My wife ordered the Vegetarian Torta ($13.75) and I chose the Shrimp Torta ($14.50). They were each quite large and filling. My shrimp torta was good, but a little one note. The vegetarian torta was an awesome combination of flavors and I would order it again in a heartbeat. Only real negatives were that they did not offer any draft beer options and the Chips y Salsa ($3.75) had a meager quantity of chips to eat their tasty and generous tomatillo and 3-chile salsa options. Would actually go 4.5 stars based on those 2 factors, but gave the benefit of the extra half star due to how good our service was and the excellent flavor of the veggie sandwich.

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Chips & Guac

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This bright mural on the side of 5 Rabanitos drew us is for refreshing Micheladas!

Manchamanteles Restaurant

Manchamanteles is as fun and exciting on the inside as its boldly colored outside would lead you to…read morebelieve. The staff are donned in themed regalia, and will gleefully sing you a happy birthday song even if you're quite far from adolescence (and also a few days out from your actual birthday). The moles were all phenomenal, and the mezcal margarita pitcher more than satisfied our group. The interior is a bit bright and skews somewhat family oriented, so I wouldn't recommend it for every crowd. But for my group of friends and I, Manchamanteles more than delivered in food, service, and fun alike.

Came here on Valentine's Day with a reservation, there were three of us, one kid. It was full of…read morefamilies, some couples. The had a tasting menu but we opted out of it. They give you a complimentary spicy trail mix. We started with the guacamole, it was okay. Then I got a traditional margarita, my partner got a pina colada with strawberries, and my kid got a pink lemonade (Marz Brewing made). The margarita was good, not strong but not too watery. For dinner I got the chicken fajitas, the waiter asked if I wanted just chicken which I though was odd because I ordered the chicken fajitas and I wasn't sure what he meant or if he meant no veggies, it came with veggies luckily. It also came with tortilla, corn, and a side of refried black beans with cojita, and rice. It was all okay. My partner got the lamb mole, it was sweet and savory, not spicy. And it came with tortillas. They have a lot of mole options, so if you're into that definitely come here to try! Overall it was just okay.

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Dobladas De Mole Negro! Delicious

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Queso Fundido!!(keepsmilingphoto.com)

Frontera Grill

It's a terrific still solid stalwart of restaurants in Chicago's legendary portfolio of amazing…read moredining experiences. Creative authentic Mexican specialties and delicious specials. The service is impeccable warm and welcoming! The restaurant interior and adjoining dining experiences are beautifully art directed from Rick Bayles's brilliant eye for art culture and food. The mole is lendary and the branzino was delicious. Beautiful food great full bar and drinks.

Bib-gormand Mexican restaurant that shares a location with it's sister restaurant (which has had a…read moreMichelin star for over a decade) I was with a group of 6 friends on a Saturday night when we wandered by this place, and the smell drew us in. We were very fortunate in that they were able to fit all of us in last-minute without a reservation The menu is on the pricer side, but there are tons of options that apparently rotate every couple of weeks. My party and I tried the chips + guac and quesadilla app, and I got there Oxacan carne asada dish. It was all solid. I especially appreciated that they offered unlimited corn tortillas that we could use to make our dishes into tacos. Both indoor and outdoor seating

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Back room, additional eating area at the bar

Duck carnitas

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Pork shank

Quartino Ristorante

We had the best service!!! Trevor gave amazing recommendations as well as giving us the best…read moreattitude and making out-of-towners feel welcome!!!! Will definitely come back any time I visit the city! Food was amazing!!!!

Awesome! We were in town from Kansas City and this restaurant was recommended to us. It was just…read morearound the corner from our hotel so we fortunately we were able to get a reservation and have an incredible dinner.

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PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE and Duck Prosciutto

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Coppa alla banana

The Purple Pig

My new favorite restaurant! the food is DELICIOUS and the staff was incredible. I don't give…read morereviews much but just loved it here so I had to :)

This place had a line that went out of the door during the multiple times I've crossed the…read moreMagnificent Mile bridge in Chicago. Made last minute reservations for brunch next day after the infamous architecture tour. It was quiet as we've put in an early morning. All the more better to savor all intricate dishes from start to finish. Like the name, The Purple Pig, their specialty is pork dishes so majority of our orders were this. Daily special of the bone marrow bacon jam toast - glazed, slippery off the bone, savory and sweet. Always love a good bone marrow dish to get the sweetness off it. This was so good that there were bits of the marrow and jam left stuck to the bone, I took a piece of the toast and scooped the bone dry. Nothing left for anyone to attack this. Non pork dishes were the Mushroom 3 ways and Spanish octopus. Mushroom dish was savory with all the coated sauces elevating this. Spanish octopus was kicked lightly and easily can bite in to enjoy the tender and charred portions. But the award went to my main course - the braised pork shoulder with saffron, apricots and Swiss chard. Aside from the rippable pork meat when dining on it, the sauces fused together on this dish elevated it and had everyone coming back for more. I needed an official Chicago culinary experience and found it at The Purple Pig without a doubt.

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Chicago style hot dog

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Squid Ink Chitarra

Green Street Smoked Meats

This place was so good that I came back the very next evening for dinner again…read more On my first visit, I ordered the pulled pork with mac and cheese, cornbread, and sweet tea. Every single part of the meal was outstanding. The pulled pork was delicious on its own, but I also loved the sweet barbecue sauce. The cornbread was, without exaggeration, the best I've ever had!! It was moist, flavorful, and served with absolutely incredible butter. The mac and cheese was rich, creamy, and one of the best I've ever had as well. Even the sweet tea was perfect: actually sweet without being overpowering or having that bitter, earthy aftertaste that some sweet teas have. I couldn't stop thinking about it, so I came back the next night and tried the brisket. It was sooooo good too. It was tender, smoky, juicy, and packed with flavor. At that point I knew the first meal wasn't a fluke. It's not inexpensive, but the portions are generous, and I felt the quality more than justified the price. I was there by myself because I'm traveling for work and actually enjoyed the communal tables. They made the atmosphere feel welcoming and a little less lonely than sitting by myself. The staff was excellent, too. The gentleman with the glasses at the meat counter was friendly, funny, and made the experience even more enjoyable. He even threw in a complimentary rib, which was such a nice surprise and a great example of the hospitality here. One thing to know before you go: the line can get long, but don't let that scare you away, it moves efficiently, and the food is absolutely worth the wait. Green Street Smoked Meats lived up to every bit of the hype. Between two visits, I tried the pulled pork, brisket, mac and cheese, cornbread, sweet tea, and a rib, and every single thing was excellent. This will be one of my first stops the next time I'm in Chicago.

3.5/5 stars. It's definitely a little pricey and didn't quite live up to the Texas BBQ I've had. It…read morecomes with two slices of bread and pickled onions on the side. Got 1/2 lb brisket, 1/2 lb pork ribs, 1/2 lb pulled pork, broccoli salad, elote style corn, and baked beans for $87 + tip. The Prime Sliced Brisket (7/10) was super tender and practically fell apart, but I wished the bark had a harder crust and a bit more flavor. The Pork Ribs (6.5/10) were somewhere between tender and chewy, so I'd probably skip them. The Pulled Pork (6.5/10) was slightly sweet but tasted pretty standard. All of the meats could've used a little more seasoning, and I wish they came out hotter. The spicy BBQ sauce and golden sauce were both delicious though. The Elote Style Corn (8/10) was my favorite side. Super creamy with plenty of parmesan. The Broccoli Salad (7/10) had great crunch from the pumpkin seeds and sweetness from the raisins, though I wish the seeds were toasted. The Baked Beans (6.5/10) had pork belly and onions mixed in, but otherwise tasted like a solid, classic baked bean. The vibes felt like a true Texas BBQ joint. You line up, order at the counter, watch them slice the meat in front of you, then grab a table cafeteria-style. The industrial space and dim lighting fit the atmosphere well. 7/10. Service was great. The guy slicing the meat asked how my day was, and staff were constantly walking around clearing tables. 8/10.

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Chopped Brisket Hot Link Pork Ribs smoked turkey Elote Style Corn Baked Beans

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Megan S.

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16 years ago

So to start, I am from California and I love Mexican food. My boyfriend and I have eat here 3 times in the past week that alone says something. The food is really inexpensive for the quality you get. The salsa is amazing, it's medium spicy with pepper seeds tastes fresh made The guacamole tastes like it's made to order you can taste fresh lime in every bite The burritos were EXCELLENT, unlike other Mexican places in the area they are NOT greasy. But the most amazing thing here is the tacos. we've tried the tacos al pastor, AMAZING pork tacos the spices are super flavor full. The tortillas taste like fresh made soft corn def not store bought The best part about this place is everything tastes super fresh and home made and unlike other Mexican places nothing here is greasy, even the chips which taste fresh made and are probably freshly fried are not soggy or covered in grease. Great Mexican, maybe the best taco's that I ever had. I strongly recommend this place. read more

Michael A.

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6 years ago

I'm super upset to write this. Just because I've been ordering from this place on Uber eats for about two years. Loved the tacos and rice. My favorite thing about this establishment is the red salsa, it has to be the best I've had from any Mexican restaurant in quite some time. But as of last month, all my steak taco orders that I've been receiving have been tasting more like pizza sausage ground up to look like steak. I've called several times and spoken to the manager and he's assured me that it's steak and not pizza sausage. But I don't understand the inconsistency in flavor, taste and appearance. Myself being of Mexican descent, does know what carne asada tastes like....and this not it anymore. And I do understand the meat price increase, I wish they would raise the prices to compensate for the difference. I'm happy to pay $2 more for real steak. read more

jay r.

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16 years ago

I stopped in with some friends before a night of fun at Goose Island Brewery. I had a taste for tamales so away we go, place your bet, no one know which way this goes. They were GREAT !!!!!!!!!!! homemade pork tamales served with rice and beans. My friends split a steak burrito and some nachos. Both were happy campers. The story doesn't end here, 4 hours later we stumbled in with no fear. Sobe or drunk This place is a slam dunk !!!!! read more

Pabitro I.

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3 years ago

We had a nice dinner at Jaimitos burritos with some friends. The menu offers a good range of both burritos and entrees. The menu is certainly Mexican-influenced, but the range of options is wide read more

Robert T.

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3 years ago

I have been coming to this restaurant off and on for the past 35 years. Whenever I come to the Lincoln park area this is a definite place to eat. Excellent authentic Mexican food read more

ron g.

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16 years ago

Jaimitos is as good as it gets !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The steak was tender and seasoned just right. Burritos are bigger than your head. Salsa also better than average read more

Robert P. M.

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3 years ago

Awesome Food Here! The Steak Taco's are the best!!! Will keep comng back over and over...