Here in Aurora looking for good Mexican food. We ended up at Taqueria El Tio and sat down at a…read morebooth. Menus were brought out and I went with cheese enchiladas, while my wife got nachos. I had a few chips with salsa before hand. The salsa was more watery than I preferred. The enchiladas came and I began to dig in. They were alright and the flavors got better as I went on to eat more. The refried beans had the most flavor and were good for the plate. The rice had the least amount of flavor, but it all worked out. My wife didn't eat much of the nachos and said that it was missing something. Don't take this review too seriously because I love Tex-mex and this is not it. I think anyone coming here looking for good Mexican food here will enjoy it.

Very quick service and very reasonable prices. I loved the array of salsas that came at each table…read more The tostada alone was a lot more filling than I expected and they accommodate for vegetarian modifications (usually a swap for avocado over protein option).

Being transparent on this freezing Sunday during the crazy political holiday season, I want to keep…read morethis restaurant as my secret. But I can't. Great food. The mole is so good I want to write a song about it. Nice service. Low key old school vibe. Amen.

The salsa is served warm and delicious, tastes like garden fresh tomatoes. First time I ordered…read morechilaquiles with cecina and they were superb. Second visit I had pollo en mole; the mole was rich, nutty, chocolaty and there was a lot of it. Homemade tortillas are outstanding. In an area with a zillion excellent Mexican places, this one stands out -- will definitely be back.

Las tortillas WOW Sabor auténtico y único…read moreMenudo was amazing and lots of carne in it Will definitely be returning

Great menudo, awesome sides. Great server and authentically Mexican. Have recommended to others and…read morethey said they really enjoyed the "pata." The tortillas were among one of the best I had in my life. Overall great menudo spot.

FOOD WAS AMAZING! I live in Chicago and can tell you that I think this place has better tacos then…read moremost places in Chicago I will definitely be back with family

We ordered take out and I decided to try something different from my typical Mexican order. I'd…read morenever had a sopes before so I don't have anything to compare it to but I tried the steak and chicken one and both were good but the steak one was the crowd favorite. The base was much thicker than I expected it to be! Two was plenty for one person. Honestly, I think I could have gotten away with just one.

Visited La Sierra on January 30, 2026, for breakfast with my fellow foodie and dear friend after…read morereceiving a recommendation for this restaurant from my wife. La Sierra was approximately a 35-minute drive from our home in the western suburbs. We arrived at approximately 8:30 AM. As we drove up my wingman John commented that he would not have come into this neighborhood or restaurant if I was not with him. Yes, the neighborhood was a bit rough (I grew up in Pilsen in the 1960's) but to me it felt like home in Chicago. We walked in and were warmly greeted by the hostess and waitress and told to sit-down anywhere we wanted. We chose a booth in the second room of the restaurant; the walls were covered with photos of Mexico and the smell coming from the kitchen was heaven. Our waitress quickly approached us for our drink order, she mentioned that they had Cafe de la Olla (made with piloncillo-unrefined whole cane sugar from Latin America, and cinnamon sticks) which we both ordered. The coffee arrived in a colorful Mexican traditional mug (just the way my mother used to make me). It was delicious! We then ordered our breakfast, which was Mexican Chilaquiles (a traditional, comforting breakfast dish consisting of crispy tortilla chips simmered in red or green salsa until slightly softened) with eggs, meat & refired beans. We were both in "Heaven", the tortilla chips were perfectly cooked with just enough "Crisp" to them. Just the way my mother used to make me on a weekend morning. My wingman & I both agreed that we will be returning and bringing our fellow foodies with us to try the other dishes offered!

At first I wasn't sure if this place was even open as all the reviews I saw on Yelp and google…read moreappeared to be several years old. There was a line when we got there (around noon) which I feel is usually a sign of tasty food. The tortilla chips were so yummy with a flavorful seasoning and delicious salsa. The service was quick and the food was great. While the interior leaves something to be desired, everything seemed clean and the food was great!

Great food! The steak birria tacos are delicious!…read moreThe artwork inside is impressive! The staff is friendly!

My first visit to La Birria Loca…read more I was initially expecting a sit-down restaurant, but it turned out to be carry-out only, with a few picnic tables in the back for seating. That was a surprise at first, but we made it work. One thing that caught me off guard was the pricing. When ordering, I was asked if I wanted pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole, but it wasn't clear these were additional charges. I assumed they came with the meal. Three orders plus drinks ended up being over $100, which was unexpected. I did have to double-check the receipt, and to their credit, the staff quickly removed the extra charges once I brought it up and told him I didn't need pico, sour cream and gaucamole. Our tab still came to $87 for the 3 entrees with drinks. Despite that, the food itself was very tasty. Everything we ordered was flavorful and well-prepared, and we were genuinely surprised at how good it was. Consume was one the best I've had hands down. They portion sizes are well worth it. Their hot sauces were also excellent, with spice levels clearly labeled by number, which made it fun to try different heat levels. Overall, even with the confusion around pricing and setup, I would definitely come back again for the food.

Found this little hole in the wall on Christmas Eve because the place we planned on going to was…read moreclosed for the holiday. Sometimes things are just meant to be! The parking looks awful until you spy the public lot just one storefront away. The interior is simple, which I prefer. Some cute knickknacks but not too much. The menu is the traditional Mexican fare, tacos, burritos, fajitas, plates, etc. Everyone should be able to find something to please them. The waitress was so sweet and helpful. They were doing a lot of take out orders and had my party and another couple dining in. She did great making sure we all had what we needed. We all started talking to one another so felt like dinner with a bunch of friends. My friends had the steak tacos and the Americano plate. Both really liked their items. The tacos were well filled and the meat tender and juicy. The plate had lots of steak on it as well as rice, beans, tortillas, etc. The sauce was a tad spicy but not overpowering for my non-spice liking friend. The star of the night was the Crazy Burrito. Massive burrito filled with shrimp, steak, fries, rice, guac and more. And when I say massive, I mean MASSIVE. Everything inside somehow all went together incredibly well. But each bite was different depending on what the ratio of the items was. Probably 1 of the top 3 burritos I've ever had. The steak, meat and shrimp were all perfectly cooked. Will definitely go back next time in Chicago.

Very disappointing getting what tasted like 2 day old meat. I'd be willing to give this place…read moreanother try if it were free.

This is my family's favorite place to celebrate everything. Usually we order the parrillada for 4…read moreand have more than enough to take home. The staff always goes above and beyond. We have told them about allergies and they are happy to be sure the grill is scraped and cleaned before cooking our order. The patio is lovely when weather permits.

Great location right by the river with nice views and a very open bright interior. Service was…read morespot on with fresh salsa and guacamole made by the table. The chips were particularly good as well. I had the Chile rellenos and they were very well prepared an even a little spicy which I appreciated. Was here with work folks and would be glad to come back here with my wife!

Wow, these tacos were incredible. We stopped in after visiting The Growing Place and found this…read morespot on Yelp, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The steak tacos were spot on. Perfectly cooked steak, cut to the ideal size for the taco, with super fresh onions and cilantro, all wrapped in delicious handmade tortillas. The woman at checkout was so friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. I'm pretty picky when it comes to tacos, so finding a place like this is a big win. We will definitely be back. Thank you!

This is my second review since my first time trying I still keep coming back!…read more Tziri Tacos is my go-to spot in the area. It's an authentic, family-owned taqueria where you always feel welcomed. The food is fresh, made with good quality ingredients, and the flavor is always on point. The service is very friendly and everyone is so pleasant. Definitely recommend! Tziri Tacos es mi taquería favorita en esta área. Es un lugar familiar y auténtico donde siempre te hacen sentir bienvenido. La comida es fresca, con ingredientes de buena calidad y el sabor siempre está perfecto. El servicio es muy amable y todos son muy atentos. Definitivamente lo recomiendo.

I've lived out this way for over 25 years and haven't ever stopped in this place, 'cos I've got…read moresome good Mex joints in the vicinity of Stately Breakwind Manor. My pals, the Koch- Marshall Trio were playing at the Venue in Downtown Aurora, IL and they were gracious enough to invite me to dinner with them at Tecalitlan, here. The place just looks like it's going to have great Mex fare, and I'm happy to say that impression was most correct. Chips and Salsa can be a hit or miss anywhere, and you'd think quality would be hard to quantify, but rest assured there are everyday Chips-n' and GOOD Chipsn'. This place is in the latter column. The Salsa had a great bite, and this chips tasted like they were freshly fried, If they WERE out of a bag, I'd like to know the brand. I swung with the "3 taco plate"-Soft with Cilantro e Cebolla. Rice and Beans on the side. The proteins I selected were Birria, Lengua and Cabeza, and they were pure yum, indeed. the rice and beans were also a cut above. The Koch-Marshall guys are a riot, besides being stellar musicians, and this pre-concert feed was a pure delight...

Excellent good food Service fast everything it's delicious…read more Will come back Ambient it's nice cozy family restaurant