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    La Chuparosa

    4.2 (33 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Kenny g.

    Good food, cool ambience, would return. Happy hour specials are the way to go, otherwise pretty overpriced.

    Kesha B.

    What a fun experience! This restaurant recently opened in Waukegan in the plaza by Jewel. It has plenty of parking and a super cute patio for the nicer weather. When we walked in, we were wow'd by the fun decor. We were quickly seated and were so excited to try a bunch of things on the menu. We started with drinks. I unfortunately got handed the wrong drink mistaking a mocktail with a cocktail but the food made up for it. We started with the pork belly dish, which still lives rent free in my head. The tacos were super filled and full of flavor. The steak is another highlight. The tuna and berries dish left more questions than answers. The presentations were stunning, I just wish that the staff was able to explain more about each dish and how we're supposed to eat some of them. Like we get handed crackers but had no idea what they were supposed to do with and were left to figure it out even after asking. Their fresh bread to start is delicious too! Overall we had a great experience, the food was delish! I would just make a recommendation to explain how some of the fusion dishes are meant to be eaten.

    Charlie B.

    I love that there is a beautiful new restaurant in Waukegan. I appreciate this opportunity to try creative takes on Mexican food in my hometown. That being said most of the food was delicious but there were a few things that missed the mark for me. I asked my server what type of bread we had at the table and she was unsure which just left me wondering why such bread was even at a Mexican restaurant. The guacamole pork belly was delicious and a great start to our meal and had me wanting more along with corn ribs that hit my need for corn elote. The tacos I ate also hit the spot I shared the surf & turf. We also ate pulpo con birria tacos that my taste buds loved me for the great flavors. After all this is a beautiful restaurant had a great base to start from but it doesn't have an identity for the food and it i shows on the menu. Still excited to come back and try more items on the menu.

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    Bernadette C.

    When we first walked in, I thought that the decor was gorgeous from the murals to the furniture. New restaurant that had been open for about 4 months. I thought that most of the food that we had ordered was really great. The menu is a little hard to read though. I think they could redesign it to where it's not so big (physically - large margins) and bolder/lighter text that's on a dark background. I also think the tacos should be on the main menu as well since they're currently only offered for happy hour (but is also offered all day). My table had ordered the corn ribs & pork belly guacamole to start. The corn ribs had a good spice kick, but still delicious with the cheese and everything. Loved the pork belly guacamole, just wish there was a little bit more guac. However it was served with a hefty amount of pork belly. For entrees to share, we got two orders of tacos, the birria octopus tacos and surf @ turf tacos. The birria kind of overpowered the octopus and couldn't taste it much, but both proteins were super tender. Surf and tacos were just as delicious, and both sets of tacos were pretty filled up. We also got the Arrachera and the tuna tartare. I thought the crispy potatoes could a little bit more seasoning, but the steak was cooked really well. I don't think the plate needed two different purées though either. The tuna tartare had a really cool presentation, however I think there were just too many flavors trying to clash together. The service could definitely use some work/fine tuning. Our server, though friendly, unfortunately switched my drink with my friend's drink. She also didn't know what kind of bread was served, which was interesting. They do leave bottles of sparkling and still water on the table if you're wanting to drink/pay for those. I wish she'd offer tap water or asked us what we would prefer to drink. Since that can be confusing on whether or not you have to pay for those bottles of water. One last reason on why I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 - I don't appreciate them trying to fit a part of 4 at a table that's really only meant for like 2 people. With all of the food coming, the table just wasn't big enough and we had to try and get rid of plates to make room for more. Especially since it was a Monday night and on the slow side, they definitely had the room to push two tables together for us.

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    Jesse T.

    La Chuparosa is fantastic! We went here for one drink and ended up having several, along with appetizers and dinner. The ambiance is everything I want in a place once you're inside you are transported into a fantastic spot and you completely forget the fact that it is inside a strip mall. The staff were so attentive, they even brought shots for the table which was entirely unexpected. Honestly, from the moment we walked in, the entire experience from start to finish was unexpected. Elevated, amazing. I previously disputed the prices with a friend because I couldn't justify the cost with the location but they proved me wrong. While it is pricey here--very pricey--it was 100% worth the experience and I will absolutely return when I'm done washing all those dishes to pay the tab!

    Food Service and Ambiance was AWESOME!! The manager came around plenty of times to check on us. I can't wait to go back!!

    Bill

    The restaurant decor ,was amazing and the customer service was excellent. La Toxica drink was amazing so flavorful and unique, definitely a must try. The drinks are definitely the strong point here. For food, we ordered the tinga taquitos, guacamole pork belly, risotto & pulpo a la Padilla, arrachera, aguachile chuparosa and surf & turf. While the presentation was nice, I found the flavors a little underwhelming. The guacamole had too much lime, and almost every dish seemed to come with red onions, which become a bit repetitive. I was especially disappointed with the arrachera I was expecting a richer bolder flavor. Overall, fantastic service and drinks but the food didn't live up to the same level. With some adjustments to seasoning and flavor balance, this place could really shine.

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    Excellent food, decor, music and staff. It's a real good time. I had the skirt steak with chimichurri and would come back for more.

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    Stopped here for brunch today. Food was excellent!! I really like the vibe of the space and the decor.

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    Excellent food, amazingly fun atmosphere! Will be back. Tue staff is so fun and professional.

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    Great food and ambiance ! Yesenia was excellent! We thanked her for recommending the tomahawk and drinks

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