I ordered the menudo. The soup itself was good and the meat was soft and tender. However, I would…read morerecommend removing some of the excess oil floating on top. It might also improve the flavor if the meat is boiled together with the stock, as the meat tasted like it was cooked separately and came across a bit bland. That said, the broth alone was delicious and had great flavor. The nachos and the dip were both very good and enjoyable. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and very helpful, which made the overall dining experience pleasant.

Basic looking strip plaza Mexican restaurant in Grayslake. El Azteca is better than it looks…read morethankfully, as in the food is what to pay attention to and not the lame location. It's a ways from the downtown area with all the cool restaurants, but that doesn't mean it should be neglected though. For sure it's not fancy, but the food is affordable. There's authentic stuff, as well as things palatable for bland preferences. After taking a long stroll from the downtown area, we finally ended up here. It looks like a pretty typical cheap looking strip mall Mexican restaurant. The drinks and food are better than the looks of the place though. Got some of the Jamaica. It's about $3 for a serving. This is agua fresca made with hibiscus flowers, giving it a purplish color as well as a sweet floral taste. As for the food, we each got a Veggie Burrito. It's about $7 each. These came with beans, cheese and cream, which I left off, lettuce, rice, tomatoes, and other vegetables. Maybe these weren't that big, but these also weren't small either. These were loaded and filling. Has plenty of authentic options if looking for anything. It's also friendly enough to American tastes. There's meaty proteins as well as items for vegetarians.

The salsas! My goodness, I could drink it. But let's start with the food, full of flavor and not…read moredry. I often get the tacos either carnitas or steak because they always hit the spot. Esp with the salsa verde, but the flautas are incredible as well. They don't skimp on the filling, and they always come out crunchy and fresh. We often order the food for take out because with a little it's just more convenient. Even when we take it home, the food is still fresh and piping hot. For the tacos, they put the limes, onions and cilantro on the side. Sometimes they skimp on toppings at restaurants, but they definitely don't here. Be sure to try the avocado creama and the salsa verde!

Don't let the outside of the building fool you. The inside is nice and refreshed, very clean. The…read moreportion sizes were huge. Prices reasonable. $9.50 for a margarita the size of my head! The only drawback was service. There was only one server for the whole dining room. He did his best. They also serve breakfast.

Los Tres Lagos -- An Absolute Mexican Food Gem!…read more WOW. We just discovered Los Tres Lagos, and I can honestly say this was one of the best Mexican meals we've had in a long time! Everything about our experience was absolutely fantastic--from the food to the service to the warm, welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant is under new ownership, and we had the pleasure of meeting Jordan, the owner. You can tell right away that there is genuine pride and passion behind what they're bringing to the table. Our server, also named Jordan, was absolutely phenomenal. Friendly, attentive, personable, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. Top-notch service from start to finish! And the FOOD... We had the chile rellenos, quesadilla, beans, rice, chips and salsa, and guacamole, and every single thing was fresh, flavorful, beautifully prepared, and seasoned perfectly. The chile rellenos were incredible, and everything tasted like authentic Mexican cooking, this is the real deal! The chips and salsa were fresh, the guacamole was delicious, and every bite of our meal was packed with flavor. You can absolutely taste the quality and care that goes into the food. They also offer daily lunch specials and combination platters, so there are plenty of options whether you're stopping in for lunch or sitting down for a full meal. If you haven't tried Los Tres Lagos yet, GO. Give this new ownership a chance to show you what they're doing because they are off to an amazing start. We walked in as first-time customers and walked out already knowing we'll be back. Authentic food. Fresh ingredients. Incredible flavor. Fantastic service. Wonderful ownership. Easily a 5-star experience! Los Tres Lagos is officially on our list of places we can't wait to go back to!

Food is delicious. I was craving for Mexican food and there…read moreI found it. On my way to work & a guy answered, I think it's the owner. He was kind & tooked my order that time I got to the spot I was ready to eat. That helps my 10 mins lol. Ambiance is clean & nice. Highly recommended. And the BEST taco. Seasoning is wow!!!! Thank you so much. I shall be back.

I had a mango habanero Margarita which was fantastic. If you like spicy I recommend definitely…read moretrying that out. It paired wonderfully with chips and salsa. The bartender was very accommodating and had great recommendations. She knew what she was talking about creating a wonderful experience for my wife and I. This place would be a fun place to bring friends and family to hang out.

Visited this place with my husband on a whim. We weren't too hungry, but we each ordered a steak…read moretacos to try. We each also had a margarita. While waiting a long time for the two tacos to be made, we were given a complimentary basket of chips and salsa. I thought the chips tasted great, but something in the salsa was over-powering. The steak tacos arrived at our table with a side of beans and rice. The tacos and beans were bland, and the rice was mushy. Margaritas were average. Service: Okay. The restaurant had few people visiting when we dined in so we were seated promptly. A guy would often come around and ask if everything was okay. I did think the wait for just two tacos was a bit long. Value: * Food & Drinks: Approx $20 - $35 per person *Cocktails range between $11-15 per drink. Ambiance: Interior of restaurant is very colorful. Flat screen tvs in some areas. Music may be playing. Location: Inside the Gurnee Mills mall; 6170 W Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031

Wow! What a pleasant surprise last night when we tried Lomeli's Rosticeria. It was delicious,…read morescratch fresh made Mexican food with very reasonable prices. Fresh chips and salsa were brought out as we were seated. Then we were surprised to be served a complimentary macaroni and chicken soup that is served to all diners. The soup was very flavorful with just a hint of spice. For entrees we enjoyed the succulent roasted chicken which had a yummy seasoning and was perfectly roasted. Portions are gigantic! The tortillas they served with it tasted like homemade fluffy clouds. I also enjoyed the grilled knob onions and roasted jalapeños that accompanied the chicken. My companion had the chicken enchiladas with salsa verde. Equally delicious. The green sauce served with the enchiladas was excellent. The service was very attentive and gave us several drink refills. We will definitely be back again soon for another dinner!

All the food is absolutely delicious and extremely authentic. The atmosphere is very Mexicoesque.read more

Stopped by randomly while driving past (thanks to the great Yelp reviews). Had the potatoes…read moreflautas, husband and son got fish tacos. My husband said the flavor was great. Authentic and home cooked. Rice and beans were really good (at some places, they don't taste so fresh). We drove home before we ate and it was still tasty!

I came for lunch with my daughter, it was mid afternoon. I saw a man behind the counter who came…read moreout to greet us, and I asked him,"Are you Julio?" he said yes, so I told him about his good reviews on Yelp. This was on a day with single digit temps so we were the only customers. The decor of the place was bright, cheerful and inviting. There were maybe 20-25 tables and a small bar in the back. They were located right on the main shopping area in Round Lake Park. My daughter ordered a fancy strawberry margarita which came piled high with pink Strawberry frozen mush in a salted frosted glass . She said it was delicious. We both ordered taco dinners with a variety of meats and shrimp tacos and they came with beans and rice, everything delicious and done perfectly. Julio checked with us if we wanted cilantro in our tacos and we both said yes. The tortillas were double, soft and made just right as were the ingredients. We sat for a long time eating and visiting, and had a lovely time. Couldn't have been better! The bill was about $40 before the tip. We'll be back. This place was only a mile or so from where I live so it is very convenient and easy to find with their bright yellow storefront. We were able to park right in front of the door.

There wasn't enough lettuce or tomatoes in the taco salad. It turned out to be okay, it just needed…read moreto be tossed inside the shell before moving on. Our drink refills arrived without asking, you don't see that much anymore! Quesadillas platter was better than expected with the BBQ pork and rice on the side! I would recommend trying the Quesadillas here! They got us a soda to go for my wife's beverage. They weren't busy at the time of our visit. The waitress was timely in her visits to the table and friendly! For dessert, the churro was good, but might have been done too quickly and had a soggy center. The room was filled with music and twinkling lights which made for a great ambiance!

An improvement would be closing. The food is sub par and is…read morein no way authentic Mexican food. Not mentioning the prices they charge, outrageous for the petty amount you get let alone the quality. Service is terrible. The girl at the counter ( I hesitate to say hostess ) could care less that you ordered over the phone or came in to dine. The building itself is one f the stupidest decors I've seen. I think they bought out several bundles of siding left over from Previous jobs. Black white and grey mixed up in no order. I tried them several times and each time was a huge disappointment. I really don't understand the reviews. Must be from friends family and or employees.

Casa Jalisco is one to not skip in Round Lake. It's a nice change of pace from the usual in the…read morearea and in some ways reminds me of Mexican food in Cali. The inside has a very clean, modern aesthetic with a full-bar and TVS to catch the game. I really love that they do complimentary chicharrones and salsa instead of the usual chips and salsa. It's just different and fun. They have queso fundido on the menu too which is always a must for me. And always with corn tortillas. The taquitos (aka flautas) and delicious, perfectly fried and on a bed of guac. Service wise, they always do a great job of checking in without being overbearing. They're always friendly and quick regardless of how busy it gets. I still need to try their cocktails. I saw a table with frozen margaritas and those looked like perfection. Definitely give them a try if you're ready to build your Mexican food palette.

Delicious authentic food! Our waitress was kind and service was quick. We did come late in the…read moreevening and there were a couple tables and people at the bar. Can't wait to come again and try a new dish!