This is my all time favorite Mexican restaurant of all time ever (I have been to a ton I can assure…read moreyou it is like my tummy just wants delicious tacos all day every day). I lived in Murphysboro for 4.5 years and went here no less than once a week. One year I gave Sergios up for lent which was damn near impossible. The guys who work there became like my second family, celebrating birthdays, Christmases and of course Cinco De Mayo and the World Cup together. It really was like my second home/family and I miss it very dearly. To this day their chimichanga which is always perfectly crispy filled with this delicious pot roast style steak is the best that I have ever had. My only complaint the entire time I lived there was that they did not have mexican beers on draft but since it was in So. Ill that was not very surprising. I would not say Murphysborians were known for their tolerance of much diversity so Bud Light and Miller Light it was. Their queso is the best and I can say there is nothing better than sitting on their deck on a warm summer night with your friends and a big beer. Seriously heaven. Can you tell that I am missing it alot? No it is not authentic Mexican cuisine, it is very much Americanized to serve its core audience in the Boro (I can not tell you how many times I have witnessed people get chicken tenders there, for realz?). The margaritas are great, the servers and super friendly and wonderful, even though it is super tiny it always seems to expand to fit the large groups I would bring annually for my birthday parties complete with tequila shots, fried ice cream and sombreros. If you are looking for a fancy experience this is not it, just a wonderful hometown favorite. Miss it so very much.

Communication is easier with some servers. I try to spend more money but it's a struggle. I love…read morethe fish and shrimp tacos, the chips and salsa. They have wonderful ice cream and fruit desserts that I always buy. Don't forget the jumbo Margarita!!

I've been here many times and it's always so good! I love their street tacos and jamaica agua…read morefresca.

The food and service was really good. The server…read morerecommended the frozen mango margarita and it was tasty. They offer a number fruit options. My entree was good and it was so much meat. The shrimp was one of favs but all of it was flavorful. I would go back if I'm in Carbondale.

By far the cleanest Mexican restaurant I've been to in Carbondale. Margaritas for a dollar that are…read moreactually good. Very friendly service. This will be my go to Mexican restaurant from now on. I've been to all of them in town and this is the cleanest, friendliest, and best priced. Keep in mind this is typical tex-mex, americanized Mexican food. It gets a four instead of a five because in my opinion a five is reserved for legendary destinations.

Too many people would go as short as to label this a "hidden gem", but instead it's more of a…read moresecret cove of treasures. Tucked away off of Old Route 13, Midland Inn is perhaps on of the best places to place an order for a jumbo margarita and enjoy a country feeling with a plethora of friendly locals. Waitstaff will always share a genuine smile that provides a relaxing mood for enjoying one of the best BBQ places in the area. It's worthy to note: if you're looking for fall off the bone ribs, that yield notes of tender-loving care, then this is the place. Although the prices are low, they are in no way indicative of the portion sizes nor quality. Either inside or outside, both are great environments to meet up with friends and enjoy the hospitality that Southern Illinois has to offer. Personal favorite aside from the ribs and a fair-priced old fashioned is their pulled pork sandwich with a side of baked beans and fries. Sweet and savory only to be washed down with a great cocktail. Worth every minute and penny.

Food Very good and varied food. Interesting specials. Not…read moreyour average bar food. My favorite is the catfish dinner and catfish sandwich. I enjoy their side by side two flavor frozen margaritas or daiquiris. Service I typically sit at the bar or get takeout called in over the phone. Good service and they get my to go orders correct. Ambience Bar away from downtown with a mix of patrons of various ages.

An unassuming little eatery at the back of a Mexican grocery store. Dona Camila means showings of…read morerespect to the owner Camila. She took care of the entire store and restaurant all by herself. The restaurant is very tiny, but the food is delish. The restaurant was empty when I arrived at 1pm. She put on the Mexican music when I arrive. Service is fast. The owner explained the menu and provided good recommendations. I tried 4 tacos of different meat: birria, lengua, steak and carnitas. All are served with onions and lime. I love birria and lengua the most, followed by carnitas. I picked an authentic Mexican soda from their fridge. I love all the drink options available.

Checked out this Mexican cafe and grocery store in Carbondale. Dona Camila looks like it wouldn't…read morebe a good place to eat to be honest. It looks like a simple family owned grocery store. However in the back there's a dining area. They make tacos and tortas. After looking around a bit we found where to order at. It's got a window in the back. There's a small menu of a few authentic Mexican items and the choices of protein. Mostly it's tacos of course. These are pretty easy to make. It's $4 each. Protein choices include beef, chicken, or get beans and vegetables. Got us a couple of tacos with the beans. These were topped with cilantro and onions. Small but full of flavor. The store has drinks such as Jarritos, and you can get big ass cans of beans so you can make tacos for later. Good place to get authentic Mexican food. It's located on West Jackson Street at Illinois Avenue in a building that looks unassuming from outside. There's taqueria is located in the back, and you order at the window.

Hole in the wall kind of place. Best Mexican food I've had in a long time! Every bite was packed…read morewith fresh, authentic flavor. We shared the fajitas, which were more than enough for two people, along with a huge burrito. Unlike many Mexican restaurants where every dish seems to taste the same with a different presentation, each item here had its own distinct, delicious flavor. The pitcher of margaritas was excellent, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with generous portions and outstanding hospitality, this place is absolutely worth a visit!

Food is so good here! Ive never dined into the restaurant but the inside looks very aesthetically…read morepleasing.

Atmosphere and friendliness abound!…read more While in town visiting, TRES HOMBRES was on my list, escorted by a newly found friend, we made our way to dance the night away while the Ventures rocked out to anything from 72' backward....can I say, what an evening! As the "new girl in town" I was blessed with the giant sombrero and danced my castanets off all night long....service good, music, excellent, friends...priceless...and to think I just got into town a few days before, as I've stated prior in my reviews, there are no strangers in Carbondale. To be honest, it was as if I had left my "vacation" and was actually "home." That's how the people I met and this flavor of Carbondale left it's taste in my mouth....absolutely Unbelievable and Memorable! No wonder I met so many people from the Chicago area, they all migrated to the happening spot of Carbondale. My thanks go out to all those that made my journey and adventure worthy of writing about. This has given me the "oomph" to start writing again and I thank you all. Just remember it's the "Angel from Montgomery" that's writing here, so keep a look out for more reviews to follow... Life is SHORT, stay Happy!

My partner and I did a little tour of Carbondale to relive our our college days and we were excited…read moreto go tres. We were shocked when we looked at the menu and there was just fajitas and nacho chips with cheese dip and guacamole, but we're told this place is no longer a Mexican restaurant.. I don't know what to say about that considering the history, the name, and now it's a sports bar? I don't know. I think they're having an identity crisis. We're really sad and ended up going to quatras for pizza to at least get a little bit of food and added nostalgia.

The food is awesome and the ambiance is even better. Excellent and attentive staff and fun…read morecommunity vibe.

For sure this is one of the legendary places in Carbondale. It has been a long time favorite for…read morecheap drinks, food, and music. PK's is popular with both locals and students. A surprisingly good amount of stuff on the menu including plant based. This place may be a dive, but it's better than it looks. A lot of history in this bar. It's known for the cheap ass happy hours. There's also the cheap ass weekly specials. Be sure to check out the list in the bathroom. It's $2 for whiskey on Wednesdays. Among the many cheap drinks. Burgers are most popular among the food options. The food menu also has a lot for vegans. It's $6 for the Impossible Chicken. This comes on a bun topped with lettuce, onions, and pickles. Has to be one of the places you go to when visiting this college town to check out the local flavor. It's on Illinois Avenue at Walnut Street. There's lots to get for meat eaters such as burgers, and there's also healthier options, including many things for vegans and vegetarians.