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    Taqueria Arandas

    4.0 (73 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Divey
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Some chips and salsa to start with.
    Anthony M.

    IT'S BURRTO TIME We had an hour to kill and stumbled upon this cute little Mexican restaurant. It was incredibly cute and the staff was super nice. There was one waitress who also ran the cash register and two cook's on the grill. Our food was made fast and arrived to our table super fresh. While we were waiting for our food the waitress brought over a basket of chips with salsa and two sauces. The red chunky salsa was just fantastic. I wish I knew how to make salsa just like this. I try and try but I don't know the authentic secrets. I asked our waitress if she knew the recipe and she said they haven't even shared it with her. One day I'll unlock the culinary secrets of authentic Mexican salsa. We ordered a couple of chicken burritos with rice and beans. Our waitress was super smart. When she brought out our food she also brought an extra plate. That really impressed me because there were three of us and I usually have to ask for the extra plate. I love it when someone just reads the situation and solves the problem. This type of service makes me happy. The burritos are made with shredded chicken which is my favorite. I hate when it is grilled chicken chunks that are dried out. The shredded chicken has more flavor and is always more juicy in my opinion. The burritos also come with beans, cheese, tomatoes, onions and lettuce inside. Avocado and cream are an extra charges. The chicken burrito was just perfection. I must be honest and say the burrito was really clean too. My wife likes her burritos a little more greasy spoon. I understand that because I've been there. I relished in the fact that just maybe this chicken burrito was super healthy for me. Please don't burst my bubble!!! The green sauce was my favorite and the rest of my family loved the red sauce. It had a little too much chipotle spice in it for me to enjoy. There was a lot of carry out happening. We dined at lunch time and the tables never really filled up. I'm not sure if this a Covid thing or a Monday thing. The way people go out for food has really changed in the last year. I'd highly recommend this place, if you find yourself in the area. Dine in was great and the service was fantastic. The food was also really good. We must be honest. It's all about the food at the end of the day!

    Fernando S.

    Can I give this a negative rating? I have no words other than this place is gross. DO NOT EAT HERE!!!! Lady at the counter is rude, guy on the grill doesn't care and the food turned out to be gross. Took one bite of my asada burrito and hated it. What a waste of money. If you still chose to go you were warned. I've lived in Chicago most of my life and after being abroad for the last 22yrs I came to visit my sister. I should had driven the 40 minutes down to Chicago in Chicago traffic. In short, I would drive in Chicago traffic for a good burrito than take another bite of this garbage.

    Carne asada burrito dinner
    Lexi L.

    This is my favorite place for real Mexican food. The prices are amazing as well as the quality and quantity of the food you get. This is just a little hole in the wall type place but the food sure makes up for the boring interior. This is the only Mexican place my abuela doesn't complain about not meeting her standards. Carne asada burrito with a horchata is my go to.

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    Best food, best service, excellent! Have been going there for 15 years, Try the Arandas's bowl!

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    1 year ago

    Massive portion sizes and the food was incredible and staff was nice. Highly recommend this place

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    Food is always great and big portions. Always great service. Highly recommend the burritos!

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    Great Mexican food for a competitive price in todays world. Everything fresh tasting and authentic.

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    Mole enchiladas are delicious. Chile rellenos is also delicious. The service is always great. Very friendly

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    OMG the best chips n salsa around. Love this lil taco spot on Oakton. Great prices & authentic Mexican food.

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    Fast cheap and delicious! Staff friendly I have been coming here for a long time food is awesome as always

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