One of my favorite Mexican places - the plates are pretty big and only like $5-6. We usually get a couple and share them. The only downside is that you have to sit in the food court of the mall.
(5)
Marti R.
Very good burrito and LARGE considering it's in a mall good court. I had the sweet tamale which wasn't bad but considering it was coconut it lacked in flavor. The workers prep the food right in front of you and they aren't stingy with the portions! Looks very clean too.
(4)
Betty H.
First time I ordered the steak burrito, the best I ever had. A couple months later, not so good. Will I try them again?
(3)
Livvy O.
OMG I've found the best tacos ever thanks to my co-worker's!! This is located in the North Riverside mall (diamond in the rough). They have other locations, but this is the closest to me. Literally, at lunch time and any other time - this line is packed while all other stores are crickets. These tacos are huge, really you can get two tacos and be full. They do no skimp on the meat. They sometimes give you two large steak or chicken strips. Most times, I end up taking that extra piece of steak home to my dog. I just can't finish it all. Unlike other places that cut the meat up, I like that they give you the whole strip. I've had the steak, grilled chicken (which is my fav), and their chile relleno taco which is massive! I tried some of the Pork taco and that was amazing as well. Also, instead of the traditional onions and cilantro they put cabbage on top. I'm not big on cabbage so I pass on that, but the rice and pinto beans they put in the taco make up for that along with salsa. Prices are pretty high, but well worth it for the portions they give you and the quality of the meats. One day I would like to go to one of their actual restaurants.
(5)
Joshua N.
This hole in the wall is a hidden gem! Not only is it the best food you'll ever get at a crummy mall food court, but it's also an incredible value. HUGE tacos overflowing with meat for just a few bucks. Burritos so large they exert their own gravitational pull. And some fun Mexican side dishes that you wont find at just any taco place. Try the tangy cabbage. If you and that special someone need a night out, but you are flat broke, this is the place for you. Grab whatever change fell into the sofa in your mom's basement, sit at a plastic table in the North Riverside food court, and enjoy life.
(4)
Saul M.
Today I came to order mexican food and when I ordered (in Spanish) the lady at the register completely ruined my order. So politely told the lady that I did not order what they gave me... so the lady kept insisting that ib did order what I was given... i even explained to her that what she gave me did not make sence... so the manager with the green shirt came up and told me that if i wanted my order fixed I would have to pay for the new order. This place has no costumer service and does not care about its costumer!!!!! And to top it off the ladys behind the kitchen were not wearing sanitary equipment to cook. The only reason why I had to eat here is Because they wouldn't give our money back.
(1)
Paul N.
Thursday I was Christmas shopping and went to food court for lunch,first time customer there,food was fantastic,you must try the cabbage.I will be coming back once a week for now on.
(5)
Jean S.
Who would've thunk one of the best Mexican restaurants in the area is in a shopping mall. I love the chicken plate. Grilled chicken breast, sliced thin, served with rice, beans, corn or flour tortillas and an amazing cabbage slaw. Service is efficient, maybe even a little on the crisp side. They will charge you for an extra little container of salsa. They get busy and don't have time for nonsense so know what you want and don't hold up the line.
(5)
Tay H.
Ok, hit a new low - me, not them. I have become so addicted to this place that not only do I go there when I am not shopping (it's in the mall food court), but I ordered to-go and then shoveled the food into my mouth in my car parked in the parking lot of a Home Depot (my next errand location). Wow, I can't believe I just admitted that on the internet, I sound like a junkie. But yeah, it's that good.
(5)
Olivia M.
I did some last minute Christmas shopping at the dump that is known as North Riverside Mall and was torn as to where to eat. So many mediocre places like McDonalds, Taco Bell, Sbarro, Subway, and then this place. I was hesitant, but gave it a try and for $6 my boyfriend and I got enough food to split and feel satiated. We got grilled chicken, peppered lettuce, rice, and beans - and everything was really tasty. I feel like a dweeb saying this, but it's totally a "hidden gem" and I will definitely be back!
(5)
KATIE L.
Tamales! Tamales! Tamales! Tamales! The best ever and I don't bite my tongue, but I do lick my lip. Let your taste buds do the talking. When it comes to tamales you name it They got it, from sweet to hot. On the go or you can sit in and eat located inside the Food Court N North Riverside Mall. Just discoverd these awesome tamales, where have they been all of my love to eat life? Buy a dozen and enjoy them all. I am what I eat. Treat your stomach to something good. K. Lowe
(4)
Gretchen S.
I was so ready to write a good review for this place. I really enjoyed the tamale plate I had. I love Mexican food; it's my favorite. However, after a while I got extremely bad food poisoning and sincerely regretted going there. It's a shame, cuz the food tasted so good, but it was my first experience going here while I was at North Riverside Mall, and it just did me in really badly later that night. I'm not entirely sure what got me sick. It could have been the fact that some of their items like the rice and beans have been sitting for a while under hot lamps. I don't know for sure. Needless to say, I won't be coming back anytime soon.
(1)
Mike Y.
For a Mexican place inside of the food court of a mall (North Riverside Mall), this place is a hidden gem. The food is pretty authentic and the prices are awesome! Only downside is that you're in a mall, sitting in a group seating area. I ended up getting a chicken entree in tomato sauce and a horchata. The meal came with beans, rice, lettuce, salsa, and four tortillas - all for $5.25! The chicken was falling off the bone tender and the tomato sauce was delicious. In fact everything about the meal was delicious. Unbelievably good food to be found, in all places, inside of a mall! The horchata was decent as well but I can't rave about it like the rest of the meal. I really wanted to try a homemade tamale but after eating the entree, I was stuffed. Next time!
(5)
faith b.
I love me some tamales! This place has really good tamales. I feel funny reviewing a food place thats located inside of a mall... and not one of the prettiest malls, but dammit... these tamales are so good! They are also cheaper and better than Tamale Hut Cafe which is just down the street. disclaimer- no one speaks english. no one smiles.. and like i said, not the best looking place... but whatever.. I don't come here for the ambiance or customer service. mmmm Tamales!
(5)
Sashja P.
Addicted to the chicken taco's!!!
(5)
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Address :7501 W Cermak Rd,Ste J2
North Riverside, IL, 60546
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : No
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
Jacqueline S.
One of my favorite Mexican places - the plates are pretty big and only like $5-6. We usually get a couple and share them. The only downside is that you have to sit in the food court of the mall.
(5)Marti R.
Very good burrito and LARGE considering it's in a mall good court. I had the sweet tamale which wasn't bad but considering it was coconut it lacked in flavor. The workers prep the food right in front of you and they aren't stingy with the portions! Looks very clean too.
(4)Betty H.
First time I ordered the steak burrito, the best I ever had. A couple months later, not so good. Will I try them again?
(3)Livvy O.
OMG I've found the best tacos ever thanks to my co-worker's!! This is located in the North Riverside mall (diamond in the rough). They have other locations, but this is the closest to me. Literally, at lunch time and any other time - this line is packed while all other stores are crickets. These tacos are huge, really you can get two tacos and be full. They do no skimp on the meat. They sometimes give you two large steak or chicken strips. Most times, I end up taking that extra piece of steak home to my dog. I just can't finish it all. Unlike other places that cut the meat up, I like that they give you the whole strip. I've had the steak, grilled chicken (which is my fav), and their chile relleno taco which is massive! I tried some of the Pork taco and that was amazing as well. Also, instead of the traditional onions and cilantro they put cabbage on top. I'm not big on cabbage so I pass on that, but the rice and pinto beans they put in the taco make up for that along with salsa. Prices are pretty high, but well worth it for the portions they give you and the quality of the meats. One day I would like to go to one of their actual restaurants.
(5)Joshua N.
This hole in the wall is a hidden gem! Not only is it the best food you'll ever get at a crummy mall food court, but it's also an incredible value. HUGE tacos overflowing with meat for just a few bucks. Burritos so large they exert their own gravitational pull. And some fun Mexican side dishes that you wont find at just any taco place. Try the tangy cabbage. If you and that special someone need a night out, but you are flat broke, this is the place for you. Grab whatever change fell into the sofa in your mom's basement, sit at a plastic table in the North Riverside food court, and enjoy life.
(4)Saul M.
Today I came to order mexican food and when I ordered (in Spanish) the lady at the register completely ruined my order. So politely told the lady that I did not order what they gave me... so the lady kept insisting that ib did order what I was given... i even explained to her that what she gave me did not make sence... so the manager with the green shirt came up and told me that if i wanted my order fixed I would have to pay for the new order. This place has no costumer service and does not care about its costumer!!!!! And to top it off the ladys behind the kitchen were not wearing sanitary equipment to cook. The only reason why I had to eat here is Because they wouldn't give our money back.
(1)Paul N.
Thursday I was Christmas shopping and went to food court for lunch,first time customer there,food was fantastic,you must try the cabbage.I will be coming back once a week for now on.
(5)Jean S.
Who would've thunk one of the best Mexican restaurants in the area is in a shopping mall. I love the chicken plate. Grilled chicken breast, sliced thin, served with rice, beans, corn or flour tortillas and an amazing cabbage slaw. Service is efficient, maybe even a little on the crisp side. They will charge you for an extra little container of salsa. They get busy and don't have time for nonsense so know what you want and don't hold up the line.
(5)Tay H.
Ok, hit a new low - me, not them. I have become so addicted to this place that not only do I go there when I am not shopping (it's in the mall food court), but I ordered to-go and then shoveled the food into my mouth in my car parked in the parking lot of a Home Depot (my next errand location). Wow, I can't believe I just admitted that on the internet, I sound like a junkie. But yeah, it's that good.
(5)Olivia M.
I did some last minute Christmas shopping at the dump that is known as North Riverside Mall and was torn as to where to eat. So many mediocre places like McDonalds, Taco Bell, Sbarro, Subway, and then this place. I was hesitant, but gave it a try and for $6 my boyfriend and I got enough food to split and feel satiated. We got grilled chicken, peppered lettuce, rice, and beans - and everything was really tasty. I feel like a dweeb saying this, but it's totally a "hidden gem" and I will definitely be back!
(5)KATIE L.
Tamales! Tamales! Tamales! Tamales! The best ever and I don't bite my tongue, but I do lick my lip. Let your taste buds do the talking. When it comes to tamales you name it They got it, from sweet to hot. On the go or you can sit in and eat located inside the Food Court N North Riverside Mall. Just discoverd these awesome tamales, where have they been all of my love to eat life? Buy a dozen and enjoy them all. I am what I eat. Treat your stomach to something good. K. Lowe
(4)Gretchen S.
I was so ready to write a good review for this place. I really enjoyed the tamale plate I had. I love Mexican food; it's my favorite. However, after a while I got extremely bad food poisoning and sincerely regretted going there. It's a shame, cuz the food tasted so good, but it was my first experience going here while I was at North Riverside Mall, and it just did me in really badly later that night. I'm not entirely sure what got me sick. It could have been the fact that some of their items like the rice and beans have been sitting for a while under hot lamps. I don't know for sure. Needless to say, I won't be coming back anytime soon.
(1)Mike Y.
For a Mexican place inside of the food court of a mall (North Riverside Mall), this place is a hidden gem. The food is pretty authentic and the prices are awesome! Only downside is that you're in a mall, sitting in a group seating area. I ended up getting a chicken entree in tomato sauce and a horchata. The meal came with beans, rice, lettuce, salsa, and four tortillas - all for $5.25! The chicken was falling off the bone tender and the tomato sauce was delicious. In fact everything about the meal was delicious. Unbelievably good food to be found, in all places, inside of a mall! The horchata was decent as well but I can't rave about it like the rest of the meal. I really wanted to try a homemade tamale but after eating the entree, I was stuffed. Next time!
(5)faith b.
I love me some tamales! This place has really good tamales. I feel funny reviewing a food place thats located inside of a mall... and not one of the prettiest malls, but dammit... these tamales are so good! They are also cheaper and better than Tamale Hut Cafe which is just down the street. disclaimer- no one speaks english. no one smiles.. and like i said, not the best looking place... but whatever.. I don't come here for the ambiance or customer service. mmmm Tamales!
(5)Sashja P.
Addicted to the chicken taco's!!!
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