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Name: Cesars Killermargaritas
Address: 2924 N Broadway, Chicago, IL, 60657
Telephone: (773) 296-9097
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 2.87

Cesars Killermargaritas

2924 N Broadway, Chicago, IL, 60657

(773) 296-9097
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Cesars Killermargaritas Menu

Starters

Quesadilla Basket

Nachos

Tortipizza

Super Nachos

Queso Fundido

Extra Chips & Salsa

Fresh Guacamole & Chips
Homemade Soups

Sopa De Fideo

Sopa Azteca
Sides

Rice

Beans

Mole Sauce

Extra Salsa

Rice & Beans

Sour Cream

Avocado

Chipotle Sauce
House Specialties

Cesar's Taco Dinner

Cesar's Torta

Burrito

Super Buttito

Mini Burrito

Homemade Tamales Suizos

Tostadas
Entrees

Carne Asada

Enchiladas Enmole Poblano

Mexican Enchiladas

Pechuga Suiza

Chile Relleno Dinner

Enchiladas Suizas

Pollo Azteca

Fajitas

Flautas

Costillas En Salsa Verde
Light Side

Fish Tacos

Veggie Fajitas

Chicken Salad

Mini Wraps

Cesars Wrap

Chicken “a La Lulu”

Spinach Enchiladas

Spinach Quesadillas

Sandy’s Mixed Green Salad

Bare-it-all-rito

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Starters

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Homemade Soups

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Sides

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House Specialties

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Entrees

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Costillas En Salsa Verde [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Light Side

Fish Tacos [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Veggie Fajitas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Cesars Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken “a La Lulu” [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spinach Enchiladas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Sandy’s Mixed Green Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bare-it-all-rito [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Adriane P.

To me Mexican food is more than food, but a way of life. It responds to the whispers of my heart and rubblings of my belly. So this review is hard for me. The last several visits the service has really declined and there's a lot of mistakes with drinks and food. When you have a request or point out a mistake the servers stare off into space and mumble like my little sister did when she'd talk to her imaginary friend Widget the World Watcher. The last visit my date's fajitas were in a cold skillet in a sea of grease! It resembled a diorama of the BP oil disaster. I took a bite and it was so tough and chewy I'm not sure what "steak" it was, I wanted to laugh at his misfortune! Anyhow, I appreciated the joke.
(2)
Natalie A.

Cesars is seriously amazing! I wasn't really impressed by the food...Maybe my taste buds are just used to authentic Mexican food...But hey I wouldn't compare Cesars to a Taco Bell either!! My girlfriend and I both ordered the enchiladas suizas only mine were steak and hers chicken...It was o k ...nothing really wowed me as I was expecting.... I came to Cesars for the first time a few weeks ago with a groupon I had purchased:$15.00 for $40.00 worth of food..NOT BAD! Between ordering your margarita "on the rocks" or frozen...I would def. suggest frozen but watch out for the brainfreeze that may come your way, haha! Our waiter was friendly, attentive and funny! I can honestly say I will be back for more margaritas in the Spring/Summer! Why 5 stars is the food was just OK? The stars def. go to the margaritas!
(5)
Jeffrey Z.

Great salsa, good margaritas, mediocre food.
(3)
Cam L.

The Killer Margaritas are a great deal... really strong and they have a bunch of flavors to experiment with. The food wasn't great but got the job done... Give it a shot simply for the Margaritas and the Chips & Salsa!
(3)
Christina G.

I met the husband here after work last night for dinner. I had high hopes because a friend of mine really loves this place, which is why I bought the groupon. We walked in and there was no wait. Nice. We get to the table and we sit. And sit. And sit. It took a little while for someone to come over. The woman at the table next to us had the same thing happen and actually got up to try to track down their waiter. A waitress finally came over and took our drink and dinner order. I had the super burrito and hubby had the enchiladas suizas. We each ordered a margarita - I ordered tamarind, he had lime. The margaritas were just OK, but I've certainly had better. The alcohol content is in the middle range, but I would have liked a bit more tequila in mine. As for the food, unremarkable is the word that comes to mind. There was plenty of cheese and sauce, but the meat wasn't seasoned very well, so there wasn't much kick. We probably won't be back and we were very glad we had the groupon to offset the cost of a mediocre meal.
(3)
Simone T.

A great place either to start or end an outing. Huge, substantial frozen margaritas (we had the guava and pomegranate/passion fruit frozen margaritas after dinner at Crisp, just a few doors down). Can't speak for their food, as we were just drinking - but we left happy & cheerfully buzzed!
(4)
Meredith R.

Both locations always seem busy, and that's because Cesars provides a nice atmosphere (I especially love the outdoor deck seating at the Broadway location!), good food, and strong, delicious margaritas. This place truly is not joking about having "Killer Margaritas!" - but they'll kill you SO good! On my very first visit to Cesars, I went with two friends who were visiting from out of town. Cesar was walking around, and we got to talking with him for a bit. He ended up giving each of us three painted wooden turtles, saying that in Mexico, they meant good luck. After that, we were hooked. One of those friends lives in Paris now, and on his yearly visits, it's a MUST that we visit Cesars for fajitas and margs!
(4)
Gina D.

Overpriced for underpar food and drinks. $10 for a "killer margarita", are you joking?! that thing was tiny, there's definitely nothing remotely killer about it. Ordered the chicken "super nachos". Once again, nothing super about the nachos. There was 15, maybe 20, chips on the plate. Only good thing I can say about this place was they have good salsa. Other than that, I'd say skip it.
(2)
Ash M.

So, not only does this place have the bizarre policy of not allowing you to pay with a credit card on the patio (you must eat inside if you would like to pay with a CC), they also offer only an abbreviated menu on the patio and are completely unable to cope with any substitution requests. But all that aside, the pomegranate margaritas were so sweet they tasted like fruit punch- the boldest flavor in the pitcher was sugar and the drinks were weak. The food was okay, fajitas were a combo of minced chicken and steak smothered by mounds of peppers and onions, and served with a shot glass side of guac and some watered down sour cream. The tortillas are great, served warm and they were the best part of the meal. I wonder where they buy their tortillas, based on the rest of the meal I doubt they make them in house. Our server was great, however, so that is the reason this review is two stars instead of just one.
(2)
Dawn H.

Killer Frozen Margaritas? Check. Killer Guacamole? Check. Killer Quesadilla Basket? Check. Killer Churritos? Check. We also ordered the Enchiladas Suizas and Cesar's Torta. I am saddened to report that they were extremely bland. They needed some sort of a spicy kick to them. The service was average. They only refilled our water once. I hate that. Still on the search for my perfect Mexican grubhouse.....
(3)
Asper K.

We wanted to stay close to home, due to the 2 feet of snow that recently fell (aka snowpocalypse 2011). Cesar's is supposed to have decent mexican food. Plus (a big plus) the broadway location is really big so you can pretty much count on getting a table, even on sat nite. I had the torta. The bread was too soft. Not quite.. but still reminiscent of a hamburger bun. Overall the sandwich was bland There was one kind of salsa on the table. Soupy and very mild The lime served with my corona was totally dried out She had the tacos. I didn't try, but they looked very colorful. The walls are covered in lame mexican themed murals. Cheap dentist office style not diego rivera style The waiter was very nice and good Everything about this place reminds me of Denny's. Sometimes Denny's is the right call. So, whatever
(3)
Tina J.

My boyfriend and I love this place. We've been going for years now, and since it's a 15-minute walk from where we live, we end up going pretty regularly. We never pay full-price for food/drinks, which is nice, because there is always a Groupon or online deal, so make sure to check before you go! (Fair warning: Though the menus are the same at both locations coupons/Groupons only apply to the Broadway location - I found out the hard way that the Clark/Belmont location will NOT honor them.) The margaritas are HUGE and DELICIOUS and they come in every flavor (I've tried them all and would recommend everything except the tamarindo). Depending on who's pouring, they can be pretty strong! Me gusta mucho! My guy like the fish tacos, I'm all about the chicken flautas, and my brother always gets the super burrito, which winds up being about the size of your head! We never go home hungry, that's for sure. Sometimes we go with a group of friends after a show (walk-in table of 5-10 people) or just as a couple and are always seated within a couple of minutes. Service is fast, and leave a little to be desired in the "customer service" department, but when I'm a margarita deep, I never seem to mind. Really, doesn't affect the overall quality of my night, so why worry?
(4)
Amanda S.

Killer margs...or nah. It's dece: free chips, margaritas that satiate your alcoholic thirst, and sub-par faux Mexican delights. Do yourself a favor and pour some Mexican beer into your marg. Thank me later.
(3)
Asenath N.

I have given this place too many chances. The first time I came I made excuses for them. This time there is no excuse. I used a Groupon (thankfully). I love Mexican food. The food here just isn't good at all, very plain flavors. Mexican food is known to be flavorful, they need to revamp the recipes. The killer margaritas are nothing but sugar! The only killer thing about the margaritas is that it may give you diabetes. The margaritas are way over priced ($11 and up). I been disappointed each time I come. They always seem to be busy, and I think is just because of the Groupon. If you want to try it, get the Groupon to save money. 2 stars because Groupon saved me money.
(2)
Mad I.

Do NOT let the reviews scare you!!!! This place was GREAT! Awesome service, no issues with our Groupon, it was really tasty! I adored the free tomato soup that people bashed, made for an amazing dipper for my queso app of pully delicious heart attack inducing cheese served with warm tortillas! The n/a pina coloda (strawberry) I had was soo tasty too! Then, had the giant buritto and the fajitas, we had to roll outta there! Great deal and great food. The waitress was awesome and her 18% tip that was included was well deserved.
(5)
Temuulen T.

I really like the chip dippings taste. Whenever I try different Mexican restaurant, I miss their chips dippings taste. Also I live the margaritas, I wish they have little smaller than jumbo size. The jumbo size make me drunk and its too big for me. But every other places like that so no complain. I love the steaks from this place too. Friday and Saturdays are really busy.
(5)
Alisha H.

I went to this restaurant not sure of what to expect but Mexican cuisine and a killer margarita. Along with that, I got an excellent server, the drink was PERFECTLY potent, and the spinach quesadilla could not have been prepared better. I highly recommend! Such a good atmosphere.
(5)
Quanda A.

They are the worst day place for food don't eat and don't buy there groupons there is no place on there where it say if u buy drinks from the bar that u have to pay a 18% gratitude then it say on the groupon one coupon per table but not that u can't use it at the bar and not at the table. The managers are liars try and say it won't let u put another groupon in if u use one already NEVER BUY THERE GROUPONS GO TO THE ONE ON CLARK STREET MUCH BETTER AND BETTER SERVICE.
(1)
Corey S.

Mexican music over the loud speakers, not too loud just right. Downstairs could be used for 15 - 20 person private party. Burrito is regular size. Decent price for sit down Mexican place. Would go back, especially with a lively group.
(4)
Dominic R.

came here for my birthday dinner with the gf! they don't take reservations which is dumb, but luckily for a Saturday night we were able to be seated upstairs by the window to people watch! first off I will say we walk in and they claim it was "Cash only", something wrong with their systems. but they pointed to the "handy" ATM in the corner. not sure if that was a scam or not but we had to get cash first. chips n salsa were good, tacos were decent. margarita's were very tasty. now we were expecting the BIG monster size ones like the location on Clark street, but these were way smaller. still good but for the price..........my gf says the clark street location gives way bigger ones. we just felt cheated out on the size so we had to order several. again, dumb. why does one location have big ones and one doesn't? anyway good time, waitress was nice, the loud couple next to us needed a smack. not sure why she sat them RIGHT next to us when there were other tables available away from us. oh well, had a good time but I would rather go to the other location next time on Clark street.
(3)
Joly W.

This place is surprisingly busy. I came here with 2 others and was really surprised that we had to wait 45+ minutes on a Wednesday night. They ended up giving us a table for 2 and added a chair to try to best accomodate and speed things up. We were all starving by the time we got seated so it was really great to get chips & salsa & water right away. Man, those chips & salsa just kept coming; that part was awesome. They are on top of their salsa game. Since it was so busy it took a bit for our waitress to come back for our orders, but the margaritas were made super quick and the food came out quickly enough. The chips & salsa and the free tomato chicken noodle soup was distracting enough that it didn't matter how long the entrees took. We tried the $11 blood orange passionfruit pomegranate iced and then the guava one on the rocks. At first I really liked the iced one, but it got too sour pretty quickly. The guava on the rocks was actually really good when you drank it with the salt. The pork tamales (get it with the green sauce!) was pretty good and it came with standard beans & rice. The grilled fish taco w/ mango salsa was a bit plain; the fish didn't have a lot of flavor. Warning: they don't really allow substitutions for dinner meals and extra cilantro/onions is 50 cents. Also if you come with a groupon like we did they automatically charge 18% gratuity and will only let you split the bill on 2 cards. All in all it was a good deal if you have a Groupon and love margaritas. And free flowing chips & salsa~
(4)
Sabrina C.

Finally got a chance to try this Cesars location. The other one involved the security getting into an altercation with a guest from a group there that was extremely roudy and rambunctious! That's neither here nor there. Anywho! Good, cheap Mexican food. I had a chicken torta. Doesn't come with rice though, so be aware of that. Free salsa and chips until that ish is coming out of your ears and you are doing the merengue in the middle of the restaurant. I also had an 1800 flight: three different types of 1800. Quite delish. And me and my friends split a pitcher of blood orange pomegranate margarita. The pitcher ran us about $34. Eh..... we each got about 3 smedium sized glasses out of it. Good enough I guess. Great spot to go to if you're casually strolling the neighborhood or have a big group for a festive Mexican ambiance.
(3)
Rose A.

Nice resort music. Close your eyes and imagine the beach, ocean waves crashing & hot humid weather while siping on the Mega lime margarita...instant de-stressor! You're welcome
(5)
Norm J.

I've been coming to Cesar's for years and finally decided to write a review. This place is a must try if you enjoy free chips and salsa, like good Mexican food and LOVE margaritas! The waiter/waitress keep the free chips coming throughout your time there which is a plus because they are good. Everything I've eaten here has been spot on, but my favorite menu item is the Super Burrito. It's huge and helps keep you somewhat sober as you chug down the margaritas. And speaking of margaritas, Cesar's has some of the best. There are multiple flavors and I've tried them all. My favorites are guava and banana...and I recommend you try them both. The only down side of this place is that they no longer offer the margaritas is size: large, mega jumbo and pitcher. Now they just do large and pitcher
(4)
Yesy D.

Came in here on a Friday night with a groupon. Apparently they must do groupon a lot because they had signs regarding the usage. The wait wasn't long and the hostesses were friendly. The waitress we got was nice but kind of short with us. She would ask a question and before I could get in another word in she was flying away. We ordered food and a pitcher of margaritas. They gave us a small bowl of soup and the soup was amazing. As far as the food goes that was as good as it got. I ordered the steak taco dinner and it was super bland. I had to pack on the salsa to make them taste better, not even the cheese could save these tacos. The rice and beans were mediocre at best. The star of our meal was the margarita. We had a pitcher of guava margaritas and it was amazing. This is probably why they participate with groupon. I really want to give them 2 stars, however they deserve an extra star because they accidentally dropped a glass near us and they were so nice and genuinely concerned about us. One thing to note, it was only me and my sister in law and we were automatically charged a tip. Not smart because we tip better than what they. Hanged us. If I ever come back I'll make sure I eat beforehand.
(3)
Zakia C.

Killer Margaritas. I've eaten here oh so many times. I used to live in the neighborhood when I first moved To chicago. Dare, I say ten years ago. Ahhh. Anyway, I hate to say that this place has dropped off of my top 5 favorite Mexican restaurants. I don't know if it's because the quality of food has gotten worse or maybe my options have gotten better. Either way, it is what it is. Your typical Mexican restaurant found in a high traffic, movers and shakers area. The food is ok ,but, not spectacular. I would normally say, you should go for the drinks. However, they've changed the recipe. They aren't quite as strong anymore. They actually aren't quite as tasty either. Ho hum. But hey, if you're in Lincoln park/ boys town and are looking for hip and trendy place to go, why not. I did like the new "low cal" options. Just doesn't WOW me anymore.
(2)
Tiffany H.

I have been here once.... So here are some things to help you decide: When I walked in there was a sign saying our credit card machine is down. Immediately the hosted pointed me to the ATM. Okay, I'll get cash, but as the night went on since we sat near the computer we saw servers taking credit cards. Weird. But as I read former reviews on yelp getting ready to post mine I noticed a pattern....that the forms of payment seems to be an issue and the excuses changes regularly....Seems suspicious. The restrooms were small and there is one bathroom. For the amount of ppl that come to the establishment this can't be legal. I'm sure zoning regulations aren't being met. They weren't to clean.... Apparently the restaurant was an old apartment building. Pretty crafty idea to model it into a restaurant. :-) Server was nice but took her a while to take the order, bring needed items... Went on a week night. It wasn't that busy. I called ahead to make a reservation and was informed they don't make reservations. Yet I'm eating my dinner..... Refer to the photo of the reserved sign in the seat next to me! Wow The food was pretty good. I had the fish tacos. The portion was okay. The monster margaritas aren't monster! You can go to Lalos in the south loop and get more alcohol for cheaper! Overall I question the honestly levels. I don't blame the staff they follow orders but I question management. If your not honest with basics what else are you covering up? I won't return!
(2)
Julia J.

Sometimes it's fun to act like a tourist in your home city. Cesar's bright neon lights calling out from 2 blocks away indicated that we hit the primo spot for that. The inside has enough mirrors to make you want to tip your waitress in singles (or regrets for not bringing your GPS to the bathroom! ) The service was about the same as you'd get at McDonalds. (Not foo friendly, definitely not attentive....basically, just doing time until the shift is up.) Ok, onto the nitty gritty: Although this joint seemed to specialize in drinks, the food wasn't too bad. It was fresh. My husband ordered the taco wraps. The portions weren't big, but it was tasty and hit the spot. His pommorita was refreshing and decent, although a bit pricey for the neon-light atmosphere. I ordered the chicken salad with a side of beans. The chicken was seasoned well, but the odd part was there was warm broccoli and cauliflower on it. It wasn't bad, just unexpected. If you aren't drinking, this place is alright for a cheap thrill. I gave it two stars because they need to work on making the customer not feel like a table number. Sometimes, good food is just not enough...
(2)
Chanel G.

What a complete and utter waste of my time and money. The first thing I saw when I walked through the door was a sign that said that the bill would not be split. Fine. But then, underneath it says that there can only be two forms of payment per check. I just think that that is outrageous. If you aren't going to split my check, at least have the courtesy to work with me when I'm trying to pay a bill. Lastly, the sign said that it will include an 18% gratuity for any groupon user. Which is fine. There are absolutely no substitutions on anything. My friend got the three mini burrito plate and asked could he do one chicken and the rest beef. No. I got the three tamale plate and asked if I could do one chicken and the rest cheese. No. I asked if I could have the green sauce on one and the rest red. No. But I was able to have both sauces on the side, which were brought to me 10 mins after my dinner arrived. My friend ordered an entree and added one steak taco. Our waitress thought she wanted the taco dinner as well. When we corrected them, they told us to take one of the tacos off the plate or else we would be charged for the entire plate. I literally couldn't believe my ears. And the food wasn't even worth dealing with the outrageous policies of this place!
(1)
Audrey L.

Amazing margaritas that sneak up on you, fresh salsa, and great bar atmosphere that's family friendly.
(4)
Kara B.

Delicious. Cheap. Stupid policies about cash only and number of cards per bill. Took the time to correct a delivery order grubhub screwed up. Go-to casual Mexican restaurant.
(3)
sheryl w.

Well, I said I would never go back do to bad service. Well, I did! Shame one me! Nothing has changed, still bad service. This time outside. Pelguin the server is clueless. I will say the other server is was very nice to everyone including me. I only saw my server only to take my order. Once again food average. But, they do have a nice outdoor patio. Managers are still clueless. Must be there first management job. Sorry
(1)
Kaley K.

Grabbed a quick lunch and margarita on a Wednesday afternoon. Service was great and they were super friendly. (but it was very empty too) The space is pretty cool and seems to be a good place for groups but would be okay Food was subpar but okay. Not very flavorful compared to other nearby spots. I had the chicken mini burritos with cheese and salsa. Fairly bland. The chicken wasn't seasoned at all. I got "on the house" soup but it smelled like chef boyarde so I didn't even try it. The margarita was the best part of the meal. I went with a standard lime but they have a variety of flavors on the menu. Overall I wouldn't suggest this place to many people (unless they were specifically asking for a margarita spot.)
(2)
Karly V.

I swore that I didn't like Mexican food, but this place got me hooked on it. Everything on the menu is outstanding - the steak nachos, the chicken mini wraps, the spinach quesadillas, the mini burritos (which are a delightful marriage of the nachos and mini wraps). The margaritas are strong and delicious, too; and the waiters always bring shots of tequila on the house to finish off the meal.
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Diocelina G.

Upon entry two employees were standing talking barely acknowledged us, we were seated for like 7 minutes and still no server even approached to let us know they'll be with us momentarily. We walked out and and on the way out, same two girls at entrance happily said goodbye to us. Poor service. Not coming back.
(1)
Yvonne B.

I've been to Cesar's plenty of times ages ago. It was in the days when my standard of good food and great times was measured by TGI Friday's. You can only imagine the memories I created at Cesar's! They were at night with friends and involved more drinks than food. It was strange going back to Cesar's during the day for a solo lunch. I wouldn't have known that it was the same place where such jubilance occurred. The atmosphere during the day was sunny and clean. Groups of people had business meetings and one of the employee's small daughter laughed in the background. I sat at the bar with Israel where I watched international Little League on three flat televisions. They gave me chips and salsa even though I was by myself. I started my meal with a small bowl of Sopa De Fideo which was probably my favorite thing. It was warm, bright, and fun. The angel hair noodles splattered my lips as I slurped them from my spoon. I followed that up with shrimp tacos. They were delicious and a little spicy. I liked how the tortillas were doubled up to help hold everything securely. My entree came with rice and beans. I ignored the rice and barely touched the beans. I'm sure both were delicious but my other food filled and distended my stomach. Then there were the margaritas. I had mango and tamarind margaritas, both on ice without salt rims. I preferred the mango magarita. Although that tamarind margarita was good, it was far too sweet for me. Both margaritas were sufficiently strong. My lunch cost $40 - a price that I thought was fair for what I got - especially considering that I had two margaritas and a meal so large that I couldn't eat all of it. Service was good and I noted that every employee who walked past checked to make sure that I was okay and Israel made pleasant conversation when he wasn't busy with other tasks or guests.
(4)
Angela C.

In the last year we've been here 3 or 4 times, each time with 3 kids in tow, and I'm glad to say this place is child friendly. We have never had to wait more than 25 minutes for a table and the food is prepared rather quickly. My favorite is the Carne Asada, it's amazing any way they serve it, plain, with salsa or with cheese. The kids love the mini burritos on the kids menu and the dessert churros are so delicious, crispy fresh. Of course the killer margaritas are pretty killer, the tamarindo is the best. Also the staff has been amazing every time, tonight our server was Cristian and he was very attentive and had a great sense of humor, if only servers everywhere were more like him. We will definitely be coming back, with the kids of course, they love this place too.
(4)
Adam A.

Margaritas only, go for the margaritas before you go dinner somewhere near by. Chips, salsa and margaritas:). Trust me. get better food elsewhere,but saying all that margaritas rock here.
(3)
Matt B.

I love Mexican food. Seriously. I love it. So, when I moved to the area and found a well-received place with a great deal on Groupon I had to go. The environment seems fun and the layout of the restaurant allows for a nice dining experience regardless of the large size. The food is absolutely delectable. I can't recommend their fajitas or their Sopa de Fideos highly enough. Unfortunately that's where it ends with Cesar's. You will wait for what seems like an eternity to get your food. You will wait longer to get drinks. If there is anything on the side of your meal, say sauces or tortillas, your meal will likely be cold by the time someone provides them. This level of service could typically be rectified by leaving no tip. That's not an option if you do any number of things at Cesar's. Having a normal sized party, ordering a certain amount of food, or using a Groupon will all auto-add an 18% gratuity to your bill regardless of the level of service you receive. My advice, avoid this place. There's bound to be a better place to get a margarita in the city.
(1)
Elaine S.

With an expired Groupon in hand, I decided to redeem my $25 value on lunch with my hubby. Now I've been here several times before and have always had a good experience, but this time. .. I had a great experience! Walking to the door I see lots of posters advertising something, as the signs come into reading view, I yell with excitement. As my hubby tries to see what's the excitement all about, he reads the sign, and it states "we give you the full value for your expired groupon". #score With a smile from ear to ear, we are seated quickly, served our blue Margarita, had our delicious meal. We walked out paying 20 dollars extra on top of our FIFTY dollar groupon! The wait staff was great, the food was great, and the margaritas had us smiling even more than our initial grins. Overall, it was a great experience. Now I know why I continue to go there!
(4)
Jacqueline B.

With a name like Cesar's Killer Margaritas, you best believe I'm stoppin' in. I've been here a few times now and each visit has concluded in the same results. A good margarita buzz, a full belly and an ATM charge. Let me explain... To be completely honest it's their margaritas alone that have me comin back! They have so many flavors and let me tell you, they are killer. And huge! This makes for a great evening with friends. Now of course if I'm doing all this marg sippin' I'll be eating something as well. Everything I've tried on their menu has been good. Just good. Not the absolute best Mexican food I've ever had, but not the worst either. Simply average. With that being said, I feel like their prices are totally reasonable. Cesar's is a huge place, so try not to be confused like me when you walk in. There's an upstairs, a downstairs, an up-up stairs and a balcony I believe? Regardless, lots of room. A big space calls for a lot of staff. Like I said, I've been here a few times so I've had a few different servers. My complaint across the board is that their service is slow. Everyone I've met is nice, but I've waited far too long for my food each time. I'd say check it out for yourself! If anything, you'll leave feelin prettyyy good after those delicious margaritas! Ah! I almost forgot, the ATM charge. Heads up - it's cash only (at least in the dining area it is). There is an ATM when you first walk in. It's not Chase though, so if that's you're bank be prepared for a $3 fee!
(3)
Megan S.

While in route to another restaurant we decided to go here. I wanted tequila, he wanted food...it was that kinda week. They tried to seat us upstairs but we asked for the basement because it was SOOOOOO loud (on a Friday). I appreciated the managers knowledge of GF. The guac and chips were ok. The salsa was bad. Mr. had steak tacos and I'm not even sure he tasted all of them. He loved it. I ordered steak verde enchiladas however got ground beef. They took it back and made it correct. It was create steak. I didn't even use salsa, sour cream, cheese, etc. The verde sauce was phenomenal. The margaritas were ok. I should have ordered with silver tequila. The 2nd one went down quicker than the first :)
(4)
Theresa S.

Delicious food, delicious drinks, good prices and a good time... What more can you ask for? Check it out!
(5)
Julie Z.

Had been going to this location for 15 years and always had great sevice. Today we walked into the restaurant and they denied outdoor service to us because they would not allow dogs. Most outdoor city locations allow dogs this one claimed they did not due to to city ordinance. Outdoor patio is NOT dog friendly. Much better Mexican places that allow dogs...go elsewhere.
(1)
Jen S.

If you are thinking of trying this place just for something new; stick to your usual spot. Please, don't waste your time or money. There are better places to get Mexican food. I used a Groupon (expired) and had no issues. That was the highlight of my visit. *gold star* My issues were with the wait staff and the food. The first person to wait on us was a friendly woman. She took our order and checked on us a few times. A gentleman brought our food out, no problem there. However, when it came time to close out our check neither server was to be found. Our table had been cleared and all we needed to do was pay. We waited more than 10 minutes for our check to be brought to us. Once we got our bill, had the Groupon redeemed and handed over our credit card, it was ANOTHER 10 minutes before it was returned to us. You clearly shouldn't switch tables when you have more than 4 tables occupied and cant keep an eye on each one. The food was sub par. I could have gone to the late night spot closer to my apartment and gotten better food.AND FOR MUCH CHEAPER. I spent $90 before the Groupon on Queso Fundido with chorizo, 2 Enchilada dinners, which were more like mini Quesadillas, stuffed with bland, shredded chicken, Spinach Quesadillas with steak, 2 adult margaritas and a virgin daiquiri for a kid. You're food isn't that good, so why is it so expensive??
(1)
Danial S.

The girlfriend and I recently moved to Chicago from Texas and we've been looking for some good Mexican food. I'm glad to say we've found it. We both got a large killer margarita, lime, on the rocks, with salt. I'm sad to say I didn't think it was that large or that "killer", but it was tasty and my girlfriend got buzzed off hers (mine didn't touch me, but I have an extremely high tolerance). We also ordered the mixed steak and chicken fajitas (lame, I know), which we found to be pretty good as well. It's a place we'll definitely be coming back to, but we're still in the hunt for a great margarita in Chicago (and the food to go with it).
(4)
Joceline T.

Been here several times, staff is always the same. They're not horrible but man do they take forever between their tables. Whether busy or not. Food is mediocre and I've tried a few of their items. I think the best thing I eat there are the chips and salsa they bring out. The margaritas, obviously, bump this up to three stars. So many many flavors, so yummy! **CASH ONLY**
(3)
Frank J.

Ok, it's call Caesar's Killer Margaritas, so we definitely came for the margaritas! The margaritas are nice sized glasses, filled slightly above the rim with a sweet tasting and lovely amount of alcohol added to complete the "Killer Margaritas"...Cold and Tasty! They give you a complimentary cup of tomato noodle soup along with Chips and Salsa. Don't usually like my salsa pureed but this one was still great with chunks of onions and cilantro. We ordered the Mexican Enchiladas and a Super Chicken Burrito...they both git the spicy Mexican spot w/in our palate! The ambience is a great one as well...must try! Staff was just marvelously attentive! Nice view from upstairs bar area.
(5)
Erica D.

I was really excited to try this place, I mean bright neon lights, Mexican food, and margaritas? Sounds like a good Saturday night to me. My friend and I came here and were excited that the prices were moderately priced for a Mexican restaurant .The place was busy, but we were able to get a table right away. The food was good and so were the chips and salsa, but I mean, how could you mess that up? What made me regret coming to this place was the margaritas. We ordered a pitcher for $34, and got the blood orange flavor (advertised as 50 cents extra). We were shocked when we got the bill for $38 for the pitcher of margarita. The waiter has said a pitcher is about 4 servings, so 50 cents multiplied per serving at the most would have been $2. And why would you charge THAT much extra for getting a certain flavor, like blood orange or mango? I have been to plenty of margarita places and mango is usually a given, no extra charge. The reason for that I can only assume is because they're using fresh blood oranges and pomegranate (which I doubt). tl;dr : felt cheated out by ordering a margarita flavor. won't be coming back.
(2)
Russell O.

I have eaten here many times but I am not too happy about their two charge card maximum per table. I often go with 3 or more friends to this place. I am not sure I will go any longer if one of us has to foot the bill or make sure we bring cash.
(2)
Maronda H.

This place was amazing. I bought my groupon today and wanted to take my family out. The minute we walked in the door we were seated We were barely seated before the waiter came out with warm tasty nachos and salsa. Than our waiter was at our table to take our drink order. Cristian the waiter was amazing. There are no words to express the great experience that we had today. We are now looking forward to coming back again. The atmosphere drinks and food was on point and worth the money. If you plan to visit please asked for Cristian. He was just adorable and awesome. I'm a fan
(5)
Daniel G.

Very clean, secluded spot on Broadway/Oakdale. They are known for their "killer margaritas." The salsa dip was excellent with very fresh nachos. The tomato noodle soup that followed was delicious. I had the huge carne asada plate which was super. The rice and beans were also very fresh. This is a must Mexican eatery in Lakeview! Regreso pronto.
(5)
Arlene A.

Come for the GIGANTIC margaritas and nibbles in the newer (looking) and cleaner Cesar's. While the food is mediocre at best, Cesar's is a fun place to have a quick bite and some frozen deliciousness.
(3)
Ericka L.

Strong margaritas, nice bartender downstairs, free shots for my crew. Nuff said!
(3)
Lauren M.

I went to Ceasar's on Broadway yesterday and was super annoyed the whole time. Yes, ANNOYED. First, they only accept cash on the patio? Really? No, REALLY? I think its just bad business. Especially because you can use your card if you sit inside. I really was feeling nickle and dimed. THEN. Some nice couple came to sit down at the table next to us. The bus boy ran up and said, "because there is 2 of you, you have to sit at a smaller table". Pause for a moment when we looked around and saw nearly half the place empty. Had another group come, they could had easily pushed two tables together somewhere else and had been fine. The couple decided to leave. The waitstaff didn't even seem to care. The margariats were fine. My friend also left her sunglasses there. When she called this morning they said they hadn't seen them. again, ANNOYING! That said, next time I'm walking a block away to El Neuvo! Great food and service!
(1)
Sally C.

Apparently people reviewing this place don't really like it. But I certainly had a good time there last night. As for claims that the margaritas were premade, we sat by the bar and I saw and heard them being made. And our waitress was the best ever. Not one set of free shots, but two. And not crappy free shots either. Our water glasses and chips & salsa were always full. For the amount that we ate and drank, I think the bill was appropriate. Not a place I would go with my parents, but certainly somewhere to go with friends for a good time.
(5)
Logan R.

Cesars is known for it's extremely powerful margaritas. They don't taste too alcoholic but I've repeatedly had to drag friends home from this place. That's basically why people come here. The margaritas are however a bit pricey. Their food, while good, is pretty standard Mexican fare.
(4)
Andrey R.

Margaritas are yummi chicken casadia, was pretty good; this place is located in a really nice neighborhood and atmosphere there is great. magic word is "margaritas"!!! they are the best there
(4)
Jackie P.

Now I remember what possessed me to give such a craptastic review in the first place. Please let me amend again. I don't think the food is that bad and the drinks are pretty stellar. It's close to my house and they have an outdoor patio which is important to me in the summer. Also they were the only place I could make reservations for my birthday on Cinco de Mayo. Yes that's my real birthday and no I won't make a reservation for the 6th. With that being said they got it all wrong. I made a reservation for 15 at 7pm and they called to verify a reservation of 15 at 7pm the day before. The day of my birthday I walk in at 7pm and they have a table for 7?! What the...?! This is not what I asked for. They tried to correct the mistake by cramming the tables further into the corner and adding a leave but it was a close call. It was busy and our waiter was not attentive. The tube shot guy was more attentive than our waiter. Also one person's food was forget. Maybe they thought she was on a liquid diet after all. They brought her free soup and comped her drink but I still felt bad. This isn't the first time I've heard of Cesars screwing up reservations or screwing people out of money for a party. See Maggie R's review. I'm glad they took my reservation. Next year maybe I'll just do sushi instead.
(2)
Kathy K.

Overpriced margaritas and bad food. Never again!!! What a waste.
(1)
Amy J.

You know, I hadn't been here in a few years and I decided to give it a try again. It's okay. Honestly, I prefer Buena Vista down the street, the only con to Cesars is that they don't have margaritas. The pro: It's BYOB. Anyways... I just don't think their food is very good. I had the Spinach quesadillas, and they were boring and the spinach tasted raw. Also, this wasn't described on the menu but they came with some sort of spicy sour cream sauce. I asked for regular sour cream and they brought it, but they also charged me $1.00 for it. Not a huge deal, but annoying. I didn't want the other sauce. I will say I'm a big fan of their chips and salsa. I think they're the perfect consistency (the chips) and I think the salsa tastes really fresh. Okay, but the important part: the margaritas. This is what the place advertises, right? "The Killer Margarita." Well, maybe I got the wrong kind and should have tried a flavored frozen one or something, but my lime margarita on the rocks wasn't impressive. I thought it was way too sweet. My friend that I was with agreed and we actually even asked if they might have given us a fruity one by mistake. They said that it was the regular one. I don't know. I like some bite to my margarita, and this was just super sweet. I just didn't love it as much as I usually love margaritas. We each had a Jumbo (the middle size) priced at $10.00. But they're strong, so I actually think the price is fair. Anyway, it's alright. I just think some of the smaller places are actually better. I may go back, but probably just for drinks and chips and salsa, and I most likely won't order the regular lime on the rocks. Not a fan.
(3)
King V.

So a margarita is "killer" if it is big and gets you drunk fast? Never mind that it tastes like most of the ingredients came from bottles for a snow cone. Not bad for a good buzz, but certainly not fresh or "killer." The menu has mediocre and forgettable Americanized Mexican food. The staff and policies are frustrating. I have not seen a restaurant more pushy to get you in and get you out. They will ask you to leave your table if the check was signed a minute ago and you are still talking, even if other tables are wide open. If you are lucky they will entice you with a free coupon for a margarita the size of a crouton in the upstairs bar. Also the upstairs bar and outside won't take credit card, but the restaurant will? I'm glad I snapped out of my embarrassing Cesars phase. Much better food and drinks at El Nuevo.
(2)
Patrick G.

Cesar's is basically the restaurant you think of when you think "Should we go out for Mexican". It has all the standard menu items that one can find in an Americanized Mexican restaurant. The food is pretty good but nothing that will knock your socks off. The margaritas are pretty big and pretty strong and priced around $10. They give you free first round of chips and salsa. The service gets the job done. This place can get pretty busy so waits and delays can and will happen. If you need a "safe" restaurant to take people who are hard to please this place should work. TL;DR . Above average, standard Mexican-fare.
(3)
Michael R.

Let's state the obvious, shall we? Mexican food is pretty unhealthy. Most of it's melted cheese and all the meats are cooked in thick oils! What do you expect? Well, Cesars sort of takes it to a whole new level. Don't get me wrong, I love the chicken fajitas, but you're likely to gain a new ass if you eat 'em for too long. When you have to dive a fork into a puddle of grease for a pepper or onions...it sort of defeats the purpose, no? Also, what's with the price? It's a little high, even with the atmosphere, which is no doubt a part of the experience, but c'mon. Still, they have the best salsa and chips around town, and you can't ignore the frozen margaritas. Even if you're with a group of guys, they're addicting enough to order. You can blame it on your obsession with "Sex in the City" or something. Whatever, have fun. Life is too short to worry about being seen with a frozen margarita or if this grease will kill your heart. Live a little, even if it hurts you some. It's not like you're eating it on a weekly basis, right? Right?
(3)
Sara D.

Only 5 stars for the margaritas, because they are so freakin tasty. Don't even bother with the food, go down the road to a local place. The chips here are always stale, alas, the food gets 1 star. On the good note, however, get the mega margarita size, because the margaritas are so good here the mega is a better value. Better yet, order a pitcher and call it a night.
(5)
Melissa K.

This place has great food but if you're a wine drinker, look somewhere else. I was there last night and ordered a Pinot grigio, it was Barefoot brand - their only brand, but whatever, and when I ordered a second, they were out of all white wine and only had COLD merlot. Who does that?! So a word of caution to you winos, their own servers say "they're not a wine place, sorry." And my response, "sorry, but I can find a good taco and wine in lots of other places."
(2)
Laura W.

Thank god there are two Cesar's in lakeview. The Broadway one is 'mine' and the Clark one is my sisters. We love to argue over which one to visit. I love Broadway because it is closer to me and there is way more dining space. I don't like the cash only areas, but I am willing to let that slide. Obviously my 5 stars is for the margaritas, I can gauge how rough my next morning will be by the number of megas I drink. More than two is a bad idea, but then I fool myself into thinking if I start with larges I can have more, but the end result is always the same. But while I'm drinking them I'm having a great time and feeling no pain. I actually really love the food too. The fish tacos to be specific, they were on the special menu for a long time and finally moved to the permanent menu after they revamped it. I love how crispy they are and the mango salsa on top is excellent. I have eaten many other dishes; mini wraps, mini burritos, fajitas, quesadillas and I enjoyed them all. Broadway also offers text message coupons and facebook coupons which I love. They send them frequently so when I am feeling in the mood for a marg I know I usually have a coupon to use.
(5)
Joshua M.

Cesar's is good. It's typical mexican fare in Chicago. I've been there a couple times... Once while under 21 years old, and the other post-21. I have to admit, people go to Cesar's for the "Killer Margaritas," and that's the best reason to go there... It's no fun being stuck there just to eat while everyone else is oohing and aahing about the "killer" margaritas. Bottom line: Cesar's isn't a place to go if you're just looking for mexican food. Go there, get hammered. The margaritas are pretty good, after all. You can't beat the location, either. However, my roommate dragged me into the head shop next door to go look at the "pretty pot pipes." I think he had too much margarita.
(3)
Laura C.

After receiving subpar service from the other location (see my review), I was hesitant to give this place a shot. Nonetheless, my friend wanted margaritas, and Cesars really lived up to it's claim of Killer Margaritas last time, so I braced myself for round two. Surprisingly, we were greeted with a smile after lingering around the host stand for a few minutes. We were there early in the afternoon, apparently before the host arrived. Not having been here before, it was a little confusing knowing where to go from the entrance - the closed door on the right, up the stairs, down the stairs....but a friendly face appeared shortly from the top of the stairs and directed us to our table. We let him know that we were just in for some 'ritas, and he was perfectly fine with that. Chips and salsa arrived, as did a complimentary house soup. We started off with the "new" flavor advertised on our table - a pomegranate strawberry orange blend. Definitely made for those with a sweet tooth, the sugary concoction would make a great dessert. After that we got the tamarind 'rita, which I liked the first time, but probably should have started with that before the sweet. It's characteristic tang was a little too sour after the jumbo sugar bomb we just had. Our server checked in on us enough to make us feel taken care of without being annoying. If the food is the same as the other location, as I would imagine, grab a burrito across the street before drinks here.
(4)
Patrick O.

Food: Not great, the margaritas are EXCELLENT! Recommendation: Margaritas. Damn... they're good! Price: Get the mega lime + grand ma. Feel your face melt. Other: I'm going her this weekend. Frequency: Not enough.
(4)
Janna N.

Loved the chips and salsa, along with the soup...perfect for the winter! But my chicken taco dinner was bland and the chicken was very dry. Our server was never around so I ate one taco the way it was. When he finally came over to check on my friend and myself, I asked for some sour cream because the chicken was dry. Our waiter brought me a dollop of runny sour cream and charged me a dollar for it...I wasn't impressed. But the margaritas were wonderful!
(3)
M. M.

Those margaritas... it turns out, not so killer. What it comes down to, is that they are way, way too sweet. For the price, I could find drinks a thousand times better than this! Oh, and might I add that the service is pokey at best.
(2)
Jennifer M.

I have a friend who lives down the street from here so lately I've been going once a month. Kind of a midweek girl's night out. The food is ok, but the margaritas are the real star of the show. The atmosphere inside is nice but I like to sit on the patio when weather permits. After all, what's better than sipping margaritas on the patio, midweek, in the summer? :)
(4)
Jason Z.

I have lived around the corner from here for years and been on a number of occassions. I didn't bother to read any of the reviews below so if I am repeating other things that have been said, sorry about that. If you go on a Friday, Saturday night, they will probably be packed and you may have to wait a bit but I would say it's worth it. Their food is your typical mexican food (not horrible, not great) but their margaritas are what they are known for. I normally leave feeling pretty good after one of those but if I have two, it's REALLY good. They also have tons of groupons so if you ever think of going here, you can normally get 50% off if they have a groupon. This is always a good choice in my opinion but go and see for yourself.
(5)
Ashley V.

Huge margaritas around the corner from my house = A-Ok Minus a few stars because you can bring you pup on the patio. Otherwise their Broadway-view patio is perfect for summer afternoons. In the winter, the upstairs area is always buzzing. The food is decent and I like that they have a Light Menu where most of the dishes include lots of veggies. Stick with the lime margaritas if you like you drinks smooth as the fruit margaritas tend to have fruit chunks in them.
(3)
Gwendolyn H.

This is the only place I've ever actually walked out of because the food was so terrible. I went with 3 other people and none of us got a meal worth eating - and Mexican can't be that hard to make semi-decent!! Two of us ordered "burrito bowls" and the other two ordered platters. The steak was all fat and a few bones. The rice was hard and crunchy. Their were no spices or flavors of any kind. The drinks may be great (we didn't order any), but the food is absolutely horrible.
(1)
Karyn K.

Unfortunately ate here twice in 4 days. The service was bad both on a Saturday afternoon and Cinco De Mayo. Rachel W.'s review has the service notes for Cinco De Mayo. On a nice late Saturday afternoon I sat on the patio. It took forever for any type of order to be taken, and when we asked for anything it still took forever. The spinach quesadilla is good, even if just for that chipotle sauce. It is a place like this that makes you happy you have good friends, so painful service can at least be laughed about. And reviewed on yelp.
(2)
Javier Q.

Been to this place twice already, and I must say that they do have some great margaritas and they're food is just as good. Shrimp tacos are great.
(4)
Brette L.

2 words.....mini wraps. YUM! you can even order from a "lighter" side menu which has these delicious mini wraps. I dont know how light they are after you attack the guacamole and chipotle sauce that they come with for dipping!
(4)
Tish S.

I went for a birthday celebration. The food wasn't good, I've had better, much better. The Maragaritas were good. However, I'm sure you can get those anywhere. I wasn't impressed at all. I rather go to lalos better food, drinks and music.
(3)
Jordan L.

We went about 6pm on a Saturday night, so it was fairly busy, but we felt the service could have been better. When we were seated we were given shorter menus that didn't have the entrees we wanted after looking at the full menu while waiting to be seated. We asked the waiter for the full menu, but he never brought one so we just ordered from memory. The waiter implied those would take longer giving us the impression they wanted to get us out quickly. However the entrees arrived in a reasonable amount of time and were very good. The killer margarita, while good, really lived up to it's name. It was so strong that I couldn't even finish it. I got buzzed after just a few sips and was feeling pretty drunk by half way. It must have had 3 or 4 shots of tequila in it.
(3)
A W.

OK. Food . . . .meh. Certainly not the reason I'm giving it four stars. The url for this place isn't even the name of the restaurant, but "killermargaritas.com"; which is awful cocky if I do say so myself. So I was ready to challenge their blatant cockiness on my visit there for a going away party. After perusing the drink menu online, I knew I was going for the Mega (26oz) margarita hands down. Betta bring your A game Cesar baby!!! Margaritas are right after mojitos for me. I got the frozen strawberry Mega margarita. Just one sip and I felt their cockiness justified. Talk about no punk whatsoever. They weren't messing around with that funky tequila, they had the good stuff flowing. I was shocked and impressed with the fact that they used actual frozen strawberries (not a strawberry syrup flavoring) for my margarita. It gave the drink a fresh flavor and wonderful little pieces of strawberries to eat. My friend had the raspberry and it was the same for hers. We were thoroughly satisfied with our selections. You've won this round Cesar! I suggest this place for drinking purposes only. Make a beeline to the Last Call Lounge upstairs (Cash Only) and do eat before you get there unless you aren't in a picky mood.
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Ke M.

I've been here a few times and I would go back, but I can't say it's my go-to if I'm craving Mexican Food. In short: Pros: Great margaritas - large sizes and fun flavor varieties - reasonable price Delicious complimentary soup and chips and salsa Multiple levels and bar areas I had a delicious steak and spinach quesadilla Cons: Smaller menu and not exactly authentic Mexican cuisine bring cash with a group; they will not accept multiple credit cards (we had 4 people, they said they could take 2 cards) Fun place to meet for a few drinks!
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Alexandra S.

I'm pretty sure that this place was delicious and fun but I don't really remember on account of the mega margaritas being SERIOUSLY potent. wee!
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P S.

Alright Cesars, I've given you two chances at two locations. You don't get my vote, unless we're talking about off the island. The food is totally mediocre, the drinks are way too sour and expensive, the staff is totally rigid in their hookups (despite good tips at the bar) but ok, they're friendly... I can't figure out why it's so popular. I've had better margaritas made by friends, better Mexican food closer to home, and a more comfy environment all over creation. Can't recommend it, don't love it. Only went there for Andy. The end.
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Chris W.

As far as actual home cookin' is concerned I would stray from Caesars if you're looking for a fantastic meal that will start fireworks off behind you out the windows and doves will fly free from the napkins at your tables. I found even with mole smothered over my entree my steak was still really dry, our appetizer was cold, and the prices aren't the greatest. What I do recommend and will eventually return for are the margaritas. One margarita at Caesar's is all you need to 'getcha good' especially if you're a light/medium drinker in my opinion. After a banana margarita I was PRETTY-good to go without the need for any other drinks, in fact having an extra drink at a bar down the street afterwards gave me a belly ache from having eaten, having that gargantuan (but utterly delicious) beverage and having a very SMALL drink down the street. Walking down the street to the bar and then BACK toward where we were was perhaps what one would call a work out for drunk people as we were all groaning and miserable and ready to nap shortly thereafter, not so much for any other reason than we were stuffed. And this has nothing to do with large food portions or overdoing it with anything else. I really mean it. Those margaritas...especially if you share a second or get a second with someone else...they're for real going to do you in. But in a very savvy way that you can't complain about after you're done feeling like a stuffed boozy chicken. They have a wide variety of flavors, but if you ask me what to go with? I'm never going to say anything else but Banana. It was my first legal drink, and it was so authentically banana. Oh how I'm so sentimental. Try not to come at peak-hours if you can for the best experience.
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Jo W.

Actual conversation that took place between me and the bartender last night upon my arrival: Me: Stoli and Sprite, please. B: What kind of Stoli? Me: Regular. *he wanders around behind the bar for a minute* B: We don't have regular Stoli. Me: Seriously? Not even downstairs? B: No. Me: Ok.. hmm... Do you have Raspberry Stoli? B: Yes. Me: Ok, then give me a Raspberry Stoli and Sprite. *more wandering* B: We don't have Raspberry Stoli. Me: You just said you did. *bartender shrugs* Me: ok, lets try this... what flavors DO you have? *bartender lists them* Me: Ok, I'll try the orange stoli... you DO have orange stoli, right? B: Yes, yes. Me: Are you sure? B: Yes. And they did.
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M G.

My friends and I stopped here for a drink because we thought it looked fun . We sat at the bar downstairs so they served us right away. I haven't tried any of the food so I can't comment on that but the frozen margaritas were DELICIOUS!
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Paul K.

The margaritas were large and they have food that you can eat. That is the best thing I could say about this place. The food is overpriced and while it isn't necessarily bad, I get the impression that whoever opened this joint was loafing around their apartment one day, saw a Taco Bell commercial and said "I guess I could do that." The extra star is for the fact that our waiter pronounced "merlot" exactly how it is spelled. p.s. a glass of Barefoot Pinot Grigio is $5.75. You're goddamned kidding me.
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Alissa B.

My BF and I had a GroupOn to use up and we decided to use it last weekend. They tried to sit us right next to another couple and right outside the kitchen. When we asked for another table, they said we could choose from 3 others, also in an undesirable location. We asked why not the back room or downstairs and they said it was reserved. Really, Cesars? You take rezys? Anyway, the margs are strong and the food is fine. Definitely not the best place for a Mexican meal but the bill was only $10 after the GroupOn so the price was just right for us.
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Elizabeth A.

Used my last Groupon on a Friday night with my boyfriend. We sat at the bar downstairs instead of waiting for a table. Ordered a few margaritas and chips and salsa. I got the Chile Relleno dinner which was HUGE and very good. I think my boyfriend ordered a burrito. In any case, it was all good and the bartender was cool. We'll definitely be going back again.
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Claire P.

Disclaimer: I am giving it 4 stars solely for the Margaritas. This place is not for food, but their margaritas blow me away every time. Between sampling mine and my friends I have tried almost every flavor but my favorite by far is the mango. Best mango margaita of my life! I usually drink upstairs in the lounge and order the mini steak burritos to tide me over and they are good bar snack food. The quesadillas are also a good choice to munch on. Other than that I wouldn't recommend actually eating a meal here. But in my opinion don't make it more than it is. My friends and I also love to joke about how horrible the service is but we don't even notice because we are blinded by our fabulous margaritas. In conclusion come to Cesars expecting amazing margaritas but not so amazing food and service.
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Juliana R.

These margaritas are pretty killer! I was gone after just one! Probably the best guac I have ever had! Really!
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Trinity L.

This place is a must try if you want to enjoy top 1 margaritas with chips ;)
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Selvana Y.

Good service, but my boyfriend and I were un happy with our food because it was missing seasoning and salt :(
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Sarah Z.

Incredibly disappointing. The food was average and nothing special. I ordered a margarita (which was pretty good) and a quesadilla. The margarita prices were WAY higher than I anticipated. They gave what seemed like unlimited chips and salsa. The guacamole wasn't anything great either. However, the service was very good. The curb side appeal is what drew my attention, but I don't plan to go back anytime soon.
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Michael P.

aka "Yes...I may I please order a side of rude to go?" I'd passed by Cesar's numerous times taking my daughter back and forth to school so I decided to go, accompanied by my wife, my daughter and my son. They bopped and skipped happily down the street as I looked forward to having a margarita to top off my busy day. We entered and I approached the wait staff...."Table for 4 please"....I was told to wait for a moment and my table would be ready shortly. I sat down patiently with my children and waited. 1st couple enters.... C: "Yes...party for two" Cesar's: Would you like to sit inside or outside? C: "Outside is fine" Cesar's: It's cash bar outside...is that okay? C: That's fine... Cesar's: Right this way!!! 2nd couple: C2: "Yes...party for two" Cesar's: Would you like to sit inside or outside? C2: "Inside please" Cesar's: "There is a little wait for inside, but you can go upstairs to our cash only lounge if you'd like?" C2: Sure we'll do the cash only lounge Cesar's: Okay....through the door up the steps! Have a nice day!!! After the 3rd couple came in and was given the same courteous and informative service while the couple with the two children sat on the side...I approached the wait staff. Only then was I told my options about the cash lounge upstairs. Never even mentioned sitting outside. I went upstairs to use the bathroom and console my now LIVID wife at the pleasure of having to explain yet another experience about being appreciated and shown common courtesy to my 8 and my 4 year old.... The manager of this restaurant needs to get a handle on its staff and the way they treat their customers....getting a reputation as a place to get piss poor service is not a good business idea. For the record....we ended up going to the Cesar's on Belmont....they were fantastic.
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Nina P.

Came here for some drinks with my girls and it was just what we needed. They have big margaritas with lots of flavored and my favorite was the blood orange pomegranate and mango. The only drawback was you aren't allowed to mix favors but I just got 2 drinks and fixed that problem, lol! Also be prepared to pay automatic 18% gratuity for bills over $100 which we didn't mind cause we got great service. Perfect for late night meal and drinks.
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Terri D.

Apparently I haven't been to Cesar's in a while because there were some changes... Last time I went, back in Nov., we were given a punch card by the waiter who told us "every time you use a groupon, bring this and you'll get free stuff." So yay, I've been hanging onto it because the first punch is free appetizer, second is a free entree, and third is 20% off. On the card it even says, "thanks for using groupon." So we tried to use it and we were told it could not be used with groupons because it says on the back "no specials, offers, or discounts." Ohhhkay, so I guess that's based on interpretation. No biggie. First we ordered our margaritas and then food, but our drinks did not come out for 14 minutes (I timed it). We were there on a slow Tuesday night... where the fuck are our drinks? Couldn't ask the waitress because she was MIA most of the night. We barely ordered second drinks because she was no where to be found... and once we received our drinks, they were given with the check. Plus, we noticed on the menu it's now "cash only." When did this happen? No worries for us because we had cash, but this is a real inconvenience. Once our bill came we noticed that there was an 18% gratuity added to our check for TWO people... That's some bullshit. The waitress showed us a sign by the kitchen that 18% will be added to all groupon bills. We were not showed this sign when we entered nor when we sat down at the table and I told the waitress we had a groupon, did she say "oh by the way...". More so, I do not like being mandated to pay a tip that does not reflect the quality of service we were provided and I especially do not like being notified of this nugget of information before I bought the groupon. As a waiter in a past life, I tip 15-20% as a standard, and service had to be really shitty to get less than that. And if using a groupon, I always tip the full amount of the bill before groupon is applied. She probably would have gotten 15% since we utilized the service of the busboys throughout the night to get our needs met. Not sure if we'll use a groupon again with Cesar's... we'll see. Oh, and where the fuck were our shots? Every time we've gone in the past, our waiter gave us shots with the bill... guess our MIA waitress did not like us at all.
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Ash V.

My number one drink i always always order first is a frozen margarita, preferrably a frozen mango margarita no matter where i go.... then i see this.....TAMARINDO margarita whoa.... not many Mexican restaurants serve this traditional drink... especially not in margarita form....especially not with the option of frozen or on the rocks! One 26oz FROZEN tamarindo margarita paaalease! Caesars held true to their name...a "killer margarita" it was! In fact, so killer, one Mega Monday frozen tamarindo margarita just didn't suffice ;). It was so fresh and the frozen was blended perfectly with no chunks of ice, more like ice shaving. Best brain freeze I've had in awhile! My P.I.C. ordered a mega Monday frozen peach margarita which was so tasty and then the raspberry frozen after that. The raspberry surprised me....we enjoyed it, the raspberry mix was swirled into a regular margarita. It was very tart but the good thing is, it didn't taste like"mix". Next time, I want to try the blood Orange margarita to see why it cost two extra bucks. The food! Oh yes the food! The chips came out super warm freshly cooked with very little salt on them (just the way I like them) the Salsa tasted great too and chunky (just the way I like it). I ended up getting the super burrito with chicken....I was expecting bigger than it was because that's just the way Mexicans do their burritos. The deal was order a mega margarita, then on the special menu the prices of certain dishes were only 7 bucks. I was going in circle of either ordering the red salsa or the green salsa on the burrito, I asked are wonderful waitress and she said go green... took her advice and stoked that I did! Most salsa verdes for some reason are really spicy which takes away from the tomatillo sweet taste... it's a must try and very refreshing! My partner had the fish tacos and she loved them! Very flavorful, the mango salsa on them was a great touch:) The service was really different, I really enjoyed having three different people take care of chips and salsa, the drinks, and then our actual waitress for food. I can't remember her name but she was the sweetest and gave honest advice on what to order (like the Salsa Verde). I love the fact that she took her time to speak " Spanglish" with us was fun even though she was really busy.... thats the reason for 4 stars she was running around between tables and group parties... seemed over worked and took awhile for us to put our drink order and get chips and salsa...... we will definitely be back though!
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Marisol R.

Food is good, services is great no complaints so far, sometimes its too cold in there. Margaritas are hit or miss sometimes too strong sometimes just fine. I would go back
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Darcy G.

We came here for the margaritas. I've never been to a Mexican restaurant where you can't order the tequila you want.. "Killer margaritas" are pre-made with Sauza tequila and sugar. If by killer they mean type 2 diabetes then they are not false advertising. You can't even order top shelf. what? Food was sub-par.
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Anna R.

This place should come with a warning. Be prepared to put up with bad customer service, and if you have a groupon forget being able to redeem it, and you pay extra 20% gratuity automatically. So my evening went like this: I met up with friends for margaritas by the bar and was told I could not use my groupon there. Snice bar areas are cash only. (This is not written anywhere on the groupon). Ok - So I went and got a table. I was offered outside as an option. Waited an hour to be seated in the " cash only bar area". After we ordered our food during again the long wait. I asked for refill on chips on the tiny basket they brought out for our table. There's an extra charge. Instead, we decided if we are going to have to pay might as well get a real appetizer. Luckily for a group of 5 people the super appetizer, got everyone atleast 3-4 chips. When I asked to use my groupon it became an issue. The manager came out to explain and was defensive "where does it say that on the group on?" Question got me a reply from him " that's just our policy". So of course I accepted his contact information when he offered it. I asked to write his name down. And started writing Mike but his pen stopped working. And I repeated myself so what is your name and he wrote PJ. I asked who was Mike and he said another manager, not him. That totally turned me off. Clearly, he realized I was serious about following up and tried to mislead me. Bad, bad, bad Not an experience worth repeating!
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David M.

I want to first start off by saying how much I enjoy Cesar's and coming to their restaurant with a few friends. If I were to change one thing about their restaurant is their service. Although I have never had a rude waiter or waitress the service is beyond slow. It will take forever for them to come to your table for your drink order and even longer to get your drinks. If they come and you aren't ready to order be prepared to not be asked again for another 20 minutes. Additionally there margaritas are good but some flavors are better than others, there are a few flavors that do not taste good in terms of a frozen margarita. They are also by no means the best margarita I have ever had. However I will continue to come back fro the food as well as their margaritas which will leave you buzzed after one drink.
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Lindsay B.

Cesar's is a great spot for casual dinner and drinks with friends. Pros: -The free bottomless chips and salsa...enough said -The food may not be totally 'authentic Mexican', but I like it -They often give you an appetizer on the house (often the tomato soup) -I hate tequila so I get the sangria, but my friends love the killer margaritas Cons: -They are always changing how you can pay. This isn't a problem if you have a Groupon (I always buy the Groupons) but sometimes they say they can only take cash. What kind of restaurant doesn't take a credit card? -Wait staff is usually friendly but it can be hit or miss- sometimes it's really slow to get service
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Zack H.

I was used to Little Rock fajitas, but these fajitas were on a national level. Now I've had fajitas before, but I never inhaled. On the other hand, the 11 dollar margarita knocked me down a peg. It was satisfying but the price to be paid for it was too much. The Monica Lewinsky of margaritas.
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Jeremy T.

I wrote a review yesterday, and IT WAS TAKEN DOWN. I don't know why, but I thought businesses could not pay to have bad reviews taken down? I used to eat here a lot and I like the food. The reason I gave it a bad review is that the OWNER/MANAGER of this place literally hung up on me like a baby simply because I asked a couple of questions on the phone. I called because this number was listed on Google as the phone number for the Andersonville location, which I was trying to reach. He said it was the Broadway location (where I used to eat all the time). I know exactly whose voice it was, and I never had a problem with him before, ever. I asked him when the new location would have its own number and full menu. He immediately became odd on the phone, very serious, and told me that the Andersonville restaurant is NOT Cesar's and has nothing to do with them. Only... it is, and it does. It has the same name. The employees wear the same shirts. The food is the exact same. So are the drinks. It is the same restaurant. I was puzzled and persisted. He treated me like I was nuts so I asked him why he was lying about it. He became enraged and hung up on me. I went to the Andersonville location afterward (which I have eaten at twice now). I asked an employee if they were the same as the Cesar's on Broadway. He said YES, but that it is the sister of the owner of the other one. Same name, same food, same everything. I don't know what's going on, but it's shady as hell. You don't treat a customer like that and you don't hang up on a customer like that. If you don't want to answer questions, fine. But don't be rude. I would NEVER support a business run by someone who acts this way.
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Luis B.

This has become one of my favorites in the area. My wife and I always keep an eye out for groupons, and we each buy as many as we can every time we're there. For $50, or a $25 groupon, we split a shrimp/chix/steak fajita, we each get a huge margarita, and dessert. It's pretty awesome. It did take a while tho to find something on the menu that we liked. I remember not liking this place the first 1-2 times I went, but the margaritas and patio kept me coming till we discovered the great fajitas. I already have me next visit planned... only two more days.
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Stephanie H.

A few gals and I went here a couple Mondays ago to get some margaritas. Typically I'm not a fan of tequila, but I got the blood orange flavor and actually really enjoyed it! It was definitely strong but smooth. Since it was Monday, you could also make your marg a large for $2 more. I didn't get food, so I can't vouch for that, but the service was great! Fun spot to go to during the summer! Just keep in mind that it's cash only on the patio!
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Christina M.

We got a Groupon and we had John as a server, he was really amazing and personable. The food was awesome we went with spinach enchiladas and shrimp tacos. Both were so good. We also did a pitcher of sangria. ALL OF IT WAS AMAZING. The icing on the cake was John's customer service.
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Tricia D.

Any place that has their homepage set as killermargaritas.com better know how to make one! 6 stars for the killer margaritas. The smallest size is a "large". Good luck! I had the quesadillas. They were solid, but it's pretty hard to mess up quesadillas, huh? I think some have commented on the amount of stairs in this place. Truth.
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Joe H.

Food 3\5 Service 4\5 Atmosphere 4\5 A really nice place to come have a couple margaritas after work. Their margaritas are top notch. The restaurant is really lively and there are three levels, two with bars. Lots of TVs. Service is pretty good, they check in frequently. You get free chips and salsa and complimentary soup with each meal. If you are a diehard mexican food lover, this place may leave a little to be desired. Food is good, but a little boring and not very spicy. My favorites are the steak burrito, shrimp tacos, and the fajitas. Overall it is great and keeps me coming. Must have been here 50 times.
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Kristy M.

Cesar's on Clark...The owner is ALWAYS awesome and nice! Staff is attentive, even considering it is always packed as hell....that's because the food there is good and the margaritas are awesome. Cesar's on Broadway...Blows donkey balls. Went for a friend's birthday. We understood they couldn't seat us until 9 people showed up but they never told my friend that when she made the reservation. We were directed to the upstairs bar. Cash only. ATM available. Except...they didn't tell you because you're part of the party...if you order a drink BY YOURSELF, they automatically add 18% gratuity....for ONE margarita...uh ok. No worries. I'm not a cheap ass so fine you get a few extra bucks for tip. The woman wearing a headset upstairs was kind of rude trying to get maybe 5 of us standing at the bar drinking and paying for drinks...to hurry up and sit down....just for the waitstaff to take forever to come over. I get it, big party, give them time to decide....but if you are attentive and acknowledge your customers who HAD TO WAIT to sit and then you charged them gratuity for individual drinks....the least you could do is GET YOUR ASS IN GEAR. I asked for a few napkins for our side of the table--we had 10 people--the waitress, I shit you not---went down to the other side to pick up the THREE napkins she dropped off on their end and brought them to our end. HEY CHEAP ASS, we are still spending money here & you are GUARANTEED 18%.....I think the Cesar's on Clark BLOWS THIS PLACE AWAY. I've been going to the one on Clark since I was 18...I'm 34...Cesar's on Clark for life. Me no like Broadway.
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Kelly D.

I have been coming here for a few years and never left a review. At my last visit I had an unexpected surprised, so it sparked my review. This place does their margaritas just right. I love their frozen, but you can't really go wrong either way. I can literally get pretty hammered on two margaritas, and the pitcher two of us can't even finish. The booze price here is kinda average, but I was really taken aback at a $9 mimosa. Are you kidding? I hope they go to the orchard and hand pick the oranges. This last trip was during their brunch hours, but we stuck to the regular menu. We ordered two apps - queso fondito with chorizo (a MUST HAVE), and their pulled pork quesadillas (also pretty delicious). We were already full after that, but had ordered entrees too. My boyfriend had the shrimp tacos, which were seasoned phenomenally. I had the fried tilapia tacos, which I found really dry, but still good. The pineapple salsa on top seemed to be not-juicy either. No room for dessert. Service was kinda slow. We watched tables around us get food even though we had been seated a good 15 minutes beforehand, which is always a disappointing factor. We also did not get the soup - which has been complimentary here and there, but everyone around us did. When we asked for the check before we got our entrees, the waiter seemed upset, and gave us complimentary shots. It was a nice finish - sweet rumchata/strawberry that was chilled. It wasn't necessary but was appreciated. We just had a show to get to. We have come with groupons before, and we have also come without groupons. We did not mention this at the beginning of service. What we did notice (and what I had mentioned earlier in regards to "why I wrote this review), was the signs that claimed that a 18% service charge from the original bill was applied to all groupons. Are you kidding me? That is some shady stuff. We always tip on the original bill, and we tip 20%. Now we won't leave anything. It makes you wonder if it's worth getting a groupon, which they are pretty known for, especially if your service isn't worth the 18%. Overall - good food, good drinks. Beware of the groupon nonsense. They don't include that in their fine print on the Groupon site. Perhaps something to dispute? Otherwise would have been five stars.
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Allison L.

A party of 4 of us came to this location since the one on Clark was closed and were in need of a margarita. After this visit I can honestly say I will never be back. There was a 20 min wait when we walked in and no room at the bar, but nbd. We tried to sit outside but was told it was cash only so we end up getting cash and it starts to downpour... After 10 more mins we were seated inside and each were able to order our margaritas within 10 mins. 2 of the girls in my group decided on a 2nd marg while I sat round 2 out and the boy in our group requested a Corona. The 2 margaritas came out no problem but the Corona was being delayed. He must have asked our waitress at least 3 times and tried to get her attention numerous times but she did not pay attention. The restaurant was fairly full but not overwhelmingly packed where it would take her more than 5 mins to get him a beer. Finally after witnessing him trying to get the waitress's attention for so long, the bartender handed my friend a beer. Now I don't want to sound accusatory but my friend is black and I would hope she was not being racist towards him. It just seems odd to me that the margaritas for the 2 girls in my group took 5 mins while the beer took forever..... Our total was slightly over $100....not a fan that the 18% gratuity was included on checks over $100 since she would not have gotten that much tip from me. Choose Cesar's Clark
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Christine L.

My boyfriend and I came in after an eventful morning wanting to have lunch outside. After asking to be seated outside we were informed that it was cash only. Since we didn't have cash we decided to sit inside and they seated us secluded in an empty corner of the restaurant. It just felt awkward so we left. After reading the reviews about the service and food I'm so happy that I didn't waste a penny at this location. Having a cash only outside seating sounds odd to me too.
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Melissa S.

Ate here religiously for 10 years. Had great service & ok service but i still returned. That all stopped when I received HORRIBLE service. I can't remember the servers name, but clearly he belongs working alone & not w/the public as he seemingly hates his job & wants everyone he encounters to suffer. I ordered my drink, & he told me that they did not make that. Ummmmm excuse me, but after 10 years of patronizing this establishment, I'm pretty certain about my drink! Complained to Steve, & he didn't seem to care. Needless to say, I've yet to return & will not spend my money in an establishment that doesn't serve up good customer service!
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Chris T.

Came here for a birthday bash on a Saturday night. Place was decent enough, though the security made me feel like I was somewhere sketchy rather than on Broadway. The place itself was a bit rundown and was surprisingly empty for a Saturday. As for the most important part: the Margaritas! They were great. And the different flavors made it fun. The Mango one was especially delicious. The food was all decent enough. I had some mini wraps from the "Lighter Side" side of the menu that were good, though pretty small for the price. Everyone seemed satisfied with their food. But I don't think I'd ever come back for the food specifically - this is more a place to go with a group and get rowdy over cocktails.
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Kassidy W.

I wanted to give Cesar's one star but I couldn't because the staff was so incredibly nice. That's the only good thing I have to say about it though. The food was awful. My boyfriend & I got carry out and were excited to try the food. Our excitement was short lived. The food was bland, tasteless and VERY VERY VERY DRY. He had the enchilada platter and I tried the three mini burritos, both had sauce on them but were still dry. His enchiladas were steak filled, mine were chicken, both meats were tasteless and had an awful texture. All in all... It was an absolutely waste of $25. I tried to call wondering if it was a fluke or a mess up but have not gotten a response. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.
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Caroline J.

I've been to Cesar's a few times for dinner and drinks and it's always been a solid choice for Mexican. I really like their chips and salsa - thin, crispy chips and salsa with just enough heat for me. I've gotten the quesadillas, which are always good, and the guacamole, which is tasty but could use a kick. I really enjoy the variety of flavored margaritas they have and feel like this ensures that I'll never be drinking the syrupy sweet mess that some restaurants call a margarita. However, they are definitely expensive and I'm not sure that I'm getting my money's worth of booze in there. It's definitely a great place to fall back on - you know everything will always be good. But for the price, you could probably find a cheaper place to get the same quality of food.
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Ryan B.

Cesar's is great for groups. The food is pretty good. It's definitely Americanized Mexican, but it's still pretty tasty. If you're going here, it's for margaritas. They have a nice variety. They seem to always have a Groupon going, so buy that before you go!
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Michael P.

Awesome quick service. Food and drinks are delicious. Our server, Yasmine was amazing!
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Sasha B.

I usually avoid places on yelp with less than 4 stars, but decided to take a risk; this was a mistake. I love mexican food, and I love margaritas. However, Cesar's failed in every aspect of my MINIMAL requirements for mexican food/restaurant service in general. I will break down all of their nuances and problems by categories: Reservations: THEY DONT TAKE THEM Granted we knew this coming in and that it was national margarita day when we went, we were expecting a little wait. I was told 45 minutes when I put my party's name on the list. An hour later one of the hostess' walked by and finally asked if we were still waiting for a table. I'm not sure what else anyone would be doing in their front lobby except waiting for a table, but alas she did help up and about 10 minutes later we finally got a table. The Menu/Food: mediocre at best The menu is small. While many options look tasty, they definitely dont come out as good as they sound. Also, they do NO SUBSTITUTIONS in their menu. I find this hilarious considering most of their items they build up, like tacos or burritos, so what is the harm in putting rice in something instead of beans? The portions also were really small for the price. I was shocked when they had NO special for national margarita day. Nothing; my friends and I made the mistake of turning down buy one get one free half price pitchers at our favorite casual mexican place hoping they would have something here instead (and we were wrong). The Margaritas: ehh.... I love margaritas, and I have probably tried almost all of the best in the city, so I am a little biased. However unless you dont care for a quality margarita and just want some fun fruity drink, this place has that. As a lover of a plain, on the rocks, lime, with salt marg, it was disappointing. The Bill: NO SPLIT CHECKS First, if you choose to sit in the lounge, be aware you have to pay in cash only (they do have an ATM). For the regular restaurant they take up to 2 credit cards per bill (which in my opinion is annoying and discourages big parties from coming). It took us forever to get the bill also. I have read other reviews about making sure to check the bill and ours was fine with no unordered items. The Service: might as well serve myself No one seemed to care that we were paying customers. While waiting for our table we went to the bar upstairs and tried to get drinks, as the hostess suggested. The bar tender gave us a menu...after standing there for 10 minutes, and then never came back to take our orders. Our waitress once we got seated barely came by at all. It was also really loud in the restaurant to the point where our waitress had to scream at us just so we could hear her and we could barely talk to one another at our table. Overall, I wouldnt say Cesar's was the worst place. Maybe if we came on a less busy day, not a weekend, and werent expecting too much it would be okay. But considering all their little nuances like no reservations combined with terrible service , it will be hard to convince me to come here again.
(1)
Dami A.

A friend and I came pretty close to closing time but the waiters were very patient and didn't rush us out. Great customer service! They were very helpful in helping us make a decision as to what margarita to get. Both the mango AND the strawberry margaritas were amazing. The price of the tacos are worth the portion size- I was nice and full afterwards. Nice,clean setting. Will be coming back!
(5)
Chris W.

why did you bump up your delivery minimum like a bunch of losers
(1)
Nic W.

Very disappointed. Cesar's used to be a good neighborhood place but has lost its appeal. Poor service and management that is not customer focused (even arguing with customers). After coming for years, will not be back and will not recommend.
(1)
La Tonya G.

The update that I'm doing has nothing to do with the food or drinks because the food was just as good as the last time I went...this review is about their 18% they add to the bill if you use Groupon which at the end of the day doesn't makes you save much money. I bought the 25 for 50 Groupon and our bill was 63.17, the tax 5.34 and our 18% mandated was 11.34 which made our bill over 80 dollars and my final bill over 30 dollars. So I could have dined here without the Groupon and saved almost 10 dollars. Now don't get me wrong I'm a huge fan of Groupon but not restaurants that find away to recoup the money that they call a deal. When you finish your experience with Cesars although it may have great food and drinks if you use Groupon with them you are the one that is over paying. Enjoy Cesars but go without a Groupon!!! It's a shame they changed policy because Groupon is how I found out about them and the reason I continued to come back! I will still be back but not with a Groupon I don't need to pay for a company or restaurant to screw me out of money when it is suppose to be a deal! One last thought Groupon should have a disclaimer on their site for businesses that charge a mandatory gratuity on the bill so the customer will know they really aren't getting 25 for 50 after they add up the bill...I should have paid 18 after my Groupon but I paid 30 and too me that makes a difference and the customer should know!
(5)
Ella M.

I had a Groupon and decided to try it out with my mom. Our food was great, the waiter was super nice, and the margaritas were great!
(5)
C R.

Quick rundown: Salsa--Didn't seem fresh. Looked like watery tomato paste and lacked fresh tomato chunks. Commentary soup--Tasted like tomato soup with angel hair pasta in it. Very odd. Queso fondito--Big disappointed. Bland. The chorizo was burned and flavorless and the cheese was rubbery. I will not be back. Margarita--it was fine. Nothing special to me.
(2)
Rachel S.

I am never mad when I go to Cesar's for a few reasons. First, I expect it to be decent, but not mind-blowing, Americanized Mexican food. I do not expect authenticity. I do not expect to be impressed the way I am at, let's say, Frontera. I expect there to be cheese and meat and sauce. I expect the margaritas to be strong and for the crowd to be a little pedestrian and unhinged. I've been here twice, had fajitas and the enchiladas suizas, and fundido to start. I was moderately pleased with everything I ordered. It met my expectations. They are not stingy about chips and salsa, although the salsa is a little thin and over onion-ed. I feel like the margaritas were a lot stronger at the other location on Clark. Honestly, last time I was there, I did not need the strongest margarita of my life, but they were a little weak. Service was decent. The cash only lounge is great for a large group or a party. And they even scared up a candle for my friend's birthday cake. So, in conclusion, as long as your expectations are placed at the right level, you will have a lovely time at Cesar's!
(3)
N T.

1 - Telling me how you are going to take my money is never a warm way to welcome anyone to a restaurant. It is nonsense to tell me you will not divdd up a bill and even worse that is the first thing that was said to us when we walked in. 2 - 18% tip for what? It is basic table service to write down who ordered what, so when the food comes out a man isn't yelling "quesadilla? quesadilla? quesadilla?" This is incredibly poor service and someone should train the waitstaff and runner better. I am stunned this place is in business given how poor the service is, because the food was unremarkable. For what it is worth, I've never been to a place this awful in Mexico.
(1)
Billy C.

Me and a few friends went a few months ago and two of us got enchiladas and afterwards we both got super nauseous and sick! Never will eat there again!
(1)
Jennie B.

The sopa de fideo that comes out first was surprisingly good. Otherwise nothing to write home about, but I didn't try the margaritas.
(3)
Jeff K.

The food at the Cesar's on Clark is bad, everyone knows it but no one cares because they go there to get drunk. Their domain name is killermargaritas.com and the huge neon "Killer Margaritas" sign is bigger than the smaller neon "Cesar's" sign on their building. Fair enough, we get it. Now everyone knows that you can get good Mexican food at one of the thousand taquerias on just about any block in Chicago, but sometimes you want to go to a place that will serve you good-enough Mexican fare and a tasty margarita. Cesar's on Broadway used to be in our Mexican-with-bar rotation in East Lakeview along with El Jardin, El Mariachi, etc. A month or two ago Lynn K. and I had a pretty bad dinner at Cesar's. Our first at that location. Chalking it up to bad luck, we went again tonight. Same thing. My "steak super burrito" barely had any steak on it. I'm not kidding -- it was all tortilla and lettuce. And the steak I did encounter was bad: Chewy and flavorless. Looking back, it should've been clear: They've been on Groupon forever. Successful businesses aren't on Groupon. We also go an email from Cesar's a couple of months ago saying that they were making the margaritas at that location EVEN STRONGER. Clearly they aren't trying to bring in people to enjoy their food. Sadly, Cesar's is now out of the rotation. If you want strong margaritas, go to Cesar's. If you want anything better than mediocre food, go elsewhere.
(2)
Cesar R.

All margaritas are pre-made! They can't even make you a fresh one! What's the point of having a bar yet alone a place for Margaritas! Oh, since they're pre-made that means you can't even can't premium tequila in your margarita so you shall have to settle for Sauza!! FAIL!!!!
(1)
Taylor B.

Maybe it's because I wasn't dulling my senses with their margarita's this time, but the food is really sub-par. And it came back to haunt me in a big way later that night. Is there a thing called Cesar's revenge? There is now. Service was fine. Prices were fair. But I'd rather spend a lil' more for a lot more quality. Booooooooo.
(2)
Monique U.

I bought a groupon for this place and I wish i didn't. After reading the reviews I thought, it can't be that bad. I mean, how can you mess up mexican food? My fiancee and I arrived at 7pm on a Friday night and were seated right away. I didn't really like sitting at the top of the stairs, but oh well, at least we got a table right? Service was fine, I ordered a peach margarita and my fiancee got a coronoa. Peach margaritas were made with some kind of syrup and it was sickly sweet. For $11 per margarita, why can't you use real frozen fruit? I got a lime margarita and it was better, but still, not worth the money. So I ordered tostadas and my fiancee got the fajitas. Before hand, we surprisingly got soup, which was some kind of tomato broth. I usually eat everything but this soup was flavorless and reminded me of campbells. Food really lacked flavor. My steak wasn't juicy at all and we asked the server for hot sauce to help get the food down. Service was fine though. We didn't encounter any mean people. I seriously think chipotle is better and so much cheaper. Our bill came to $70 for 2 margaritas, 2 coronas, fajitas, and tostadas. I had a $50 groupon and still had to pay $20 for tax and an automatic 18% gratuity (which is posted on the wall everywhere --- fair enough) I actually feel like I got ripped off even after paying $45 for it all. I did bring cash after seeing previous postings. I didn't want to attempt trying to get my credit card refund. Save yourself the money and go to Jewel and get a jose cuervo margarita mix for $11 and a $3 chipotle taco. I wish I had!!!
(1)
Tracy D.

I've been coming to Cesar's for at least 5 years. Have enjoyed countless pitchers and MEGAs of frozen mango margs. Usually bring out of town friends here with the tagline of "margs as big as your head". Was disappointed when this Broadway location stopped serving the "MEGA" size. They decreased the regular glass size and increased prices on the one-size glass and the pitchers. I still keep coming, though. For whatever reason the super sweet margaritas plus sub-par food is exactly what I need after a shitty day at work! Was just there yesterday and enjoyed the Quesadillas and the Tamale Entree. Was there about three weeks ago for the Chilles Rellenos which was decent, too. If you want the Mega size, the Belmont location still offers them. I'll continue to be a Cesar's fan and come back again & again. But I have one gripe which I'm surprised I have not seen mentioned in any other review for either location. I've dined here many times with and without a Groupon. But, in the past year I noticed they continue to tax Groupon users on the full amount of their bill, instead of adjusting the taxes after the Groupon amount is deducted. After dining here with friends a month ago, I asked our waitress why our taxes weren't adjusted after the Groupon amount was subtracted from our subtotal. She claimed they aren't supposed to adjust the taxes. I told the waitress that actually in Illinois you are supposed to adjust the taxes so that we're paying taxes on the sale amount, not the original amount, and she just repeated herself that they're not supposed to. Obviously the owner or someone in charge made the decision to tax all Groupon customers on their full bill amount, which is against Section 2-10 of the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act.... if anyone cares! I'm still a fan of Cesar's, but don't support them illegally collecting twice as much in taxes from Groupon customers. They sell thousands of Groupons a year, so they are collecting a substantial amount off of customers with this tax issue; and customers are paying more in taxes then they're legally required. Never experienced this at any other restaurant in Chicago. It's usually common sense after your Groupon is handed over or scanned, the bill comes back with an adjusted subtotal as well as adjusted taxes. I don't hold this against Cesar's as a business, yet, because I'm a fan of their goods! But please get this issue sorted out. It's irking knowing they are getting away with it, especially as a returning customer who's aware of it each time.... For anyone else who likes knowing when they're properly or improperly being charged re: IL sales tax on Groupons: revenue.state.il.us/Legaâ€¦
(4)
Veronica A.

I really but really enjoy the food, drinks and the environment Best restaurants ever Ooh FYI Don't bother to dine in at their other locations (on Clark and Belmont) very bad!!!!!! Service!!!!!
(5)
Arianna D.

great service and the best frozen margaritas i've ever had! and they have groupons pretty often so thats a huge plus!
(5)
Sandra P.

I used to live a block away from this place on Broadway. So naturally I was obligated to try it. Y'know.....Killer Margaritas and all... Food is pretty good, but you mostly go there for the margaritas...which are DELICIOUS. I am usually a regular margarita drinker, but the blood orange margarita....was a large glass of deliciousness! Being the lightweight I am, two of those things had me nice and bubbly. I will return to you one day, Killer Margarita-Land.... Also, I have never been to the one on Clark (literally two blocks away) Not for a specific reason....I just haven't.
(4)
Colleen P.

Absolutely best Mexican I have ever experienced! First off before we even walked in, I said I wanted to sit upstairs so we could look at the street from above and they actually sat us there without me even having to say anything, which was really cool. The chips and salsa are so good! Dig into that for sure! We came for a Groupon which also helps make it a great experience because our bill was $55 down to $15...awesome right?! We had a pitcher of the killer margaritas, they were amazing, which I think is the usual here :) After a few of those we had our dinners, I had the taco dinner...soooo good! We stayed until closing on a Sunday night but they didn't seem to mind. I would definitely check this place out!!!
(5)
Carlos S.

This place is known for it's margaritas. Besides that, their food is actually sub-par when it comes to Chicago's other Mexican offerings. Their sauces are mild and have no complexity or spice. Their cheeses and tortillas are nothing to write home about, especially if you grew up eating homemade Mexican food. The alcohol helps lubricate the whole experience, I guess. You get large portions to help soak up those strong and delicious margaritas that come in fresh, fruity flavors. It's too bad that they did away with the different sizes. You can only order one size now. They do bring you a round of tequila shots. I'm not sure if this is just for larger bills, but I think you get a shot with every round you order. Don't come here for the food. Come here if you need some happy hour buzziness and some decent food to help quell those drunken hunger cravings.
(2)
Rob S.

The good: margaritas are excellent with many different flavor options to choose from. Server was very nice. The bad: service is so slow. It took 50 minutes to get a table on a Friday night and then took another 45 minutes for food to come out after ordering. Chipotle has proved that Mexican food doesn't take long to make. Not sure what the challenge was to get out two quesadillas and two burritos in less than 15 minutes, let alone 45. The ugly: I expect a 45 minute burrito to make me have a mouth-gasm. I got the opposite. The thing was empty. Barely any meat. Mostly tortilla is what I got. I ate half the damn thing and left the rest for the rats. The quesadillas were alright but, it's a quesadilla- hard to mess that up.
(2)
Kitty K.

You must try the beautifully crafted blood orange pomegranate margarita, it is amazing! I've been here many times, and I must say I've had a great experience every time. I don't know if it's just me, but whenever I stop in there are free tequila shots on the house, and I always get a free soup at the beginning. I am a soup hater, but their soup is delicious, and totally add some lime to it, makes it even more yummy. I wish I knew the guy's name that served me two times, I know we introduced ourselves, but I am just so bad with names; he is young, bubbly, and has such a pleasant accent. Although I know many places have phenomenal food, this place has amazing service! That is definitely what will keep me coming back!
(5)
G M.

Got a $50 Groupon for $25 so I met some friends there for lunch on a weekday. The place was pretty empty so we got right in. We each drank and ate. I like my steak but my 2 friends did not care for their meals at all. The margaritas were average. I liked the orange. None of us liked the strawberry. But there is a great variety. The real problem came with the bill. Since we were using a Groupon there is an 18% gratuity added. That is fine because the server was very friendly and gave us a round of shots. But we had asked for more salsa and extra chips for the nachos. One person got extra sour cream. All these things appeared on the bill and were pretty pricey. With the Groupon we spent over $100 for three meals and 7 drinks (not counting the shots). Kind of pricey for something that is just average. I can see why the lunch business is slow. Looking back we should have gotten a pitcher of margaritas but that kind of takes the fun away from trying all the flavors.
(2)
Jevita N.

Great food... but sprint can't get any phone service. Couldn't yelp !!! Lol GREAT food! The wait may be long, but the food and drinks are well worth it. We really enjoyed our food! Plus they often have groupons, make the food taste even better.
(5)
Andre W.

I think its funny that the two Killer Margarita joints are like 10 mins away from each other.... The only difference I see between the two is that at this location there is an upper and lower level. I got a seat at the bar on the lower level and were joined by two friends. We did the damn thang on some big ass margaritas and left with a nice buzz...the way a Saturday nite should be done! Not a place I would think about trying the food though.
(4)
Monica M.

After visiting this place I really wonder what the huge hype is about. I like a lot of others visited this place one because I had a Groupon (which they charge a automatic 18% gratuity on) and two everyone raved about their supsoedly killer margaritas. The food- Subpar in fact cold when it arrived to our table The margarita's -Not to killer- in fact it tasted like watered down juice to me. I was expecting to at least leave with a small buzz but nothing. Our waitress was lovely and the service was pretty good, but I'm not sold on the restaurant at all.
(1)
Barbara R.

Great service, great portions, good spices. It's always great food there. Didn't like being charged 50 cents for chopped onion. That' cheap.
(4)
Michael S.

Staff here does a wonderful job. Friendly, cheerful, responsive. That being said, that's all this place has going for it. "Killer Margaritas" means come in to party. It does not mean we have good margaritas. When you ask for the best margarita they have to offer, and they can serve it in 30 seconds, it's clear they are pouring it from a premix. That is not serving you a real margarita. To add insult to injury, we were the only three people sitting in front of the screen at the bar watching a bowl game, and they changed the channel to something else. Want to party? Come on down. Want a quality margarita? Sorry, not here.
(2)
Earbert F.

Great margarita's and plenty of finger food options to try while drinking!!! They have more than a few different types of margarita's and they will definitely get you right. I'd say try the mini spinach wraps to go with Blood Orange & Passion Fruit w/ Pomegranate margarita and you can't go wrong!!! And for my two cents I like the one on Broadway more than the Clark location. Better dating atmosphere...
(4)
Joann V.

Super tasty margaritas! We tried the pina coolada, raspberry, and mango. My boyfriend's Carne Asada was my favorite.
(3)
Mark K.

Came here, was seated upstairs due to no available seats when they didn't look busy at all. The bad part about upstairs is that it is cash only. When we were upstairs we sat for 20 min and where not approached by anyone. Never coming here again!
(1)
Hannah P.

LOVE the margaritas here...PERIOD. They don't call it Killer Margaritas for nothing. Food is good too but I always end up ordering the Bare-it-all-Rito. Light and flavorful.
(4)
Clayton W.

From the chips, to the margaritas, to the food itself, I would say this place would fit in nicely at any major American airport. 2 stars for attentive service.
(2)
Samantha M.

We had a terrible experience. They won't seat you unless 95% of the party is present. They will not split the check. Cash only. Tip is automatically 18% regardless. You can't even order at the bar with a card. Any birthday treats are extra. (Flan or ice cream with a candle) we tried to make it work with management and if you are more than 15 min late your reservation is gone. We waited over 30 min for food. Overall the service was beyond terrible. Do not try to bring a big party here. Disappointment awaits. I've been here before with 1 person. Not authentic at all.
(1)
Shannon H.

We went this past April for my birthday and I was less than thrilled with the food and service. When we arrived only half of my party was there, I understand you can't seat everyone until the whole party is there but the other half coudn't find parking. 15 min went by and I was told only at that point that after 15 min they give up your reservation and if another party comes along they will give it up. Keep in mind they put an 18% service charge on EVERYTHING. We ordered drinks at the bar and the gratuity was even added to that which surprised me, food is one thing but I found that excessive. We were also sat on the third floor which wasn't a huge deal but I found it weird it was cash only and the menu was different from what I had seen online so it may have been a smaller selection than the rest of the restaurant. Our margairtas were so so nothing like I expected from the hype they have on their website and the food wasn't anything special. I could've had better Mexican food in Rockford which isn't saying much. I had also asked for cilantro added to my tacos and was just told flat out no. Then after about a 5 min convo on why I can't add it he told me it would be extra which I was fine with but I didn't understand why it was so hard to do in the first place. I had also seen churros on their online menu and they weren't on their menu upstairs, not sure if they had a seperate dessert menu but it wasnt something we were offered and after the fiasco about being sat we were running late as it was. But basically I didn't meet one friendly person working here and would not recommend this place to anyone. You could probably get better mexican food and service at the cheesecake factory.
(1)
sonia g.

We were on vacation and my husband decided to take me out to have some Margarita's in his hometown. The service was very nice and they were polite but I honestly did not know there was a time limit to drinking our drinks and finishing up our meals. We ordered another pitcher of margarita's and honestly if they would have told us they were closing we would have not ordered the second pitcher. They rushed us out and when I went to complain the manager honestly didn't care and he actually told me to my face my opinion didn't matter. I was so offended and honestly wouldn't return just because of how we were treated. Very disappointed.
(1)
Brandon V.

We sat at the bar due to not wanting to wait for a table. The bartender got pretty busy shortly after we arrived (mostly with people he apparently knew) and much less attentive. We waited about 15 minutes for him to just take my card and process it so we could leave after getting the check. The food was just okay. Even though it's just around the corner from my place, I don't think I'll be in any rush to get back again.
(2)
Drew B.

What a TERRIBLE experience. I'll make this brief... I came in on a Wednesday night and was sat on the patio with a friend. 10 minutes later... we were greeted and forcefully asked what we wanted... Umm I'd like a hello my name is "&^%$#" and I'll be helping you this evening! I asked for a margarita with only lime and tequila blended, and being that it was a Mexican restaurant I thought for sure it wouldn't be a problem. Apparently they can't blend only tequila and lime... it has to be the pre-made mix. Not sure I understand... 15 minutes later... drinks arrive 7 minutes later... we get to order 35 minutes later ...Food comes and I discover that the server doesn't know the difference between chicken and steak. The server thought he was hot and tried to remember the order without writing it down... Well Freddy, I would be more impressed if you got the order correct. 1 minute later... im about to stab myself in the eye with my fork or run into traffic because I discover sour cream on my torta!!!! I politely asked for no sour cream... 30 minutes after that our plates are cleared and the check arrives. Pay with only cash outside!? Doesn't make any sense Cesar... Some key takeaways, expect terribly slow service and possibly an entrÃ©e you didn't order.
(1)
Becky B.

No idea what all the hype was about. Never been to a place where they charge you for extra chips and salsa, but this place did! Really, I'm not a hard person to please when it comes to food but seriously... The most unauthentic Mexican cuisine I have ever had. Their small guacamole is about 5 bucks, you get a tablespoon full. The tamales - just don't even think about ordering them - unless of course you like cheese melted on top of a pile of dry tamale mix. I've had better salsa from Aldi's. I know I'm being a complete Negative Nancy but it isn't that difficult to get Mexican right. And I really wanted to like them. Anyway, glad I had a Groupon but I won't ever be coming back to Cesar's - even for the "killer margaritas" which was $11 and you get about 6 oz. of margarita. Totally not worth it. Go to Los Napoles.
(1)
Amelia B.

Perhaps this is a sign that I drink too much, but I'm not feeling the "killer margarita." No, literally, I didn't feel it. Perhaps the alcohol was negated by the 1 million grams of sugar that sent me into a diabetes coma. If you are not a sweet drink person (like me), steer clear of any of the flavored ones. Even the regular was sickenly sweet. The food is standard Americanized Mexican food: huge portions, lots of cheese, and overly salty to make up for any lack of real flavor. Fajitas were a bit of a disappointment as I believe there was more grease than veggies. On busy nights, service is a bit absent, especially if you are seated outside. On one occasion, I actually had to go in to the bar myself to get a water refill because our server disappeared for..ever. Outdoor seating is ok, but it's a busy street and rather noisy. And the basement is creepy. Like an-axe-murderer-is-going-to-jump-out-and-grab-you creepy. Last time I was there, the outdoor area was cash only. Not sure if that's still the case, but they did not warn us beforehand (annoying).
(2)
chris l.

I paid $5 dollars for $40 worth of food and drink (first time Grouponing) and will always remember this as the worst Mexican food I've ever had. The service wasn't polished, but wasn't lacking, and the margaritas were what we really came for. No complaints about the drinks, really. The food; the chips were either purchased or stale, and the entrees seemed to be garnished with the meat of your choice, rather than filled. I used to frequent the location on Clark, and remember going back often, so it was probably closer to edible. Maybe margaritas clouded my judgment. I don't enjoy trashing a business, but I have to go on record and say that this was the most disappointing meal I've had in a long, long time.
(2)
Kimberly F.

Delicious food that is moderately priced with KILLER MARGARITAS. Seriously the margs are a great deal. Even though they are $14 for the largest they will put you in for the night. Love this place. Can't get enough of it!
(5)
Amanda M.

Had a party in upstairs special seating area. Limited menu. Ordered a chicken torta and passion-fruit margarita. When our food finally came...literally took nearly an hour and the waiter got some of our orders wrong, why the eff did my torta come with a side of mayo??? My torta itself tasted fine, except it tasted like a chicken sandwich from BK. Never tasted anything less Mexican...wasn't expecting Pilsen quality but damn. Then the flavor of my margarita tasted so weird that it actually made me throw up...yeah they're "killer" alright esp. its price. At least the waiter knew she messed up and gave the birthday girl free shots...
(1)
Alissa S.

Yum! They have great mini burritos and taco salads! You can get massive margaritas and there are a lot of different flavors to choose from! They always give you chips and salsa and also soup for free. If you go with a group of friends and order drinks they usually give you a free shot of tequila.
(4)
Jessica A.

I have been to Cesar's several times with groups of friends and family. I enjoy the margaritas not only for their size but also their punch. They are most certainly killer, but I will agree with some reviews that the addition of sour mix does take away from the drink. I am usually very choosy about my margs and I hate that sweet taste, but I come to Cesar's knowing exactly what to expect. And to reiterate, they will most certainly knock you out. Their food is good as well, though not anything that will wow you. Their large guacamole was not exactly large, the way their drinks are. However it was fresh and delicious. Some of their vegetarian options are good, my favorite is the spinach quesadilla and the veggie enchiladas. All in all, it's a fun place that is great for groups, parties, or just a random Monday night!
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Natalie N.

I would love to give this place zero stars if possible- this place is awful!!!! Last Saturday (the first warm day in Chicago) my bf and I stopped in for dinner. 1) Service was awful- Took 15+ mins to get our drinks (2 beers) 20+mins to get our guac 30+ mins to get our food- we orderd 2 of the most simple dishes on the menu- salad and a wrap When I asked when our food would be coming the response was "I don't know- the kitchen is really busy"?! ---seriously? 2) Food Quality- Poor Salsa was watery Guac- average and there was a hair in it!!!!!!!!!!:( we were so hungry and werent certain that it wasnt one of ours My bf's wrap had low quality chopped turkey that did not look appetizing 3)Cleanliness- Poor Apparently getting a CLEAN plate is a lot to ask bc after asking for new ones- we were brought another 2 plates that were also dirty/grimey looking Overall there's just a general lack of caring from the company on it's operations. Though the staff was friendly, they all seemed to be uninformed and not especially concerned with speed or quality of service. I'm surprised this place is able to survive on a street with so many other options. Do Not Come here!
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Andrea H.

The margaritas are amazing and come in lots of great flavors!! The food is just so-so, and service leaves something to be desired. I'd actually give them closer to a 3.5 overall. This place is great for a fun night out with the girls, especially if you're in the mood for a 'killer' margarita. Btw, if your torn on size, always go bigger; totally worth if for the dollar difference!
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Jessica M.

Cesar's....where should I start? It was supposedly an evening to bid farewell and speak of futures and dreams. Cesar's is on a completely different theme. Our original intentions was to dine at L**** but only to realize they are no longer open on Sunday evenings. Bummer! My friend then suggested trying out Cesar's since they're almost always packed on weekends. We arrived and I noticed the full name: "Cesar's: Home of the Killer Margaritas." Hmm...okay.....word of advice is to never entrust your dinner options to a friend who is food-illiterate.... To move on, we were promptly seated and we had: complimentary nachos, complimentary soup, Cesar's taco dinner, and handmade tamales. The complimentary soup was a light chicken and tomato broth simmered with angel hair pasta and topped with cilantro. It had a very limey flavor and the angel hair was in tiny shreds. I probably finished half of the cup. As for the entrees, I had my hard-shell tacos served with steak. The steak was well-marinated and a bit chewy. The taco was filling and stuffed, and average in an overall sense. My friend had the handmade tamales served with chicken. I didn't get a chance to try it but she really enjoyed it. On a lighter note, we didn't get a chance to try their killer margaritas. If we had, it would've probably been a more enjoyable evening but it was a Sunday evening and we weren't in the mood for alcohol. Some of the other tables around us disagreed and helped themselves to several rounds of margaritas and rowdiness.
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Dale J.

The food is excellent, although I wish there were a few more menu options. The margaritas are also quite good. The place gets phenomenally busy, so really try to get there early. You might also want to skip the outdoor seating in prime time, service takes longer there. Outdoors can be wonderful in afternoon, however.
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Lali D.

This place was awful! I just went last night & it was my 1st time & it will be my very last. There was a freaking CHEWED GUM in the bottom of the salsa dip Me & friends found out after we ate our food & continue to eat the rest of the chips, & the way we found out was cause my lucky ass tasted the chewed up gum in my mouth when I took a bite of the chip with salsa. The manager said they don't recycle the salsa for the customers. Then that means that fucking gum was in a bigger batch of salsa being contaminated for all customers!!! The manager just gave my plate on the house & free shots for all my friends & a free drink coupon. You be judge does that make up for my awful experience??? & what about my friends? they all ate from that same salsa batch!
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Andy J.

Awesome groupon deal I used for killer margaritas, tacos, and tequila shots! Would recommend!
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Nataliya A.

4 stars for the amazing margaritas, 2.5 for the service... so we have a 3 star rating. Get the margaritas that are frozen, not over ice. They have a large variety and are all very yummy. The guacamole is very yummy also. The male servers are pretty rude, at least those that were upstairs when we were there. ** Notes: They only take cash upstairs. They will seat you only if your whole party is there.
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Jenna S.

How have I not been hanging out here the ENTIRE time I've lived in Chicago? The margs are killer, in case you haven't noticed, and that's the best way they could be. The margs will knock you on your butt, so prepare to public trans or cab it back to your house when you're done. First, they have a "light menu", which is awesome. Generally, a lot of Mexican food is fried and has a lot of refried beans all over the place, which is not conducive to the "health conscious" folks out there. The burrito bowl (a la Chipotle) was an excellent choice and super flavorful. The price was also totally reasonable (under $9) and you can add avocado for a small charge. The margaritas are really super killer, so be careful. I recommend getting a pitcher since it's the most price-friendly, especially if you're splitting with a few friends. I love the classic margarita, on the rocks and a glass with tons of extra salt. There's way too many choices of flavors here, so go crazy if you want. Honestly, delish. Every time I've come, it hasn't been packed, which is nice. I could see this place becoming full of Lakeview douches later in the evening, but the 8:00 p.m. hour seems to be reasonably busy without too much douchery.
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Lindsay F.

This place was TERRIBLE! The service was awful. Took 45 minutes to get seated and when we finally did and placed our orders we were told that it would be a while. We waited over an hour to get our food. I ordered another drink and it was sent to the wrong table. My friend ordered a diet coke and it took 15 minutes to get that! If you want to go to check out their other location its amazing.
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Martin P.

You know how you see the groupons and if you read the fine print there is a required 18% tip? This place needs it the service sucks. Went there around 6 pm on Saturday and was told there was a 15 min wait for a table after 20 mins ppl in my party started to go downstairs to the bathroom, each one of us saw tons of empty seats after 35 mins the hostess leads us downstairs to the empty seating area. There we were given some black n white, "cash only, menu that was basically a carbon copy of the one on the website and the ones we usually get upstairs. When we asked to get something off the regular menu (carne asada) they said no only what was there, then we asked about the "cash only" and they said no "we could pay with credit cards". The server was pissy because we only ordered drinks and had the chips and salsa and did not want anything from their bootleg menu. If it was something that happened frequently it should have said "special menu" on Saturday" but all we got was bs and bad service and this wasn't the first time. We were glad we did not get the groupon featuring this restaurant and will probably go to a real Mexican restaurant in the future where they offer everything on the menu,. Honestly giving this restaurant one star is a stretch.
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Reuven F.

Awful staff. Would never return. The GM is very unprofessional and doesn't listen to your problems (just says he is busy). I wish I could give negative stars for this awful place.
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Mayra F.

Groupon sux! The food has no seasoning! Would of been able to cook better at home. Manager PJ NOT HELPFUL. Waitresses are nice. Bug in my water. Great neighborhood
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M H.

Don't get me wrong, I love Cesar's, but I'm mad about their Groupon deal. My friend was having his birthday party at Cesar's, so I bought the deal for him as a gift... I called and asked Cesar's if our group, since there were at least 15 of us going (not a normal party of 4 or whatever), could use more than one Groupon. No - only one Groupon per group. Didn't turn out to be much of a deal after all, we saved $15, and our bill will be $150 at a minimum. They should at least do, like, one Groupon per 5 people, or per 8 even - then we could at least use 2. On top of that, I live right by Cesar's, and because I bought that Groupon as a gift for someone, I reached the limit of 1 deal per customer, and I couldn't buy one for myself for a later date. I appreciate that they have a Groupon at all, but it was a really disappointing one.
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Jeremy C.

Don't get all crazy with your ordering. Stick with the simple things. The Mexican enchiladas with green sauce were very tasty and good. I'd eat those again and again. Lady had a dish with some carne asada and the meat was very tasty. What I wouldn't order again.. Well I did get a little crazy and ordered the mexican pizza for an app. Not very good. Reminds me of something I would have made in my college days... Throw a little cheese and some fixings on a tortilla and throw it in the microwave.. No thanks.. Chips/Salsa - solid. Margaritas - good. Don't order Corona, live a little and have a Victoria. Much better... Seating is a little funky with the upstairs and downstairs thing going on. Try to sit upstairs if you can. Service was very good. No complaints.
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Magen R.

I cannot believe I've lived in Chicago as long as I have without hitting up Cesar's but I finally made this past Saturday night. A lot of people in other reviews complained that they were not able to get seated without their whole party but my friend as already seated when I arrived and they had already brought her their delicious chips and salsa. Other reviews have also knocked their chips and salsa but I thought it was great. I'm a big fan of salsa with onions in it and theirs had plenty. They also served the chips warm which is good in my book. For drinks my friend went with the standard corona light and I opted to try a killer margarita. I chose the blood orange on the rocks with salt and it was amazing! Just the right amount of sweet and sour and definitely worth the extra fifty cents! I stuck with that for my second drink as well and was happy with my choice. My friend ordered the cheese enchiladas and I ordered the steak flautas. Our food took a VERY long time to come. We were okay with this because were enjoying sipping our drinks and snacking on the chips and salsa but the long wait time is definitely something to be aware of if you choose to dine here. They also brought us out complimentary cups of soup while we waited but neither of us really thought they tasted good so they went uneaten. When our food arrived I found that I had gotten chicken in my flautas instead of steak. I did not feel like waiting another half an hour for my meal so I chose to go with the flow and eat them any way. They were good but not great. I tried my friends cheese enchiladas and they were really yummy but nothing special. All in all I enjoyed my experience at Cesar's it was exactly of the quality level I'd expect. I'd definitely encourage folks to try it out for just drinks and chips and salsa instead of dinner because there are definitely better and more authentic Mexican spots in the city then this one. Moral of the story is if you know what to expect going into this place you will not be disappointed.
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Kimberly S.

This was my first time dining here,and I doubt I will return. I will say the food and drinks were really good. The service was terrible. It takes way too long for simple dishes. Not to mention when it was time to pay or get food boxed up we had to wait again. The servers aren't attentive at all. We complained and they started trying to give us free drinks, but by this time we had waited so long it was really not helpful. We got so frustrated we ended up taking our bill to the front to pay for our meal.
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Cameron B.

I purchased a Groupon for this location and brought my friend from out of town on his first night in Chicago. I was embarrassed when the service was slow (took more than an hour and twenty minutes to get our food) and the wait staff was neglectful and rude. After our treacherous dining experience, we asked to have our bill split and were told that they would not do it. We asked to talk to the manager and this joker wearing a puffy vest approached our table, claiming to be the manager, and treating us rudely. I will never visit this location again and neither should you.
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Roxanne A.

The weekend was really cold in the 20s, but it's date night so my guy and I decided to venture out for dinner. We decided on something within walking distance (5min or less) and spicy so we ended up in Cesar's, the home of the killer margaritas. â€‹ The chips were thick and the salsa was spicy. Great for a blustery cold night. I ordered two appetizers for my entree, the cheese quesadilla and the normal nachos. He ordered the taco entree with corn tortillas and a lime margarita, salt on the rim. My quesadilla came with sour cream and bean dipping sauces. The nachos came with pickled jalapenos, sour cream and guacamole in separate serving dishes. The nachos were made with really excellent cheese and placed on a thin bed of hearty bean sauce. My "entree" was ~$15. His tacos had decent shredded chicken and rice (~$12). The portions weren't overwhelming and perfectly portioned. If you're looking for a decent tex Mexican food with normal sized portions, this is the place for you. I don't know about you, but I was raised to finish everything on my plate so I appreciate place with non-gluttonous sized portions. They replenished our water glasses and chips/salsa in a timely manner. The layout of the place was interesting in its multi-leveled style and the atmosphere was great for dinner and conversation. There are better places for Mexican, but for our needs that evening, it was perfect. If you live close by, don't want to travel far, want to eat in, and are craving Mexican, this is a great spot to have dinner.
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Ami S.

I must say the service is better at this location than the one on Clark. The chips and salsa are amazing and they just kept bringing them out! The mini burritos are great but not very filing. The last time I went I had the grande burrito and that was huge! It came in a deal with a mega margarita...talk about getting drunk! Lol! Our waitress was so nice because we had waited so long for a table, she brought out 5 tequila shots on the house! I enjoyed the last experience very much! Unlike the Clark location where they tried charging us for extra alcohol we never ordered!
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Jay J.

I used to love this place. We lived down the block when it first opened so have been going to there for over 10 years, even after we moved further south. But after stopping in twice in the last couple of months after some shopping in the areas, I don't think we'll be going back. The food is still OK but not as good as it used to be and the service borders on obnoxious. As if all of the rules & regulation signs plastered all over the place weren't bad enough (Robert Irvine and Gordon Ramsey would have a field day with this place). they won't give you a full menu unless you ask for one. They automatically default to the Cash Only patio menu. When I asked for the full-menu, they wouldn't provide one until I confirmed I wasn't using a Groupon. I realize Ceasar's survives on Groupon customers since virtually every table around us was using one, but seriously? Cesars will never run out of customers as long as new grads flood the north side looking to get drunk and Groupon stays solvent, but if you want equally good margaritas, superior food, and exceptional service, hit Mayan Palace on Halsted instead.
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Sarah M.

For years I've wanted to go to Killer Margaritas just on the name alone. Then I realized that the place was actually called Cesars a few months back and I was a bit disappointed. Anyway... The staff were nice. They didn't even care about my groupon, I'll give them that. I noticed the margarita menu. They were all flavoured. There was a sugar rim option. It just didn't make sense to me. So, I thought I'd go with the flow and get a silly margarita: a frozen raspberry margarita with Grand Marnier instead of whatever else they used (orange curacao, I think). Here's what I tasted, in order: 1. raspberries (good) 2. Grand Marnier (not tequila?!) and 3. chemicals from the commercially bought sour mix (ugh). It was quite decently sized and I will say that the raspberries were definitely freshly pureed. There was a decent shot of Grand Marnier in there. But yeah, prepackaged sour mix is a definite no. I could only manage half of the glass because of that terrible taste. I would not return.
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Gina C.

Stay away from bartender Marco. He made us feel like we asked too many questions about the menu. It was my first time here and he made me feel so uncomfortable we asked to be moved. Food was great once we calmed down from bad experience with Marco.
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Marjorie F.

Wanna forget a work week from hell? Stop by Cesar's and to kill the pain with a mango margarita and a flight of tequila. Yes, TEQUILA FLIGHT. Three shots of quality tequila are served in fancy shot glasses garnished with lime, all on a platter. Finish them off and you won't be feeling the stress anymore. Nor will you be able to feel your face, but that's just a teeny side effect! Cesar's is the place to go when you want to get your drink on. The food is OK for the price. Thanks to the Killer Margaritas, I don't remember having anything more than chips and salsa the last time I was there. One thing I do recall --- I'm not a fan of the guacamole. There were huge chunks of onion and tomatoes that seemed to take over the poor avocado. I'll definitely be back for more liquid therapy, but if I'm craving Mexican food I will look elsewhere.
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Roberto F.

Plain and simple, go here for the margaritas, damn good and damn killer. They only thing they need to add to the menu is a beer-rita. Then it would be truly killer Food is ehh and your standard Tex-Mex cuisine.
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Laurie V.

We are those rare people who went to Cesar's for food and not a margarita-and we had a two year old with us. We arrived at 6pm on a Thursday and were seated immediately. The place really filled up while we were there so I am glad we were early. They really pack the tables in so there is not a lot of space between you and your fellow diners which can make conversations difficult. We explained to our server that we would like to order right away (we know that our son has a window of patience for hanging out in a high chair). Our service was quick, the food was great and we were out the door before our son got bored. Appreciate the cheap kids menu with a nice variety of options and good pricing. One complaint-it is really loud by the bar. We cringed and my son held his ears every time someone ordered a blended margarita. Next time we'll request a different area.
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Jessica W.

Spending the night downtown me and my boyfriend checked out Cesar's for some Mexican food and margaritas. Before heading down I had looked on the website to check out the menu and see if they had any drink specials. The website is not actually Cesar's but Killermargaritas.com I was looking for a great maragarita to start my weekend so I was all excited to try Cesar's. We got to Cesar's about 7/8 o clock on Friday night and the restaurant was already pretty crowded, we were seated right away though. We were met by our waitress right away without getting a chance to even get settled into our seats. Me and my boyfriend both decided to get the "mega" margarita (more like regular sized margarita) which was $13 for their offered flavors and then we each got a shot of midori added for another $2.. so im already figuring for $15 I will only be having one drink tonight at that price, but after I got my drink I realized I would only be having one drink because how incredibly strong the drink was. It was almost like drinking pure gasoline. I never have had a margarita so strong, it made my stomach hurt. Luckily the food made up for it, typical Mexican food nothing special or much more amazing about it then any other place. We each got enchaladas, me chicken and him steak. We both finished our plates, I mainly did to help me sober up from my margarita that I couldn't even finish. I can't say I would go back unless I was right in that area with no other options. It was alright but not worth the almost $70 bill.
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Kirstan L.

Great food! The salsa they give you upfront is very good & the refills are complimentary. Ordered tamales & mini burritos, both were hot & delicious, generous portions! They gave us a great cheesecake-like dessert on the house also which was awesome. Definitely would go back & recommend it to others!
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Steve L.

The Killer Margaritas are the best. Good service and food. The sidewalk cafe is perfect in the summer.
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connie j.

I ordered a salad to be on the safe side and ended up sending it back after I spit out a piece of rubbery chicken in the watery salad. Water was not part of the dressing. And the food took forever. Part of of my party actually just gave up and left after we ordered like 30 minutes prior. The staff seemed nice and all but this place is a miss
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Jessica P.

Amazing margaritas and friendly staff. Food is always delicious and usually get a free tequila shot after dinner. Fun spot and always leave stuffed!!
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Will K.

Plus 1 star for being able to manage a VERY rowdy football team on a busy afternoon. We were looking for a quick place to enjoy a snack and some drinks and found it at Cesars. The drinks were ok priced.. The server didn't upsell on the sizes which I found kinda weird.. We would have appreciated the 1 dollar difference between a Jumbo and regular.. The food was pretty good for the most part... I felt like we got different batches of salsa during our meal.. one was mild and another was VERY spicy.. but they didn't indicate that happened so not sure how that happened. I recommend the upstairs lounge and patio for a fun early evening but remember it's cash only up there!
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Emily M.

I've been going to Cesar's on and off for the last 3 years and I've always had a decent experience. Good food, good drinks, acceptable service, ok atmosphere. But last night will be the last time I go to this place. After arriving and being quickly seated at 9:45 my table was immediately served our drinks. I was grateful for the speedy service until I realized we were being rushed. The restaurant closes at 11:00p so I knew we were getting there late but I didn't think the wait staff would make us feel unwelcome. Problems: 1. Server pressured us to order all of our drinks and food within 5 minutes of being seated (it was not yet 10pm at this point) 2. After being served our food a couple minutes later, the check was dropped off and the waitress said "no rush" 3. Less than 10 minutes later she's asking for us to pay the bill 4. After signing our bills the waitress picked them up and looked at her tips right in front of us 5. She then puts chairs up in our section and starts cleaning before 10:30 - Shouldn't that happen after the last guests leave??? We weren't the only ones there either. There were other tables - I don't know if they felt rushed. Such a waste of money :( I went there to have a good time, not feel uncomfortable.
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Elise K.

As long as we agree that this place isn't authentic, I think it's great. I enjoy all seasons here, but best is sitting outside - though the wait outside is much longer and it is cash-only - the same as the upstairs bar. Chips and Salsa! The chips are great when fresh and sometimes you can get them to bring you the spicy stuff! I enjoy when they give cups of the free noodle soup. I enjoy the Chile Relleno and the Chicken Mole the best. As for drinks.... YES! All of the Margaritas are winners in my book!
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Shiv B.

Went there because I had a groupon. Made the mistake of using it on food instead of margaritas. The I got the steak tacos while my boyfriend got the chicken burrito. My portion size was pretty small for the price and the food was just eh. We were seated in the corner and our waitress rolled her eyes and looked like we were inconveniencing her every time we asked her for something (ie: more water or chips & salsa). Terrible experience but I'll still go back to try the margaritas.
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Katelyn W.

How many stars he was totally depending on what you're looking for a restaurant. The atmosphere is very young very loud very clublike service is not that great and great drinks killer margaritas not kidding. But if you're going to place looking for great neck skin great chips and salsa cheap fast it's not the place for you. It's fun but not that the top my list.
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Scarlett M.

My friends and I really enjoyed eating at Cesars! We had the fundito which is the best I've had since moving here. I had chicken enchiladas which were delicious. Our server was very kind and very detailed. There was never a dirty dish left on our table. We all enjoyed the margaritas. I suggest the blood orange! For a Friday night at 7 pm the wait was not long at all eventhough they were very busy. The establishment was clean and the staff was attentive. I will definitely return!
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Lauren H.

The margaritas are good but.. 11$? That's such a rip off. And they charged us twice. Learn how to use a credit card machine
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Ben P.

Check your bill twice. And if Cesar's makes you overpay, get ready to suffer the Wrath of MIKE! Funny to read the new review from Chi L since I recently had a similar experience with Mike. I live in the neighborhood, so Cesar's was an easy place to go for so-so food at a cheap price. On my last visit, I brought a co-worker for a quick after-work dinner and drinks. After our meal, the server handed me my check and I just gave him my card to charge. My mistake. ALWAYS check your bill here before paying. I left cash for my tip. As I was walking downstairs, I looked at my bill and saw I had been charged for items I didn't order and didn't receive. I went to the cashier (Mike) and asked him to adjust my bill. At this point, a simple smile and apology from him would have been all that I needed to recieve for me to leave as a happy customer. Instead, I received no apology, no eye contact, an arogant facial expression, and a rude snatch of the card out of my hand. He swiped it a few times, then said there was nothing he could do about it. I understand technical difficulties, so I asked if I could just get the difference in cash. Then he slapped my card on the counter, opened the register, and threw my cash and change on the counter. I was dumbfounded! I said, 'Excuse me, Sir, there's no need to be rude.' He ignored me and answered the phone. I asked him his name and he told me 'Mike'. I told him I was going to complain to corporate and his verbatim response was: 'I can't wait.' At this point I figured he must be related to the ownership somehow, so I was going to just accept the rudeness and never come back. However, seeing several Yelpers have had a similar experience, I'm assuming this isn't a rare occurence.
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Megan P.

If your idea of authentic Mexican food consists of romaine lettuce and zucchini then this is the place for you! I went with two friends,we all ordered different items and to our surprise all three items were primarily the same - some sort of tortilla with an abundance of romaine lettuce and zucchini. SO MUCH FLAVOR! We asked for jalapeÃ±os to spice things up and they charged us $1 for some sad looking jalapeÃ±os. Good deal! Needless to say, I won't be going back. If I wanted romaine lettuce I would have made a CAESAR salad at home.
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Nina K.

This location has the RUDEST hosts than any other restaurant I've been to. First of all, their reservation "policy" is ridiculous. I made reservations well over a week in advance and they specifically told me "as long as half of your party is here, we will seat them". So Saturday night came, and half my party was waiting for a table and they never got seated. Of course, they give my table away and I waited almost an hour to get seated. On top of that, they include gratuity on top of the bill. (I mean I'm going to tip my host, but they should give the option of HOW MUCH the customer should tip.) I was very disappointed with this overall experience. Their "Una Mas Lounge" is not what you expect. It's just another floor with tables and a bar. Nothing special at all. And to be honest, the food isn't all that great. I've had better. Oh did I mention they close at midnight?! What a buzz kill. I will NOT be returning here.
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Jenna S.

The hostess did not tell us that outside was cash only - when spoke to the manager he was drunk and refused to help us
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Amy W.

I came here for the first time today to hang out with some friends, have a small bite to eat, and try some of these killer margaritas... and they killed me indeed, but mostly because I react so poorly to tequila, unfortunately. I'm sure that I was quite drunk after one glass of the orange passion pommarita, and the rest of my (perhaps delighted) friends had to finish off the rest of the pitcher. The $34 pitcher definitely had a good portion and I would say could be shared among four or five people. The good part, I would say, pretty much ended there. We ordered the super nachos starter, which on the menu stated would be a meat-topped "larger portion" of the regular nachos. I'm not sure how small the portion was for the regular nachos, but based on what we had, I think the regular nachos appetizer probably would come with four tortilla chips. The waitress was awkward. She did not smile once at us or make any attempt to engage in conversation at ALL, not even a generic "how are you girls doing?" We had to wait an extraordinarily long time to have our check processed, and then we had to wait some more to get our credit cards back. During that time, another waitress came up to us and offered us a menu. What? I've definitely had better food and service elsewhere, and the supposedly killer margaritas are not amazing enough for me to want to come back.
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Monica C.

Great place to hang out with the girls. The margaritas are definitely killer! The food is good as well. I will definitely return.
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Annie G.

Went to Cesar's on a Groupon thinking it would be a deal-it definitely wasn't. 18% gratuity is automatically added to Groupons, the "killer margaritas" tasted watered down and cost $11 and everything seems a bit overpriced. Ordered the steak fajitas and was way disappointed when they arrived with maybe ten tiny pieces of steak. I've also had better quesadillas at fast food restaurants. The reason this review isn't one star is because of the service-the only decent thing about this place. Oh and it's cash only.
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Janell S.

Had a Groupon for this restaurant. Very busy place on a Saturday night. We have been coming to Cesar's for a couple of years! They have the best margaritas and tacos! This is the most hippest spot since they have been on Groupon!! Try to come after 10 it's less crowded..
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Marie K.

I had to remove a star after a 2nd horrible experience here! It quite clear the poor staff is managed by a bunch of assholes! I have never been to any restaurant the tells their customers, "what am i apologizing for, i did nothing wrong". HUH!?! His solution to me was, "dont tip your server". WOW. I cant understand why people keep coming here, the managers are rude and spineless. If something goes wrong, or you are dissatisfied for any reason, you're better off keeping it to yourself. If you try to explain this to ANY of their managers, it goes in one ear and out the other! Not even a simple apology. TERRIBLE service and the food is not good either. Better luck elsewhere!
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Katie S.

Eh. The food wasn't very good. I had bland enchiladas. Service was close to horrible. We waited over 30 minutes for our food and our server never came to check on us. No soda refills. I won't be back.
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Colin J.

I would say my experience at Cesar's was just a constant stop, stare and "Really?!?" I had never been to Cesars, but my wife had been to the one on Clark and said the margaritas were okay. First, the servers informed us that the patio was cash only, but there was an ATM inside. We were fine enough with it so we sat on the patio. Then I ordered a diet coke, and the server came out with a can - like a buy for 50 cents kind of can. It was the only Coke I was given the entire night, and when the bill came, i ended up paying $2 for that one can. Then we were given a 1/4 cup of salsa and stale salty tortilla chips. The other food was fine enough. I had the shrimp fajitas and my wife had the steak super burrito (light on the steak, of course). The real "wow" moment came when the check arrived. Our first concern was an 18 percent gratuity added to a two person ticket, which I guess was fine with me since I always leave at least 20 percent. Since we were on the patio, we paid in cash, but when the change came - our receipt had been thrown away and we were missing all of the coins. I'm pretty sure we were missing at least $1 bill, but since the receipt had been thrown away, and I have a terrible memory - I'm not quite sure. Let's just say, I won't be coming back to this place. Ever. The check thing was one of the shadiest things I've ever experienced at a restaurant, and over like $1.20? The food or atmosphere weren't anywhere near good enough to deal with that again.
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Chi L.

Have been going to this place religiously for years. By living and working in the neighborhood, I find great value in supporting all our neighborhood restaurants. Our last experience changed everything. At the end of our meal and after paying our bill- with a Cesar's gift card- I looked at the charges and realized that the cashier charged my gift card for meal and a tip, prior to us assigning a tip or even signing the receipt. It was quite alarming, since I left a cash tip with my receipt. We proceeded to discuss this with the cashier for a simple and painless resolution, instead the cashier was incredibly rude and unapologetic. He reached into the cash register, pulled out the cash difference and threw it on the counter. No apologies. Nothing. I recommend that EVERY VISITOR to this restaurant check your receipts carefully and make sure you are signing your credit card bills for the exact amount on your bill. We will never visit this place again. There are too many other amazing Mexican places in the neighborhood to be subjected to this rip off. For reference: Cashier- Mike and manager on duty-PJ. Brought the incident to the manager-on-duty's attn, he didn't appear shocked or bothered. Very telling. UPDATE: Our table had a total of 2 guests and under $50 bill. Cesar's response regarding a service charge does not apply.
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LaShante G.

Their food and drinks have never disappointed. They have margaritas in a variety of flavors, some of which are very unique. You can have them frozen or on the rocks. Food taste great is with good size portions.
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Sonya G.

This place is good. The food is not the best or authentic but it hits the spot. The chips and salsa are the best. My main reason for going is for the margaritas. They are so good and huge. Usually meet up with friends to have a couple before going out to bars. I keep coming back because they always have a groupon. The service is good, which is a plus.
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Joshua C.

Always a good time, good food and drinks. Even the services has gotten better too. No complaints on this visit so I recommend. Get a Groupon and its even better!
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Kris L.

Horrible. Went there this past Saturday night. Our server was great although he looked more and more apologetic as the night wore on. We got a seat on the patio immediately and ordered a couple of their "killer" margaritas and a bowl of guac. The chips and guac were actually pretty good and the highlight of the evening. Should have stopped there. We ordered the combo fajitas (shrimp/chicken/steak) and the grilled fish tacos. And then we waited. And waited. And waited. The restaurant was not busy so we had no idea why. When the food finally came it was cold. Which is weird because within a few minutes, another patron was presented with a sizzling platter of fajitas. My dish of grilled fish tacos with mango salsa - well, it's hard to have fishy tasting cold tilapia in a cold soft taco with rubbery and tasteless mango salsa. There are plenty of joints in this neighborhood - do yourself a favor and stay far away. Oh, I think our server knew how bad the entire experience had been and knocked the price of the fajitas down to the regular fajita (non combo) price. I would have rather had hot delicious Mexican food.
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Clement C.

Peach Margarita! Fresh salsa/chips to start. Wife ordered Nachos with beef.. mmm mmm. I got the steak torta.. mmm. mmm. Left wondering why I was so stuffed! Love it!
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Cindy L.

I will never go back to this place. The only positive thing is that their margaritas are strong and if you spend a lot of money, they give you a free round of tequila shots. Other than that, the service sucks! We waited over half an hour for our guacamole and almost an hour for quesadillas. And the upstairs is all cash only.
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Sarah V.

I come to Cesars for two very important reasons. 1. I need to get annihilated and only a good drunk from tequila will satisfy. 2. I'm hella lazy and Cesars is one block from my apartment. And I also want to get shablammered. The outdoor patio is lovely for day drinking and people-watching. And there are plenty of yahoos to watch on Broadway and Oakdale. Slurping up a peach 'rita while laughing at that lady's camel toe and this guy's White Sox hat in Cubs Country can keep me occupied for hours. This also happens to be one of my favorite locations to start the night off with... yes, tequila. Mixed with fruit and Cointreau of course. Chips and salsa are delish and they have some killer enchiladas. But who doesn't? Seriously, walk in for the margaritas, stagger out for the hangover. Before you go: - Prep yourself for major drinking. $9 for the beginner's size. $11 for big kids - Wear flats because the stairs in this place show up out of nowhere. - Sign up for the texting specials. Decent deals and BOGO on 'ritas!
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David Z.

We had a Groupon for $35 (weeknight only - otherwise it would have been only $30). I had already purchased the Groupon, but when I read some of these reviews on Yelp, I got a little scared. Actually, in my opinion it can sometimes be WAY better to go somewhere when you have low expectations. That way you can be pleasantly surprised if it isn't THAT bad. That is what happened here. I went in with low expectations and was pleasantly surprised. Granted, we went on a weekday, after work, so it was pretty much dead in there. That may be the main reason that we received plenty of attention from our server. I ordered a medium sized margarita on the rocks, and it was strong but still tasty. I upgraded and added Grand Marnier for two bucks more, and it was totally worth it. My water did get to empty a few times but was refilled pretty promptly. Food wise, the chips and salsa were great. I can sometimes be a chips & salsa snob, but once again I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the carne asada dinner. It wasn't GREAT, but it was definitely decent. I have very high standards when it comes to carne asada. Cesar's didn't compare to some of my favorites (Nacional 27, Carnivale, or carne asada tacos from El Asadero), but I didn't necessarily expect it to. As most have mentioned, you go to Cesar's for the drinks, and the food is just a small bonus. My fiancee had a pina colada and was feeling it after only one drink. I think one more would have completely knocked her out. So if you are looking to get your drink on, this is the place. I think the main service problems come in when the place is really crowded. We didn't face those issues at all, but I could definitely envision a scenario where the place is packed and things start taking forever. But since that didn't happen to us, I can't dock them for it. So Cesar's, you get 4 stars, thanks!
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Sadat A.

I hate to say it but this location is way better than the original location. The staff is quicker, friendlier, and just more on point. I come to Cesar's for one thing only, and that's to drink the killer margaritas. Honestly they aren't as Killer like 10 years ago, but it's still one of the top margaritas on the North-side. If your lucky they usually give a shot of tequila on the house with your order. Food is okay, but don't expect to be blown away. It's about the drinks at Cesar's. The chips and salsa are always on point!
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Vanessa R.

After reading several negative reviews about Cesar's on here, I walked in with pretty low expectations. I was expecting food to be an afterthought at a place touting "Killer Margaritas" and a whole lot of bad service. However, I'm glad to report that I was pleasantly surprised at how our recent trip here went. We went to Cesar's for dinner on a weeknight with a Groupon in hand. We were greeted by a hostess who led us upstairs and seated us near the windows. It was pretty empty when we got there, and only the top floor was in use. The space is pretty neat; I liked the bi-level building and the large window looking out onto Broadway. DÃ©cor is bright and updated too. We were immediately greeted by our friendly waiter who gave us menus and took our drink orders. I was pretty hungry and not sure I could hang so I opted for a piÃ±a colada instead of the famous Killer Margaritas. While we waited, we feasted on the ample chips and salsa which were pretty good. The salsa was just right - not too mild and not too spicy where your mouth was on fire. So in other words, you could eat 2+ baskets of this stuff fairly easily and.... we did. The chips were a little greasy, but really good too. I saw on the menu that it was an extra $2.50 for chips & salsa but we got ours refilled without asking for free. So far, so good! Our drinks came quickly and my piÃ±a colada was excellent. Good taste yet I could also taste the liquor, so pretty decent for $8. I drank it pretty fast and thankfully our food order came soon enough to stifle any embarrassing "buzz" from a girly drink. I should add that before dinner is brought out you get a small cup of delicious "sopa de fideo" (soup). The tomato broth was really good, especially with a squirt of lime. I ordered the chicken enchiladas with mole and they were pretty good. Mole is pretty tricky, and this one had a good flavor, although it is more on the sweet rather than the spicy side. Usually, enchiladas are rolled up; however, these were just folded in half like a taco which was fine, just different. The chicken was abundant, had good seasoning, and was not dry. My only gripe with the enchiladas was that the tortillas were a little stale and eventually, the enchiladas just fell apart as the tortilla became moist. But this didn't take away from the good flavor. The dinner also came with a side of rice and beans. I didn't eat the beans, however I did try the rice and it was a bit dry but still edible. Throughout the course of our stay, our waters were always filled and our waiter would check us on pretty frequently. Again, after reading the previous reviews cautioning against the bad, slow service, we were pleasantly surprised. I'm assuming that a big part of it was that we were here on a weekday and it was pretty empty in there so they had more time to wait on each table. I will definitely be going back to this location - it's really versatile as in you could just stop by in here for dinner for two or come with a large group. There is a lot of seating upstairs, plus an additional downstairs level that can accommodate a lot of people. They have a couple of large flat screen TVs that were on ESPN last night, so you can get your Mexican food eat on and not skip a beat with sports. Best of both worlds.
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jenn r.

apparently it is possible to just completely ruin mexican food... cesar's is huge and boasts across their 800 foot store front that they're the "home of killer margaritas." i decided to go for the sangria, instead (see reviewer photos...yes, that's sangria), which was essentially super-sweetened grapefruit juice with some white wine and triple sec and an orange slice. whaaa? yeah. the waiter was nice enough about it, but didn't have the slightest clue what was in it so he brought us standard lime margarita's on-the-rocks. which was meh, and tasted like it came out of a fast food beverage machine. there was nothing killer about it aside from how boozy it was. likely a ploy to get you drunk enough not to care how mediocre it was... at this point we already decided to nix dinner but order some guacamole while we had our drinks. SO glad we ordered the small. i'm not entirely sure what it was, but it was not guacamole. it was like they had mixed it with salsa verde to lessen the cost (and the flavor!). this place is a wrigley-bro magnet. it was super loud and we were sat next to a couple guys who were serenading each other with disney songs and clearly didn't care that they were so obnoxious. ...then we get the bill...$35 for small guac and 2 crappy margaritas. no, thank you. never again...
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Debbs K.

Love the food and margartias. Great value for your money - chips, salsa and soup are always included with any entree.
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Leticia N.

Im Mexican American and pretty picky about Mexican food because my mother is an excellent cook. I usually just make Mexican food if I am craving it because It is impossible to find good Mexican food anywhere on the north side. When I do want to dine out, I go to Cesar's. I wouldn't say It's authentic on the sense that it tastes homemade or or typical to food in Mexico. It is what you would expect as far as menu options. Burritos, enchiladas, tacos..... But it does the trick. The pork they use in the burritos is heaven. The mole is a little bitter but better than any other Mexican restaurant I've tried. Throw in good margaritas and you have a good night out.
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Jessica N.

Cesars is always a good go-to for a fun casual dinner with some friends. If you get an original Margarita they are quite tasty. The flavored ones tend to bee too sugary/syrupy for my taste but some people love them. Their portions are massive so you can easily share with others. And overall food is reliable (nothing AMAZING but consistently good). Fajitas - definitely enough food for two Queso Fundido - tasty! recommend getting the steak on top Cesars Wrap - One of my favorite things here. On the healthier end so a good option for those counting :) They serve a nice tomato soup to all the customers which is a nice touch and overall service is fairly attentive!
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Erika G.

Like my other review said, I go here only when Andy F. has an event. Last night was no exception. GIANT margaritas. Cash only - why? Credit cards are accepted at the bar downstairs, I don't understand why that cuts off once you climb the stairs. Andy F. gets five stars. Cesar's holding steady at 2-3.
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Kat L.

if you're here, it's for the margaritas (and i'm not that big on tequila-- i got a pina colada). My sister and I came here for late lunch on a groupon. Here's the take. I got shrimp fajitas, she got flautas-- plates were about $12. MASSIVE portions. definitely getting the bang for your buck, but.... i just don't like the feeling of overspending for leftovers. I ordered the tortilla soup in a cup size-- i DO love that they option for cup/small bowl/large bowl. And surprisingly, (with a groupon!) my sister was given a complimentary cup of a different soup! So A+ for service. Anyhow, my sister said her flautas were good. My shrimp fajitas came out sizzling. they really threw in a lot of shrimp, which i appreciated. It's just--- at the end of the day, the food was better than decent, but its still nothing amazing or completely special. Considering the competition in the area, i'd say it's a contender as a go-to place if u happen to be there, but not anything to really go out of your way for.
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Tony H.

Ok, so I made the mistake of coming here for dinner on Cinco de Mayo. But my friend had picked it out, so who was I to argue? After being quoted a wait time of a half our, we waited just over an hour and were brought upstairs to what I later found out is the Last Call Lounge. Cash Only. Suck. Lucky for you, they have an ATM located downstairs to conveniently rape you. The enchiladas were ok. The margaritas were good but sick-to-my-stomach sweet, and the music upstairs was so loud, my voice was half gone. This would've been ok if I was here for a night out, but this was for dinner at like 7pm. I'll try them again, but it ain't top of the list material.
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Stosh T.

Food is average. Service is so-so. Once waited an hour on a Saturday night for food only to find out the server forgot to put our order in. None of the staff seemed to care when we complained and did nothing to make up for the mistake. If you're planning on going here for the food I'd recommend going on off hours.
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Brittany B.

Used the Groupon for this location ($paid $25, for $50 value) and boy was I amazed! I typically go to the other location being that it is closer to the redline. I loved the service - they were friendly and helpful! Also food was great and you cannot beat the flavor of the margaritas! I prefer the raspberry, it has actual raspberries thrown into the bottom. Only downside is their party seating policy, however big your party is make sure they all get there at the same time because they will not seat you without everyone there!
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Rachael N.

Margaritas are in smaller glasses and are the same price. Thee is no point of really going there anymore.
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Max L.

With margaritas as big as your head in so many flavors, a drink is a plenty good reason to go to Cesar's. The food is pretty good and they have some great brunch options. The mole is very dark and is far better than you would expect! They usually have a groupon available and there's plenty of space if you have a larger group.
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D M.

The service was bad from the time we walked in the door... the guy made sure to inform us initially about the cash only policy and if you're paying with a credit card only two credit cards could be used as a form of payment... it took 15 minutes to get a table when the restaurant wasn't crowded... to get to the table and they gave us 2 very small orders of chips & salsa for a party of 8...When we asked for additional chips & salsa the waitress informed me that we would be charged additional for any servings after two.... I have never been to any Mexican restaurant where the salsa & chips were limited.... the waitress was rude... The waitress brings out a one page menu with CASH ONLY big and bold at the top that did not include all of the entrees.... when my friend asked for enchilada's she then proceeded to pull out the full menu... the entire experience from the time we walked in was an absolute disaster... the food was mediocre... the margaritas were tasty actually the best part of the experience however, not tasty enough for me to ever return... I will never return to this place again... A first impression is everything.... Honestly, giving this place one star is a stretch... From this day forward it's Uncle Julio's hands down!
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Kelly C.

A-Ok just about sums it up...I was neither disappointed or blown away by Cesars. I had a friend in town and we decided some margaritas would be a fantastic way to kick off the evening. It also didn't hurt that I had the groupon - gotta be economical! We each got a mega killer margarita...mine was Passion Pommarita and my friend got the mango. Both were tasty and quite potent! I ended up ordering a small of the Blue Curacao after we ate not because I needed more liquor but because I kept seeing it and wanted to try it! We were feeling no pain by the time we left. The food was okay and it came out quickly so not sure if we just came at the right time or the kitchen has improved from other reviews. I had the steak mini wraps and my friend has the spinach quesadillas - nothing wrong with the food but again not particularly blown away by it. I'm not sure I would go out of my way to come back but I certainly wouldn't say no if someone suggested it.
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Andrew M.

Food was nothing special and there lime margarita is yellow and taste like bananas. When I asked they confirmed it was their lime. Service wasn't very good I was there for 90 minutes and had my water filled once and that was right when I got there. They added 18 percent gratuity to our group of four when I was not planning in giving them anywhere near that. Don't plan on going back.
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Janelly N.

I was very disappointed with Cesars. They did not have any customer service and my waitress agreed to everything I ask but when the bill came it was a whole different story. I should've listened to the gentlemen disappointed as he walked out. The food is not anything to be excited about. Please drink a whole margarita before trying their food or otherwise it will be a waste. Do not celebrate your birthday there with family and friends because it is nothing special. JUST DRINK AND LEAVE. Lucky Cesars is on group on, that is the ONLY reason people will try it.
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Courtney M.

We didn't know where to go in Lakeview for dinner one night that would be kid-friendly. We were a party of 4 with a small child and saw a stroller in the window of Cesar's, so we figured what the hell, we'll try it. I had a very mixed experience here, but finally decided on only two stars because, yeah, "Meh. I've experienced better." First, the pros: We were seated right away on a Saturday evening. It was early, like 5:30 or so, but we did not have to wait. The service was good. Our waiter was attentive and friendly and made suggestions -- when we weren't sure what to order -- that turned out to be great. The margaritas *were* "killer." I had one mango, frozen margarita ($10 for the smallest size, the "large"), and was tipsy before my dinner arrived. We had lots of chips and salsa, and the salsa was quite tasty. I know it's hard to mess that up, but I've had crappy salsa. This has cilantro, which I love. The cons: When we got upstairs, it was a madhouse. Children were crying and screaming, and I felt like maybe we'd been seated in a section set aside specifically for people with kids. I realize that the parents are responsible for their kids, and the staff at the restaurant can only do so much, but I seriously considered just turning around and walking out after a couple of minutes. I hesitated by my chair for a while before I could decide if I actually wanted to stay. Lastly, the menu said "cash only" but they aren't, and no one bothered to tell us. The neutral: The food was so-so. My fish tacos were meh (dry, and the sauce was tangy but sort of flavorless), but my husband raved about his giant burrito, our friends said their dinners were pretty good. I'm still trying to decide if I would actually return. On the one hand, I have a kid, and I try to be sensitive to other diners. So would I go back, considering it was pretty kid-friendly? I don't know. Another peeve is that their menus have "CASH ONLY" printed in huge, bold letters. My husband and one of our friends took money out of the ATM to pay for dinner after we ate because we didn't have any cash. Afterward, we found out they take credit cards, but "just haven't printed new menus." That's irritating.
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Beatriz T.

I love Cesars and I always have a great time here whether it's with a couple of friends or a big crowd. Their margaritas are really good and strong and after a indulging in a couple of them you will be ready to go out and party! Their food is alright...not the best mexican food in Chicago, but it will do. The fajitas are decent and for the people who are watching their waist lines there is a dish called Chicken LuLu that is very good! Parking is a little hard to find.
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Joe L.

This location is a bit cramped, but the food is great! Reasonably priced, good portions, and solid serving staff.
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Kristine N.

Excellent margaritas and unique flavors!!! Love love love them
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Julian W.

I like this place -- it's clean, nice staff and the margaritas are very good. The fish tacos are -- as the young'uns say -- meh. But I'll go back and try another entree, and of course the margaritas! BTW, it's a good spot to catch a sports game -- luckily I didn't stay for the whole Bears game. If I stayed I would've watched them lose -- then I would have drank in excess to ease my sorrows!
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Courtney W.

Why do I come here so often? They always have decent Groupon's. The Margaritas are what they are best known for and while they are large and a decent price, they aren't the strongest but they do come in a lot of flavors that you can customize. You also get a free round of chips and salsa which is pretty nice and easy but a bit salty, so make sure to scrape some off if you're sodium conscious. The service is also pretty decent, I've sat downstairs, upstairs, and at the bar and the service has been consistent. I normally stick with the chicken enchiladas since I love them and the portions are huge and always come with beans and rice on the side. I wouldn't say that the food is traditional Mexican but it suits my tastebuds just fine. I wouldn't come here and pay full price but with a Groupon, the quality is acceptable.
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Andy R.

I've been to Cesars, and this specific location, many times. In the past, I would have given it 1 or 2 stars. BUT, I don't know if they changed management or are just turning over a new leaf but it has greatly improved! The food isn't the best mexican food. I'm sure you see that in other reviews, and it's true. It sure isn't. Kinda surprising, but whatever. The drinks are good. They are a little expensive for what they are, but their still good. Kinda sugary, but still good. And the service is very good now. My waiter was very attentive, very nice, very hospitable. This was my biggest gripe in the past--the service used to be terrible. In the past, it would take forever for everything; rude servers; and they upcharged everything. Now, it really seems like they got rid of the bad apples. The place was packed, and no one seemed to be unhappy from my view. Definitely a good change. If I go to a Cesars, i'd go back to this local (bc I used to go to the one on Clark to avoid this one).
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Shauna D.

Pass. Of course we did the polite thing and acted out a satisfactory meal, but even with a Groupon we felt disappointed. My torta was ok, but my boyfriend's burrito apparently was awful and is hurting his stomach as we speak. The "famous" margaritas were not worthy. It hardly happens that my optimistic boyfriend will bash a place where we got a great deal, like 47% off, but yea he hated this place. It has a funky layout, with the host stand on a landing, one table in basically a hallway, and the rest of the tables in another narrow bar room. When we were getting ready to ask for the check, our server asked if we had a Groupon... At that point if we didn't, I definitely would have gone on my Groupon app and purchased it. Not very wise from a profit standpoint, and it also shows that the majority of their business is coming from the offer. Lets just say I can see why they need to offer a Groupon.
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Rosanna W.

I brought a Groupon deal, I took my friend out to eat. the waitress was rude and was messing up the order of the drinks, once we got our food she never came back to check up on us until it was time to give us the bill. The food was not that good. my friend had some mini wraps from the "Lighter Side" side of the menu that were good. the rice and beans was nasty. the chips was stale. the only thing that was ok was the margaritas that was in a small glass, What ever happen to a Margaritas??????. I would never come back again!!!!!!
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Michelle C.

I went with a small group of 5 girls last night (Saturday) for drinks and dinner. We had made a reservation ahead of time and when we arrived for the 7pm reservation, it took 30 minutes to be seated. We were sat upstairs which apparently is the "lounge" and ordered margaritas straight away. The lounge was nice and I liked the atmosphere for a Saturday night, but our service was slow and our server seemed to disappear for long lengths of time. Eventually we ordered dinner. I ordered fish tacos (if you are in the mood for fish tacos, this is not the place for you. The food is bland and worse quality than Taco Bell). Then the bill came. All my girlfriends had cash and I pulled out my debit card. I was told my the waitress that they only take cash on the lounge floor and I would have to go downstairs to their ATM to take out cash. WHAT?! My friends and I were livid. We called the manager over who was dressed in a polo staff shirt and looked like he was fresh out of college. He was rude and dismissive. We emphatically said we didn't know about the cash policy (apparently the first floor machine/system isn't usable upstairs and they can't switch tabs from one floor to another). I was furious. So I trotted downstairs and had to pay $3 to use their ATM on top of whatever my bank will charge. As he began to walk by again I said how I thought the $3 charge was a total rip off and he stopped by and gave us a round of shots on the house. Nice gesture but our night was ending anyway and it didn't make up for the aggravation and inconvenience. I will NOT return to this location and not recommend it to friends. I am sorry that our fun night out was tainted by bad management. The only "up" side to this story is that the margaritas are delicious.
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Molly L.

Coming from the South I've had the pleasure of being exposed to so very solid Mexican cuisine in my day...this two star rating reflects perfectly my opinion when reflecting about my recent dining experience at Cesars....meh I've had better. Even though we were seated almost immediately on a Friday night the service was slow. Sllllllllllllllowwwwwww. To the point where you're literally turning around and scanning for your server slow. The chips and salsa were decent but can you really ever go wrong there? The margaritas were, as many many reviews have called out previously - great! Good flavor and they dont gyp on the liquor. I'd recommend going for the largest one it's only $2 more expensive than their small size and ~10 oz more. Economically practical yes? I had the frozen Mango, delish. My boyfriend had the frozen Lime which was significantly more tangy but also good. Now to the main event...the food was in one word "blah". Bland, tasteless....ehhhh I'm so unenthused just thinking about it. I had the spinach and mushroom quesadillas - w/ chicken (added for an additional price). They didn't even provide guac or sour cream to cover up the blandness. My boyfriend got the steak and chicken fajitas, which were fine but over priced in our opinion. So....in short...my search for that zesty "hits the spot" mexican joint continues. I won't be back at Cesars unless it's to get my margarita on.
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Dane K.

If ever there were a restaurant experiencing the "Groupon Effect" this is it. I went there last night and the place was jam packed, under-staffed, and 1/2 of the seating areas were closed down. They're a Mexican restaurant and they were out of the most basic ingredient: CORN TORTILLAS (go to the store 3 blocks away and buy some? it's not difficult. Obviously they're cutting costs where ever possible). I know Cesar's has been around, but based off of the signs from last night I'd be surprised if they're in business in six months. Then today, astonishingly I wake up from said terrible meal to find them prominently featured again on Groupon's site. It's like they're having a fire sale on their restaurant, and everyone on Groupon is invited (this is at least the third Groupon they've had, not even counting the knock-offs... and as of tomorrow there will be three valid simultaneously, insanity). You can't give away food at 25% of regular price to your entire restaurant for a year and a half--basically what they've done by running back to back simultaneous Groupon and other deal sites--and expect it to be good or profitable. One thing to note is Cesar's already has a valid Groupon out there that they started 6 or 8 months ago. It doesn't expire for another month, so there are hundreds of people cramming in before that one expires, and now they've sold thousands more their food at a fraction of cost. There will likely be a wait of 20-30 minutes on a slow evening, now with this second Groupon being valid at the same time, probably more. It's the kind of place you get a pager for. Back to the food. Yes again, unbelievably they were out of corn tortillas and they seemed to think this was normal. Literally 3/4 of their menu uses and needs corn tortillas. They substitute flour, but that's not the same. Also, they have several eating areas. And I think because of the Groupon they're being fishy about it. The 3rd level is a bar area that's cash only with a limited menu. That was not open at all. The second level, apparently is the same cash only with a limited menu (we were not told this until after we sat down). The outside area is cash only, no word on if there's a limited menu there too, but I wouldn't be surprised. The dinner entrees (carne asada, etc) do not appear on the limited menu. The limited menu is one page of food and one page of margaritas, and the food is all your basic taco, burrito, enchilada (of one type, not all they have), and one option for quesadilla. Not very exciting, and most taco stands have more options. There are more margarita options on the limited menu than food options. The food itself was gross and of very low quality. I've been there before, numerous times, so I can certainly say it went way downhill, fast. There is a basement seating area that I thought to be the "main" part of the restaurant, but that section was completely closed off. So where exactly are they serving the full menu right now? It seems they have 1/2 of their restaurant closed down (despite being busy with waits) and on a limited menu. The "killer margaritas" were not even good. For $40 we got a pitcher of 80% high fructose corn syrup, a splash of Grand Marnier (an extra $8 per pitcher), and an unrecognizable cheap tequila. It had to be mixed half and half with beer it was so sweet and gross. If ever there were a sign Groupon had become uncool, it was this restaurant that started it. If you bought the Groupon, ask them for a refund. It's that gross and not worth the hassle.
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Andrew E.

I tried so hard to like Cesars. The last visit was the final straw. For ease of reading, let's do this in bullet format: - Groupons are not excepted at the more popular and more accessible location on Clark Street. Strike One. - The seating is about as comfortable as what you'd find at an AA meeting in an old church basement. Strike Two. - I like The Pointer Sisters and Brian McKnight just as much as the next guy, but at a Mexican restaurant? Change the station! Strike THREE! - A free cup of lukewarm chicken broth/tomato soup with a few tiny little noodles floating around inside DOES NOT make up for waiting 10 minutes to have our drink orders taken by a waiter. Especially given the restaurant was at perhaps 1/5 capacity. Strike... forget it. - When I say "no tomatoes," I mean NO TOMATOES. Apparently that standard doesn't apply when my boyfriend says it. Those are just a few turn-offs from the most recent visit. When it comes right down to it, Cesars' margaritas are not killer and I've had better Mexican food at "Fast Super Burrito" just west of the Irving Park Brown Line. At least there I don't have to wait 20 minutes for my food let alone MY APPETIZER!! And yes that's fast-super NOT super-fast. I can't remember if this was my 3rd or 4th visit to Cesars but it will most assuredly be my last. The steak quesadillas weren't bad for an appetizer...
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Jane S.

I'm giving this place four stars not because of their food, but because of their Margaritas!!! The drinks there are the bomb!! They taste good and give you a great buzz, but becareful as fruity as the drinks may seem they sure do sneak up on you hehe. Mango & Guava Margaritas are my favorite!! The food is not bad either, but not the most authentic mexican I've had. Chips & Salsa are always fresh and if you are an avocado fan definitely get their guacamole.
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Gail C.

Boy! Came in here to use a groupon before it expired on Sunday. The place is nice and service was good. They got our order wrong 3 times. Now I know it wasn't the fault of the server. But after this horrendous ordeal. I asked him (half in jest) Could I get a drink free due to the big snafu in our orders. He said he couldn't do that. But could give us 3 free shots of tequila. (which we didn't want or need) Cesar's if you have dissatisfied customers, please try to do something for THEM that would make them feel better about coming back. I will never go back to this place.
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Kelly C.

I generally agree with what many other reviewers have said. In short: - Good margaritas which are especially good in groups since you can get pitchers - Atmosphere is fine for a Mexican restaurant with lots of small little areas - Service can be slow and forgetful (half our table was missing drinks until we asked again when the mains arrived) - Food quality is mediocre, however the steak fajitas which I didn't see on the menu but a lot of us ordered were pretty good It's a fine place to go occasionally if you live in the area, but definitely not a destination.
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Mike K.

Cesar's is right in the heart of Lakeview and has an aggregate rating of only three stars on Yelp. I'm shocked that the heavily Lakeview-centric Yelp is firing on its own neighbor. Let's face it, an aggregate rating of three stars really means two stars. Well, this time, I don't think Yelpers are too far off with the three-star rating on its face. The margaritas at Cesar's are alright. Are they "killer?" I wouldn't go that far. Taco Joint has a much tastier margarita, and it's cheaper! My strawberry margarita came out two-toned, i.e. yellow and red. I think they took a regular margarita and threw in a bit of faux strawberry mix. Voila. Strawberry margarita, sir! Eh. Pretty little girl decided she wanted a bit more than the chips and salsa, so we ordered the mini burritos. You get three for eight bucks. I kind of liked these little buggers. I'd recommend them. Our visit was noteworthy for the petulant young waiter who served us. I don't care much about service or being doted on, but don't make a face like you're ticked that we're only going to order drinks. They're twelve dollars each, kid. Another waiter who was much more pleasant took care of our bill for us. That was a welcome switch. I think Yelpers have this one correct. Three stars.
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Ryan M.

Look at that. A 15 dollar Groupon for Mexican food. There are worse ways to spend your money for sure. You could donated it to anti abortion groups or the Klan. But, there are better ways you could spend it as well. You could go to almost any other Mexican restaurant in the city. The only reason I would ever go to this place is if my fiance bought a Groupon. We've done it twice now and been let down each time. The food is never better than "Meh, it was ok". Queso Fundido and 2 pork tacos. That's what I had last night. Let's take them bit by bit. Questo Fundido. I defy any mexican restaurant to screw up a bowl of melted cheese and sausage. It was good. Just as good as anywhere else in the city. My complaint. 10 DOLLARS!!! AND IT'S HALF THE SIZE OF THE PORTIONS I'VE HAD ANYWHERE ELSE!!!! At El Mariachi, for example, I'll order Queso Fundido as a meal. And it's cheaper. Pork tacos. Bland. Bland. Bland. Could have used some spice. And perhaps we shouldn't use Queso Fresco. I'm sure people like it, but I couldn't taste it at all cause it's bland. If I was a blind man and you asked me what color the food was, I would have said gray. This is assuming I went blind from some sort of steel mill accident. If I had been blind from birth, I would say "What are colors? WHY MUST YOU TORMENT ME IN THIS WORLD OF THE SIGHTED!?!?!" Two more complaints. There's a lack of "Customer is always right"-ness at this place. If you have chorizo, which I know you do since you put it in my queso fundido, why not allow me the privilege of having it in my tacos. Hell, charge me an extra dollar for it if you want. I love chorizo so much it would be worth it. Don't tell me it can't be done. And the final complaint. I have never been to a mexican restaurant that charges extra for chips and salsa after the second bowl. And if you feel the need to do that, fine, but how about like 50 cents a bowl rather than 2 GODDAMN DOLLARS!!! Call me cheap, but that's craziness.
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Ryan Y.

This was the site of the worst restaurant experience of my life, and I eat out at least once a week. My roommates and I arrived on a Tuesday night, and was told by the hostess that it would take 20 minutes for a outdoor seat. We went to the bar, and had to ask the bartender AN HOUR LATER what was going on. A few minutes later we finally sit down, only to be told that we had to rush to eat because the patio would be closing in 40 minutes. We instead decide to sit down inside and order another round of drinks. The server, knowing we already were having a bad experience, forgot our drink order and chips and salsa. We needed to remind him, and when the drinks were served he didn't follow our instructions and gave us a wrong drink. When giving us the corrected drink, there was a large bug floating on the top of it. At this point we were sitting literally 15 feet away from the bar, too. After all was said and done, even after talking to the manager, we got a pathetic shooter of watered down tequila as compensation for a $100 tab. The servers and hostesses are incompetent, the manager completely unaware of how to properly run a restaurant or what her staff is doing, and the bartenders too blind to bother picking bugs out of drinks. The server and bartender should count their lucky stars we work in the industry and still decided to tip them out 20% on the bill. I will say that the food was halfway decent for the price, but it's nowhere near enough to warrant another visit. Do yourself a favor and stay away.
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Ellie R.

Cesar's delivered exactly what the boyfriend and I were looking for: hot Mexican comfort food and a delicious margarita (obvious at this point). The service was decent, the margs were strong (at least for me, heh), and the mole sauce was good. I would say it's a bit overpriced for the quality, but I would still come back here.
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Monica B.

I was going to give them 3 stars, but 3 stars means A OK, and it wasn't. I agree with all the rest of the reviews. When we get there they say "outdoor seating is cash only" um okay? Why? people who eat outside have bad credit? Those servers don't know how to use credit card machines? I can't imagine its because people who eat outside are dine and ditchers...because you can ditch your dinner whether its credit or cash. But we said ok, even though that rule stinks. Then we see we get this tiny menu. In small print on the bottom, it said "Full menu available upon request." I request, and the waiter comes back and says "we don't have a full menu today." huh? for only the outside guests? he says "no its for everyone, we are short cooks today." Really? I find that odd, since cooking any food takes the same amount of time. another BAD rule. My friend said she wanted pablanos, and it wasnt on the menu. Waiter said "we have chile rellenos, and its not on this menu, but we can make that for you." I got the enchiladas, and it was OK. nothing to write home about. Her rellenos were very watery. Overall....not worth the money.
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Carrie S.

Cesar's is the Chi-Chi's for the early 20's crowd. The restaurant follows the typical format of a corporate Mexican joint replete with bright, mismatched wall colors, loud music, and trying too hard to be cool. Nikki described it best as we looked onto the crowd when he said: "This is Cancun." So, the restaurant's just an extension of a Cancun all inclusive resort-makes sense to me. I came here for a birthday party and pretty much everything I expected about this place came to be. For the birthday party, we were sat a small corner table in the lounge section. The lounge isn't very loungey and is cash only. I had to climb over a bunch of dippy hipsters and other youngins to get to our table. Our service was pretty bad. The server apparently didn't think much of us. He took forever to come back to the table for drink and food orders. He must really not have liked us when he stopped serving our table altogether because he couldn't manage the hipsters and us over 24 year old crowd at the same time. Clearly, he wanted the hipsters' money more than ours. Food and drinks were alright. Their killer margaritas were just average. I didn't see anything too different other margs I've had. For my meal, I had the spinach quesadillas. They were alright, nothing inventive or different. They come with a chipotle dipping sauce. That provided the most amount of flavor from the entire quesadilla. Cesars is good if you're game for a corporate Mexican restaurant experience and wanting to do single mingling among early 20's while reliving your Cancun experience. I'll stick to the local taqueria for some real Mexican food.
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Dennis B.

Mexican food is probably one of my fave cuisines. The food here was typical. Not any better than the hole in the wall spot I go to. Usually with mexican restaurants if I don't see it packed with the mexican people or that all the employees speak fluent english I don't go in expecting much. Especially having been to Mexico on a few occasions and tasting the real stuff. Ordered the largest margarita and it didn't kill me which was a disappointment. I'd still go back though.
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Eric S.

I don't like giving one star. Here is my justification this time: Cesar's brands itself as the place for KILLER margaritas. This means that (a) their taste is killer, as in way better than the average, or (b) their alcohol content is powerful. Well, the taste is good, sort of like most other margaritas that I've tried. And as for alcohol content, well, after 3.5 of them I wasn't even tipsy. Really, Cesar's, you are going to skimp on the alcohol on the one product that your entire business is build around? Very disappointing. And the opposite of KILLER.
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J L.

Mmmm! I started going here once I moved in October 2011 and I have been back at least once a week every week or every two weeks. This is a lot considering I'd been traveling for work Mon-Fri. I always request the house soup...it's on the house, and I generally stick to my fish tacos and mango margarita. I also love the raspberry margarita. Anyhow, I never leave here without having a good time or feeling full (even if it's just on margarita). I am a big fan.
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Conor O.

Bottom Line Up Front: A Comedy of Errors Here are some "memories" from Cesar's My first visit to Chicago in 2001, I'm 19 and my uncle takes me here to get drunk. He goes home with a bachelorette party member and I sleep at the Sheridan L stop. At a fraternity event in 2003, one of the more distinguished members was so drunk that he punched holes in the ceiling. Our entire group is subsequently "banned forever." Fall 2005: I meet a girl out for a date. She wants to grab a drink on the way to some (predictably classy) bottom of the barrel sushi place I've chosen for the meal. Somehow management forgets my lifetime ban. My date and I get blind drunk by 11. We eat a shitload of chicken nuggets from McD's. We make out in an alley. May 2011 we move in together. Cesar's: It's like a fairytale.
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Marianne H.

I love their margaritas and the tortipizza. Yum. The margaritas especially and boy are they strong! Check groupon for their 15$ for 30$ deal.
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Susan B.

Our first night in Chicago and I picked this spot because I wanted to treat my hubby to a "Killer Margarita" for his birthday. He got his margarita and we both ate our meal, but I'm not sure that the meal, or the service, was memorable enough to head there again. I did remember the "Sopa De Fideo" (angel hair pasta simmered in a mildly spicy chicken & tomato broth) though. It was the first time I'd ever had tomato soup fixed with a Mexican twist. Yummy stuff.
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Melissa M.

Ok, so I've been here two times short of a zillion times... but not for the food. The margaritas here are HANDS DOWN the best margaritas around (and I've had me some margaritas!). It's unfortunate that the food is so blah. A perfect time at Cesars is snappin up a Groupon (they are frequently on GROUPON NOW! so check it out before going), grabbin a couple friends, and just sitting at the bar with chips and salsa and a mega margarita or two. Beware! If you drink more than one, be careful going down the stairs cuz i guarantee you are WASTED! So fun!
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Sam R.

I was entirely impressed both times I came here. it's a bit on the pricey side, but it chalks up like this: The steak torta was relished by my guest. The chicken and spinach enchiladas were okay. The margeritas we AMAZING. One large margerita and you're good to go! Worth the $10 for their smallest size - a large which is HUGE. I was a little put off that the second time we came by we didnt get the complimentary soup to go with our chicken tacos, but i'd blame it on a waiter who was nice, but didnt care because we had a Groupon. over all, still a great a experience. I would reccomend this establishment.
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Billy E.

Lunch service is bad. Too many rules to come back again. No substitutes on menu items, two forms of payment max per check. They charge more additional for extra chips and salsa..... They are not killer margaritas
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Megan C.

Went here yesterday with my mom and brother. First off we got lost on the way there due to Market Days down there. I got a Large Raspberry Margarita that tasted delicious, if not a little expensive ($10). It was also the strongest margarita I've ever had! I am typically a light weight, but I can usually have a margarita or two before getting drunk, not this time. The food looked ok, although it was a mess getting our food. They first brought out 2 burritos (my mom and I ordered them). The waiter ended up giving my mom my burrito and had the wrong one for me. But before my mom knew that she started eating the burrito and it wasn't hot, so he took it back, as he brought out my brothers food. My brother started eating and my mom and i were sitting there waiting for a good 15 minutes while they completely remade our meals, which was nice. The waiter felt incredibly bad, understandably so, since it was the kitchen's fault. The waiter then offered us free shots to make up for the mix up. He brought out 3 tequila shots, but this girl doesn't do tequila so he was kind of enough to bring something else for me. All in all, I thought it was actually a nice time despite having to wait a while for the food. I would definitely go back there for drinks any day!
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Simon P.

After having a drink spilled on my friend, they did not comp ANYTHING. As if that wasn't enough of a pain, the server never told any of us that the outdoor patio was cash only. So because we sit outside we get treated like the caricatures of the Oregon Trail? If I can't trade you my oxen will you not bring me a second margarita? This led the manager in his baby-GAP shirt to come over and tell us that "if your server never told you then I could take your card." sooo basically you are lazy and you give sh*tty tone to your customers. Buddy I don't know what kind of stallion you rode in on but it must've had a gimpy leg and your 80lb ass better get off of it. Our $200 bill is what pays your rent ps you have a foul scent. That rhymed and I tried to do that which is already 400% more effort than you put forth at your job.
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Noah J.

Went for lunch because I had a free burrito bowl from Belly. Very relaxed atmosphere, delicious free chips with pretty tasty salsa (though I would prefer if it were a bit more chunky), and solid entrees with exceptional presentation.
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M M.

We were attracted by their wide open patio....yet we were seated right next to the only other couple out there. Service took a long time. Food wasn't even hot. Hope you have cash or are ready to pay their $3 ATM fee. Listened to them turn away at least 3 people who had dogs. For as few patrons who were there...you would have thought we would have been served promptly. Who knew a quesadilla takes an hour to make.
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Alana S.

The guava margarita IS in fact killer. So delicious. But, the food is mediocre at best and the service is non-existent. My date and I had a different server every few minutes and getting the check was like pulling teeth. I'd go to the bar, but dinner was not worth it.
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Anjali D.

I have seen this place so many times and always wanted to go check it out. Finally I went there yesterday for dinner with a friend. We wanted to sit outside at the patio since it was so nice outside. The server said that its cash only if we sit outside, and if we want to pay by card then we will have to sit inside. They do have an ATM inside incase you want to get cash out (though its not chase). We ended up going to the walgreens, which was just a block away to get cash out of chase ATM. I did not try margarita since it was a week night but I have heard they are pretty good. My friend ordered steak with extra veggies and a few sides. I ordered the chicken quesadillas. It was really bland, and just about average. They gave chips and salsa on the house. Salsa was decent. The ambience of the place was nice, servers were warm and friendly though the service was a lil slow and food was plain average. I think next time I go there, I will just order margaritas and chips and salsa.
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Victoria S.

OMG! I can NOT believe this place has an average of three stars!! HOW? This place is fan-frackin'-tastic! Let's start from the top, shall we... 1) Best chips and salsa EVER! I know it's simple. Chips and salsa? How difficult could that be....? But the salsa is delicious and the chips are even more delicious and they disappear from our table almost as soon as they're set down! 2) HOLY MARGARITAS!!! These puppies are not only delicious but they pack a punch! One mega margarita sets me up.... and a second knocks me down! 3) Their food is SOOOOOOOOOOOOO good. Everything is good. It's like, magic. I mean, no matter what I order it's delicious. The steak is the best! The menu is typical Mexican fare but they turn it up a notch! 4) Service is great here as well. I've been here so many times and the staff is always friendly. Service is slow on busy days and when they have promotions but that's to be expected. The only issue I've had was when they considered my 2 year old son (who ate from my plate) as part of our party and automatically charges us 20% gratuity. But a simple conversation with our waitress was all it took to fix the problem. Great place, great food, great atmosphere, great drinks!
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Michelle L.

I came here because there was a groupon which I definitely recommend anyone else to do as well because it include margaritas! They have so many different flavors and they are delicious! We only got chips and salsa to eat which was yummy and my friends have told me that the food is also delicious!
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Angela S.

The margaritas ARE pretty killer and will give you a killer hangover.
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KELLIE K.

Cesars is what would be born if Ortega and John Barleycorn had a baby. I never choose to go here. I choose to humor my friends in their choices for eating and/or drinking here. Some people even choose to throw parties here. Who am I to judge? The margaritas are big, yes, though far too sour and overpriced. The food is OK. It's not terrible, but I've never jumped out of my seat tasting anything off the menu. The service is usually friendly. Follow your gut and know that there are far better places to sip margaritas and eat mediocre food. I suddenly feel old.
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Annette S.

I purchased the Groupon and was eager to come to Cesars because I had heard very good things about their margaritas.After a day of rummaging on Clark street for accesories I got the $25 for $50 worth of food and drinks and can honestly say I highly enjoyed both!! The seating itself was quite small and we asked to be moved because I felt trapped in a corner! I will go back to Cesars but NOT WITH THE GROUPON....as I read the recent reviews I see the same instance of the 18% mandatory fee on the final bill price and me and my friend ( whose first time it was also) were instantly withdrawn from our margarita and tequila flight induced "happy zone" once we saw the charge! Absurd and not worth my obtaining the Groupon...the deal gives you a false sense of " I actually have $50 to spend here" when you really dont. Again, great food and drinks...but the Groupon left a bad stigma when it really shouldnt have.
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David B.

Cesars food is nothing to write home about, actually, their food is bad. HOWEVER, their margaritas will knock your socks off. SO if you wanted to go out and get some great margaritas and weren't really hungry, head to Cesars! If you were starving to death, I would eat somewhere close and then head for the drinks.
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Kim B.

Overall I was pleasantly surprised. The mango margaritas on the rocks.... perfection......and I enjoyed my buritto bowl as well.
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Jelena Z.

These margaritas kill. But that's a good thing! I enjoyed my one MEGA-sized peach marg on the rocks. As I'm writing this, I'm a bit nervous as I now realize I may have not paid for my drink! Um, I guess someone did. A friend stuffed a morsel of steak taco (I believe) into my mouth (Matt L.!) and I do remember liking it. Next time, I'll remember to actually eat a meal before imbibing a tidal wave of tequila. Cesars is much larger than I expected! Be careful... lots of nooks and crannies to fall into!
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Gabriela R.

KILLER MARGARITAS! WOOOOO It's true... you get happy after one. My favorite: Guava :) food is ok. Friendly service.
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Caroline A.

They are lacking in their vodka selection, but a good place to get silly drunk. Note to self - Next time wear flats. I almost killed myself going up and down those stairs multiple times.
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Derek B.

Killer Margaritas indeed. The drinks are the reason to come here. The food is always good, as is the service. I always find myself thinking of the margaritas!
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Lisa F.

You can't go wrong with decent Mexican food and a strong margarita. I tend to keep to the "lighter side" dishes; the chicken and spinach quesadillas are delicious and I love the complimentary soup they serve before your meal. I feel like the meals are a slightly over-priced, but the food is good and Ceasar's is a short walk from my apartment, so I'll continue to be a regular customer.
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dockster d.

In short, food is good. Super Burrito (with rice for veggies) was really good. Margaritas were good. I dont' think the margaritas were worth $10 (regular price) though. Chips and Salsa, though the menu says extra is $2.50, are regularly refilled. Service though is severely lacking. The waitstaff doesn't check on you at all during your meal. When we tried using the groupon at the end, the server flat out lied to us and said he told us the "special" menu (which by the way is the only menu they seat you with) was not valid with the Groupon. Well shit, I just bought extra items to get to my $35 Groupon value, and now I learn that I ordered $55 worth of food at regular price. Had I been told this ahead of time, or had any inclination that this was a daily special, I would not have ordered that much or would've planned better with using the Groupon. The manager was of little assistance -- he basically said to me that I must have deciphered that the menu was a deal menu since no where in the city can you get items for $5. Well here's a note for you Mr. Manager, in this economy, many restaurants are discounting their items. And by the way, why not have listed on the Groupon "Not Valid with Daily Specials"? Then I would've also known. I wasn't going to lose ground on this, and especially after the server lies straight to my face. In the end, I think he was just covering his ass because he probably was supposed to let us know but just didn't. I paid my balance using the Groupon and the "$5 Menu" prices. I told him he could have the owner contact me if he wants to discuss this, but I'm not going to over pay and expect the owner to refund me later. The manager should have apologized on his own, not made me basically refuse to pay an inaccurate bill. To be frank, for a difference of $14, this place lied to me and lost my future business. Which is a shame, because the food was pretty darn good, especially for vegetarians. If they simply made one improvement on letting customers know that the groupon's not valid with certain menus, etc, it would've prevented all of this. And having sold 6400 Groupons, there are at least a couple Groupon users each night. So they need to do a better job in that respect.
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Alli W.

Ceasar's service is a bit confused at times. However, there are more pro's than cons': good food, good location, GREAT margaritas. Another plus is the patio - cash only, but hey, at least there is an ATM inside.
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Andres G.

Some of the best margaritas I've had in this city is from here. The service was great. Most of the time I didn't have to ask to have my water or soft drink refilled. The staff just refilled them. Good job Cesar's!
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Hattie S.

Went to Cesar's last night. It was crowded and had to wait to be seated and wait for our food. It was a Groupon night. But, Ms. Libby make it right. She know about customer service. Ms. Libby thanks for a wonderful night at Cesar'.
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Crystal L.

This is no joke, the location of Cesars was a small factor in deciding where I wanted to buy a house. That seems silly, but I chose to live off the red line for many reasons and one was that I could easily get to Cesars, my favorite go-to restaurant. The Broadway location is better for 2 reasons: 1. there is plenty of seating (beware of the cash-only sections. this still baffles my mind.) and 2. they accept WAY more coupons...and Groupons. Clark is great if you aren't planning to use a coupon and if you get there early. Their margaritas are THE BEST. I didn't even like tequila at all until this place. One mega and I'm good to go. If I have more than that, I will be deeply regretting it the next day. Still on the fence about whether or not the pain is worth the joy of having a second one. It might be... The food is always good. It's not GREAT, but it's solid. I know what to expect and I know I won't overpay for it.
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Brian S.

I was here for dinner on a weekday. Being a nice night we decided to eat on the patio. The patio is cash only, which was fine. We were promptly seated and then everything went downhill. The service was awful. I had to grab my own silverware and napkins. No refills. No checking in on how the meal was (we shared a burrito....it showed up on one plate. We improvised and used the chips n salsa plate for the 2nd). I had to flag down our server to pay the bill and get the hell out of there. I'll liken the last experience to flagging a cab. Yes, it was that bad. I will never go back.
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Kenya H.

I had read that the food was average, the service was bad and the drinks sub par. I would like to disagree. I must admit that I did go during off peak hours, so there really was not competition with other customers for attention. I went with my mom and our host/server/drink mixer (yes he did it all) was awesome. When I drink first came, I was a little disappointing in its size (it was not a big as I thought it would be) but the taste was great and I did not need to order another because they really do not skimp on the tequila at all. The food is good (not great) but was very filling and I even had to take some home. I did wish they had a dessert option, if they did it was not on the menu and I did not ask. However, I would have loved to finish off our late lunch with dessert. I could easily see myself hanging out with friends here tossing back margaritas along with an endless bowl of chips and salsa (they so should offer that.)
(4)
Lala S.

Great margaritas, although their tequila has the same consistency of gasoline. I always get a little too tipsy here but who's to complain? The food is mediocre but i don't ever really come here for food. If you're looking for some strong 'ritas, get yourself down here.
(4)
Kammie G.

I think the place would deserve more stars if I came here on a normal day. I was here on the day of the gay pride parade. We sat outside and it was a pretty day out. However they had a different menu on this day and only one size margs which disappointed me a bit. The food was good but nothing special, same with the drinks. Good thing I had a groupon ;) Free chips and salsa were a plus!
(3)
Jen S.

Headed to Cesar's for the "killer margaritas" and they were killer! The restaurant has a bunch of dumb rules posted all over the walls and states that they won't do separate tickets, etc. We needed to have our alcohol on a separate ticket because of our business trip and we asked our waitress if it would be possible before we even ordered because if it was impossible, we would not be ordering the killer margaritas. She said she would be able to do that. The margaritas are huge and potent. The food is average (I enjoyed my chicken tamales, but friends were less than impressed with their enchiladas and tacos), but heck, you need it to balance the alcohol! Our waitress switched halfway through our seating, and she brought out complementary tequila shots with lime wedges. Like we needed more tequila, but who would turn down free shots? She brought our check and it was all on one and we explained to her what the other waitress had told us and why we needed it that way. She said she couldn't do it. We asked for the manager who happily obliged and took care of it for us. The neighborhood had a good vibe and we enjoyed our trek back to the L station. Happy and a bit buzzed.
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Diana O.

Definitely love this place. The servers are always nice to us and treat us great! Margaritas are good and for the price they are big as well. Will be visiting again.
(4)
Tim C.

Well for beginners, this place is massively over priced for the quality you get. Ten dollars for a "Large" (16oz Margarita from what I recall). Right there, that's is just plain wrong. They may not be authentic at Chili's, but shit at least they're three dollars. That's three times as much at Cesar's, for a Margarita that frankly wasn't very good. The food is mildly attractive. Well I'd probably go with "meh". I could do a better job, and have. And again, over priced. Service: while friendly, no one bothered to ask how the meal was DURING my meal. In fact, I hardly ever saw a server. I was asked after everything had been cleared away how it was, but at that point what good is it to ask. You're not going to be able to fix anything, so in the words of the great Lewis Black, "Why the **** open your mouth." Oh, and lastly. I came here with a groupon which I gave to the server early on so I wouldn't forget. I didn't, but the server did. If I hadn't have caught that I would have over paid by $30 dollars. edit: Just went to google maps to check something. Google Maps link to "their" website pointed me towards Littlecaesars.com . Lol, not too far.
(1)
Kelly A.

Great service. Went for lunch during a bears game. Let us get the $6 margaritas along with our groupon. Wasn't the best Mexican food I've ever had but still pretty good. We even got a free margarita due to a screw up at the table next to us. I would definitely recommend.
(4)
Heather D.

For some reason I keep coming back to Cesars. It's right around the corner from me and I do adore their margaritas, but Cesars is honestly nothing special. The service has always been mediocre and the food the same. I've tried pretty much everything, but the enchiladas in mole pablano are my favorite. They also serve this soup that I really like. It's just a tomato soup with noodles, but I find myself craving it on cold days. Cesars has two very strange rules that are not quite in line with what the rest of the businesses in the neighborhood do. First off, if you sit outside it's cash only. If you sit inside then they will not let you use more than two credit cards. This can be inconvenient if you go with a big group. I'll certainly go back (especially since I have Groupons), but I would like it if the food and service were ate least 4 stars.
(3)
Caroline P.

Margaritas were delicious! Went here with a friend last night and ordered a pitcher (I think pitchers are $34... much better deal than individual margaritas if you want more than one). We got lime flavored so that we could have a basis for judging their deliciousness... they are definitely not made from a mix. Chips and salsa were delicious and fresh. We also got some complimentary soup at the beginning of the meal. I ordered the mini burritos with chicken and salsa verde which were delicious. The server was also very quick, accommodating, and helpful with the to-go meal my friend we ordered at the end. We left full and a little tipsy, the best way on a cold night!
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Colleen C.

Surprisingly this past weekend was my first voyage to the Broadway Cesars...back in college we were frequent visitors at the Clark Street locale, only because it was steps from the Belmont el stop, and we rarely meandered too far from the red line... Pleasantly surprised that the Broadway Cesars is a bit more "upscale" if that is possible for a Mexican restaurant with the tagline "Killer Margarita." It's cleaner, and I like that the bar isn't in the basement... Kind of shocked that we had to wait for a table, I mean really...with all of the fabulous places to eat right in Lakeview, people come for dinner here? We did end up sitting and drinking and getting some light stuff to eat (bonus for the "light" menu, too since those margaritas have about 1500 calories a piece)....but I'd certainly choose elsewhere for din din. Overall clean and good atmosphere, but it's Cesars. I come here when I am already 14 sheets to the wind and believe Tequila is a good idea. Go somewhere else to eat, then stop by here after...there is better Mexican fare to be had, find it!
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Theresa T.

I'm so done with this place. I rarely buy Groupons, however the Broadway location had one that was only good on Mother's Day from 11am to 4pm so I rushed my Mom to get ready so we could make it there by 3pm. Drove from the loop in traffic only to find the doors LOCKED. We hightailed it to the Belmont location to see what was up only to be told that the Belmont location doesn't honor Groupons. Fine, at least give me an explanation as to why the Broadway location would have their doors locked. The answer? "They are closed on Sunday." Are you kidding me? Major FAIL for Cesar's and a major fail for Groupon. Did I mention that this is the second time they have done this?? Fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me. They won't fool me a third time.
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Carol K.

"They creep", "They slide", "They kill brain cells"! Cesar's tagline reminds me of those old movies from the 50's with people running, screaming as "Attack of the Killer Margaritas" flashes on the screen. Killer Margaritas? You bet. And couple those with the shots of tequila that the bartender was freely pouring and you've got one fun evening- especially if that evening is spent with other Yelpers at a going away party for a prestigious member of the Yelp Elite. We spent the entire night in the upstairs bar aptly named the Last Call Lounge and trust me- we were there until last call. It is a great spot for a private party- lots of little tables and seats at the two bars that divide the room. My only gripe? There were not enough bartenders to service the amount of people that were there. And since they only take cash on the 2nd floor- every transaction was painfully slow. My solution? Go for a pitcher. More alcohol and less hassle. Sounds like a winning combination to me! If you like variety- they have 11 different kinds of margaritas and at least 10 different kinds of tequila (I may have sampled all of them the other night!) And just like those old 50's movies this is a sequel. The first Cesar's location is over on Clark.. I am sure that there are those that night who were wishing "Attack of the Killer Margaritas" WAS a horror film from the 50's- versus the way they were feeling the next morning! But for we margarita "devotees", we'll be back another day to indulge ourselves. And we'll be watching out for those "Killer Margaritas". "They creep", "They slide" and for sure "They kill some brain cells"!
(3)
Damian C.

I SHOULD give this place only one star after the debacle my group had there yesterday... BUT because they have a nice manager... AND the fact that one margarita can give me a slight buzz forces me to be overly generous and give them two. Three of us stopped in yesterday to grab a quick drink after a long day of walking. While we were sitting there, I remembered I had a text from the restaurant for a dining deal. I opened up my phone and went through my phone to find: "CESARS: On Broadway: PATIO IS OPEN! $10 OFF WITH THIS TXT. exp 4/20..." with some information then about some Fiesta Night party they have on Thursdays. Perfect. (Secretly, I was the most excited cause my margarita would be free :) Our waiter dropped off our bill, so we grabbed him and showed him the text so he could credit the $10 to our bill. He looked at my text, then started explaining that the text was not valid because we were not dining on the patio. He went on to say it had already expired. We showed him the text again saying that it didn't mention anything about dining out on the patio, nothing about a minimum bill, and that it was still Sunday (4/20) and it was still good. We then found out from him that the patio WASN'T EVEN OPEN. Apparently our efforts went unanswered cause he refused to hear otherwise. Deep inside I was fuming, but we sucked it up and paid the bill anyway (and left a crappy tip, tee hee). However, no one crosses me and my crew like that, so on the way out we found the manager and explained to her the situation. She acknowledged that it was an error on their part. Because we had already paid the bill she didn't give us any credit, but she did hand us something cards for some free house drinks for the next time we stop in. IF we ever stop in again...
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Waylon D.

I am writing this review as more of a "bar" experience, than a restaurant experience. A weekend or two ago, I went here with three of my friends. We were here to drink and nibble, so we chose to sit at the bar. We were asked for drink orders immediately and they were filled super quick as well. We were curious as to how the margs were made, so our very helpful bartender, Juan, gave us a full lesson on tequila!! He was very personable and made our time at the bar very fun! The food we ordered came soon enough (one quesadilla appetizer to split) and was delivered hot and tasty.
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Nate L.

5 stars It was saturday night, when I was rudely(just kidding) awaken by a phone call. Conversation goes something like this Me: hellooo? (little groggy) We shall call this person (B) B: you sleeping? Me: yeah, I was napping B: napping? it's 8:30PM! Me: Ah crap. What's up? B: are you home for the night? Me: Probably not. what you gonna do? B: got a groupon for *&^* (can't remember) wanna go? Me: Hell yeah, i'm hungry B: Cool. come get me. Me: Cool. text me your address. I know there was some yelling and more talking but I can hardly remember. And the first place we went didn't go to well, so we go back to B's place and get the groupon for Cesars (our second choice) and we headed out once more. We head upstairs (lounge) with few flat screen tvs playing sprots. And we get seated on the corner with the street view which I enjoyed. Let's start with the menu, Entrees and Apps are around 7-10$, beers are 3-4$ (pretty cheap right?) and I think their killer margaritas are around 8-25$. Not a huge fan of margaritas and plus I was driving so I got me a budweiser instead. I tried B's Strawberry Margarita and It was GROSSLY SWEET. But B loved it and called me a "FREAK" for not liking it. What can I say, i can't stand sweets. So I got the Carne Asada burrito and B' got the Nachos. And let me tell you, the burrito was outstanding! Meat was cut very thick which I love (it gives me the sensation of eating a steak) around 1.5 inches long and 3/8 inch wide. And chunks of guacamole? RAWR! I'm not a big fan of wet burrito but this one definitely hit the spot. Salsa could've used little more heat but it was really tasty. I think i'm gonna become a fan! I think this place is Cash Only.
(5)
Susan F.

For a Mexican place I visit way less frequently than Mayan Palace, Cesars will do the trick sometimes. I really love their chips and salsa, on my top 3 for sure. The menu isn't very creative, that is the main problem in my opinion. When I go to a Mexican restaurant in Chicago, I expect to be wowed by some unique options, half priced ritas or atleast amazing service. Cesars doesn't really do much of that. I dig their wide range of rita flavors(and sizes, too). That'll do, pig. Especially for visitors from out of town, you should stop by for the novelty. The fact that the two locations are super duper close to me and I happen to have tequila and salsa already running through my veins never hurts either. They have great outdoor seating, I will say.
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Ali W.

I noticed that every time i eat here I do not feel well after. A group of us came for dinner on a saturday night and it was pretty busy, as expected. We waited at the bar and had a couple drinks. The hostess said it would be about a 30 minute wait...about an hour later we got seated. When it was time to go to our table we got our bill for the drinks and it was 10 dollars more than what it was suppose to be. After we talked to the bartender, he said that he charged us for guacamole that we didn't order... It was basically someones guac that was sitting at the end of the bar...so apparently whatever food is sitting next to you is yours and you're paying for it? I also get annoyed that they keep giving you the mini menu..and you have to request for the real menu. Why would you give someone half a menu? I don't think I'll be back for food any time soon, but i would return for the chips and salsa and margaritas.
(1)
Mary T.

Great margaritas, mediocre food. The food was pretty americanized and pricey for what you get. BEWARE OF THE UPSTAIRS, it's cash only. There is a sign, but if you're like us we assumed it referred to the bar or possibly only to late night (I think the upstairs is called the late night bar). I don't know why it's that difficult to plug a card machine in upstairs! All in all, it's a decent place, but if you want something more authentic there are plenty of other places in the city.
(3)
Jonathan C.

Killer margaritas...... you know because diabetes can kill you. These things are sweet as hell. Way too sugary IMO The chips are nothing special. The burrito is not much better than a La Bambas or TBK. This place is over priced, but you pay for eating in Lakeview. Lakeview restaurants can be summed up relatively easily. Lots of choices, not the greatest of any one variety. And that is how this place fits in. Better Mexican in Pilsen, but if you're not going to go out there, you'll enjoy this place.
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Kristen M.

Not as good as the one on clark. The food never tastes fresh and the service is slow. Last time i ate there i took my food to go because it took over an hour to get it. Also, the food tastes like it sits in the kitchen for extremely long periods of time (aka spoiled). HOWEVER-The one on clark is great and I have never had bad experiences there!
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Alan K.

Yeah, a pitcher of margaritas here is kinda pricey. I believe it is $34 for a pitcher but in my opinion it tastes okay. The food service was really slow. It took them quite a long time to get to our table. Today, it took them very long to bring out the salsa and chips but they were pretty decent. I ordered a steak torta. It was pretty good too although it took too long because I ate so many chips. I mean I was distracted by the alcohol but members of our group were pretty angry by the service. The service ought to be faster (It took them an hour to give us our food.) The food was decent but I think the service is lacking.
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Lisa S.

I wish their food was as good as their margaritas and drinks. My food always seems luke cold by the time it gets to me. The raspberry and mango margaritas are my favorite. Fun atmosphere that can get very crowded on the weekends.
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Matt H.

Food is ok. Margaritas are good.
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Danielle C.

Want to really enjoy your time at Cesar's? Here is how to do it. 1. Get to Cesar's early on Friday afternoon 2. Sit in the booth on the second floor right next to the window 3. Get your order on. I prefer the strawberry-large- Margarita on the rocks- no salt (just in case you are waiting for me to join you..) 4. Sit back and let the people watching begin! You are now in the perfect place to sit and imbibe cheap booze and watch the shenanigans of the lake view east world. A couple of random games that are incredibly entertaining- a) ID the porn store customer. You have a perfect view of everyone who goes in and comes out of the 24hour adult store next door. My friends were much, much better at predicting who was trying to discretely enter to get their weekend started. b) Predict how long the customer next door will be inside- Is it a quick trip to pick something up, or are the heading to the "back room"? (No- if you are wondering-- I have not been in the store, but, I was entertained with lots of stories about it!) c) Name it- you decide- male, female, in change process or just unfortunate-quite a variety of people in this hood (tho mine has more). They certainly spice up the atmosphere. We had a birds eye view of bad hairstyles, horrible highlights, and envious feelings towards some of the outfits! The staff is friendly- free shots do come your way. Granted that they are not patron (nothing is here), but have a few, and you won't care! Just a note-- Bathrooms are not found on the second floor- you have to troop down to the first- this does drive me crazy as the stairs are metal. After a few- I fear taking a header. I have never seen it happen, but oh boy, when it does it cannot be pretty! The third floor lounge is also a great place to chill. They do have bathrooms upstairs (if you are planning on sipping for awhile, this does make a difference). I will admit it, I have never had the food. The free chips do come in handy!
(4)
Paige F.

Excellent drinks! The peach margarita, the no alcohol Bloody Mary were delicious. Food was wonderful, ample portions, and service was terrific. A super place to have Mexican food at reasonable prices. I will definitely return .
(5)
Miriam B.

Worst service I have ever had in any restaurant in Chicago. Our server ignored us completely. We talked with the manager. Nothing was addressed. We will never dine here again. Only come here if you want to get ignored for 2 hours!. Food was microwaved!.
(1)
Izzy S.

Simply put, you only come here for the margaritas. They're the best in town. The menu consists of generic Mexican-American food and it's average at best. You're fooling yourself if you come here just for the food... The ambiance and crowd is fun but the wait can be a pain since they don't take reservations for groups under 10. In addition, the bar and outdoor eating is cash only... Really?!? That's so last century... Their bipolar service is interesting. There are days that you get fantastic service and others where you have to wait :30 minutes to receive service. There are times when you get your food within 15 minutes and others when it's beyond a 45 minute wait. I've been coming here for a couple of years and have experienced the up and downs of this establishment but the one thing that stays consistent are the KILLER MARGARITAS!
(4)
Michael H.

I've been to both locations, but am going to try to just rate my experience at this location, though the menus are the same. I want to like Cesar's, but I just don't. First of all, the drinks are their saving grace, as the food is way overpriced, not authentic at all and just not that great. The chips and salsa are far from the best, especially compared with other yuppy Mexican restaurants that have awesome chips, like El Mariachi... so, I already have to take a couple stars off for the food. Second, the drinks aren't even that great. I would stick to the margaritas, as they are pretty good and aren't too weak. My problem though is inconsistency. I got 2 pina coladas last time I was there, the first was way strong, but made horribly with chunks of ice and not really good flavor. It was like the bartender was taking a break and the busboy made it! The second tasted amazing, creamy and delicious, but was way weak. At 8 bucks a pop I want to taste the liquor damnit! The service was just OK. Oh and they only take cash if you're sitting outside.... weird.... Basically, there are better places in the city for both food and drinks. If I come here again, it'll be for the "killer" margaritas, but that's it.
(2)
Carlos V.

Went to this place last night with 3 other people. First, we got the hell freaked out of us when we saw "Cash Only" on the menu, only to find out it was a fluke. Thank goodness we asked, cause we were about to walk out...! The waitress wasn't even that friendly--and to top it off, she overcharged us for a margarita, and when confronted, used the computer being "broken" as an excuse. Funny how the computer worked after we brought it up... They wouldn't even let us pick more than one filling for our enchiladas--I mean, I'm paying $12 for two enchiladas...I should be able to choose what goes in them! To top it off, they wouldn't take 3 credit cards for a $150+ bill...two was the max. In my opinion, the entire experience was waaaay better at the Cesar's by Belmont...even the drinks were stronger! So, save yourself the trouble and head over that way!
(2)
D H.

Went here with a groupon. Wouldn't go back without a coupon. Pros: Servers were friendly. Complimentary tomato type soup. Chips and salsa were tasty. Cons: Tacos are super dry. Never got refills on drinks. Food quality is comparable to a cheap Mexican dive place you hit at 2am in the morning. Refill of chips and salsa aren't free. Mediocre: Burrito was decent. Beans and rice are on the bland side. Queso fundido (sic?) was average. Recommendation: don't go for the food.
(2)
Little D.

Garbage for the ignorant Yup / 21yr old. I ate here a few times years ago when I lived in the neighborhood and then decided to give it another try last Saturday for lunch. Still terrible food and service. This place must exist for people with no taste buds. Super cheap ingredients, sad presentation and the most generic taste you could possibly imagine. The waitress had a terrible attitude problem and looked confused when I asked her for a margarita with white tequila! She also seemed annoyed when she asked me how my soup was and I was honest (chalk full of nothing but tortilla strips and a watery tomato broth - not even any garnish)!!! As if the food wasn't bad enough....THEY HAVE PRE MADE MARGARITAS!!!! WHAT????!!!! Pee-yellow and not a drop of liquor in them (and no, not cheap)!!!! This place makes Taco Bell and Burrito House seem gourmet!
(1)
Chris S.

Headline: Love the "killer margaritas," yummy fire roasted salsa, room to be improved with burrito The margaritas here are strong--they don't mess around! In fact, I'm still feeling the effects of that "mega" margarita. I definitely recommend going with the mega since the margaritas are priced at $10, $11, and $12 (mega) and the sizes are appreciably different! Anyway, they're fantastic! My girlfriend and I were able to split one and still have a good time :) The salsa and chips are noteworthy as well! I love the salsa, but I 'd prefer the chips to be a little more thinly sliced, however, the thick chips might be more authentic...? Still great! The burrito was a little disappointing. We went with a chicken burrito that actually had a bit too much chicken. I may be too used to Chipotle's/Qdoba's burritos where they have a whole lot of mixed ingredients, but unfortunately Cesars' burritos are more like a tortilla stuffed with shredded chicken and that's it. Still highly recommended!
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Natron Z.

Bogus. This is a place that you walk by when you're 20 years old and think "gee, I can't wait till I'm 21 cause then I'm going to get a killer margarita." I think that's how this place keeps going - most of the crowd were of that freshly 21 age group - not a bad thing in itself, but it just goes to show perhaps the lack of culinary discernment it takes to keep a place like this going. Small portions, the most bland rice I've come across - and to tell the truth, the $11 margarita would hardly pass for homicidal.
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Joshua W.

I'll give this place 3 stars. For Chicago Tex Mex, it's one of the best places here. For an actual Tex Mex (being from Texas myself), it's at the bottom. The food is fine, but is slightly over priced for what you get. The margaritas are great, but again, slightly over-priced. Do yourself a favor and get the mega margarita, not the large. It's only $2 difference but you get a lot more. Also, the super burrito with beef is amazing.
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Arch R.

I went there for dinner on a Monday using a youswoop coupon my friend had. There was nothing particular bad about my experience there, but nothing blew me away there. Pros: The food was decent. The service was good. The ambiance was good after 7p. It's clearly popular in the neighborhood and I believe they have $5 marghs on Mondays (although I couldn't get those b/c I was using a coupon). The crepes dessert was excellent! Cons: The drinks weren't as strong as advertised. I got the guava margh and found it too sweet and not strong enough. The guacamole was too salty. A pet peeve of mine, when I go to Mexican restaurants, is when I ask for hot sauce and they give me a store bought one. I expect something more authentic and made-from-scratch than tobasco sauce. I also did not like the fried ice cream dessert. All in all, it was ok...not a place I would necessarily go back to twice.
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Anna M.

Go to Cesar's for margaritas. Don't go for any other reason. Margaritas. You hear me people? Margaritas. If you don't want a margarita, go pretty much anywhere else. Not because the food is bad, because it's not. It's fine. I always order the enchiladas with mole sauce (the only thing I order from any Mexican restaurant) and it's perfectly good. The reason to go somewhere else; the food is WAAYYY over priced and the portions are not what you pay for. Now let's talk about the margaritas. The margaritas at Cesar's have provided me with some pretty hilarious stories of debauchery. When you order a Cesar's margarita you definitely get your money's worth. You only need one. Trust me, you only need one. So if you want a great margarita and you don't care about the food, head to Cesar's.
(3)
C A.

My experience last night was horrible, our server was absolutely retarded! It took her over 30 mins to bring us a pitcher of margaritas! why? because she forgot our table was even there. It also helps to actually serve us the drinks in a glass, she told us they ran out of margarita glasses. now how the hell does a margarita joint run out of glasses especially when she serves the table behind with glasses. (what a bitch). We ordered dinner, simple enough right? wrong! a person in our party is highly allergic to poultry products so he ordered a beef burrito! omg they gave him chicken. what the fuck! so besides the fact that they tried to kill him, we got lousy service, no proper drinking utensils and a retarded waitress that kept forgetting our table was even there ( twice she forgot about us) it was fun! we will go back just not to the broadway location anytime soon!
(2)
Heather K.

I was visiting my brother and his fiancÃ©e in Chicago and they have been raving about this place since the last time I visited and never had the opportunity to try it out. I am from Las Vegas, so there are MANY options for Mexican food. While I liked the food, it's not somewhere I'm absolutely dying to go to again. If we're in the area, and have a craving for some Mexican food, great, otherwise, meh, I'm not going to trek across town to get here. We had margaritas which were really good, the chips were ok ...some tasted stale? I had the enchiladas verde which were good, but again, nothing over what I've had here in Vegas.
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Eduardo M.

Went here last weekend, and we all sat at a table outside (didn't know it was "cash only" outside till we got there - not a problem now that it's colder I s'pose). It's funny that there's an outside menu that's different than the inside one (what are we, the little kids at the card table, while the grown-ups dine inside?). Anyhow, yes, I ordered from the "outside" menu, yes the food was good (not great, but ok), and no I did not dip chips in pico de gallo sauce (that stuff is chock full of chopped onions, for [insert deity here]'s sake!). I did ask for a salsa roja or tomatillo instead, but was told, they only have tomatillo, and you get charged for that - so I passed on that, on principle (divy taco joints give you all three for free!). On to service - crap! Our waiter took our order after letting us sit out there for at least 15 minutes, once our food was on the table we were ignored for the better part of the meal (the table next to us was asked repeatedly how their meal was, had their water glasses re-filled, etc). So I say, pass on this place, this kinda place seems better suited for just south of the border as a tourist trap for college students on spring break rather than a good place to eat and hang out.
(2)
Alex A.

Extremely good service. Servers were polite and quick to fill up water glasses. Food came very fast and was fresh and tasty. The "killer margarita" was very good... not too sweet!
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Melanie V.

I've been here a billion times since my last review, so I feel like I should update. My new favorite is the Cesar's wrap. It's delicious! It's a 'healthy spin' on the burrito as it's filled with broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, tomatoes, your choice of meat. SO GOOD. My friend and I recently split a pitcher of strawberry margarita ($29) and, man, that was a mistake to order. It was meant to be shared by MORE than 2 people. I don't know how I made it down those stairs. The waitstaff is always friendly. On Pride weekend, they came around with free shots. Last weekend, they gave us free tequila shots after the meal. So fun, so friendly. ;)
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Shawn C.

I've been here quite a few times and the best thing to take away from this place is that the margaritas are better than the food. Now that doesn't mean the food is bad because it's not. It's actually good in the 'ok' sense. ( I shouldn't be writing this now because I'm slightly hungover) The menu isn't long or that creative. It's pretty standard with tacos, burritos, blah blah. I got the fish tacos this time and they were better than I expected. However, I really came here to have a margarita and it didn't disappoint. I always get the frozen raspberry jumbo and it's always a good 10 dollars well spent. For decent average Mexican food, this place delivers. It's fast, friendly and clean. It's a nice standby.
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Shenetta J.

EXCELLENT! Best Mexican place in the city, if you're looking for somewhere lowkey and not pretentious. The margaritas really are killer. If you have a jumbo margarita, plan on stumbling out of there :)
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Arpana U.

Came here on a Friday night. We were given a menu but realized it wasn't the full menu which we had to ask for. The service was nice, but slow and not attentive. We ordered their "killer margaritas" that they're known for. Since they use fresh fruit in a lot of them, you have to get it frozen. Good part is they use fresh fruit instead of overly sweet syrup, bad part is I like my margaritas on the rocks. Even so, for a frozen margarita, it was still just so-so. I was not impressed by the food at all. I always get at least one cheese enchilada to judge a place, if you can't do that right you shouldn't be in the business. It was not tasty. It tasted like 2 corn tortillas with absolutely nothing inside. Rice were bland. Guac as appetizer was so so... Nothing horrible, but nothing really enjoyable. (also, it said they didn't accept credit cards on the short menu, but we saw the table next to use pay with a cc, so we did too and there wasn't an issue.)
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Josh G.

Yes, yes they have huge margaritas. I've begun many a night out here with said margaritas and was well on my way to drunkville by the time dinner was over. The margaritas are tasty but you have to mix it up and try a bunch before you find the perfect option. Example, I love mango on the rocks, but don't like it frozen. However, I love strawberry frozen but don't like it on the rocks. Mix and match, try a bunch, get hammered, and figure out which one works for you. I've tried a bunch of things on the menu, most of which has been a-okay. Decent fajitas, love their quesadillas, avoid anything with mole sauce. I typically can't control myself once the complimentary chips and salsa arrive at the table. I really like their salsa. It's different, very fresh and kind of fruity. There's usually a strong citrus taste mellowed out with apple and tomato. Yes, apples! I don't know if they chop up apples in their salsa but that's the flavor I get and I love it. So after pigging out on the chips and salsa I typically order from the "Light Side" menu they have. First choice? Chicken A La Lu Lu. It's a simple grilled chicken breast with a side of rice and veggies. If there's any salsa left at the table I usually dab it on my chicken here and there which spices it up a bit but it also has a tasty but simple flavor all its own. So overall it's really a 4 star on the margaritas and 3 star on the food. The service here has never been bad. Hosts and servers are typically pretty friendly. The crowd is mixed and matched so it's hard to label it. The restaurant itself is what you'd expect of a Mexican place with a sports bar twist but they do have outdoor seating in a great location for people watching and drinking those "killer margaritas" on a lazy Saturday afternoon.
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Szymon C.

This place service is horrible. McDonalds or High End restaurants allow Substitutions of Guacamole for Sour Cream. They will charge your for that. Also friend took 10 min longer to order his food, and he got his food ahead of us, and they have not even acknowledged that we don't have food and he does. Management horrible. TO NOT PATRONIZE THIS PLACE.
(1)
Agnes P.

Nothing really special here..yea the margaritas were strong and tasty but the food was so-so nothing special really... The service sucked the most out of anything...waited over 20 mins to get my drink, nobody came back to refill it and when they finally did they told us they were closing so i chugged it down, and got our check, not split in 2 like we asked and wen we asked if they could split it because we asked earlier they said no....whomp whomp
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Jacques M.

Maybe the Margaritas are killer, but I still don't want to have to order it twice. Remember servers "It's better to write it down on paper, then try to memorize an order and get it wrong". There's no need to write a novel here. Service was bad; the waiter forgot my Margarita and disappeared for about 25 minutes at a time. The food is mediocre at best, people who know there Mexican will be disappointed. Margaritas are pretty good, but there's no need to make a special trip. Thankfully, I had a groupon so I only paid 1/2 price for my mediocre food and slow service. If you're craving mediocre reasonably priced Mexican food and have about 2 hours to spare than go for it.
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Anna P.

Went here with a friend to use a Groupon. I was really excited because it was a gorgeous Sunday evening and I was psyched for some margaritas, Mexican food, and girl time seated outdoors. However, I was really disappointed - first of all, for some reason (as others have noted) the outside is cash only. Weird, but ok. Second of all, the outdoor seating area is well-located but it's kinda dirty, including the menus. Third, the margaritas I did not find that good or even really that strong - expensive for what they were. And the food was flat-out not good. I am allergic to avocados and asked if I could have salsa (AS A SIDE) to my wrap instead of guac, and they said "no substitutions" - uh, okay, I get if I'm actually substituting something that's part of the meal, but that's just ridiculous. Anyways, no need to go back.
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Khadijah L.

Margaritas MARGARITAS killer margaritaaas! Eat if you must, but definitely margaritas. Ya hear? One more thing, this place is like, full of girls. Yesterday was Cinco de Mayo, and I came here to hang with some friends, BF came along and he mused about how the place is filled with chicks and jumbo margaritas, its like spring break waiting to happen. It was packed. We never got a seat, and sat at the bar all night with chips and margaritas. Good times and I never felt tequila hit me so hard and so good (for like, $10). Bottom line? Food is so-so. More bang for your buck with the pina coladas and frozen margaritas.
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Amanda D.

HORRIBLE SERVICE AND I DIDN'T EVEN GET TO MY TABLE!!!! I came with 5 other ppl (3 guys/3 girls). All the girls went to the ladies room and when we came back out the little male host by the name of Israel was in the process of ripping out the pager and kicking the guys out. The reason was one of the guys that was with us made a comment to his friend about how there wasn't anyone in the restaurant and why we were waiting AN HOUR!!! at 9-10? I DONT THINK SO. And that little shit Israel had a big mouth for a little dude, telling all of us to, "GET THE FUCK OUTTA HERE", and had to get the big bodyguard to cover his ass. They also said no credit cards, WHICH IS also A LIE. I have gone there numerous times with my card and they have accepted it. SO BEWARE!!!!
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Megan G.

I have been to this location and the other location a few times. I was here last week on a Monday, and it was great! I had two awesome margaritas, and some great tacos. Definitely hitting this place up on a Monday again!
(4)
Peter N.

Good service (it was a bit empty on a Wednesday during rush hour) Good flavor food, very small portion size. I got about half of what I'd expect from a mexican restaurant. Unacceptable.
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Sylvia I.

Wow, the margaritas were as good as everyone said they were. I got a frozen strawberry/banana and it was really tasty. I'm glad I stuck to just one...because when I woke up the next day, my head was throbbing! Food was decent. Shared fajitas and gauc & chips with my friend. We had a blast. Will be back again...but will have to make sure I don't have to work the next day!
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fadi a.

Every restaurant is allowed an off night. So after 1 very bad experience and 2 blah experiences, sadly, I will never patron this location again. The bad experience I speak of left was when the brought my vegetarian date her food (with little pieces of chicken hiding), luckily she checked before she ate, well it was sent back and oh surprise the same plate came back but apparently was microwaved and more cheese was added to hide the chicken, not sure what the logic was, but a microwave can probably kill bacteria but wont make chicken disappear. So that was sent back again, and she finally got a dish that was vegetarian. So we ate our food and drank our drinks and left, but the fun did not stop there, when we got home, she got very very sick. I called and spoke to the manager who was not very sympathetic and was actually quite rude, so needless to say I tossed the free food coupon the server gave us and vowed never to return. My 1 star is primarily attributed to the manager and he was unprofessional and had poor problem resolution skills, it may have been 2or3 stars had they actually cared. On a side note I have been to the Clark st location and have not had any issues nor I have had any outstanding experiences to write of either.
(1)
Matt K.

Five stars for the margaritas. One star for the food. I wish someone had warned me first. You're welcome.
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Talia S.

I went here with friends for my birthday, using a Groupon. We went on a Friday night, so it was only $30, which was cool with me since I honestly just went there to have a good time. The margaritas were definitely a killer, I got the medium sized one and I was done after that. The staff brought me out 3 tequila (I think?) shots for free for my birthday, which was pretty cool. And they were cool with storing a birthday cake in their fridge that my friends brought with them. The food was fine, not gourmet, but it's meant to be a side dish to the margaritas anyways. I got the mini burritos, and they were the perfect amount. The waiter messed up our food orders, but I was almost finished with my margarita, so I didn't even care. Only downside is that it's cash only, at least upstairs where we were. They have an atm downstairs, but that's still a pain in the butt. Overall I had a great time, and enjoyed my margarita, although I can't remember if it was peach or mango...signs of a good time, eh?
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Delia C.

bland. tasteless. vanilla. gringo.
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Mireya M.

Went last night for a couple of drinks for a friends birthday. The birthday boy wanted a Killer Margarita. Please note that it is cash only now. That was a sudden change since I know they used to take credit cards. The group was a decent size group. The waitress rarely came to get our drinks orders. Since she would not show up I tried opening a tab at the bar, but apparently they do not do that. All in all it is a good place for dinner, but not drinks.
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Patrick L.

Can get a little pricey and I wish the margaritas were stronger but I've always had good food and wonderful service.
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Kat S.

whenever i go to a new restaurant i decide that i like it and spend the rest of the visit looking for proof of that. i am looking for reasons to come back. I give every place the benefit of the doubt. Cesar's did not do much for me. Wait was not bad, even though the $15 for $30 (or $35 during the week) groupon had just run like 2 weeks beforehand. We were seated and waited about 10 minutes before anyone came to check on us/order drinks. I got a frozen strawberry my aunt ordered a raspberry on the rocks. I got what i ordered, they brought her a regular. strike one. then we waited another 10 minutes before he came back to take our orders. he offered me a cup of soup that was included with my entree. it never came. I ordered the Enchiladas Suizas (good chance i'm spelling that wrong) and my aunt ordered the chicken quesadillas. it took about 25 minutes to get our food. i was worried they had gone to mexico to get it. i mean i like my mexican food authentic but this was a bit much. enchiladas were underwhelming and a little cold. the quesadillas were really good though. if i go back that is what i'm getting. my favorite part of my cesar's experience was the chips and salsa. the margaritas were good too.
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John A.

Cesars is not a bad place if you are just looking to grab a few drinks and not be at a bar while doing it. The food isn't horrible, but it isn't anything to yelp home about. The prices aren't that terrible for the drinks. But I do find the cost to quality of the food ratio to be a bit lopsided against the patrons. Go here for drinks before a date, or maybe something like drinks after work with some co-workers. Don't go here expecting good food or pleasant conversation with the servers.
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talia r.

Love the margaritas! I don't know about the food (except the chips and salsa), but I do know the margaritas were muy delicioso! After a couple of hours of walking around and not quite ready for dinner we decided what better way to kill time then drink? Raspberry Margarita was soo good, not alcoholic but tasty. I love the raspberry puree filling the bottom of the pitcher (yes we went big and got the pitcher). I don't think there was a moment when I had an empty glass. Hmmm margaritas. Hmmmm Cesar's margaritas.
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Natalie C.

After getting a Groupon for this place my roommates and I headed out for dinner and happy hour on a Thursday evening. We were put at a table in an empty basement and it was freezing so things were not starting out so hot, we wanted to be up in the main bar where the action (and maybe some heat?) were located but decided not to push it, and just get started with the killer margaritas. They were amazing, and death by margarita was felt the next morning into afternoon, no questions asked, however it was worth it! The menu is somewhat small and does not provide the mix and match option most Mexican restaurants feature (ex. one taco, one quesadilla and a tamale) but I went with the mini burritos and was satisfied, not enthused by the flavors and amount of food. Will I return? Yes. But only for the killer margaritas in the summer
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Monica R.

Food always amazing... Cocktails are perfect. Def my fav place for celebrations. Intimate size crowds though. Too small for too many, but enough for groups of three or four. Parking... Well, that's a sad face in the cold winter months.
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Jill S.

What can you do about Cesar's? I mean it's an a-ok sorta place, and nothing more. The salsas pretty garlic-y, but the guacamole is good. The jumbo margaritas are solid (go big or go home), and a usual go-to for me. It's a no-hassle kind of place (unless it Cinco de Mayo) and you'll get pretty average, commercial mexican food, nothing extraordinary. The mini burritos (you get 3) were pretty good, maybe more worth it to get a normal, unless sharing. The steak is my go-to, had the tort-a-pizza most recently, and it was definitely good. Overall, haven't had a BAD experience, and I live 4 blocks away, so if I need a group spot to get some margs and chips and share some gossip, I'll be coming back, otherwise I can find better mexican food for dinner.
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Rachel W.

Really 2.5 stars, but I'm rounding up b/c I'm nice. Came for Cinco de Mayo and roommate's B-day. They get big points for taking reservations, especially on this crazy holiday. When we showed up at 7:30, the wait was over 1.5 hours. No thanks. Salsa is good, margaritas are good. They have the basics down. Everything else, they pretty much fail at. We had been sitting for over an hour before we could get someone's attention to take our order. Food finally came, napkins appeared after the meal was over and they were drink-sized. I got the "Bare-it-all-Bowl" w/ steak. Nothing to write home about, but I was hungry, it was almost 9:30 by the time I got my food and I'm a 6PM dinner eater. We did bring a cake, and they were accomodating about us lighting it, but never brought us plates or utensils. Oh well, eating it with our hands was kind of funny.
(3)
josie w.

This Cesars is hopping! Staff knew who I was looking for out of 300 people!
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Beth P.

Maybe it's not the BEST Mexican food in Chicago, but I used to live a few doors down from Cesars and went all the time. I really love almost everything on the menu, including the "killer margaritas," and this location has the Clark St. one beat. Many a fun night has begun due to a mango or strawberry jumbo frozen 'rita. As if a drink bigger than your head can't fill you up, there are also yummy chips 'n salsa to tempt you before your meal arrives. They are EVIL- you can eat them for HOURS and HOURS. Multiple levels and a great outdoor area make it a crowded spot usually. Even if not crowded tho, service can be a bust. Almost every server we've had has been bogus. A somewhat disturbing fact is that they have a kids menu... yet they serve kids' entrees with a big steak knife on the plate. So don't take your kids there unless you think the pirate eye-patch look is cute.
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Jason M.

awesome food, not really authentic mexican but good enough, the margaritas are defintely the main attraction. and if you go on thursdays, its only $6 for a regular, AWESOME and delish! i wouldnt go to the one off of clark though, the staff at that one was incredibly rude, but the one off broadway is the bomb
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Tara M.

2.5 to 3 stars. The food here is not very good. But it's a great place to go for a big, fat, strong margarita. They're probably made from mixes but I have enjoyed them the times I've been there, as long as you know and accept you're not getting anything truly homemade. Don't go for the food though. Go to drink, and maybe order food to soak up some of the booze. I've never had a problem with service.
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Jessica C.

I've been here a few times, and each time it has been a different experience. Both times I've been with a large party that we made reservations for ahead of time. The cash only rule applies to certain parts of the restaurant, mainly the lounge upstairs. The margaritas are not as big as some people say they are. I don't mean to sound as if they are the tiniest drinks ever, but I have seen bigger for the same price. The food is half the amount I've gotten for a cheap price at Garcia's (Lawrence & Western). For the price I've expected that I would get more, at least to take left overs.
(3)
Rachel W.

This place gets an extra star because it's Andy F's temple. If it weren't for that, Cesar's would be getting a 1 star review from me. We sat outside this past weekend and service was S-L-O-W. When the food arrived, I had to admit that my enchiladas were pretty flavorful. And also, unfortunately, containing something that my body was about to reject like an ill-fated transplant organ. I eat Mexican food- and enchiladas- quite often, and have never had the physical response (or anything close) that I had on Saturday. The minute I was done eating, I got dizzy, felt nauseous, got a raging, pounding headache, and literally ran home while my boyfriend paid the check b/c I didn't think I'd 'make it'. And, well, it's a good thing I live around the corner. Totally gacked. Pounding headache got worse. Sweat ed, slept the rest of the day. Am only now- on Monday morning- starting to feel okay again. Now, I know it's not "food poisoning", as that takes at least a day or so to kick in. That said, it was unpleasant whatever it was, and I don't think I'll be eating there again. Chips and dip and a beer, maybe. Food...never.
(2)
Charlie A.

Very noisy, this was the worst Mexican food that I've ever had. The chips were old, the refried beans were inedible, my fajitas did not come with any any lettuce or tomato, My wife's enchilada sauce had a tang like it came from a can, and we were served this awful soup. The service was poor. It was cash only. My margarita was ok. If you're interested in getting inebriated go here otherwise do yourself a favor and do not go here. My final thoughts this was my second visit to Cesars and the first visit was similar to the second. I do not see how it is possible that they could get a rating of 3 to 5 stars.
(1)
Jordan B.

Uh, yeah! The food is alright but the Margaritas are great. This is a regular spot for me and my friends. It should be for you and yours as well. Oh, and be brave, try a margarita on the rocks. It's soooooo much better!
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Adam E.

Bottom line, AMAZING margaritas, HORRIBLE service and food! First lets talk about how they have actual signage in their restaurant that infers that they basically don't care about customer service, by saying that "we dont serve unhappy customers" well perhaps were unhappy because you are horrible with customer service. If you like overpriced mexican food, and bad service you have found your place!
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Christopher R.

I do like this place. The margaritas are awesome. This really is a place to go to get a good, stiff, frozen drink. All in all, the food is alright, but there are a lot of other mexican restaurants that have more authentic and higher quality mexican food. Good place to go with friends, not very quiet and intimate not date material.
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Ms. D.

I was not impressed. I received an offer for a free burrito bowl and was not happy with my experience. I was seated and waited FOREVER for my burrito bowl to come. Mind you, my waitress couldn't have cared LESS about providing any kind of decent service. I ordered and she never came back to give me an update at all. Another waitress walking by asked me if I wanted chips and salsa while I waited. When I finally got my food the waitress never asked if I needed anything else. The burrito bowl was decent but not spectacular. I have a groupon so I'll be back and I hope for a better experience.
(2)
Jennifer H.

We stopped by the restaurant this afternoon for drinks. This trip was for afternoon drinks to enjoy company of friends. The one thing we found strange was if we sat outside we could only pay cash and if we sat inside we could pay with credit card. I'm not sure what the difference was sitting inside versus outside. We opted to sit outside and only had one drink since we had to pay cash. Overall I've been here several times and the food, drinks and service is about average, hence a 3 star rating. This is a decent place to go for good drinks and food with friends.
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Diane D.

I went to Cesar's on a night when I really needed a damn good strong drink. I was in Chicago for business, just gone thru a break-up, and was kinda lonely and down on life. I took the time to lay this situation out for you b/c I think on a normal night I would've been equally as disgusted with this place as some of the other reviewers. Instead, I found Cesar's perfectly adequate and I'm glad my kind friend took me out there! My margarita was strong. THANK YOU for that. My mini burritos were not fancy but they WERE tasty. And they both came out fast. Since I require a lot of sleep, this was good because I didn't have to make it a long night. So, 3 stars for mediocrity on a night that I didn't mind it! On the whole, I wouldn't recommend this corner stop as one you need to get to anytime soon.
(3)
Stefanie C.

Damn it! I love giving horrible reviews (its much more fun) but I have to take .5 seconds out of my life to rave about this place....so here it goes Cesars is the best! I love mexican food and moving here I was in heaven with all of the wonderful choices. This by far was the best that I have. The margarita's are huge, delicious and after one you can pretty much call it a night lol and I dream about the mini burritos lol its just a fun place with a great atmosphere... ok im done...continue on with your day...im out on a mission to find another horrible experience to write about.
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Jennifer K.

I give Cesar's 5 stars for the Margaritas (ohhhh, frozen Guava, no salt, how I adore thee...), and only 3 stars for the food, which averages out to 4 stars. The food is only good if you are a little bit tipsy. That being said, I'm usually a little bit tipsy when I eat at Cesar's, so there you go. Also, they give you free shots of tequila. I'm not about to quibble with that. I am very disappointed to hear about the rude manager / owner / host / all-around-enigma who works there. I've never encountered it, but it sounds like plenty of other people have...blech.
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Liz S.

Cesar's I think Cesar's officially took me off the tequila list. I will no longer be drinking tequila....well at least not for a good long time. Oye, I went to Cesar's for Andy's going away party and well, I think I finished off a whole bottle of tequila. Which might explain the horrible massive headache I had in the morning and my inability to move while the sun baked me. I've got to say, I've never seen such SLOW service at a bar. The bartenders are absolutely HORRIBLE. First of all, they don't look at you, so you never know if it's your turn or that they even know that you're there. Second, they jump from orders to order. Example: I was standing there and someone ordered two drinks, well they only got one of the drinks and then the bartender came to me and asked what I wanted and proceeded to get my drink...all the while forgetting the second drink from the previous order. Third, I'm almost positive I could painted a wall with two coats before they brought me a drink. Really they were SUPER slow; I almost lost my buzz waiting for a second drink. I did have some little munchie food that was being served and it tasted pretty good. Now, I don't know if this was because I was clearly drunk or because it was actually good. So, don't take my word on the food. All that matters in the end though, is that I had a ton of fun and am sad that Andy is leaving cause there should be more parties like this in the future.
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Mike T.

Not gonna beat the margaritas. Duh.
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Lauren D.

I always buy the Groupon for here and can't wait to use it! Fajitas are great for two people. A pitcher of margarita can be a tad expensive, but heck - the food is a great price to start so it all works out. Keep the chips and salsa coming and don't forget to get a side of the Fideo soup! It's fantastic! They also have a lot of TVs upstairs which is great if you want to watch a sports game or whatever "big" is on at the moment.
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Justin M.

I love Ceasars...on Clark Street. This Ceasars is run by his son. His son is a horrible host, and a cocky f*ck living off of his daddy's money. F-you Ceasars on Broadway! BTW, the food at both Ceasars sucks...
(1)
Sunshine H.

Overall, I was really disappointed in the food - plain and simple. I can't believe the hype over this place.It feels like a suburban Chi-Chis (are those still around?). The "killer margaritas" were just a buzz kill - ok at best. The chips were cold and they don't offer much salsa. The menu doesn't have a wide variety and you have to pay extra for just about everything. Definitely would not come back here - there are much better Mexican places in the city.
(2)
Lauren G.

Purchased a groupon, intending to use it for carryout. Nowhere on the groupon does it specify dine-in only, so I bought one and figured I was good to go. Not so, said the man I spoke to on the phone... dine-in only. Evidently they change the conditions of their groupons and do not honor them under the conditions they were purchased. I will never go back!
(1)
Jeremy P.

Cesar's is a cool neighborhood spot for some great chips and salsa and a few drinks. I'm not a margarita guy myself, but I've heard great things about Cesar's. On my last visit, I had the enchiladas suizas - overall, it was just ok. I've not been terribly impressed with the food and the service is just ok...so three stars from me. It's important to note that the outdoor seating areas are cash only. The upstairs patio is an awesome place to sit, but the cash only restriction should definitely be considered. (Though they're considerate enough to place an ATM in the lobby area, so long as you're willing to pay the $2.50 fee to get your cash.) Now I just wish someone could tell me why when I'm at a Mexican restaurant, I can eat endless amounts of chips & salsa, yet when I'm at home, I don't enjoy them or even crave them. It really is one of the most bizarre food behaviors I've come across...
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Matt R.

Decent food and margaritas that will make you forget your name...but hopefully not your cash. This is an entertaining place to go - some people dislike it, but it certainly is unique. Go to the lounge upstairs if feeling adventurous. It's a mixed crowd, and the waitstaff could be better, but it nails a mix between mexican restaurant and busy bar that few other places achieve in the area.
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Brett G.

I was not unhappy with the food or service. That said, I've had better as well. The margaritas aren't cheap, but they're nothing to turn your nose up at - they're good margaritas. Most of the food is overpriced for Americanized Mexican food. As far as quality goes, I wasn't disappointed, but $8 for guacamole, $2.50 for additional baskets of chips - come on! You're already getting overcharged. Those prices are just gratuitous. If you go with the "lighter" menu (yeah I'm sure), you get fresher and possibly healthier food. Read: steak instead of ground beef, black beans instead of refried beans, broiled instead of fried, spinach, broccoli, pico de gallo, and turkey all options. There's lots of choices on the menu. Sodium a-plenty. It's also a little wrong they automatically stick on 20% tip for groups - that's what I give when the service is good (usually more). But usually with groups, you don't have good service so even the standard 18% could be a little high. I used to wait tables, and am familiar with tipping structure. I'll still go back though, have friends who live nearby. I'll never expect too much.
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Amy H.

The margaritas are what makes this place. The food is mediocre. The soup is slightly better, but nothing to rave about. I like spicy food and there seems to be no spice at Cesars. The food is simply something to counter the potency of the margarita. The hot chocolate is divine! It feels a little odd to order hot chocolate instead of a killer margarita, but it tastes so much better in the middle of winter.
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Mary Pat D.

I LOVE Cesars! The fajitas are excellent, and there is definitely enough in an order to split with someone. The margaritas are great as well. Service is pretty good, and the atmosphere is always warm and friendly. I would recommend to anyone.
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Andrew L.

Meh. That's about all the excitement I could muster for this review. I was thinking maybe 2 stars, but feeling generous today so we'll go with 3 stars. We were walking by and decided to sit down for a "Killer Margarita". It was a nice weekend afternoon in the 70's, so the outdoor seating should have been bustling with all the foot traffic in this area... but there weren't many patrons. Maybe 1/3 of the seats were taken, so we sat down. I had to venture inside to find someone to tell them we were sitting outside, and the first thing out the hosts mouth was, "Cash only outside"... so I said "OK". I don't mind paying cash, and I figured maybe they were concerned about me skipping out on the tab (me having not shaved since Thursday and all). We ordered a couple of frozen Mega Margaritas (24oz) and both flavors (strawberry and peach) were 'ok', but nothing memorable about them. The only saving grace was that there was a fairly good amount of alcohol in the margaritas, and coming from a lush, that really warms my heart when someone cares enough to put a respectable amount of alcohol in my drinks. What I didn't understand was why they allowed us to run a tab outside when it was "cash only"... so people outside can have a "cash only" tab and the people inside can have a "cash or credit" tab?... weird - or really weird. Do they NOT want people sitting outside their restaurant or something? Anyway, the waiter was very attentive and polite, the margaritas were stiff, and it's a nice location to sit back and people watch while throwing back a few. My only question is - If you started with a few drinks outside on a cash tab, and then went inside to dine (with a credit card), would they allow you to pay the entire tab on credit? Or would they make you pay your outside tab in cash before they let you inside? I'm losing sleep wondering about this... Actually, no - I'm not.
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Stephen R.

Cesar's. Oy vey. 1. Staff is ruder than rude more often than not. Not everyone, as I have had some fantastic bartenders, but most every time the service simply fails. 2. Cesar's always wants you to order their overpriced food and often times servers will get snappy if you're "just drinking for now." ESPECIALLY if you're in a large group. 3. Margaritas are not that great, nor that inexpensive, and the food is standard (overpriced) Mexican fare. You can get better stuff at Allende's on Lincoln, unless the restaurant's ambiance somehow makes that food taste better. One time after work we went in a group of about 13 or so just for drinks. The place was pretty dead save a few dining couples, and we were upstairs by the bar. We were all sitting at the bar, but realized you can't talk down a line, and the bartender said it was fine for us to sit at a table. WRONG. Once a waiter came over and learned we weren't getting the aforementioned overpriced food, the hostess rolls up -- headset n' all -- to tell us this table was RESERVED at 6:00pm. One of the party flippantly told her we'd be done by 6:00 then, as it was only 5:10. There was NO massive "reserved" group at 6:00, and the entire downstairs was empty. They wanted us at the bar, and not taking up much vacant "table space" just for drinking. Why? And their patio isn't even that cute. Go to Tarasca's on Clark and Wrightwood instead. At least they HAVE specials on their margaritas.
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Steven K.

Please save yourself, families, and friends from an expensive and seriously aggravating experience by going to some other restaurant. I have given this restaurant the benefit of the doubt far too many times. The staff really needs to learn what customer service is. The food is nothing exceptional and the drinks are expensive for what they are. On one occasion, we had to wait for over 15 minutes for a server to come to the table to take the initial drink order. We finally received those drinks 20 minutes later. When we ordered food, it took over 30 minutes to get it. The server was no where to be found most of the evening. When we were leaving, their table fell apart because they only had a flat piece of metal connecting two table to make a longer one. The drinks were ok, but the food left much to be desired of. On another occasion, my co-workers and I went their after work around 5pm on a Tuesday. The restaurant was practically empty and they put the four of us at a very small table. The hostess was extremely rude because we had apparently interrupted her personal business with another member of the staff. The service at the table was again slow and unpleasant when they finally did come around. Another of our friends showed up to join us. Now keep in mind that this restaurant is empty at this hour. There was not a staff member to be found; so, we took it amongst ourselves to move a small 2-person table over so we could all sit together. No sooner than we finished moving the table, the bartender yells at us, "You need to put that table back right now. You are messing with our seating chart at the front desk!" When I asked if our server could move us to a larger table, I was told there were none available...but the whole second floor was EMPTY! I had a party of 10 people that I wanted to make a reservation for at the N. Broadway location. I was told over the phone that Cesar's does not accept reservations and that they were a first come, first serve basis. When we arrive at the restaurant, we are greeted by a very rude hostess who made us feel like we were such a burden. When I asked for a table for 10, she told me they can only accommodate parties of that size by reservation only. When I told her I was informed over the phone that reservations were not accepted, she told me that I must have called the wrong restaurant and to make sure I call the correct place in the future. I proceeded to show her the number in my cell phone that I called, which is their number of course, and she says I must have spoken to the wrong person. Perhaps they should be more mindful if the "wrong people" are answering their phones. We called the other location on Clark to see if they had an opening. The lady who answered the phone said yes we can seat you in about 10 to 15 minutes. We walk over to the other location and met with the same type of rude hosting staff at the front desk and are then informed we cannot be seated for another 45 minutes. This marks the end of my attempts to go to this sorry excuse of a restaurant. Save yourself a lot of frustration and go elsewhere. There are plenty of other Mexican restaurants in the neighborhood.
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Gabe L.

The margaritas don't make up for the rest of this place (food, music, ambiance, etc.), unless you have 4 of them, but then you'll be in another special place with magic unicorns and flying pink elephants. That place would get 5 stars, but only because Haggard the unicorn treats his customers right.
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Katie H.

I've been to this restaurant probably 20 times in the 4 years I've lived in the neighborhood and have always loved it. I take out of town guests there to enjoy great margaritas and good Mexican food. Last night, my boyfriend and I decided to enjoy the unseasonably amazing weather by having a couple of drinks and dinner outside at Cesars. I made sure to call ahead of time to ensure their outside seating was, in fact, set up (I've been disappointed before when the weather is great and their outside isn't set up- apparently they have to wait for a "week of consistently nice weather" before they set up their plastic furniture- whatever), and hustled my butt over there by 5pm to make sure we had a seat outside. We got one of the last few tables and enjoyed a great margarita, mediocre food and the beautiful weather. After our meal, we decided why not, let's order a second drink and were told by our waiter that he "had to check." EXCUSE ME?! You have to CHECK to see if I can pay you another $11 for a drink?? Then he came back out to tell me the outside had a "1 drink maximum" - this was COMPLETE BS (obviously this dude just wanted to turn over his table). Instead he just really pissed me off. A table next to us had had probably 4 drinks, but I was told by the guy at the table that he he used to work there, so that's why he was getting preferential treatment. I was just shocked by this horrible customer service. 1) It's not like we were just sitting there not spending money...we were asking to order another drink. 2) We'd been seated around 5:15pm and it was 6:35pm 3) Isn't the customer always right? WTF. Needless to say, my persistence and bitching granted us a "okay, you can stay." Gee, thanks, buddy. Definitely not going here again.
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Josh H.

The only reasons I am giving Cesar's 3 stars is because of the margaritas and wait staff. The staff or should I say waitors are terrific, so attentive. the real goal at Ceasar's is to get drunk. Those margarita's serve one purpose--PRE PARTY. The food stinks. Get liqoured up and rock on.
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becki s.

Margaritas are huge & tasty, a summer nights delight, right? Not if you plan on getting wasted. I'm not an alcoholic, I would even say that I'm a grown up light weight, but these do not effect me the way I would think a huge frosty tequila ridden drink would. Maybe that's why they offered the shots of tequila at the end? ...that reminds me tho... A bus boy dropped an entire tray of salsa cups, subsequently splashing red juice all over my white shirt...and I was offered a shot, instead of a towel.... This must be the peace offering in Mexico. Tequila cures all complaints.... So where is my Tequila now Cesars??
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Kathryn M.

I don't go to Cesar's because I particularly enjoy it. The food isn't all that great. Service is okay. The margaritas are, well, margaritas. I go because it's convenient - I live within two blocks of both locations. And it's the place my roomie and I had our first "date" before we decided to live together. But it's still a place we love to go because there's nothing like cheap tequila to knock you on your ass. And that's what it does. Not to mention those complimentary tequila shots they bring you at the end of the meal. Hangover? Yes. Perfect place to sip margaritas and munch on free chips and salsa while my roomie and I get silly and catch up on each other's lives? Absolutely. We'll be back!
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mildred v.

This location is a lot nicer than the clark one. We were seated on the second floor by the window overlooking broadway which was nice (except for the large table of women next to us talking about the good old high school glory days or something). The food was good, nothing stood out or anything. I had the mini wraps (steak) with a spinach wrap. They came in three small portions which was perfect because I ate one and half (bf ate a half) and took the rest home. (filled up on chips and salsa). The service was okay, the waitress was nice and gave us an extra basket of chips and salsa when she saw us rapidly down a basket. It took a while for our food to come and even for us to put them in. We thought they had forgotten about us since they seated us so far. The hostess came to our table and handed us the check before we even got our food, we were so confused - it wasn't even our check! weird. the margaritas were not that great but apparently did a good job on my dinner date (who was pretty tipsy off of just one).
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E'a W.

Margaritarific...this place can fill up pretty fast so get there early. The price is so right and the drinks are made how I like'em STRROOONNGG. Its nice they give you a little beeper so if you want to look around or stand outside you can it can get crowded and hot waiting inside. I love the mini burritos very filling plump little things...and when you order a margarita they give you a free shot if you are in the right area at the right time. Dont try to show up late this place closes early so start your night off here
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Big D.

Pretty good Mexican restaurant, impressive menu selection; a lot bigger than I anticipated. Margaritas are the speciality... pretty awesome. One piece of advice, beware of the 20% gratuity charged to parties greater than 6.
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David M.

Food: 2.5 Stars Drinks: 3 Stars Service: 2.5 Stars Atmosphere: 3 Stars I have definitely had better food and service at other Mexican restaurants. Cesar's is really close to my place and has a nice outdoor patio, but the service was mediocre at best. They weren't bad, but for a Friday I would expect a little more attention when you only have 2-3 tables that are full. If you want to grab something fast give Cesar's a try otherwise plenty of better restaurants down Broadway.
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Benjamin G.

This has probably been one of the worst mexican restaurants I've ever been to. The food was insanely overpriced, and in spite of what they would like you to think, the margaritas are NOT that good. We also had a shot of tequila, which tasted like extremely cheap alcohol. I've drank way more alcohol than that in a single night at other places, and never before have I woken up with the pounding headache, dizziness and nausea that I had this morning.
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Dawn D.

So after we figured out that you have to come to THIS location to use your Groupon, we did. We got there at 8-ish on a Tuesday, so imagine our surprise when we were told there was a 20-25 minute wait. Weird. We moseyed on up to the bar in the hopes that we would get lucky and be able to order food without a wait. Magically, another couple was pulled from the bar to their table within seconds, so we swooped in and sat down. The bartender was friendly but VERY busy. He was polite enough to tell us that it would be a few minutes until he could take our order and yes, we could order food there, so we settled in. Again we ordered MEGA margaritas, guava for me and mango for him. This time I ordered the veggie fajitas and he ordered the torta. Both were bad ideas. Not by us, by the restaurant. The bread used in the torta is very un-torta-like and very hamburger bun-like. It was boring and uninspired, and he wished he'd gotten something else. He described it as "fast food" - not what you expect at a full-on restaurant. The veggie fajitas were hot and not awful, but check out what they put in veggie fajitas: all colors of peppers, onions, MUSHROOMS (ew), BROCCOLI, and CAULIFLOWER. WTF is up with that? When I think "fajitas", those all-caps vegetables do not make it through my brain door. Especially mushrooms, which are gross. The fajitas come with tortillas (corn or flour), a little guac, rice, sour cream, and...something else which I cannot remember, so I was able to piece together a couple of decent wraps. The three stars are mostly for a fun environment, good service we experienced, and awesome margaritas. Don't go for the food, but if you must eat there, avoid the veggie fajitas and the torta. I had fish tacos and he had mini-burritos at the other location and both of us wish we'd gotten the same thing, even though neither were perfect.
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Stacy H.

A group of 6 of us from work came here last night for "Maniac Monday". Upon arrival we were told to go upstairs to the bar to wait while they put a table together for us - no word on how long it would take so we assumed it wouldn't be long. Apparently putting a table together was code for waiting for a table to leave because the hostess kept coming and going checking on tables, but again, never an indication of how long it would be. Finally they decided to open the downstairs - not sure why it wasn't open before or why they couldn't have done that earlier. Being that that area wasn't in use before, it was also rather cold. Big disappointment - their website says for Maniac Monday that everything on the menu is $5. Not so. Only things on a preset menu they give you is $5, which doesn't include the fajitas I was planning on getting, and also doesn't include any sides for the burritos. We ordered our margaritas, took a long time, and one of them was wrong. It was another 15 minutes before we saw our server again to order food and tell him about the mistake. Another odd thing is that they wouldn't let you order another drink until the one you have is completely gone. Even though it takes him forever to check on us and then bring you a new drink once you're allowed to order. Well the food and the margaritas were all amazing, thank goodness! They don't skimp on the tequila either! Last point against them. Upon arrival of the check we found out they don't accept more than 2 different forms of payment - very annoying! Everyone had to go to the ATM and figure out how much each one owed, ect. Rather disappointed in the service here in every aspect. I'll be back for the food and great margaritas though, probably only with specials since they're not cheap normally.
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Jerry M.

I really want to rave about this place, trust me I really, really, really want to, but Cesar, can't you work with me a little bit? I will give you 2 stars for the killer margarita, but that's all I'm willing to give you. You don't do substitutions in your orders. Okay, I can live with that. It's disappointing as an occasional vegetarian when all I'm stuck with is rice instead of some ass kicking guacamole in my taco (Note that the rice taco cost just as much as the chicken or beef - huh?). That's your prerogative. But what I'm going to TOTALLY take issue with is I order a large guacamole (instead of the bland rice taco )as my meal for $8 frickin bucks, but you insist on charging me $2.50 EXTRA for EACH sparsely filled basket of chips to go with the guacamole. WTF? There was barely 12 chips in each basket. Do people eat the guacamole with a spoon as if it was pudding or applesauce? Must be because I was served a spoon with that tiny bowl. I thought that it was a given that chips go with guacamole - isn't it called "guacamole and chips?" Whatever. I really don't want to be a b#t$h about it - I SOOOOO wanted you to be my neighborhood hangout where I grab a margarita or two and a decent meal and stumble home less than a block away. But you had go and be the b#t$h. Not me, YOU. I will be forced into giving you a second chance at the upcoming Yelp Book Club - you have one more chance, okay? Just one though. ** EDIT** Okay, I gave you another chance that I wasn't expecting on giving when I was dragged there with Andy F. After one margarita, one beer, 2 shots on the house, and one other yummy tequila rose shot. So I got drunk. So you get one more star. Be any nicer and you just might be my neighborhood hangout afterall.
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Katy O.

Cesar's is not where you go to get "authentic" mexican food. This is not a place for foodies. What it is, is a really fun place to drink AWESOME margaritas and eat some tasty mexican bar food. I've been here a bunch of times with friends and each time it has been more about the margaritas than the food. I always get them on the rocks and I've tried the mango, lime and regular flavors- all excellent. I have had a burrito here and quesadillas a few times and thought both were good. Again, it's not haute cuisine, but that's not why you come here. This is my go-to place for margaritas.
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Mike H.

HORRIBLE service, roof was leaking, manager just said "oh well!". Railing broke on my brother in law
(1)
Nicole B.

BEST PLACE EVER! I've had two of my birthday dinners there within the past six years (two out of those six years I lived in another state). The food is great, an they also have a yummy, alternative healthy menu as well. The biggest sized margaritas are half the size of your head (I measured in front of the mirror), and only $10! This is a place for great times.
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Bella V.

LOVE, Love, love it here! Went there the other night with the book club, and had a REALLY great time! This place is HUGE! The service was so great, and the food was delicious! Obviously they are known for their KILLLER Margharittas, but I would come back for the service and the food alone. (Try the chicken and spinach wraps DELISH!) I loved that you can sit at the 2nd floor window and watch the people scurry about outside. It's quite relaxing. Do yourself a favor, and visit this place.
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Shannon B.

Home of the Killer Margarita- They ain't lying! I was here last night for a birthday party and it was a blast. For $25 we got 3 drink tickets and appetizers. Not too bad, considering the strength of the drinks. The Mango Margarita is yummy. The Strawberry has lovely chunks of fruit and tastes very good. The cranberry and vodka was huge. They provided little grilled chicken, spinach and mushroom roll ups and cheese quesadillas. It was great for soaking up the booze and pretty tasty too. Near the end of the night, the staff broke out free tequila shots, which proved to be my undoing. Here is the breakdown: * Wait staff: These guys are great and the bartenders rock! * Drink Menu: Full Bar and, of course, Killer Margaritas * Menu: Mexican * Parking: Good luck finding street,but the #36 Broadway bus runs right past it * Dress: Casual
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Carlene S.

This place is great to stop in for a margarita and chips or a sit down dinner. I have only been here once, but can't wait to go back. I had their veggie fajitas and it was phenomenal. Their portions are large enough for a second meal. Plus when our table ordered a margarita pitcher we all got free rounds of tequila. It was a good night!
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Lindley E.

Ed and I were meeting up with a porn star in town for the "Grabbies" -- basically the Oscars of gay porn. I had high expectations. Would our date be a himbo? Would he have all kinds of crazy stories of his life as a porn star? Would he have pec implants? When he arrived, he was not quite what I expected. He was well into his 40s, great looking but a little old. He had some crazy veneers on his teeth and they were almost brighter than the sun. He had a good build and a nice enough face. But he was old and was now getting cast in daddy roles in incest films. Huh? He didn't bring that up -- Ed told me about that later. Ew! Our food and drink was mostly an aside. Basically I spent the lunch desperately trying to get him to tell us all about his on-set experiences while he gazed longingly at Ed while Ed tried to avoid the eye contact with him. The meal ended up being so much less interesting than a meal with a porn star should be. I tried to eat my food but it was mostly inedible. Bad stuff. It wasn't nearly as entertaining as the porn star - and that's not good. Now if only I could remember his name.
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Mateo S.

The food here is fairly decent, though I would be hard-pressed to admit that the flavor profiles outshine the outright gratuity of the mammoth portions... and the nachos were downright disappointing. That said, when I'm in the hood and in need of a little liquid lubrication, my dry mouth can certainly be cured by the 'mega Margarita'. It is available in a diverse melange of flavors (all premixed unfortunately, ugh). The $11 price may induce sticker-shock in this neck of the woods, but just one of these babies can sink even a professional booze-hound like me... and for that, it definitely has its place.
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Lauren H.

First, I appreciate that they were gracious enough to open up the last call lounge for the Yelp Book Club. Second, I appreciate the free quesadillas, they were tasty. The other wraps (not sure what they were), were okay. The sour cream, however, was the thinnest I have ever seen, it was kinda weird. Five stars for the margaritas. One gave me a good buzz, and I love the real fruit in them. Yum!
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Kelly M.

Here is the last thing I wanted to be doing to end my evening on Saturday night: drinking meh margaritas with ultimate fighting on the big screen and loud club music blaring. We got thr strawberry and lime versipns. Both were ok, but super sweet, filled with sugary syrup, rather than fresh juice. We did get a buzz by the end, but after drinking so many ounces of syrup, well tequila and calories, I better get something. The vibe was weird. The ultimate fighting was a bizarre distraction. It is a brutal sport, one that is fine as long as I don't have to watch 20 square feet of it blaring in my face. It was one of those sights where I couldn't look away. We finally switched bar stools so I faced the other way.
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Lesley S.

I find this place annoying. I don't understand why they do this, but if you sit on the top floor or outside, you can't pay with a card for some reason. I don't know if they are too lazy to run to the card machines or what, but I find it to be really stupid. They do have this noted on the patio menus to be fair, but I had no clue they did it upstairs as well. I was seated on the top floor with a group of friends for my birthday last summer and we had no clue. Thankfully we had cash with us but they need to get with the times and accept cards no matter where you sit. And a tranny named Ms. Foozie stopped by after she hit up the women's (?) bathroom to give us some shots which made everything A-Ok in my book that day. The margaritas are good, I like the banana- tastes like a banana popsicle. I always get the mini wraps with chicken that are on the healthy section of the menu and they are really good. They usually will give you free soup before your meal and almost always a tequilla shot at the end- nice little perks.
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Bridget B.

They have killer margaritas, you can only drink 2 at the most since they are so strong. The food is okay, not the best but I have also had worse.
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Michael G.

This is a fun place to take a date. $10 jumbo margaritas and inexpensive food fare. The fish tacos are absolutely amazing.
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Peter O.

Talk about average (or rather, slightly below average) Mexican food. Went here with a Groupon on a Sunday, and the place was deserted (aside from the drunken trio, which we were of course seated directly next to). Chips and salsa were average at best. Burrito was sub par, probably one of the worst I've had (not to say it was disgusting, just terribly forgettable). The service was adequate, but nothing more. No one on staff seems to really care about much, and it really shows. Stay away from this place unless you're either a) drunk, or b) looking to get drunk before eating dinner.
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Vince B.

Amazing MARGARITAS!! Good Location, Not-So Amazing service. The service here is awful, I visited on a Friday night along with my friend but they were super busy, so we went ahead and headed towards the bar while we waited for our table. Instead we decided to go ahead and place our food order at the bar. BIG MISTAKE! It took about 15 minutes to get a menu after asking for one multiple times, don;t even get me started on how much longer it took for someone to take our order, when we asked one of the waiter's she rolled her eyes and said that we couldn't place an order with her but with the bartender instead. Poor man was swamp making drinks, really?!?!?! No woman you will take my order, not spit on my food, deliver it to me, and smile! and leave the poor bartender alone!
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Lyndsay G.

I'll be the first to admit that I enjoy a margarita and man, does this place fit the bill. They aren't joking when they say the margaritas are huge. Not only are they, but strong as well. The food itself was mediocre at best, same old Mexican you can get at any dine-in Mexican place, but I'm pretty sure that's not the reason why this attracts so many customers. My only complaint is that it gets packed and there isn't enough seating to feel comfortable. They jam people in to stand inside because of the weather but it doesn't allow for space to eat and drink with friends comfortably. But after one of their margarita, do you really care?
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Katie H.

I loves me some margaritas and Cesers has good ones. The food sucks, they won't split checks, they nickle and dime you for any extras, and the service is really slow. But one $10 margarita gets me prettty tipsy, so I nibble on some mediocre quesadillas that anyone with a skillet and a 1/2 pound of government cheddar could have made while I get silly on some margarita deliciousness. The first few times I went to Cesars I actually liked it, but now I realize that despite the fact the food I order is only $6, I can't get out of there with less than a $50 bill.
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Caroline M.

Nothing warms my belly on a cold Chicago night quite like the mega-amazing frozen margaritas at Cesars! The food here is sort of run of the mill, nothing too fancy. Yummy chips and tasty salsa are provided before your meal arrives. There is a nice bar area with plenty of young folk.This kind of place is probably more suitable for a fun lunch atmosphere or with a big group of friends at night. I have to say I am a little disappointed that they have stopped giving out free shots of tequila after your meal!
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Casia J.

Bad food, bad drinks, loud obnoxious people. (I'm all for loud people, by the way, just not these.) This place attracts an annoying group. Then again, their site being KillerMargaritas.com should give it away as being a don't-go. Sounds more like a t-shirt Michael Scott would wear, and we all know his taste.
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Nick K.

If I could, I would rate this 3.5 stars. Every time I have been here, it has been with a decent group of people and we usually get seated upstairs in the bar area. The atmosphere here is ok and the food is over priced, but their margaritas are fantastic. My complaints with this placed mainly are teh food is just ok for the pricing and that they don't take credit cards in their bar area. I usually don't carry much cash around with me so the first time we ate up there, it was a big suprise. One the bright side, everytime I have gone, we have gotten a free tequilla shot after dinner.
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Brandon B.

Don't go here too often but whenever I come back to the old neighborhood its a fun place to go: fulfills the basic criteria of enough food for the price, good drinks, fast service, and fun atmosphere. Not the fanciest food but consistently good. Not a huge difference between here and the other location on Clark (always thought it was strange to have 2 of them so close....) but this one is a little more private with a series of smaller rooms joined together
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Ed C.

I have not tried the margaritas, but I have eaten here a couple times. The food is okay. Not stellar, but okay. My non-Yelper friend likes it though, and he's usually pickier than I am, so they must be doing something right.
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Amanda Z.

Well, I have lived a couple blocks from this joint for about four years now and my opinion of it has not changed...it's awful. I don't even think the Margaritas are killer (hello...they make them from a mix! In my opinion, if you're boasting about your margaritas, make them something special, not something you could get from any TGI Friday's!) I have eaten here several times (I generally love Mexican food, and it was in my neighborhood), but it never ever got better! The food is not good (I have found hair in my food on more than one occasion), the service is awful, and as I mentioned before, the margaritas aren't even that good!
(1)
Dan T.

Great margaritas, horrible service. The managers and staff are, as legend suggests, batshit insane. For years I've popped in for an annual-ish margarita (yum) and sub-par food. This year a buddy wanted to have his birthday here and so we called ahead. They promised us some great seating, but said they couldn't take a reservation. We show up, and they get really standoffish. They said if our entire party wasn't there right then, we had to leave. We stepped outside to regroup, and when the birthday boy himself went in to discuss a compromise (and this is one of the most sheepish and accommodating guys I know) we all watched from the sidewalk as a short Napoleonic freak screamed at him to get out. As my friend was chased outside, the manager told us to "get the fuck away from his restaurant" and told us we were all banned. We were completely polite the entire time. I don't know what happened to this place, but it's become a total creepshow and I recommend avoiding it so it can appropriately lose business and make way for a business that deserves to exist in this happening neighborhood full of better options. You can get better margaritas by heading up to Andersonville and visiting Angel's.
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Ellie B.

Cesar's makes one mean mango 'rita! I loved them! They were very gracious to host our book club yesterday. I thought the mini wraps were delicious - stuffed with spinach, mushrooms and chicken. Kristen and I shared the equivalent of a Chipotle Burrito Bol, except this actually tasted GOOD! It was huge, and filled with fresh goodies. I thought it was tasty, though not necessarily the most flavorful. Good enough to be happy with however. Minus 1 star for not taking credit cards in the lounge. I find that odd. I'm surprised so many people had such negative experiences, but I suppose I see it a bit differently as I was there for an event.
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Ms T.

Horrible, horrible. They reason why they are called "killer" margaritas is because it makes you want to kill the bartender for sending such swill to your table. Seriously, these margaritas are really bad and have a strange aftertaste, no matter what flavor you have. I'll take a Lalo's margarita over this anytime!
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Courtney C.

I agree with a lot of other yelpers. Come here for the Margaritas, and the Margaritas only. The food is overpriced (seriously? $12 for 3 tiny chicken wraps? I can get a huge burrito at Chipotle for the price of 2 of those dinky wraps.) Without the margaritas, I would have given this place 1 star. We made a reservation for 8p, and they told us they'd hold our table until 8:15. We got there at 8:10, and they already gave our table away. It wouldn't have been so bad to wait for another table, but we had a party of 15 people. The hostess was apologetic, but made me chase down the manager myself to inquire about a new table (I don't know why she didn't just use the walkie thing on her ear). Eventually we got a table. I'd go back, but only for Margaritas.
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Melissa L.

A favorite for Margarita's & the nachos. We usually come here, since the Groupon's and usually for this location. Food is good but hey, this is Chicago, not Texas or Arizona. Expect long waits on Friday & Saturday nights, but if you can find a spot at the bar, you can wait it out with a "killer Margarita." I prefer the Mega Classic on the rocks with salt. We usually go to this location on busier night because there seems to be more seating than at the Clark St. location & more space to wait for a table.
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Jim S.

Cesar's is only two blocks from my apartment but it took me almost a year to actually go there. I was pretty impressed with the food--they even have some healthier mexican food without all the cheese if you don't want that. Plus, the margaritas are enormous and (as my friend will attest to), VERY strong. Also, the service is pretty good. My only gripe would be the unusual layout and the somewhat cramped seating...they have 3 dining areas and 2 bars, but everything is kinda small.
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Claudia R.

Great big margaritas with a about 8 flavor options (try mango!) and spacious feel. A fun and easy spot to stop with outdoor seating and a friendly staff. The waiter offered us soup on the house (the little things really do it for me, I know). The food was edible but forgettable; check out the appetizer list, each of the 5 items consist of the same ingredients just rearranged and given different names. It's pretty funny. Go for drinks and sit outside but remember to bring cash because the outdoor seating is cash-only (there's an ATM inside if needed).
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Mary C.

Ugh... I came to this place because I saw the groupon deal and I've always loved mexican food so I was very eager to go. I even brough my friends from wisconsin to visit this place and I was seriously embarrassed by them. I sat outside and it was a nice night. I admit the maragritas were good. Yummy! But the service and food was seriously disappointing. Sigh.... The food was not half as good or authentic as the restaurants I've been to in Pilson. It was double the price of everything that it was worth. But the worst was the service... I had to practically beg someone to take our order, get some more water & napkin and even the check. Everything was super super slow. And what made me more mad was, I sat right inthe corner table by the entrance and I saw how the waiter was just chit chatting away and totally ignored us. The busboy was very rude too. I asked him if he could get our waiter and he just said " I dunno" and walked away. When I finally got the check to pay, I didin't realized you couldn't use the two groupons that I purchased together. (my fault) but the guy didn't even say anything and crumbled and threw away one of my groupons and just said that only one can be used. He could've just gave it back to me. I thought that was really rude. Obviously, I'm not looking forward to going back there again but I was stuck with one groupon left. So I went again, yestereday.... and.... AGAIN!!!! the BAD SERVICE continues.... POOR POOR POOR SERVICE!!!! I have a dog and maybe sometimes he begs me for a treat but its also because he doesn't pay for anything that he begs a little but I'm a paying customer! why do I have to beg for some service. My friend and I sat outside for 30 minutes before we even saw the menu. No water No Chips. We sat outside again because it was a nice day, and I had to get up and walk inside to ask for someone to take our order. Ugh! When I finally got to order, I ordered the appetitizer guacamole and the waiter actually had the nerves to ask us if we want chips with that... we sat with a empty table with nothing there... of course we want it with some chips. We ordered maragritas and it was good. Love it. but it was also the first thing to come to us. So we were sitting with only drinks. No table settings of any kind, like, napkin, forks, or chips & salsa. And then when the things came, it all came together. They gave our food and chips & salsa all together. So we didn't even know where to start. We wanted the chips but our food was going to get cold so it was awlful.... let me remind you, at this point our appetitizer guacamole still has NOT arrived yet.... by the time we were done with our main entrees......... HERE COME THE GUACAMOLE!!!!! seriously?!?!? We were already done but I didn't want to send it back so we sat there and just dragged ourselves through that. Needless to say.... I WILL NEVER COME BACK AGAIN, AND I WILL LET MY FRIENDS & FAMILY KNOW! AWLFUL! I gave you guys two chances and you blew both!
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Feedback F.

Eeek! Are here past Sunday. Got a burrito with steak. The meat has pieces of lard in it. Need I say more? Ewww!!! Their guacamole was pretty good, however we had to ask them twice to bring it. Overall, the food is nasty and way overpriced. I never thought I'd say this but Chipotle and Taco Burrito King have better quality of meet and ingredients. I would not reccomend this place and will not go back again.
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Patrick C.

Terrible service! After yelling at the waitress about not being able to substitute sour cream for guacamole only to be told there would be a charge for the change!!!! I had enough. So I said I will have nothing. No food. I already ordered an $11 margarita and was going to order a $11meal. WTF??? Friends ordered. I simmered. She left. I went off and friends tried to calm me down. Owning my own restaurant we offer anything to accomodate our customers. Margaritas came for us all at the table I rejected mine being so pissed. Waitress hurried over to see the problem and I yelled at her saying this is unacceptable. She said she could help and I said TOO LATE. Moral - Go eat here if you want a alright place that does not care about serving their patrons! BK is able to change orders to serve their $5bucks orders and they can't help here!?? Sweet. Suck it - hope it does Killer Margarita you.
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Lo S.

I was cautious before coming to Cesars Mexican Restaurant because so many of my friends just go their for the Mega margaritas. I figured it was just a place to pregame off of cheap margs. But, I was wrong. I went using a Groupon so I figured I had nothing to lose. I was so surprised how quick our service was. My frozen guava margarita was excellent (I never order them frozen because so many places give you a snow cone) and the chips were fresh and crispy! My chicken fajitas were some of the best I have had. They also carry my favorite hot sauce, Yucateca, and even a Chipotle aioli. I want to return to try the fish tacos for sure. I really enjoyed Cesars!
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Rachel M.

Cesar's is hands down my favorite mexican place ever!! Even living in San Diego currently, there is no place that compares! Their margaritas are insanely good - I would recommend the Strawberry or Raspberry, but you can't go wrong with any of them. Do not plan on driving home if you order up a Jumbo. I have seen very few of my friends leave this place sober!! Their chips and salsa are delish - the chips taste a lot like Fritos. My favorite entrees are the tortipizza and chicken super nachos - both of which are large enough that you can split. I haven't figured out why but sometimes they randomly give you soup and tequila shots - trust me , i'm not complaining! Awesome spot!
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Rocky B.

I like this Cesar's better than the one located on Clark. The service is friendlier and more attentive. The atmosphere at this Cesar's is alot better as well. The food can be hit or miss depending on what you order. Margarita's will knock you on your butt. It is pretty lame tho that they charge you after your first basket of chips. On the flip side they have this thing where if you give up your table between certain hours when it's crowded you get a free margarita.
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Arlene M.

food isn't so special... it's the kinda place where u order something cause it sounds interesting- and when its in ur face you're like 'what in the world?' 'are u serious?' 'i could make this at home...' that's pretty much how i felt about this taco pizza... great idea-- overpriced other places i go to--- beans and rice always comes with here--- u have to ask for it and pay extra--- and rice is dry---- icky. pina coladas are awesome- margaritas were great.
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Lee D.

I specifically joined Yelp to write this review of Ceasar's on Broadway: After passing the restaurant several times, I was rather intrigued. Myself and 4 others went on Saturday and requested to sit on the patio. Well come to find out, CASH ONLY on the patio. Why? No clue when you can use a credit card 2 feet inside. So we accepted a table inside. Well the food came and it was just terrible. I ordered the tacos and have had better at any late night burrito place in the city. Enchilada looked like something from the toilet...and didn't taste much better. Chips and salsa were terrible (not really sure how you screw it up, but they found a way). With so many other better Mexican places in the city, no one should give Ceasar's the time of day. Margarita's are actually fairly decent but expensive. That brings me to our check. We asked to split the bill among our group of 5. We broke out how much on each card so the server wouldn't have to do. Well THEY ONLY ACCEPT 2 CREDIT CARDS! This was printed nowhere on the menu, nowhere in the store, nowhere. We asked to speak with the manager who reaffirmed their stance that its their policy. Unbelievable. Crappy food, crappy "policies" = AVOID.
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Jason S.

The margaritas are not the only thing that is KILLER about this flop shop called Cesars. Eleven of us went for dinner and choked down our food to be THREATENED BY THE MANAGER. They would not swipe any more than 2 of our credit cards (we asked that they swipe 3) so one of the members in our group asked to see the manager. The 4'9 manager who acted 6'2 came to our table and ended up getting the in the face of one of our party and yelled, "lets take it outside Dumbo". I have NEVER in my life been witnessed management of a restaurant treat patrons in such a despicable way. To be completely fair, the member in our party was not appropriate with his comments, but the manager behaved and responded as if he was 15 year old on a failed first date. Go to any place in Chicago BUT Cesars on Broadway. I will make it my mission to see that this restaurant fails and turns into another unneeded Starbucks.
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Sarah E.

I didn't eat here, just had drinks with friends. The 4 of us got 2 Margarita pitchers. They were awesome! Had some blue one and a mango one. I think they were $30/each. We got plenty of drinks out of each. Definitely recommend this place! Next time I'll have to try the food.
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J P.

Cesar's has always been one of my favorite places to go with friends. The food is good, margaritas are great, and service has always been decent. However, on my most recent visit, I fear it may be starting to decline. Upon sitting at our table we had to wait 15 minutes for our waiter to take our drink order, and this was after a member of our group had to get up to say something. After ordering it took another 15 minutes just to get our drinks. The waiter dropped off our drinks and walked away, and we had to wait once again to flag him down to take our food order. On top of the horrible service, the margaritas were way too sweet, which was something I had never experienced there in the past.
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K T.

Boo on the food -- but totally go there to get drunk. Those margarita's are S-T-R-O-N-G!! And it doesn't hurt that they give you a free shot with every meal. The staff is very nice and attentive -- the food is mediocre Mexican at best.
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Brenda W.

Disappointed. I used to go to Cesar's a few years ago and kind of forgot about it and went back last week. The waiter seemed eager to turn our table by practically taking my guac off my fork to take the plate. The margaritas don't seem to be as killer as I remember and the food was ok. I remember times that I could barely make it out of the place after 1 margarita. He gave us the check before we even finished drinks and the food. Either way, I didn't feel comfortable in the place and wasn't impressed. I doubt I will be back.
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Shannon D.

Cesar's food is decent, but the margaritas aren't remotely killer. Compared to Mayan Palace, it takes me twice as many drinks at Cesar's to get a buzz on - and they're bigger, priciers drinks too. The food is overpriced as well, but the portions are decent-sized. The crowds are a bit more understated at the Broadway location than the Clark St. one. The longer you stay, the better your chances are for getting some free shots thrown your way. The one nice thing about the Broadway location is the outdoor dining during the warmer months. Just be forewarned you have to order a meal to sit outside, and you must pay cash.
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Cicele B.

Ok so maybe this is a sign that I need to change my ways, but the margaritas were not killer. They were WEAK!! Isn't tequila supposed to be a part of the deal? If so it was out to lunch this time. The food wasn't anything special either. Nothing was seasoned. The ambiance was lacking and the general clientele was very young to say the least. Perhaps this is merely a sign that Im just an old ass drunk, nonetheless I will not be back.
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Matthew E.

At least they're not liars, because someone should take their margaritas down to the station and book their ass for murder. Murder of common sense, balance, coordination, and vision. Ventured to this location for some killer margaritas and got 2 pitchers of them. While the price is steep at $30 a pitcher it comes out to like 6-8 glasses of them which brings the price down dramatically per glass. They are extremely strong and will knock you on your ass. Have a few you'll find out whey they call em killer.
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Elizabeth M.

I live in the neighborhood, so I have tried Cesars on several occasions. The verdict: good margaritas, bad food. If you're looking for a place to hang out and drink margaritas while munching on chips and salsa, this is your place. If you're looking for good Mexican food, I would go elsewhere.
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John F.

So the cool part about this place is it's usually pretty quick to get into, has decent food and you can sit outside. If you have time to wait, I'd highly recommend Tarasca's, but this place isn't bad. Fun to even just grab a margarita and sit outside to people watch down Broadway. Food's not bad, margarita's aren't quite as potent as Tarasca's. Cool place to hit up if you pass it, but not something to travel a long distance for.
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Amy R.

Although I've always seen a decent-sized crowd anytime I've walked past this location or the Clark one, I never could understand its appeal, and I managed to avoid the place until a friend recently decided to dine here on her birthday. The obvious highlight of Cesar's is their 'killer margaritas,' which definitely knocked a few of my friends on their asses. Call me crazy, but I'm just not a tequila fan, and this place highly favors the drink. Good luck getting anything else but a bottle of beer if your tastes are like mine. We went in a group of 6, but luckily I knew ahead of time that in such 'sizable' parties, one must pay CASH. I'm sure their conveniently located ATM in the restaurant does pretty good business. The decor is overstated 'Mexican,' as if I couldn't deduce that from the name, and the music is WAY too loud (at least on the top level) to have a decent conversation over dinner, but at least it drowned out the gaggle of screeching sorority girls seated next to us. The entire experience gave me the impression that this place fits in more with a college (or Wrigleyville) bar scene than a true Mexican restaurant. One girl in our group had issues with tomatoes, and requested her dish come without them - a simple request that still managed to get screwed up. Instead of fixing a new dish, they took it back to the kitchen and simply scraped the tomatoes off. Gee, great, thanks. They completely botched my order as well, but the long wait for the food made me too hungry to care. They also managed to overcharge us on drinks, thanks to their archaic cash system and inability to figure out I had already paid for my drink. At least my friend seemed to enjoy it - those free tequila shots at the end of the meal pretty much guaranteed that if anything bad had happened anyway, she wouldn't remember!
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Kristina B.

Best margaritas ever. The strawberry is to die for, and the blue curacao is just as good. Come here for drinks with the girls and I guarantee that you'll have a great time. The staff was extremely friendly. The bartender even hooked us up with free tequila shots (maybe he overheard my friend talking about how boys are stupid...or...maybe he just wanted to thank us for ordering our second pitcher, HA!). Free shots or not, he was still super nice and very attentive. The food is really good! I've gotten their quesadillas and their guacamole and both are excellent. Sometimes, you get guacamole from a restaurant and it lacks good flavor; such is not the case at Cesar's. Their guacamole is killer! All in all, like I said, this is a great place to come and drink with the girls. It's fun to just order pitchers and bitch about things with loved ones. You should try it some time, if you haven't...and if you're looking for a place to do so, make it Cesar's! :)
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Ang R.

I was pretty shocked that after your first basket of chips, you have to pay for the rest. I'm used to the unlimited chips at most other Mexican places. That said, the food was pretty good. Not something I'd go out of the way for, but tasty enough to eat occasionally. I had the mini-burritos, with chicken. The chicken was pretty damn good, in the scheme of things. Still, not the best Mexican I've ever had.
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Colleen B.

I love Cesar's. I've been to both locations and I think I like the one on Broadway better. If you're going for a meal and a drink, stay downstairs or outside. If you're going for drinkS and a little nosh, head upstairs and sit at the bar. It's a good place to bring a date, or a bigger group of friends. An all around friendly place to enjoy some yummy margaritas and some decent food. I like the spinach quesadillas. Two banana margaritas and a shot of tequila and I'm a HAPPY girl! :D
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Nicole C.

Definitely not the best Mexican food in Chicago, but it is consistently good and I like that you get a free cup of soup with an entree. The margaritas are killer - they're huge, strong, and made with real fruit. The atmosphere is warm and inviting.
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smilie d.

Killer Margaritas my ass! I've had better premade Margarita's. Service sucks even early when no one is there. Downstairs bar is where we were and we were the only ones there for the first hour, so the bartender decided his texting and cell phone talking was more important that his customers. It was really sad because my friends wife really wanted to try this place.
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Melissa B.

So overpriced! I mean, the margaritas are ok, but everything else is pretty crappy. And expensive. No thank you, I'll go to Nuevo Mexicano instead.
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Azra C.

I have been to the Cesars on clark many times and I absolutely love it. One Saturday clark Cesars was too crowded so me and 5 of my friends decided to go to the broadway location. Big mistake. When we first got there they told us we had to wait 20 minutes, which was fine. I went downstairs to use the washroom and saw a few tables were open. We asked if we could push the 2 tables together and just sit there, they said no. A few people walked in after us and got seated right away. My friends started complaining and the hostess AND MANAGER started cursing at us - very professional. Needless to say we walked out and will never be back, and it's okay because we ended up at a much better restaurant - Blue Agave - which makes muchhhhhh better margaritas and has amazing food! So big F U Cesars.
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Rachell G.

Any place that serves an abomination like a Red Bull margarita does not have the right to claim it as a specialty. Even the regular margarita is quite bad; I couldn't stomach more than a glass or two, because the sour mix made me feel sick. Next time, I'm just taking a bottle of Cuervo to El Norte.
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Dee W.

Their margaritas are huge and delish! A great spot for friends to get together and enjoy some Americanized Mexican food & great margaritas (try the mango)! As for food - I always get the mini wraps and the nachos - they're huge and delish. Sometimes, we get tube shots of tequilla - yum. They also have the Last Call Lounge upstairs for some fun, too.
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Andrea C.

Killer margaritas for decent prices. Good place to go with friends to chill and drink. We went on a weeknight and the service was great. Our waiter constantly checked on us which was nice. The food isn't bad but not the best mexican.
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Bethany J.

Ehhh, I don't know about this place. I had a good experience at the one on Clark, but I've come here twice now and it hasn't really done it for me. Last night had to be the weirdest experience and I'm gonna give 2 thumbs down to the hostess to start it off. She informed us that outdoor seating was closing, perhaps we'd like to go upstairs for outdoor seating in the night lounge-cash only. So, we decided that might be cool and headed up there only to have someone tell us that the seating was full. So we walked back down the flight of stairs and waited for the hostess to seat us in a very open area at an awkward cramped table (I'm telling you there were like 3 other tables full, that's it and she puts us here of all places). Well, then there was the waiter, who was like super awkward & not friendly at all. A couple times he just walked by our table looked at us & didn't say anything, when in fact I did need something from him. This man should not be waiting tables, I'm hoping he was just stoned or something and that he's really not such a socially awkward asshole. The food, in my opinion, was pretty good, but the margaritas mixed with the food was enough to make me sick (be careful). He brought out the food with little time for us to work on the margaritas. I know from working in restaurants in younger years that you're supposed to time these things a little better. I'm pretty sure he just wanted us out of there, but trying to down half of a jumbo margarita on a full stomach was not an easy task. I have no desire to return. ughhh, thinking about this place right now & their unfriendly aura makes my stomach turn.
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Daniel B.

I work across the street from this place and have ordered them a few times. Everytime I order from here I want to kill myself. The food is just not good at all. The rice and beans are super bland. Every entree they have is way too overpriced and sucks my balls. For some reason they send this soup with every meal that is like kryptonite in my office because no on wants to touch the shit. Maybe it's good for waxing cars or picking up oil spills. The only thing I've had here that was worth buying was their salsa. It's a little bit spicier than your typical stock salsa which is good. I'd honestly rather pay someone to punch me in the face than order from here again.
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John G.

Did not have a good time here. The salsa was tomato paste, my burrito was 90%lettuce, and the chicken was probably spoiled. It just tasted like chalk. The Margharitas are great but they're overpriced ($10 for the cheapest one). The service was sullen here as well. I was really being nice about the bad food, but the waitress was acting like I'd just told her to clean her room. She took back the chicken, but didn't bring a new one. In this neighborhood there are several of those cheap fast Mexican places that serve up better food for half the price.
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Kathryn M.

So I've lived down the street from this Cesar's for over a year but have yet to imbibe in the extremely killer margaritas. I headed here with a fellow yelper. Definitely a lot nicer than the one on Clark with multiple floors and big windows. Try to sit on the second floor so you can stare at people's bald spots! Definitely a fun time. Anyway, all we had were margaritas, guess what...taste the same as the ones on Clark...but overall something about it is nicer. Wish I could tell ya what exactly...but you know I was drinking margaritas on an empty stomach.
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Amaliya L.

I had no idea that they opened up a new location. I had been going to the one on Clark for over 15 years...when it was still a tiny hole in the wall. We often held our manager meetings at the Clark location, and the service and food was impeccable. This location is the "hip" version of their restaurant. 3 levels? 4? I;m not sure. Definitely not the same as their original. They've taken their killer margaritas concept to an all new level. We wanted to see Andy & Russ in the flesh at least one last time, so we booked a sitter almost 2 months in advance for this event. First off, parking is atrocious in this neighborhood. We ended up parking above Cost Plus for $16! Still cheaper than risking a ticket for permit parking, or walking in the frigid cold. We hadn't eaten, and although there were passed appetizers on the other side...I didn't want to look like a pig to a trough so we decided to order...Cesars at one time was our ultimate favorite Mexican restaurant. We found a spot at the bar on the other side of the party. Service was not so great. Took forever to get our orders in. Seriously...we waited over half an hour before we could get our order in. Liz is right on about the service. They don't look at you...and I'm not one to be obnoxious by waving either. So we sat...even though the bartender gave us menus when we asked and knew that we were ordering. The menu upstairs was limited, so we opted for the taco dinner and a super burrito suizo. The steak is really good here...but after eating countless dinners at TBK...I'd have to admit that they have lost some of their authenticity. And we did not get free shots with our meal. No basket of chips or salsa. What really blew was that it was all cash only. Somehow, our simple dinner, 3 margaritas and 4 shots totaled $100. I'd rather have spent $100 on really good food. I didn't anticipate having a bill like that at Cesars, and for the service... it definitely did not warrant a good tip..but guilt always wins out and we left 20% anyways. And poo to the bartender. Being that it was Andy & Russ...I wanted to order a round of blow jobs......said that he didn't know how and didn't bother asking...in bartender terms..screw you, I'm not making them. And it is true....you will get blitzed on those margaritas...they are still as good as they get. But back to cash only...paying $2.50 for an atm fee doesn't make me happy....especially when I know that the restaurant gets a portion of that...not very cool to your customers when you insist it be a cash bar. But all in all...Andy & Russ were the reasons that we were there, and we wouldn't have missed it for the world. They made this experience as they do so many UNFORGETTABLE.
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Albert L.

This place always seems very popular with a young crowd. Had dinner here on a Satuday evening. We each chose a fruity margarita (one frozen mango, one strawberry on the rocks). I didn't find them to be very potent or particularly "killer", but then again I'm not a big fan of fruity drinks. We had the steak flautas and chicken breast on red sauce. Food was okay/plentiful and priced around 11$. They brought up complimentary little cups of soup before the entrees, too. It was fairly loud indoors (drunk/rowdy patrons), and the service "very" attentive. Almost too attentive as I was getting annoyed that they kept coming back again and again. I would come back, if I were coming with a group of friends that liked fruity drinks.
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Morris F.

The only reason we went to Cesars was because we got a Groupon for $15 that bought us $30 worth of food and drink. We won't be going back. The Margaritas may be great, but at $10 for the least expensive we didn't try them, opting instead for the much more reasonably priced beer. The chips are average at best, but the accompanying salsa was quite good. Likewise the guacamole ($4 for a small order, which seems about right given the price of avocados these days). Although the server was friendly, the food was extremely slow to arrive. The meats were njcely marinated and moist, but the torta still ended up being quite dry. We were charged extra for a "side order" of jalapeno to go with the torta, despite the fact that it is a standard item on this traditional Mexican sandwich. The menu has to be described as extremely limited, offering a handful of standard appetizers and just a few main dishes. Inside, the noise is mind-numbingly loud, prohibiting any but the most rudimentary conversation. Probably this is ok with the mostly 20-something patrons there to drink, see and be seen. (A young woman at the table next to us flashed me with her boobs as I was leaving, demonstrating the type of crowd the place attracts.) Minus the Groupon discount, our minimalist meal would have been over $50 (for two) if we had ordered margaritas -- and you can do much better for that kind of money at other Lakeview Mexican restaurants. The cash-only policy on the patio (as mentioned by others) serves no visible purpose.
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agustin c.

Food is ok. The service is definitely not good. For example, they did not want to split the check into a coupe of cards. But, the margarita pitcher is a plus. Great deal for less than $30.
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Audrey S.

Must get the margaritas. Food is so-so, but like the slogan on their front door says they truly do have Killer Margaritas. I recommend the strawberry frozen, 10 oz. Do get an extra order of chips and salsa. Don't order the chicken quesadilla. Do bring a girlfriend/crutch with you to the bathroom to hang onto. Pace yourself!
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Kimberly B.

I prefer this location to the one on Clark. I'm not sure why... but the atmosphere is just better! I've gone to both locations so many times I can't count. This is a great place to go for a birthday as they give away shots of tequila (not sure if it always happens... but it happened for us!). If you have a decent size group this location has a nice upstairs that can accommodate at least 20 people. I liked it because it's like you get your own private room. Much preferred compared to being in the basement on Clark (although they might have redone that by now - it's been a while). The food is good - not the best ever but just really good. They have decent chips and salsa. But let's get to the point, you go to Cesars because you plan on having a MARGARITAS:). They are KILLER! And yes, you should definitely order a frozen margarita when you go.
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Ray R.

Meh... I've experienced better best describes my experience at Cesars. Ate there last night for the second time. Their salsa is quite bland and food is average. While I was eating it, I kept wishing i was eating at Chipotle. I would have received better tasting and less expensive food.
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Andrea S.

Well, when we got there we wanted to sit outside and the waitress informed us that outside is "cash only". I'm not sure why they do it that way, but oh well, we went inside. There is a sign inside that says "We do not serve upset people". I thought that was pretty funny. We were taken all the way to the top of the building and got our table. I ordered a blended mango marg and it tasted just like the one I had at Cesar's on clark. The consistency is kind of off. It was tasty though! I enjoyed the chips and salsa and free soup. I ordered carne asada and it was okay, nothing special. I didn't like their flour tortillas! They seemed really thin and didn't taste like much. I moved here from California and they really make great mexican food over there, so I may be a tough critic. My friend had a beer and our waitress took it from her without asking if she was finished, which she wasn't, it still had beer in it! So that was strange. The service was fast. I cannot say that the food was good enough for the price though. It was about $40 for two people... I've had a lot better mexican food for cheaper.
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Nathan W.

I attended maggie's birthday party here last weekend. It was most certainly a good time, primarily from being in good company. Cesar's [sic] look's to me a bit like a chili's if chili's was a little more nightclubesque. I can only speak for the private party section of this place when I say that the bar did not always have someone behind it and considering our attendance, there could have been more food available. Especially the cheese quesadillas that were by far the first to disappear. And for good reason.
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David W.

We stopped in just to have a few drinks in the afternoon. Our group sampled a few of the flavored margarita's and they were very tasty. Chips and salsa were on the table and refilled regularly even though we were only having a couple drinks. Service was friendly and the place has an interesting layout with a few nice nooks for medium sized groups to sit comfortably.
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Ann Y.

i stumbled across this place because it was late at night and not much else in the neighboor hood was open and I was starving. That being said- the food was ok- nothing spectacular and it appeared to be your typical college frat bar scene. The one thing that bothered me was that there were no free refills on soda. This is a mexican restaraunt with spicy food. The soda was way overpriced and small. Very aggrivating considering that they make a TON of money on soda. Several people stumbled by our table hardley being able to stand. I didn't try the drinks but they seemed pretty standard. I wouldn't make an effort to go back but if I am in the neighborhood and its late I would go again.
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Lisa A.

Cesar's certainly lives up to its reputation as having killer margaritas! But don't be scared that means you'll enjoy your time and this fun watering hole. The choices of margaritas will make everyone in your party happy. The waitstaff is very nice and attentive. The food is good but not I've had better. That's not to say that I haven't eaten some good mexican food there its just not as top notch as the margaritas. The prices reasonable. Pitchers are about $29 bucks and trust me they will go a long way if you have a party of 3 or 4. There are two locations and hands down I like the Broadway location better. You have more seating choices and an upstairs patio. Make sure that you ask if your section accecpts credit cards or cash.
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Kera E.

There are a few other reviews citing examples of the absolute insanity of the management at this restaurant and my review is no different. I met 5 people there for dinner on a particularly busy day in Lakeview (maybe Market Days, maybe Pride Pardade, I forget). The experience started out OK, with the food being tasty and the drinks alcoholic. Suddenly, in the middle of most people at my table still eating, the waitress brought the check and told us they "needed to turn the table" so we'd "have to wrap it up". WTF????!! We had planned on staying for a few more rounds and people weren't even finished eating. When I resisted, she told me to take it up with the manager. I went down to the host stand and told them my problem and they told me it was "time to go". When I became visually upset he said, "Well then you don't come here again". Don't worry- I WON'T. And like many other yelpers I do have a mission to see that word on the street is: THIS PLACE IS OPERATED BY AN EGOTISTIC ANGRY GUIDO WITH NO SENSE OF CUSTOMER SERVICE . You don't kick a paying table of 6 people out in the middle of their meal. Hope that table turnover worked out for him because it is the last time I will EVER go there. What an ass.
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Mike P.

I live very near this place, so when someone calls out for Margarita's it's off to Cesar's we go. I have no criticism of the food, I only wish that they would expand the menu. If you want a wider selection, You'll have to hit Mayan Palace. The one saving grace on the menu is the soup they give with the meals. It is excellent, even by my Mexican wife's standards. She compares it to her grandmother's soup. I prefer the Broadway location because it's nicer than the Clark Street shop, but both offer identical food and drinks.
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Lauren D.

this place promised a killer margarita, and it delivered me a meager one. i mean, it was fine, whatever. i wouldn't really go back here for any reason. the flavored margaritas (i never order these but tried a friends) are relatively decent, but who wants a banana flavored margarita? food = fine. hard to find parking. kind of smokey/dark in the basement seating area.
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Brett C.

I actually think this place is great! The Ceasar's on Broadway knows customer service. If i ever have to wait for a table, they always give me a free drink card to go upstairs and use while I wait. The food is decent, nothing to write home about, but the Margaritas are nice and smooth, and will sneak attack you by the time you are nearing the end of it. And on top of that, if you are eating a meal and get a Margarita, they will give you free tequilla shots at the end. I mean c'mon, what place does this?
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Louis A.

I've been to Ceasar's quite a bit since moving to Chicago. I think it has something to do with the huge margaritas: three size options, 9+ flavors. I'm not a big margarita person, but there is no better way to spend a lazy afternoon when you've got friends in town. As for the food, it's nothing to write home about --- but it's really not bad. I guess it's just what you would expect from a mainstream Mexican restaurant. Ceasar's is a little pricey for what it is --- but it's still very enjoyable.
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Christina B.

i would have liked it much better if the waiter were more attentive. My friend and i would have ordered another round of drinks, but after waiting 40 mins for the waiter to come by again, we decided to forget it. We asked for the check, and 30 minutes it came. Talk about a buzz kill. Don't go here if you are looking for good service.
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Megan K.

Go here for margaritas when they're having a special, and make sure you bring cash. If you want decent Mexican food, you're better off walking down the street and eating at a taco/burrito joint. It'll taste better and cost you significantly less. Oh, and we've received free shots of tequila here, but only when we've been a ladies-only group, if that means anything.
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Jen K.

The only redeeming part about this restaurant is the margaritas. The food is disgusting and has made me feel sick whenever I've been there. They are funny about their credit card acceptance which is the one thing I really hate since I use my CC for everything.
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Aztlan S.

**I have ordered takeout from here dozens of times, LOVED IT!** I have also dined in a few times. The food: the Costillas en Salsa Verde (A half slab of tender pork rigs in homemade green salsa verde) are FINGER-LICKING GOOD. The carne asada and enchiladas also rock. I can see why people get annoyed with the service, however, it does get packed sometimes so they probably do need the tables for guests who want to eat, not just drink. My friends and I were also invited over to the bar since we were done eating and the waitress gave us some coupons for free drinks. (It *is* in Lakeview after all and popular places DO tend to get crowded so the need for tables for eating patrons is understandable.) If you live near here, you can't go wrong if you order to go. I'm not a heavy drinker but the margaritas sure hit the spot. Then again, it could have been the free tequila shots... PS: What's up with the staff watching the outdoor patio? **Oh, by the way, I really don't like the Clark street location. The chubby guy who takes the take out orders is really annoying. There is no need for attitude like that. The times I actually ate there, my friends and I all liked the food and the wait staff.
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Eric D.

Is there anything better than sitting outside on a nice summer day while drinking a margarita? I've only been here once and just had a margarita along with some chips and salsa, but that was enough to win me over and make me consider coming back and trying other things. Oh, and the jumbo margarita is definitely a "killer"
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Audra S.

Being the Mexican food afficionado that I am, I love this place. The food isn't the best, and actually, the location on Clark is better. However, the margaritas are pretty potent and the service is friendly. The last time I was there we were given our bill with a couple test tube shots of tequila -- and I'm not talking about shooters, this is the real deal. If you want to sit on the patio, know ahead of time that it's cash only.
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Jennifer B.

The margaritas were indeed strong, but not delicious and neither was the food. I am not really big on presentation, but seriously, slapping a burrito on an old white plate with no attention to detail really didn't do it for me. Next time we'll walk the extra block to go to El Neuvo.
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Kristen H.

I haven't had a raspberry margarita that GOOD in a LONG time! It was so yummy, with the chunks of fruit in it. As Ellie said, we shared the rice bowl w/ chicken. It was just like she said, so much better than Chipotle. We shared it and I still couldn't finish it. I'm pretty sure we got special treatment because of Andy F. and our book club meeting, but I thought they did a pretty good job with the group. I'd definitely be willing to give them a chance without the group. Or maybe just stop in for the YUMMY margarita!
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Tamara K.

Went there last night with some friends. My friend asked if they could swirl a pitcher. The waitress thought about it a minute and then said no. They can swirl one in a giant margarita glass but not a pitcher? OK maybe. I asked if when ordering the 3 mini burritos you could get 3 different fillings. I think you had to see her crabby pouty face to understand she is the one making the decisions here based on what she feels like dealing with. She said no, only 2. What sense does that make? She just seemed like she would rather be anywhere than waiting on us and quite frankly, I wished she was too. The raspberry margaritas we did get were good, but certainly not the best I've ever had. I won't be back. There are much better place to hang in this city.
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Rachelle T.

This place is terrible. Yea, the margaritas are decent (but you can find plenty of places with decent margaritas) but everything else about Cesars on Broadway sucks. They have the WORST service and the food is completely sub-par. Our waiter only came by to take our order and drop off our food, never asked if things were okay (which they weren't - he totally lied to us about the spiciness of the dish) and then we pretty much had to tackle him to the ground to get our bill. Not to mention there's a $15 minimum on any credit/debit card purchases - BS. With all of the other restaurants in Lakeview I'm actually surprised they're still in business.
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Misse D.

You don't come here for the food, but the drinks. The margaritas are good but not nearly as good as El Jardin. I always have a good (read drunken good) time.
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elizabeth n.

They do have killer margaritas here just like they say they do. The food is pretty good but I definitely prefer going downstairs and just drinking with some chips. Good atmosphere, but if you're looking for a great place to eat- there are other Mexican restaurants with better food.
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Lauren W.

I love mexican food but was completely disappointed with Cesar's. They rushed our group's dinner and the food was taco bell quality minus the taco bell prices. The margaritas were average, def not "killer." In no rush to come back.
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Shannon S.

Cesars is a pretty good Mexican restaurant. They have awesome margaritas that come in all different flavors. They are pretty potenent actually. Then at the end when they give you that nice shot of tequilla, now there's the thing that really knocks you down. There food is pretty good. I like the soup they give you before the meal. Always a lot of food too. Not bad in price at all. Definitely go for a margarita though, they are KILLER!!!!
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M M.

Nothing special, but nothing bad either! Great location for me, so that gives it at least 2 stars. Bartender made strong drinks, that's another star right there! I went here for a bachelorette party and we got a large table upstairs. The food wasn't anything out of the ordinary, probably similar to any chain Mexican restaurant (Chevy's). Food was promptly served, wasn't overly crowded, though there were some rowdy groups that got a little obnoxious (who'd think 50 year olds would wrestle and scream in the middle of a restaurant?!)..Apparently at Cesar's they do! Must be the Killer Margaritas. Tequila and I do not get along so I did not have one, however everyone else said they were to die for, esp. the strawberry!
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Jared S.

Great margaritas, nice atmosphere, pretty shitty food. I recommend coming here for drinks, but eat dinner elsewhere.
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Cathy J.

Having just moved from Scottsdale, Arizona where good Mexican restaurants are a dime a dozen, I wasn't too impressed by Cesars' steak burrito -- my mexican dish of choice. What I did enjoy was the Queso Fundido con Chorizo...yummy!!!! The pre-dinner chips and salsa were not bad either.
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Sydney K.

The Mexican food is okay here - the drinks could use a little more kick. Cesar's has somewhat of a low class college feel to it - although sometimes that's exactly what you're looking for. This is where you go to get drunk and rowdy with you friends, not to have quality Mexican food.
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Samantha L.

I could do without the food at Cesars, but the margaritas are to die for. They are not only so good, but they are absolutely huge! My friends and I come here all the time just for drinks.
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Courtney S.

Food- OK, service- Good, Margaritas- Great. Go for the margaritas- they are potent and really tasty. If you are hungry I'd suggest the chips/salsa because that is the basic and you can't really mess that up since the other food isn't the best.
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Ren H.

THe margaritas and chips are good but the food is sub-par... not the best mexican food I've had at all and the waitstaff at this particular location is nothing special..
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Doug p.

Not the best mexican i've ever had and our waitress was rude and made us leave her table because we only wanted drinks, even though there was NO ONE in her section! the margaritas are good though, they do the job
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amy k.

eh. love the frozen mango margarita. pretty potent. the food is just eh. the turkey mini wraps are okay. never had anything, with exception to the margaritas, worth cheering about. you can still smoke upstairs, but, like the patio, it's cash only.
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Shannon W.

Home to the Killer Margarita, this place hits the spot! By far the best margaita I've had since I've been here. Even the food is delish!! For the mexican food lover in you, I highly recommend coming here if not for the food then for the Killer Margaritas!!
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Cheryl L.

Cesar's ( killermargaritas.com ) has two locations - one on N. Clark and one on N. Broadway. The Clark Street location, with its huge front windows, is more see-and-be-seen; this location on Broadway has several different levels, allowing things to be a little quieter. The food is pretty good although nothing out of the ordinary, but it suited my tastes well and I really enjoy whatever I have there. The best reason to go to Cesar's is their "killer margaritas" - and they are killer, too - huge and potent, made with good enough tequilla that you don't always realize how much you've drank until it hits you. (Lightweights, watch out.) My favorite are their frozen raspberry margaritas, mmmm soooo good! The service can be erratic - I've had fantastic, and I've had bad service here - but we just like hanging out here and kickin' back with a few of those killer margaritas, whether frozen or on the rocks!
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Erin B.

My experience at Cesar's was similar to other reviewers...the food was fine but we were pushed out of our table halfway through our meal. The host actually asked us to move to the bar after the check had been sitting on our table for a few minutes. He said that "other people needed to eat dinner." We were sitting in the dining room for less than 45 minutes at that point! Although the margarita was good, I will never be back. There are many other Mexican restaurants in Chicago with better food and MUCH better customer service.
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Julia B.

Best Margarita's and chips around! If you want to hang out and drink some tequilla made drinks this is the place!
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Address : 2924 N Broadway
Chicago, IL, 60657
Phone (773) 296-9097
Website https://killermargaritas.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:00 am - 10

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Music : Background
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : No
Best Nights : Wed, Fri, Sat
Coat Check : No
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Cesars Killermargaritas

2924 N Broadway, Chicago, IL, 60657

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