El Tapatio
- Neighborhood: Lakeview
- 3400 N. Ashland Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60657
- 773-327-5475
- Price range: $ (Under $9)
This friendly neighborhood Mexican eatery offers affordable, traditional dishes, including enchiladas, tacos and chiles rellenos. Expect a wait on weekend nights.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Ashland and Lincoln.
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- Brown Line Train: Ashland. CTA Bus: 9 Ashland, 11 Lincoln.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday; 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- Mexican and American Tex Mex
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- Catering. Private parties up to 30
- Worth Noting:
- Recommended. 3 forks.
- Specialties:
- Pechuga a la Tapatia (breast of chicken sauteed with mushrooms, garlic, onions and green sauce, topped with cheese and served with vegetables and rice), carne asada, fajitas.
- Payment Methods:
- Mastercard and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. 12 tables.
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 20
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"Best Mexican in the City!!!"
By Amy J. from Roscoe Village, January 24, 2009
I live near by and my boyfriend and I walked by one day and gave it a whirl. Usually I find most Mexican resturants in the city are not great and I...
Report This Review"Love this place!"
By annakrum from north center, July 6, 2008
The food is delicious, good variety, and very affordable. Try the steak fajitas. The margaritas are amazing and the staff is quick and courteous. ...
Report This Review"my favorite restaraunt in Chicago"
By ophuls from Wrigleyville, April 7, 2008
This is honestly my favorite place in Chicago. Every time I go, I have an amazing time. The food is terrific and very reasonably priced, and you ...
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