La Finca Restaurante Cantina
4.4
- Neighborhood: Irving Park / Avondale
- 3361 N. Elston Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60618
- 773-478-4006
This quaint, family-owned Mexican spot is about as authentic as it gets. "Most of our customers are referrals," says Joel Iniquez, whose parents, Elisa and Roman, have been the owners and chefs since 1991. "We are always busy." The menu's traditional, but not boring. Carnivores can't say no to the Parilla al Patron, a two-person portion of short ribs, steak, chicken, and chorizo served on a tabletop grill that continues to sizzle while you eat. Service can be a bit slow, but no worries: Sip a made-to-order cazuela while you wait. This freshly squeezed citrus-and-tequila cocktail even comes in its own clay bowl.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Elston and Roscoe.
- Parking:
- Free Lot and Street
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: Belmont at California. Blue Line Train: Belmont or Addison stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Monday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday; 1-10 p.m., Saturday; closed Sunday (open Sunday for private parties only)
- Cuisine:
- Mexican, Seafood, and American Tex Mex
- Meals Served:
- Dessert, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. For parties of 5 or more only.
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes. Full menu.
- Live Music:
- No
- Features:
- Catering. On and off-premises. No dancing. No children's menu. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- No on-site store.
- Specialties:
- Authentic Mexican food; 'carne ala Tampiquena'; chile relleno; 'Parilla al Patron'; mushroom and onion quesadillas.
- Payment Methods:
- Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. For 45
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 75
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"La Finca is my favorite..."
Nicole from Chicago, IL - August 10, 2007
La Finca is my favorite casual mexican place. The atmoshpere is laid back and the margarita specials are great. Not the place to go to if you're in...
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"I'm really glad I found..."
Greg from Chicago, IL - December 19, 2006
I'm really glad I found this place because there are so many mediocre Mexican joints in this city. The food is wonderful and the staff is very frie...
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"Great local place! Depending..."
Deb from Chicago, IL - July 6, 2006
Great local place! Depending on how busy it is, the service can be somewhat slow, but it isn't a problem if you have one of their tasty margaritas...
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