That Little Mexican Cafe
4.5
from - 2014 First St.
- Highland Park, IL 60035
- 847-266-1411
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
That Little Mexican Cafe has opened up its third location, taking over La Casa del Gordo's former digs. The restaurant specializes in cuisine from the Guanajuato region of Mexico, serving up authentic homemade dishes including salsa-marinated fajitas and fresh tamales. Lots of families come in to share the tableside made-to-order guacamole with dinner, the bar is also quite the neighborhood hang, thanks to the but the variety of their popular margaritas, including their classic version with fresh sour mix, a martini-style margarita with lime and a variety of fruity cocktails. Expect live music on weekends during the summer.
Getting There
- Parking:
- Free Lot and Street
- Public Transportation:
- Metra train: Highland Park
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Cuisine:
- Mexican
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- Catering and Kids Menu
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities
- Payment Methods:
- Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. For 40
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 160
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"Too Good Not to Try!"
By Cattledog1 from Deerfield, December 2, 2007
Though, I often reference on line referrals I never bother to write them myself, but I was so impressed that I decided needed to speak up! It was ...
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"The food was excellent. I..."
By Alan Rubenstein from Glenview, Il, July 11, 2006
The food was excellent. I had a skirt steak that came with an enchillada covered in mole sauce. The mole was as good as I have had. The service w...
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"This is a great addition..."
By Sheila Kaminski from Evanston, IL, July 6, 2006
This is a great addition to suburban Mexican dining. The food was great! Outdoor dining is available, but beware, you are sitting on a parking lo...
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