El Nuevo Mexicano has been a Lakeview tradition since 1979 (since 1983 at this address). Its cozy dining room features exposed brick walls decorated with Mexican bric-a-brac, a tin ceiling, and tables covered with white linen tablecloths and cloth napkins, an elegant touch for a neighborhood Mexican restaurant. Menu favorites include enchiladas con mole, flautas, tacos, burritos, chimichangas and tostadas. Mexican breakfast fare like huevos rancheros and eggs with chorizo sausage are available all day. Try one of the potent specialty margaritas, or opt for a non-alcoholic horchata (a Mexican drink of steeped almonds and rice sweetened with cinnamon and sugar). On busier nights, dine in the private party room, The Chili Pepper Club. Its French doors open up to the patio making you feel like you're outside.
Getting There
Cross Streets:
Clark St. and Oakdale Ave.
Parking:
Paid Lot and Street Parking Difficult.
Paid Lot: In the Century Mall.
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 22 Clark, 76 Diversey. Brown Line Train: Diversey or Wellington stops.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes
The Basics
Hours:
11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Sunday.
Cuisine:
Mexican and American Tex Mex
Meals Served:
Dinner and Lunch
Price Range:
$$ ($9-$15)
Reservations:
Accepted.
Recommended for six or more.
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Features
Carryout:
Yes
ATM:
Yes.
Across the street.
Live Music:
Yes.
Occasionally mariachi
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities.
The Chili Pepper Lounge, located in back, can accommodate private parties of 20-25; entire restaurant available for parties up to 60.
Specialties:
Enchiladas, broiled skirt steak, camarones al mojo de ajo (shrimp with garlic sauce), margaritas.
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
