North of the Border Mexican Restaurant
961 S Il Rt 59, Bartlett, IL, 60103
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Address :
961 S Il Rt 59
Bartlett, IL, 60103 - Phone (630) 540-1111
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Opening Hours
- Mon :10:30 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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Joe F.
I stopped in for lunch and got 2 enchiladas. The total was between $4 and $5. I can't remember the last time I paid that low of a price for lunch. At first, I was pleasantly surprised. Service was good. Cashier was friendly and pleasant to deal with. Then, I got my order. The portion size was small just as expected (hence the price). The flavor, however, was nothing to write home about. The enchilada sauce that they use has a strange after taste. They use flour tortillas to make enchiladas? Who uses anything other than CORN tortillas for enchiladas? At least make a half hearted effort to make your Mexican cuisine seem... Um Mexican!
(2)Jay N.
There are essentially 3 long strip malls at the corner of Rt 59 and Stearns. If you're going north on 59, you'll miss it on our right side since it's the corner store on the SE corner. Although the place is small, they have about 6 booths and some tables in the middle. All orders are made to order so you'll have to stand out of the way for a carryout order. They have the standard fast food Mexican food items, but I like their specialty burritos including a fan request. Living out west, this restaurant is one of the few places to make carne asada fries, which they call garbage fries here. Overall, decent value especially when you have a Groupon.
(4)Johnny A.
Stopped in here on a whim this past Tuesday when my family and I were actually at the hotdog joint next door. Seeing a sign that said "Taco Tuesdays", I said what the heck, I'll go in and get a few tacos and give it a chance. I was thinking the tacos might be 99cents or $1.00, as a lot of competitor taco places (el Coco Loco, el Tesoro, etc) usually have one night a week where they have $1 tacos. The tacos here ranged between $1.25 and $1.35. Still REASONABLE. Ordered 3 beef tacos to go. I must say, they were very good. Wrapped and prepared well. The tacos were well loaded and of very decent proportion (unlike say - Taco Bell - where you get minimal beeft and 9 slivers of cheese). I cant attest to everything on their menu, but I would def come here again to try a few more tacos on Tuesday. I do not know what they normally cost, but I felt they were good enough to justify the $1.35 cost a piece. I will be back.
(4)Rebecca F.
Delicious food and awesome vegetarian selection for a great value. No table service, but counter service was friendly & efficient. Avocados were fresh and thank goodness we got half order Garbage Fries for our app. Portion was massive do I'd hate to see full order! We'll be back!
(4)Susan J.
Been here probably 3 or 4 times. We usually get the chicken tacos. Went in about 2 weeks ago and the service has improved. The two ladies taking orders were friendly and helpful. We both got 3 tacos and chips and guacamole. The food was good. Will return.
(4)Jordan K.
Taco Tuesday? More like taco poo day! This place will destroy your insides! Still a great deal though!
(4)Mark D.
Very tasty Mexican food. We ordered from them at least 6 times per month. Take advantage of Taco Tuesday for discounted taco's. I love their Tijuana Salad. Decent pricing. They deliver, but are always busy so expect to wait an hour to get your order.
(4)Mario M.
This place rocks. The burrito bowl combo meal is a delicious combination of beans ,rice, lettuce, and a light sour cream. It's very good with the red & green sauce. The chips and guacamole are also on point. They also have a Belly reward program , that gives you rewards each time you check in there via tablet check in by the counter.
(5)Angelique F.
My husband and I love this place! The food is always delicious and fresh even when we get food to-go. Great, flavorful, white meat chicken. Can't go wrong with the prices either! We will definitely be back!
(5)Jennifer S.
I'm so disappointed! The hubby wanted The Dogfather...I wanted North of the Border. Happy wife = happy life. NOTB it is. Chips and guacamole arrived quickly, but it was loaded with cilantro and tons of stems. Yuck. After a 35 minute wait for two plates of enchiladas, we were presented with hot food. This was a plus. Unfortunately, the enchiladas are now made with flour tortillas (since May 2013) and if I had read the apparently changed menu, I would have known this. Instead, I gnawed at one of my chewy enchiladas and called it a day. I'm guessing I can get corn tortillas upon request. Overall, with a not so pleasing dinner, too long of a wait, kids slamming into us for our 45 minute visit and a less than tidy seating area, I can't imagine that I'll be back anytime soon.
(3)Saraju P.
Excellent Mexican food and ownership that actually cares. A favorite of mine for a long time...and secret spot that I'm reluctant to reveal. But they are just too damned good to not share. They do great catering as well and can even accommodate the strict vegetarians at my family gatherings. Keep it up guys!
(5)Liz G.
Yum! Everything I have had there was great! I'm a big fan of their horchata and chile relleno :)
(4)Robert W.
Ok so I wanted a taco fix. Stopped in and they are very clean, the staff was nice but the tacos....very bland. Ordered the two taco dinner (one beef and one chorizo) with chips and cheese and a drink. First the chips...generic and from a bag....ok but not what I expected at a taco joint. Beef taco was very bland. Under seasoned. The Chorizo was ok. Not bad...but not good....makes me miss Texas where you can get great tacos and home made chips.
(2)Chef Standstill M.
As a restaurant owner i understand the struggles. I love this place it takes everything out of authentic Taquerias i like and takes out all the things that everybody hates about Real taquerias.... namely cleanliness, choice selection, veggie option, ability to upgrade meat cut , flexibility of the menu. Id rather give my money to this place than any other local spot because it is more rounded and better suited to us. it is very clean and very efficient. Alot of customers whine on here but said nothing to the manager/ owner in person, how can he correct potential problem you encountered when you are crying behind your keyboard?
(5)Kajal P.
Great place, love the fact that they sub avocado for vegetarians at no extra cost. Portions are are tad small, amount of of other veggies are also tad bit small, but perfect portion for a small person. Never had a problem here, always friendly, courteous, and fast.
(4)Chris B.
After a long morning of Christmas tree cutting with the family, we were looking for little restaurants along Rt. 59 until we saw this restaurant. My mother loving Mexican food, we ate here, and I was satisfied, but my family was more so-so. I ate the 2-chicken quesadilla meal which came with a drink and chips (a whole basket with salsa/cheese), all for around $9. Quesadillas were cooked perfectly, lettuce/sour cream were good too. The Good: -All meals had a good proportion -Service was attentive (surprising since we came in while it was dead) -Clean interior The Bad: -Brother got tacos and he said they were very bland, really a hit-or-miss menu
(3)AMG F.
Great food! Awesome black bean veggie taco. They are fast and taco Tuesday can't be beat.
(4)Sumara K.
Ordered this for delivery last night, and honestly the only reason it gets more than one star is for the prompt delivery in bad weather. Okay, we ordered 8 steak tacos, Mexican style. Had maybe 8 little cuts of dried, unseasoned steak per taco, wilted cilantro, dried up limes, and a huge handful of raw onions. The steak had zero flavor at all. We also had three chicken tamales, which basically seemed like they steamed unseasoned chicken breast into a basic tamale. No sauce, no seasoning at all..,not even a dash of salt! We had to doctor all the food up with our own guacamole and salsa to make it edible in the least. We also ordered a steak burrito with chile lime sauce, and what a shock. The sauce was flavorless. We would have been better off eating lean cuisine Mexican meals...at least those have some flavor. Will not order from here again.
(2)Amanda W.
Great food with even better prices. I've eaten here on many occasions and have even carried out more than once because I love it so much. It's a quaint little place with a friendly staff and the owner is wonderful. I've also been to the other location and have never had any issues. My absolute favorite thing about NOTB is how they will customize anything on the menu to fit your taste. I don't want to call it a "build your own taco" system, but it almost is and it's wonderful. However, I do also enjoy eating things the way they're meant to be eaten and when I choose to go that route the enchiladas with red sauce are perfect. Literally drooling just thinking about that red sauce. Everything I've ever ordered has been fresh and delicious -- just the way it should be.
(4)Kaye D.
If you check in with FourSquare on your smartphones, you can get yourself a deal for free chips and salsa. If you check in with Yelp, you could get 10% off your entire order. Don't know how long those will go on for though. The cashier was kind of poor when it came to selling the food at NOTB. After we put in our order, he said to us, "Hey do you want *insert item here*". We asked if it was a specialty or something different. He said something like, "No I have a bet going that I can sell these." Uhh.... yeah. Maybe not the best approach. *awkward turtle*. Anyway, food was decent. I had the 3 taco plate. I liked that they had the hot sauce -- wasn't my favorite one though (that's just me being picky). The meat wasn't dry in my meal. Probably wouldn't go out of my way to get some NOTB, but since we had an event a few doors down it wasn't too terrible. I observed that this place was more for take out as opposed to dine in. There were quite a few people who came in to pick up orders... and they were quite big orders too. Guess other people appreciate the food they have here. Not my favorite Mexican restaurant. I prefer El Burrito Fantastico in Roselle.
(3)Han W.
Got 2 tacos for a nice price good service.there was good but could be have a little more heat.during the week everday they have a special going on.will go back again to try them out.
(3)Reyna T.
The food is great as I reviewed below but the delivery service not so much. It was better before but lately has been double the time...Its been an hour and 35 minutes and we are still waiting for our two taco dinners to be delivered after they promised 45-to an hour which in my book is pretty long for tacos from a restaurant 10 min away. While its free to Bartlett not worth a starving small family to get it delivered. Will have to pick up from now on.
(3)Rosie M.
Only giving 2 stars because the tacos are decent and they have taco Tuesday. But I will never go here again after they removed the carpets near closing and I slipped on the wet floor and NOBODY even asked me if I was ok! Rude.
(2)Aaron M.
Food is just ok, if you are looking for service with a smile look somewhere else. Felt like I was bothering them when placing an order. When I received my food it was wrong and had to be sent back. I ordered 3 tacos, come on 1, 2, 3, not 2. No sorry or we apologize. Horrible hospitality. Not clean, unless you like dirty tables, dirty salt shakers, etc.
(1)Ajay S.
Had this on tonight for take out. Ordered the junior burrito, 3 taco dinner, enchiladas, burrito suizo, and the nachos. First I think they microwaved our burrito suizo. How can I tell? They use Styrofoam containers and there was a hole in one where the container melted. I also think the beans and enchiladas sauce is something you can buy at Jewel. Next the Nacho's. They were a disaster, a container of soggy chips, cheese, and meat. If you wanted to eat, you get plenty. Just hold your nose. The taco bell across the street is better.
(1)Barry K.
I had a bad experience some years ago, but I thought I would give them another chance. I went in and ordered the taco dinner. The girl at the counter snapped at me with attitude "what side do you want?" Horrible customer service throughout the purchase. $10+ for a taco dinner (rice & beans)with a drink. No chips & salsa. The dining room was mostly clean, but a wall of crosses struck me as odd and could be offensive to some. I felt like I was in a church. My food came pretty fast and the plate looked pretty good. The rice was clumpy, tasteless and reminded me of school lunch food. The beans had a little flavor but it was not good. Very plain. I expect above average sides from a small mom and pop type joint. Not the case here. The tacos I chose were steak. The meat had no taste except for salt. The quality of the meat was low grade. I had many pieces of grizzle that I had to spit out. Lettuce, tomato, and cheese came standard with double shell soft corn tortillas. The steak was so bland, I had to drench it in the various off the shelf taco sauces including Valentina, Cholula, and two flavors of tobasco. No house sauces were offered to me. They did have Chinese Sriracha sauce though. I like places that have their own sauces that you can't get anywhere else. Not the case here. I tried different sauces on each taco which helped the flavor. Then I tried putting the jalapeño Tabasco sauce all over the rice and beans because I know I like that. I use it all the time. To my horror, the sauce was ransid and ruined my rice and beans. I looked on the bottle and it had expired two months prior. I brought the bottle to girl at the counter told her that it was bad and tastes horrible. She said "oh" and took it from me, then turned around and brought it in the back. Never even apologized for it. I sat back down and finished my taco and.left most of my beans and rice on the plate. She came back with a new bottle and put it on the table. She noticed I had pushed the plate away and asked me "don't you want to use the new bottle?" I said the food was already ruined. She said "oh" and walked away. Never an apology let alone an offer for replacement sides or any other offer of restitution after giving me ransid food. This place is not worthy of going back and I suspect I am not alone in that notion. I informed them of the problem and they did nothing.
(1)Don Z.
I have been eating at North of the Border for several years. I primarily go for Taco Tuesdays. This isn't really because I need to get tacos for 89 cents, but more because I like the alliteration. (I often observe TV free Tuesdays, which is somewhat connected.) NOTB is located in a strip mall with plenty of parking in the shared lot. Walking into the place you notice it is very small, but they do manage to fit about 8 tables in the place. You order at the counter, but they will bring the food out to your table if you are eating in. The atmosphere is casual, fast food place. Nothing fancy, but exactly what I would expect. My wife and I almost always order the same thing... shredded beef tacos and chicken tacos. At my other favorite taco joint I like to get the marinated pork, but while tasty, it is tough and oddly dry at NOTB. Every once in a while I forget this and order. I was reminded on my most recent visit. I have never had the steak tacos, but a reminder to all the haters out there... do you really think you are going to get filet mignon for 89 cents? As a general rule I stay away from "steak" at low end places. For the first few years that I came to NOTB, they would provide free chips and salsa if you ate in for dinner. I thought this was very generous considering the reasonably priced food. Unfortunately, I guess the economics of the situation caught up with them because that stopped about a year ago. Now I just purchase it anyway. The salsa is tasty with beans and corn in it, but it is not very spicy. Not necessarily a bad thing, but I wanted to call it out for you spice lovers. Once again, being a creature of habit, I always get the Jarritos to drink. I don't often drink pop, but because it is from Mexico, it is made with real sugar instead of high fructose corn syrup. Taste the difference! While eating, I like to choose a few magazines from the rack that is next to the trash cans. They have a funny collection like PC Gamer, Us, and some audio/video enthusiast magazines. My interactions with the staff have always been pleasant. They are helpful and efficient. Overall, this place is good for what it is trying to be. I am happy to have a taco joint like this in Bartlett. I will definitely be back.
(4)Cody W.
I always go to north of the border because I know the owners but recently I've placed orders and they always screw up,the lady that took my order she wasn't friendly I asked for tacos on flour tortillas got them but mine I wanted Mexican style with sour cream, know sour cream and they were on flour I wanted corn I had to ask for my jarrito when my food was ready.
(2)Erika A.
...... had a "steak" burrito today. First off it was more like.chewy ground beef. There is nothing steak about that steak. It was just lacking flavor. Its very simple to prepare a Mexican style shirt steak . Marinate in lemon or just add salt to flavor, cook, chop. I don't know what was done here but it wasnt that. My burrito had more lettuce than anything. I get that its Bartlett and not Chicago or a Mexican neighborhood, but to be called "authentic" Mexican food, is very misleading. Place seem to be run.by decent people. Just some advice NOTB change ur meat preperation ans style and things could be good ,stop in a few places in chicago, they may give u some ideas. .. the hotchata though, was delicious!!Glad they had jarritos there. delicious mexican style soda. If they tell me they.chnaged it up i may return, or if i have a taste for horchata and im in the area.
(2)Liv B.
Some of the best tacos to be had here!!! This place was such a random hole in the wall to me and I was so pleasantly surprised at how delicious and fresh everything was. The staff was super nice. There was a new person being trained the day we went in and they got unexpectedly slammed but they handled it pretty well. It's very quaint - the seating can use some updating but really with food that food I don't care lol. Must try.
(4)Renee S.
Great neighborhood place. Bathrooms are clean-- hallelujah! Place your order then run over to Oberweiss to get your milk while they prepare it. :) Love the chicken quesedillas. Have ordered the pizza once for a change and it was GREAT.
(4)Kim M.
I tried it again yesterday and still, just not good. It was worse to me. There are so many other options out there where you can get steak tacos that have great seasoning and flavor. The steak had no flavor and looked like it had gone through a grinder. It was not gristle-y this time, but it was just bad. I want to like you, North of the Border. But the steak tacos just aren't up to par.
(1)Gary M.
Nice little taco joint. I love fish tacos and they are one of the few places that have them. The fish wss good but the tacos were missing the shredded cabbage that usually is associated with them. Eating area is small but clean. Will go to again.
(4)Rosemarie N.
No free salsa and chips. Too much cilantro on the tacos. The steak on the tacos was dry round steak, no Mexican flavors. Rice tasted like it was out of a box. No authentic Mexican flair. Would not go back
(1)Wes P.
Everyone, I have decided to start writing reviews on Yelp because, while I use the site frequently to read others reviews, I have found some times that the reviews are not reflective of my experience. My own imposed rules for any review: 1. Must visit at least three times. Two of which must be distinctly different formats; i.e. one weekday night and one weekend night. 2. Must order something unique each visit. 3. If they have any "signature" items on the menu, you must order a "signature" item at least once. 4. Ratings are based on a 10 point scale with 5 being average, which does not mean bad. What a score of 5 means is that the category meets expectations for that establishments format. Thanks. North of the Border Location/Layout - 5/10: Located at the end of strip mall on route 59 in Bartlett the location is very accessible and easily visible. The interior offers standard quick service comforts with plastic booths and laminated tables but they do put some effort into the décor, offering a Tex/Mex interior that is spot on for the style of the restaurant. Menu - 6/10: North of the Border specializes in your usual Mission style burrito fare. Where they attempt to stand out is in their offering of several specialty burritos. They also offer a full line of other Tex/Mex options, including nachos, tacos, tortas, and fajitas but they excel with their burrito selection. There are daily specials that are very economical and keep patrons coming back. Service - 6/10: the service is usually friendly and accommodating. They are always willing to discuss every minute detail with my spouse. They have always accommodated her requests to add and subtract ingredients based on her very basic and unadventurous palette. Food - 7/10: There is nothing on the menu that has ever been subpar but unfortunately in all my visits there has been nothing that has been life altering. This is not necessarily a bad thing, it truly means that they are consistent but at the same time do not venture to far off the path. The one suggestion that I would make for improvement is in the proteins. As noted in other reviews the proteins quality used to be suspect but they have improved the quality greatly of over the years and should be commended for doing so. My mild criticism is that the proteins are very bland for this style of cuisine and create a situation where you are using more of the red and green sauces than is necessary, but fortunately both sauces are tasty so that is why it is not a deal breaker for me. My standard go to burrito is the Tres Amigos, while my partner chooses her burrito by customizing the ingredients based on her mood that day. I am also a fan of the Tortas and the Inferno Burrito. But the best kept secret on the menu are the fries, most especially the Garbage Fries. They are loaded and they are a perfect combination of heat and savory along with crispy to offset the beans and meats that are piled on top. Prices are reasonable, although some are high (see the price for the Garbage Fries and you will see why we only order them occasionally) but they do offer nightly specials, Monday through Thursday, with steep discounts. Drinks - 5/10: They offer the standard fountain drinks and Jarritos for those interested. Overall Experience - 6.5/10: This is a very solid quick service Tex/Mex restaurant in the Northwestern Burbs. If you are searching for an establishment that offers consistent service with quality food at a reasonable price then you should give North of the Border a shot.
(3)Dan N.
If I could give less that one star I would How this place has this many stars is beyond me . It was the fist time I have ever walked out of a restaurant because the food as Horrible! Maybe the partions think Taco Bell is Mexican...I dont know. One of the worst experiences I have had inedible!
(1)Sara J.
I just recently tried this place a few weeks ago, and I have to say they are pretty good. Their tacos actually remind me of La Taquiria in Hanover Park. Let's just say, they are better than Taco Bell.. My best friend usually stops here on "Taco Tuesdays" for their special. They have .85 tacos with a purchase of drink. That's pretty good seeing we can't eat more than 2 as it is. Their Guac is pretty good too. Unfortunately, I have not had the pleasure of trying anything else on their menu, but I want to try their burritos, when I do, I will return with my opinion on it! :) Chow~
(3)Roshni P.
I used a Groupon here for the burritos and chips and salsa and I was very impressed. I got the garden veggie burrito and it tasted similar to a Chipotle burrito but better. The salsa was not spicy but tasted great. Worth a trip if you are in the area.
(4)Hellloits B.
Legit the worst Mexican food I've had in a long time. We ordered steak tacos mexican style. SOOO dry and the cilantro looked like my toddler cut it up. how hard is it to dice up some cilantro? We also got "made to order guac"..but when it was delivered it was brown. Guac doesn't turn brown that quick. At least put the pit in it so it stays green if you're going to pretend its freshly made. One star just because really, how hard is it to make a decent taco? And because I don't think it's fair that this place has so many stars when there's so many bad reviews.
(1)Hiral P.
I am working in other store in same complex. I went there to buy something for quick snack as I had to go back to my store within few minutes.. The person on the reception was taking an order over the phone, there were no other customers there . I stood there for 10 minutes but neither looked at me or inform me to wait a bit. It took him 15-20 minutes to take order and get the payment done. After that he straight went into kitchen without noticing me, I waited 5 more minutes but he didn't show up so I left the restaurant . I was very disappointed with his behavior and I am not going there again in my life.
(1)Donna G.
I've catered two backyard parties now for 40-60 peo, and their taco bar (buffet) is top notch! Delivery is always on time and personnel pleasant and quick to set-up. Whether it's shredded chicken, hamburger or shredded beef, all are excellent! It comes with everything needed to make american or mex style taco's, hard n' soft shells, beans AND rice! I would recommend them to anyone! Thanks NOTB!
(5)Craig O.
Ate here once a while back, never been back. Steak was more like ground beef and tasted how I imagine dog food tastes like. Aweful
(2)cris m.
Wow, how the heck does this place have almost 4 stars? I had a couple of steak tacos from here and all I can say is I WILL NEVER SET FOOT IN THIS PLACE AGAIN! I have eaten here twice and both times have been beyond disappointing. The steak they use is just grizzle, fat and tough as hell. Just a warning, stay away from here, just gross.
(1)Michael V.
Great fresh food and totally affordable! Everything I've had here is delicious. Try it once you'll be hooked. My fav is the hard shell chicken (or Barbacoa) tacos with both Mexican and American style. It's awesome! Chips & Guacamole is ahhhhmazing! Affordable, delicious and close?!?!.... That folks gets my 5 STARS!!!
(5)Erin B.
A local restaurant to Bartlett, IL, North of the Border is a favorite in our household. My mom and I both bought a Groupon to here when it was available. Monday's are 65 cent Taquitos, so we had a few of both avocado and refried bean fried and stuffed sticks, a couple of chicken tacos for my mom, and this monstrous, made-for-catering Nacho platter. My mom ordered the ultimate nachos not expecting to get an entire tin that will last us three days if we eat it for breakfast, lunch AND dinner stuffed with all the goodies you can imagine. Ours was the meatless version, and was it ever mouth-watering. On top of the chips, they tossed refried beans and hot, melting white Mexican cheese. It's topped with tomatoes, black olives, and onions. North of the Border threw a large dollop of both sour cream and guacamole on the very top with some jalapeno slices for an extra bite. If you are keen to spice I suggest mixing the two salsa's they provide and sprinkling this on top of everything. If spice is not your cup of tea, the green salsa is a mild, tasty addition. I highly recommend this little location on 59 for both catering, delivery, and a eat-in meal. Everything I've tried ends in a food baby belly and a smile.
(5)Jeff G.
Been coming here for years, used to love it. The last year service has gone down hill, I've placed three to go orders in the past month and every time something is wrong. Either they forget something or add something I've asked to be removed. By the time you get home and open it it's really inconvenient to have to call them, drive back and wait for a new order. On the last two occasions I made it specific that i did not want avacados, and yet still got them. I called back and was told to bring it back and they'd make a new one. Did this once. 45 minutes later my family was done with theirs and I got to eat alone. Unfortunately I won't be returning the service is awful and they don't seem to care anymore which is a shame as they used to be wonderful. Now it's a bunch of high school girls on their cell phones while the kitchen flirts with them. No thanks!
(1)V N.
Good food, fast service, nice location! I love their tacos & flautas + the Jarito drinks are a great addition to the meal. I'm rather picky about salsa & chips but they meet the bill. I also like their sauces, especially the green sauce (not sure of the name). I've only eaten there a few times but even the place is fairly small, it's clean with 3 booths on either side & 3 tables in the middle (tho most people seem to prefer the booths - I'm one of em). They stopped serving their choco-tacos which was their best dessert option in my opinion. Delivery isn't bad either, good portions for reasonable prices. As for waiter service, you place your order & pay at the register & they bring it out to you. Fast too.
(4)R M.
I went there yesterday around that area to go to Taco Bell because I was craving Mexican Food. Then I thought why do I have to go there when there's a Mexican place right across the street? So I decided to give the place a try. The decor is almost like Chipotle with a couple traditional hats on the wall to make it more Mexican, lol. The restaurant is small so it probably seats around 50 people at most. They have 2 HDTVs to display their combos but I think it's a waste for what it displays and should be more informative. Regular wall menu is better than those bright things. I ordered the mixed Chicken-Steak Fajita and a drink. I would give this place an average when it comes to food taste. It's not bad, but it's not anything special either. You could get better food from On The Border, but it's WAAAY better than Taco Bell ;) So if you live in the area and crave Taco Bell, make a B-line for this place. If you happen to come from some distance, you should go for another, better tasting Mexican restaurant. BTW, prices range from $ to $$ .
(3)George R.
I usually order carry-out because they're fairly fast at completing their orders, even when I just walk in and order on the spot. You can order tacos American style (lettuce, tomato, cheese) or Mexican style (cilantro, onion, and a side of lime). By default, tacos are made with soft corn tortillas unless you request otherwise. The rice and beans that come with their taco dinner were small portions. Not much to see if dining inside (just tables, chairs, and a few accent pieces on the wall). It's more of a low-end restaurant (not a lot of frills). But the reason to go is the guacamole is remarkably fresh and well made! Their chips aren't as good, so just order guacamole and get your chips elsewhere.
(3)julie f.
I live in Bartlett and have probably ordered from here at least ten times. I do not have a single complaint. First of all, the customer service has always been top-notch. I have ordered with groupons, coupons, taco Tuesday, etc. the food is always very good to excellent. I have tried most of the burritos and many of the tacos. My whole family loves them and you can't beat the value! Always seems like the guy taking the order is smiling on the other end of the phone, no matter how much I order. Give them a try!
(5)John K.
Taco Tuesday... Enough said ... Love the food here it's cheap and fast and has a wonderful taste. The side sauces also are worth mentioning.. Green for the mild , Red for the hot ( not too hot by any means) and the Orange for a creamy spicy sauce. I've tried the Fish tacos ( for an extra $ ) and they had a nice white fish flavor , worth getting again. The chip and salsa side is a staple for our table. The salsa is flavorful and fresh. Gaucomole is a little pricey but well worth trying. Overall if you want some authentic tacos you will find them here....
(5)Anthony C.
Terrible. Bland food. The tortillas had more flavor. Slow service. Won't be coming back. One notch above the worst Mexican food I've ever had. absolutely no excuse. unseasoned meat, watered down sauce. Mexican is the cheapest kind of food to make. its not like salt and garlic powder are hard to find. being so close to elgin, you'd think they'd know how to make Mexican food.
(1)Laura N.
Just came back from a catching-up dinner with a friend at this establishment. When I walked in the place, every table was full with people of all ages. The food smelled DELICIOUS. It's been awhile since I ate authentic Mexican food. I ordered the (chicken) taco dinner -- YUM! Taco met my expectations. The rice wasn't really good, though. It was barely warm, not spicy, and lacked taste. It cost me about $7 for my dinner plus a soda, which isn't bad. I'd probably come back here if I lived in the area, but since I don't, I doubt I'll be back.
(3)A.J. M.
This is mine and my wife's go to place for Mexican. They have a great nachos, burritos, guac and very good specials!! Cozy atmosphere if you want to eat there and they deliver!!
(4)Bob D.
This place is real convenient for us, which is a bit part of why we get it. Calling in orders for pick up and dining in are our preferences. The shredded beef and pork burritos are our favorite! Remember to use their sauces on your food, they are all great! Also, the bottle cap appetizer is a wonderfully spicy addition to our meal. Poppers are just okay, not much spice.
(4)Allison C.
Place is good on Tuesdays. They do Taco Tuesday where you can buy a drink and get up to 5 tacos for under a buck each. That's the only time I've been there and can say their tacos are great. I haven't tried anything else from there, but would definitely recommend it.
(3)M H.
LOVE the avocado tacos on soft corn tortillas. YUMMY and cheap! Nice atmosphere, but great fast service for takeout, too.
(4)Maryann G.
love this place! especially for their taco Tuesdays which is only $0.89 each. I always get the steak taco which satisfies and makes my taste buds happy. I come here at least once a week.
(4)Jonny M.
Absolutely disgusted with the food and that is very rare. I'll eat just about anything but I just couldn't stomach this. We had it delivered the guacamole was brown and tacos smelled like cleaning solution. In my eyes everyone deserve a shot. So try it for yourselves and we can all share the same disgust.
(1)linda j.
Great quick food! The guacamole is great! Try the chummy! And the cinnamon chips! Great! The enchiladas are a go to also! The nachos are huge!!! If you like kick ask for pico instead of salsa tho.
(5)Tanya S.
The food here is the best. But, don't come here if you're in a hurry. They make everything when you order so it may take longer than you're expecting.
(4)Nick B.
Great service, great food! Very accommodating to special requests and always ready to answer questions about the menu.
(4)amy w.
I live in the area and have wanted to try this place and I figured taco Tuesday was a great time to do that Can't beat 85 cent tacos! I took my kids with me at lunch time we ordered steak, chicken and ground beef taco's Mexican style. The steak had good flavor, chicken was a little dry and ground beef needs to be drained of all the fat. I like cilantro but not more cilantro than meat. I know its a casual grab and go kind of place but you really do eat with your eyes first. That being said the place is just dirty which I didnt realize until we sat down to eat. There is dried food stuck to the floor and chairs and several of the hot sauce bottles were empty which tells me they've been there for a while. My daughter wouldn't eat because there were fly's buzzing around her. I would be interested to know how often the food inspector comes by. I should have thrown it away and walked out. I'll update you all if we are puking in a few hours.
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