La Taqueria One
1818 West Army Trail Rd, Hanover Park, IL, 60133
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Address :
1818 West Army Trail Rd
Hanover Park, IL, 60133 - Phone (630) 233-0200
- Website https://www.lataqueriainc.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :10:00 am - 11
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
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 : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Drive-Thru : 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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Christina S.
Great tortas and excellent chicken tacos. Friendly staff. Wish they were closer to us :)
(5)Ashley J.
This place in incredible! The staff is sweet, the place is clean, the prices aren't bad, and the food is off the charts. What more could you ask for! They have so many items to choose from and plenty of room for dining in. If your looking for great mexican food look no further! After one taste I promise you'll be just as hooked as my family and I are.
(5)Sharon W.
This place is the best. The only thing I ever get is the tampiquena. Holy smokes it's the greatest dish ever! Grilled steak with a cheese enchilada on top, beans and rice and guacamole. My mouth is watering thinking about it.
(5)Jonathan B.
Oh, how I've searched for you. There have been so many attempts and I'm usually disappointed. Not so at la taqueria! The modest dining room has 18 tables that would be at home in a diner serving pancakes and eggs. But here, the food is surprising refined. The ubiquitous chips and salsa brought to the table were fresh, flavorful and crisp. I started with horchata (finally - with actual spices) which was delightful. I'm a sucker for flautas so I ordered one chicken ($2.00). It was surprisingly large and was crisp, hot and flavorful. For my entree I ordered mixed steak and chicken fajitas. Apparently, the tortillas CAN come to the table piping hot as they did here. (Take note Chili's - you lied). The chicken steak and veggies were fresh and cooked perfectly in a lightly seasoned sauce. Rice, beans and cheese rounded out the ensemble. In a word - sublime. I will be driving past 7 other Mexican food establishments on my drives to my new favorite spot.
(5)Caleb P.
I was really excited when I found this place on Yelp.. I saw all the reviews, I said I may have finally found a REAL Mexican place near me... I was wrong. The service was decent. Not the best, but was fine.. My real issue was with the actual food. I ordered Enchiladas Poblanas with chicken, my wife ordered steak tacos. I asked the waitress if the mole was homemade, she said yes, but her body language said, "I'm not really sure." I went against my better judgement and ordered anyway. The food came out fast.. Too fast. When it arrived at the table there was an overwhelming aroma of beef broth.. The food smelled like someone mixed hot water with beef broth powder. I brushed it off until I actually tasted my food.. The mole came straight out of can or pouch.. There is no way it was homemade.. If it was.. That's just wrong. I took a bite of the rice and it too had a strange flavor profile and texture.. Like a granulated chicken or beef powder.. It was bizarre. I took a bite of one my wife's steak tacos and it tasted like roast beef!!!! She agreed. What's up with that! Appalling. Friends, if you are looking for a true Mexican food experience, look elsewhere, the flavor profiles here are WAY OFF. If you're a real Mexican food fan, there's no way you can think this is good food.
(1)Maricela A.
The Mexican food was great here. We had a taste for some tacos while we where in the next door bar. We order for delivering and they brought us the food pretty fast. We had lengua tacos, milanesa torta and some stake tacos. The torta came qith fresh avocado, refried beans, jalapeño peppers and letuse and tomato. It was really tasty!
(4)Megan N.
Definitely worth visiting. The staff was extremely nice & attentive-but not too attentive. The best Mexican food we've had since we've moved to the area-which has been very hard to find since we moved out of the city. Only looses a star because it was a tiny pricey. We will be back!
(4)Jennifer P.
I've had La Taqueria bookmarked for some time now, as some acquaintences of mine have raved about it. My excitement was short lived, though. The decor is nothing to write home about, but that doesn't impact my rating at all. This is a super casual place, seemingly popular for carry out. (We dined in.) They sell scratch-off lotto tickets, btw. Complimentary salsa: Fresh with an interesting flavor (cumin? Five spice powder/anaise?). It was freshly made and on the watery side. Not sure if I liked it.. Guac ($4): The avocados were completely pureed, and had cilantro and chunks of tomato and onion throughout. The bright green color seemed a bit odd to me, and I didn't care for the texture nor flavor. Vegetarian Jumbo Burrito ($8): HUUUUGE! And bland (but that might be due to the veggies). I tried adding flavor with their hot sauces and was surprised by the same odd spice (anaise??) that was in the salsa. The tortilla wasn't grilled, which was probably the first time I've encountered that at any Mexican establishment. The rice and beans were fine/standard, though the rice was on the fluffier side (in a good way). Service: Nice. The young man who served us was also doing triple duty, though: running the register for dine in AND take put orders AND helping pack orders. Later, a staff member ended up approaching us at our table, put his hands on our shoulders, and smiled at us. I think he might have been a cook? Owner? A friendly gesture, but kind of random and unexpected. I'm sorry to say that I've experienced much more flavorful Mexican fare, and the odd spices seemed out of place to me. My hot date ordered a chicken burrito and had much of the same feedback. Maybe we just ordered the wrong things..?
(3)Joan K.
Best Mexican food - like my Mom made. Anything with the steak is so good!
(4)Maureen R.
What keeps me back to this authentic mexican restaurant aside from the great food is the awesome service. I'm always excited to have the carne asada dinner or steak tacos mexican style (onion, cilAntro and lime), they also have american style tacos if you're into those. I've also tries their tortas. Their horchata also doesn't disappoint. Prices are reasonable and portions are big enough for sharing.
(5)Daryl G.
With all The great reviews I read about this place I was very excited to try it. This is about the worst Mexican food ever! my friend got sick and was up all night running to the bathroom! The tables, floor and everything in there was filthy!! Old food left on tables chairs the floor everywhere I looked. We will not be back! Yuck!
(1)magdalena v t.
The place is very nice and food is good, maybe not great but I was very pleased with my carne asada and giant streak quesadillas. I would recommend this place for sure
(4)Dawn L.
Awesome food. Great service. Friendly staff! My family's favorite place for Mexican food.
(5)Heather P.
Initially I was excited about this place, being new to the area and all. However my proverbial thumbs up quickly went to a thumbs down when: 1)It took 40 mins for my food and I called it in! 2)They were terribly overpriced. 3)The food was sub par at best. I don't think I'll be rushing back.
(1)Danielle S.
I really wish yelp would let us give half stars. I would give this place 3 1/2 stars - 4 stars for food, 3 for service/atmosphere. Many people seem to take out from here, and I can understand why. The atmosphere is very..."hole in the wall" (not quite that bad). It's not fancy by any means. However, these are the places that usually have the best food. Our waitress came by to take our drink and food order, but never came back. They got really busy and she was basically doing everything (aka they need more people). They have quite the extensive menu - authentic Mexican and "Americanized Mexican" choices. I ordered the taco dinner - 3 soft shell tacos with your choice of meat and it comes with beans and rice. You can get it Mexican or American style...Mexican! Duh!! Why would I ever want Americanized food at a Mexican restaurant?! People who order that...for shame! :) Anyways. The food was great - flavorful, came out fast, the horchata was wonderful, no complaints. We had some leftovers, but needed to ask for boxes at the counter, as well as our check. So, if you order to go, you get some great food for cheap. If you dine in, you're not going to get the best service.
(3)Greg W.
What a great place. I had shrimp Diablo chipole and my wife had quesadilla. Both were very good. Major thumbs up. Daughter had chicken chimichanga with ranchero sauce. Fantastic. Definitely check this place out.
(5)Adam S.
This is the best Mexican place in the area. Their burritos are by far the best in the area and 100% better than any chain restaurant (Chipotle, etc). Friendly staff and clean restaurant with seating always available.
(5)Jules H.
Oeewwww, this place is excellent. Solid taco value here! I am speechless over the taco slaying I experienced here. Tasty, savory meat fillings, fresh veggies aplenty, all the proper taco accoutrements...cilantro, sour cream, fresh everything here! If you can't find a taco here that sings to your taste buds, see a taste bud doctor, cuz these taco-nistas do not fuck up!
(5)George M.
There tacos are pretty good (Mexican style) there burritos are OK I guess, and they have jarritos which I think is the best pop on the planet, but they could season the carne asada a bit
(3)Barry K.
Great place! My second time here and a great experience both times. I had the steak taco dinner twice now and each time American style (lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.) Prompt, courteous service. Greeted with a handshake at the door from a gentleman who makes you feel like an old friend and is glad to see you. Delicious chips and salsa starts you off. The meal came very quickly. A large plate of 3 nice sized double shelled corn steak tacos with generous toppings and choice of house sauces. The steak is moist and flavorful and not much grizzle. The rice is actually good here, which I find is rare. The beans are excellent topped with cheese melted in. They just naturally are making sure everything is satisfactory and are happy to give you more chips and drinks. The food is authentic and delicious. Decor is very plain, but who cares! It's clean and always busy. I recommend this place highly.
(4)Kenny L.
I remember the my sister, who lived in Hanover park, and I was strolling around town for a place to have dinner, so we decided to try this place. We had no regrets and the yelpers are serious when they say that the owner is very nice. He remembers his regulars very well, and he makes sure the new comers are treated well. The food is just as good as the staff, and one can tell that they have passion about their food. The horchata is not the best, but it is certainly very good. However, the steak Mexican style tacos are definitely the best I had in town, especially with avocado slices. I have yet to try their steak enchilada and their chimichanga. There is no doubt that it is delicious. I just wonder how delicious they are ;).
(5)JC Y.
This place has quickly become my favorite spot. Food is excellent and the folks there are very friendly. I really appreciate the small gesture of shaking hand, or pat on the back every time we dine in by whom I assume is the owner. Food is excellent. Carne asada has been my favorite. It seems like what they serve should set a standard on what good carne asada should be. It just has the prefect marinade. Steak tacos are also great. I also like their chips and salsa. We have compared this place to Taco Patio, La Campana and a few other Mexican places in the area, but this place wins out every time. I can't wait to try some other items on the menu.
(5)Arlene G.
ive found what I really like on their menu!! fish tacos or tripas tacos done Mexican style!! yummmmmmmyyyyyyy! this is what I always order from them cuz its sooooo delicious! my brother and I also tried a taco salad and it was pretty tasty with steak meat. they put a lot of food in ur order so its quite filling. will keep coming here for their awesum food and service!!
(4)Care A.
We discovered this place via Yelp and wow am I glad! This is probably one of the best Mexican meals that I've had. We usually go to El Burrito in Addison, but they just don't have the warmth and service that this place offers. Great prices, great portions, great owners, and very authentic! We'll be back for sure.
(5)Erik C.
My good friend introduced me to this place over ten yrs ago and it is incredible! The staff is friendly and courteous and the food portions are made very well! They recently expanded so there is more interior room. I personally love getting the cheeseburger and fries which we say is just fantastic! A++ we literally drive from my buddies house in rockford just to visit!
(5)Mayra Z.
Best Mexican food in the area. My family and I been going there for years and have never been disappointed. My favorite are the nachos, the serving is huge so I always have to share. The horchata is great too!
(5)Jocelyn P.
First time here, we were in a rush to eat food due to short break..so we called in tacos for pick up but we didn't want to eat in the car so we ate at a table there. They were very nice about it since it is normally a waitress table. They saw us eating our pick up food in the corner in a hurry and still came to offer us some drinks or cups of water. Very nice friendly staff. And the food was good too!
(4)Jennifer S.
Two hungry people on a Sunday night. That's how this whole journey started. We actually drove to three other places and ended up here out of sheer '8:30pm on a Sunday night hunger desperation'. The restaurant was well lit and filled with actual people eating food, so we walked in. The menu seemed huge! Then we realized that they have devoted multiple pages of the laminated menu to photos of the food. This worked out well for us when my husband was asking me about the enchiladas and I was able to point at a picture in the menu. He ended up ordering said enchiladas with steak. I ordered a taco platter - chicken breast, ground beef and al pastor. We also had complimentary chips and salsa. The salsa was fine. I didn't love it, but I am convinced it was me. I don't like a chunky salsa and this one was definitely chunky with fresh veggies. I prefer a more blended option. I still dipped my chips and just avoided the large pieces of veggies. It was nice and spicy. The hubby like his meal that came along with rice and refried beans. I wish I would have just stuck with the al pastor. I had a bite of the ground beef and wasn't excited by it at all. I ate the whole chicken taco. It was almost bland, but okay. The al pastor was well seasoned and juicy. The tortillas were fresh. The service was prompt. And the bill was reasonable. Finally, it's a hot spot for the local police officers. We definitely were in the right place for a quick, tasty meal. All in all, we'll head in again the next time we're in the area looking for some reasonable, authentic eats.
(4)Noe S.
This is far from authentic Mexican food. Took the family for dinner here in hopes of delicious Mexican fare. We ordered a taco dinner, 2 tortas, and kids quesadillas. The steak tacos were more like fat and gristle tacos. The flavor was off and this "meat" had been sitting all day. The Milanesa for the tortas was tough and lacked flavor. I felt like I was eating cardboard. My sons quesadilla was greasy and burnt. Service was awful as well. No one came to check on is after the food hit the table. Major disappointment. This is very comparable to Taco Bell.
(1)Sheeka J.
Authentic very nice owners always remember me and my bf very attentive and their tacos are oh so good and the salsa Is to die for :-)
(5)Katey A.
Came in here based on the reviews of others and was not as impressed as they were. This is more of a lunch place than a nice Mexican dinner restaurant. That said, the restaurant was clean, the service was attentive, and the food was good. Was it the best Mexican ever? No, but it was very good and great for a quick bite.
(3)Jeremy P.
My review is based solely on the chicken torta. Since my regular Mexican joint was closed already, I thought I would give another place in the area a try. I ordered a "chicken" torta with everything on it over the phone. I was pretty surprised at the size and weight of the torta when j got it. But was pretty disappointed after my first bite. 1.) I guess a chicken torta at this place = chicken Milanesa torta (fried chicken piece) 2). Bread was dry and slightly stale tasting. 3.) Big chunks of onion, not a lot of cheese On a positive note, it was $5.25 with tax for the torta and that included avocado on it, which is usually considered "extra" at other Mexican restaurants. But overall, their chicken torta was not up to par with my all time favorite Mexican late night joint, El Burrito Fanastico in Roselle.
(3)John S.
I can still remember when I first came here about 8 years ago. The the food is still amazing till this day. This has always been my favorite Mexican restaurant. I recommend it to every one.
(5)Cris C.
Really good food here. Staff members are always nice. There's a guy that works here that greets everyone that comes in and makes you feel real welcome. I love their taco salads and always come back for the jumbo burritos (steak). The wife and I have tried other places but I would definitely go here before I'd go to places like chipotle or on the border first.
(5)Isaac E.
This place is very understated but it ROCKS! Food is delicious and staff is attentive. Try the Mole Enchiladas, they are incredible!!!!!
(5)Dan B.
Wonderful food and staff. The steak Ranchero is wonderful. Wish I had tried this place when it first opened.
(5)Chris S.
OMG...mexican food to die for!!!!! Found out about this place from my son's neighbor. The husband brings tacos home from work every Friday. Sounds good to me...always out to find good food. We have had carry out from here about 5 times and have never had anything mediocre. Everything is full of flavor! My family loves to eat and we are not shy about trying anything. So far we have had tacos, mexican and american styles: chicken, beef, tongue and tripe. Our favorite taco is the tripe. I think they fry it after cooking it so it is tender inside and crispy outside, and not chewy....very delicious! We have had the burritos too: they are filled to the max with everything you can think of and there is no additional charge for the toppings. Steak was juicy tasty and plenty. My husband could only eat half. My favorite was the chile relleno burrito. It was soooo good, I could not stop eating it. Licked my fingers when I was done. Would have licked the plate, but my husband stopped me. The red and green sauces were both good, but realistically, the food was so flavorful you didn't need to use them...but of course, we did! Tortas were excellent: big, flavorful, gooey sandwiches. Included all the toppings you wanted. The al pastor torta is definitely, by far, our favorite. Of course we could not skip having the tamales...perfect too. Menudo...this is usually found in restaurants only on Saturday and Sundays...this place has it every day. It was so good for dinner, but just as good the next day for breakfast...yummy!!! Before I forget...the owner is a super guy. He makes a point of welcoming you and thanking you for coming. When I went to pick up my first order, he introduced me to the guy in line ahead of me...told me he has been coming by for the past 10 years...even knew his name. Now that is some owner...who takes the time to know his customers and treats everyone like family. Can't wait to go back for more!
(5)Katrina K.
Overall good quality, authentic, reasonably priced Mexican food. Everything we ate had great freshness and flavor and came out of the kitchen in a timely manner. Really loved their salsa. We both ordered Mexican-style steak and chicken tacos, which were great aside from the fact that the meat was on the dry side. As first-timers, it was a bit awkward walking in and not knowing whether we seat ourselves (you do) or where to order. Having a sign at the entrance would help (such as "Dine-in please seat yourself"). Waitstaff was not the most attentive, but still very friendly and knowledgeable.
(4)Timothy T.
I really enjoy this place. I don't agree with other reviews about the atmosphere, as I think it is quite comfortable and relaxed. I like the painting on the wall a lot. The owner usually comes out to welcome you and shake your hand. I've had the three taco combo dinner (carne asada) and the chimichanga (also carne asada). I honestly enjoyed both and found them both flavorful, but I usually just get the chimichanga now. The prices are average compared to other Mexican sit down places, about $10-$12 per person. I've had the ground beef tacos, but found that they could use a bit more seasoning, though not worth dinging this place a star though because I've been satisfied every time I go.
(5)Simar S.
Got the Jumbo Burrito and it was great and was priced at the right price. If you like Mexican food then try this, its better than Taco Bell
(5)Atiya K.
Love this place. We have been several times. The atmosphere is so-so but it's spacious and clean. We bring our toddler here and she loves the rice. The salsa is spicy but oh-so good! This is our go to on the fly Mexican restaurant to go to. Quick, cheap, and yummy :)
(4)Chris M.
Great selection of authentic Mexican food. You can have tacos traditional style or with lettuce and tomato. Reasonable prices and friendly staff. The interior decor isn't romantic, but she won't complain!
(5)Brian C.
In an area with many of these Mexican diners, this one really shines. They have a large menu and the food is very good. The junior steak burrito is enough for me and it's delicious for only $5. I don't know how they prepare the steak but it is excellent. The staff are very friendly and the owner will shake hands with all his patrons.
(4)Brian K.
Awesome Mexican food at a very affordable price. Places deserves to be on Triple D with Guy Fieri
(5)Jaymin J.
Great food. Great service. Always a warm welcome, friendly smile, and a hand shake from the owner.
(5)Joe V.
This is the best place for Mexican food in the Hanover Park / Carol stream area. I basically refuse to get tacos from anywhere else in the area because they just are not as good or authentic. Their tacos, tortas, and jumbo burritos are my go-to when craving quick, cheap Mexican food. I usually go with the al pastor (absurdly good pork shoulder cooked slow with chilis, spices, and pineapple) or carne asada (grilled steak). If you are going to get tacos though, you have to get them Mexican style (cilantro and onion) with a squeeze of lime and the salsa of your choice (green or red). Their guacamole is pretty delicious and salsa is good too, which if you dine in you get a free basket of chips and salsa. Side note: They also offer "american style" (lettuce, tomato) for those that have sadly been brainwashed by poor excuses for Mexican restaurants like the near by Taco Bell. The owner is also almost always there and will remember you if you go back a few times which is always nice. Go to this place if you like real Mexican food and you will not be disappointed.
(4)Mike S.
Awesome steak tacos (American style)!!! Steak burritos are huge!!! Great prices too!!!
(5)Paul S.
I've been driving by this place for four years, but just recently stopped in here for the first time. Pros: + The prices are great + Portions are generous + Menu selection is decent Cons: - Guacamole that came with a side of chips we ordered tasted like it has mayo in it, not real avocados, yuck Our group ordered avocado tostadas (which had real avocados) chicken hard shell tacos. Both were excellent. For three people including a soft drink a a side of chips we came to just over $20! Not bad at all, and they served it quickly to boot. I would have loved to give this place five stars, but seriously, guys, loose the fake avocados in the guac' already!
(4)Dan K.
I live right across the street from this place and for some reason I never stopped by. It's in the back part of the strip mall so I don't drive right past it, but still I can't believe I never even checked it out in the last 3 years. The staff is very friendly. I was really surprised at how busy it was. Granted it was a Friday, but I didn't expect that kind of crowd. Good for them. I had some fish tacos, mexican style. They don't serve alcohol, although the lady seemed to be saying we could byob from next door, but we weren't actually going to do that. They were also out of Jamaica :( My wife liked their mango shake. My buddy got a burrito and he liked it too. They charge for a second set of chips which I think a lot of places do as well. I'm happy I stepped in, and will definitely be back.
(5)Joey B.
Great Authentic Mexican food with really cheap prices. This has been a neighborhood favorite of mine for about 6+ years. Every time I go here I feel welcomed by the great owner. Food: I love their gigantic food selection. I have enjoyed a variety of things over the years from their quesadilla to the tacos. You really can't go wrong with their Mexican selection. Though, I have never and probably will never try their American selection. My favorite however are their burritos! They are always full of flavor and packed with all the ingredients! The tomatoes and Avocado taste ripe and juicy. The meat is tender and flavorful! And the rice isn't bad at all with not too much sour cream. Every chew is a fusion of Mexican flavor that I thoroughly enjoy. The free chips quality always varies from stale to fresh, but their salsa is always good. Pro tips: Their Guacamole sucks, never get it. I think they put mayo in it :( Never have a Jumbo Steak Burrito and Horchata together. It won't feel good coming out lol. Service: Service is always fast and friendly. Food usually comes out within 5 - 8 minutes even with groups of 5. I have also never have met such a nice owner! He always takes the time to stop doing what he is doing to shake my had and say hello. He even calls me "Brother." I have never in my whole life felt valued as a customer. Even if I am gone for 6 months he still remembers me. If you start to come semi frequent, he will remember you! Atmosphere: Hole in the wall place. It got a lot bigger with the remodeling. Not much to look at, but the place is always clean with plenty of space. Place could use a little music, but it doesn't matter unless you go alone. Which I rarely do. The free wifi is also very fast. I'll be going here for a very long time. It's hard to forget such a great owner with great food!
(5)Frank S.
I used to actually love this place. The last time I ordered to go the food was inedible. The guacamole was absolutely disgusting, it's like they put it in a blender. The chicken taco had to be thrown in the garbage because it was tasteless and undercooked. Not sure what happened here.
(1)Nick G.
I've never had anything bad from here. Tonight I ordered the taco dinner al pastor, wow! It was quite delicious. I do love a good Horchata. Owners are always friendly, haven't been there for awhile and they still remembered me. I recommend for a good meal.
(5)Mike K.
Great food great service. Been coming here for years owner always greets me personally and is sincere about it. You get food food and comfort in knowing that you help support good people.
(5)Tess D.
Went there with my husband for dinner. Food was good and costs less than $9 for both of us. A week later, we took my son, his wife and two toddlers. Everyone enjoyed it, especially the quesadillas. Took a star off for not serving alcohol, as a margarita would have tasted great!
(4)Bryce S.
Definitely one of the better Mexican places that I've ever been to. I come here pretty frequently, but sometimes I take a few months of a break from this place...and every time I come back the owner remembers me and shakes my hand every time. The service is great. You start off with chips and salsa while you wait for your food. The salsa is extremely good. The chips are pretty decent, but sometimes we get chips that seem older and more stale. Your meal comes out within 10-15 minutes even with a whole group of people! It's really quick! My personal favorite food which I get 80% of the time are the lengua Mexican style tacos. Their tacos are absolutely delicious and are extremely affordable. I highly suggest either or both the lengua and steak tacos. I'll post more when I try more.
(4)Javier P.
Horrible burritos. They didn't even warm up the flour tortilla. The cheese that they used taste disgusting and old. The green salsa also tastes really horrible and I'm pretty sure that it was sitting out all day. Will not be going back at all. I just ended up throwing the burrito away because it was that bad.
(1)R S.
This place has great food, friendly attentive staff and low prices! I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for great authentic Mexican food. Their chicken flautas were tasty! We'll be coming back soon for more items on the menu!
(5)Maritza G.
My husband and I have recently moved to the Carol Stream area. I have been mentioning this place to my husband since it's the only Mexican place I have seen around here. We finally got around to trying them today and I must say, there is NOTHING authentic about their food. I'm not one to write reviews but this upset me enough to start a yelp account and write this. We had the steak tacos. The steak was not what we expected. It seemed like it was boiled and not grilled like steak for tacos should be. I didn't think tacos would be hard to ruin! I definitely will not be going back, which is a shame because we moved here from Chicago where there are so many great and truly authentic Mexican food and now we are so far from there. If I had to pick a good thing about this experience it would be that I received a whole yummy avocado when I asked for a side. That rarely happens!
(1)Kerri L.
Moving away from Lomeli's in Round Lake left a huge hole in my stomach and my heart. Since living down here we've be on the hunt for good mexican food. This place has decent food. The burritos are large and filling, and reheat well the next day. My daughter likes their quesadillas and the guacamole, and the child's size is pretty decent. Enough to reheat the next day. My husband usually gets the tacos or a burrito, but he's not really set on anything. He says my problem is that I compare everything to Lomeli's. It's hard not to! They have the most amazing mexican food I have ever had. Everything else just pales in comparison. It's not La Taqueria's fault. Their food is good, and better than some of the other places we've tried in the area. Whenever we have a taste for mexican food we always get it from here, but if you have the time I highly recommend driving out to Lomeli's. So, overall, good mexican food for the immediate area, but it doesn't hold up against other restaurants in the chicagoland area as a whole. The prices are easy on the wallet, and the amount of food is plentiful enough for more than one meal.
(3)Katie R.
The best service I've ever had! Such a sweet man and his family. They welcome you as if you are seated in their kitchen. So happy with the food too! I had a steak burrito and my friend had the el pestor torta! Both so delicious and they came out in two minutes. Excellent 100% would recommend La Taq to anyone!
(5)Kevin W.
Lived in Carol Stream for years and just settled for another burrito place, now that I moved away I find this place... Figures. The people working here are awesome! Very friendly! Their chips and salsa was very good and that burrito (steak) was great too! Their Verde Sauce had a nice flavor unlike some other places I've been to. I am so disappointed I moved away before finding this place but everytime I can visit I will that is for sure!
(4)Julie D.
Thank you GPS! We are staying at the Hilton Chicago/ Indian Lakes and had the good fortune if finding this through our GPS. We just can't get Mexican food like this in Canada! Fresh, homemade salsa was brought to our table, the enchiladas were to die for and the nachos were heaped with meat, guacamole, fresh tomatoes, sour cream and a generous portion of melted cheese. The service was prompt and friendly. I really don't think you can go wrong here! Price is also very reasonable: a heaping plate of enchiladas for $9, nachos were a little cheaper. The chips and salsa they bring you to start is free. Great value!
(5)Marc A.
One of my favorite authentic Mexican restaurants. I live near it so it is pretty much a weekly stop for takeout on my way home for the past 10 years. Fantastic food, okay atmosphere (very casual). The owners are there everyday serving the food. Really friendly people.
(4)Kevin A.
I don't give 5 stars very often. If you're hungry for basic Mexican, the food is as good / better than any you've eaten in the Chicago area. I've been here many times and just went tonight on a Monday. Was surprised at how busy they were but the owner took the time to shake hands and greet each patron. Staff were all working hard to get the food out as quickly as possible. If you're ordering to-go, my advice is to call ahead. My teenagers won't eat Mexican anywhere else. Crowd is well racially well mixed which says a lot.
(5)Sara J.
This little place is truly a GEM!! Whenever my fiance and I are in the mood for authentic Mexican food, we ALWAYS come here. Their Chorizo and egg tacos are simply the best and you cannot beat their prices!! You can get them American style which I believe is cheese and lettuce, or there is Mexican style which is with cilantro and onion, which is the ONLY way to go!!! DELICIOUS!!! They have a very LARGE menu too! Their staff is always so warm and welcoming shaking our hands every time we visit. They are wonderful people!! If your looking for GREAT Authentic Mexican food, definitely try this place out! Chow~
(4)Lauren B.
Best place for authentic Mexican in the burbs! Great food and amazing service always!
(5)Kim M.
Great Steak Tacos. Great Customer Service. These are the two main criteria that I have for my "taco joint" and if your place has it, I'll be a repeat customer for years. I found it here. The steak is cut nicely, has a great flavor -- kind of marinated I think. Just full of flavor. The service was fast, they called me by name from my debit card at the register. He remembered my name when he delivered the food to our table. Just a good place run by good people. Check it out.
(4)Minjee Y.
I loved it. The place was cute and the customer service there is awesome. The people are so nice. The owner even introduced himself to us and really took care of my friend and I. It was my first time going last week and I have got to say the gordita I believe it's called, that I had was delicious. I felt as though they didn't skimp out on my food. The price was really good as well for the amount I got. I was full after eating only half the sandwich. I really liked the horchata (sometimes at other places it's toooo sweet and taste sugary rather than rice water). I also wanna mention that the food is not greasy and doesn't make me feel fat afterwards. Overall everything was great about it. The atmosphere, the other customers (really diverse). The service again was wonderful and they don't just treat you like that it goes for everybody as well.
(5)Shakti S.
Excellent food. Me and my wife are vegetarian. She loves veg enchillada here. Very friendlly owner. Best enchilladas we ever had. We were regulars here till we moved to Georgia.
(5)Robert G.
Solid, solid mexican food joint. I need another visit to determine whether to upgrade to a 5. It was 9:00 on a Monday night, and I was thisclose to pulling into Taco Bell as my default taco option, when I saw "TAQUERIA" lit up on a sign practically next door. Never wanting to lose an opportunity to try something new (without having the wife complain about the food) I walked in and grabbed three tacos. I ordered an asada (steak), chicharron (pork skin) and chorizo con huevos (Spanish sausage with eggs). I also decided to have them with sour cream and cheese. Excellent, all around. The red and green salsa is very flavorful but not terribly hot, and I'm glad fresh limes were thrown in for free. All of the meat was cooked well, although I thought the chicharron would be crispy for some reason (it wasn't, which was fine). Abundant amounts of cilantro and grilled onion. And, the guy that was there shakes your hand as he hands you your meal. The store also passes the "do Hispanic people eat here?" test with flying colors, as even at 9:15 there were quite a few Hispanic people in the restaurant. I'd like to try their horchata and chips as well, and their desayunos. But I think I may have found my preferred near-Carol Stream authentic Mexican food place... and gone to Taco Bell for the last time.
(4)Allison S.
Pork tacos in red sauce are OUT of the world delicious! I had never cared for those before, and had always come here for all their other AMAZING classic Mexican foods. But, my girlfriend insisted that I try them one day, I'm never going back. Chips and salsa are always warm and fresh. And the almost best part about this place, other than the food, the employees! They are super friendly always, no matter how packed they are.
(5)Pat E.
Solid burrito I used to get while working at DuPage Autobath. My usual Saturday order (busiest day at car washes) was a steak burrito with refried beans, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce. Had to get that nutrition, right? This was back in "Fat Pat" days, but I'd be willing to try as a 23 year old normal weight male.
(3)Becky F.
I love this place! I've lived in Carol Stream for 11 years, and I think I've been going to La Taqueria for probably just as long. The service is always quick and friendly. I've read some of the other reviews, stating that the owner is one of the nicest guys you could meet - it's very true. He's great! Food is top notch. Service is as well. I was so happy last year when they expanded into the next store! This is a sign that they will be around for a very long time! Thank you to all of the other faithful customers of La Taqueria for helping to make that happen! MMMM! Good food!
(5)Joshua L.
I (and my family) absolutely love this place. For the price and quality, their food cannot be topped. Our meal usually consists of the taco dinner for myself, steak burrito suizo dinner for my wife, chicken quesadilla for my daughter, and order of guacamole and.....an order of nachos. And no, we do not finish it all, lol. But all are so good, we over order every time (and we know we do before we place the order). For me, an important factor on how good a restaurant is, is based on two factors: 1) how fresh the food is, and 2) the reheating factor. This place DOMINATES on both. Everything reheats well, either in the oven or microwave (except the nachos....if someone can find a way to reheat those, let me know). I've never actually eaten in the restaurant, but around dinner time, the place is definitely packed. We live very close, so it's always takeout for us. It's great to see a family owned local restaurant doing well! Best authentic Mexican food in the area.
(5)Monika S.
Finally a Mexican restaurant that was good!! Strip mall joint. Only part that was confusing was that I wasn't sure if I need to sit down for service or order at the counter. (Sit and someone will come to you). I had steak tacos and the hubby had a steak burrito. I really liked the food. The steak didn't have the gumminess to it that is so common. It was good quality of steak. Service was a little slow but it was friendly and good. We will be back.
(4)Top D.
I am giving five stars because of how nice these people are. The food is really good, not great, but really good. I just love the friendly service.
(5)Jon T.
Great Nachos!!!
(5)Mike B.
The food here is above-average but like many of the pizza places around, the taste lacks imagination. I grew up in California and have yet to find a Mexican food place locally that compels you to visit.
(4)Joe N.
This is a great place to go for some simple Mexican food. Eat in and you will have chips and salsa brought over to your table. The staff is very friendly and the food has always been very good.
(4)Gina B.
Love this place ive been coming here forever, I always always always get the nachos with ground beef it is by far the best no other place can make nachos better! also the owners are so nice and ive never ever had anything on the menu I didn't like!
(5)Sean S.
Best place for Mexican food in the Bartlett/Hanover Park/Carol Stream area. Even my picky daughter loves their hard shell steak tacos. Very friendly staff and when I call for take out it's ready within 10 minutes.
(5)Nicole B.
Only mexican food I will eat at a restaurant. Everything Is homemade and so delicioud. The owners and staff are super friendly and recognizes me when I visit.
(5)Jereme M.
We drive all the way from Addison about once a week for their fantastic food! Their steak tacos and skirt steak is great.
(5)Joe R.
My wife and I had ground beef nachos, steak tacos and a steak burrito. All of it was terrible.. Meat taste like mushy dog food. To top it off (literally), the red salsa was watered down BBQ sauce. I really don't understand how this place has 4 1/2 stars... what kind of food are these people used to?
(1)Allen M.
Love this place! Food is amazing, and the owner always greets me in person when I walk in.
(5)G B.
The food is delicious (best tamales anywhere), portions are large, inexpensive (large tacos for less than $2), and the service is good. The ambiance isn't great, but it's what you would expect from a strip mall.
(5)Sarah S.
This place is so consistently good that my husband and I drive 25 minutes from Elgin to get our Mexican food from here. I really recommend everything but their carne asada is excellent. We always get the steak nachos, steak tacos (mexican style) and tamales. My husband really likes their grande steak burritos. Another thing I love about La Taqueria is the ownership. They are very nice and once you've been there a couple times, they remember you. I just love this place.
(5)Bob R.
These muchachos and muchachas have been serving up great tasting Mexican favorites since they opened their doors. I used to worry about them going out of business since they sit behind a Midas and a now defunct Greek diner. It seemed like there were never that many people in the place, but the cooks were always busy and the phone was always ringing. In the past year they finally completed the remodeling effort that took at least a year. Now the place seems to attract more of a dine-in crowd and they've added staff to handle the orders. Nothing has suffered and I'm happy to see this family make it. As others mentioned, the food is good and better than any other Mexican restaurant in DuPage county. I've tried just about every one in the county limits and this place is the best. Prices are fair and portions are generous. Their Mexican style tacos remind me of the best tacos I've eaten at any place in Mexico or Western Ave in the city.
(5)PHIL S.
Good Tacos and Burritos. Very friendly owners/staff
(4)Richard K.
Whoops wrong place, HAHAHA.
(3)Joe K.
Best Mexican style food I've ever had. Affordable, great location, great service. Always fill up for under $10. And that green sauce is the absolute greatest. It's only a matter of time before they buy out that entire strip mall!
(5)Jenny C.
I love, love, love, this place. The people serving and working there have always been so incredibly nice. They have many vegetarian options. Their burritos are very generously portioned. I love their torta sandwiches. Dinner combos are also great.
(5)Samra M.
"La Taq" Hidden treasure in Hanover Park, squished between a chinese restaurant and a greek joint. Right behind Midas. It's hard to find in the first place and the only people that know of it are people who gave it a chance and by word of mouth. This place is truly a gem, sweet old lady brings you free chips and salsa before your meal! Forget taco bell (literally walking distance from it) hit up la taq and get something that is FRESH and will fill you up. It's authentic mexican food that can't be beat for it's price. Soooo good! I'm glad my friend brought me here.
(4)Dave P.
This is one of the best places around the area to get authentic Mexican. They have a very large menu with anything you can think of. I'm pretty sure if it's not on the menu, they would be more than happy to try and make it for you. (But no carnitas here?) Like most Mexican restaurants, you get free chips and salsa if you sit down. The service is always very quick and friendly. The owner is one of the nicest guys in the world, and remembers you even if you have only been there a couple of times. He always greets me with a hand shake.
(5)Nicolas P.
This is the best mexican place I have been to so far in the Chicago area. You know the food is good when the place is packed with Mexicans for every meal. Their chips and salsa are delicious and the guacamole is some of the best I have ever had.
(5)Megan C.
I live really close to this place, so I go here with my boyfriend literally every week. lol We always get the same thing. He gets 2 mexican style steak tacos and i get 2 chicken tacos, one american and one mexican style. We both also get a side of rice and beans. We've ordered take out from here many times which is ready in 10 minutes or less so make sure you plan accordingly. The take out is good, but the tortillas are a little soggy since they are smushed together in a little ball of foil. If you go there and dine in-a much better option-you get tortillas free of the sogginess and complimentary chips and salsa! La taq has recently expanded so there is plenty of room to sit. There are many drinks to choose from (including homemade horchata) along with a wide array of items on the menu. The owners are also really nice! Overall, eat there and order the tacos! The meat is usually pretty tender and has good flavor. you wont be disappointed. It is also a good deal for the price you pay! And if my boyfriend's Mexican grandpa prefers La taq-then you know its good! Open till midnight! :)
(5)Megan O.
3 steak taco dinner with lettuce, sour cream, cheese. Order it. The family is so nice and very welcoming, food is spectacular, and it's well priced.
(5)Vivian Y.
Delicious! You'll find everything your heart desires when it comes to Mexican food except for elotes and carnitas. But they have maybe 12 different kinds of (giant-sized) tacos. Mm..mm..good. $7.46 including tax for three tacos, with rice and beans, chips and pico de gallo. Yes, I will be back.
(5)J S.
One of the best taquerias in the area and it just so happens to be in walking distance from the house so we get there a few times a month. Great food though sometimes it has been better than others but that seams to have improved as of late. The owner and his family are super nice folks and always very welcoming
(4)Linh P.
i absolutely love this place. there are no great mexican food around here. The owners are always coming to the table to say hello and ask how the food is. The price is super cheap and food is super amazng!!!!!!! Their salsa is quite promising. they expanded the place because they were doing so well!
(5)Doug H.
Great place to go for if you're looking for a quick bite of some Mexican food. Service is always great and the owners are very friendly to any and all guests that walk through their doors. I'm a big fan of their tostadas that they have here.
(5)Jeff S.
Good food good service nice portions. It is mainly take out but they have some dining.
(4)Claire M.
Every time I'm back in IL, I try and stop by La Taqueria. Just to remind myself what I'm missing in DC. A huge, delicious meal for well under ten dollars, served by an incredibly friendly proprietor who remembers me from when I used to eat here...oh...three times a week in high school. The steak tacos with cilantro and onion are one of my recurring cravings on the east coast - I have yet to find their like in our nation's capital. An oddity - the salsa tastes completely different every time I go here. It's always good, just always different. Hm. Damn it, now I want a taco. And I'm 600 miles away.
(5)Richard B.
Fantastic food, great food, perfect value. Everything is fresh and service is with a smile.
(5)Richard J.
Absolutely love this place. I have tried every so-called "authentic" Mexican restaurant in the area, and this one wins hands down every time. I have tried many things on the menu, but my staple meal will always include either a steak burrito or steak tacos. I absolutely love them. Insanely friendly staff and the owner's brother-in-law shakes your hand every time. The actual owner usually works the grill. I have been going here since the day they opened many many years ago. A+ place, a must have. As a matter of fact, I am going to head up there now and get some steak tacos!
(5)Vince A.
Mexican is a go to food in my house. Whenever we're stuck looking for dinner, we end up on steak tacos and tortas. A friend had eaten from here before so she finally told me to go order dinner from there. We had steak tacos, tacos con chorizo y papas and a carne asada dinner. All were cooked to perfection with the right amount of onion and cilantro. The owner was very nice, treated me like a regular, shook my hand a number of times, asking me how I was doing , see you soon. That goes a long way with me. I may review higher in the future, but based on what we had, definitely a thumbs up.
(4)Gina V.
OK I went here one night because they had great reviews on yelp. But I am sorry but this place is not deserving of the great yelp reviews it has. This place was not very clean to start off with, the service was ok, the food was not good. We ordered a burrito, taco, and nachos. My husband ordered a steak burrito and they gave him beef, which was disappointing to start. Both the beef in the burrito and the nachos was so dry it was disgusting. I really did not think that ground beef could get that dry, and tasteless but it was. There was no flavor at all. The taco was so sad, there was no meat, and really nothing on there. I was very disappointed in all of the good reviews, I am not sure how they were given all of these good reviews. Sorry, but this is a definite no no! I was looking for a good mexican restaurant in the area and we came across El Burrito Loco and that place was great! Definitely go there when you're looking for tacos and burritos.
(1)Zhong Y.
Generous tacos with corn tortillas made of steak. Note they are not truly carne asada tacos, which are grilled over charcoal. But they are flavorful and generously portioned and the price is good. Our search continues.
(3)Sovanni A.
My favorite mexican place! I will not go anywhere else for mexican food. Es muy deliciosa!!
(5)Melissa G.
My parents introduced me to this place, and now it's my go-to restaurant for Mexican food. The staff is always very friendly, and the food is consistently good. I also love their horchata. I usually do carry-out, and I call in my order ahead of time. They always say it'll only take 5 minutes until my order is ready. Love it!
(4)Krysta F.
This place has to be one of my all time favs. The food is great, and the owners know me by name every time I come in, even if I haven't been there for months. The guacamole is great, I almost always order the guac, tacos, and a quesadilla. Plus, they are the only Mexican place around that has guava flavored jarritos. Their selection of refrescos makes you feel like you're in Mexico, they have them all! Bottom line: great food, great prices, and great service. Plus you can do take out, which is really speedy too!!
(5)Chicago L.
First of all, this is a hidden jewel in Hanover Park. If you drive fast on Army Trail Road, you will miss it. The food is authentic and excellent. I always order the chicken gorditas and the horchata(rice and cinnamon water ). The owners are very friendly and accomodating. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who lives or visits the Carol Stream/Hanover Park/Bloomingdale area.
(4)Alex E.
Awesome, authentic Mexican food. My Mexican friends eat here! Owners and employees are friendly and helpful...they encourage my kid, who is taking Spanish in school, to order and converse in Spanish. Food is tasty, and the restaurant may not be fancy but it's clean. Highly recommended.
(5)Kimberly O.
This is without a doubt the best place for mexican in the West Suburbs of Chicago. I have never been to Mexico but I feel there is no need when this place is open for business! Excellent, highly recommend trying!
(5)J O.
Food is pretty good. I usually get the steak tacos mexican style. The staff is really friendly...the guy running the register always shakes my hand and acts like we're homeboys in a non-creepy way.
(4)Meeta S.
I love this place. I have been going here for years, and have never been disappointed! I always get the steak tacos mexican style, and they make them perfect! I have introduced many friends to this joint, and they have all fallen in love with it! The chips and salsa, and guac are also great! One thing i was not a huge fan of was the chicken, I felt like it wasn't flavorful enough...but the steak makes up for it!
(5)M K.
This place is awesome! The owner and staff are some of the nicest people I have seen in the food business. I love the steak burrito. Great service! Great food!
(5)Nina W.
My favorite Mexican food ever. I drive from Elgin to get it almost once a week. Great everything, but super busy so always check your order before you leave when ordering carry out. Family owned by some great people too. My favorite is chicken tacos, and guacamole.
(5)Matt T.
La Taqueria is by far the best mexican food I have ever had. Im a regular there and couldnt imagine life without it. The people are very friendly there and its fast and cheap as well.
(5)Paul G.
What they lack in authentic decor, they more than make up for in flavor and service. Great steak tacos and more. Awesome large size Horchatta too. (a sweet milky drink that has a tapioca or rice pudding flavor). This is the best Mexican food in Hanover Park and it's the best kept secret. The little "hole in the wall" place that beats out the big Mexican restaurant down the road hands down. Plus they have take out.
(4)Priya G.
I have been going to this place for over five years and for good reason. The food is always delicious and very fairly priced. Their horchata is the best I have had in this area and their service is always friendly. If you go often enough the owner will definitely recognize you and greet you with a handshake. One of my absolute favorite restaurants!
(5)Mike M.
There are a lot of taco joints in the Hanover Park area. I thought I would give this one a try because of all of the glowing reviews. But I have to say it is average at best. When I walk into a taco place and they have an "American" section I cringe. Serve your tacos with pride. You don't need to serve hot dogs and hamburgers. If I wanted that I would go right next door. Back to the point. I had the taco dinner with rice and beans, the litmus test of a taco joint. The tacos were filled to the brim and sprinkled with cilantro and onions. A squeeze of lime and a splash of sauce and you were ready to go. I got the pork tacos and they were a little dry so the salsa helped. The rice was a mess. It was mushy red rice that was gummy and flavorless. The refried beans were crusty and also bland. They threw a handful of mozzarella cheese on top and called it a dinner. I hate when taco places use mozzarella cheese. I like Chihuahua and it adds a ton to a dish. I'll give the place three stars instead of two because "Dead Man's Curve" started playing in Spanish as I ate. I wouldn't put this place at the top of the list but rather in the pile of the other average taco joints.
(3)howard b.
Great place! Owners are always there and they care! Great guacamole.
(4)John S.
Very nice owner and service. But don't order fish tacos it's not the best and expensive. Got the 3 pc taco thinking it's the same price as the chicken or beef $7 but paid an extra $4! It's ok, altogether but defnitwly have had better.
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