La Hacienda De Los Fernandez
2740 W 75th St, Naperville, IL, 60564
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Address :
2740 W 75th St
Naperville, IL, 60564 - Phone (630) 428-2617
- Website https://lahaciendadelosfernandez.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
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 : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
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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Maggie F.
I'm obsessed. The veggie burrito is amazing, and the beans and rice are equally delicious. The servers are pretty knowledgeable about the food and understand what is vegan/vegetarian-friendly. (vegans: beans, rice, and the veggie burrito are safe! Just ask for no cheese and explain that you don't want animal products.) A lot of places use lard or animal fat to cook beans and tortillas, and chicken stock to flavor rice dishes, so the fact that this place does not is nice. That was especially important to me, so I'm happy to have a place that I can count on for having vegan Mexican food. The food is so good; I've actually been there 4 times in the past 5 days (don't judge my lifestyleeeee). Good thing they have a Belly rewards program. I have a feeling I'll be getting a lot more burritos. You know, it would be really cool if they had gluten free (vegan) tortillas and some kind of potato/veggie faux-meat(chorizo style? or maybe Tofurky sausage?) scramble. Or generally just more vegan dishes, like a soup or something. But I'll take what I can get. :) #WillReviewRestaurantsForVeganBurritos
(4)Miguel T.
We have being here numerous times and this place it's usually ok, but they must have change cooks because this time food was horrible! We order "queso fundido " -melted cheese & chorizo- came almost like a soup and little cheese, we send that back, Then we order steak tortas, that was not a torta but a steak sandwich!!!!! A torta to be a torta must have beans spread on the bottom, avocado slices, cheese, and jalapeños all this four ingredients are what makes a torta different from a sandwich which is lettuce tomato onions and that's what we got, also the sour cream that we got on it that is also a must wasn't the Mexican sour cream but regular sour cream with a very different flavor obviously no one is checking the quality and originality of the food they are serving, for us this will be the last time we try this restaurant until we hear different, very disappointed and upset about this situation Don't call yourself Mexican restaurant if you have nothing original other than the decor of your Bussines!!!!!!!
(2)Joanne D.
Love this place _ this is definitely a great date night place to go to or just a night out with your friends. I love the chiliquillas and I usually like it with no meat and white cheese and they always make it just the way I like it with no complaints. Ask for the guacamole with pico digallo mix... yum. My favorite drink is definitely the cadillac margarita so make sure you try that as well. No matter which location I go to I definitely love each location and the staff is great!
(4)Tina T.
Extremely friendly service with very unauthentic food. The waiter actually said "Olé" when he brought our queso. Little history lesson here: the word Olé is from Spain. Mexico and Spain aren't exactly the best of friends.
(1)Matthew K.
I had the combination no dos. My wife had the enchiladas. We both enjoyed the food and our server, Edgar G. Greatly impressed me. Normally i have to wait several minutes for my water to be refilled. He was attentive and swift in refilling it.
(5)Isa G.
If you want real authentic food NOT Americanised this is a great place!! The staff is nice and Erica the waitress is wonderful she remembered us from our visit over a year ago!! I rate this 5 star amazing service great authentic Mexican food and beautiful decor with a nice bar/lunge area.
(5)Nick B.
The gf and I stop in here from time to time to get a bite to eat. Its always been good. Its nothing outstanding. However it is good food everythime i've come . It's just a very generic dining exoerience / food
(3)Devonie M.
Pretty good stuff! Liked that they had chic noodle soup, very yummy. Chips and salsa were decent. Had steak tacos, which were ok. Refried beans were outstanding. Tamale wasn't very good, would not recommend it. Husband had steak burrito which he said was ok. Margarita was good. Prices were what I expect from this type of restaurant (aka higher than they should be but comparable to others in its class). Overall not the best, but not the worst. Restaurant decor was beautiful, loved it! I will definitely go back to try other dishes.
(3)Timothy M.
I've been here a few times and the best way I can put it so far, is go during the week. Let me start by saying, I think most Mexican restaurants are overpriced. Mondays and Tuesdays are days when they have margarita specials, so that is the only perk as far as drinks are concerned. I also noticed a huge difference in service going during the week. On my most recent trip, as friendly as the waiter was, he was not attentive in the slightest. We had a party of 6 and the water glasses sat empty for most of dinner. He rarely came by to check on us, give us the bill, etc. The food is average to slightly above average. The guac is ok, lacking some flavor. The salsa is actually pretty good, but I don't see much of a difference between mild and spicy. Also, we had the enchiladas and got chorizo in one of them and it must have been from the bottom of the bin, it tasted like burnt tar. Luckily it was only in one, and the chicken made up for that. We ended the meal with a free dessert from checking in, and got a chocolate burrito. It was very good, very fudgy and extremely rich. Like I said, stick to the week nights here to get the best bang for your buck.
(3)Bryan S.
The inside of the restaurant is clean and ok. I want here several times and order different things from the menus. I prefer to go downtown aurora at the mom and pos
(3)Katie G.
Loved the food, the service was so friendly and we were sat/greeted as soon as we walked in the door. The only down fall was that we had to ask the host for our bill since the waitress wasn't there at one point but seeing as I'm also a waitress I totally understood she was busy! The chips and salsa was amazing! The chicken noodle soup that you also receive was so good, I probably could've had 7 bowls of that...lol! I don't recommended the beef tacos, but I do recommend the chicken enchiladas. The beef for the tacos wasn't seasoned to my liking, other than that would recommend!!
(4)Sean H.
Not an enjoyable dining experience. Slow, unenthusiastic service, uninspired menu, and subpar food quality overall (in particular, the steak fajitas I'd go as far as to call bad - chewy and heavily greasy). Also way overpriced. Saw the hostess knock over the bucket of silverware onto the floor, pick it all up, and pretend like it never happened - gross. The atmosphere was alright, and the salsa mostly good (though it could have been colder). Margarita was only okay. Would not recommend.
(2)Amanda S.
Overpriced Mexican food in Naperville is a dime a dozen. La Hacienda fits the bill. I've been here a few times and let's start with the decor. It beats its competitors, hands down. The inside is very intimate and the atmosphere draws you in immediately. Service during the week has been great, however on the weekends it's been extremely slow. They also serve chicken noodle soup before your meal. Is that traditional Mexican? That's not necessarily the first thing I think of...... Their guac is very good here. I've had both the enchiladas and quesadillas. Both have been pretty typical. They run coupons in the local magazine every once in a while and have specials during the week. They also run a Check-In offer which I would check out. Anyone else love coupons?
(3)Alex W.
I've been here many times and every time, it's been great! I've ordered something different every time and I have yet to get a bad dish; every one have been fantastic! On top of that, the service is excellent!
(5)Ashley A.
So my husband and I decided we would go out and celebrate with a little date night a few Saturdays back. On a whim, we stopped here after some good recommendations from friends and co-workers. Let's just say this was probably the best dinner date we've had all year! We started with the bowl of guacamole and chips. I was hesitant at first because I thought the guacamole was a little expensive. Once I tasted it, I was so glad we got it! It was so creamy and one of the best guacs you can find! The waiter was so nice, attentive and definitely seemed to enjoy his job. He told us the specials, of which we each ordered a different dish. They were both heavenly! They were savory and you can tell the sauces were made in-house and with care. Around the time we were deciding to finish our food or splurge and order a dessert and take the rest of our food home, I checked in with my Yelp app. Every check in gives you a free dessert. Easy choice, we packed up our remaining meals and ordered the Tres Leches cake (after another great suggestion from our waiter). Umm, let's just say I would have licked the plate clean if we weren't in public. Our waiter was spot on, never over bearing but we never had an empty water or pop cup. Absolutely perfect service in my book! Something else I noticed when we were leaving, EVERY employee smiled, greeted us, or wished us a good evening while we were entering or leaving the restaurant. This made us feel so comfortable and made this a very inviting space. Overall I would suggest this place to anyone who will listen! The prices seemed fair, the food was delicious, impeccable service, and great atmosphere.
(5)Tpath H.
3.5 stars. Yelp, you need to let us rate by 1/2 stars. I've driven by La Hacienda at least a million times. Not sure why I never tried it before today and when I yelped Mexican restaurants in Naperville, this place didn't even come up. Called in a lunch order to go. Got a burrito suizo with beef which comes with a side of beans and rice. It was a good, solid, hearty, big old burrito. I could only eat maybe 1/3 of it and was stuffed. No way can a normal person finish this in one sitting. I'll be back.
(3)Mary A.
Love me some la hacienda! Service is always well beyond fantastic. For the Midwest, it has pretty tastey Mexican food. It's a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. If you want a great dining experience tonight, come to la hacienda!!!! PS - chicken soup is weird, but strangely awesome.
(5)Brian C.
Threw a small party for my wife who loves Mexican food for her birthday. Food was great. Service was great. Price was a bit high per person for a small buffet considering there were kids and nobody ate a ton but our party was smaller than their minimum so hard to complain too much on that. Overall great.
(4)Shannon M.
Quite a good Mexican meal in a unique setting. The restaurant glows with huge star-shaped lanterns and, in another room, lights suspended in woven baskets. Warm wood and tile-topped tables create an inviting atmosphere. When we first walked in, the room to the left was being used for a private birthday party and someone was using a microphone to give a toast, so we were immediately assaulted with that booming voice. Gladly the place IS split into several rooms, so we asked to be seated as far away as possible, and got a table on the far end of the room on the opposite side of the building. Our waiter was very cheery, gave us time and gave good explanations when we had questions. We started with one of the "cheese dips" (as he called them -- usually it's referred to as just queso!) If you just got it plain it would be pretty damn bland, so be sure to at least add some roasted jalapeno; there's also chorizo if you feel like something meaty). I also wanted a margarita and originally went to order the "skinny margarita," but they were out(?), so I went with the Classic, rocks with salt as I always order my margaritas, but it had a strange sort of chemically aftertaste. Would not try again. My entree came with a bowl of what the waiter described as "chicken noodle soup," which had a flavorful broth and small shell noodles, but was so scorching hot that I had to set it aside. By the time it had cooled down our entree had arrived anyway! My tacos al pastor were pretty much perfect, with a true sweet tang of pineapple. Would definitely recommend! Overall, this is a unique place in a convenient location to 59 yet not buried in all the crush by the mall. I'd definitely like to check out other things on La Hacienda's menu. For tasty Mexican food in Naperville, you can go home again!
(4)Kenneth C.
My wife and I stopped at La Hacienda for something authentic and healthy after our workout at Xsport next store and let me tell you, that was a mistake because it was awful. She was from the area and said that they had good food. It was in the early afternoon so the place was not busy, but there was also no staff present as we entered the door. We were finally greeted by a waitress that noticed us while she was vacuuming the floor and continued until she was done. We then sat down at a dark table in a dark room and ten minutes later, the waitress walks by and barely notices us. Another ten minutes later she brings us water with chips and salsa. The chips were like cardboard and the salsa was not authentic whatsoever, and tasted as if it had come out of a can. My wife then ordered a flauta dish, and I ordered a mexican salad bowl with grilled chicken. The food came out rather quickly which was good, but it was as expected. My grilled chicken turned out to be well done pan fried chicken, and the salad was simply shredded iceberg lettuce with shredded cheese, bland salsa, and sour cream. The flauta's were simply put, over-cooked and very crispy. In the end we both got a stomach ache from the food. So I think I'll take a pass on this place next time and go to the local burrito joint.
(1)Prabha R.
Did not really like the food. It was a little on the bland side. Not planning to go back.
(2)Lisa M.
Ate here the for the first time tonight - first impression, I liked the decor. Our waitresses were Valerie and Elizabeth. They were great! Both were so nice and welcoming. Food was pretty good too. We'll definitely come back :)
(4)Joe V.
Went to this place a couple months back when I was looking for a good authentic Mexican restaurant. Chips and salsa, chips and guacamole were excellent. Our main dishes were dry and flavorless. I ordered the carne asada and my gf ordered the chicken enchiladas. Both were dry and just not very good. Wouldn't recommend unless you're just looking to grab some drinks and margarita.
(1)Kelsey H.
The best & most authentic Mexican food I have had in Naperville. Vegetarians & vegans will love the avocado tacos -- although they recently added cheese to those on the menu, but you can easily order them without. All beans and rice are vegetarian. Giant, fantastic margaritas..... refreshing sangria... and a little bowl of chicken soup that comes with each dish, although you can let them know if you don't want it. I come here whenever I can, and the service has always been attentive -- even to needs such as two high chairs for two high-energy twin boys. Come here on your birthday and you will get a special song and treat :)
(5)Lorenzo P.
Food good. Understaffed and slow service. Usually efficient , manager did apologize and advised of understaffing
(3)Lindsay F.
Love this place. Great, affordable mexican food. I have been to this location 3 times. I have had the same waitress each time and absolutely love her. She gets an A+ for great customer service. Extremely friendly, attentive, and willing to deal with special requests with a smile on her face. I prefer non chain restaurants, but as far as chains go.. this one is doing great!
(4)Josh L.
The tacos al pastor are possibly the best thing I have ever eaten. My girlfriend has tried a few things all of which she enjoyed. We got the queso with chorizo which was also good. We were there early on a weekday so it was not crowded at all. The service was excellent, the food even better. Also, don't let the chicken noodle soup throw you off, it is awesome. Overall no complaints and we have been back since with the same quality results.
(4)Fi G.
Delicious food, authentic ambiance, and stellar service. Can't ask for anything more. Love the empanadas. Almost as good as my mom's. Great for groups but also a good place to go for date night. Complimentary chips, salsa (hot & verde), and sopas.
(5)Sandy K.
Good food at a good price. Salsa is good and not too hot. We had the Taquitos appetizer and really liked it. Also had enchilada verde which was very good. The wait staff was attentive. Bathroom was clean. We will go back and try other things. Can't wait to sip a margarita - next time.
(3)Brian O.
Can't believe this is my first review of this restaurant! This restaurant is polarizing both in my family & with others I've spoken with. Hopefully I can provide a few insights that will resonate with regulars! I've been to this location 6-8 times & we visited the Bolingbrook location 10 times or so (closed a few months ago). My 4 is really a 3.5 & this is based on experiences ranging from 2.5 to 4. The service is very consistent- consistently blah. It is so consistent (across locations) that you will come away believing they train staff to provide mediocre service- all staff has been somewhat aloof, quiet, a bit inattentive, slow and forgetful- every time, every server! It infuriates my wife. The interior of this location is great/ I'm big on ambience. They nail one part of ambience (fail on others). The drinks are good (sangria & margaritas for us)- there actually is alcohol in their drinks. The food varies quite a bit. We've sent a dish or two back (perhaps 2 of 5 times in my life) on occasion. We've had tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and a great marinated chicken dish. The ups & downs have dove us away, though I still miss this place. It's like an ex lover who cheats on you, occasionally treats you poorly, yet you still want them back. Every time we visit (with another 7-8 diners), I think, "Surely they can't stay open!" They do- try & see what you think. It IS worth a shot!
(3)Linda D.
Wanted to really like this place. Great atmosphere, beautiful old building in downtown Aurora with exposed beams and brick. Service was as good as it could be. Seemed VERY understaffed. Only one bartender during the dinner rush. Waited 20 minutes at the bar to get a drink while we waited for our table. Table was ready before we got to order. (Must have reservations or you will wait if going during peak hours.) Waiter was friendly but was spread so thin he could not give you any extra attention. Our group of eight had mixed reviews of the food. Those who ordered appetizers for their meal and those who ordered more authentic Mexican food felt it was ok. I ordered grilled shrimp. Disappointing. They were seriously over grilled to the point the meat was seared to the shell and could not be extricated. Overall, good place for cocktails and snacks, probably off hours so the service would be better.
(2)Brian G.
I love this place. It's a gem among all the chain crap in Naperville. - Layout: Awesome, spacious, dark and warm. I dig the Gothic chairs... a lot. - Service: Never, ever have I had poor service here. I've eaten here many times and each time I have a server that knows his/her &^%$. My glass never reaches empty, my food is always warm and any specialty add-on's or substitutions are addressed and not forgotten. - Food: Holy mother of Amazing. This place delivers. I have had pretty much everything on the menu here and love it. Of course, there are individual tastes for everyone so some things are not favorites and others are. I've had a hard time picking what I would like because I enjoy the selection so much. GOOD food. - Cost: It's right up my alley. I'm not looking for an El Centro fix (before they switched owners. Everyone knows El Centro sucks now... admit it). I'm looking for a sit down and enjoy myself meal minus the cheap ass factor of Chi-Chi's (thank God that chain failed). The cost is appropriate for the quality of food - and quantity. Hey - if you're lucky you can watch planes crash into the fitness building across the parking lot too! Overall, good place - nothing bad to be said here.
(5)Kristen V.
I don't know why this place has a low overall rating and I'll admit, it deterred me from going here awhile ago. My husband and I have been in the search for a good Mexican restaurant for almost a yr now and FINALLY found our place!! The food was delicious and queso was exactly what I've been looking for. (as sad as that sounds but I seriously love queso... And it has to be white- not yellow like every other place around here). The place is HUGE, several different rooms- there were actually two separate parties going on while we were there but you wouldn't know because they could easily keep them separated. Our server Carlos was great! Overall a great experience, we will definitely be back!!
(5)J P.
Below average food. Certainly not worth the price. Still looking for a good Mexican restaurant in this area.
(2)Howard L.
This place is big, comfortable, clean, and new..... but prices are high and the food of mediocre quality. We were enticed here by a $10 off coupon. The wife had the pork tamale dinner, and I had their enchiladas verde (green sauce) dinner. The enchiladas were smaller and for $13, could be had for maybe $8 at a lot of other places. Both servings were on the dryish side (like ala microwave), but edible otherwise. You're paying a premium for a newish and nicely furnished location. If we had to pay regular prices, I'd probably have to knock the review back to 2 stars. Good to have checked the place out though, as it's probably the newest Mexican place I've ever been in.
(3)Gail W.
Loved our experience there! Fast, fast service!!! Waiters were all very friendly and curtious!! Food was very good too!!! :)
(5)Saba A.
I can name a million more places where you can get the same type of food here but a lot more tastier. Yes, judgement is going to FOOD, not drinks (drinks were awesome) and they have good deals on them each night. Came here for a girls night out. This place was pretty vacant and that's not surprising. If you want Mexican food, I would even say Chipotle beats this place or even Chili's menu with Americanized Mexican food, and please, just go down 59 a little bit more and go to On The Border. The spicy chicken salad was okay. Not spicy. And when you can't go wrong with chips and salsa, you can here. The salsa was watered down and had no taste to it. I was disappointed. I felt that it was frozen food that was brought into the microwave then served to us. The portion sizes were huge. But--- I'm not coming back unless it's for a drink. The service was good though. The guys serving us were nice and pleasant. The place is decorated authentically but that's the most Mexican it gets.
(2)Marlow M.
My roommate and I love Mexican food and are new to the area. We were hesitant to go here because of the mixed reviews, but have been back many times! The food is excellent (best queso and freshest Guacamole around) and the customer service has always been top notch. We love sitting in the bar area when we are there. Their top shelf margaritas are good, although a little weaker than desired.
(5)Kerry E.
This is one of our Favorite Friday night date night places! The drinks are top notch! The chips and salsa are good, the best part is that they offer a variety of salsa, mild or if you like it a little hotter they have that too! I am a huge fan of Mexican food so I have tried many places in the area and this is the one I keep going back too! We enjoy the comfy atmosphere and really have had the best experiences dining here!! TWO THUMBS UP!
(5)Elliott C.
Their chicken tacos are good.
(4)Gary D.
Went on a Friday night and was seated immediately which normally isn't a good sign but I wasn't disappointed. The service was good, food was good as well, much better than On the Border! I really like the nice atmosphere, so much nicer than the "chain" places. Give it a try.
(4)Steven D.
Very average typical Mexican food. Nice building and decor but there something missing. Not a great atmosphere for some reason. Not worth the trip or $$'s
(2)Gabriela R.
Food is alright... went here with my parents tho service was great.! Go there for some Salsa! and I mean the one you dip with the chips :P
(3)Jan W.
The decor was impressive, with high ceiling and big nice tables and chairs. The food was ok and the price was on the high side. Service was mediocre also.
(3)Chris D.
Awful. Bad, slow, inattentive service and mediocre (at best) food. Why people gave such good reviews to their soup is beyond me, as we found it not at all flavorful and stale. I had three tacos and my partner had enchiladas, neither of which were very good. What the dishes needed was some seasoning; mine didn't taste as if it had had even a hint of salt and pepper.
(1)Jessica D.
Very nicely appointed modern Mexican-American restaurant. The margaritas are as big as your head so come thirsty! Great chips and salsa on the table as you sit, and excellent array of delicious platters and plates for your meal. Everything comes in a generous size. Lots of options for vegetarians as well. I brought the significant other unit and niece and we had a great time one Friday evening. I would definitely come again for a weekend lunch or dinner. It's a great place for family and workmate outings. I really love the decor, especially in the veranda-like outlying rooms. Nice thick wood furniture. Gorgeous light fixtures. Nice wall decorations to keep you interested and get conversations started.
(4)Mike Q.
Great food, great lunch special prices and the staff is friendly. One of the best salsas I've had at a restaurant.
(4)Breane P.
Ehh..mediocre. . So it was the Daddios birthday and since my stepmom and dad cater to my sisters, I was forced to drive to the state border (naperville, for me) and try this joint. Dont be confused with the relationship to La Hacienda in Addison (much better food). From the outside look of it, it looks like a great restaurant. The interior gives you the same impression. On to the food: - Chips n Salsa: Salsa was way too hot. And I love spicy food, but this was too spicy for me. - Strawberry Margarita: You know those packets of frozen drinks you can buy at Walgreens, like Pina Colada and Daqueris? Well thats what this Margarita tasted like where it came from. Nothing special. - Chicken Burritos: Waitress made a mistake and I got beef burritos. Honestly I could have made these at home. Just a flour tortia, some beef, lettuce, tomato, and a heep of beans. No spice, nothing. More La Taco Bell than La Hacienda. Here's where it gets better- the dessert was kick ass. I tried the fried ice cream, and could have finished the whole thing by myself. The chocolate cake was also very good and fresh. So if you need a sugar rush, come here for desserts/maybe drinks. But for authentic Mexican cusuine, try elseware......
(3)Jason T.
The decor and ambience was nicer than I expected. The hostess, waiter, and bus boy were all very friendly and attentive. Prices were about about average. I liked the nice touch of the chicken soup that was included with the meal. I thought it was a bit odd when the waiter offered it, but I was pleasantly surprised. The entree was good as well, I had a burrito and my wife had the chimichanga.
(4)Kim W.
Their Chicken Noodle Soup is DELICIOUS! We like to stop in and get 2 big tubs to go. When dining in we love their Queso Fundido Olé as an appetizer. Their margaritas are tasty. The waiters/waitresses are always friendly and attentive.
(4)K D.
I am a "gotta try it for myself" kind of person, so, despite the reviews warning otherwise, we deiced to try La Hacienda de los Fernandez anyway. How bad could it be? Not bad. But certainly not good. Totally, utterly mediocre food. Chips and salsa were decent, but the burrito I ordered was anything but. Just some chicken rolled into two tortillas to make two thin chicken-filled tortilla tubes. So basically their "burritos" are not-fried taquitos with sour creme on the side. Refried beans were definitely old and so pureed it looked like baby food (or worse). Rice was bland. Mango margarita was too syrupy and thick. It was like drinking orange juice concentrate through a straw. Aaaaaand the cavernous space and decor is just ... overkill. Definitely trying to make the space "interesting" because the food definitely is not. Boyfriend enjoyed his chicken tamales, but we both agreed if you want Mexican food, you can definitely do better just about anywhere else.
(2)Susan W.
My husband and I stopped here quite by accident while we were out and about in the area. We were pleasantly surprised by the decor! It was very quiet, but we came in at 4pm on a Thursday, so that is to be expected. We were greeted with chips and salsa... salsa was great! (chips, not so much) I was afraid this was a sign for the rest of the meal. The classic margarita, on the rocks, was okay, not great. (see other reviews for the best margaritas!) I ordered the Chiles Rellenos and my husband the burrito suizas. The food was fantastic and portions were huge! (contrary to another reviewers issues) I brought half of it home. Service was top notch. Yes, the restaurant caters to the target market of the area, and some of the dishes are Americanized. Would I come back? you bet... would I drive 30 miles to do so, probably not.
(3)Jillian L.
The ambiance was nice and the staff was friendly. However, sadly, it was probably the worst Mexican food I have ever had. Except for maybe the soup. It was ok, a little too much pasta but not bad. I had the carne asada and it was so bland. Even the rice and beans which seem pretty standard but they too were bland. Nothing seemed to have any flavor. I so wanted to like this place too.
(1)Ashley J.
The decor is gorgeous! This place is ideal for casual dining with friends and family. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxing. Waiters were attentive and seemed to be excited to work here. The food was delicious and authentic! It was great to find out that the prices were a bargain for the amount of food you received!!!
(5)andrea d.
Great waitress, I love how you get complimentary soup (however I've had better tortilla soup). awesome tortilla chips. I had a combo plate, and it was a little bare. I like a cheesy, saucy Mexican food, and I had to ask for some extra cheese. Otherwise this place was very nice, I'll try something different next time. Rice was good, and beans were fresh. I just feel like all mexican dishes should have a dollop of sour cream and guac. on top of shredded lettuce. The dishes here did not. Their guac was delic though! Lots of room, nice tables and chairs, you actually feel cozy. I have high standards of Mexican food, so it wasn't amazing, but good enough to go back again and enjoy.
(4)Amy E.
Another great dinner. Francesca was an outstanding server. Keeps getting better here!
(5)Andrew W.
Great service and the food was good. Chips and salsa were excellent. I will definitely be coming back
(4)Rich V.
I love this place! The food is spectacular and the service is always good! Todo bien! Gracias!
(5)Kevin D.
I don't know where the other reviewers ate. My wife and I thought this is the best Mexican we have had in Illinois. The decor of this place is amazingly nice. The service is courteous, attentive and professional. Started with chips and salsa. Chips a little thicker than I typically like but quite good. Salsa was very good. Mildly spicy, fresh tasting, and never ending bowl of it. Before our entrees came we each received small cups of chicken soup. Super! Very flavorful and a great start. I ordered the whole snapper served with ranchero sauce. The wife ordered chicken mole. Both entrees were excellent. My wife gets mole at any restaurant that has it so she knows her stuff and she said this was the best. My fish was wonderfully prepared and super moist and tasty. Trust me. La Hacienda De Los Fernandez is a wonderful new place in South Naperville if you enjoy freshly prepared tasty Mexican food. We will definitely return.
(4)Insun M.
TERRIFIC mango margarita. Mediocre food. I tried the shrimp tacos and beef chimichanga. Both were just OK. Nothing special, but not horrible. I think you're better off making your own tacos and fajitas at home instead of making the trip out to Hacienda.
(2)Matt B.
Whenever my parents come to town for a visit, we all like to hit a Mexican restaurant, so on Saturday we headed to La Hacienda. The restaurant is really big inside, very clean and has a nice atmosphere. The service is always very good, quick with refills of chips and salsa and beverages. The salsa is very good, with an actual kick to it, so if you don't like spicy salsa, tread lightly. The chips are below average, which is something I think they could definitely improve on. The chips just take like store bought tortilla chips from a bag, and not great ones. I ordered the "Super Burrito" with steak and it was very good, but not something that jumped out at me as fantastic, just a solid good burrito. Everyone else at our table enjoyed their food as well, they have big portions and there were plenty of doggie bags to take home. The prices are very reasonable and for the quality and amount of food you get, you won't be sorry. One pointer: I checked in on Yelp when I arrived and a pop up on my phone indicated that for my efforts I got a free dessert. All in all a good solid Mexican restaurant and I would recommend checking it out, it isn't the best Mexican food I've ever had, but it's better than a lot of places in the area and you won't leave disappointed.
(3)Scott B.
Very disappointing food. I tried the pork tamales and the taste was meh and the price was OMG! Not a good combination. I will not be back.
(2)Phil N.
I really liked the food. I don't understand the bad reviews here. Maybe they have improved or I caught them on a good night. We had the Botana Grande (appetizer sampler) and everything was pretty tasty except the tamales were kind of bland. The flautas especially were tasty, however, my gf didn't like those at all. Different tastes I guess. I had the Steak Tampiquena and it was just fantastic. 5 stars for the steak. Juicy, flavorful, perfectly done. I can't say much more than that. My gf got the combo fajitas. They were pretty run of the mill for fajitas, which aren't really my thing anyways. She really liked them though. I will say the shrimp in the fajitas were quite tasty. The beans tasted like the ones you buy from a can but the rice was very good. The waitress we had was friendly and never kept us waiting for anything. Hell, even the iced tea was seriously refreshing after playing disc golf for 4 hours in 90+ heat, it really hit the spot and was a great cap to a wonderful whole day date.
(4)David C.
We have gone here several times since it has opened. The service has been good on each of visits. The food selections that we have ordered have been good, most with the right amount of spice. The salsa is the perfect blend of spices for my taste. The only meal that I have ordered that was a little lack luster was the carne asada. I have had better, more juicy carne asada at another Mexican restaurant but it was nicely prepared. Also, the soup they give you is always hot and has a decent spice kick to it.
(4)Paul Z.
Like most of the reviews state, you won't be blown away by the food, but you won't be turned off by it either, the chips and salsa were the worst thing they served, I have had better chips from a bag and their salsa was bland, the chicken noodle soup that came with the dinner was real good. I had the steak taco dinner, which is pretty hard to screw and they didn't, The steak was a bit bland but otherwise I enjoyed it, my wife had the steak enchiladas and was not impressed, she thought the steak had no flavor. The service was 5 stars and if it wasn't I would probably have given them a 2 star review. The price was a bit high for standard Mexican food so I doubt I will come back but it wasn't all that bad, they are a lot better than Chipotle.
(3)Rich P.
To put this in perspective if I were reviewing a Taco Bell the Taco Bell would get 2 Stars. This place is not even on par with Taco Bell with the exception that you can't get a margarita at Taco Bell. Poor service and the food is even worse, I ordered cheese enchiladas and I am not kidding when I say I think they used Cheese Wiz or Velveta in them, probably the worst enchilada I have ever tasted, I have tasted better enchiladas from the frozen section of my local grocery store. I will not be going back to the place any time in the near future.
(1)Mike M.
Had the pork stew. Tasted like tomato soup over roasted pork , no flavor, no spice. Wife had the specialty chicken dish, a dry piece of chicken breast grilled with a sprinkling of Adoba all purpose, blah Daughter had burrito, no fillings except flavorless meat. This was our third trip here and our third disappointment. Too bad for such a nice location.
(1)Jenni E.
On Cinco de Mayo this was the only restaurant in this area that I could find that would take a reservation, so I went with it. Maybe I should have been weary of a place that would take reservations when all the other Mexican restaurants in the area would not. However, I took a chance. The staff was very accommodating to my group of gal pals and took our drink orders right away. Everyone loved their margaritas, including on the was swirled with Sangria...yum. The food tasted pretty good too, not the most authentic but not horrible either. One of the people in my group ordered a chicken torta, but was brought one with beef instead so the waiter had to get her a new one and it took way too long - since we all had our food, they really should have put a rush on her order and they clearly did not. I loved the salsa that they served with the chips, but when we ate all of our chips they never offered to bring us more. If this were the end of the night, I would have bumped this review up to 3 stars....but later that evening my stomach started to hurt...and then it got progressively worse throughout the night. A couple of my friends that I had eaten with experienced the same thing, so I will probably stay clear of this place.
(2)Rachell E.
The Name of the restaurant is much more authentic than the food they serve. I was really hoping to find some good mexican food here and boy was I disappointed. Everything we tried was either bland or just plain ole M-American food, the Mexican ingredients were nowhere to be found. The enchiladas have cheddar and american cheese, mmm k? That should tell you everything. My son didn't like the Enchiladas, he said they taste better at home. We will not return. The artwork is beautiful though, absolutely stunning.
(1)B K.
I would eat here again. I was really good. I was surprised that on a Saturday night it wasn't as crowded as I expected. But still, really good food. I'm going back.
(4)Paul L.
Food was pretty good but not outstanding. The service was friendly and attentive. I would definitely come back.
(4)Jessica K.
I don't understand these bad reviews - I love this place and so does my family! The decor is great, they have amazing hanging lights and colorful paintings. The service is okay, sometimes it takes a long time for someone to get to your table. I love the food - they have some of the best guacamole around! The fajitas, tacos, and burrito suizo are great. Their house soup that comes with your meal is delicious, and they have yummy chips and salsa. I also enjoy their drink menu - try the Mexican Mai Tai! And if you ever have room left - the fried ice cream is killer! The service needs some work, but I have no complaints about the food!
(4)Tina E.
Yummy Empandas-chorizo & Potato. The flautas were a soggy mess. They put way too many bell peppers all over everything. Might could give one more try or would be better off trying a whole new place. Waiter tried to break up my change like he was going to get a big tip-think again muchacho!
(2)Mod V.
Went here because it's closer than Uncle Julios, and the roads were icy last night so we decided not to drive the 20 minutes to Lombard. We arrived at 8:30 at night, there weren't a lot of people there but once we were seated it still took about 10 minutes before anyone even came up to our table. We all ordered their Margarita Swirls and they are not at all comparable to Uncle Julios Swirls, they are strong, but just too sweet - they really need to lighten up on the Sangria. The salsa was pretty good, but the chips weren't. the soup that we were served was good, but I can't base my review of a mexican restaurant on the chicken noodle soup. Food wasn't very good. All four of us agreed that we won't go here again. Previous posters commented on the decor, and yes the decor is very nice!
(1)Brett F.
The food was excellent, but the service was outstanding. Atmosphere had a good decor and the noise was surprisingly low given the open air high ceiling rooms. My only disappointment was the frozen margaritas. They tasted like they were from a mix. The traditional ones were very good though.
(4)Christine B.
This was absolutely the best Mexican I've had in a long long time. This place was very nice but you can still wear jeans here. The decor is amazing, beautiful, and very impressive with gorgeous paintings that I would consider putting in my home. The salsa was good, but the chips could have been better. They definitly didn't taste homemade and probably were bought in bulk. the entrees come with a mexican veggie soup which was ok. I had the Burrito Suiza as did a few other people in my family with chicken. The chicken was succulent, moist, and tasted very fresh. I loved every bit of it. The red sauce on top tasted amazing, they were generous with the cheese sauce, and everything else in the burrito tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. Sometimes certain mexican place taste cheap or lack flavor this place didn't. I've been raving about how good it was all weekend. Great margaritas too, good drink specials, and the food is a great bang for your buck. Also, Saturday night and no wait. Very nice!
(5)Dave G.
I've gone in a few times for dinner and never been impressed. Service has been less than stellar. Food taste has been less than ok. I have been pleased with the drinks and the chips and salsa are very good. Cool vibe - it'd be great if the food and service were better.
(1)Jamie N.
Small portions, less than mediocre quality food, expensive. Server was nice, but we won't be back.
(2)Jason P.
Went here on a recent Saturday afternoon for lunch, and the place was DEAD! Not sure why that would be, I thought any place within a quarter mile on either side of Route 59 would be jam packed with lunchers during the noon hour on a Saturday. Before I jump into the heart of this review, let me qualify that I just moved back to Chicagoland after having spent almost seven years living in Southern California, so my Mexican food taste buds have shifted just a tad. Before moving to the Southland in 2003, I used to think Chi Chi's and Pepe's (watch for that review coming next) were the end all be all of Mexican food... fried, creamy, and cheesy goodness. When I first started going to Mexican places in LA and Orange County, I wasn't a big fan because, I guess, they were too authentic. Well, in 6+ years, that has changed. With that said, this place is not a high-priced Taco Bell as some have noted. I had the mole chicken, which, while the chicken itself was fairly bland, the mole was excellent. It was definitely a case of them having one standard chicken that they then pour whatever sauce required for whatever dish... this was not chicken that had been simmered in mole, as it should have been. I also ordered the Queso Fundido, as I am a huge fan (when it is done well). Unfortunately, it was merely ok. The presentation was pretty nifty though, where they set the thing on fire next to your table, kinda like the Greeks do with the Saganaki. Even though I've come off of my expectation that there be cheese on anything Mexican, when I order QUESO fundido, I expect queso to be the first and foremost ingredient. This was a dish of some charred beef, onions, and potatoes, partially covered with a thin blanket of cheese. As I said, it was ok, but I have definitely had much better. For one, lose the crumbly beef substance and put some chorizo in that bad boy! I did like the decor, it was a welcome surprise after viewing the exterior and the sign out front that looked more like a 24-hour diner than a Mexican place. I probably wont be going back, but it is definitely not the worst Mexican place around. For that honor, I think I will throw it to Pepe's.
(2)Pella C.
Gotta go here. I checked in and got free desserts with dinner. I had a great time and as far as drinks are concerned, as others have reviewed getting store bought mixed drinks this place will knock you on your ass after a margarita or two. Unfortunately, you'll need to venture into Naperhell to go here, but there are locations throughout the metro area including Addison, Bollingbrook, Schaumburg, etc. I had the Chilaquilles con Pollo, friends had Carne ala Tempiquena, wife had vegetarian burrito, mom had veggie quesadillas. It is kid friendly menus are available with typical Mexican fare or American fare. Salsa is out of this world, and from what I hear the guacamole is great as well. They offer a chicken soup to get you warmed up before dinner as well as the endless chips and salsa. They are courteous enough to ask if your party wants the soup so as to give everyone opportunity to try. Experiences and opinions here may differ, but well worth the try. It's up to you to decide
(5)Linda T.
I went to this place when it first opened and the food was pretty good. A bit overpriced, but decent. Well today I ordered some food to go and I am livid! First off, I couldn't find a menu online with any pricing. I called and talked to their hostess and asked her for prices to menu items. She hardly knew the menu. That should have been a red flag. Well we ordered the Jumbo Burrito and Taco Dinner with an appetizer of nachos. I was told the nachos were 8.99. Now in my mind, I'm expecting the works. Chips, cheese, beef, tomatoes, etc. So I go and pick up my order and when we get home I see my appetizer is JUST CHIPS AND MELTED CHEESE! You have got to be kidding me! I paid 8.99 for chips with melted cheese on it???? And to top it off my husband opened his burrito meal and it was the super burrito with FRENCH FRIES?? I thought that this was a Mexican restaurant? My tacos were right, although just ok. I paid 9.99 for OK tacos.And my husband's 8.99 burrito was just beans and beef. Not worth the price for sure. I would never recommend this place to anyone. I called the manager and they are willing to offer me the correct meal and their nachos especiales at no charge. Unless I'm blown away after we get that food, I will NEVER go there again!
(1)Renae G.
I love Mexican food, and have a friend who won't go out for it because she insists that everything tastes the same. This is because of places like La Hacienda. I've gone to the lunch buffet a few times and was very disappointed. Everything really did taste pretty much the same and I didn't taste any spices or flavoring that would be remotely close to Mexican. It seems like they just cook chicken, put salt and pepper on it, stuff it in a tortilla, and call it Mexican food. Yuck. Mediocre food would be okay if it was cheap, but it is one of the most expensive Mexican places around. I suppose this place might be good for people who do not like actual Mexican food or spicy things, and I will not be returning.
(2)Elizabeth G.
I was pleasantly suprised by the atmosphere of this restaurant. It reminded me of authentic restaurants in Mexico, which I used to visit a lot for work. The chips and salsa were amazing. We all ordered the chipotle fish tacos which had a lot of flavor, and tasted fresh. I was also pleased because they included a soup with the meal, which I haven't had before but was delicious.
(4)Marty M.
been here three times now for dinner and i enjoy it. great salsa and chips good carne asada and enchiladas and love the chilaqiles(hope i spelled right) its never too crowded and not well know yet
(4)Julie C.
First time visit has established return visits for sure!! The decor was warm and inviting. The chips and salsa were hearty and very flavorful. I ordered an original "Mojito" which was perfect. The chicken flautas were also very good as were the sides. Our server (Brenda) was a sweetheart, coming over often enough to make sure we were ok but never intrusive (even brought over a pitcher of water since we go through it quickly). Will recommend this place to everyone I know....
(4)Megan N.
I am sad to say I will never come back here again. Dined with my sister on a Friday night, the place was pretty lively in two sections. The margaritas were frozen not iced. The salsa and chips were okay to start. I ordered Tacos with pork. Now, the menu states there is pineapples and peppers along with tomatoes. What I got was bland braised pork with no hint of pineapple or peppers. There was a lot of cilantro and onions, but that did not make up for the lack of taste. And the food was lukewarm! My sister barely enjoyed her fish tacos. We had to ASK the server for water. Water came about 10 minutes later. Our server was trying too hard to be funny, but it couldn't muster up a good experience.
(1)Mike M.
There are about 5 million Mexican restaurants around the Naperville/Aurora area. The food is overpriced and pretty much tastes like fancy taco bell. Tons of cheese, rice, and beans all over the place. The salsa was good, but the chips tasted straight from the bag. The interior of the space is quite nice. They have thick wooden chairs and tables. The light fixtures are very nice woven orbs that kept my child's attention the entire time. But I go out to eat for good food, and this place does not cut the mustard. With so many choices for Mexican I would choose any other than giving this place another go.
(2)Cristina G.
meh. This place is okay for people who like mediocre Mexican food. I went here for a friend's birthday and it was nice to try but I probably won't be back. To get into this place you have to go through like 3 doors, very heavy doors. The decor is nice and has a nice layout. There's a ton of room inside with many tables. The staff is so nice although they were a tad understaffed that night. Our poor waiter had an entire side of the place to himself so it took a little while to get our order put in. The menu is pretty basic: enchiladas (red or green), tortas, tacos, burriots and other typical Mexican items. I ordered a torta and was disappointed in the choice of meat. They only had three options (which I can't recall) and none of those were al pastor so I settled for milanesa (breaded steak). The torta was decent but it didn't make a good enough impression on me. My friends had the enchiladas, which I thought were too soggy. Speaking of soggy, the chips and salsa they brought out were terrible. The chips were beyond stale and the salsa was all watery. I did like that they give you homemade chicken soup with every dinner, it was decent. I didn't have a terrible experience here but the food just didn't make a great impression on my taste buds. I'd rather spend my money at an actual taqueria where I know the food would be amazing than come here again.
(2)Roneel S.
Another delightful accidental discovery. Very well tended and nice staff. Authentic food.
(5)WorkHard F.
Positives: The service was good and we felt welcome, nice decor, clean bathrooms. Negatives: This food is bland, lots of bean paste, cheese, lettuce. Absolutely no Mexican spices are utilized in the preparation. Taco Bell does a better job, I can't believe a national chain would have such poor food quality. I would not go back even if it was free. This place will not be in business long.
(1)Mike R.
Went to the brand new Hacienda De La Fernandez tonight for dinner, got a buy 1 get one coupon in the mail. The food was bland and tasteless, not anything like the Mexican food that I was expecting, Taco Bell is more Mexican than this place. I ordered the Torta, and it was awful, no flavor at all. Came with a side of Mexican french fries which were covered in oil, I actually put the fries in my cloth napkin to blot off the grease, the server was watching me like I was nuts...chuckle. Didn't even offer to take them back for me. Good thing I had a coupon, I would have been really upset had I paid the full price. Unless you like tasteless Mexican food, stay away.
(1)margo f.
Have been here three different weekend nights, so I feel like the kinks of a new restaurant should have been worked thru. Decor is nice. Good for a date night. Be sure not to sit at the tables by the door tho. Everytime a patron walks in, you get a nice cold blast of air. The place was empty last time, yet they chose to sit us there. why? The waiters even were standing there trying to block the wind and yet they still sat us there! We liked their salsa...very good and tasted fresh. The tortilla chips were thicker than most and may have been cooked in lard? They definitely had that kind of texture...didn't bother me, but may bother some patrons. The free cup of soup had a flavorful broth. I had the enchiladas suizas last time. The ground beef was flavorful, the corn tortillas were good. The enchiladas were not very well prepared however. Literally plain beef wrapped in plain tortillas with canned enchilada sauce on top and then served. It did have a bit of chihuahua cheese on top, but it made it look anemic. The accompanying rice and beans were very good tho. Guacamole tasted like it came out of a Costco half gallon container. ..not fresh nor flavorful. Not sure this dish was worth the 13 dollar price tag, espcially since the enchiladas were barely filled with ground beef . They weren't even put under a broiler...literally just sauced and served. Desserts that I have tried were the tres leches cake and the flan. Tres leches was sorta okay...kids liked it because the frosting tasted like betty crocker out of a can. Me, I could have passed. The flan...ugh...no flavor except cinnamon. When I mean no flavor, I also mean no sugar! It wasn't sweet at all. Whenever I go to a mexican restaurant, I order the flan and have even made it myself a few times. I brought it to the owners attention saying that I think the chefs/cooks forgot to add sugar to the custard mix and that he may want to taste it, he shrugged and said we will take it off the bill. Wow. Thanks. I am underwhelmed. Not sure why it is so hard to find a really good tex/mex or mexican restaurant out here in the western suburbs, since it really is just a few basic ingredients. Dallas seems to be splitting at the seams with them and they aren't expensive places at all. Ah well, we can only wish one of them would start a restaurant up here. All in all, I think if this place could work on quality control of their desserts, and possibly be a little more generous with their fillings, they may make it. But Napervillians have high expectations and a lot of restaurant choices, so work hard, La Hacienda.
(2)Margaret K.
place is ok, have had better food at Front street cantina in downtown Naperville, our waiter was nice but kept for getting things we asked for, and was not very attentive. they have good appetizers, would recommend this place for drinks and snakes but no meals.
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