La Mexicana Taqueria

547 reviews

815 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609

+17738901090

About

La Mexicana Taqueria is a Mexican restaurant located at 815 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609. It has received 547 reviews with an average rating of 3.9 stars.

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Hours

Monday11AM-10PM
Tuesday11AM-10PM
Wednesday11AM-10PM
Thursday11AM-10PM
Friday11AM-10PM
Saturday11AM-10PM
Sunday11AM-10PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of La Mexicana Taqueria: 815 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609

  • La Mexicana Taqueria has 3.9 stars from 547 reviews

  • Mexican restaurant

  • "Great little spot for authentic flavors and vibe"

    "I was lucky enough to find paid parking right in front of their establishment"

    "I have come here on more then a few occasions for lunch"

    "Good atmosphere"

    "This place is a fantastic spot to experience authentic flavors and immerse yourself in a great vibe"

Reviews

  • Alex Kunjicka

Great little spot for authentic flavors and vibe. The giant sign out front makes finding this place easy. I was greeted right away and told to sit anywhere I liked, then upon my selection, I was given a basket of nachos and a couple salsas to go with. It was my first time there and the menu is packed with a lot of options, so it took me some time to order. But I was not rushed by the polite and friendly staff. I didn't eat much, just a set of fish tacos with chopped cilantro and diced onions, but they were very good. The salsa provided to me earlier was used on the tacos as well. I liked the bar and the red brick wall with arched windows. It made the space feel welcoming. It was also cool to see the chef in the order window checking in on the restaurant periodically, it signified to me at least, that he cared. I'll be back to try another dish soon!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Chips & Salsa, Taco Dinner
Kid-friendliness
Definitely safe to bring the kids. They will enjoy eating with their hands!
Wheelchair accessibility
Shouldn't be a problem for wheels chairs, the entrance is a little tight, but I'm sure it's manageable.

  • Juan A. Cano

I was lucky enough to find paid parking right in front of their establishment. I couldn't help but notice that from the time you walk in to the time you leave ... their business was plastered with reminders and notifications that if you dine in they will automatically charge you an 18% gratuity to your bill. I always tip between 20-25% but felt somewhat uncomfortable with their forced gratuity. Anyway, I stayed because I was hungry. The place was very well kept and clean. The waiter was very friendly and attentive. He brought out the chips and very watered-down salsa right away. I ordered a taco dinner with rice beans and a lemonade. I already mentioned that the salsa was watered down. Their lemonade was lemonade. The rice was ok, the tacos were cooked right but lacked flavor just like their beans. Their food lacked seasoning and flavor. Now, I have an idea as to why they force the gratuity onto their patrons. This was my first and last visit here.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Parking
Street parking.

  • Noel Hermosillo

I have come here on more then a few occasions for lunch. Place is normally empty. The place is nice and cleaned. They have an extensive alcohol menu. They have daily food and drink specials. Most recently I ordered the quessabirria dinner . It's a 3 taco dinner that comes with rice, beans and consume . The food is always good and consistent. So is the service. Please note They do charge an automatic 18% gratuity for all dine in customers. I recommend this place
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Carne Asada Steak, Al Pastor, Chips & Salsa, Steak Taco, Taco Dinner
Recommendation for vegetarians
Would not recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Not sure
Parking options
Free street parking
Parking
Off street parking.

  • David Schultz

Good atmosphere. Clean. Acceptable service. I live a 2 minute walk away and I love Mexican food. It's just that this place is pretty bland. Even the rice and beans. It's just bland. I think this place could do with a little recalibration with the recipes. I've given it four tries since I moved here in 2018 and I've brought guests with me twice and they say the same thing. It's just bland.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 2
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

  • Aleah Landen

This place is a fantastic spot to experience authentic flavors and immerse yourself in a great vibe. The prominent sign outside is incredibly helpful for locating it effortlessly. Immediately upon entering, I received a warm greeting and was kindly informed that I could choose any seat. Once I made my selection, I was pleasantly surprised to be served a basket of nachos accompanied by a couple of delicious salsas to complement them.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • eva shipp

I love this restaurant but today was just a no for me....my whole burrito fell apart...i told them and he said its because he cut it..don't cut it unless ask to do so‍♀️if it's going to fall apart..the girl didn't come over not one time and ask how's the food? is everything ok? She just chatted with the other lady behind the counter the whole time...I come here during the weekend at least 3x with totally different customer service

  • Jose R. Morales

Decent place for a quick bite to eat and they also serve alcohol. The only issue I have is that they include an 18% tip to your bill.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Chips & Salsa, Enchilada, Nachos, Steak Taco, Taco Dinner

  • Mark Anthony

Use to come here all the time before the pandemic and everything was great, food tasted awesome, and prices were good. Now I came here after the pandemic and the food is different and taste like American food, prices have increased to high. Not worth it anymore. I won't be coming back again. Prices way to high!

  • chris stephens

"The Best Authentic Mexican Restaurant On The South Side❗"
Service
Take out
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Steak Taco, Taco Dinner, Steak Taco and Chicken Tacos, Dinner

  • Candice Northrop

We were seated quickly and served right away. The food was delicious and fresh. The margaritas were good!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chips & Salsa, Fajita

  • Christopher Koczot

Steak Burrito everything- somewhere in here is a hint of cinnamon or nutmeg. It’s wonderful. Great burrito
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Brooke Carberry

The food is very nasty, Do not go here. It's a way too much money.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$50–100
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1
Recommended dishes
Taco Dinner

  • Kelly Reed

Food was ok. No real problems, just overpriced for what you get. $30 for carne asada dinner. And there couldn’t have been more than 1/2lb slice of if.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30

  • L'Mekka Edwards

Stop by for some tacos. Didn't know that I had to pay extra for cheese. Also tried the enchiladas The food was ok. Prices were high to Me
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20

  • BILL HANEY

Great tacos. Staff was friendly too. Fast too.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Recommended dishes
Taco Dinner

  • Katherine J

Love it. Love the food and service!!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Recommended dishes
Steak Burrito

  • Cool Toffee

Great food great service and good large portions. Piña coladas here are YUM
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Angela Hereford

Fast service with delicious food!!!! Even the drinks were good too!!!! Try the pastor tacos and margaritas from there❤️

  • Mike Smith

My first time there and the food was just delicious
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Dd d (southside)

Greet food nice
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

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