2013 Travel Guide
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Chicago Food Planet Tours
Take the 3-hour food tasting and cultural walking Chicago tours, which combine delicious food and drink tastings with some serious fun in Chicago’s most delicious, off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels, you’ll experience delectable foods from one-of-a-kind specialty food stores and ethnic eateries while receiving an insiders view into the culture, history and architecture that defines the Windy City. Walk away with new culinary perspectives, big smiles, satisfied taste buds and the confidence to continue exploring the areas where locals live.
CITY: Chicago
Adobo Grill Old Town
Adobo Grill, one of the top Mexican restaurants in the city, is best known for table-side guacamole, margaritas and a collection of over 80 tequilas.
CITY: Chicago
Downtown Arlington Heights Shopping & Entertainment District
Diverse collection of charming local shops and major retailers. Outstanding restaurants, theaters, nightlife, and entertainment, all within walking distance.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Big Star
This stylin’ roadhouse serves up organic tacos and tostadas, along with small batch whiskey and tequilas, under the watchful eye of James Beard Award-winning executive chef, Paul Kahan.
CITY: Chicago
Cafe Brio
This festive dining spot in downtown Springfield features Mexican and Caribbean-influenced food, plus great margaritas (try the pomegranate) and brunch on Saturday and Sunday.
CITY: Springfield
MB Financial Park at Rosemont
MB Financial Park at Rosemont, the new entertainment district, features lively bars and restaurants with live music, casual dining, bowling, and outdoor patios. A seasonal courtyard is in the center of it all- perfect for farmers markets, movies under the stars, music festivals & ice skating. MB Financial Park at Rosemont is only a block from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and is anchored by Muvico 18- Movie Theater, a number of hotels and the vibrant Rosemont Theatre.
CITY: Rosemont
Tequilas Mexican Restaurant Harrisburg
Authentic Mexican food; the best in Saline County.
CITY: Harrisburg
Mariachi's Mexican Restaurant
Mariachi's offers delicious, authentic Mexican food in a great atmosphere. Mariachi's is family owned and will make you feel like part of the family with their fast and friendly service.
CITY: Belleville
Fiesta Cafe'
Started in 1988 with the goal of serving the best Mexican food for people who care about quality. We brought our recipes from all over Mexico here to the heart of Champaign for all guests and visitors to enjoy.
CITY: Champaign
Mr. Salsa's Restaurant
Authentic Mexican food, margaritas and full bar. Lunch buffet Tuesday through Friday with a full menu at dinner.
CITY: Oglesby
Fuego Mexican Grill & Margarita Bar
A taste adventure beyond traditional Mexican cuisine, featuring specialty Mole sauces, recipes right from Grandma Paula's kitchen and fresh guacamole prepared tableside. Full service bar serving an endless selection of Margaritas, Tequilas, and Cervezas.
CITY: Arlington Heights
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El Mezcal
Stop by for real homemade Mexican food. Can enjoy us at our Alton, Godfrey or Bethalto locations. Don’t forget the margarita!
CITY: Bethalto
D.S. Tequila Co.
Burgers, tacos and tequila create the menu at this party spot. Enjoy 100% Allen Bros. prime beef, handmade tortillas and fresh margaritas daily.
CITY: Chicago
La Potosina
Authentic Mexican food at affordable prices. Mariachi bands featured on occasion.
CITY: Danville
Midland Inn
"The best American and Mexican cuisine in southern Illinois" serving steaks, ribs, quail, bbq, tacos and enchiladas.
CITY: Murphysboro
Zapata's Mexican Restaurant
Zapata's has a large menu full of your Mexican favorites and a great lunch buffet daily.
CITY: Collinsville
Don Panchito
A locally operated Mexican restaurant, they offer great lunch specials and an expansive menu. Also well known for home made Margaritas and imported beers.
CITY: Lincoln
Neruda Restaurant
Fine American cuisine with excellent service in a casual but stylish setting. Enjoy the more casual, lighter fare in our full-service bar.
CITY: Edwardsville
Lupita's Mexican Restaurant
Casual restaurant with a friendly waitstaff specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine.
CITY: Evanston
Margarita's Mexican Restaurant
Margarita's Mexican Restaurant offers excellent Mexican food in a south of the border atmosphere, with friendly staff waiting to serve you.
CITY: Belleville
Salsa 17
A taste adventure in authentic Mexican cuisine featuring fresh seafood, specialty Mole sauces and guacamole prepared tableside. Full-service Tequila and Margarita bar, live Mariachi music Wednesdays and special Tequila dinners.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Buen Apetito
We offer mouth-watering Mexican dishes made out of the finest ingredients, and we will serve your orders hot and fresh from our kitchen. Our professional staff will provide you with prompt, courteous service at reasonable rates with guarantee of an unique dining experience.
CITY: Danville
Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Craving a little south of the border sizzle? Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant & Cantina boasts some of the most authentic Mexican dishes in the area. Casa has the standard Mexican tacos, enchiladas, burritos and chimichangas. But step out a little with the Fiesta Seafood Nachos or the Tequila Fiesta Shrimp. Also known for their margaritas. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m., Friday, 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. and Saturday, Noon - 10:30 p.m.
CITY: East Alton
Zapata's Mexican Restaurant
Zapata's has a daily lunch buffet, and delicious items on the menu such as tacos, enchiladas, chimichangas, gorditas, special combo platters, and more. Great special during happy hour 4-7pm.
CITY: Swansea
Topolobampo
Celebrity Chef Rick Bayless is the creative force behind this critically acclaimed restaurant that serves upscale regional Mexican cuisine. It's a regular favorite of Barack and Michelle Obama.
CITY: Chicago
La Cantina Grill
One of Chicago's best known Mexican restaurants. Awarded One of Chicago's Best by Chicago Magazine, ABC 7, Chicago Tribune and more. We specialize in authentic Mexican food and serve the freshest margaritas and sangria in Chicago. We always have drink specials, lunch at $7.95 and dinner at $8-$15.
CITY: Chicago
Agave
Great Mexican restaurant with authentic Mexican food and a great atmosphere.
CITY: Mount Vernon
La Potosina
Authentic Mexican food at affordable prices. Mariachi bands featured on occasion.
CITY: Danville
Qdoba Mexican Grill
Come enjoy our big burritos with big flavors, prepared right in front of our patrons using only the freshest ingredients. We also have quesadillas, tacos, taco salads, and more.
CITY: DeKalb
Carlos O'Kelly's
Menu features an incredible assortment of Mexican cuisine, delicious margaritas and daily food and drink specials. Carry-out and catering also available.
CITY: Peoria
El Rancherito - Charleston
Authentic Mexican restaurant. Enjoy the finest Mexican food in Illinois. Call ahead for carry outs and check out our other locations.
CITY: Charleston
Ramon's Eldorado Restaurant
Ramon's has authentic mexican cuisine, a Mariachi band that plays from table to table, and a good selection of beer, including imports such as Dos XX and Modelo.
CITY: Collinsville
Tia Maria's
Tia Maria's serves the highest quality, family-owned authentic Mexican fare.
CITY: Geneva
Carlos O'Kelly's
A fun place to eat with great food. Large room in back for parties if needed.
CITY: Decatur
Tequila Mexican Restaurant
Tequila Mexican Restaurant offers delicious Mexican food at a great price with fabulous, fast, and friendly service.
CITY: Columbia
El Jalisco
Mexican restaurant. Offers a variety of authentic Mexican food. We are located on Park Avenue right in town in Herrin.
CITY: Herrin
El Toro Mexican Restaurant
Family owned restaurant with several locations across Central Illinois serving traditional great tasting mexican cuisine brought directly from La Piedad, Michoacan, Mexico. Daily lunch and dinner specials with authentic Mexican taste.
CITY: Danville
Rosita's Mexican Restaurant
Rosita's is a family owned and operated restaurant located in DeKalb. They have been serving delicious Mexican food for over 30 years. They feature a fabulous selection of mixed drinks in a warm and cozy atmosphere.
CITY: DeKalb
Taco Gringo
Locally owned fine Mexican food, fast service, dine in or drive thru.
CITY: Jacksonville
La Rancherita
Family-owned Mexican restaurant featuring a fantastic array of homemade recipes.
CITY: Rock Island
Los Aztecas
A real Mexican restaurant. More than 100 authentic entrees; gigantic selection of Mexican/American beers. Lunch/dinner specials. Mega-Margaritas. Music Friday/Saturday.
CITY: Galena
El Puerto Mexican Restaurant
Authentic Mexican Restaurant with a beautiful scenic view on Nippersink Lake, located on the Chain. Best sunsent on the Chain, best Margarita in Lake County. Come by boat, waverunner, or by land. Private room available for parties, seasonal outdoor pati
CITY: Fox Lake
Amigos
From huevos con chorizo and the best chimichangas around to a Friday night fish fry, Amigos is the place for a great Mexican or American meal. Breakfast served anytime.
CITY: Freeport
La Bamba Mexican Resturant
La Bamba restaurants bring you a genuine Mexican eating experience—with large portions, lots of flavor, and all the food prepared in front of you to your specifications. We offer fresh, flavorful, authentic, high-quality food in a warm and casual atmosphere. And, we’re open late. Come and visit La Bamba for yourself and see why our loyal customers keep coming back for more. ¡Buen provecho!
CITY: Champaign
Al Dorado
Al Dorado is a Mexican restaurant that is dedicated to serving great food at reasonable prices. Come in and enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine made from only the freshest ingredients. Our friendly staff are waiting for you.
CITY: DeKalb
Taqueria El Molcajete
Authentic Mexican restaurant serving breakfast too. Daily specials, seafood, salads, tacos, burritos, and more.
CITY: Belvidere
Moe's Southwest Grill
It's the music that makes up your favorite playlist, inspiring a cool atmosphere and casual conversation. It's the people who are glad to see you and happy to serve you. Most of all, it's the food. A full menu of Southwestern favorites made fresh in front of you, with a variety of ingredients so you can create your own personal masterpiece. Groups and meetings are welcome, call for details.
CITY: Gurnee
De Cero
De Cero is a true Chicago gem. Best known for their fabulous 15 a la carte taco menu and killer margaritas. Everything from a traditional margarita to pineapple jalapeno.
CITY: Chicago
Bien Trucha Restaurante
Modern Mexican Restaurant specializing in tacos and margaritas, utilizing fresh ingredients to create a new and succulent Mexican experience.
CITY: Geneva
Mis Cuates
Authentic Mexican style restaurant. Mis Cuates serves fresh, handmade, authentic Mexican fare in a convenient location between Marion and Carbondale. Choose from the extensive menu for dinner or visit during lunch for the Mexican Buffet and enjoy your selection in our beautiful dining room.
CITY: Carterville
El Puente Restaurant
Authentic Mexican cuisine served in a colorful, vibrant atmosphere with a tasty variety of dishes and the finest margaritas.
CITY: St. Charles
Eduardo's Mexican Restaurant
Enjoy a little taste of Mexico. The only place for great Mexican food! Daily specials, children's menu, Mexican beer, private parties, full service lounge.
CITY: DeKalb
The Taco Hideout
Mexican food, established 1964. First Mexican restaurant in the area.
CITY: Galesburg
Tequilas Mexican Restaurant
Tequila Mexican Restaurant offers delicious Mexican food at a great price with fabulous, fast, and friendly service.
CITY: Centralia
Chico's Mexican Restaurant
Chico's menu is full of delicious south of the border favorites.
CITY: Salem
Taxco Restaurant Too, Inc.
Travel to Mexico without evening leaving the USA. Taxco will immerse you into the mexican culture as soon as you step through their door way starting with their authentic decor and the amazing aroma flowing from the kitchen. Taxco serves the most authentic mexican cuisine using only the freshest ingredients.
CITY: Sycamore
Guadalajara Bar & Grill
Mexican Bar & Grill located just off of Interstate 74 just across the highway bridge of Prospect Avenue shopping.
CITY: Champaign
Dos Diablos
We offer a casual dining experience, delicious tex-mex fare, and drinks done up in true just-north-of-the-border fashion.
CITY: Chicago
Campeche Restaurant
Bringing authentic Mexican cuisine to Galena since 1978, Campeche Restaurant offers diners warm hospitality and mouthwatering dishes whose recipes have been handed down for generations. A perfect place for friends and family to gather and enjoy an delicious meal.
CITY: Galena
That Little Mexican Cafe
Specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine, along with a fun, casual atmosphere. Fabulous bar and impressive tequila list.
CITY: Evanston
The Jalapeno Grill
Try us for great authentic Mexican tacos and burritos, Chicago-style hot dogs, fresh cut fries, hamburgers and more. Open daily.
CITY: St. Charles
El Meson Mexican Restaurant
Colorful murals and native artwork decorate this intimate Mexican restaurant, serving south of the border cuisine.
CITY: Schaumburg
Los Tres Amigos
Looking for fresh, hot and substantial Mexican-American food? If you are in Jerseyville, then stop by Los Tres Amigos. Boasting some of the more authentic Mexican food in the area, the fried tacos are a signature offering. Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. and Friday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
CITY: Jerseyville
Casa Azteca Restaurant
Casa Azteca offers delicious Mexican food for the whole family.
CITY: O'Fallon
Javier's Sabor Mexicano
Javier's Sabor Mexican is an everyday celebration of fresh food, margaritas, and a large selection of fine tequila. This Mexican restaurant has been around since 1967. Consistency, quality, and generous portions are what keeps everyone coming back. Javier's Sabor Mexicano features four separate dining rooms and a full service bar for your dining pleasure as well as private parties and special events.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Fuego Loco
Serving the finest in grilled Mexican Meats, Seafood, and Poultry in a festive environment. We feature the best fresh squeezed margaritas in town, homemade sangria, 27 bottled beers. Outdoor dining all summer long, and 150 different hot sauces. Come taste the authentic flavors of Mexico!
CITY: Oak Park
El Rancho Nubo
El Rancho Nubo has a large variety of delicious authentic Mexican dishes.
CITY: Vandalia
Frontera Grill and Topolobampo
Rick and Deann Bayliss offer a taste of their passion for Mexico in Chicago at the casul Frontera Grill (opened in March 1987) and the dressier Topolobampo (Opened in November 1989). Private event space and buyouts available.
CITY: Chicago
Mexique
Mexique is a full restaurant offering modern Mexican cuisine with a French influence. Come join us as we introduce this historical blending with a modern personal style by executive chef Carlos Gaytan.
CITY: Chicago
Zocalo Restaurant & Tequila Bar
Zocalo Restaurant & Tequila Bar focues on regional Mexican dishes and offers over 130 tequilas in an atmosphere that is both warm and rustic.
CITY: Chicago
El Arado Mexican Restaurant
El Arado Mexican Restaurant has a wonderful variety of delicious Mexican food for the whole family.
CITY: Breese
La Fondita
Serving outstanding Mexican cuisine including beef, chicken, fajitas, papa nachos, pork, shrimp, tacos & vegetarian offerings along with appetizers, house specialties and drink specials. Enjoy our shrimp specials Monday -Thursday!
CITY: Decatur
Los Ranchitos
Authentic, homemade Mexican cuisine and some of the best margaritas you will ever have! Big menu selection features lunch and daily specials (drink specials, too!), complimentary chips with homemade salsa. Family friendly and very budget friendly.
CITY: Princeton
Chevy's Fresh Mex
Fresh flour tortillas roll off the machine every 53 seconds. Fresh chips and salsa made all day long. You'll love it.
CITY: Champaign
Los Tres Caminos
Authentic Mexican food, fine dining, take-out, seating for 99, imported Mexican beers.
CITY: Paris
La Fuente Mexican Restaurant
Offering all of the authentic Mexican food favorites. Also serving Beer & Margaritas.
CITY: Flora
Acapulco Family Mexican Restaurant
Acapulco has a variety of authentic Mexican cuisine for the whole family.
CITY: Granite City
Cantina Laredo
Cantina Laredo serves authentic Mexican dishes in a sophisticated atmosphere. We offer daily fish specials, grilled chicken and steaks complimented by signature sauces such as chipotle-wine with portobello mushrooms or sauteéd artichoke hearts and roasted red bell peppers.
CITY: Chicago
Los Jinetes Mexican Grill
Hinckley's newest culinary experience! Authentic mexican cuisine and atmosphere will make your meal here memorable! Vegetarian options are available, but meat eaters will not be left hungry.
CITY: Hinckley
