Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 1509 reviews

What User likes about La Plancha Loca:
Like other Mexican restaurants in the area, this place is fantastic, and I would definitely recommend trying their tacos. The al pastor is incredibly authentic, and all of their tacos are delicious. The volcano dish is also excellent, so I highly recommend that as well. View all feedback.

What Lea Janssen doesn't like about La Plancha Loca:
The chips and salsa were really good but that’s about it. Ordered 3 different entrees to try and everything was bland. The rice was pretty much white rice, it had no vegetables or even an orange color like Mexican rice anywhere else. Very plain Food: 2 View all feedback.

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Google
5.0 ★ from 58 reviews
Jose
10.11.2023 - 12:23

**Service:** 5/5 The service here is exceptional. The staff is friendly and attentive, making sure you have a great dining experience. **Atmosphere:** 5/5...

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MERVE
10.11.2023 - 12:23

We were passing through the area and decided to check out the tacos here out of curiosity. Honestly, we were pleasantly surprised! The al pastor is prominently...

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Chris
10.11.2023 - 12:23

**Meal Type:** Dinner **Price per Person:** $10–20 **Food Rating:** 5/5 **Service Rating:** 5/5 **Atmosphere Rating:** 5/5 I had a delightful dining...

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Linette
03.03.2025 - 22:32

The food is so good Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Taco Plate, Fish, Asada, Cabe...

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V
03.03.2025 - 22:32

Excellent tacos!!!! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Menu
4.0 ★ from 10 reviews

This restaurant is amazing, just like other Mexican places in the area, and I highly recommend trying their tacos. The al pastor is particularly authentic, and...

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I ordered the tinga and chorizo with the vegetarian option. Everything was fantastic!

What a wonderful little taco spot! It's cozy enough for me to comfortably call it a joint. Their menu mainly consists of tacos and burritos, but they also have...

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Great tasty tacos. Very authentic. I highly recommend their shrimp and pastor tacos. Thank place was very clean. And service was friendly and quick. I highly re...

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There is a lot of good Mexican food in Highwood and I am not taking anything away from any of the other spots when I say La Plancha Loca is a step above. Large...

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Int Restaurants
4.8 ★ from 403 reviews

This restaurant boasts one of the best taco selections I've come across in a long time at any Mexican restaurant. The prices are fair, and there's ample outdoor...

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The food here is exceptionally fresh and healthy. The owner is welcoming, and I enjoy supporting such kind individuals. The dishes are among the best you'll eve...

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The Mexican food here is fairly average, but the prices are fair. The Al Pastor is definitely the highlight of the menu. Unfortunately, the basic beef and steak...

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This place is packed daily and in the evening. That's why we keep calling. Our family orders at least once a week. Loves the grilled shrimp Burrito – so fresh....

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Very Very Very good!! I was at the light after leaving the festival. I tried it at the festival and didn’t know they had a location. I took a picture of the pla...

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Yelp
4.4 ★ from 145 reviews
Patty
10.11.2023 - 12:23

The best tacos in Lake County! Excellent service. They deserve more than just five stars. It's a truly authentic Mexican experience!

Facebookpag
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Roberto
03.03.2025 - 22:32

The food was exceptional, and the staff was fantastic. I live a 40-minute drive from Highwood, but I would gladly make the trip just to dine here. The tacos wer...

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 15 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 678 reviews
Restaurantji
4.6 ★ from 199 reviews

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