Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 484 reviews

What alan likes about El Tipico Mexican:
This is a lovely casual spot. We had a great night out with my wife. The food was delicious! It was quite busy, so our meals took a bit longer than expected, but the singers kept us entertained in the meantime. Overall, it was definitely worth the drive from South Chicago. View all feedback.

What Anthony A doesn't like about El Tipico Mexican:
1. The front door is in disrepair, which is the first thing patrons notice and it's not inviting. 2. The host was less friendly than I would have liked; a proper greeting goes a long way. 3. We had to request silverware and napkins, then waited a long time to receive them. 4. There’s a hole in the tile floor that definitely needs repair—this is a potential lawsuit waiting to happen! 5. Who decided to put large-screen TVs in the dining area? It feels more like a sports bar, which is quite tacky. 6. The menus are stained and look cheap, which is unappealing. 7. The worn-out chairs from the 1990s need to be replaced. While the food is still fantastic, the front-of-house experience lacks the necessary attention to detail. If things continue to decline, I could only rate it 2 stars.

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Yelp
2.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Joani
12.09.2024 - 17:48

Last night, our group of eight was craving Mexican food, and I called to check what time the kitchen closed. The staff member informed me that they closed at 10...

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EM
12.09.2024 - 17:48

In the end the food was good but when you advertise a 'especial ' you should honor it at 9.95 and not charge the customer the full 19.50 for the entree. Came to...

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ruben
12.09.2024 - 17:48

I was there yesterday, OMG, what a disappointing place, I ordered fajitas and also ordered by a friend, well! no tortillas came with the food, we had to ask for...

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Kelly
12.09.2024 - 17:48

Yum! This place was an absolutely treat! I used to come here with my mom as a kid and it was nice to come back as an adult! My friend and I stopped in and didn'...

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Vikki
12.09.2024 - 17:48

Best place to practice your Spanish! (Shout out to Liz! Love this place and have been coming here on/off for years. Their food is hearty and the prices are on p...

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Int Restaurants
3.6 ★ from 473 reviews
Eloisa
18.09.2023 - 04:25

A welcoming family restaurant with delicious food and amazing margaritas.

alan
18.09.2023 - 04:25

This is a lovely casual spot. We had a great night out with my wife. The food was delicious! It was quite busy, so our meals took a bit longer than expected, bu...

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Sarina
18.09.2023 - 04:25

El Tipico continues to be amazing under new ownership. It brings back memories of my college days, and now it's even better to enjoy it with my family.

Jose
18.09.2023 - 04:25

ASOLUTLEY AWESOME!. Visited on on may 30th/ 2009. Had a great time. my buddies threw me a suprise birthday party there and the employees their were great. They...

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Stefanie
18.09.2023 - 04:25

First time trying this and I will definitely be coming back with my family Me and my wife love this place the drinks were good the food was excellent Great serv...

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