(312) 421-1517
1515 W 18th St
Chicago,
IL
60608
41.8577
-87.6642
Neighborhoods: Pilsen (Lower West Side), West Side, Pilsen
What People Are Saying About Nuevo Leon
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The Scene – Colorful and festive with orange walls and big tables, the main dining room fills with lively groups celebrating birthdays and other family occasions. In the less embellished, wood-paneled front room, a jukebox full of Mexican pop sometimes inspires impromptu dancing between tables. – – The Food – At the heart of Pilsen's Mexican-American scene, this neighborhood classic serves good, cheap Mexican fare. Waitresses in traditional blue and white dresses are quick, laying out steaming, crisp tortilla chips, two bowls of salsa (spicy-sweet and just plain hot),…
09/23/09
Real Authentic Mexican Food
by Simpleman008 at Citysearch
Great food, great staff, what else can anybody ask for? Their carne asada is delicious, served the with their homemade flour tortillas that no other mexican restaurant in the city top! It's being at home... Yes, it's crowded, but that's only because everyone craves their great tasting dishes. Did I mention their free appetizers? Yes! Free! OMG!! Not only are they free, they are authentic mexican appetizers! Overall, great atmosphere, friendly staff (except the owner) and great food!!! Highly Recommend!
- Pros: Best homemade flour tortillas!!!
- Cons: No liquor sales and cash only!
09/18/09
stressful-not worth the trip
by lucky131 at Citysearch
I'm Mexican, from LA, and from my first visit (I had the Carne Asada plate, 6 nachos, Carne Asada Burrito) I can recommend this place for pick-up only and if you order at least 30 min in advance. The food is comparable to Uncle Julio's (Lincoln Park) and I would rather pay the same price for what I felt what was the same quality of food (both like El Torito in Calif.) and go to Uncle Julio's. Nuevo is way too crowded (like Uncle Julio's) but about 1/4 the size of UJ and Nuevo has no parking besides a little lot around the corner which looked hard to get in and out of, so I opted for take out.
I ordered take out at the counter (which I felt like I was in the way of everyone else eating because there is no waiting/ordering area) and was told it would be ready in 20 min. Well I left and came back in 20, and still had to wait 10 min. Someone came in while I was waiting and said she placed a phone order for pickup and she was still waiting after I got my food. So for take out, order, wait 30-40min then pick up your food and it might be ready.
Also, I wasn't greeted by the Manager who I paid. He didn't smile at all, and say Thank You after I paid- very ungrateful for my business I guess.
The place was crowded so I guess some people know how to park around there or put up with the crowded tiny environment....just not my style.
- Pros: ok food
- Cons: crowded, parking, impersonal
08/02/09
Good place, good food,
by giovanni43 at Citysearch
This place have what the best flour tortillas in town (hand made) the carne asada is awsome and there is no place in chicago that serves better menudo. too bad I can't visit this place on a sunday morning due to parking and place packed on sundays
- Pros: Quality, Price, Service
- Cons: Parking
The Details on Nuevo Leon
Know Before You Go:
Bring cash--Nuevo Leon doesn't take credit cards.
What to Drink:
The restaurant doesn't have a liquor license, but you may bring beer or wine. There's no corkage fee, and your server will provide lime wedges and a bucket of ice.
Where to Sit:
Ask for a table in the back, which is brighter, more festive and smoke-free.
Parking:
Can't find street parking? Don't sweat it. There's a free lot at the corner of Laflin and 18th Street.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Cash
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Breakfast, Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, B.Y.O.B., Group Dining, Cheap Eats, Dine At The Bar
General Info:
Open 7 Days
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