Tecalitlan Restaurant

06/03/2008 Posted by lpg1170

I write this strictly about the food. It was excellent. I love mexican food and I must say this is the best I have had. I would totally recommend this restaurant. I can't wait to bring more friends to it, i plan to go back very soon. The parking leaves a bit to be desired but the service was efficient. I was on a lunch hour so I plan to check out the bar (quality and prices) next time I go.

02/16/2008 Posted by medraj

The food was excellent with a good amount of flavors and texture. I'm from LA, so I know decent Mexican food and this one is up to par. Good amount of vegetarian choices. I gave 4/5 instead of 5/5 stars because the service was peculiar. The server did the bare minimum and was not attentive. He acted like we were taking up his time or something. He did not listen and messed up on several things. In particular, he threw away my food when I clearly said to give me a to-go box. He basically threw out half of an $11 entree plate! Then we ask him about the one (and only) dessert on the menu. He looked at us as if we're crazy for asking and told us we wanted something else. It was ashame because I liked the food. I still recommend this place and I'll continue to go, but maybe take out next time!

Pros: excellent food, nice decor in dining area

Cons: parking lot is weird, service was not the best, music kept going on/off

10/25/2007 Posted by pyt333

I moved for southern california-land of awesome, cheap mexican food. I love mexican and was a bit discouraged because I couldn't find anything decent here. Then I happened upon Tecalitlan and fell in love. I sat down and was given chips and salsa-the litmus test for mexican restaurants. The salsa was spicy but not overly hot and had an amazing flavor. It was fresh and addicting. Then came the burrito. Oh, my sweet lord! I could taste every ingredient-not just rice like most places. I can't even explain how incredible this burrito was. It was HUGE, and so good I stuffed myself, but still didn't finish it. My bill was about $8.00. Crazy cheap! A few hours later I ate the rest of the burrito-cold. Still tasted fresh. I could still taste every flavor. Even after being in the fridge for over 3 hours it wasn't soggy. Go!! Just go and experience it for yourself. It is indescribibly good. Apparently some guy drives down from Wisconson every week to buy a vat of the salsa. If I lived there I would make the trip too. This place is so good it's worth the drive.

Pros: Everything.

Cons: Nothing

06/26/2007 Posted by irisfitz

This place is excellent in making it's best and has authentic dishes at a reasonable price. I've been dining for over 20 years, my family growing up always picked this place for Mexican dishes. I just recently visited myself although it's out of my way and had tacos al pastor. Great chips and salsa too.

Pros: Ambience, Parking, Price

Cons: None

04/06/2007 Posted by jstone55

HOLY FRIJOLES, MAN DO I LOVE THIS PLACE!! TECALITLAN IS THE PLACE TO BE WHEN IT COMES TO MEXICAN. GREAT PLACE FOR MARGARITAS AND CHICKEN TAMALES!! THE CHORIZO TACOS ARE KILLER TOO!! MAKES A GREAT STOP BEFORE OR AFTER A BULLS GAME OR A NIGHT OUT IN THE CITY!

Pros: GREAT TASTING FOOD AT AFORDABLE PRICES!

Cons: TOO FAR FROM MY HOUSE!!

02/01/2007 Posted by kg17

I Love, love, love Tecalitlan or Teca as my friends and I like to call it! It is so yummy and it will not break the budget! We go there all the time after work or after a night out on the town since they stay open late on the weekends. It was featured in the August issue of LATINA Magazine for having GOOD & INEXPENSIVE Food!! They are Totally Righ!! They failed to mention the Killer Margaritas made with Tequila 3 Garcias, though!! One Frozen margarita and you'll be hooked!! They are so good and go great with the Hot Pico de Gallo and warm Chips. I love going there for their specials on the Margaritas during the week and for great Tacos de Carne Asada or Carne Asada Enchiladas. Mmmmm they are tasty and you can actually smell the great Carne Asada being grilled inside, from the parking lot as you get out of your car. I can honestly recomend this place to anyone who wants REAL, AUTHENTIC Mexican Food (their Mole sauce tastes just like my grandmas in Mexico, I LOVE IT!!). The mural on the ceiling is so pretty. It goes from night to morning or from morning to night, depening which way you look at it! It is really cool, though! It is a low key, easy going place that is perfect for catching up with friends or going on a first date since it does not give off a totally romantic vibe. Their menus say they have been around for over 30 years and that it has been run by the same "familia" since it opened, so that must mean they are doing something right!! Kuddos and Keep up the Good Work!! See you all soon again my Teca friends! P.S.They also have th best bartenders Danny and Jose! They already know what I like and don't even wait for me to ask! Now I'm hungry and thristy. I think I will head out to get some good food and drinks at Tecalitlan! Hahaha!!

Pros: Great Food, Great Margaritas, Great Employees

Cons: Parking, No Delivery and No Reservations!!

01/06/2007 Posted by mrjustice

Tecalitlan has always been one of our favorite Mexican restaurants. Mainly come for the basic cheap Mexican food -- e.g. Giant Burritos (especially the Avocodo Burrito - they use like a whole avacodo); and the Steak Tostadas. Any of the steak dishes are wonderful. Also, try the Cebolleta's (large green onions, which they put on the grill). Goes great with the Steak Tostodas.

Pros: HUGE BURRITOS at low low prices. Great Ingredients -- steak and avocado

Cons: Can get a little noisy

07/16/2005 Posted by carnivore63

During the early 1980's this was the best kept secret on Chicago Ave.. Then the burrito's were huge now you actually have to buy 2 to equal the massive ones they used to make .. Also the food seems more fast paced and greasy .. I guess after 20+years whos going to notice (well I did )..

05/10/2005 Posted by kookie_kelly

Try a steak burrito and you'll never order anything else! All you can eat tortilla chips and a just right salsa! Have been coming here weekly for years...quit trying to find a better burrito a long time ago...Good service to boot!

Pros: Burritos, Service, Inexpensive

Cons: Small Parking Lot

03/23/2005 Posted by dkfs

This food is fantasic. And the drinks are even better. The prices can't be beat. The burritos are huge and the flaming cheese is the best I have had. make sure to check out the mural on the ceiling- only adds to the grat atmosphere. This place is perfect for large groups and I have never had a problem getting a seat.