El Norteño

Mexican Restaurant $$ 4.5 (897)

El Norteño is celebrated for its high-quality, authentic Mexican cuisine, offering a broad menu that features well-prepared dishes. Many customers appreciate the large portions and the restaurant's friendly service, creating a welcoming dining atmosphere.

Overall:

4.6

(729 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

4.4

Service:

4.5

Phone number: (847) 469-8401

Address: 206 E State Rd, Island Lake, IL 60042, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" This place is a hidden gem! The freshness of the ingredients really shines through in every dish. " (*Curated Review*)

6 months ago

" The flavors were on point, but my portion was smaller than expected. Still worth coming back. " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" Everything about El Norteño is fantastic, from the food to the service. Very family-friendly. " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" Service took a long time, but the food made up for it. The carne asada was delicious! " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

" I was disappointed with the service, even though the food was decent. I felt neglected. " (*Curated Review*)

7 months ago

Archived Reviews (719)

" The mole was the best I’ve had outside of Mexico. Really authentic flavors! " (*Curated Review*)

1 year ago

" Authentic and freshly made! The horchata reminded me of my time in Mexico. A must-try! " (*Curated Review*)

1 year ago
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