Carnitas Don Rafa Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant $$ 4.2 (575)


Carnitas Don Rafa Restaurant is highly regarded for its authentic Mexican cuisine, particularly its carnitas, which many customers praise as some of the best in the area. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, enhancing the overall dining experience. While the food quality is consistently noted to be excellent, some reviews suggest that service can be a bit hit or miss during busy periods.

Overall:

4.6

(472 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.6

Atmosphere:

4.4

Service:

4.5


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (815) 741-2222

Address: 2224 Plainfield Rd, Crest Hill, IL 60435, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 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

  • 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)

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" Carnitas Don Rafa will be one of my go-to restaurants for Mexican cuisine! The portions are generous, and the flavors are authentic. By far some of the best carnitas I’ve ever had. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the dining area felt like home. Can’t recommend this place enough! " (*Curated Review*)

" Great food but the quality of service fluctuates! One of my experiences here was impeccable, while another was filled with long wait times. I love their carnitas and often recommend them, but the inconsistency in service can be a deterrent. I hope they can work on that. " (*Curated Review*)

" A lovely little restaurant that serves traditional Mexican food! I had the carne asada platter, and it was huge! I wish I could have tried the carnitas, but I will next time! The staff was very knowledgeable about the menu, and I appreciate the time they took with us. " (*Curated Review*)

" After several visits, I can confidently say this is the best place for carnitas. Typically amazing service, however, this last visit lacked that attentive feel I’ve come to love. The place was busy, and I believe my waitress was just overwhelmed. Regardless, the food was still excellent! " (*Curated Review*)

" The tacos were solid, and the environment was pleasant, but I found my carnitas to be a bit underwhelming. They were decent but didn’t blow my mind as I’d hoped. The service was friendly and attentive, but I don’t know if I will be rushing back. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (462)

" Wonderful experience overall. The place is clean and vibrant, and the food has always exceeded my expectations. My wife and I visited, and she loved the tacos as well. The chips and salsa are delicious too! I’ve recommended this place to all my friends. " (*Curated Review*)

" Had a fantastic dinner with my family here last night! The portions were large, and the food was exquisite. I specially adore the chicken enchiladas, but the carnitas didn't disappoint either. The atmosphere buzzed with life, enhancing our experience — perfect for a family outing! " (*Curated Review*)

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