CARNITAS DE PUERCO Y PUERCA

Mexican Restaurant 3.9 (336)


Carnitas de Puerco y Puerca is celebrated for its authentic Mexican cuisine, particularly its carnitas and barbacoa, which many customers rave about. The restaurant enjoys a clean, welcoming atmosphere, though some reviews note inconsistencies in service and portion sizes. Overall, patrons generally express a strong willingness to return, pointing to the restaurant's flavorful dishes and reasonable pricing.

Overall:

4.4

(280 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.3

Atmosphere:

4.1

Service:

4.0


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (630) 844-9908

Address: 50 N Lincoln Ave, Aurora, IL 60505, USA

Opening hours

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

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

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)

**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!**

" Highly recommend this place for the best carnitas around! It's always packed on weekends, but it’s worth the wait. The staff is efficient and the atmosphere is vibrant. Every visit, I leave satisfied and eager for my next meal. " (*Curated Review*)

" The carnitas are flavorful and tender, the best I’ve tasted in years. The wait staff is friendly, and the environment is inviting. I plan to make this a weekly stop for picking up lunch. Highly recommended! " (*Curated Review*)

" A hidden gem in Aurora! I’ve lived here for years and just found out about this place. The chicharrones and carnitas are to die for! You can taste the authenticity in every bite. Came here with my family, and everyone loved their meals. We’re definitely coming back next Sunday! " (*Curated Review*)

" This place used to be amazing. I don’t know what happened, but the last couple of times I've been here the consistency is off. The carnitas I had were good, but my friends’ meals were not great. The service was also really slow. I hope they can get back to what they were. " (*Curated Review*)

" A delightful find! The carnitas tacos are simply the best I've had outside of Mexico. Perfectly seasoned and succulent. The waiter was attentive without being too overbearing, and the atmosphere felt warm and friendly. I’ll come back soon! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (270)

" They have a decent selection of Mexican dishes. My burrito was good, but the chips were overly salty and not fresh. Service was okay, but nothing special. Overall, it’s a respectable option if you're in the area, but I'd not go out of my way to come back. " (*Curated Review*)

" Unfortunately, my experience was not that great. The food tasted reheated and lacked freshness. The service was decent, but I felt like I was just another number. I won’t be coming back, especially when there are other Mexican restaurants in town. " (*Curated Review*)

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