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El Jardin Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Lakeview, Chicago
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    eddie nice
    "I recommend the carne asada and a famous urban legend margarita!"(24 Tips)
    Katie M.
    "carne asada michael style or the steak tacos"(2 Tips)
    Jason K.
    "The fish tacos are not on the menu, but are amazing."(3 Tips)
    Dane K.
    "house margaritas are hfcs syrup and grain alcohol"(4 Tips)
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  • eddie nice
    eddie niceSeptember 25, 2015
    The best cubs pre game in wrigleyville. I recommend the carne asada and a famous urban legend margarita! One of a kind !
  • Monica B.
    Monica BJune 13, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Margaritas are some of the best I've ever had. Strong, fresh and delicious. Don't usually order dessert at Mexican restaurants but the flan is rich and creamy. Don't pass it up!
  • Jackie L.heart icon on user image
    Jackie LeeperJanuary 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the El Fuego Margarita, made with jalapeno-infused tequila, which adds a different dimension to the flavor of the standard cocktail!
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    Jackie LeeperSeptember 1, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    If you want something a bit different in a Margarita, ask for a Margarita with the jalapeno-infused tequila. It's not spicy; it just adds a nice edge to the sweet-sour of the Margarita.
  • Katie M.heart icon on user image
    Katie MisekAugust 24, 2016
    Margaritas are delicious (and stong!), get the carne asada michael style or the steak tacos
  • Jason K.
    Jason KogutDecember 30, 2011
    The fish tacos are not on the menu, but are amazing. Fresh white fish that's not deep fried with a killer slaw
  • John R D.
    John R Dallas JrJune 10, 2022
    Dingy. Too way-off the mark in sanitation markers. Looks dirty. Would not want to see the kitchen. Uneven service. Sad state of affairs for a once-terrific place. Drat!
  • Lynn H.
    Lynn HealdJune 17, 2013
    The enchilada potisinas are not to be missed! The mole is wonderful.
  • Anastasia B.
    Definitely order a margarita with your dinner - they are strong and delicious!
  • Kyle W.heart icon on user image
    Kyle WilsonDecember 31, 2015
    Carne asada is a must
  • James M.heart icon on user image
    James MorganSeptember 9, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Margaritas, guacamole, carne asada Michael
  • Troy S.
    Troy StanichukJuly 20, 2014
    Best, strongest margaritas in the city.
  • Brandon M.
    Brandon M.August 28, 2010
    They are the 'best' margaritas in the sense that they will knock you to the floor for cheap.
  • L K.heart icon on user image
    L KNovember 25, 2016
    Be warned, the salsa is spicy!
  • Emily S.
    Emily ShepardAugust 22, 2011
    No one liked the "infamous margarita" but my frozen strawberry one was the same $ and did the job nicely! Read more
  • D A.heart icon on user image
    D AOctober 15, 2016
    Yeah, keep walking. The food is very mediocre but the margs will get you drunk.
  • Chase E.
    Chase EJune 16, 2012
    Food was mediocre, margarita was pretty good. My wife ordered a chicken burrito that was actually dark turkey meat.
  • Danny C.heart icon on user image
    Danny CaccioppoFebruary 24, 2016
    4.50 for a taco??? I know it's lake view but damn.
  • Ryan O.
    Ryan OglesbyMay 28, 2012
    The El Jardin Queso was really rubbery and crunchy on top. Not good.
  • Matthew H.
    Matthew HerekMarch 18, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Seriously...just come here to forget
  • Anna K.
    Anna KolodzejMarch 3, 2012
    The nachos are amazing!
  • howard t.
    howard thomasSeptember 27, 2011
    Beware the Margarita!! Deadly great for opening up a conversation.. 3 or more is date rape drug...
  • John G.
    John GehrkeJuly 4, 2013
    This place isn't half as good as the other El Hardin that closed.
  • Robert S.
    Robert SzaboOctober 21, 2010
    Remember, they have a great lunch special menu.
  • Mitch B.
    Mitch ByrneOctober 14, 2010
    Check out Northeast Cooling LLC on Foursquare for commercial cooler & ice machine repair specials in Chicago.
  • Diane S.
    Diane SignoreJune 23, 2012
    Enjoy, sweet young-things, enjoy!!!!!
  • Joel S.
    Joel SmithAugust 13, 2011
    Strong margaritas ;)
  • Michael L.
    Michael LorenzenOctober 15, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Seriously strong margaritas.
  • Justin J.
    Justin JordanDecember 7, 2011
    Margaritas are turbo charged
  • Oscar T.
    Oscar TamayoMarch 16, 2014
    It was aite had better
  • Dane K.
    Dane KantnerJuly 25, 2010
    house margaritas are hfcs syrup and grain alcohol that you can taste. management is rude. meh...
  • Matthew H.
    Matthew HerekJuly 11, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    There isn't a better margarita in this town
  • Josh C.
    Josh ClancyJanuary 27, 2013
    Food is bland. Margaritas don't live up to the hype. Go elsewhere.
  • Sonny D.
    Sonny DatoyMay 10, 2010
    pretty potent margaritas here
  • Fonso M.
    Fonso MAugust 29, 2011
    Cheap and bland
  • Brian B.
    Brian ByrneMay 14, 2011
    Nobody is lying about the margaritas...but the food is no joke
  • Bettina K.
    Bettina KozlowskiMay 13, 2012
    Avoid. Margaritas and food horrible
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