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El Nuevo Mexicano
El Nuevo Mexicano has served exceptional Mexican cuisine in Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood since 1983. Located at 2914 N. Clark, El Nuevo Mexicano Restaurant is a second generation, family-owned restaurant proud of its Mexican heritage. Identified as a 'neighborhood spot', El Nuevo welcomes you to try out the cozy atmosphere and delicious food! We offer traditional and urban Mexican dishes as well as a variety of vegan options.
25 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 25 reviews
5 stars
(15)
4 stars
(9)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(18)
- fit for foodies(11)
- great for lunch(9)
- good for groups(8)
- special occasion(8)
- great for outdoor dining(6)
El Nuevo Mexicano Reviews List
Review 1 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Authentic food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I'm of Mexican descent, and the food here was very authentic. I had the enchilada with green sauce, and it tasted home-made. My cousin had the red enchiladas, and she felt the same. I had a mango margarita, and it was delicious, but could have been a little stronger."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had the tacos al pastor
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had the tacos al pastor with pineapple and the chicken flautas. Both were excellent. We love the Thursday night margarita pitcher special. The food is freshly prepared, the sauces are all excellent and the service absolutely spot on."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 3 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yummy mexican food with great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Yummy mexican food with great mole! Good vegetarian selections, easy to get to, with ok street parking. They take reservations via Open Table which is great"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
all time fave
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of my all time favorites...Never disappoints and usuually seems better the more frequently I dine...Great Service!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food and drinks.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and drinks. I highly recommend the margaritas as well as trying some tequila from their pretty lengthy tequila list. We had a reservation for 6:30 where it wasn't too crowded but filled up soon after getting our drinks so I recommend getting a reservation. Our server was still very attentive after the restaurant filled up. A definite gem! No complaints :)"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My friends and I really enjoyed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My friends and I really enjoyed are food and drinks. It is definitely someplace I will return too very soon taking a new group of friends in order to give them the same fabulous experience I had."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
They have an awesome strawberry
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They have an awesome strawberry margarita!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food, and plenty
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious food, and plenty of vegan options! Great ambiance - we got a cute round table tucked away near the window. Really wonderful service from everybody!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hands down some of the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hands down some of the best Mexican food I have ever had!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I met a friend for lunch at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I met a friend for lunch at noon on a Thursday, so it was pretty quiet in there. I've also been there for dinner, and it's usually bustling with activity. I really like the food, they use fresh ingredients, and it's not heavy, as some Mexican food can be. Stand outs for me are the spinach empanada, and the ceviche salad. My fiance likes the carne esada. Overall,it's a great place to go with just about anyone, as they also offer Vegan and Gluten Free options. I also appreciate the attentive, but not hovering, servers."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, everything from
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, everything from the food to the drinks to the service was outstanding."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 12 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed El Nuevo Mexicano
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed El Nuevo Mexicano very much. My wife ordered a dish that was too spicy for her, but that happens. The chips and salsa were fresh and perfect, the margarita's potent and the food of good quality and flavor. What more do you need?"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for El Nuevo Mexicano
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A simple, comfortable Mexican
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A simple, comfortable Mexican restaurant that really delivers. Tried it on a whim because it was near a movie destination, and it really paid off. Service was great. When asking about difference in molés, the server brought a taste of each for us to decide. Quality of food was great, and service was wonderful. For this 'tier' of restaurant, I'm very impressed and it goes on my list of regular meals out."
Dined on 02/17/2013
1999
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for El Nuevo Mexicano
Based on the average of (12) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic