Dove's Luncheonette is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

1. Dove's Luncheonette

9.2
1545 N Damen Ave (btwn Milwaukee Ave & Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Diner · Wicker Park · 95 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: With ample counter seats and a record player that's always spinning, this space's look is greatly inspired by 1960s diners. The menu features modernized versions of classic Tex Mex dishes. Read more.

EaterEater: Paul Kahan and co. bring Tex-Mex comfort food to a traditional diner environment, adding a standout mezcal selection and soul music wafting from a turntable. Try the fried chicken and torta ahogada. Read more.

Eduardo G.Eduardo Gonzalez: Enchilada with a Fried Egg was awesome, so was the Pozole.

Simòn Tacos is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

2. Simòn Tacos

7.7
4263 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Tex-Mex Restaurant · Portage Park · 4 tips and reviews

Mary Jo Q.Mary Jo Q.: I had the chili relleno dinner to go and it was delicious! Service was great, everyone was friendly. The place looks great after the remodel. Very clean and welcoming. Would definitely recommend.

Sid V.Sid Vicious: Shrimp/Chicken Tortas, Horchata

Sid V.Sid Vicious: Best Mexican food in the neighborhood. Love the ambience, the outdoor eating space and the staff

Miller's Ale House - Norridge is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

3. Miller's Ale House - Norridge

7.9
4474 N Harlem Ave (Agatite Avenue and Harlem Avenue), Norridge, IL
Restaurant · Northwest Side · 4 tips and reviews

Roslyn R.Roslyn Redmond: The ribs, steaks, calamari. The dinner menu offers great choices. Lunch menu needs improvements. Very pleasant environment.

Carina N.Carina Navarro: Very good food with good size portions that won't hurt your wallet. The desserts are awesome. I suggest the Captain Jacks Buried Treasure. It's big enough to share!

Bob D.Bob DeGraff: Good fries and good service. The blackened chicken sandwich was a little mild on the flavor.

Big Star is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

4. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

David C.David Carr: Good tex mex in wicker park. Reminds me of being back in Houston.

Paula G.Paula Garcia: Best whiskey drinks. Best fish tacos. Go.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the michelada from our 100 Best list: We know it contains Tecate, Cholula and Valentina hot sauces, and Maggi. Oh, and we’re certain it's delicious, alleviates hangovers & might just cure cancer.

The Piggery is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

5. The Piggery

7.4
1625 W Irving Park Rd (at N Marshfield Ave), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Lakeview · 63 tips and reviews

Enid M.Enid Maldonado: Second time here and I really like it. Tho it did take a while to get them to put on the sound for the Bears preseason but the food was great! Try the Tex Mex burger!

Jeff C.Jeff Canzona: Get the Elotes - Mexican corn w/lime n queso fresco.

s F.s F: The southwest pulled pork salad is outstanding! Always a good time here!

Lonesome Rose is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

6. Lonesome Rose

7.5
5310 N Clark, Chicago, IL
Tex-Mex Restaurant · Andersonville · 2 tips and reviews

Matt D.Matt Dicker: Really nice churros, perfect end to the meal.

Lauren J.Lauren Jensen: Food was mediocre and overpriced.

NYC Bagel Deli is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

7. NYC Bagel Deli

7.6
1001 W North Ave (at Sheffield), Chicago, IL
Bagel Shop · 31 tips and reviews

AngelaAngela: The bagels here are outstanding and they have homeade cream cheese. Try the Reuben if you want a sandwich. You won't be disappointed.

Corey K.Corey Kaplan: Thank you for the foursqaure support ! We would also appreciate your support on Twitter.com/nyc_bagel_deli and Facebook.com/nycbd . Thank You for your tremendous support !

Tom P.Tom P.: Great smoked turkey sandwiches

Reggie's Rock Club is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

8. Reggie's Rock Club

8.2
2109 S State St (at E 21st St), Chicago, IL
Rock Club · South Loop · 103 tips and reviews

Steve W.Steve Wolves: One of the best killer food, great prices, lot of options multiple bars, tshirt shop, record store Rooftop bar! staff is amazing and KILLER MUSIC every night! multiple shows going on on various stages

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Best rooftop hang in the South Loop. Shoot some hoops and cool down under the shower...

Jason M.Jason Magicks: Get a clue. Don't be dumb!

Uncle Julio's Hacienda is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

9. Uncle Julio's Hacienda

7.4
855 W North Ave (at N Clybourn Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 154 tips and reviews

Nicole D.Nicole Duhoski: Best Margaritas, best chips & salsa in the city. Love having dinner at the bar.

Joshua H.Joshua Hernandez: Have to get the queso dip

Brioni EmmanuelleBrioni Emmanuelle: Gotta have the guacamole and no meal is complete without one of their swirls.

G-Cue Billiards is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

10. G-Cue Billiards

7.3
157 N Morgan St (at Randolph St.), Chicago, IL
Pool Hall · Fulton Market · 15 tips and reviews

AnastasiaAnastasia: Amazing staff GCUE !! The food is soo delicious too!!

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Dylan P.Dylan Porter: Waitresses were extremely rude... no customer service at all... never going back

RJ Grunts is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

11. RJ Grunts

7.9
2056 N Lincoln Park W (at Dickens Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 101 tips and reviews

AndrewAndrew: Best salad bar in Chicago, unbelievable chili and to die for burgers...paired with your favorite pint and you can't go wrong!

Lettuce Entertain YouLettuce Entertain You: Get rewarded at RJ Grunts! Earn points on every purchase toward meals, trips & wine. Ask your server about the Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club! Read more.

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: Lettuce Entertain You launched its empire—and Chicago’s first salad bar—in 1971 at this comfort-food icon. Try the Grunt burger, BBQ ribs, and the cookie in a bowl. Read more.

NYC Bagel Deli is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

12. NYC Bagel Deli

7.1
515 N Dearborn St (at W Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Bagel Shop · Near North Side · 42 tips and reviews

Nancy L.Nancy Loo: Pizza slices are fantastic. And huge! LOVE this place!!!

Fraz2002Fraz2002: They have Taylor Ham. If you don't know don't ask.

IanIan: Top notch breakfast sandwiches. The Boar's Head meats and real eggs make a difference!

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 13 Best Places for Tex-Mex Cuisine in Chicago.

13. The Cheesecake Factory

7.8
875 N Michigan Ave Ste 102, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 199 tips and reviews

Jermain G.Jermain Garcia: Let's be real, order appetizers for dinner so you have enough room for dessert

Will M.Will Mann: SIT IN THE BAR AREA. The table wait was 30 minutes and we literally walked into the bar and sat at a booth. No waiting.

Deborah W.Deborah Williams: The people here are very pleasant