El Nuevo Mexicano
2914 N . Clark ( 773 ) 528-2131 elnuevomexicano . net
Offers Weekend Brunch Vegan Options
El Nuevo Mexicano Restaurant has been serving authentic Mexican food in the Lakeview East community since 1983 , offering a wide variety of dishes including Carne Asada en salsa molcajete , Salmon en chipotle con duraznos , Pollo Asado en salsa molcajete and Camarones de coco . The menu is sure to please every palette . Elfego & Tere Rodriguez passed the apron strings to their niece , Maria Rodriguez , who has expanded three times , updated the interior , as well as the menu , and has branched out to vegetarian and vegan cuisine . Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner , El Nuevo Mexicano has a private party room , a spacious outdoor patio , and a full-service bar .
Esencia Urban Kitchen
3351 N . Broadway ( 773 ) 472-8553 esenciachicago . com
Offers Weekend Brunch BYOB
Esencia Urban Kitchen is a family owned and operated Mexican café . Since opening their doors in 2013 , the family strives to bring the essence of Mexico City to Chicago , using fresh ingredients and from-scratch recipes . The restaurant also offers catering , private parties , and retail items like their fresh house-made granola . Signature menu items include buttermilk biscuits , poblano eggs , lemon ricotta pancakes , tostadas & enchiladas , and many more seasonal favorites .
Fajita Factory
3445 N . Hasted ( 773 ) 770-4618 fajitame . com Brunch
Fajita Factory is a full service restaurant that serves Mexican & Latin American inspired comfort food . Their delicious creations can be enjoyed inside or outside on the patio in the summer months . In conjunction with great food , Fajita Factory ’ s drink menu of margaritas , sangrias , and frozen drinks served in large format vessels will quench the thirst of anyone looking to relax after a long day . Happy hour daily with great weekly specials , brunch Saturdays and Sundays 11AM-3PM .
Mixteco
847 W . Belmont ( 773 ) 472-3434 mixteco . com
Mixteco is a healthy , fast casual Mexican restaurant located in Lakeview East . Specializing in tacos , burritos , quesadillas , nachos , fajitas , enchiladas and much more , they have something for everyone . The menu includes tofu as an option for all vegetarians and plenty of protein options for the carnivores out there . The flavors are unlike anything you ’ ve tried before . Customers can order online for pick up or delivery at www . mixteco . com . They are also here for all your catering needs . Join the e-club for exclusive offers and discounts you won ’ t find anywhere else !