4.7
600+ Ratings
El Norteño
4.7 x (600+) • 1826.3 mi • Mexican • Latin American • New Mexican • Group Friendly • Alcohol • Info
206 East State Rd
El Norteño in Island Lake is a Mexican restaurant celebrated for its authentic flavors and a diverse menu that caters to various tastes. Guests can enjoy a range of Mexican favorites from tacos and burritos to ... More
El Norteño in Island Lake is a Mexican restaurant celebrated for its authentic flavors and a diverse menu that caters to various tastes. Guests can enjoy a range of Mexican favorites from tacos and burritos to more traditional dishes like pozole and menudo. Appetizers such as quesadillas and nachos are also popular, alongside hearty Mexican dinners like the Taco Dinner and fajitas. The restaurant's Taco Dinner and tacos are especially popular among patrons, often ordered together with sides like rice (Arroz). El Norteño is a favored spot in the evening, drawing a crowd with its robust selection of mains and Mexican beverages. Less
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Rating and reviews
"Best and most authentic Mexican food in the area. Whether you dine in, pick up or order delivery, the food is consistently excellent. I’ve had some small mistakes with complicated delivery orders once or twice but they’re usually 100% accurate, speedy and arrive hot (not to mention DELICIOUS!)"
• Sonja T. • 01/26/23
"If you are reading this. ORDER. I can tell you they are authentic, detailed, read instructions l, and provide honestly great REAL Mexican food. I have no doubt, if you love good Mexican, you’ll love this place. El Norteno is increbile."
• Dave H. • 10/31/23
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Sunday
8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Monday - Saturday
8:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Featured items
Appetizers (Botanas)
- Chips & Salsa$3.25 • 96% (81)
- Quesadilla Platter$12.75 • 97% (44)3 flour or corn quesadillas with sour cream and guacamole.
- Guacamole & Chips$10.25 • 94% (74)
- Nachos$10.25 • 95% (43)Topped with beans, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and guacamole. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Queso Fundido with chorizo$11.25 • 95% (20)Melted cheese with chorizo. Served with flour or corn tortillas.
- 1 Tostadas de Ceviche$9.25 • 87% (8)Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Shrimp Cocktail$19.25 • 100% (3)Eight shrimp in our homemade cocktail sauce, topped with chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and avocado. Served with crackers. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Pulpo y Camarón Asado$16.99Grilled octopus and shrimp with chef's seasonings. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
Salads (Ensaladas)
- Taco Salad with Shell (Ensalada De Taco)$10.25 • 100% (7)Lettuce, tomato, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream served on a shell. Choice of chicken, beef, or pork.
- Fajita Taco Salad with Shell (Ensalada de Taco con Fajitas)$17.25 • 75% (4)Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Chicken Breast Salad (Ensalada de Pechuga de Pollo)$9.25Lettuce, tomato, cilantro, green peppers, and lime. No dressing. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
Breakfast (Desayunos)
- Chilaquiles con Pollo$12.99 • 100% (12)One egg cooked with chicken, crispy tortilla triangles, and ranchero sauce or green sauce. Includes rice, and beans. (Con arroz, frijoles, y tortillas.) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- 1/2 Carne con Huevos Rancheros$17.99 • 100% (4)Skirt steak with two sunny-side up eggs and topped with ranchero sauce. Includes rice, beans, and tortillas. (Con arroz, frijoles, y tortillas.) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Machaca con Huevo$14.99Two scrambled eggs cooked with steak, onion, tomato, and jalapeño. Includes rice, beans, and tortillas. (Con arroz, frijoles, y tortillas.) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Huevos con Jamón$12.99Two scrambled eggs cooked with ham. Includes rice, beans, and tortillas. (Con arroz, frijoles, y tortillas.) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Huevos a la Mexicana$11.99Two scrambled eggs cooked with onions, tomatoes, and jalapeños. Includes rice, beans, and tortillas. (Con arroz, frijoles, y tortillas.) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Huevos con Chorizo$12.99 • 100% (16)Two scrambled eggs mixed with Mexican sausage. Includes rice, beans, and tortillas. (Con arroz, frijoles, y tortillas.) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Huevos Rancheros$11.99Two sunny-side up eggs topped with our ranchero sauce. Includes rice, beans, and tortillas. (Con arroz, frijoles, y tortillas.) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Breakfast Burrito$10.99 • 87% (8)Includes tortillas. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs, or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food borne illness.
- Breakfast Torta$10.99Includes lettuce, tomato, cheese, beans and sour cream, rice and beans, not included.
Mains
Mexican Dinners (Platillos Mexicanos)
Soups (Caldos)
Kid's Menu
Side Orders
Dessert (Postres)
El Norteño Special Drinks
Drinks
- Rating and reviews
4.7
•600+ Ratings •
25 Reviews
Veronica C.• 03/20/24everything so so fresh and delicious 🙏🏼😋
Urszula B.• 02/05/24Thank you for putting my beans on the side! Great portions and packaging. All was fresh and tasty! Thank you!
Katarina B.• 01/25/24Good
James S.• 01/24/24Great food at a great bargain from friendly people
Dave H.• 01/16/24They hand make and homemake their quality food.
Christina S.• 12/23/23Good food.
Cameron F.• 12/23/23Al pastor all the way
Arthur A.• 11/25/23Outstanding food
Jana G.• 11/23/23Family friendly. Super fast AND delicious!
Arthur A.• 11/18/23Absolutely fantastic food
Dave H.• 10/31/23If you are reading this. ORDER. I can tell you they are authentic, detailed, read instructions l, and provide honestly great REAL Mexican food. I have no doubt, if you love good Mexican, you’ll love this place. El Norteno is increbile.
Tommy G.• 08/08/23Best Authentic Mexican food in NW Suburbs
Joe C.• 08/06/23Consistently good quality and service.
Tommy G.• 08/06/23Best Mexican food in NW suburbs
Shannon K.• 07/22/23first time here, and absolutely delicious!!
Anthony M.• 06/15/23Everything is always on point
Ana E.• 05/31/23Every single dish I ordered was amazing. The pork Gordita, the burrito, taco salad. Oh my, sooooo good!
Amy L.• 04/11/23delicious and consistent, travels well!
Jaime P.• 03/31/23Amazing food
Christina B.• 02/19/23Love the flautas and tacos. A weekly fav!
Claudette P.• 02/08/23food is always top quality and perfect portions. Very friendly staff.
Sonja T.• 02/02/23Best Mexican food in the area! Authentic, fresh and delicious.
Jaime P.• 01/27/23Everything was so delicious— the chorizo tacos were my favorite!
Sonja T.• 01/26/23Best and most authentic Mexican food in the area. Whether you dine in, pick up or order delivery, the food is consistently excellent. I’ve had some small mistakes with complicated delivery orders once or twice but they’re usually 100% accurate, speedy and arrive hot (not to mention DELICIOUS!)
Scott G.• 03/27/22Chimichangas fire.. gordita good as well. Rice and beans also very tasty
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