Hot Tamales

Chicago , Illinois

50 reviews

A very good mexican resaurant. All the entrees I have had were a step above average. The enchilades are stuffed full and have and excellent salsa and the rejnos(sp?) are also great. The place is small but I have never waited in line and it is not overly loud despite the small size. Also they make very tasty margaritas.

56944 reviews

The only Mexican restaurant outside of Mexico I like. The food is woderful, not the typical "mexican restaurant" food. The spicy shrimp appetiser was great along with the mexican pizza. The Chicken was out of this world, and those who ate the traditional type food, couldn't have been happier. The place is cute, trendy, fun, and there were also some very happy children there.

2 reviews

What a delightful restaurant. The atmosphere is relaxed, the food is great. Different from any other Mexican restaurant. Fresher, and more original.

9 reviews

This is a great place to go with a group of friends to try a lot of little dishes. The smoked chicken quesadillas and black beans with baby bananas are great, and their house rice is a wonderful surprise. Their namesake tamales are huge and filled with flavor - the chorizo is outstanding. The margaritas here are potent and come with little plastic animals hanging off the glass. During the summer, it's a fun place to end up after a drive up Sheridan Road.

1 review

Cozy, upscale Mexican restaurant with casual festive atmosphere and moderate prices. Noted for excellent vegetarian dishes. A 'must try' is the bread pudding. Say hello to the popular, friendly owner, Jim.