Family-run restaurant doling out traditional Mexican dishes in a cheery space with a bar.
Marie
I’ve been here a few times and so far has tasted the Burrito dinner, combination plate, and The Lamb Chops. I have not walked out disappointed!!
The ambiance is humble with a soft Mexican theme setting. This family owned restaurant is dedicated in making you feel at home all while serving up delicious food.
Sister’s work hard in the kitchen to cook up authentic traditional Mexican food that will make your palette happy.
Not hungry drop by for drinks as their house margaritas will have you wanting a few glasses or more because it’s so good and will give you a happy buzz. There’s a small bar where you can eat and drink or just socialize.
This restaurant is spacious and although reservations are not needed you don’t want to risk a busy packed night.
Located near Rogers Park and Gladstone Park community up north in Chicago.
Heading to O’Hare convenient off the expressway you’ll find this gem of a restaurant.
After your dinner and drinks if you got room for my dessert you have to indulge in the Churros with vanilla bean ice cream. That was so yummy I could of in had my dessert before dinner.
I can’t articulate the simplicity/casual yet formal fine dining you’ll experience at Mom’s Old Recipe. This place is excellent for date nights, solo enjoyment, and or family celebration.
They will also accommodate large group settings to suit up to 90 people.
… moreStephanie Polakowski
Great family owned local spot in the Jeff Park/gladstone park neighborhood of chicago- really tasty entrees, j enjoyed my enchiladas trio. Homemade mole sauce is so delicious! They made my friend’s birthday extra special by brining out a fancy ice cream sundae and singing to her and putting the sombrero on her- it was delightful! The place was very busy on a Saturday around 6pm, so I would recommend a reservation. Overall nice dining experience. Good service, tasty chips and salsa, margaritas looked good and full service bar too
… moreConor Doyle
Fantastic flavors. Absolutely loved the burrito with molé. Super reasonable prices. Service was great and everything came out quickly.
… moreWilliam Wiles
It didnt look like a mexican restraunt at all, very white and bright atmosphere, sat at bar, and noticed things being not very sanitary, wont be back, but bartender was friendly. The photo is where they put the margarita glasses lip first how dirty.
… moreGeorge Hengels
Very nice restaurant with very good food. The decor is very tasteful and the mosaic light fixtures are beautiful. The music is not overly loud and and it is still easy to have a conversation. The special appetizer of the pork rinds with guacamole was delicious. The chicharrones were freshly made and still warm and crackling when served. The Enchilada trio was delicious. The ranchera sauce was ok, but the mole and Verde sauces definitely made up for it. The menu states that the mole enchilada is with skirt steak, but there was clearly beef of another kind in it as well that was a bit fattier and stringy in texture (this is why the food didn’t get 5 stars). The Verde sauce cheese enchilada was incredibly flavorful. It is a bit spicy but not overpowering. The flautas were very crispy, and the chicken inside was well seasoned and tender. The lettuce on the dishes was clearly fresh and crisp. The banana chimichanga was very well done. The tortilla was crispy and the banan was warm. Topped with a drizzle of chocolate and caramel sauce and several with whipped cream and vanilla ice cream. It was decadent and delicious. The Mexican hot chocolate takes a little long because it is made fresh and comes with 2 sopapillas. It is very flavorful and well done. I would highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be back.
… moreKiran Mulakunnam
Absolutely the one Mexican restaurant you need to try whenever you are in the vicinity of Chicagoland area, and that goes for those who are far out in the suburbs as well, it is 100% worth the drive, the Arriaga family knows what they are doing here and it would be a sin to not try their homemade orange salsa btw, recommend the trio of enchiladas. Every dish is served with love. Going forward, I hope catering for events will be allowed because the masses need to know about the delicious quality that is being served up at MOR. The staff, the apps and chips+salsa, the Food, the drinks, the family behind the efforts, the ambiance, i give everything a 10/10.
… moreKate Thompson
Truly one of the best Mexican restaurants on the north side! We are lucky enough to live walking distance from this gem and come by every month or so. The staff is lovely and welcoming, the service is fast, the food is phenomenal. If you haven’t been yet, what are you waiting for?
… moreGeorge Hough
Mom celebrated her 92nd. They blasted Cumpleaños for her and then spread whipped cream on her nose. Fun times!
… moreCarlos Emilio Rivera Warner
This is definitely one of those places you should give a shot. Chose the place on the recommendation of a friend and was not disappointed. Everyone at my table thoroughly enjoyed what they ordered. Salsa was the bomb, service was not stellar, but doable. Prices were good. We went on an off night, but looking forward to returning when the place is busy, the music is playing, and the vibe is electric.
… moreCandice s
I have been coming here for years. I always take my friends and family here when we go out. I was the second person or so to order grubhub from them when they started doing delivery. I have tried most of the menu and I keep coming back for the enchiladas. They are awesome! Overall, the staff is friendly and attentive, they give good and fast service and if they make a mistake (which they usually dont) they quickly remedy it. Check them out, you will not be disappointed.
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