El Alegre Burrito

Reviews

• Sharon S.

  star star star star star_border 22 July 2026

  This is a hidden gem of Westchester, stuck between Giordano and a Thai place.  Nothing to look at from the outside but the food is incredible. The Tortilla Soup is a meal in itself and the burritos are the best around.  Everything tastes fresh and very easy on the wallet.

• Traveling T.

  star star star star_border star_border 17 July 2026

  I've had a variety of Mexican food throughout the city of Chicago, as well as elsewhere. I would say that the flavor of the carne asada (steak) at this restaurant is not as pleasing to the palate. I have a favorite restaurant on the south side of the city and one northwest. Unfortunately, this restaurant doesn't make my list. If I was in the mood for Mexican and couldn't get to my two favorites, I suppose I'd give it another try. I really wanted to like it because it's in my neighborhood. The biggest disappointment is that they don't have the pickled carrots. That's one of the main things I look forward to eating when I grab Mexican fast food. Positive note, both salsas have good flavor.

• Kevin S.

  star star star star star_border 11 July 2026

  Nice little place that has a good burrito. When I want an authentic Mexican meal I usually head here. It's a small place but they have a good variety of food. I really enjoy the steak tacos and burritos. Very reasonably priced and the people working there are very nice. They used to only except cash but now they accept cash or card

• Ben J.

  star star star_border star_border star_border 9 July 2026

  Ate here today, I ordered a carne asada burrito dinner. The dinner and soda came out to around $12.50. This was the same burrito that has disappointed me at taquerias around the city. I understand that the burrito should not be a bench mark as it's not an authentically Mexican dish buuuut it's in the name after all. Here is the sad list of most Chicago burritos: overcooked (most of the time pre cooked and reheated on the flat top to order) always under seasoned. Huge glob of canned beans (yes in can always taste the difference) sprinkle of cheese, and  a shredded iceberg sad tomato salad with sour cream as the dressing. All rolled up into a pre packaged, over grilled flour tortilla. You know the burrito I speak of! Plated up with more canned beans and bagged rice lunch was served. Underwhelming and predictable.

• Timmy C.

  star star star star star 8 July 2026

  Moved into Riverside a couple of years ago and were very excited for Mexican food in the surrounding area.  We went about everywhere in Berwyn and the several places west of us.  Eventually we ran across this place and it is now our favorite.  Pastor, chorizo and carne asada tacos are all excellent.  Highly recommended for anyone looking for good, cheap Mexican food int he western suburbs.