Lalos... what has happened?

[DukeFan]

went to lalos on Clybourn for lunch today and was very disappointed. (and the place was nearly empty.) This used to be one of my favorite places for mid-priced mexican but my last two experiences have been bad.

additionally, the downstairs bathrooms were dirty. looks like noone really cares anymore.

any know what's up?

[anderhous]

The Berwyn location on Harlem is consistently good.

[gordeaux]

I was there a few weeks ago, and the bottled beer is ice cold ;-)
Seriously though, the steak I had on my tampiquena was ok. For the price though, La Quebrada blows Lalo's away.

[anderhous]

Where's La Quebrada?

[gordeaux]

4859 W Roosevelt Rd
Cicero
[phone]

It's a dive, but it is full service, and...HOMEMADE TORTILLAS!!!

[anderhous]

Thanks for the info, Gordeaux!

[Chew on That]

Lunch time might not be their prime time. I went there for a birthday dinner last eyar and it was fabulous. LOVED their margaritas!

[nu_sue]

Had a bad experience there 5 years ago and never been back, This was when we use to go there 2x a week. There are better out there.

[rubinow]

I don't think I've ever had a good meal at Lalo's except for the original in the Pilsen hood. The other locations are just so watered down. They are the last on my list.

[gordeaux]

Lalo's has been more about Margaritas than good food for about 10 yrs now. There are HOSTS of other mid priced Mexican joints that cater to those who enjoy a good meal more than alcohol, refried beans, and ground beef tacos.

[Matt Odwyer]

We had some great Mexican last week just east of Harlem & Irving, I think it's called Sabor Ixtapa on Forest Preserve Drive by Quiznos.