El Maya Restaurant
1522 W Montrose Ave, 60613-1212 - Chicago
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Mexican
Latin
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Outdoor seating
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Delivery
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Takeout
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Alcohol
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Cocktails
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Wine
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Reservations
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Wheelchair accessible
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Accessible restroom
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Google Reviews (10)
We just got back from vacation and found that El Maya is closed. It was our favorite restaurant in Chicago...we'd always bring our friends and out of town guests and they also loved it. Jimmy and his family were amazing hosts and wonderful people. We are so sad that they're no longer there. Are they going to open another place ? Return to Ecuador ?
We wish them well and are grateful to have known them.
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Delicious, interesting Mexican food. Great preparations of pork, lamb, salmon and the innovative pyramid. I get something different every time I go & it is terrific.
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I have no idea what authentic South American or Mexican food is actually like but if I had to guess I'd say El Maya is pretty close! I had enchiladas and they were the best I've ever had. My friend had a black bean soup and I started questioning how it was possible they could make something that's so simple so GOOD. Sure, I love those hole in the wall taco shops but sometimes you just want fancier, high quality (but affordable) South American / Mexican food, know what I mean?
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This is not your typical Mexican cuisine, it’s better! The flavors and salsa have some Ecuadorian influences which I loved. This restaurant is a hidden gem and I definitely will go back often. The staff is friendly and really care you leave happy and satisfied.
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Very good food. Get dessert - worth it. Great, friendly staff. Have full bar with yummy margaritas!
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This restaurant is an absolute delight. The food is always spectacular, the cocktails are thoughtful and original, and the service is perfect. The main menu and the specials are equally good, and I always must get the empanadas - they are so fantastic.
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Our favorite local Mexican place. Much more than tacos and burritos creative dishes very well prepared. Really nice owner also
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Excellent food! Best Mexican we've had in Chicago so far (5 years running). We will definitely go back many more times.
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Great restaurant! We went before a show and we were limited on time. We explained the situation to the waiter and he was very understanding. We got the food in less than 10 min and it was great. The quality and flavor of the food was way above what we expected for something that took about 10 min to cook. The place is BYOB which is also nice. I look forward to going back.
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BEST Mexican food I've ever had! New take on old school Mexican cuisine. Homerun! Beautiful presentation and great atmosphere and nice people! Dont go elsewhere 😀
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