Chile- Tepin

Got some dinner here with my friends. The atmosphere was very nice and the food was even better. Everything was very flavorful and seasoned well. The service was very good as well. Definitely recommend this spot

This is a super fun, hip place downtown. Parking was terrible but they had a parking attendant outside managing it. Maybe take an Uber if you have the option. On a Friday night at 5:30 the waiting area was already packed. I just saw you can make a reservation, so consider doing that. Even so, they got our party in fairly quickly, maybe within 20 minutes. One of the people in our party recommended it as authentic Mexican, it was more authentic than I’m used to, and it was so yummy! I realize the name refers to it being HOT- and that is no joke! Some of us have pretty bland tastebuds, I wish they would have given us an option for hot or mild salsa, because the appetizer salsa was too hot for some of us. And even in the entrees it would be nice to pick a spicy level, because what is almost too hot for me is probably not enough spice for a lot of people. Everyone loved what they got- carne asada, carnitas, shrimp, and adult beverages. Highly recommend!

Awesome service here. Classic Mexican food that is such a value price. I can't remember the last time I went to a restaurant and my meal was only $10! Will definitely be coming back. I got the pollo tostada and enjoyed it a lot. Good flavor, not too salty. Only had to wait about 10 minutes for a table for 2 at 8pm on a Saturday night.

Great Mexican food. The food is good, but the chicken needed a little bit more flavor. The staff is friendly, and you can park for free behind the building. The place looks nice and clean, and it’s spacious for big groups.

While the food was enjoyable, there were a few areas that could use some improvement. Firstly, parking at Chile-Tepin can be quite challenging. The lot is often crowded, and it's common to see cars triple-parked, making it difficult to find a spot. Keep this in mind and allow extra time for parking. Go before 5 pm. I had made a reservation for a group, and despite noticing many empty tables in the dining room about 15 minutes before our reservation, we were not invited to be seated until the rest of our party arrived. This was a bit strange and seemed unnecessary since there was ample space available. While waiting for our group, I was looking forward to enjoying margaritas. Sadly, we were informed that we couldn't be seated until everyone had arrived. This was disappointing, as it would have been nice to relax and sip on margaritas while waiting. We ended up walking around outside and sitting in our car. On the positive side, the food at Chile-Tepin was good. I particularly enjoyed the flavors and quality of the dishes. The menu offered a variety of options that pleased everyone in our group. However, towards the end of our meal, we felt rushed out, which affected our experience while trying to catch up with old friends. It would have been nice to have more time to enjoy our meal and in the company of our friends. Another small issue we encountered was the lack of a changing table in the restroom. This posed a challenge for one of our friends who had a small baby. Not having a proper facility meant she had to find an alternative way to change her baby, which added unnecessary stress and extended our stay. In conclusion, Chile-Tepin offers good food, but there are a few areas that could use improvement. The handling of reservations could be more accommodating, and it would be nice if they allowed guests to be seated while waiting for the rest of their party. Additionally, providing a changing table in the restroom would be beneficial for families with young children. Despite these issues, the flavors and quality of the food make Chile-Tepin worth considering for a meal. Another note - there are only stairs to enter. This will pose a challenge to anyone with mobility issues.