Las Palmas
Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Mexican [Edit]
Neighborhood: Wicker Park1835 W North Avenue
(between Elk Grove Ave & Honore St)
Chicago, IL 60622 (773) 289-4991
- Nearest Transit:
Damen (Blue)
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Fri 5:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
Sat 10:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Sun 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. - Price Range: $$$
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Parking: Street
- Attire: Casual
- Good for Groups: Yes
- Good for Kids: No
- Takes Reservations: Yes
- Delivers: No
- Take-out: Yes
- Waiter Service: Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Outdoor Seating: Yes
- Good for: Dinner
- Alcohol: Full Bar
13 reviews
Neighborhood: The Loop
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91 Reviews for Las Palmas
Definitely recommend the chiviche! Loved all of our dishes we had tacos, fajitas, and two different steaks. Great service and nice atmosphere. Great for a date or with friends before a night out on the town. Will definitely be returning again!
Im giving up on you las palmas.
I gave you 4 chances, 4 I say!
Brunch last week was the nail in the coffin.
2.5 hours....come on! Tables who were sat after us got their food before us...We even complained and nothing was done. I counted 6 unbussed tables on our way out and they werent even busy! The table behind us was complaining and the one that was sat next to us got up and left because no one greeted them.
What the hell happened? I cant believe that I could just have bad luck that many times in a row.
Bummer cos your guac is the best in my neighborhood. I guess I'm going to learn to love Adobo's more.
I originally came here with the 'ol ball and chain per a suggestion from a co-worker and was pleasantly surprised, although it did not live up the hype that was previously generated by said co-worker. Perhaps I should have listened to Flava Flav and not believed the hype?
As far as the ambiance goes, it is a nice, cozy, dark restaurant that is longer than it is wide. Therefore, I was feeling a bit claustrophobic upon arrival, but was able to survive. We sat down at a table near the back of the house and were immediately approached by a waiter who suggested a pitcher of premium Sauza margaritas ($35) as well as some fresh guacamole ($12). Noticing I was immediately out 50 clams before I have even opened the menu, my cheap-ass needed to be careful as I navigated the menu.
The margaritas, guacamole and complimentary chips and salsa soon arrived, and I was immediately glad we ordered both. The margaritas were amazing and went nicely with the fresh, spicy guacamole. I love spicy food, but my better half thought the guacamole was a little too spicy for her. No worries...just more guac for the C-dog!
Anyway, I honestly can't remember what we ordered, as we both decided to order an entree that we found "interesting." All I know is my main squeeze got some sort of fajita dish that included cactus, while I got some sort of chicken dish that consisted of two grilled chicken breasts lying on top of some sort of green polenta-type bed, smothered in a red sauce. Needless to say, we were both competely stuffed after consuming our food and beverages.
The only thing keeping this place from being a 5-star establishment was that neither of our entrees really outshined the guacamole/margarita beginning to the meal, as well as some difficulty understanding my waiter. He kind of mumbled a lot and wasn't very helpful describing the entrees. However, I would definitely recommend the place and will probably make a return trip sometime in the future.
My one favorite thing about this place is the ambience. And the enchiladas. And the molcajete. It's the perfect first-date place, even though I haven't been on a real first date in ages, I have lots of my first girlfriend dates here.
My boyfriend and I eat here at least a few times a month; we try not to overdo it because it can get pricey. Most of the time I order the enchiladas- one chicken, one cheese, one plantain. It's just the right amount of food. My boyfriend can't get enough of the chicken tacos. One minor disappointment: lately the guacamole hasn't been up to par (maybe because avocados have been out of season) and it's been ages since the "tableside guacamole" has actually been made at our tableside.
Went here last night with a party of 12 people. We ordered pitcher after pitcher of margaritas throughout the entire night. They weren't the greatest and a bit on the sour side, but I guess they were ok to give everyone a buzz. We all also ordered our individual entrees; I got the lamb special ordered medium, however, it came out done. They were still good, but just not what I ordered. My bf got the enchilada, filled with cheese with mole on top. Still good, but i never understood why enchiladas cost $14, seems like it was a pretty simple dish.
Overall - OK food and drink
Value - Wouldn't want to try again.. i like riques better.. or my homecooking.
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I can't stop thinking about the guacamole! Seriously.
The food here was A-mazing. I loved everything about it. The margarita was perfect. The chips were served warm with some excellent salsa. The guac was to die for (and I'm not usually a guacamole fan). I got the cheese enchiladas and also tasted some of my boyfriend's portabella mushroom fajitas, both were delicious. Our friends also both said they loved their meals.
And not only was the food amazing, so was the service. Our meals came out so fast, and the wait staff was top-notch.
I kind of want to go back tonight. Yeah, I really do.
We went to Las Palmas for dinner on Friday night and only had to wait about 10 minutes for a table. They've got a few good signature margaritas and mojitos on their drink menu. The restuarant is small, but we never really felt cramped. We ordered the guacamole and it was pretty good. Not the best I've ever had, but it was good. I had the enchiladas and my date ordered the lamb, which was the special. Both were very good. The portions were interesting though. The enchiladas were a good size but they gave me literally a forkfull of rice and a spoonfull of beans. Same thing with my date's mashed potatoes. The portions of the side dishes were so small is was comical. The services was average. Overall, we enjoyed the meal. But I'm not sure it was really noteworthy or if I'll go out of my way to go back here.
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Another great thing about living on the skirts of Bucktown for over ten years, Las Palmas baby! It's been our Top pick for (regular) Mexican in Chicago for a good long while now....Maiz is the flagship, but they're more small plates/antojitos so it's to a slightly different category.
In any case, I can honestly say i've never had a bad meal here in at least a dozen trips; actually they've all been pretty damn good. If you like guac then it's incumbent upon you to get theirs (done tableside)...the perfect way to truly enjoy that delicious margarita you'll no doubt order. Chips and Salsa are both fresh and tasty, 4.5/5
They usually have great Appetizer and Entree specials, and most times the Entree is a fish or seafood dish, which are always great...if they have the Red Snapper special, you won't be disappointed, I assure you. When opting for the regular menu, they have some of the best chicken breast enchiladas around (w Rojo sauce), utterly divine. Standard rice & beans are also flavorful and always fresh (I find a lot of mexican places rice/beans tend to be dry and/or flavorless).
My wife claims their Carne Asada is the best in town and i'm not even kidding when I tell you, that's all she's ever ordered in the prob twelve times we've dined here. Overall, the Entree's get a 5/5.
Let me not forget about the famed 'am bee ants' at Las Palmas; it's cozy, sexy and cool, and i believe most w/e's they have a guy strumming a smooth sounding Vihuela (Mexican guitar) that decidedly puts you in the right frame of mind for a good time, 5/5!
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The restaurant is smaller but they have a patio area that I fortunately got to eat in. It's nice during the spring/summer. The food and margaritas are very good. I had halibut and my husband had lamb. Both I would order again. I left full, satisfied, and happy. The main courses are little pricey, but this isn't your average taco, rice, and beans restaurant. I will definitely return to Las Palmas.
This place, I will defnintely return to. It might be the fact that I am a FREAK for mexican food, but this place is brilliant!
We walked in (a group of 4) on a Tuesday night around 8 and were seated right away in the back room. The art on the walls was really cool, the flamenco guitar player rocked \m/ (played the stones, gypsy kings, other traditional songs), and the service was spectacular. There was also a patio out back that looked pretty awesome for warm weather. (This being mid-march in chicago, it was closed.)
If you go, definitely get the tableside guacamole.. you won't be disapointed. For dinner I order Tacos, which were drizzled in mexican crema, oaxacan white cheese, chipotle jam and greens. Que delicioso.
Also, it must be noted that the Las Palmas margaritas were freaking goooooooooooooooooooooood.
Everyone at the table came hungry, and we all left happy, with full bellies and singing flamenco tunes. Do yourself a favor and go to this place.
This place get's an OK rating from mere. I'll admit that the food was tasty and the environment is pretty awesome. I love the paintings they have on the wall and the guitarista taht they have playing in the background. Probably a good place to bring a date. The main downfall is the price. For what your getting it's really worth the price your getting. You get this tiny portion of rice beans which is like a serving for a baby. Again the main courses are tasty but the prices are a bit high. Drinks are okay... tasty but some could use more alcohol in them.
We have been here 4 times and will unfortunately not be returning for the 5th. We came here for dinner during the holiday weekend and service was below acceptable. Our problems started when the waiter took our drink and appetizer order and did not return to take our dinner order until we are already finished with our appetizers. Our drinks were empty by this time as well. We ordered the guacamole which was very very salty and was not even plentiful to start off with. The presentation was poor as well with the majority of the guacamole shoved off to one side of the bowl. We finally received our main dish but the waiter had taken our silverware along with the appetizer dishes. We requested for new silverware and waited for over 5 minutes with our food getting cold. One of us finally got up to retrieve utensils. Our waiter never returned to see how things were doing and no apology was ever offered for any of the above mentioned issues. Impatient, we just got up and told the manager that we wanted to just pay for our food and go because service was terrible.
The only reason that this review is 2 stars instead of 1 star is because the mojitos were comped and the manager apologized. But our recommendation to her is that instead of waiting tables like she did, she should have made her rounds among the tables and directed the staff based on customer needs. Location is great but too bad we will not be returning.
I've been to Las Palmas more than 20 times since living in Chicago. It's near my hood and it's always consistent: good basic Mexican food, good margaritas, good service, good atmosphere.
I went last night and am happy to report that I still feel the same way. Plus, I had this dish (not sure what it was called) but it was this ridiculous cheese/scallion/cactus/shrimp concoction that arrived in a sizzling lava rock bowl with a bunch of tortillas. Uhhh....this thing was incredible. Sooo good and highly recommended for those looking to indulge. Although, if you have high cholesterol you may want to avoid.
Five thumbs up for Las Palmas.
One of my favorite Mexican restaurants in the city .Very nice modern decor ..love the frida kahlo pieces and the fireplace !! Atmosphere is very intimate and cozy .Food is awesome !! for starters try their fresh guacamole prepared tableside for dinner Try their Enchildas or molcajete ..its a sizzling lava stone with ur choice of meat ( steak )cheese and cactus . and rice and beans ....yum!!Drinks are always good too .
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Good atmosphere, food , and drinks. One of the better Mexican restaurants.
Arrived early before my GF and saddled up to the small bar. Lots of Tequila choices, but the beer was cold so I opted for the Dos Equis Lager. Can't go wrong.
Once my GF arrived we decided to sit in the back. Not as nice as the front, but still a good place to sit. It is actually a heated tent, but I didn't realize that till we were leaving.
We started with the guacamole. Made at the table similar to Zapatista, but ten times better. Good start. My GF went with the shrimp fajitas and I had the Pollo Oaxaca. She loved the fajitas and the pollo had a great flavor - moist through and through. What was great about this place is that the portions weren't huge. They were a perfect size so over eating was not possible. Had flan with a coconut ice-cream for desert and it was a perfect compliment to a good meal.
The service was great. Very attentive, but not annoyingly so. The only thing I would change would be where we sat. The front of the house is much nicer than the back. Next time.
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It's a little known fact that "Las Palmas" is Spanish for "shoehorn." And you'll feel like you need one to get into the booths and tables at this place, believe me. If you had %20 more room you'd consider it cozy.
The service is pretty good, the food is definitely much better than your typical mexican. But prepare to be asshole-to-elbow with your friends and nearby tables.
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After we were told there would be an hour wait at Kuma's, we decided to come here instead so my stomach would stop eating itself.
I love the atmosphere here. It's very cozy, but beware of the hostess stand/fireplace, especially if you have kids...it gets really hot. I accidentally brushed my hand up against it and pulled it away really fast because it was so hot.
I ordered the steak fajitas and my friend ordered the steamed vegetables and some kind of stuffed tamale which he seemed to enjoy. My food was really good and went well with my frozen strawberry margarita. I did wish the menu offered more food selections.
However, If you like a tequila you will love this place. They had a menu just for tequila.
I liked the guy playing the guitar and singing. Once and a while he would look over and give me a subtle nod and I would nod back. We had an unspoken connection. When my friend left for the bathroom, I thought about asking him to come over and serenade us when he got back to make my already awkward friend feel really uncomfortable, but decided against it. Next time, next time.
We also got a dessert that was chocolate ice cream, carmel CORNMEAL, and a mexican brownie. There were actually little pieces of corn in there. It was... interesting.
The service was prompt and friendly. Too bad my fajitas were $20 and my margarita was $12. Am I cheap or something? I guess so.
3 & 1/2 stars
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Las Palmas rocked my world last night.
Yes, it's a bit pricey.
Yes, it's dressed up Mexican.
Yes, the portions are smaller than the normal gargantuan portions that most restaurants serve (in other words, probably no leftovers).
But hot damn, it was good!
I started off with a margarita and shared a bowl of guacamole with my boyfriend. It was a bit on the mild side (we asked for medium spice), but it had such good flavor. I LOVE cilantro and it was packed with it. They actually make the guacamole at stations right in front of you, so if you don't like cilantro, they can tailor the order to your needs.
I ordered the shrimp fajitas and they were DELICIOUS! The shrimp was seasoned to perfection and it was served with black beans, chihuahua cheese, pico de gallo and sour cream. The shrimp was served with peppers, onions and scallions. MMMMM. So tasty. Everything had such fresh flavors - it was fantastic! My boyfriend had the pollo oaxaca and he enjoyed that quite a bit as well.
For desert we had flan de coco, which was a sweet, vanilla-like flan with coconut on the bottom, with coconut ice cream and was sitting in a a pool of eggnog and a coffee-like flavor. MMMM. Wow, so tasty.
This place is awesome. A little pricey, but so tasty. I would go back.
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The service at Las Palmas on an early Sunday evening was amazing. It was probably the best service I've had in a loooong time. Our waitress was helpful, suggestive, non-intrusive, friendly and efficient. I see from other reviews that this is a great trend and as a former restaurant manager, I applaud them. I *wish* some of my previous staff members worked this well.
What else can I say that's already been said?
Guacamole was killer. We got spicy and while it wasn't hot-hot-hot, it had just the right amount of seasoning y cilantro and my husband, a serious avocado hater loved it.
The enchiladas I got were not very impressive-- I was sad that they only had three toppings to choose from and I ended up with something that had tomato and garlic, but not much of the latter. My husband got a chicken dish that was amazing-- I feel bad I don't remember the name!
I was also really impressed with the artwork in the restaurant and bathroom, which had a mural on the ceiling. And the man singing and playing guitar that night was an added bonus. He played some popular Mexican pop songs and his voice and style was great. If I was ever having an event, I would seriously want him there. The music wasn't loud and we were able to carry on great conversation and listen at the same time.
We will definitely be back and I suggest you try it for a change of pace in Mexican dining, too.
We have been searching the city for a good Mexican restaurant since Angel's (in Andersonville) closed. Las Palmas is a pricey replacement since Angels was very inexpensive and tasty, but they definitely fit the bill of being a first choice for Mexican in Chicago. The wait-staff was very attentive, the menu selections included a wide variety and the margaritas were wonderful. The decor is very creative and the roaring fire was a welcome from the brutal Chicago winter.
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I pass Las Palmas frequently and finally got the opportunity to try it. Needless to say, I was less than impressed. Shocking because of all the glowing reviews on yelp.
The restaurant itself is small and cozy and would make a perfect date place. Great ambiance although I would refrain from sitting by the host stand/fireplace. We were seated right next to it and were hot throughout the course of meal.
Service was pleasant. We got help when needed and by no means was it obtrusive.
I thought the menu selection was fairly limited. My party of three initially all wanted the same entree (which was highly recommended by the server); however upon receiving it (two of us ordered it) we both had the same expression. Wow, is this sweet. I forget the exact name of the dish but it was one of the two beef entrees. Yes we knew there was some fruit in it but I've never had a fillet so sweet that asking for some sort of spice to try and alter the taste a bit was of no help. It wasn't bad, but definitely not something I would try again.
Overall, I think with the limited selection and the somewhat expensive entree price will deter me from returning. Most entrees bordered $20 and I didn't feel that the taste justified the cost.
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Pleasant service, nice atmosphere, above average food, even for "polished up" pseudo Mexican.
I thought the food was priced a bit high for what it was.
I'd go back for the booze and sitting around. Food--I could take it or leave it.
One of my favorite upscale spots to take people who can afford to take me, Las Palmas is passably normal from North, but has that great mural on the side, and sometimes the live music is loud enough to pull you in from outside. The enchiladas are wonderful.
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The unique thing about Las Palmas is that it stomps on the average Mexican restaurant by whipping out a fancy pants card. Definitely some power behind its punch, Las Palmas did not disappoint with flavor or quality of food. However, quantity and value are not two words that come to mind when I reflect on my experience. . .
I came with a large party of fourteen for a birthday celebration. When we arrived, the table was ready (plus) and they also let the early birds sit without having to wait for the entire party (double plus). Before I took a seat at the table, I had a margarita or two at the bar. They were tasty, but not the best. And with a pre-dinner bar bill of $26 (for one watered-down glass of sangria and two small house margaritas on the rocks) I sniffed a rip-off. . .
We started with multiple orders of guacamole- I found it to be great with just the right amount of spice. Our table also ordered pitchers of frozen strawberry margaritas. This is not MY first adult beverage choice and they were a little more "daiquiri" than "margarita." And for the love of PETE, how are they $30 a pitcher??? Nothing tastes THAT good.
For eats, I went with the skirt steak which was VERY tasty and lean. However, it didn't come with a lot of sides (mushy plantains and a few potatoes) and I was able to eat up the whole steak even after baskets and baskets of chips. I think next time I will try that erupting-volcano -fajita thing because it was definitely a popular choice with our group.
Overall - great service and tasty Mexican food with an upscale feel (man, did that just sound like I was on Check Please! or what?). The prices are a little steep for what you get and if you go with a group, expect on shelling out a serious chunk-o-change.
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Oh the memories I have from many nights at Las Palmas.
This was the gathering spot for girls night for their margaritas... even in the winter! The atmosphere is warm and inviting and the people who work here are fantastic!
I've had dinner here many times as well The food is authentic and fresh and comes out hot ;) The chips and salsa are addictive... and if you end up dipping into the spicy salsa, it's the kind that is so spicy that you can't stop eating it. I have not had the tableside guacamole, but heard it was wonderful.
I can't drink margaritas now because i overdid them in the past, but there are always mojitos...
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Very very good upscale Mexican cuisine. Nice atmosphere and warm and inviting that would be perfect for a date or dinner with a bunch of friends.
The salsa has a nice subtle exotic pepper accent and the chips come up warm and not too salty.
The presentation of everything is done with art and care. The ceviche is excellent with thin slices of avocado that gives a nice textural and flavorful accent to it. The guac is made fresh at your table and it was excellent.
One of my favorite soups in Chicago is their Caldo Tlalpeno, which itself is a filling and delicious meal. It is a chicken based soup, cilantro veggies, with avocado and tortilla strips. I love having this with chips and salsa on a cold night and theres a nice fireplace there that adds to the warm ambiance.
For vegetarians, you will be hard pressed to find a more a elegant and mouth watering entree than the Hierba buena which is a veggie yucca tamale with an awesome tomatillo salsa, some other delicacies like a potato thing and a salad ..wow...presented like a contemporary art composition but tastier for sure!
The other main courses are wonderful too, like the lamb chop, crab stuffed mahi mahi and definitely the pinapple and tequila soaked skirt steak......mmmm. There's also enchilada, fajitas and other mexican items served with flair and flavor. I've never had a bad meal here.
The bad thing about raving about how great it is, is that now you'll all go and I won't get a table.
So forget what I just said above. This place is not good...you won't like it...try Taco Bell instead........
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My favorite Mexican restaurant in Chicago. Anyone who says Frontera is the best simply hasn't eaten here yet. Fresh guacomole, yummy margaritas, this place has it all. Their oxaca pollo is my favorite thing. Tastes mild at first and then the spice sneaks up and hits you on the back of the head. They take reservations which is a plus. During the warmer months you can sit outside on the patio. The decor is fun and even in the cold winter months you can sit in the greenhouse area which is lovely -- kind of like being outside without freezing your a** off (or sweating it off during the summer).
Just alright. Id LOVE for someone to share with me a good Mexican restaurant because I cant find one. It was not very flavorful and just nothing special.
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You would have thought I hadn't eaten for days. Everything was so incredibly, mouthwateringly delicious. I decided, while waiting to get a tattoo down the street, that I'd better do it on a full stomach. Thankfully Las Palmas was nearby. The guacamole is the best I have ever had, I'm certain. Just the right amount of lime juice. And the mole on the enchiladas is spicy and sweet and made me want to lick the plate.
It's a bit expensive--especially for Mexican food--but well worth it.
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I dined here on Sat. night with my parents. We had a 7.30 reservation, the place didn't appear too busy...there were a couple of open tables when we got there. This is some of the best and speediest service I have had, in a very long time. Our server was excellent, the food came almost too fast, we hardly had a chance to enjoy a margarita and finish our appetizer. The margarita's were great, we ordered a pitcher (seems to be the way to go)...and the guacamole was incredible, some of the best I've had. I got the chicken fajitas which were good, good flavors. My mother had chicken and my dad the skirt steak, they both enjoyed but commented that it had too much spice...I thought just a little kick. I will come back here, it looks like it would be a great time in the summer, on the back patio.
This place is crowded. I suggest going very early - right when they open - or making reservations.
The service was very slow, even though we came almost right after they opened for dinner. We ordered the guacamole which is freshly made right at your table. I got the chicken salad and my husband got the chicken enchiladas with mole. Everything was good, but I think I was expecting more given the prices and descriptions on the menu.
The iced tea that I ordered was cloudy and strange-tasting, too. I mentioned this but they said that it was a special kind of iced tea. Not appetizing. I ended up drinking most of my husband's coca-colas.
This place was expensive. To me, really good Mexican food is about simple ingredients prepared well. Typically, these ingredients do not cost an arm and a leg. We were so surprised by the high prices of the entrees, actually, that we decided to stick to appetizers and a couple beers.
We got the empenadas and the tamalitos, and both were very underwhelming. The tamalitos were mushy and bland; the empenadas weren't in the least bit firm, but more tasty than the tamalitos. It seemed like the ingredients would go together on paper, but once they hit my tongue...they just sort of fizzled. So close. I was disappointed.
The service, while attentive, was lacking. I realize we are in a Mexican restaurant, and it would make sense to assume that there may be a language barrier from time to time. But this man could not speak English to save his life. I can speak a little Spanish, so after a few mumblings from our server - who was trying, but just didn't have the knowledge - I told him it was ok to speak in Spanish.
I realize it's really the location that sinks this place. They don't offer good Mexican food at reasonable prices because it's Wicker Park. But because it's Wicker Park, all servers should have some command of English. An unfortunate location for a place that has potential.
EDIT: oh, God - I forgot to mention their margarita special they had on Dia de los Muertos - only the finest tequilas (apparently)...and $38!! Thirty-eight FREEAAAAKING dollars for a margarita?! This isn't Salud, folks! And WHY, if it's just a really good quality tequila that's driving the price of that thing, would you ever mix it? That's sippin' tequila at that price!
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Loved the margaritas and the empanadas but was very underwhelmed by the service and the entrees. It is a beautiful restaurant and they do have fun and original items on the menu but it would take some convincing to get me to try them again-they may have just been having an "off" night but this place is NOT cheap, so I'm more likely to stay away.
When you walk in you will notice lots of art on the walls done by local artists and most of it is for sale should you find a piece you love. It should be noted that the local artists are party animals, don't worry, I'll walk you through it.
So tons of local art on the walls but also in your ears. Musico, the guitar strumming gentlemen, will play requests or whatever is in his not-quite-a-full-deck head. Table side guacamole is a must, as is the house margarita (upgrade to a tequila of your choice, but you WILL feel this margarita).
My entree of choice is the molcajete, served in a lava mortar, it is a more authentic take on fajitas, featuring chihuahua cheese and grilled cactus (don't knock it til you try it, de-LISH). Even though I'm a certified greedy b****, this is enough to share and it really allows you to leave room for... more margaritas of course!
Summertime = tons of outdoor seating in the inviting back patio.
Wintertime = equally inviting fireplace to warm your feet and heart.
Once when i was there the local artists/ waiters took my girlfriend and I to a great house party in Pilsen, featuring live musicians, dancers and more art for sale. Full of tequila and the best guacamole in town we partied until the wee hours in the morning even though it was a school night. Like I said, party animals.
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First of all, tableside guacamole preparation is unbelievably wonderful. The salsa is great and the huevos rancheros are even better. Go there for brunch and you will love it.
Margaritas a plus and good enchiladas!!
The service leaves a bit to be desired, but its not that bad.
Overall, a wonderful dining experience! try it!!
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thanks to our shiny Chicago Public Radio membership card (what nerds) we've been hitting up some new places. We finally made it to Las Palmas & the food was great. You won't be limited to your standard Mexican fare. They've got an incredible selection of new, original dishes. I had trouble picking, so we'll be back to try new things.
I think Las Palmas loosely translates to "hard-sell on apps, drinks & desserts" because the hostess / waitress was oh-so dissappointed when we didn't save room for dessert. She actually said "Aww, really?" Listen little girl, just get me my check so I can give you my coupon & get out of here. I've got a wedding to pay for!
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Insanely good Mexican Food! Not your typical Mexican place...
The decor is warm, nothing special to speak of. But really, after you eat here you won't care!
The table Side Guacamole is a must and made to your liking. It was sooooo very incredibly awesome! I killed it pretty much on my own. The person I was with eats like mouse. thank god! I would definitely get two orders of the guacamole if "I" went with more than two people. But that's just me.... one for everyone else....one for me!
Since this was my first time here it was difficult to decide on what to eat, the menu has that many great sounding dishes to choose from. In the end I decided on the pomegranate infused Lamb Steak and garlic yucca fries and the person I was with Chose the Super tender Skirt steak stuffed with spinach and Chihuahua cheese on a bed of Grilled Veggies with this ridiculously good sauce. I forgot the name of the sauce but it was top notch! Both dishes were mind blowing good!!!! I eat Lamb all the time...Christmas, Easter, birthdays, weddings, graduation parties, pretty much at all family functions and holidays... I have to say that the lamb steak here was one of the best pieces of Lamb that I have ever had the privilege to eat! it was a privilege too! Amazing beyond words.
The deserts at first didn't seem to be anything special but we chose the fig infused Mexican style cheese cake and that was the final knock out blow. It sent my mind whirling into la la land. I was so unbelievable happy with my eating experience that I demanded to meet the chef!!! He came out of the kitchen, I just stood up, without saying a word, and hugged the man like a long lost brother, right there in front of the manager, waiters, and Bus Boys!
Before I Forget...... the Service was tremendous.. Christina our waitress was beyond attentive. It was slow and late so there wasn't much competition for us but that makes it even better in my book. She could have been siting in the back talking with fellow employees, (playing on her computer), etc... but, NO, she was sitting right there the whole time just wanting to make our dining experience the best it could be. I even asked her if she was part of the ownership because she represented the restaurant like she had a stake in it. I made sure to let the manager know that she was unbelievable!
To top everything off, They have a really great selection of tequila's... I love Tequila. Can't wait for summer to try this place out alfresco
I CAN'T WAIT TO TAKE EVERYONE I KNOW HERE!!!!!!
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Is this how rich Mexicans eat? If I were a rich Mexican, I would eat there. I'm not, but I still firmly endorse this place. It's basically mexican fusion, and the do a great job of it. I had this steak with gorgonzola that mixed mexican flavors with contemporary, and it made me grin from ear to ear. So good. I also had an El Rollito which is a skirt steak stuffed with spinach and chihuahua cheese, and that was also delectable.
Extensive tequila list, great artwork/atmosphere, and affordable with a $25 off cert from restaurant.com.
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I have an enchilada addiction, and las palmas satisfies my craving every time. My all time favorite meal is tableside guacamole, chips and salsa, the stewed chicken (or mushroom) enchiladas with verde sauce and a big ass margarita. I've also tried the fajitas (also yum, but not as exciting), and the Puerco Indigena which is a grilled pork tenderloin with mushrooms and chihuahua cheese (very yum, very exciting). Great outdoor back patio in the summer, sometimes with guitar player. Good for couples, small groups.
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Keep in mind first that Las Palmas is definitely not your typical hole in the wall Mexican joint. The food is expertly prepared and elegantly presented, in