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Estrella Negra
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Bucktown, Chicago
"el Apache Huevos Rancheros with the warm mango"(3 Tips)
"Try the Taffy Apple Empanada - Delicious!"(7 Tips)
"$10 traditional spicy pork tamales"(5 Tips)"mango salsa chicken enchilada & buritto"(5 Tips)
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ISC ChicagoOctober 15, 2016Potato wedges are a great choice for these carne asada fries, possessing the structural integrity to stand easily with the beef, refried beans, and other toppings. Great drunk food!
- ISC ChicagoOctober 15, 2016Some of the best wings we've ever had: cooked perfectly, sweet but not too sweet, perfectly sauced
Dulce A.November 25, 2015You can't go wrong with trying a bit of everything. All time fav: mango chicken enchiladas. Also love the Bandera sampler. Dope art and music but definitely reserve a spot on the weekends.- Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014All entrees come with your choice of one equally appetizing starter: pozole (spicy chicken soup), bean dip, seasoned fries, sweet potato fries or goat cheese salad Read more
MikeDecember 7, 2017Pozole was on point. Their spicy salsa is also delicious - a twist on classic pico de gallo. Unfortunately, the tamales and enchiladas were both underwhelming. Also this place is not BYOB anymore.- Carl LeeMarch 10, 2013Try the Taffy Apple Empanada - Delicious! Best eaten warm, right when it's brought out. Just the right amount of Apple, super sweet ice cream!
- Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014The $10 traditional spicy pork tamales are hot, fresh and slathered with salsa verde, Muenster cheese, chives, tomatoes and sour cream. Read more
- ISC ChicagoOctober 15, 2016Order the green tea horchata with the el Diabolito shrimp. The burn of the shrimp is brutal, but that tasty rice milk helps.
Erin GreenNovember 22, 2016All of the empanadas were delicious and the service was great, definitely try the mango martini.- ISC ChicagoOctober 15, 2016Creative dishes with flavor combinations that blend together perfectly! Really excellent service!
- Carl LeeSeptember 9, 2012Try the Pozole - Super tasty, just the right touch of spice for a kick. Some added salt, but I think it was the right blend.
- Carl LeeMarch 10, 2013Try the El Apache Burrito - Really do love this combination of food, marinated steak, and that verde sauce!!
jonas mNovember 9, 2014Guacamole has pomegranate on it! Arbol sauce is good enough to eat with a spoon - holy móle!- Carl LeeMarch 10, 2013Try the Pozole - Almost always order this as a side, add a little lime (for me), perfect!
- Carl LeeSeptember 9, 2012Try the La Garza Fries - Fries were super crispy, wonder combination of flavors! Definitely order again!
- Carl LeeSeptember 9, 2012Try the Taffy Apple Empanada - Absolutely delicious again, I'll keep ordering this every time I'm here!
Joanna KalinowskaAugust 10, 2014Sweet potato fries and holly quacamole appetizers are both delicious.- Angela VaughnMarch 11, 2012Eat the Spicy chicken tortilla soup, mango gaucamole, 3 sample tamales (pork, corn, spinach), mango salsa chicken enchilada & buritto
Matt DimmerJuly 10, 2011Goat cheese quesadilla, cevice, empanadas, enchiladas. Get one of everything. Amazing and affordable.
- Carl LeeSeptember 9, 2012Try the El Apache Burrito - Steak was pretty incredible, stuff filled in a fresh spinach wrap.
Yovana RosalesFebruary 15, 2012Great food, great ambiance, and great staff who is always ready to give a friendly hug...I received two!
Come here every third Thursday @ 7pm for Black Star Comedy
La chalupa is my favorite dish but its all Yummy- "Love the el Apache Huevos Rancheros with the warm mango salsa... Yum! La Corona Burger is plentiful and tasty."
Caitlin C.December 13, 2011Empanadas are amazing! But keep in mind if that's what you're ordering they are very small.
Try the Guacamole - Holy Special star powered Guacamole
There's usually a wait so make a reservation! (We don't mind waiting though. Place has a great vibe.)
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BYOB
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Tue–Thu
- 11:00 AM–9:30 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(773) 227-5993
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails, BYO
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