Mexican restaurants

El Famous Burrito - Waukegan

4.3 1,366 reviews 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM 3210 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States

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El Famous Burrito is a Mexican restaurant located on Belvidere Road in Waukegan, Illinois. The menu features a wide range of traditional Mexican dishes, including burritos, tacos, tostadas, sopes, and tortas. Signature items include steak enchiladas with green sauce, carne asada tacos, and burritos filled with lengua (beef tongue), as well as chicken flautas and quesadillas. Many dishes come with classic sides like beans, rice, and jalapeno peppers. The restaurant offers affordable meal specials, such as a two-taco dinner with a small drink, burrito or torta with fries, and cheeseburger plates. The atmosphere is casual and straightforward, catering to guests seeking hearty, authentic Mexican flavors in a simple setting. El Famous Burrito stands out for its diverse menu choices, which include less commonly found items like chile relleno and torta de milanesa. It serves as a local option for those interested in a variety of Mexican staples served without frills or pretense, focusing on traditional recipes and accessible prices.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Drive-through
Takeout
Dine-in
Onsite services

Highlights

Fast service
Serves local specialty

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Quiet
Trendy

Crowd

College students
Family-friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safespace

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with El Famous Burrito - Waukegan before visiting.

Reviews for El Famous Burrito - Waukegan

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Review highlights

Based on 1,366 reviews

El Famous Burrito is widely recognized for its authentic Mexican flavors, generous portions, and consistently fresh ingredients. Customers appreciate the fast and efficient service, noting that meals are prepared quickly without sacrificing quality. The restaurant offers a welcoming atmosphere complemented by friendly staff, making it a popular choice for both casual dining and quick bites. Specialty items such as mole enchiladas and unique nachos receive particular praise, alongside traditional favorites like al pastor burritos and aguas frescas. However, one common limitation highlighted is the establishment’s cash-only payment policy, which requires patrons to plan accordingly. Overall, El Famous Burrito maintains a strong reputation for delivering satisfying, affordable Mexican comfort food with a reliable dining experience in Waukegan.

S castillo

Jun 07, 2025

I’ve never really had an issue with the place. The only problem is they don’t accept debit or credit so you have to make sure you have cash other than that the food is delicious.

M Maldonado

Jun 05, 2025

Great food and atmosphere, and friendly workers. Personally, I went with a al pastor burrito and an horchata, and the portion was enough to fill me. Keep in mind that refills are 1 for drink refills excluding fountain drinks.

Steve Wang

May 14, 2025

Hungry for Mexican? This place does not play. You order, They are ON it. Food is ready super fast. Their nachos are also very unique as cut tortilla loaded with the toppings on each piece.

Ryan Brandes

May 01, 2025

Mexican comfort food at great prices with lightning fast service. If everything wasn't fresh made you would think this was fast food. Yep. Got my meal before my mouth knew it was ready. This is a go to place for me and has been consistently good for as long as I know. Under 10 and now it is time for a nap. Just remember CASH ONLY

Tee Mo

Apr 12, 2025

Good place to come for your mole fix, if you like mole enchiladas. Nice queso de Oaxaca on top. They have a couple of aguas frescas, too.

Carl Tucker

Apr 02, 2025

Best tacos ever! Good people and good service and best tacos ever. Fair prices and they been around a long time!

Maria Mata

Mar 24, 2025

Ever since I got my dog, I’ve struggled when I get hungry while he’s with me in the car. Not every place has outdoor seating or a drive-thru, so this time I was specifically looking for a Mexican restaurant with a drive-thru— and I’m so glad I found this place! The food was delicious and generous. My favorite Mexican dishes are asada tacos and asada tostadas, but I’m usually picky about where I get them. This place did not disappoint. On top of that, the staff were amazing, they even gave my dog a treat! I’ll definitely be coming back.

AG Lopez

Mar 21, 2025

My only issue is this is a cash only establishment. I've passed by this area for years to and from northwest Indiana and it never appeared on my food radar until yesterday since I was at a pub minutes away for the Bear Game. This steak burrito is a serious over a lb. Don't let the pics fool you. I am not big on flour tortillas, but you can't get tortillas this big. This flour tortillas was lightly grilled so it's a sturdy for support. So worth every peso I paid for it.