Authentic, Handmade Cuisine From Mexico City Family Recipes
You won’t find store-bought, frozen, or pre-made food at our Mexican restaurant in downtown Chicago, IL. We make over 50 menu items by hand and to order, even our chips are handmade. The recipes we use have been passed down through our family for generations, originating from Mexico City.
We look forward to providing you with a scrumptious dining experience that will keep you coming back for more.
Authentic, Handmade Cuisine From Mexico City Family Recipes
You won’t find store-bought, frozen, or pre-made food at our Mexican restaurant in downtown Chicago, IL. We make over 50 menu items by hand and to order, even our chips are handmade. The recipes we use have been passed down through our family for generations, originating from Mexico City.
We look forward to providing you with a scrumptious dining experience that will keep you coming back for more.
Home of the Killer Margaritas!
If you haven’t tried our signature Killer Margaritas, you’re truly missing out on the best in Chicago. Cesar’s Mexican restaurant and margarita bar serves up secret concoctions of ultimate goodness that will thrill any palate in the downtown / Lakeview area.
We have about 20 killer flavors such as lime, mango, strawberry, and blue curacao, as well as seasonal flavors like chamoy, watermelon, and sour apple. Served on the rocks or frozen.
Order a flight of margaritas or just a single large margarita, or try the new Super Mega-Rita if you feel like sharing.
We encourage you to get creative. Try the raspberry blended with a sugar rim. Or maybe you’d prefer the guava on ice with chile salt. Whatever your mood, we’ve got a margarita to match it.
You don’t even have to come into our authentic Mexican restaurant anymore to enjoy our killer margaritas. Stay home and order margaritas to-go if you live in the downtown Lakeview area of Chicago.
A Family Owned Authentic Mexican Restaurant in Chicago, IL
Check out Cesar’s Mexican Restaurant near downtown in Lakeview for upcoming events and plan ahead, because seats will fill fast. Join us for an extraordinary time, killer drinks, and delectable Mexican food for fun events such as Cinco de Mayo and LGBTQ Pride Parade. Our celebrations and killer margaritas are great for any party or occasion. Our atmosphere consists of great aromas, multiple bars, spacious seating with several seating areas, and friendly staff.
Get authentic Mexican cuisine from Mexico City and killer margaritas at our local Chicago restaurant in Lakeview. Our family-owned Mexican restaurant serves up the best sweet and savory brunch downtown on the weekends, delicious dinners including Mexican favorites, and a light side menu with plenty of meatless options. Plus, amazing handmade desserts.
Need help planning a party? Cesar’s has GREAT options including family style or plated menus. Have another venue in mind or just want to have a fiesta at home, give Cesar’s Catering a bite with a taco and fajita bar, Antojito street food, Loncheras boxed lunches, and even combo platters.
Don’t forget killer margaritas sold by the gallon or renting a frozen margarita machine!
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2 Killer Specials Chicagoans Must Try During The Cold MonthsPechuga Empanizada Torta - Telera roll, crisp chicken breast, romaine, onion, avocado, Roma tomato, mayo & refried beans. Sandwiched together to make the perfect Mexican sandwich.Flautas Ahogadas - Three crispy-filled tortillas, with your choice of filling, splashed with our signature red and green salsa. Topped with sour cream and anejo cheese.View more specials, now available for delivery - https://ow.ly/WZYl50U9gXo#fallspecials #autumnspecials #chicagoweather #coldmonths #musttryfood
What People Are Saying
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This place knocked our socks off and we still haven’t been able to put them back on. We were originally seated at the bar, where it was quite crowded. And then Juan pulled us aside and asked if we’d like a table after seeing it was a bit tight. Juan introduced himself and took the time to talk to us, as well as brought out multiple margarita flavors for us to try. We got the elotes to start, followed by the fajitas and super burrito. Food was delicious and fresh. Service was immaculate. And Juan was amazing, no wonder he has been there 22 years! Highly recommend for casual Mexican.
Alyssa made our experience amazing! Food was good, service was great! Thanks for the great Friday night 😊
Alyssa was great! Margs were amazing and my sister and I had the best time!
The food and drinks were amazing. I had a peach margarita on the rocks
Excellent service and food!
Went here with a few friends on a Friday and were quickly sat. Ordered some steak tacos and of course, their margaritas were awesome! The star of the...
We celebrated our friends birthday here. Service was great. All stuff is bilingual. I treated as very good food was amazing. We'll definitely be back
Alyssa was amazing! She took care of us! Very attentive. She made sure our food and drinks were just as we ordered.
Alyssa was amazing!! Fun drinks with friends:)
Great restaurant with excellent service and of course KILLER margaritas! They come up with great seasonal margs that taste amazing!
Cesar's has massive margaritas and some really good Mexican food. We sat upstairs and they were very attentive and quick with bringing things out.
Alyssa is the best! Food is great but I usually gauge my favorite dining experience by the level of service! Her southern charm is welcoming and her margaritas are killer!
Been here twice.Ordered the Queso Barria both times as a main and it was great both times. Staff are friendly. Service can be slow at times.The...
Omg!!! Amazing food and drinks!!
Thank you, Alyssa !!
The food was fantastic! I had the spinach quesadillas and they were so good. I especially enjoyed the sopa de fideo which tasted exactly how my grandma...