El Nuevo Mexicano

El Nuevo Mexicano Authentic Mexican cuisine with offerings of fresh fish, vegan and vegetarian in traditional sauces. Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour and Weekend Brunch!
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Heated patio and touch free menus! El Nuevo Mexicano is Chicago’s spot to find a mix of delicious traditional and some new and creative Mexican dishes. We even offer some authentic options such as homemade Poblano Mole Enchiladas, Chipotle Carnitas, and Carne Sada en Salsa Molcajete. El Nuevo Mexicano is located in the Lakeview neighborhood, which makes for a great place to stop and grab some food

or a drink after a Cubs game or after seeing a show in the Belmont Theater District. Easily find a seat in our spacious outdoor patio, inside, or in our party room. We also offer Weekend Brunch and Happy Hour. Have a taste of Mexico with our fresh-squeezed lime margaritas, which goes great with any meal. We also offer a full bar complete with cold beer, great wine, and great mixed drink options. El Nuevo Mexicano serves up delicious Mexican dishes and has a little something for everyone all in a fun and casual atmosphere.

05/21/2026

Memorial Day weekend starts here ☀️

Join us for patio dining, happy hour, margaritas, and weekend brunch all weekend long at El Nuevo Mexicano in Lakeview East.

Headed to Belmont Sheffield Music Fest? Stop by before or after the festival — we’re just a few blocks away. 🎶🌮🍹

05/04/2026

Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow

We’ve just opened more reservations

A handful of tables (4–4:45 PM) remain

Reserve your table now

05/01/2026

Cinco weekend starts now 🎉

Join us for Happy Hour at noon today 🍹
We’re celebrating all weekend, with live mariachis on Tuesday.

Reserve your table or stop in — walk-ins always welcome.

04/30/2026

Cinco weekend starts Friday.

Kick off the weekend with lunch, cocktails, and Happy Hour from 12–3 PM.
Join us at noon and ease into it.

04/29/2026

Cinco de Mayo weekend is almost here 🎉

Join us May 1–5 for great energy, incredible food, and cocktails all weekend long.

✨ Bottomless mimosa brunch — just $30 for Cinco weekend
✨ Lunch starts at noon — perfect for you and your coworkers
✨ Tuesday, May 5 is the grand finale

Walk in, grab a table, and celebrate with us 🌮🍹








04/28/2026

Cinco de Mayo countdow n begins today.

May 1–5 is coming up — reserve your table.





04/28/2026

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03/13/2026

Join us Fridays at El Nuevo - happy hour 12-4pm. Full menu available, +$16 fish tacos all day.

03/03/2026

It’s Taco Tuesday.

Choose from 16 different taco varieties and pair them with our house margarita, featured tonight.

Sounds like dinner to us.

03/03/2026

Our March Wine Feature is here.

Four featured bottles — $20 each:
Merlot, Albariño, Rosé, and a French Malbec–Merlot blend.

Regularly $35–$40.
Available in March while supplies last.

Join us for dinner.

02/28/2026

Weekend brunch starts at noon.
Bottomless mimosas with our brunch menu — eggs & Mexican favorites.
Full menu available too.
Saturday & Sunday.









02/26/2026

Let’s make Friday plans.
$16 fish tacos all day, plus happy hour from noon to 3 PM.

If you don’t want to wait, Thursday happy hour is 4 to 6 PM. 🍹






02/25/2026

Midweek reset.

It’s the perfect time to call the group chat, check in, catch up, and order margaritas. Lunch or drinks — no rushing, just good company.

We’ll handle the rest.







Midday margaritas?Weekend brunch?After-work happy hour?Yes to all threeFriday Happy Hour 12–3 PMBottomless Weekend Brunc...
02/24/2026

Midday margaritas?
Weekend brunch?
After-work happy hour?

Yes to all three

Friday Happy Hour 12–3 PM
Bottomless Weekend Brunch 12–3 PM
Mon–Thurs Happy Hour 4–6 PM

We'll save you a seat.

02/02/2026

Meatless Monday dinner idea 🌱

Welcome drink, guacamole, vegan chiles rellenos, and warm sopapillas with vegan ice cream — all part of our three-course Chicago Restaurant Week menu.

Available through Sunday, February 8 at El Nuevo Mexicano.

02/01/2026

Sunday plans = handled 🥂
Bottomless mimosas at noon, brunch favorites, and the full menu available all day.

Grab your brunch crew and meet us at El Nuevo Mexicano.

Thank you for supporting your neighborhood restaurants — it truly means everything to us ❤️

01/29/2026

Chicago Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse for bottomless brunch. 🥂
Join us this weekend for mimosas, beautiful plates, and the kind of brunch that turns into a celebration.

And join us for dinner, too — our three-course Chicago Restaurant Week menu is available daily and includes a welcome drink.

Thank you for supporting your neighborhood restaurants. It truly means everything to local, family-owned places like ours.

Bottomless Brunch (weekends) | Jan 23 – Feb 8
Dinner (daily) | Three courses + welcome drink
Reservations recommended.










01/28/2026

Chicago winters call for something warm — and a little spicy.
Our Camarones Chipotle Agave, sizzling in cast iron, is pure comfort with a kick.
This dish is featured on our Chicago Restaurant Week dinner menu.
When it’s cold, we turn up the heat. Come get cozy with us. ❄️🔥

01/27/2026

Chicago may be freezing, but we’ll keep you warm.
We’re offering complimentary shots of our house-made tortilla soup through Thursday — just ask your server. ❄️🍲

Address

2914 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL
60657

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 9pm
Tuesday 4pm - 9pm
Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Telephone

+17735282131

Website

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