Antigua Mexican Restaurant – The Best Mexican Restaurant in Northern Illinois

Antigua Mexican Grill

Experience the Heart of Mexico at Antigua Mexican Grill

Welcome to Antigua Mexican Grill, where every meal is a fiesta and every visit feels like a warm embrace from an old friend. With locations in Algonquin, Crystal Lake, and Woodstock, Illinois, we bring the vibrant spirit of Mexico to your neighborhood, serving up authentic flavors and heartfelt hospitality.

At Antigua Mexican Grill, we pride ourselves on creating an unforgettable dining experience inspired by the rich traditions of Zacatecas, Mexico. Our hacienda-themed restaurants are adorned with festive colors and charming décor that transport you straight to the heart of Mexico, embodying the warmth and welcoming ambiance of a traditional Mexican home.

Our menu features time-honored recipes crafted from the freshest ingredients, ensuring that every dish bursts with genuine Mexican flavor. From our tantalizing tacos to our savory enchiladas, each bite tells a story of culinary heritage and passion.

Whether you’re joining us for a family celebration, a casual lunch with friends, or a cozy dinner for two, Antigua Mexican Grill is here to make every occasion special. Come savor the vibrant tastes, enjoy the lively atmosphere, and experience the true essence of Mexican hospitality.

Join us at one of our locations and let us share a little piece of Zacatecas with you. ¡Bienvenidos a Antigua Mexican Grill!

Popular Menu Items

Alambre

Delight in our charbroiled skirt steak strips, perfectly seasoned and served with crispy chopped bacon, vibrant bell peppers, tender onions, melted cheese, flavorful chorizo, and savory ham. Accompanied by rice, beans, grilled onions, zesty jalapeños, and warm tortillas.
Langostinos

Nayarit-style pan-seared prawns that are expertly cooked to perfection. These succulent shrimp are seasoned with traditional flavors, offering a delicious and savory taste of coastal cuisine.
Tacos a la Carte
Explore our à la carte taco selection, featuring:
- Ribeye: Tender, grilled ribeye steak.
- Shrimp: Succulent shrimp, grilled to perfection.
- Steak: Flavorful, seasoned steak.
- Grilled Chicken: Juicy chicken, grilled and seasoned.
- In-House Made Chorizo: Spicy, savory chorizo made fresh daily.
- Carnitas: Slow-cooked, tender pork.
- Pastor: Adobo-marinated pork with a hint of spice.
- Ground Beef: Classic, seasoned ground beef.
- Baja (Fried Cod Fish): Crispy, golden fried cod with a touch of Baja flair.
- Cochinita Pibil: Yucatán-style pulled pork, slow-cooked to perfection.
- Jefe (Charbroiled Skirt Steak): Charbroiled skirt steak with robust flavor.
Mix and match to create your perfect taco feast!
Coctel de Camarón

Shrimp cocktail.
Mar y Tierra

Savor our charbroiled skirt steak, smothered in rich ranchero sauce and topped with creamy guacamole and succulent grilled shrimp. Accompanied by rice, beans, grilled onions, zesty jalapeños, and warm tortillas.
El Valle

A special beer-marinated charbroiled skirt steak, seasoned to perfection and served with a flavorful chile relleno. Accompanied by fresh guacamole, fluffy rice, savory beans, grilled onions, zesty jalapeños, and warm tortillas.