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Name: Al Chulo
Address: 1400 S Neltnor Blvd, West Chicago, IL, United States, 60185
Telephone: (630) 520-0615
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

Al Chulo

4.7 (38)

$30 and under

Mexican

1400 S Neltnor Blvd, West Chicago, IL 60185

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Innovative
Great for creative cocktails
Romantic

Latin fusion in West Chicago.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin / Spanish
Hours of operation
Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 9:00pm Friday & Saturday: 11:00am - 10:00pm
Phone number
(630) 520-0615
Website
http://alchulo.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1400 S Neltnor Blvd, West Chicago, IL 60185
Neighborhood
West Chicago
Parking details
Private Lot

Al Verdulero$7.00
Baby arugula / roasted corn / red onions / bell peppers / tomatoes / tortilla strips / cream cheese
Al Poblanito$7.00
Creamy roasted poblano peppers / queso chihuahua / sour cream / micro cilantro
Ala Sandia$7.00
Watermelon / Mint / Organic Arugula / Altiro Vinaigrette / 18 yr old Balsamic reduction / Feta Cheese

Al Derretido (Queso Fundido)

Al Hongo$9.00
Roasted portabella mushrooms / onions / chile de abol / garlic / sour cream / roasted morita salsa
Al Rajon$9.00
Roasted poblano peppers / onions / queso chihuahua / sour cream
Al Chori - Queso$9.00
Home made Mexican chorizo / queso chihuahua / sour cream / roasted morita salsa

Vitamina "T"

(Tostadas / Tortas / Tacos) Al Tostado 3 per order

Al Ceviche$10.00
Tilapia marinated in fresh lime / red onions / tomatoes / avocado / petit cilantro
Al Tingo$10.00
Shredded chicken / chipotle-tomato sauce / iceberg lettuce / sour cream / cream cheese / chipotle beans puree

Al Margarito (Margaritas)

Al Banderazo
Lime / tequila / sangria. Ask your server for tequila selection
Al Pepin$10.00
Fresh muddled cucumber / fresh lime / fresh O.J./ 100% blue agave tequila / organic agave nectar
Al Jamicon$10.00
Home made hibiscus infuse / Fresh lime / fresh O.J./ 100% blue agave tequila / organic agave nectar
Al Mojito$10.00
Fresh muddled mint / fresh lime / Rum / brown sugar / TopoChico mineral water
Al Original$10.00
Fresh muddled lime / fresh O.J. / 100% blue agave tequila / Organic agave nectar
Al Palomo$10.00
Fresh muddled grapefruit / fresh lime / reposado tequila / Jarrito Soda / organic agave nectar
Al Apasionado$10.00
Fresh passion fruit / lime / 100% blue agave tequila / fresh O.J. / organic agave nectar
Ala Sangria$10.00
Homemade red Sangria / Fresh Fruit
Al Freson$10.00
Fresh muddled strawberries / fresh lime / fresh O.J. / 100% blue agave tequila / organic agave nectar
Ala Pina$11.00
Fresh muddled pineapple, fresh lemon, Tequila reposado, pineapple-chipotle ice cube
Al Aguacatero$10.00
Fresh avocado puree / fresh lime / fresh O.J. / tequila reposado / organic agave nectar

Main

Al Guacamole$9.00
Fresh avocado / fresh lime / cilantro / tomato / red onions / serrano peppers
Al Arroz Verde$7.00
Creamy Corn / poblano rice / epazote / sour cream / queso chihuahua
Al Charro$7.00
Pinto beans / Mexican sausage / pork / bacon / serrano pepper / onions / cream cheese
Al Esquite$7.00
Roasted corn / serrano peppers / onions / epazote / queso cotija / tajin / chicken broth / mayonnaise

Al Picoso (Salsas)

Al Crudo (Raw Salsa)
Al Morita (Smoky Mild Salsa)
Al Jalapeno (Smoky Hot Salsa)
Al Habanero (Extremely Spicy Salsa)

Al Taco

4 per order

Al Chulo$11.00
Skirt steak / ham / bacon / bell peppers / red onions / queso chihuahua / grilled pina / salsa Cruda
Al Fritangas$11.00
Beer battered Negra Modelo tilapia / cilantro slaw / chipotle aioli / slice avocado
Al Poblano$10.00
Pan seared lemon herb chicken / poblano creamy sauce / pomegranate seeds
Al Fundido$11.00
Sauteed garlic shrimp / queso / chihuahua / escabeche red onions / cilantro-lime oil
Al Pastor$10.00
Chile ancho-chile guajillo marinated pork tender loin / micro cilantro / escabeche onions / grilled pina / roasted Morita salsa
Al Camaleon$11.00
Sauteed shrimp / bacon / scallions / roasted garlic / sliced avocado / mayonnaise
Al Empanizado$10.00
Pan fried milanesa sirloin / roasted creamy poblano peppers / pomegranate seeds / micro cilantro / serrano oil
Al Cochino$10.00
Shredded pork shoulder / achiote / escabeche onions / micro cilantro / salsa Cruda

Al Sope (Fresh Corn Masa)

3 per order

Al Ranchero$10.00
Crispy corn masa / chipotle beans puree / skirt steak / radishes - pico de gallo / cream cheese / sour cream / roasted jalapeno salsa
Al Nopal$10.00
Fresh grilled cactus / radishes - pico de gallo / cream cheese / roasted jalapeno salsa
Al Campechano$11.00
Crispy corn masa / chipotle beans puree / skirt steak / home made chorizo / sour cream / cream cheese / Al Crudo salsa

Al Cemito (Mexican Sandwich)

Al Pueblito$10.00
Grilled pork tender loin / queso oaxaca / beans / pina / chipotle paste
Al Milanesa$10.00
Pan fried milanesa sirloin / queso oaxaca / beans / avocado / tomatoes / lettuce / chipotle paste
Al Revolcado$9.00
Scrambled eggs / avocado / tomato / onions/ queso chihuahua / chipotle paste
Al Famoso$10.00
Pan fried milanesa sirloin / ham / salchicha sunny side up eggs / queso oaxaca / beans / chipotle paste

What 38 people are saying

Al Chulo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

38 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Southwest Florida3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 21, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Al Chulo is my all-time favorite restaurant. The margaritas are exceptional and the food ... oh the food!!! Always fantastic! So fresh and flavorful. Some may complain about the size of the tacos. I’m more about the flavors they pack into those things. Creamy or smooth salsas made from fresh peppers (you never know what the heat will be like on any given day because..nature!), the freshest most perfect guacamole, and all the tacos are wonderful but we are crazy about the shrimp ones. The Al Camaleon (I think that’s the way it’s spelled but you get the gist) is our absolute #1 favorite. Try it. Take your time. It’s all amazing.
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agsom VIP
Chicago / Illinois33 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 6, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A great place. Always past by it and finally made it in. Won’t pass by again
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TheresaM
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
4.0
Dined on September 6, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We will be back. Tapas was fun to share. Margaritas we very yummy. Recommendations from staff spot on.
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PcPat VIP
Chicago / Illinois251 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 1, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came here to celebrate a milestone birthday. The restaurant and its staff were very accommodating and made our event memorable. We started with some great specialty drinks, and an order of guacamole and chips and salsa and chips-love the 4 varieties of salsa! Then a tortas dish, 2 taco dishes and a salad, were even willing to add chicken to the salad. Finished off with a chocolate and banana birthday dessert-everything was wonderful. Thanks for making our evening special!
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ToddClan
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 10, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Al Chulo is a favorite of ours. It's #1 on the list of restaurants we introduce our friends to, and it's at least as good as Bien Trucha and Toda Madre (and better, in my opinion). The staff is friendly and accommodating. The Al Arroz Verde was a huge hit, and the fish tacos are the best around.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 20, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our second time here. Food was incredible, service spot on. And the drinks delicious. Only down side was AC wasn't keeping up with the 100 heat index outside. Will definently be back!
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BobR
Chicago / Illinois22 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 13, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
This is a Latin Fusion restaurant; the food and drinks are unique and different from any other Latin Food restaurant. The people are friendly and engaging. It's a treat to dine here.
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DinaC
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 9, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is the best upscale mexican food I have ever had. They also have fabulous drinks. I had the sangria and my friend had the original margarita.
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PappyHunter
Denver / Colorado10 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 2, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Plates were Tapas style. Had steak tacos and beer battered tilapia tacos. Fish tacos were my favorite with a sweet coleslaw on top and I slice of avocado. Steak had a flavorful melted cheese and sauce that tasted great as well. Took a little longer to get the food than expected but they provided what looked like home made chips and salsa as an appetizer. Salsa had excellent flavor and chips were nice and crispy. Even better that the food was the drinks. Mojito tasted great with generous pours and mint garnish. The second drink I missed the name of but was a mango and tequila drink that may become my all summer drink. Glass was dipped in a chili pepper type seasoning, drink had a sweet mango taste with a second level of smokey flavor and the rim added to the experience. I loved the place and highly recommend.
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Mike VIP
Chicago / Illinois11 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great food, probably best Mexican in the western suburbs. Consistent quality. Fresh drinks but a little on the pricey side. Service can be hit or miss.
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1400 S Neltnor Blvd, West Chicago, IL 60185

Additional information

Neighborhood
West Chicago
Hours of operation
Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 9:00pm Friday & Saturday: 11:00am - 10:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin / Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot

Website
http://alchulo.com/
Phone number
(630) 520-0615

Al Chulo

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Soups & Salads

Al Verdulero$7.00

Al Poblanito$7.00

Ala Sandia$7.00

Al Derretido (Queso Fundido)

Al Hongo$9.00

Al Rajon$9.00

Al Chori - Queso$9.00

Vitamina "T"

Al Ceviche$10.00

Al Tingo$10.00

Al Margarito (Margaritas)

Al Banderazo

Al Pepin$10.00

Al Jamicon$10.00

Al Mojito$10.00

Al Original$10.00

Al Palomo$10.00

Al Apasionado$10.00

Ala Sangria$10.00

Al Freson$10.00

Ala Pina$11.00

Al Aguacatero$10.00

Main

Al Guacamole$9.00

Al Arroz Verde$7.00

Al Charro$7.00

Al Esquite$7.00

Al Picoso (Salsas)

Al Crudo (Raw Salsa)

Al Morita (Smoky Mild Salsa)

Al Jalapeno (Smoky Hot Salsa)

Al Habanero (Extremely Spicy Salsa)

Al Taco

Al Chulo$11.00

Al Fritangas$11.00

Al Poblano$10.00

Al Fundido$11.00

Al Pastor$10.00

Al Camaleon$11.00

Al Empanizado$10.00

Al Cochino$10.00

Al Sope (Fresh Corn Masa)

Al Ranchero$10.00

Al Nopal$10.00

Al Campechano$11.00

Al Cemito (Mexican Sandwich)

Al Pueblito$10.00

Al Milanesa$10.00

Al Revolcado$9.00

Al Famoso$10.00

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