FONDA Cantina

4.7 (147)

$30 and under

Mexican

1735 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201-3704

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for groups

Fonda is a time machine capable of taking you back. Back to the stovetops of our chef’s grandmothers. Back to the essence of joy one feels when a plate is laid before them by a person who cares.

We have two experiences to take you from our past to the present. Fonda, which is a more traditional approach to dining, and the Cantina, which celebrates our cocktail program, and allows our guests to enjoy a meal a little more quickly. Both distinctly rooted in our goal: to provide authentic and thought-provoking cuisine.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(224) 714-2866
Website
https://www.eatatfonda.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1735 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201-3704
Neighborhood
Evanston
Cross street
Clark St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 147 people are saying

FONDA Cantina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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147 Reviews

JA
JanineA
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were both exceptional. They made a beautiful chocolate cake to celebrate my son’s graduation. I would highly recommend Fonda Cantina. It is a wonderful authentic Mexican restaurant. We all loved it. Thank you!
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DeniseK
Chicago / Illinois21 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was so delicious as always. We love Fonda. The tacos are the best I’ve ever had anywhere.
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JasonS VIP
Los Angeles14 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner last night. Service was great and the food was delicious! Salmon was exceptional!!
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JoyceC VIP
San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a dinner party for 16 in the private room. It was a great success. Everyone ordered whatever they wanted. I had several appetizers pre-ordered to accompany individual drinks. The waitstaff worked smoothly… so Pleasant.
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Keytickler
Belgium25 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious. Service was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Room is pleasant. There was live music that evening. I will return.
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rgl201 VIP
Chicago / Illinois20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food ( and the tequila) were fantastic. This was a very special meal. The mollets were delicious as a passed appetizer. We knew of cochinita and even pollo pibil but never halibut, and had never trued mole blanco. Bravo!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois6 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was fabulous, but the dinner was interrupted by a tequila salesman promoting the five excellent tequilas included in the dinner.
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anon
New York City53 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
They worked with us a group and we had a nice quiet setup in the back. The drinks and food were delicious and the service was top notch. I really appreciated all theyd id for us.
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RPM1 VIP
Chicago / Illinois82 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fonda is a wonderful restaurant! From Coco's smiling face at the podium to the authentic and tasty food and attentive service, Fonda delivers all the way around. The drinks are generously prepared and pair perfectly with the fresh and best-ever guacamole and chips. Our table had a range of entrees from carne asada to the torta burger and salmon. All were thoughtfully prepared and delicious, with just the right amount of seasoning. Oh, and the space itself is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. I highly recommend Fonda, whether you live on the North Shore or want to escape the city for something fresh and delicious. This is a unique experience. Don't miss it.
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ChantellJ VIP
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent addition to Evanston. Creative dishes that were absolutely delicious. And attentive personable service.
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FAQs

FONDA Cantina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (224) 714-2866.

FONDA Cantina is rated 4.7 stars by 147 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

1735 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201-3704

Additional information

Cross street
Clark St.
Neighborhood
Evanston
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Traditional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.eatatfonda.com/
Phone number
(224) 714-2866

FONDA Cantina

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