Best Latin American Restaurants in Des Plaines

Great menu with excellent flavors! Can’t go wrong if you want a night out and something that’s different than the same old restaurants that are around. They gave a complementary soup to everybody at the table upon arrival that was delicious. Good selection of cocktails and nonalcoholic beer option. Would take anyone there.

A Memorable Birthday Celebration at Hacienda Calavera I recently celebrated my sister’s birthday at Hacienda Calavera, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The ambiance was vibrant yet cozy, with beautiful décor that added to the festive atmosphere. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly, setting the tone for a fantastic evening. The highlight of the night, aside from the delicious food, was the exceptional service—especially from our waiter, Jerry. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, offering great recommendations and ensuring our glasses were never empty. His friendly and attentive nature truly elevated our dining experience.

We had a great meal and great time at Maya. Staff was attentive and friendly. The braised-beef nachos and sweet corn and ricotta tamales were delicious. Oh, and those filled-to-the-brim margaritas!! Yum.

Food and drinks were great. Steak and frites was okay but other flavors and apps made up for it.