El Xangarrito Mex Restaurant | Our Story
The tiny shop in Lincoln Square
El Xangarrito means "tiny shop" — and that's exactly what you'll find on a quiet stretch of Lincoln Square. Small room, big heart, and food that keeps people coming back.
A name with no pretension
The signage is modest, the storefront small — El Xangarrito never needed to shout. It lets the food do the talking.
Chef Noe's kitchen
Chef Noe's commitment to quality shows in every plate. The mole — deeply flavored and generously portioned — is what regulars come back for.
A neighborhood secret goes wide
A 4.9-star reputation across nearly 500 reviews and recognition from Chicago food press — earned quietly, the same way the restaurant operates.
Ten tables, fairy lights, your own bottle
BYOB, about ten tables, and a staff that remembers your name. Come once and you'll understand why regulars treat it like a second home.