La Principal
539 Reviews
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- ThursdayClosed
- FridayClosed
- Saturday11 AM–3 PM
- Sunday11 AM–3 PM
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- WednesdayClosed
About the Business
La Principal Evanston, IL | Mexican Street Food | Pickup and Delivery | La Principal is Southeast Evanston’s go-to Mexican restaurant, featuring delicious tacos on handmade tortillas, amazing margaritas, awesome craft beers, killer elote and weekend brunch. Don’t forget to check out Cafecito - our morning walk-up coffee window.
Contacts
Call Us
+12243072444
700 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, United States
Hours
- ThursdayClosed
- FridayClosed
- Saturday11 AM–3 PM
- Sunday11 AM–3 PM
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- WednesdayClosed
Features
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Wi-Fi
- Transgender safe space
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom
- Happy hour food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Good for kids
- Washroom
- Casual
- Cozy
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Fast service
- Vegan options
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Brunch
- Bar on-site
- High chairs
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Kids' menu
- Gender-neutral washroom
- Solo dining
- Comfort food
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Trendy
- Happy hour drinks
- University students
Recommended Reviews
Jon Shay
21.10.2023
La Principal
This is a great upgrade on the previous Mexican restaurant, whose name escapes me at the moment. The menu is adventurous and diverse without trying too hard and prices are modest (most of the tacos are available for $4.00). I grew up on street cart eloteras, and a lot of the offerings resurrect that same feeling if at somewhat higher prices. It's different from the standard Mexican restaurant while still feeling accessible - a family favorite is the carnitas taco ($3.00), which has braised pork, corn, poblano and pineapple relish and Cotija cheese. They have very good vegetarian options that go beyond the standard refried beans smothered with cheese. My favorite is the sweet potato taco (sweet potatoes, red mole, pickled red cabbage, pepitas and cotija taco) for $4.00.This is a great spot and one you should certainly hit ASAP.
Jose Cervantes
12.10.2023
La Principal
Possibly the best pozole soup I've tried since my mom's. Tacos were great too! Prompt and friendly service.
Rachel Caruso
30.09.2023
La Principal
The best Mexican food I’ve had ever! Seriously. I’ve tried lots and lots and lots of Mexican restaurants and this one tops them all. They have unique flavors, homemade tortillas and amazing rice and beans. They accommodate very picky children, too!
Helen Bengtson
31.08.2023
La Principal
I have been to La Principal many times, and I have always had a positive experience. The guacamole is fresh ans flavorful, and the chips are crunchy and not greasy. I have never had a taco that I didn't like here, and would highly recommend trying all of the options. The tortas are especially delicious, as they are served on Hewn artidan bread.
Andrea Celleri
14.08.2023
La Principal
Get those tacos and flan ! They have some unique style tacos including cow tongue which was well seasoned and prepared. Apart from the tacos, their elote (prepared corn) was delicious as an appetizer. You can also finish off your meal with their pumpkin flan which was silky and uniquely buttery, covered in salted pumpkin seeds and Carmel.
Stephanie :)
14.08.2023
La Principal
Everytime I try to eat here I walk out because of the noise level. I really hope the owners see the other reviews mentioning how loud it is and notice the servers leaning in to speak to the customers right in their ear so they can hear them. Please do a litte redesign for noise cancellation.. If you fix your space this really would be great. I really want to dine in.. The menu looks awesome.
Courtney Smith
06.08.2023
La Principal
Yummy vegan tacos!Came for an early dinner while waiting for the metra, super convenient since it’s just across the street. The waitress was really nice and my friend and I enjoyed our meal.
Lasheria Murphy
06.08.2023
La Principal
This was a great birthday treat! My Dear friend brought me to her favorite taco place in Evanston and my can i say i was impressed! The flavors were mind blowing and the service was impeccable! I can't wait to return to try everything on the menu!
Ben
23.07.2023
La Principal
The cocktails are amazing! The food was sooo good. We don't have a single negative thing to say. Service was quick too. Keep up the good work!
Michael Diaz
20.07.2023
La Principal
Love this restaurant! Small dining room with very impressive bar selection. Love the elotes and short rib tacos. Home made pork rinds here, too. Quaint neighborhood location. Recommended!
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700 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, United States
La Principal