# El Coronel

> Small, cozy Mexican restaurant with an extensive salsa bar featuring a variety of heat levels and unique sauces. Atmosphere feels authentic and very clean, with tortillas playing a central role in dishes. Offers rare Mexican dishes like huitlacoche quesadillas alongside classic tacos and burritos.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ElCoronel

- Address: 200 Butterfield Rd #184, North Aurora, Illinois, United States
- Phone: +16308926180
- Website: https://www.restaurantelcoronel.com/

## What it is good for

- Authentic — 10/10
- Food — 9.6/10
- Salsa — 9.5/10
- Mexican Food — 9/10
- Taco — 8.8/10
- Quesadilla — 8.3/10
- Burrito — 7.9/10
- Enchiladas — 7.5/10
- Carne Asada — 6.7/10

## What people say

- "I thought the salsa bar was awesome and amazing."
- "You have to try the huitlacoche quesadillas; I haven't seen them anywhere else."
- "The atmosphere here is so authentic, you should totally try it."

## Good to know

- El Coronel offers a variety of authentic Mexican dishes not commonly found in the U.S.
- The restaurant features an extensive salsa bar with various heat levels.
- Prices are reasonable compared to other local dining options.
- The environment is very clean and well-maintained.
- Chips, salsa, silverware, and water are provided upon arrival.

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reviewers say, with the statements behind every score.

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Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.
