Nestled on Central Avenue in downtown Highland Park, Tamales Mexican Restaurant has been one of the North Shore's most celebrated dining destinations for over two decades. Our menu features authentic Mexican dishes prepared fresh daily, from sizzling fajitas and handcrafted street tacos to house-made tamales, enchiladas and rich, flavourful sauces passed down through family recipes.

We take pride in using quality ingredients in every dish. Our bar is stocked with top-shelf tequilas, craft margaritas and a full selection of Mexican beers and wines. The atmosphere at Tamales is relaxed, modern and genuinely welcoming, suited to date nights, family dinners, group celebrations and everything in between.

Located within walking distance of Ravinia Festival, the Highland Park Train Station and the Renaissance Theatre, we are a go-to dining destination for Highland Park residents and visitors alike. We also serve guests from neighbouring communities including Glencoe, Deerfield, Winnetka and across Lake County, IL.

Beyond dine-in service, Tamales Mexican Restaurant offers takeout, delivery, full-service catering for events of 20 or more, and private party venue hire for groups of all sizes. Our team is dedicated to making every visit and every event we cater one worth remembering.