Restaurants, Mexican Restaurants, Southwestern Restaurants
Carry Out, Family-Friendly Dining, Happy Hour, Lunch Spot, Outdoor Dining
On The Border?s festive atmosphere and top-notch margarita selection make it the perfect place in Chicago for a fun night out with friends or a relaxed meal with the family. The food, ranging from traditional Mexican favorites to more inventive and lighter fare, is always fresh and affordable. The Create Your Own Combo is a budget-friendly highlight ? you can mix and match two of your classic favorites, served with rice and beans, for under seven bucks. It?s available lunch and dinner every single day. And their famous freshly-made, bottomless chips and salsa are always on the house. The servers are laid-back and friendly, just like the atmosphere. Their famous patio is always rockin? when the weather?s nice, and indoors, you?ll be treated to an eclectic mix of modern accents and lively music. A night at On The Border is always a casual, fun-filled affair with a kick of Mexican flavor.
On The Border Mexican Grill is a good place to relax with friends
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Brenda K.
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| Rank: 5,297
I eat quite a bit at on the boarder. The last time I went I had the chicken chimmi and it was alright. The service is not real consistant but this place is close and I like the Rita's. Menu is ok and the value is so so. Bring friends and all else will be great...
Posted 08/09/09 | Report Abuse
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Yuck! Food was absolutely terrible here the other night. My goodness. Who told these people they could cook. Their Mom would be embarrassed. Service was lousy too. This place is way too crowded, especially on a Tuesday night. Good grief!
Posted 03/26/09 | Report Abuse
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Yes, I'm hardcore when it comes to reviewing restaurants. On the Border was not much to my liking. The atmosphere was very noisy, take a megaphone to talk to your family while dining here. The bar and drinks were very good. They helped ease the pain some. The food tasted like it was microwaved. The prices are astronomical. Service was adequate, nothing special.
Posted 01/28/09 | Report Abuse
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I enjoy the food and the fast service every time I go. I especially liked the treatment that I got on my Birthday we had a blast!! Great Mexican Food!
Posted 05/31/05 | Report Abuse
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