We are proud to be the first establishment in Chicago to specialize in carnitas (fried pork). Our family of more than 3 generations has been devoted to preserving flavor and quality to the dishes we serve. Come and enjoy the variety of delicious traditional home-style Mexican dishes we have to offer. We invite you to drop by and visit our establishments. Inquire on how Don Rafa can service your next catering event. With more than 40 years of experience you are guaranteed to be content. Don Rafa Restaurants offer excellent Mexican Food with exceptional customer service at a reasonable price.
Based on 523 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
2224 Plainfield Rd, Crest Hill, IL 60435
Phone: (815) 741-2222
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Hours
| Sunday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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9:30 AM–4 PM
Holiday hours
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| Tuesday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–7 PM |
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Reviews
J B
OMG… the flavor here is outstanding! I ordered the steak tacos dinner, and I was pleasantly surprised at the food quality and portions.. the tacos were so full you could have made 3 more! Workth the stop, and I would have no problems return here at all! The place is super clean, and the food is just outstanding….
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Melissa Bryand
I’ve been coming to this place since 47th & Kedzie- my son was 7 and now just turned 28. Clean, always friendly, and normally good food. The tall dark Mexican with black hair is VERY rude- she never tried to make the situation right. I ordered carnitas for 2. My carnitas were so dry and hard – I asked for all meat. My rice was burnt and hard. Guc looked like it was missing avocado. Normally there is oil dripping of goodness, not today! So disappointing but I’m going to reach out to them and give them another shot because they have always been good to my family
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Jose BG
So to start things off I want to say that the carnitas were
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Dar Hdez
It’s hard to find good carnitas the further you get from the city. I was happy to have found this restaurant closer to me. I called them and asked them if they sold carnitas per lb. They do and it was 11 something a lb. I purchased 3lbs worth with a side of refried beans. Will feed the family for a couple meals. Are they the best carnitas that I’ve had? No.. however they were fairly good I would say 7 out of 10. For convenience of distance (me not having to travel to Chicago and back) and getting my carnitas fix I will for sure be going back.
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Silver Sterling
This place is very warm and welcoming, very clean!! Our waitress was great. The food was amazing. Prices are right. Definitely will be making this one of my spots!!!!
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J D
Food was ok, not the best ive had but not terrible either. Friendly staff. Would try different dishes.
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James Majeski
Clean place,waitress waiting on us was very nice and friendly.
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Dawn Perez
Excellent food and waitstaff. The line moved quickly for their weekend specialty of carnivals & menus. Flavorful food!
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Noelle Danford
After seeing such a high rating on Google, we wanted to try it. The staff were friendly, but as others have said, don’t expect stellar service. I ordered a chicken taco dinner that came with 3 tacos, rice and beans for around $9 which was reasonably priced. They only put meat, lettuce and tomato on the tacos, so be prepared to pay an upcharge for cheese if you’re into that kind of thing. Literally my first bite into a taco, was over an inch long, sharp chicken bone. Completely disgusting! The chicken was what I’m assuming was supposed to be of the shredded variety, but was very fatty and had the consistency of cat food. Parts of it were “blackened” or charred to the point of being so burnt it was nearly impossible to chew, which is why I’m assuming whoever assembled these tacos didn’t notice the large piece of bone. I dumped all the chicken off the tacos and made my own with the rice and beans. Even my husband who is a human garbage disposal said the chicken was gross. I’m not one to send food back, it should be edible the first time it comes out. I’ve eaten at dozens of restaurants and never nearly swallowed a bone. That was our first and last visit. If you decide to go, avoid the chicken.
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Oscar Cardona
Walked in to grab and go very good place. The atmosphere seems nice and clean.
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