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Best Mexican Food in Summit

Family-owned in Summit and Riverside since 1981
El Faro - Summit

El Faro - Summit

Location 6136 South Archer Road Summit, IL 60501 Phone +17085631022 Hours Sunday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 AM Monday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 AM Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 AM Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 AM Thursday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 AM Friday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 AM Saturday: 6:00 AM - 3:00 AM
A neighborhood spot on Archer Road

A neighborhood spot on Archer Road

El Faro sits along Archer Road in Summit, a southwest suburban Chicago community. Families, longtime regulars, and late-night diners make up the crowd. SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview is nearby, as are the Summit Park District and the Summit Public Library.
Open since 1981, every day of the week

Open since 1981, every day of the week

Jose Zavala Hernandez opened this location in 1981, and the same recipes have kept guests coming back ever since. Open every day, 6:00 AM to 3:00 AM.
What our guests say

What our guests say

"Best steak burritos out there. This place is an institution for burritos." — MrErohloff, 30-year regular. "He was amazed to see that it's still just like he remembers it from 30 years ago." — Natali Grytsai. El Faro Summit holds a 4.5-star rating from more than 3,500 reviews.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?
What meals do you serve?

We serve Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer Takeout

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Summit, Bedford Park, McCook, Lyons, Justice, Bridgeview, Glenn, Forest View, Hodgkins, Burbank, Countryside, Brookfield, Stickney, Berwyn, La Grange, Riverside, Hickory Hills, Indian Head Park, La Grange Park, and North Riverside.

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