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Mis Moles Restaurant
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Mis Moles Restaurant
8.5
Mis Moles in Irving Park centers its menu around deeply layered moles and slow-cooked Yucatecan dishes in a comfortable, modern room. The kitchen takes a from-scratch approach that makes this one of the city’s most compelling stops for exploring regional Mexican sauces.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mole trio tasting, Pollo en mole verde, Cochinita pibil
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: A mole-focused kitchen where multiple regional sauces share the spotlight.
Who should go: Diners curious about regional moles beyond basic enchiladas.
When to visit: Weeknights for easier reservations and a calmer dining room.
What to order: Mole trio, pollo en mole verde, cochinita pibil.
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu mole variations or seasonal specials.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking typically available nearby, easier on residential side streets than directly on major avenues.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual — jeans are fine, but many guests dress slightly elevated for date night.
Noise level: Moderate — you can hold a conversation comfortably, though it can feel lively during dinner rush.
Weekend wait: Reservations recommended; without one you may wait 20–45 minutes depending on time.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or very short.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Several options available, including sauces and vegetable-focused plates.
Vegan options: Limited but workable — confirm with staff regarding sauce ingredients.
Gluten-free options: Many dishes can be adapted; corn-based plates are often naturally gluten-free, but ask to confirm.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — the room is relaxed but polished, and the menu invites conversation about the different moles without feeling formal or intimidating.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes, especially on weeknights, but peak weekend dinners fill up quickly — booking ahead is safest.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — families are common and the staff is welcoming to children, though younger kids who prefer simple flavors may not gravitate toward richer sauces.
Best For
Better for: Guests who want a deeper, regional exploration of Mexican sauces and slow-cooked dishes rather than standard Tex-Mex comfort fare.
Skip if: You’re looking for quick counter-service tacos, loud nightlife energy, or strictly budget dining.
Mis Moles Restaurant
8.7
Mis Moles in Irving Park is best known for complex regional moles, but its burritos benefit from the same attention to sauces and slow-cooked meats. Diners treat the burrito plates as a more casual way to experience the kitchen’s flavors, with higher price points justified by careful execution and hospitality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asada Burrito Plate, Chicken Burrito Plate, Mole Trio with Tortillas
Scores:
Value: 6.8
Service: 8.5
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Mole-driven Mexican restaurant where burritos tap into serious sauce work.
Who should go: Diners who want richer, more elevated burrito plates.
When to visit: Leisurely dinners or slower early-evening weeknights.
What to order: Asada Burrito Plate, Chicken Burrito Plate, mole trio to share.
Insider tip: Ask which mole the kitchen recommends alongside your burrito that day.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking in the neighborhood; usually manageable but can fill during peak dinner hours
Dress code: Smart casual; jeans are fine but many diners lean slightly dressy for dinner
Noise level: Moderate — you can hold a conversation without shouting, though it may rise during peak times
Weekend wait: Often a wait during peak hours; reservations are recommended
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or very short wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several vegetarian options and customizable plates
Vegan options: Limited — some dishes can be adapted but sauces may contain dairy
Gluten-free options: Some naturally gluten-free options; confirm with staff regarding sauces and tortillas
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — the cozy dining room, refined presentations, and warm service make it a strong pick for a relaxed but memorable date night.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes during the week, but on weekends you may face a wait. Booking ahead is best for prime dinner times.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids and teens who enjoy flavorful Mexican dishes. It’s more of a relaxed date-night or small-group spot than a loud family restaurant.
Best For
Better for: Rich, deeply layered sauces and elevated Mexican comfort dishes with genuine hospitality
Skip if: You want oversized fast-casual burritos or very low-budget pricing