I really appreciate a Mexican restaurant that doesn't overdo the cheese and is willing to substitute more beans in place of rice. And that would be La Esperanza. I especially like the chili rellano--it's not too cheesy, and it comes with four tortillas of your...More

Food was soo good, everyone was super nice and friendly, atmosphere was authentic and cozy, excellent quality food, 10/10

Very enjoyable meal. The meal started with complimentary chips and salsa, which they refilled several times as quickly as we finished them. I had carnitas mole which was very tasty and such large portion I could only finish about half (so sad). My son had...More

First visit and was completely satisfied with service & food. I had the Mexican style burrito, no meat. When I told the waitress no meat, she asked if I liked avocado. Of course! In place of meat, they put fresh sliced avocado on top. It...More

I think La Esperanza is the best place around for authentic Mexican Food. Clean, friendly, and reasonably priced restaurants. It is a little on the small side.

Dined on Friday with a family. Not much for the atmosphere, but the food was good. Service was good.

My daughter and I like to go here. We go maybe once a month or so I have never had a bad experience here. The food is always good. And I love their coffee.

Excellent taco salad. Shell and chips not gluten free, but fine food fine without. Easy place to meet with friends. Prices excellent.

We were longing for some good Mexican but weren't sure what we'd find here. The food was great! They are quite busy, and handle the flow of customers well. Prices are a little higher than we're used to, but not exorbitant. You can find options...More

The food is average. The salsa was very hot- not kid friendly. The people were nice. It is a small, family run business. We have had better mexican food in the South Bend area. We won't go back. It just didn't impress us.