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Mexican Restaurant

Zentli

About

Zentli is a Mexican restaurant at 1813 Dempster St. in Evanston, named for the Nahuatl word for corn on the cob. The kitchen uses heirloom masa and cooks Mexican street food and traditional recipes, including tlacoyos, flautas, pambazos, quesabirrias, enchiladas de mole and tacos. A full bar leans on tequila and mezcal cocktails, and weekend brunch adds chilaquiles and breakfast tacos.

What to know

  • Zentli opened in 2023.
  • Taco tortillas are made from heirloom blue corn from Oaxaca.
  • Many dishes can be made vegan, and oyster mushroom tinga is one of the vegan fillings.
  • Reservations are available on Resy.
  • OpenTable lists a private lot for parking.

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