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CHICOS

4.4 (392 reviews)

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  • Drive-thru available
  • Serving Salem since the 1990s
  • Known for Sanchos & burritos
  • Quick service focus
CHICOS
Downtown Salem
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Serving Downtown Salem
CHICOS
Downtown Salem
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(618) 548-3666

At a Glance

Chicos is Salem's longtime Mexican food favorite, known for their signature Sanchos and hearty burritos served through efficient drive-thru service. While recent ownership changes have brought some operational adjustments that longtime customers are adapting to, the restaurant maintains its reputation for generous portions and quick service in the local community.

  • Generous portions
  • Fast drive-thru service
  • Local Salem institution
  • Signature Sancho specialty

Why Customers Choose CHICOS

Based on 392 customer reviews

  • Home of the original Salem Sancho recipe
  • Quick drive-thru perfect for lunch breaks
  • Generous portions that satisfy big appetites
  • Beef Supreme Nachos praised by regulars
  • Convenient location in central Salem
  • Decades of community presence and loyalty

Location & Local Context

Address: 321 E Main St, Salem, IL 62881, USA

Phone: (618) 548-3666

Hours: Friday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Monday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday Closed, Tuesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Thursday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Wednesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Parking: Free parking lot available on-site

Peak times: Weekday lunch 11:30am-1:30pm, Evening dinner 5:30-7:30pm

Nearby neighborhoods: Downtown Salem, East Salem, West Salem

Nearby landmarks: Near Salem Community Hospital, Close to downtown square, 5 minutes from Salem High School

Services & Offerings

Drive-Thru Service

Fast and convenient drive-thru for quick Mexican food on the go. Perfect for lunch breaks and busy schedules.

  • Quick order processing
  • Hot food prepared fresh
  • Easy vehicle access

Signature Sanchos

Chicos' famous specialty item that has kept customers coming back for decades. A unique local favorite you won't find elsewhere.

  • Original Salem recipe
  • Generous meat and cheese portions
  • Available in multiple varieties

Burrito Supreme

Hearty burritos loaded with your choice of fillings, sour cream, and fresh ingredients. A customer favorite since the early days.

  • Multiple protein options
  • Fresh sour cream and vegetables
  • Substantial portion sizes

Nacho Platters

Loaded nachos including the popular Beef Supreme variety with generous toppings. Perfect for sharing or a filling meal.

  • Beef Supreme specialty
  • Multiple topping options
  • Large shareable portions

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5

392 total reviews

Most Frequently Mentioned

  • Generous portions (47 mentions)
  • Drive-thru service (38 mentions)
  • Sanchos specialty (31 mentions)
  • Food temperature (24 mentions)

Rating stable at 4.4 stars with mixed feedback on recent changes. 18 new reviews this month.

Absolutely the best Mexican food for miles and miles. The drive-thru is quick and the staff are pleasant and go above and beyond to serve their customers. Highly recommended! Edit - I just ate here again and it was just as good as the last time. The Beef Supreme Nachos are out of this world. Wanted to update and add a photo.

Some Guy

Usually have no issues when I go there and still is one of my favorite restaurants I just can't imagine how someone would let something as simple as a hotdog go out looking half chewed already.

OGxKingKlutch

I have to agree with other reviews, something has changed over the last year or two. I usually order a burrito supreme and a Sancho. Have been for years. Here recently it's just not very good. The meat and the sauce is very different, and the meat is SOOOO greasy. The food is never warm. I live 2 minutes away. It's barely room temperature by the time I arrive home. The burrito has zero sour cream except at the end. Then its nothing but sour cream. Sancho is the same way with the sauce. There is about a pound of cheese on them but only a tiny sprinkle of lettuce. I usually go for dinner in the evenings so maybe during the day it's different. I am probably just being picky, but I have been eating at Chico's since the 90's. It was one of the best places in Salem to go. Since it changed ownership I feel it's just not the same or as good as it once was.

Angela DeForest

I ate here a year ago and it was amazing. But I ordered through drive through on Oct 30th. W My husband and I ordered Sanchos, they were so different. The pieces of lettuce was huge not shredded like before and it was ice cold. The Sanchos weren't even warm. The flavor was very different. I always loved going to Chicos when we went to Salem, but will probably not be going back.

Brenton & Stephanie Beard

Frequently Asked Questions

Sanchos are Chicos' signature specialty - a unique Mexican dish that's been a Salem favorite since the 1990s, featuring seasoned meat, cheese, and toppings.

Yes, we offer convenient drive-thru service for quick pickup of all menu items.

Our Burrito Supreme, Sanchos, and Beef Supreme Nachos are customer favorites that have been popular for decades.

Chicos has been serving Salem since the 1990s, making it a longtime community fixture for Mexican food.

While we focus primarily on drive-thru service, we recommend calling ahead to confirm current seating availability.

Business Activity

Status: Open now

Peak hours: Lunch 11:30am-1:30pm

Service type: Drive-thru focused

Popular this month: Beef Supreme Nachos, Sanchos

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Online Visibility Score: Excellent

How easily local customers can find and choose this business online.

Reviews & Reputation32/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness17/17
Engagement5/15

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