Bienvenidos a Zentli

Nuestro Espacio

Hear the joyful music of Mexico with a mix of Latin American and world rhythms, enjoy the colorful art, and taste delicious tacos in a warm community space.

Zentli (indigenous Nahuatl Language for "corn" or "maize"), is a casual restaurant that serves the best locally sourced Mexican street food in Evanston, Illinois. With fresh, natural ingredients and vegan & vegetarian options in eclectic, artistic digs, we’re your new local favorite. 

We built Zentli to honor the ingenuity and hard work of Mexican people by bringing you the genuine flavors of street vendors through tasty food and mouth-watering drinks.

Locally Sourced

We work with local farmers to bring fresh, locally grown food to your table

For Tonantzin

  • Our art installations use locally sourced recycled materials to raise awareness for the planet’s well-being

  • We endeavor to restore environment and community through educational art workshops

Celebrate Culture

  • We will co-create public art with local residents that authentically celebrates the cultures of Evanston and the Americas

  • We will curate and display works of transformative emerging and professional artists, and connect them with collectors

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We’d love to hear from you, please send us your inquiries and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!

Gracias!