About Us

Owners Lisa and Jose Palomino


Chicago Mexican Restaurants Jose and Lisa Palomino
Jose and Lisa Palomino owners of La Fonda Del Gusto pride themselves in creating an environment that brings the elegance of Mexican Cuisine to life.   Jose Palomino also has a business as a remodeling contractor and was responsible for the restoration of the historical building that La Fonda Del Gusto resides on.

Master Chef Dudley Nieto


Chicago Mexican Restaurants with Chef Dudley Nieto

Dudley Nieto is Head Chef and Co-Partner at La Fonda Del Gusto. Dudley is has been recognized across the world as one of the premiere Mexican cuisine chefs. Dudley has been on numerous television shows, including a PBS Special shot in Mexico, commemorating the day of the dead.

Head Chef Raul Abarca


Mexican restraurant chef Raul Acabras Raul has been with La Fonda del Gusto since the inception of the opening. His craft as a chef comes from years of working with some of the masters of Mexican cuisine in the Chicagoland area.