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Chicago Heights, Illinois: Cow With a Chef's Hat

Mexican restaurant features a fiberglass steer, formerly well-worn from a career of standing in front of restaurants, now restored by its new owners.

Los Portales Mexican Restaurant

Address:
2 East Main St., Chicago Heights, IL
Directions:
Los Portales Mexican Restaurant, Chicago Rd and Main St.
Phone:
708-754-7004
Admission:
Free
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Cow With a Chef's Hat

Not the best neighborhood. Wouldn't recommend stopping unless it's on route.

[TheCrazyBreed, 05/02/2015]

Chef steer.

Cow with a Chef's Hat

The cow has received a makeover and is looking brand new. The hole has been patched and a fresh coat of paint has brought it back to life. Kudos to the new owners for the fine job they did in the restoration.

[Craig Gee, 02/03/2014]

The cow (actually a steer) formerly had a hole in its belly and was in need of some serious TLC.

Cow with Chef's Hat.

Cow With a Chef's Hat

This huge cow stands near Los Portales Mexican Restaurant in Chicago Heights. The cow is not in the best of shape, has a huge hole in its belly and is quite weathered. The restaurant is somewhat new, so hopefully they will repair the cow.

[Vinny Gragg, 01/07/2011]

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