50 Best Taco Restaurants in Chicago

“The best birria I have ever eaten in my entire life. I've just been there for the first time and it's simply incredible. From the first place, I was involved in something difficult to explain, so many years passing and never having given them a chance or knowing the goodness of their food.“

“Riquísima la comida y los dueños súper amables, me fascinó“

“Beautiful time, great food!“

“Friendly atmosphere, good fast service and good food too.“

“Great food thanks for the house phone“

“La comida sabrosa!!!!!! Taco toro, barbacoa, alambres! Todo súper delicioso y el servicio es excelente!!!“

“I stopped by this place for a quick dinner. Let me be honest, I didn't come with an high expectation and just went to have some food. But the tacos here are fantastic. Steak tacos are by far the most juicy and tasteful tacos, along with the fish tacos. Spicy pork and shrimp tacos are also great. I will definitely go to the place next time.“

“Don't let the fact that its in a gas station fool you! Best Chilaquiles east of the Chicago River!“

“The best birria I have ever eaten in my entire life. I've just been there for the first time and it's simply incredible. From the first place, I was involved in something difficult to explain, so many years passing and never having given them a chance or knowing the goodness of their food.“

“Dedication and information is very supportive.“

“Loveeeee Tacombi! It’s space, ordering system, exposed kitchen setup, vibe and brilliant ambiance is so fun but it also transport me to my time in Mexico City. Food is excellente, juice is fresh, and makes a good time for an afternoon bite or a cool early evening out. -Liz from “

“Penelope's Vegan Taqueria Andersonville hits the spot! Honestly, this is probably the best vegan Mexican restaurant I’ve ever been to. The portions are a nice size with many great menu options. The staff are very friendly and attentive. The food and ambiance are great. The Chunky Quesa Taco (cheddar cheese quesadillas taco topped with asada, onion, cilantro, lettuce, tomato and green salsa) is a must try! Overall, if you visit, you will not regret it!“

“Beautiful restaurant, screams chicago definitely very unique I had asada and pastor tacos. they were delicious they had a good amount of meat in em definitely worth their price. The horchata was delicious as well not at all watery. A taco place is as good as their salsa...if you like spicy their red salsa does the job although both are very delicious. Service was friendly and fast I got greeted as soon as I walked in the door. Definitely will be back!“

“We headed over to Bridgeport to grab some tacos. I ordered delivery from here before but never been to the actual location. I love the outdoor seating spaces that they have.. decked out with lights and a fire pit that smelled so good! When you go inside, they have a lot of throwback decor, which I always love. The cashier was so patient with us and took time to answer our questions as my sister searched to find something that suited her dietary restrictions. It took us a while to make some decisions about what to eat, but ultimately, I had a fish taco and a brisket taco. The fish was just okay.. your typical fried cod with some basic toppings. The brisket was amazing! Their handmade corn shells were so good and fresh . The meat was tender and very well seasoned. My sister had the shrimp taco, which she enjoyed, and also chips and guac. They have various flavors of margaritas and other libations. It's a great place to go for a quick bite, especially if the weather allows you to sit outside. I'll definitely be back!“

“This place is fantastic for dining out! I highly recommend it. I recently took my family here, and the food was absolutely amazing! The staff were incredibly welcoming, and the environment was top-notch. The restaurant's interior was beautifully decorated—it felt like I was transported to Mexico!There are two locations in Chicago, so be sure to visit the one on 55th street if you want to dine in; the 18th street location is for takeout only. This was my first visit, and I'm already looking forward to returning! Just a heads up, both locations offer street parking, so plan accordingly, especially on weekends.“

“Most amazing and delicious tacos I have ever had. Women who own are so nice. I highly recommend.“

“Unfortunately, BCC closed just before Valentine's Day and so far, no news on where the key team members have moved on to. And no news on what may replace on this site, this is truly the tragic loss of a restaurant that was destined for great things.“

“Tried their food at a fest last summer and loved it, so I wanted to make a visit here. The food didn't disappoint. Loved the tacos and ramen con birria (Levanton). I appreciated that you can wait comfortably in your car and they call you when your order is ready.“

“We were there yesterday for an event, and the service was first class, and the food out of this world. The music selections on vinyl were fantastic. Our son said he likes to go there often because of the amazing food and the great music. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Did a quick pick up order this weekend as this place is a neighborhood joint for me. I noticed last time that the burrito was a bit bitter and so this time I got it without onions and it was much much better. Actually, the nachos were probably the best. Shortly growing on me. I think it's a gem in Westown.“

“Great food and service. We love the patio and fire pits.“

“First time here and it was nice little place to enjoy some empanadas. We came in Saturday around 7pm. We ordered empanadas de birria and guava con queso. The guava was delicious the birria was ok because the cheese was nice and hot but the birria was super cold. Will definitely be back to try more.“

“Tacos Al pastor were delicious!“

“Speaking as a tourist, not an expert in Chicago-style hot dogs or anything. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience here. The shop is small with only a few tables but the vibe and decor were very cute, eg. the maps, paintings, and portrait of Anthony Bourdain. We got a Chicago-style dog for a snack, and the presentation with all the toppings was beautiful. As a first-time tryer, I was surprised by how much I liked the hot dog. A lot going on - the snappy sausage, sour pickled cucumber, fresh tomatoes, and savory relish - but everything came together nicely and created a balanced bite. It was on the salty side so a sufficient amount of water was a must.“

“I really enjoyed the tacos from here, they were $4 ea - if you want the lunch special with rice and beans it's $15 for that and 3 tacos. Both the carne asada and the al pastor were super flavorful - I think I preferred the Al pastor slightly. The green salsa had a kick to it and was great on the tacos.@main_guy_eats“

“Spectacular place!!! great for venues. Food is great. People are great and the ambience ir wonderful.“

“Never disappointing. The steak and al pastor tacos always hit the spot! Parking can be difficult to find around the area. Just wish they didn't use styrofoam containersIt has never failed me before, the asada and al pastor tacos always satisfy. The only problem is that parking can be difficult and bad for the environment bins are used.“

“My family and I traveled to Chicago twice this year and dined at the Asian Cuisine Express both times. The owner, cooks and wait staff were all extremely friendly and made each of our visits a wonderful experience. We ordered Chinese and Japanese food and we also sampled some of their new delicious tacos... everything we tried was absolutely fantastic. We live 300 miles away so we ordered a lot of takeout to bring home with us to share with our friends who didn't get to make the trips. Asian Cuisine express will be a regular stop now for us every time we go to Chicago... we highly recommend everyone tries this restaurant and we can't wait until we visit there again. Thanks to all the great people at Asian Cuisine Express!!!“

“My cousin and I decided to check this place out. She had the tacos and I had a Gogi Bowl with spicy pork. Delicious. Atmosphere is very chill. And it’s in a great location near the University of Chicago. The service is fast. I would go again once I return to Chicago. Perfect balance of food.“

“Some of the best tacos I've had in the city! Amazing service as well!!“

“We reserved a table to watch the NCAA Football final matchup. We booked it a week ahead of time. Everything was held as expected, and we received an ideal table. Food was good bar fare, as is consistent with this destination - served very quickly considering capacity crowd. Drinks were consistent, and available right when we wanted them. Service was exemplary - Angela managed well with the packed house and the boisterous crowd. Crowd was super-engaged, game was a HUGE success! Very festive environment, extremely well-managed by the service team. Recommending as a destination to everyone we know. Thank you!!“

“Muy ricos tacos se los recomiendo“

“My favorite item is the burrito with bulgogi steak. It comes with kimchi fried rice, sour cream, cheese, and salad mix. The sauce is super good, and the steak is sweet and tender. The kimchi fried rice has a great mild flavor, not too sour from the kimchi. It's about $17 after tax, which is pricey but worth it when the craving hits. I got the 32oz horchata for $4.50 before, it's a great deal and probably enough for four servings. It came with a lot of nice so if you're storing it for later, you should dump the ice so it doesn't get too watered down. I've only done takeout ordering online on their website and I have no complaints. The food is prepped quickly. There are some seats inside if you care to dine in.“

“5 star food, 5 star horchata, 5 star service!!! This is my weekend splurge almost every weekend.“

“This restaurant is the best! Service is excellent, friendly staff, best Mexican food ever. Different things on menu than usual fare. Place very clean. Soups, homemade drinks, and cakes are out of this world. You will not be disappointed! You gotta come here.“

“I visited Beats Kitchen Cantina in Navy Pier and had a great experience! The tacos are delicious! I had the bbq rib, chicken, and steak, all three tacos had a terrific, unique taste! I also had their homemade guacamole, and cheesy fries must have sides. Every time I visit, I try something new and have not been disappointed. The prices are very reasonable for Navy Pier and service was great!“

“We visited Taquizo for the first time and it was so much fun and delicious. we highly recommend it.“

“The food is beyond amazing, I wish the customer service matched. It’s not that they are mean but they are not nice or friendly. They don’t smile, they do not say “unfortunately”when a request is unable to be accommodated …. it’s just NO. I love a black owned restaurant, so respectfully I recommend that you treat Everyone in your establishment with amazing customer service because you never know whose dining in. In addition to that, all of your staff from the top to the bottom can really enhance their soft skills it’s very obvious that customer service is not apart of the training and onboarding process. It’s 2023… DO BETTER“

“Incredible, well priced taco truck. Pure classic, wonderful tortillas, meat, onion, cilantro, and that’s it! Highly recommend getting chicken because the way they grill it is mwah, so good. Bomb burritos as well, all at significantly cheaper prices than surrounding places.“

“Great Food And Pina Colada Cup“

“Best tacos in Logan square sorry not sorry this is my go to taco spot always I love the service the workers are very attentive team spicy tacoooossss ????Vegetarian options: Never had a veggie taco till I tried one here and it is officially my favorite Taco on the list “

“Located in Chicago's lively Lincoln Park, this spot is a top-tier destination for shrimp tacos – and it absolutely lives up to the hype! Hands down, the best I've ever had. The shrimp and breading reach perfection, making every bite a joy. Their $4 happy hour is a game-changer, featuring signature Baja fish and veggie tacos, along with $8 margaritas. Don't miss their quesabirria tacos – three short rib and cheese crispy tacos with a side of consommé beef broth for dipping. It's a flavor explosion that's hard to beat. Taco enthusiasts, this gem is a must-try!“

“Their steak tacos are to die for and that salsa verde is yummy.“

“acos were good here. My favorite was the street corn which had a nice amount of lime & perfect amount of cheese. The Bbq chicken taco was also good, you will need more than one The team here were so understanding they made the street corn mild as requested Gracias por la comida“

“¡Me encanto la comida! Los alitas estilo mexicano, los tacos de cabeza suavecitos, y los totopos con salsa el Perfecto tamaño. Es seguro que regreso a comer veces más. Ojalá el ves que sigue me saludan con una hola o una sonrisa. El ambiente era un poco triste. Espero que su negocio le vaya bien por que tienen mi apoyo. Grx!Kid-friendliness: The inside is quiet“

“Love Broken English! Good vibes, great drinks and food! The service is even better!! Server Lyssie kills it!“

“Great birria! The consome adds very nicely to it. The service is great and I personally liked that big window a lot. This will be my go to spot whenever I'm around the city. Keep it up guys!“

“Omg this was so so good. We got the Al pastor, carne asada and bistec for a total of $10. The carne asada was so so so good!! The bistec was also delicious and the portion was huge. My friend got the Al pastor and was really satisfied.Sergio was so nice. Would happily come back next time I’m in the area.“

“Place has real good tacos and tortas and kind staff. If your looking to eat tacos some place else this is the place. You get what you pay for, quality meat and food is cooked well. We enjoyed 3 steak tacos, 1 tongue, and 1 al pastor all flavors were on point tongue was very tender. I would ask for the al pastor cooked a little me well in my opinion. We also had 1 melanesa torta of beef steak 5/5 real good. The fresh water pinapple drink was made with all natual fruit . Overall spent 35 but well worth every dime. Tip your servers support small business!“

“some.of thee best tacos I've tasted!!“