El Rey Del Taco & Burritos
4835 S Archer Ave, Chicago
(773) 847-6116
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OMG. The best carne asada tacos ever ‼️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
$15 for a lil ahh mid ahh burrito!? Nah fam never again
After years of driving past El Rey del Taco & Burritos, I finally decided to stop in and now I’m wondering why I didn’t visit sooner. The place has a casual, no-frills vibe that immediately makes you feel comfortable, like you're walking into a neighborhood spot that’s been serving locals for generations. The service was fast and friendly; they treated me like I had been coming there for years. It’s the kind of place where you can relax, take your time, and just enjoy good, honest food.
I grabbed a mineral water to refresh myself and ordered two sopes, one al pastor and one chicken and they hit the spot perfectly. Each sope was a golden, crispy masterpiece. The base was thick yet still had a tender bite once you got past the crunchy edges, soaking up just enough of the juices without getting soggy.
The al pastor was packed with flavor, smoky, a little sweet from the pineapple, and seasoned beautifully with hints of achiote and spices that danced on the tongue. The pork was juicy and tender, with caramelized bits that gave a satisfying chew. The chicken sope was equally delicious: the chicken was shredded finely, moist, and tasted like it had been simmered in a rich broth before being grilled to finish. Both were generously topped with cool crema, crumbled queso fresco, crisp lettuce, and fresh salsa that added a pop of heat and brightness.
The smell alone, griddled masa, seasoned meats, fresh herbs was enough to make me feel like I had stepped into a family kitchen. Each bite brought a sense of homey comfort, reminding me of backyard cookouts and street food stalls in Mexico.
If you’ve ever driven past El Rey del Taco & Burritos and wondered if you should stop, don’t hesitate. It’s the kind of spot that quietly serves up some of the best comfort food around. I’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Asada tacos are amazing and the torta de milanes is so good. The salsa is too watery.. but good food
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Steak Tacos
I’ve never gotten food there, and I won’t ever because of the bad customer service I received on the phone. Truly disappointing.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
First time here n didn’t know what to get so I ordered the carne en su jugo one of my favorites for a Sunday morning
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is my favorite place for chicharron gorditas I was there Thursday I order a gordita and a coffee the waitress said there no coffee.I when today and asked for a coffee again same waitress and same thing there was no coffee I said I can Waite for some to be made she said she was not making any. we order and eat while she was leaned on a table.talking on her phone. It's good food but the costumer service at this point sucks ? t
Recommended dishes: Pastor
Small place, but the food is good
THIS JOINT SUCKS!! THEIR TACOS TASTE CACA.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
THIS JOINT SUCKS!! THEIR TACOS TASTE CACA.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
The chicharron gorditas or tacos are the best u tasted with big pieces of pork on it not soggy like everywhere else and if u like spicy have a taco bravo.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great great food, never disappointed, I ordered chiles rellenos plate it’s was delicious, the place looks simple from the outside but the food it is really good! Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Tacos
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Tacos, Sauce, Carne Asada, Burrito, Asada, Pastor, Steak
Super good love this
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good chicharon tacos
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