Best food ever !!! This place it's perfect makes you feel like home. The taste from the coffee to the beans , I'm glad I found it it's a awesome taqueria you def have to try it top 10!!
Jose V.
I came here once while I was working at Benito Juarez and enjoyed my meal. I was working late and needed the energy boost so I got a couple of tacos for myself and a quesadilla for my coworker to go. The tasty tacos and the fresh winter air did the trick as I felt reinvigorated to keep going a few more hours. The atmosphere of the place is very homey. It reminds me of my tia's restaurant which is an extension of her home. I thought the food was tasty and the atmosphere nice so I would go again. I have heard that they had a health inspector visit their place since many colleagues would eat their regularly, but it could have just been a routine yearly visit. I would go back though.
Alyssa I.
The best steak taco I've ever had in my life. The staff is friendly and helpful for first timers. We bring everybody to this place and it never disappoints. Get the signature taco with the pork, you won't be disappointed. Would eat here everyday if I could
Paul Thomas
This place gives first-rate service as well as delicious meals. My favourite spot around here. The drinks and food served fast and the rates are fair. Recommended.
Joe Cannon
My wife is from Michoacan, Mexico. The chef is also from there and the food is awesome and brings back good memories for my wife and family. Tacos, burritos, tortas, huaraces...all awesome!
Kelly R.
A gem! Please support this family business. This is a 26st girl who moved to Pilsen. When I moved to this area, I've been disappointed. With the gentrification, there are not many good reasonably-priced authentic Mexican places. I came here and loved it. It has a good menu and their food is delicious. A must-try if you've been looking for some good authentic Mexican plates.
James Dement
The food was very good but for the portion size the price was a little high. Would go back
Victor Velasquez
A nice atmosphere small and cozy Mom and Pop restaurants food is made to order not pre-cooked
Carmen Scott
they have odd hours but incredible food. their cafe de olla is also very good.
Noemi J.
Absolutely love their al pastor tacos!! Fuego! You also have to try the al pastor with the "Sabor y sazon" taco style, hand made tortillas...soo delicious. Hole in the location, authentic, get in get out!
I can't say enough great things about this place. We found it from the yelp reviews and all of the glowing reviews were spot on. When you go in you can see them working really hard in the kitchen, and they even make the tortillas for the tacos by hand and toss them right over to the chef as he's cooking. I've usually gotten the steak burrito and all of the tacos and other dishes we've brought home have been great too. I haven't had anything even remotely bad from this location. The people are nice on the phone when you order or when you go in for carry out. The only downside for me has been the lack of parking due to some construction nearby but that's temporary and not their fault. Definitely ask for some of their salsa verde if you go - it's one of their specialties and it goes great with a lot of their menu. Beyond the food, it's definitely a nice crew there and I'm always happy when I'm in the neighborhood and I get to go back.
John M.
If you're coming to Pilsen for Mexican food this place is the spot! On Blue Island about a 10 minute walk from the 18th St Pink Line stop it doesn't look like much from the outside but inside is one of the best al pastor burritos I've had (and I've had a lot of them from different taquerias around Chicago). To start they give you chips, green and red salsas in squirt bottles, and a tomatillo and jalapeño dip that's so good. Get the guacamole as it's reasonably priced (decent size "small" is $3.99). As I mentioned I had the al pastor burrito and it wasn't greasy like it can be at some places but was perfect and stuffed with beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and sour cream. Save some of the dip for an extra topping. My gf tried the 3 taco (shrimp) dinner that came with rice and beans and she also loved it. This place is BYOB and all of the staff are extremely nice. Can't wait to come back and try more - def a cant miss in Pilsen.
Andrew Fernandez
Great food, romantic ambience. Prices are typical for Italian fare at a nice restaurant. Would definitely go again to try other foods.
Socorro Martinez
Great place to grab a bite! I've ordered ahead of time by calling for take out and haven't ever had a problem. The staff is always very attentive.
Best food ever !!! This place it's perfect makes you feel like home. The taste from the coffee to the beans , I'm glad I found it it's a awesome taqueria you def have to try it top 10!!
I came here once while I was working at Benito Juarez and enjoyed my meal. I was working late and needed the energy boost so I got a couple of tacos for myself and a quesadilla for my coworker to go. The tasty tacos and the fresh winter air did the trick as I felt reinvigorated to keep going a few more hours. The atmosphere of the place is very homey. It reminds me of my tia's restaurant which is an extension of her home. I thought the food was tasty and the atmosphere nice so I would go again. I have heard that they had a health inspector visit their place since many colleagues would eat their regularly, but it could have just been a routine yearly visit. I would go back though.
The best steak taco I've ever had in my life. The staff is friendly and helpful for first timers. We bring everybody to this place and it never disappoints. Get the signature taco with the pork, you won't be disappointed. Would eat here everyday if I could
This place gives first-rate service as well as delicious meals. My favourite spot around here. The drinks and food served fast and the rates are fair. Recommended.
My wife is from Michoacan, Mexico. The chef is also from there and the food is awesome and brings back good memories for my wife and family. Tacos, burritos, tortas, huaraces...all awesome!
A gem! Please support this family business. This is a 26st girl who moved to Pilsen. When I moved to this area, I've been disappointed. With the gentrification, there are not many good reasonably-priced authentic Mexican places. I came here and loved it. It has a good menu and their food is delicious. A must-try if you've been looking for some good authentic Mexican plates.
The food was very good but for the portion size the price was a little high. Would go back
A nice atmosphere small and cozy Mom and Pop restaurants food is made to order not pre-cooked
they have odd hours but incredible food. their cafe de olla is also very good.
Absolutely love their al pastor tacos!! Fuego! You also have to try the al pastor with the "Sabor y sazon" taco style, hand made tortillas...soo delicious. Hole in the location, authentic, get in get out!
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I can't say enough great things about this place. We found it from the yelp reviews and all of the glowing reviews were spot on. When you go in you can see them working really hard in the kitchen, and they even make the tortillas for the tacos by hand and toss them right over to the chef as he's cooking. I've usually gotten the steak burrito and all of the tacos and other dishes we've brought home have been great too. I haven't had anything even remotely bad from this location. The people are nice on the phone when you order or when you go in for carry out. The only downside for me has been the lack of parking due to some construction nearby but that's temporary and not their fault. Definitely ask for some of their salsa verde if you go - it's one of their specialties and it goes great with a lot of their menu. Beyond the food, it's definitely a nice crew there and I'm always happy when I'm in the neighborhood and I get to go back.
If you're coming to Pilsen for Mexican food this place is the spot! On Blue Island about a 10 minute walk from the 18th St Pink Line stop it doesn't look like much from the outside but inside is one of the best al pastor burritos I've had (and I've had a lot of them from different taquerias around Chicago). To start they give you chips, green and red salsas in squirt bottles, and a tomatillo and jalapeño dip that's so good. Get the guacamole as it's reasonably priced (decent size "small" is $3.99). As I mentioned I had the al pastor burrito and it wasn't greasy like it can be at some places but was perfect and stuffed with beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and sour cream. Save some of the dip for an extra topping. My gf tried the 3 taco (shrimp) dinner that came with rice and beans and she also loved it. This place is BYOB and all of the staff are extremely nice. Can't wait to come back and try more - def a cant miss in Pilsen.
Great food, romantic ambience. Prices are typical for Italian fare at a nice restaurant. Would definitely go again to try other foods.
Great place to grab a bite! I've ordered ahead of time by calling for take out and haven't ever had a problem. The staff is always very attentive.