“The carne asada burrito satisfied that craving I had. I usually get the tacos but I might be sold on the burrito. I liked the filling and it had excellent flavor.Everyone was friendly and able to joke around while being professional and accommodating. The service was top notch during the busy dinner rush.This is probably my favorite place in the area to grab a quick taco or burrito.“
“Good quality pub fare. Warm and family friendly with a nice bar. Service can be a little rough, but it's friendly and they've trying. Great rooftop when the weather's nice.Kid-friendliness: Always plenty of families with children“
“Must try place for mexican food lovers!They have vegetarian options available in all the menu they have! Which is quite good and impressive! Especially the green and red salsa i liked it the most!Tried their new drinks tastes so good!(strawberry peach fresca)The green salsa enchiladas are good must recommend food for mexican food loversOverall experience great must recommended place“
“Amazing food - while we are sad they closed the restaurant operations, at least they are still open for take out. Show them some love if you can, the vegan/vegetarian community needs to rally for thesefolks.Vegetarian options: These folks are frankly putting out Frontera quality vegan food - and we love Frontera.“
“Woooow woooow y wooow! Súper recomendado! Los dueños y sus hijos etc super atentos! Todo es fresco, el agua de horchata de chocolate me encanto! Las tortillas hechas a mano en el momento, lo mejor de todo poder platicar con el dueño y su esposa y que nos compartieran su historia de como comenzaron, anécdotas y mucho más! Felicidades! Y que sigan creciendo!“
“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.“
“Quesabirria is such an amazing gem in Chicago and the Pilsen neighborhood. Don't let Taco Bell fool you, this is the OG here. The owner is always here to take orders. Menu is very straightforward and delicious. There is indoor seating is minimal and when they sell out for the day, that's it so go early and get it when you can. The restroom is clean and they play some funky jams. We really love this place and hope they stay forever. Sitting here on a Sunday when they open at noon writing this makes it that much better!“
“Tepalcates is incredible! Everything we ordered was so delicious. The owner is so helpful, explaining the menu and helping us select the perfect dinner. It's our new favorite Mexican place! (Sorry no photos... we couldn't wait to dig in !)“
“We had drinks in The Aldermen portion. The drinks were incredible. Best gin and tonic I’ve ever had. Lance was running the show that night. We told him what we liked, and he nailed it. I would seriously put Lance as one of the best bartenders in the world. Yes, we will be back. Sad thing is, when I go other places, they won’t compare. The Pilsen Yards space looked fun, and did have great outdoor space. Another one of Chicago’s great neighborhoods to explore.“
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“I was hesitant to try El Tragón, I've passed by many times and just didn't get the feel for it. Big forking mistake! The place is absolutely fantastic, the exterior does this place no justice. The birria was amazing! Tasty, not overly spiced or greasy; the tortillas hot and salsa spicy! Con una coka bien fría, que más !“
“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.“
“I must say that the food was very delicious, the service from Daniel was excellent, the quesabirrias are delicious, and the micheladas are on point, I highly recommend this place and I hope to return soon, every time I come on a trip to Chicago this is my place favorite.“
“I’m always looking to try new places and if you’re a looker too look no further!!! I tried three different tacos- short rib, bulgogi, and shrimp- all delish. The star here was the Korean street bbq wings! The wings were absolutely to die for, they were so good that I immediately checked to see if this place was on Uber eats or DoorDash. Sadly they aren’t but I hope hope hope they will be in the future! Amazing food, def check them out“
“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!“
“Really good and flavorful food. Empanadas were smaller than I expected but the sauce for it was fire. Arepas were stuffed with meat. The hot sauce was definitely a winner tho with just the right amount of spice (bit on the hot side just how i like it) and super “
“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.“
“The Quesobirria was super delicious. The tortillas are literally handmade and fresh to order. I was impressed how attentive the staff was. Came with a couple of friends from out of town and I definitely think this place nailed a super delicious quesobirria. I will definitely come back. Found my new spot for birria!“
“Went to experience Mimi's as fries are my favorite and who doesn't enjoy good tacos. My family and I ordered Birria tacos, loaded Jerk fries, sautéed broccoli and the house made Italian ice. The food was 8/10, I have had the pleasure of tasting other fusion Jerk type tacos in past this was sweet with slight heat and super enjoyable. My only complaint is if I'm going to a place that has Fries in name, I'd like to think fries should be handmade and a star standing alone I don't think that is the case here. The broccoli though was insane with garlic butter, I'd go back just for them tbh.“
“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!“
“Not a place for cheap tacos but very tasty and high quality!Recommend the duck taco!We came early so no issue with getting served right away but it is a small space that looks like it could be packed.Definitely would give this place a try, but expect to pay for the quality!“
“Excellent, literally perfect shrimp tacos like Cali style. Chicken burritos are always great but they’re made differently every time which is a little annoying, I wish they could be more consistent with the ratios. The wait times can be frustrating as well as it can take over 20min to get your order unless you order for takeout. The lines get really packed at peak hours. I’ve seen plenty of people leave bc the line was just unruly. They could make some improvements with efficiency.“
“You want the best tacos you’ve ever had…in life. Go here. They are consistently good and I love how the food is always packaged well. The chicken baby is THEE best chicken taco I have ever had. I usually order steak tacos but the chicken baby converted me to a chicken taco lover! It is so well seasoned & tender. It’s just *chef’s kiss*“
“Tacos? Perfect.Rice? Perfect.Beans? Perfect.The staff is so incredibly friendly, the environment is super cool and great photo spot, and there is amazing graffiti artwork on the side of the building that also makes a great picture opportunity. I highly recommend the Surf n’ Turf taco. I hope to be coming back again very soon. If you need somewhere that is quick and delicious do not hesitate to stop here.“
“Lucidos has THE BEST Al pastor in the entire city of Chicago . I've been to a few dozen taco places in Chicago and this is the best of the best Al pastor. On el trompo is a good sign that they'll be delicious. On top of the spit it a whole pineapple which tastes so much better a little bit charred and not too sweet - unlike using canned pineapples as some restaurants do. The service is very friendly and it's a casual ambiance. I will absolutely be back. Love this place.“
“I am an avid eater!!, yes and I have been comparing this place and it’s simply great. The place is clean, food is very good and authentic and most of the family works. Only concern is that the place is small and it gets crowded on weekends.“
“Creative, high quality dishes. A bit pricey, though it lives up to the cost.The steak tartare was very flavorful. Its was quite dressed for a tartare, i.e. not meat-forward. The duck was fantastic, as was the saffron prawn gnocchi. Like the flavors or not, none of the dishes were boring, ingredients were great, and the execution was beyond question.The blood and sand was perhaps the best balanced smoky scotch cocktail I’ve had. Partner’s bohemian was also very good.“
“I went here a few weeks ago. The tacos were so amazing. My friends and I rave about them since going. They also have really delicious margaritas (strong, but you cannot tell from the taste!).Quick and friendly service! Highly recommend, I will be returning.“
“CHILE this food was so friggin good! And 95% of the menu is gluten free! Gluten-free fried fish tacos!? Gluten-free fried chicken!? Homemade gluten-free corn tortillas!? I don't even eat ground beef but baby that ground beef taco with that homemade hard shell was heaven! And don't let me just start on the crema! It was so good I almost cried. It's not your regular grandma. They literally put love in it, it had some kind of citrus twist on it! I can drink it it was so good. And then their beverages! Lord help me! That limeade will give me diabetes if I dont exercise self control because I'm hooked!Omg I forgot about the elotes! It was sooooo delicious and full of texture and flavor. Whewww.. 10/10!“
“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.“
“The loveliest hospitality. Our server Jonathan and his manager went above and beyond to help us celebrate a 13 year olds birthday, playing Olivia Rodrigo for her and getting her a box of donuts to enjoy from a neighboring shop. They truly made the evening special for everyone.And Jonathan was amazing, seamless service, thoughtful recommendations, what a gem!“
“Truly authentic, and really incredible food. I don’t know how they get their Carne Asada so tender, but it’s really fantastic! Their Al Pastor is to die for as well! Also recently tried there Carne Asada enchiladas with Mole sauce. Homemade Mole was blissful! My wife had their chicken enchiladas. Really incredible. They have this wonderful tangy cheesy chicken filling and she got the green sauce on top. Sumptuous! I’ve eaten good Mexican food all over the US, and in Mexico, and this place is a real gem. Throw in very reasonable prices, a great owner chef who’s passionate about what he does, and you’ve got a trifecta!“
“Nice little neighborhood place. The hours are odd so you have to check if they are open. I think they close mon-wed. I found this place looking for queso birria tacos. For $15 you get 4 decent sized tacos with the consommé. Great meaty tacos, I'm a big guy and I usually could knock out 8-10 tacos. I could only eat 6 here. The guacamole was big enough for me and my buddy. They have a juice bar inside and we ordered off of the server's recommendation. She recommended a pineapple drink and it was solid. We ended up getting a second order of drinks for the road. They don't have parking but you should be able to find something across the street. Place is clean and the cook wore gloves. I appreciate when a place is clean and people are wearing gloves. The waitress/server was very helpful and had great recommendations. She was easy to talk to since I don't speak Spanish. There was a bunch of online orders and takeout which in my opinion is good. That means there's no old food, they sell it all and buy fresh. Bathrooms were clean. I noticed the table next to me ordered a latte and seen they had an espresso machine. I haven't tried the coffee so I can't talk about the quality. Just that they have an espresso machine. I like this place a lot. Very friendly staff, great food and great amount of food for the price. Looking forward to my next visit. Thank you.“
“The Challah French toast is AMAZING! We loved everything we ordered. I’m only taking away 1 star because the coffee was pretty terrible. When your food is next level, please serve coffee that is up to your clearly incredibly high standards! Intelligentsia? Metropolis? We have so many great local choices! But, overall, fantastic experience! We’ll be back!“
“Been grocery shopping here for so many years till I moved to the south side. Today I visited while I was up north. Service hasn’t changed and the meat prices are still pretty good even though COVID threatened many small businesses. I was happy to see many familiar faces.“
“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.“
“New location and best tacos.. service is great, the waitress comes often to check on you. The carne asada has great flavor. Try the place you will not be disappointed. Every chance I am in the south side I will be going to this place.. My sister also orders the Alpastor and loves them.“
“Yummy for my tummy! Asparagus tacos for breakfast this morning! Picked up at the Hyde Park Farmers' Market. That was a year ago. Recently I celebrated my birthday with friends at an outdoor movie night. I ordered Taylor’s tacos for the group and when I tell you they were a hit? Believe me. Steak, asparagus, shrimp and the salad were so delicious. The toppings were on point. A real gourmet experience. Taylor and Maya are professionals who give exceptional customer service. And guess what 4 days later my office staff ordered from Taylor’s Tacos for my retirement. I was in heaven. For a delicious meal you can’t beat this company.“
“Real Mexican tacos! Tacos and tortas are very well served, the people is very friendly and the food was out at a super speed. Restroom was very clean too. The tables and the whole place look a bit old but clean, clean, clean!Kid-friendliness: Our kids love plain tacos but even for the picky eaters they have chicken nuggets, fries, burgers and quesadillas, so I would say it is a very good place to eat with kids. Plus the beverages are delicious.“
“The food here was amazing! We came to try the queso birria tacos and they did not disappoint! We had a steak burrito and the chicken al pastor tacos as well. The service was friendly and the place was very clean. The food came quickly and was so good! The salsa’s were delicious and complimented our meal.Dietary restrictions: All the food was halal!“
“This is another great family owned and operated buisness. They have a wide variety of specialty sandwiches. They offer variety of dinner options. I haven't used the catering before but I'm sure these guys are good at it. The restaurant is a hidden gem and need to look for it a little. It's clean and didn't see any signs of insects, etc....The specialize in Mexican food but as I said they have multiple specialty dinners that are not Mexican. I personally ordered a patty melt to see how they tasted, and it was great. Please support family owned businesses. I think corporate will do fine. ENJOY!!!!Parking: Plenty of parking.Wheelchair accessibility: It's ADA compliant.“
“Rossy and her team are absolutely amazing! My husband and I knew we wanted to do great and delicious mexican food for our wedding and we were struggling to find someone who could do that in a large venue setting, and was willing to travel to Janesville, Wisconsin. I found Rossy through tons of research online and so happy I did! She is so incredibly kind and we enjoyed taking the drive to Chicago where she cooked right in front of us a variety of options to try for our wedding.I know that my husband and I probably over communicated often in the 9 months leading up to the wedding with tons of questions and making sure all would go right. She was so patient and kind, communicated with us as we needed, and made sure we were confident with the day of.The day of was amazing! The set up of the food was great for a buffet for 220 people! It was delicious and was a HUGE talk even after the wedding from family and friends. She had plenty of food that people were able to go up for seconds if they wanted to! :)Her team was so friendly and fast. We are so thankful for her and her team to make the trip out to Janesville and for all her support. We recommend her 10 out of 10! Thank you!“
“I've come here a few times and the food is always excellent. The staff are always so kind and polite especially since I don't speak Spanish very well. I absolutely love the sopas you can't really order those at a Mexican restaurant unless it's actually AUTHENTIC. Absolutely highly recommend this establishment. Everything on the menu taste great. Try the steak sopas you won't be disappointed!“
“Food is amazing nice and fresh, staff is even more amazing!!! Food isn’t super expensive. They have tables to eat, gaming. I will be coming here more often.Parking: Lots of room.Kid-friendliness: Kids have a variety of food to choose from“
“This place is legit! I’ve been meaning to try this little taco shop since I can walk to it - yesterday I finally did and wow! Surprised me at how great the food was and will definitely be back again.The inside is small but can seat a few folks but it’s the tables outside that make for a great spot to enjoy some tasty food with friends. Make sure to grab a horchata too! So yummy!“
“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.“
“On November 17, 2023 I stopped at this Mexican restaurant and gave them a try with little to know chance right before my hair appointment and when I tell you one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve been to in a very long time the food was freshly prepared the restaurant was clean and the customer service was A1 any time I’m in Chicago on the southwest side this would be a restaurant I would have to go to so for anyone reading this go here“
“These tacos are ON POINT! I can’t believe he doesn’t have a whole building dedicated to this (although the stand does feel a bit more homemade/genuine). The sauce selections slap, the tacos come out flavorful and the price is just Love!“
“Cozy little outside patio place to sit and eat with small walk up hut to order from the window. Friendly owner and his parents run the place. Tacos were made to order and delicious. Great flavor and good salsas. Right next to tennis courts and short walk to the water. Looking forward to returning next time we're in the area.“
“I was a bit skeptical at the beginning as I got there in the middle of the afternoon. Once the tacos came and I took a bite I was hooked.Yes the tacos are $5 but they are LOADED. I had the chicken Al Pastor and the steak. Both insanely good. The staff is nice and the vibe is chill. If you are in Oak Park and have a taco craving head there. You won’t be disappointed.“