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    El Fogón Tapatio

    4.8 (18 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Carne asada taco dinner
    Mirella K.

    This place got me screaming from the rooftops. I swear the food here would be TikTok viral worthy (!!!!) and I mean that. I've had El Fogón Tapatio 3x now. All of them have been takeout experiences, I can't even imagine how insane it must taste being served immediately because that's how delicious and fresh their takeout is. Their steak taco dinner is unbeatable. I don't know how they marinade their meat, or how they make their refried beans, or what tortillas they're using but every single ingredient here down to the cilantro & onion is always of highest quality and freshness. Their al pastor is out of this world too, probably the best I've had in years. I am blown away by their tacos and the accompaniments every time. Easily top 3 best Mexican spots in the area in my opinion, with their al pastor being #1. The employees are always so welcoming and kind when I get my order. The hospitality is unmatched. The space inside has plenty of seating and truly feels like you're in the humble abode of a true Mexican restaurant. Reasonably priced too. You already know I will continue going here! I highly recommend this place!!

    Chips and salsa to begin
    John M.

    I'd dined at this modest restaurant's predecessor--typically after a few beers at the across-the-street GO Tavern--and was anxious to give El Fogón Tapatio a try. I wasn't disappointed! The al pastor burrito I ordered was served promptly. It was both delicious and enormous; so large that I ate half and took home the other half. It came with a generous serving of grilled onions and jalopeños. I'll definitely be back!

    Sejal R.

    Alright. Hands down best quesabirra with goat I have had. The owner is so chill and friendly as well. I was walking by and noticed they did birria with goat and was so excited to try. Super flavorful and a solid portion that's given. The hibiscus tea is sooo refreshing too ! Definitely a place to check out.

    Great tacos. Juicy, good price, delicious, friendly staff and chef, free homemade chips. Highly recommend.

    Birria, so good!!!
    Connie A.

    Ate there last night and loved it! It was such a pleasant surpriseOur favorites were the birria from Jalisco and the steak and pastor tacos. Of course food was paired with a bottled coke and finished with horchata. When there are so many places to choose from in Chicago, its always good to find gems such as this one with delicious food at reasonable prices and great attentive staff! The owner, Francisco, being present, working and greeting customers says a lot!

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    HUGE delish beef burrito. Will definitely be coming back. I am interested to try their breakfast as well.

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    This will be my new go to for Mexican. Burrito was fantastic, tons of meat, salsa was fresh, im going to be here a lot.

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