Ambiance - casual, offers indoor and outdoor seating Service - order by the kiosks or up front by the cashier, you are given and number & you find your own table Food - tacos were overall drenched in a lot of sauce but flavorful read more

Flaco's Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was in Chicago for a very specific mission: get my passport situation sorted before an international trip. Stress levels were high, but thankfully the folks at the Chicago Passport Agency had everything moving smoothly. With a little time before heading back to pick it up, I figured I should grab lunch. That's when Flaco's Tacos, just a couple doors down, started calling my name. And I'm really glad I listened. The moment I walked in I thought, yep...this is the spot. No gimmicks. No trendy taco fusion experiments. Just the unmistakable signs of a legit taqueria: a Mexican mama working the kitchen in the back, the smell of grilled meat filling the air, and a cooler full of aguas frescas ready to go. I ordered three tacos: al pastor, grilled fish, and carne asada. This was the real deal. No sour cream. No piles of shredded cheese. Just onions, cilantro, and a little squeeze of lime if you want it. The al pastor was the star of the show--perfectly seasoned, juicy, and so flavorful it honestly didn't even need the lime. The grilled fish taco had a great sauce that added flavor without overpowering the fish. And the carne asada was everything a classic street taco should be--simple, savory, and excellent with a little salsa verde. And don't get me started on the Agua de Jamaica. It might seem like a small detail, but the woman serving me filled the cup with just the right amount of ice--cold and refreshing without watering it down. It was the perfect companion to a plate of tacos. You can keep your fancy tacos. Give me Flaco's tacos and a cold Jamaica any day. And honestly? If every passport emergency ended with tacos like this, I wouldn't mind renewing mine a little more often. read more

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8/11/26: Good drunk food, hits the spot when i need some lowkey fast food cravings. Love their margs tho read more

Flaco's Tacos - Marg flight - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really love this place! Fun vibes, festive decor, fresh food, and fast and friendly service. This place is always lively and I see why. I've been here a few times and it's delicious. The people are friendly and the food is excellent. So far I've tried their bowls and their tacos. I had a Pronto box with two tacos, with refried beans and rice. So good! The meats are very tender and flavorful. I also love their steak bowl. I love tacos and these really live up to the hype. My boyfriend enjoyed his chicken quesadillas too. Very flavorful and a generous amount of cheese. The guacamole is phenomenal!! Wow! The horchata is yummy and the sangria is good too. Their green salsa is fantastic and the right amount of spicy. Really good food and very reasonable prices. A great neighborhood spot. I'll be a regular. read more

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1st time stopping at Flacos Tacos. We were in the area and decided to grab some quick lunch. Quick service and really good food! read more

Flaco's Tacos - Quesabirria 3 Pack - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Look I live in Chicago Illinois, having tacos, prepared by and served from people from ts place of its origin is not unusual. Thus when I find a joint that is clearly geared to western audiences And still find a taco satisfying that's always a pleasant surprise. Anyway, I'm writing this review like two weeks later(Yelp kept on bugging me) so my memory isn't as good. I remember however that the Al Pastor was amazing- it came with pineapples. That alone is worth the trip. read more

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We were restaurant hopping and this was one of our stops. First of all the service was great and fast. The restaurant has a hole in the wall vibe and set up. The taco was decent but not something I'd love to keep coming back for. They do have horchata that allow for one refill which was the main reason we stopped by cause we were craving for a sweet treat! read more

Flaco's Tacos - Al pastor and carne asada tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were pleasantly surprised! We had to find a quick place near the Auditorium before the performance and so glad we found Flaco's! They were so fast and it was very yummy and very reasonably priced! We will definitely be back! read more

Flaco's Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Always see a lot of people dining in so decided to give it a shot. Definitely did not match up to my expectations. Food was not great and did not feel fresh either .. tacos Maya or Dos Bros is a much better option. read more

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Tasty authentic Mexican food! This location is super cute and has many seating options. The staff is super friendly, has amazing recommendations, and served us very quickly. Tried the ancho-chicken bowl, it was very savory and everything melded together. Also tried the mini burrito platter with 2 chicken and 2 steak! They were delicious and perfect for someone who wants to try different flavors. They have an amazing selection of Mexican soda and horchata as well. Prices are also on the lower end considering the area. Highly recommend! read more

Flaco's Tacos - Mini-Burrito Plate - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Printer's Row isn't just about print shops and literature. It's got some spice! It's close to Grant Park, and has a cozy bookstore across the street to boot! After the annual Printer's Row Lit Fest, I was ready to eat a horse! But, I ended up at this kitschy joint. The service was friendly. Although they made a mistake on my order, they corrected it swiftly and said I could keep the burrito. That's how you provide Good customer service and retain patronage. I love the freshness of all the vegetables and herbs, and the large slices of avocados. The Horchata was meh. If you want great Horchata, go to Carbon on 26th St. I will give this place a 3.5 star for the fresh ingredients, the friendly service, the vibe and the location. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Look at those big chucks of avacado slices! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Tacos were quite underwhelming unfortunately. And the quesadillas are 80% cheese which was really disappointing. Staff and ambiance are great but I will likely not return. read more

Nice staff and quick service--a great neighborhood spot. The chips and salsa were a solid choice. I almost got full on the chips alone because they were so addicting (oily and crunchy, YUM) I really liked their tacos, especially the shrimp tacos. The shrimp were perfectly cooked and the sauce complemented them nicely. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fun atmosphere - great variety with fresh ingredients. Simple kiosk ordering with pictures and all the options. Hot sauce bottles could use a little attention. Good value. read more

This was our first time here, and we ended up coming two days in a row! We came during happy hour and started with the chips and queso! I really likes their chips, they're thick and crunchy. I ordered the Barbacoa and fish. The barbacoa was really good! I didn't care for the fish as much. We also had the horchata which was good! He got 2 chicken and 2 steak and enjoyed them. The staff was really friendly and prices seemed reasonable, appetizer, drink and 6 tacos for under $40 before tip. We came back the next day and had quesadillas. We'll definitely be back. read more

Dearest Flaco's... I love y'all so much. Was an amazing spot when I was in the dorms during college, and is STILL an amazing spot after work. Try the pazole... you won't regret it. The drinks are Strong... with a capital S. The Frozen Sangarita rocks. Always get cilantro and onions. This location is such a great stop on the way home or the way out -- love you Flaco's!! read more

Visited Flaco's Tacos for lunch with two friends. The cashier greeted us and provided menus. There also is a self service kiosk. I opted for the kiosk since it included pictures. It was very simple to order food from the kiosk. I opted to try two different types of tacos, Al Pastor and Street Corn Chicken. Prices are very reasonable. My order was brought to my table within minutes of ordering. Both tacos were delicious. I preferred the Al Pastor. One of my friends ordered a basket of chips for our table. The chips were crisp and delicious. I definitely enjoyed my visit to Flaco's Tacos and will visit again if I am in the area. I recommend visiting the restaurant. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tacos were delicious and the burritos came out really well. I defiantly recommend the street chicken. The staff is pretty friendly and the environment is welcoming. read more

I have since come back to Flaco's and the tacos were amazing! Thank you for taking my previous experience into consideration!

Their tacos are fresh and delicious. I recommend the shrimp tacos. I definitely would recommend trying them out,

If I could give this place 10 stars I would. They're so polite to me every time I come in (which is a lot since I live around the corner!) To-go bottled margaritas & their chicken burritos have me kicking my feet every weekend in excitement. A little pricey but nothing that tastes this good doesn't come without a hefty price! Try all of their to-go margaritas!! read more

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I'm not sure why it took me this long to review flacos tacos. Wes been a few times and tonight we ordered for pick up and enjoyed at home. I ordered the steak taco and the Al pastor taco, my husband ordered the steak burrito, and I ordered my toddler the kids meal (chicken taco with rice and beans) and OBVIOUSLY we ordered the hibiscus margaritas to go too. The two tacos was enough to make me really full and my husband said the burrito was enough! He ordered a taco on the side and saved it for tomorrow. I super love their to go margaritas and it's probably the # 1 reason we order from here. However, with that said, their tacos are fantastic as well! I know in the past I've also ordered the steak tostada bowl and have loved it!! Inside, I do love the decors and bright colors. There's ample seating and in the warmer months there's a small patio on Dearborn. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Hibiscus Flaco's Margarita (16 oz) - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I don't know why everyone hating on these tacos! I looked around best for ur buck n better. needed som good tacos n hard to find close n walking distance 5/5 bout to go there again as we speak ! read more

The food was delicious, and the service was quick. The staff was super friendly, and the manager was very attentive. She ensured we enjoyed our food and drinks. Must try the margaritas - they're a 10 out of 10!!! Recommend going during the day and will definitely come back. read more

Flaco's Tacos - House-Marinated Steak Taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Margaritas good. Got steak taco and they were terrible! Meat tastes like hard dog Purina! read more

Totally solid tacos. I'm sure they would've tasted even better if I hadn't got them to go. I'm definitely coming back and appreciate that someone spotted me and brought my order out since I had my dogs with me. The chip portions are crazy big. And the tacos are also bigger than most. Loved it. read more

I enjoyed the tacos at this restaurant. My favourite would be the fish taco, the chicken was good, while the shrimp taco was just ok. Portion sizes are very good and the three tacos were quite filling. Their margaritas were also very good! Definitely would recommend this restaurant. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Three tacos and a margarita - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I want to start off my saying that their house made chips, are absolutely delicious. They're on the greasy side but wow they're amazing. The Pumpkin Horchata is super sweet and delicious. Along with their regular Horchata. The interior is beautiful, and cozy. I gave an extra star, for the free Horchata refill. However, the steak tacos were dry. I felt like I needed to drink every time I was chewing, due to dryness from the tortillas, and the steak. I'm going to try this place at another time, but I wouldn't come here on my own. I strongly believe they're better taco places, for the price, and the quality of the steak. I wouldn't remember this restaurant like I do with the other Taco restaurants in Chicago. read more

So sad to write this because when I lived here, I loved Flacos tacos. Because I had fond memories, we decided to stop while visiting the city. I wish we went elsewhere. There is so much amazing food , especially Mexica food, that I would now tell people to not go to Flacos. To start, we order on the kiosk and sat outside. All the tables were dirty and not wiped down. I sent my boyfriend in to get us water. He went inside and asked the person behind the counter where the water cups are / could he have one. He told him they were by the door and "can't you see that? They're over there so people don't bother us" The service was just rude. The food runner did not want to help us and acted annoyed when we asked for their sauces. She just pointed at the empty table next to us, signaling we just take those. No words. For the food, it was okay. The chips were very cold and stale. Definitely made in the morning or day before. The tacos were good. No complains. The mini burritos were delicious, but the rice and beans that came with them were some of the flavorless sides I've ever had. Like not even salt on them. I just was super let down with my experience and will not be coming back sadly. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Taco & Mini-Burrito Plate - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Flaco Taco- which Queso God hurt you bro? If you even think to serve that water, oil, and flour mixture and call it queso??! I had a day and just wanted to end it with some chips and queso on the beach. I ordered from here and what a flop. The chips were good- the ONLY reason I gave 2 stars. The queso was the cheapest can (probably free government "cheese sauce") mixed with chopped jalapeños- nice of you to add but did not help. I rather pay a couple dollars extra and have a quality product. I never had any other food in your restaurant, this review is for chips and queso only. The red and green salsa was meh as well. Will never come back but highly recommend to pick a higher quality ingredients. Trust me, there's better cheap queso out there which you make money on. Remove that congealed goop off the menu. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Congealed goop with sliced jalapeños that this restaurant calls "queso" - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Hands down updating to 5 stars!!! I love flacos. Their food is so consistently delicious, great people, and wonderful place to bring my toddler. read more

Went Friday the beans were like soup and so was the guacamole. The manager wasn't friendly. I tried the beef meat was burnt chicken and another type everything was horrible and greasy I wouldn't suggest this place to my dog read more

I have been going to Flacos Tacos on Dearborn since it opened and they are celebrating 15 years or their Quinceanera! Tonight, I tried their new Chicken Flautas dinner which was so fabulous! It comes with rice and beans. These are stuffed with shredded chicken and have a lettuce, tomatoes and a sour cream topping! Say Hello to Ivan the manager who gives the best customer service! 5 STARS FLACOS! read more

I've heard nothing but great things about this place and had to try it out!! I got the black bean fajita burrito and absolutely loved it. It was filled with fresh veggies, very filling, and fairly priced. The mango margaritas are also HUGE and very tasty (they weren't too strong either which was perfect for me). The service was pretty quick given that I visited the same day as the St Patty's river day dye. I will 1000% be coming back read more

Service: This location is pretty much self serve. Grab a menu, seat yourself, and then go to the counter and place your order. Utensils, napkins, salsa, and water is on a counter for self service. Clean up your table, and throw your own garbage away. Ambience: Medium size eating area inside, and a few tables to eat at outside. Decoré is average for a taco spot. Space was clean when I was there. Food: The cowboy burrito that I had was an average size burrito. The flavors of the grilled onions, corn, guacamole, cheese, rice, beans, and steak all came together to make a very flavorful burrito. I was disappointed with the lack of steak inside the burrito for the price that I paid. I may order it again with extra meat. Overall, it was a good burrito for $12. I was happy with the Al pastor taco that I ordered as well. The pastor had a good texture and quality too it. It was moist and lean, no chewy fatty chunks of pork like I have been given at other taco spots in the city. The pineapples were cut small enough to compliment the flavor of the pastor but not so much that it over powered the taco. The sauce that they use with the pastor is pretty good as well. Lastly, I was content with the amount of meat that they used in the taco. There was about 2-3x as much meat on my taco than there was in my burrito. If I were to come to this restaurant again, then I think I'd get tacos rather than the burrito due to the amount of meat, or lack there of in the burrito. This spot isn't bad, but it doesn't really stand out from its competitors across the city. It's a nice option if you're looking for tacos in the area, but I couldn't see anybody driving to the south loop to specifically eat here, especially with Pilsen and little village being within the area. read more

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On the pricier side, but good chip quantity. Cozy vibes in the restaurant, it's quite small. Made for a nice night outing!

Good food at reasonable price. Friendly staff. Margaritas tasty but weak. Outdoor dining available.

We had the house made steak bowl and chicken and corn bowl with mango margaritas. It was delicious and well made. Very fresh ! read more

Flaco's Tacos - The mango Margarita and Street Corn Chicken Bowl . So good and freshHouse-Marinated Steak Bowl, was tender and nice. - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I've had flacos tacos twice and it was good both times. I've only had it to go or delivered. Each time I've gotten steak tacos, rice, and chips and guacamole. The chips taste very fresh and I could snack on them all day. I enjoy the steak tacos as well. I'll be back again. read more

I loved the cozy atmosphere. You can order from a screen or from the friendly staff. The food came fast. The margaritas are large and strong. The food was delicious and came in large portions. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Taco Pronto Box - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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