I am in Chicago often for appointments at Northwestern and have tried lots of restaurants for a quick meal. Ended up at Flaco's for happy hour and it did not disappoint. I was born and raised in San Diego and was just in San Diego over the weekend. So of course my taco standards are very high. I don't know who said these are not authentic...ok so some of the flavor combos might not be what you find on a street cart taco in TJ- but OMG these were the best tacos I've had in a long time! All the authentic flavors you would expect and love in a taco!. The tortillas are hot and fresh. Taste like they were made 2 seconds ago (they don't make them onsite but they are delivered fresh daily). I tried three different tacos and the marg flight. The chicken street corn taco was something I'd drive 2.5 hours to try again! read more

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My husband and I were visiting Chicago and on the way to our train stop, I saw a sign that said margaritas, so we took a little detour here first. We went on a Friday and it happened to be happy hour! I wish I would've read the specials and menu better, because we ordered lime margaritas before I saw that they had margarita flights for $7 during happy hour! I would've gone with that, but the marg we got was still a good second. It was a welcome frozen treat on a warm day after a ton of walking. It definitely tasted like they just freeze a cheap mix, but the presentation was pretty. Service was fabulous, the guy working the counter was helpful and friendly. I really liked that they had an ad to support the Illinois Coalition for Immigrants and Refugee rights. The lotería stickers you get for donating were cute too. While we were drinking our Margs, we saw that they had chicken tacos for $2 during happy hour so we got one to split (we were headed to dinner). It was one of the best tacos! The tortilla was warm and flavorful with plenty of chicken. We liked both salsas, neither was spicy. read more

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Came here with a coworker to grab a quick lunch during our business trip. Menu options and prices were OK. There was indoor and outdoor seating available. I got the al pastor and fish tacos and my coworker got the al pastor bowl. We also got chips and guac to share, and horchata and hibiscus as drinks. The taste seemed weak to me. It didn't seem like it was seasoned well and the flavor profile felt lacking. The horchata also tasted a bit powdery and tasted a bit off. Overall it was a casual and fast spot to grab some food when in a rush. I don't think I'd be rushing back here on my next visit to Chicago though. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Al pastor and fish tacos, Al pastor bowl, chips and guac, horchata and Jamaica hibiscus juice - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Consistent lunch spot for my coworkers and I. Quality is the same on each visit and I would highly recommend the bowls! Their chips are freshly made and their guacamole is delicious. On occasion they have an horchata with espresso- I wish this was a staple menu item! It is delicious, but I've only seen it available once or twice. Their lunch staff is friendly and the service is very quick. Their aguas frescas are also fresh and delicious. There is seating and restrooms inside, and when it is warm out you can sit on their patio. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Al Pastor Bowl and Quesadilla Con Carne (Marinated Steak) - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This was a very random stop for us on our way to catch the Red Line. We had joked that we wished we could just get a margarita and suddenly Flaco's appeared! We ordered the margs before we actually looked at the menu and realized they're all frozen, which isn't typically my favorite, but these were really good! We also decided to get a couple tacos since we had the opportunity and they were delicious! read more

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

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This was my first time in Chicago and my husband's second, so I let him take the lead when it came to finding tacos. We had been walking around all day and were on the verge of getting hangry when he remembered a place he'd visited on his last trip. When we walked in, it wasn't too packed--it was still early for dinner. My husband ordered the pozole, while my mother-in-law and I both had the chicken tacos. I also ordered the sangria. Everything was delicious and packed with flavor the service was great and the restaurant was clean but more can you ask for would definitely visit again if I was in Chicago read more

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Love this place - frozen bottle of margaritas are my fav!! Lovely little place . We love burritos and nachos and kids love the quesadillas!! We live very close to it so it's always a pick up . read more

Delicious little taco shop. Food came out really fast, every taco we tried was delicious, and the frozen margaritas were surprisingly strong. A nice chill spot for a quick lunch with a nice vibe. Would definitely recommend. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Flaco's Frozen Margarita (16 oz.) Ancho Chicken Taco Al Pastor Taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tacos and Quesadillas were great. Extremely fast service. Frozen Margarita was on point.

Yes! Great place to dip in and have some tacos. The prices are not bad for downtown. Their green sauce has a great kick to it. I flood my tacos with that stuff. This place deserves 5 stars. read more

Really great tacos! Absolutely delicious! I was impressed by how full they were. Great prices also. The food came out really quick. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Cowboy Taco Al Pastor Taco Shrimp Taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food is spectacular! I don't think you can find a better Mexican restaurant than this one in the city! Quick service, very authentic and the salsas are divine!!! read more

Being of Mex heritage and having lived and traveled in and through the US I have consumed a fair amount of Mex food ranging from Fair to Great in quality and taste. In my opinion Flaco Taco falls in the lower part of that range. Flaco's Taco presents as a fast food joint and as such ambiance is a non-starter. The food (tacos - carne asada combo) was average at best ... the sides (rice/beans and chips) were below average. Having recently relocated to Chicago I will seek out other Mex eateries in the hopes that I will find a "go-to" establishment... Flaco's Tacos unfortunately does not fit that bill.. read more

My workplace ordered tacos from here for our staff, and I had never heard of the restaurant before. I was impressed with the meal. Everything arrived warm and I tried a variety of tacos, all of which were tasty. I'd like to visit their location in the future and try more! read more

Different style taco shop in downtown Chicago. Food was great, the Jamaica water was delicious. The service was prompt and friendly.

During a work trip in Chicago, I wanted something quick-ish to eat, so my concierge suggest Flaco's Tacos. The service? Excellent. My server explained my options and kindly put my drink in a to go bottle for my convenience since I had a bit of a walk back to my hotel. This spot is super festive with indoor and outdoor seating, so perfect for Taco Tuesday or any lovely summer session. I ordered the shrimp tacos with rice and beans, and jamaica/hibiscus drink. I don't love corn tortillas but my gosh- these were fantastic! Fresh, seasoned well and paired wonderfully with the two sauces (red and green). The rice and beans were a hit too. As a West Indian, I'm used to more ginger and spices in my hibiscus drinks, HOWEVER, it was a great way to cool down. As much as I want to explore what else Chicago has to offer, the temptation to return here has been living rent free in my head! P.S- I hope they create a shrimp and/or fish option for the bowls! read more

Flaco's Tacos - Jamaica Hibiscus Tea - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Food was great. Really liked the queso, I'm not usually a huge fan but this was delicious. Guacamole was great as well! Pictured all our food! Chips were homemade, crunchy deliciousness!!!! Service was good. Self service and come first come serve on seats. Bar type stools and a few low tops. Authentic Mexican for sure read more

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We're not too late for #tacotuesday We love heading down the street to get some Flacos Tacos! Even their outside seating is quite nice and rustic. The sauces are made with perfect consistency every time we eat here! Plus $1 tacos where could you go wrong? read more

Flaco's Tacos - Al Pastor Taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good tacos for a good price! Staff was okay- not super friendly & served us somebody else's order. They fixed it quickly and food was fresh. I think they were just a little stressed with lots of customers! read more

Really good tacos, not greasy like at other taco places. Very clean as well. Full drink menu, good margaritas. We got to sit out on the patio and had a really good time. Very clean as well! read more

Ordered the street corn chicken burrito which was good for what it was. Nothing special and growing up in LA, the Mexican food doesn't compare. This place is a decent spot, but if you're looking for authentic Mexican food, then this might not be it. However this place has great prices and is very convenient. read more

Easy, casual, fast, cheap & yummy! Those are the best words to describe Flaco Taco's. I'm a big fan of this place!!!! Good quality tacos for a really good price. You order at the corner which makes this a quick & easy place to eat. The best part about this place is they have options for everyone - veggie, chicken, fish, pork, shrimp, ect. AND they have to-go margaritas that are sooo good. Love this place! read more

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

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Goated . The fact that this spot has sub 4 stars is a testament to how narcissistic Chicago people get about their ability to "critique food". Not everyone is a food influencer man. Have had plenty of of people come visit chicago, brought every single one of them here - they all loved it. Talk to me nice read more

My tacos were so amazing! I was also pleased by the customer service by the cashier. So refreshing to see nice people in fast food restaurants. read more

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

Idk why the rating is 3.5. The veggie burrito is 5 stars!! Prices are super reasonable too

Super good authentic Mexican food and they have to go margaritas! The service was great too. Will definitely be back!

Had catering from here for a lunch meeting, and found the food filling and enjoyable. The guacamole and chips were great, although I do wish the guacamole had just a bit more lime. Loved the chip texture- fresh and crunchy! The refried beans were very smooth and more "liquid-y" in texture than what I'm used to, but still tasted good (a little too salty but nice bean flavor). The tacos had an ample amount of meat. Not a huge taco fan in general, but these tasted pretty decent. The rice was mid, a bit undercooked and not particularly flavorful. The catering order was the 12 people package, and there was a lot of food left over. It came in a very big box! read more

Great service. Awesome food Will return back. I enjoyed the atmosphere and I like the fact you can eat outside.

I can't believe that this is how my food was given to em at the restaurant. The service was pretty good and the ambiance seemed lively. I'm just super disappointed that my food looks picked over and not edible. read more

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

We stopped in here after finding out that the Potbelly's across the street was closed, and Soupbox was long gone. We came for quick carryout and it was good! I did not take any pictures of the food, as when food travels it becomes less 'photogenic'. I took a nice festive picture of the closed dining room. I got the black bean tamale and the fish taco, I think. (so sorry this was 2 1/2 weeks ago!). I will definitely go back to try more. If it wasn't so hectic and troubled on Chicago Avenue I'd consider dine-in when they open. Maybe the margaritas would be worth it.. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Holiday festive decorations - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were in town for the Chicago marathon, and they had excellent tasty options that were plenty filling but didn't make you feel bloated. I think they also have drinks. Would 100% come back if I'm in the neighborhood - low key, high taste. read more

Tried this place because of the convenience to my hotel and it was just all around terrible. The cashier was very unhelpful, unprofessional and almost nasty. Had a friend waiting for him and they kept talking about needing to get to their evening plans. How about the plans your customers have to have a decent experience that they're paying for? He even came to the counter with a hairdryer and declared that no one should use the restroom because he was about to get dressed. I could not believe what I was observing but had already paid for my meal. My friend asked for his opinion about taco choices and he was really rude about it. Food was mediocre; under seasoned and not very good. How can anyone make bad tacos? Tried the fish tacos (no seasoning and it had no texture); shrimp Tacos had overcooked and rubbery texture. Guacamole was horrible and served almost frozen. There is no way that was made on premises and if they did, it was stale and had been in the freezer. It was so cold that it was inedible. Space could use some effort... read more

I really like this place! It's a great location; walking distance from red line Chicago Ave exit is convenient. Water Tower location is my favorite location as its close to Shopping and Michigan Ave. When I want Mexican food, this is my go-to place for dining with friends or alone. I have taken out of town friends here for dinner, eaten with family for lunch and celebrated birthdays with close friends. Recently I had a snack for myself was a great break for me. There's indoor and outdoor seating (if weather permits) at the 3 Chicago locations. I have been to all 3 Chicago sites: Water Tower: my favorite. Close to shops, people watching, great energy. Edgewater: best outdoor seating, even had a heat lamp when I ate outdoors one winter. Printers Row: I found this location intimate. I'd only go to this place with friends and won't go here at night by myself. Sign up for their Rewards Program if you eat here often. When I think of Tacos Flavos I think of great food and great times! Their Margaritas are fantastic!! read more

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Best tacos I've ever had. I got one Street Corn chicken and one steak one and they were divine. Loaded with food and flavor. I also got a child and guacamole. The chips were fresh and crispy and the guacamole was great. I will be coming here every time I visit Chicago. read more

Flaco's Tacos - Street Corn Chicken Taco House-Ground Marinated Steak Taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We stumbled upon this place after spending some time hanging out on michigan ave. This is arguably some of the best Mexican food that I have had in chicago. I ordered the buritto which was stuffed to capacity with chicken , rice, veggies, sour cream and cheese. The chips and queso was to die for as well and the horchata has me searching for recipes because it was so good! The service was great; the staff was friendly and attentive to us. The shop is cute and quaint and there is an indoor and outdoor seating area. Also, they have margs in a variety of tropical flavors! Stop by this awesome spot if in the area! read more

My husband and I stopped here en route to the red line. I've past this place dozens of times when I used to work on Pearson and Michigan and finally stopped in. I can't remember what my husband got, but I enjoyed my chicken elote tacos and he enjoyed what he got. Easy to order from the kiosk. I frequent this area although I don't work there anymore, and will definitely keep this place on my list of places to stop and eat. If you're in the area, give this place a shot!!! read more

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

I love to grab an occasional taco, so when I'm near Flacos, it's kind of a "must do." read more

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Delicious tacos, great service, great prices. Salsa is also pretty dang good. Short walk from Water Tower Place to satisfy your appetite after some shopping. Love the decor and Latin music, feels like a fun environment to hang out in! Just gotta keep your eye out for the door or you might miss it walking by. Highly recommend! read more

Was looking for something casual and quick and this did not disappoint! Enjoyed some frozen margaritas and the guac was really good!

hi everyone what a grest experience i had - im sooo picky about mexican food and this was amazing! great portions / everything in the bag and very flavorful the chips cowboy tacos and elites were perfect ? next time i'll dine in ! this is my now go to place ! read more

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