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If you're looking for authentic tacos, this place is absolutely worth the trip. Between the…read moreincredible Selena mural outside and the fact that it's tucked inside a liquor store, the whole experience feels like discovering a hidden gem. I eat a lot of tacos, and this was, without question, the best pollo (chicken) taco I've ever had. I was expecting the usual dry, bland, or overcooked chicken, but instead it was incredibly juicy, packed with flavor, and generously loaded with meat. Every bite was outstanding. The only downside was the wait time, but once the food arrived, it was easy to see why people are willing to wait. If you're a taco lover, this is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back.

This is a small liquor store that also sells tacos. The tacos were good and had plenty of flavor,…read morebut the service was extremely slow. There were no other customers, yet we still waited about 20 minutes for only two tacos. The food was worth trying, but the wait time definitely needs improvement.

The kitchen. Order here and take ticket up front to pay

Tacos de asada

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Birrieria Zaragoza

4.6(132 reviews)

14.8 mi•Uptown

Really good birria here!! The meat was so tender and juicy and the tortillas were amazingly soft…read more They definitely make their which I love. There is limited seating if you have a large group I'd recommend taking it out. If you have a smaller group there may be a wait. But the staff were extremely nice and we love this spot.

Tacos de cabeza 10/10 algo de otro mundo! Taco de cabeza…read more10/10 out of this world! Birria 9.5/10 Las tortillas hechas a mano 10/10 Hand made tortillas 10/10 Flan 10/10 100% recomiendo la Birrieria Zaragoza! Calidad y sazón en su punto. I 100% recommend Birrieria Zaragoza! The quality and seasoning are spot on.

Restaurant hours on 10/22/2023

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Taco Loco Of Pilsen

4.8(89 reviews)

8.3 mi

A true taste of Mexico away from Mexico. These tacos were so delicious and authentic and they don't…read moreskimp on the meat. We tried asada, pollo, and al pastor and they were all a hit. The meat is made to order and the salsas are so good. You get a variety of spice levels. Take them to go or eat them in your car! This is an outdoor taco stand so there's no seating available.

Great burrito. It was large and ready super fast. He cooked it on the griddle so the cheese was…read moremelted. Easy, quick, flavorful, and totally hit the spot. Fair price too. You won't be disappointed by this place. I would hit it often if I was nearby.

Carne asada y pollo

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Taqueria Tayahua

4.4(154 reviews)

8.1 mi

I thought to myself, I haven't had suadero tacos in a long time so it was time to try Taqueria…read moreTayahua. It's a specific taco meat cut common mostly in CDMX and hard to find elsewhere, and I was happy to taste those flavors again, though sadly not at CDMX prices. They also have some truly Mexican items - nopal, huiltlacoche, flor de calabaza, huaraches, guisado, chile relleno, and so on. I'm talking about stuff you usually find in a mercado in Mexico. Great place to try real Mexico City flavors if you're feeling nostalgic or never tried before. Wasn't too busy either that night.

I've found my favorite taco place! I ordered the Al pastor and lengua tacos. It was so tender and…read morejuicy. There are tables to dine in the front and back area. I came here with a friend for lunch and service was quick. You can order at the front or they'll take your order when you're seated. You'll pay at the front when you're done.

Chicken tacos.

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Outside entrance.

Velvet Taco

4.2(1.9k reviews)

9.9 mi•Near North Side

Had a really great experience here! We ordered the Quesa Birria Tacos, which came with a small side…read moreof consommé for dipping, the Spicy Tahini Salmon, the Spicy Tikka Chicken, and the Elote with chips. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. The meats were especially juicy and well-seasoned, and each dish had great flavor. Service was quick, and we didn't have to wait long for our food. Overall, a fantastic meal, and I'd definitely come back again!

Came late here after a fun day and drinking and you know how rinks…read moreYou gotta get tacos We found this spot It's very hip gourmet which well as you know what ya gonna get They were fine nothing crazy but it was an experience Didn't get photos

9.1 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

Velvet Taco 8

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Tacombi

4.0(210 reviews)

I was craving a shrimp burrito so I decided to come here. I have walked past this place many times…read morebut never tried it. I stopped by with my pup to order shrimp burrito to go. Evelyn greeted us right away and placed my order. I asked for spicy salsa so she recommended the gobernador salsa which was a green spicy salsa made with poblanos. Evelyn was so sweet! She gave my puppy a treat and also brought out a bowl of water for him while we waited for the food. The inside of the restaurant was really cute and colorful and they had a separate bar area for drinks. I decided to order a spicy michelada with Pacifico beer while waiting. The bartender was super nice and made my drink quickly. It was the perfect amount of spice and was so refreshing! My burrito came out quick for how packed the inside of the restaurant was. The burrito was a good size and was so fresh and tasty! The gobernador salsa was delicious. I can't wait to go back and try something different and this time dine in.

My aunt introduced me to Tacombi yesterday, and I am so glad she did! The restaurant is really cute…read moreinside, and the food was so good. I had the Mexican street corn to start and then the lunch special with two tacos, rice, and beans. I got the carne asada and crispy fish taco. The carne asada is simple with just steak and onions, but so good! The sauce and the cabbage on the crispy fish taco is really good too. I usually don't love a corn tortilla, but these tacos were so flavorful that the corn tortilla was perfect.I also had the watermelon agua fresca, and it was refreshing and not too sweet. One of the staff members, Chris, was such a vibe. He greeted us friendly and professional as soon as we walked and came over later to check on us, and chatted with me and my aunt. Our waitress was amazing too, and several other staff members stopped by to check on us throughout our meal. Exceptional service like this can be hard to find so I really appreciated it. For me, it's a 5 out of 5 because the food and the service are equally great. I highly recommend! I forgot to take pictures but take my word for it lol.

Full liquor & juice bar

Churros con Xocolate.

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Corn Esquites.

L' Patron Tacos

3.9(651 reviews)

13.4 mi•Logan Square

Burrito ala deabla, con shrimp. Highly recommend. In general the tacos are delicious…read more Environment is great and working personal are super nice. Been a customer for over years now. Bar inside which is a plus. Bathrooms are always clean. Five star all around and a must check out!! Dine in or sit outside

My first time here, and it was such a great experience. Delicious food and a really fun vibe!…read more We walked in around 12:30pm Saturday, and even though the place was pretty packed, we were seated right away! I ordered the Paloma, and my husband got the Michelada, both super refreshing and made well. For food, I ordered the El Gringo with rice and salad. I definitely wish I had swapped the salad for beans, because my husband got both rice and beans, and I ended up finishing my rice and helping with his too lol. Highly recommend this dish, just go for the beans instead of the salad! My husband also ordered three tacos: Al Pastor, Chorizo, and Carne Asada, all of which were really good. One of the fun touches is that they have QR codes at the table to leave a Google review, and if you do, you get to spin a prize wheel. Of course I had to try it, and it made the whole experience even more fun. I ended up winning a free double shot! The staff were all super friendly, the restaurant was clean, and the music gave it a fun, vibrant atmosphere. I'd definitely come back!

Inside

Al Pastor Taco

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Dining area of L' Patron

Taqueria Primo Chukis Uptown

4.3(391 reviews)

14.9 mi•Ravenswood

Love this place!! Great neighborhood taco place!…read more Ordered here for a company lunch...and they were able to make us over 60 tacos and sides in an hour! Not only are they quick, the flavor is great. Their salsa's are so tasty, especially the red one. Their carnitas taco is defintely the best! So flavorful, tender, and juicy. The staff are also really nice, and the ambiance is so cute on the inside! My company will definitely order tacos again from here! Come check them out if you're nearby!

Authentic and delicious…read more This has been our go-to lunch spot for my co-workers and I, whenever we decide to eat out. I've tried different proteins for the tacos: STEAK, LENGUA (tongue), TRIPA (tripe), PASTOR (pork), and BISTECK. They are all delicious, tender, juicy, well-prepared and well-seasoned. The lime, cilantro, and onions on each taco are fresh and give so much flavors. The rice and beans that come with the entrees are so good as well. Service is always friendly and efficient. The place is neat, the bathroom is clean, and the prices are very reasonable. I will never get tired of coming here to eat. I heard that their margaritas are worth trying too. I'll try those after work hours ;)

Taqueria Primo Chukis Uptown - Primo Chuki's by Night . Ravenswood/Uptown .(Ashland/Lawrence Ave) Tacos Burritos Tortas Quesadillas Enchiladas etc. Fast Service. Cool!

Primo Chuki's by Night . Ravenswood/Uptown .(Ashland/Lawrence Ave) Tacos Burritos Tortas Quesadillas Enchiladas etc. Fast Service. Cool!

Chips and Salsa

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Seating and flat screens

Taco Maya

4.3(201 reviews)

9.2 mi•Near North Side

Looks like a very clean unauthentic Mexican joint. Wrong…read more Extremely clean. Great horchata. Excellent chicken fajita steaming! Good salsa and chips. Liked the rice and didn't get beans. Very satisfying meal.

This place is super unassuming from the outside, but the food is so good it'll have you ready to…read moredance. We ordered a ton, including the Tuesday taco plate with fries. I got the chicken tinga, steak, and samosa taco. The steak was good but nothing crazy, the chicken tinga was *so* flavorful, and the samosa taco (which was recommended to me) ended up being my favorite. Whatever sauce they put on it was amazing. The fries were surprisingly good too. really well seasoned with a slight kick. We also shared elotes and guac, and both were solid. Honestly, this spot is a strong 4.5/5 and definitely worth checking out. The servers were really nice. Someone had trouble ordering in their food and they helped us out.

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Birria Taco & Soup*

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Margarita flight

Taqueria El Asadero

4.1(744 reviews)

14.7 mi•North Center

¡Orale! This place is the real deal! You must bring cash though!!…read more It was recommended to me and to try their carne asada burrito. Good lord, it's a meal and there's plenty of meat to feel full by eating 1/2. So with that being said that should ease the cost of the burrito by being able to get 2 meals out of it. I think it was $12.50 or 15.50 or something close to that. Also I think it's best served by eating there because you get some chips and 2 salsas at the table. Parking is kinda tough and since they don't deliver, you must go there!! Remember - cash only!!

Located in downtown Ravenswood, this Mexican restaurant seemed very hidden (hard to tell if it was…read moreopen). Interior was very basic, so was the menu - it included burrito, tacos and some simple entries. However, the price wasn't low (e.g. $4.5 for a taco). The portion was decent. The meat tasted cheap for the price. Service was quick and friendly.

Employees must wash hands. You should too, don't be gross!

Steak taco

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Carne Asada

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J J.

8 years ago

stepped into the new location with great expectations, but the results were disappointing. I walked in and was never greeted and the middle eastern man that took my order was extremely rude telling me that unless I'm ready to order let the next customer be serviced.. he must have been having a bad day. When I finally received my food the chicken was pink from inside. (Raw) and I found little black pebbles in my lemonade that they acclaim is the best drink I would taste (WRONG). I decided to throw my food away after spending over $25 dollars. I never called to complain but I encourage everyone to check your food before eating it at this so called new and improved place. I will never return or spend my money here. read more

Nicole S.

1 year ago

OMG, who ever is the cook hat off to them my chicken is always fried right and I ordered a beef taco on pita bread it was juicy and on point. I need a name so I will know who to tip next time im there. read more

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