The food was great but the personality of the owner(?) was even better. The entertainment while ordering was worth the price of the food. He was so outgoing and his authentic accent is great. The place is super small, but is open 25 hours a day (according to the same enthusiastic gentleman). He tried to push bottled water on you when you order water but that might be the only negative I have. I had a chicken burrito and it was amazing. Gigantic and stuffed full of yummy ingredients. read more

Friendly staff, cheap and delicious food, great for drunchies or lining your stomach before drinking. Very fresh red and green sauces. Lemonade is definitely a powder mix so skip that - get the horchata instead if you need to make the credit card minimum. read more

Taco & Burrito Express - Tender meat and fresh fillings - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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When near Halsted and Wrightwood in Lincoln Park, skip La Bamba and head directly to Taco & Burrito Express. I made the mistake of going to La Bamba for WAY too long before a friend recommended their steak tacos. I haven't been back to La Bamba since. They use the freshest ingredients here. Treat yourself to some tacos and you'll think you died and went to California. How can you beat $1.65 for a taco? They make everything to order and it will be served hot and fresh - not as a gushy mess like at Taco Bell. In fact, I think it'd be a sin for me to ever eat at Taco Bell again with this place literally out my back door. The guys that work here (and seem to ALWAYS be working here) are so friendly and encourage patrons to strike up a conversation in Spanish. Don't be afraid, my Spanish is terrible and they haven't laughed at me yet. 3 steak tacos fills me up perfectly. I am addicted to the things. Taco & Burrito Express is open 24 hours, so a word of caution if you're going in after-bar. Don't be surprised to see a pile of puke in the bathroom and someone passed out on the front step (true story). During normal daytime hours though, it's always been clean and fresh. They also post their health inspection record from the city in plain sight. read more

My go to place at bar close. Tacos, burritos, tortas they're all good!! You are always greeted with an hola amigo/amiga when you walk into the door. Food is cheap and good. They are open 24/7 too! I recommend getting a California burrito (burrito with guac and fries) or a pizza puff. I was pumped to see that they have my favorite food of my youth. read more

Pretty decent enchiladas. Not that spicy like other places. Big portions. Very nice staffs. Would reccomend. read more

Taco & Burrito Express - Steak enchiladas yum - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

There's competition all around this place with Allende and La Bamba, but I like this place best. I know this is a dingy place, but damn there burritos are good! If I am craving a burrito in town, I'm going to Taco & Burrito Express. I just love the way it tastes. Plus, it's so cheap. The sad thing is that I barely come here after a fun night out. I go totally sober, and just shake my head listening to the drunken stupor around me or else I just have to laugh. It's times like that, that make me appreciate not being drunk. read more

Taco burrito express has the best chimichangas. The decor is a little funny but overall it has a fun laid back ambiance. The food comes quickly and delicious. I once witnessed a manager yelling at a customer. I think they knew each other and were joking around, but I was uncomfortable. That being said I've had tons of great experiences there, and it's super reasonably priced! read more

as good as it gets is right... as long as it's been a long night out. This place is perfect for late night, soak up the alcohol food. It's fast, it's mexican, and it tasts great. Nuf said. read more

Chicken was pretty dry and tasteless. Staff was rude while taking our order and rude while we ate, muttering Spanish profanities at us because we wanted to pay with card instead of cash. He then overcharged us by adding something we did not order to the bill. When I called him out on it, he said it was tax even though tax was clearly listed at the end of the bill... read more

A lot of people stumble in late-night , have a far more satisfying experience than Taco Hell could offer, and stumble out to remember it well for the next drunken stupor-inspired food-fest. I was one of them. But one day I was hungry and not drinking and decided to pop in. The food was STILL good (again, not like Taco Hell). The chefs are friendly and remember their customers. The decor may leave some thing to be desired but like the age-old adage says, "Don't judge a, er, Mexican restaurant by its decor" ... or something like that. read more

8:30 am Chi-marathon Sunday, out walking the dogs and running an errand to Home Depot. Walking back home with plans to go to McD's for breakfast when we pass by this little joint and see that it's open. Change of plans... Have to say, sausage and egg burrito is really good and the price ($4.99) extremely reasonable given the size. The burrito itself is flaky like a pastry crust and as big as a dinner plate. The sausage is like a hot dog link not crumbled, which usually I prefer the latter but former was really good. Also came with eggs, cheese and peppers. I also asked for beans to be wrapped into it and I thought that was a nice addition (extra cost). Each burrito comes with the salsa verde and chili sauce on the side. It was so big I couldn't finish the whole thing, but two days later and heated up for 2 min in the microwave it was still just as good! Only downside was the time it took to make two burritos. But in all fairness, I think we were the first customers of the morning and the chef was still getting prepped for the day. I'd go back. read more

This place is literally the best. All the employees are so friendly and always kind. The food is consistently satisfying and I love their fries. The tacos are so yummy and I often have to stop myself from ordering more. 100% my fav read more

Went here and left my bag by accident. This store tried to extort me and charge $100 to give me my bag back. Absolute fraud company that's only looking to commit fraud. Must be having cash flow issues like WeWork. Decent food though. read more

THIS PLACE IS THE BEST. Such cheery, friendly staff, delicious food, and open at 1am when you really need a quality taco. If you're like ehhh idk if I want to check this place out, go. Go and be satisfied. read more

The people that work here are rude and the food is shitty. Go to Taco Burrito Palace down the street. Don't waste your money here. My friend ordered a vegetarian burrito and the guy misheard her somehow and made her a steak burrito. When we came back 5 minutes later to politely ask for the correct burrito they were so rude that they made my friend cry. Would give zero stars if I could. read more

They overcharged us by $7 $6.89 burrito and $1.89 fries.. even though that equals $8.78, the total was $15.29. read more

One of the best taco joints I've encountered since I was 14 I came here currently going on 30!! And I still love their food!!! Specially those tacos! read more

Stay away from this place! I wanted a chicken burrito with ONLY chicken cheese and rice (no sour cream, lettuce, tomato, beans). They tried to charge me a dollar extra because rice is not normally on the burrito even though I guarantee you the items I did not he cost way more. Went a few blocks down the street to Taco and Burrito Palace and not only was their burrito less expensive to begin with, but they did not upcharge me. F this place! read more

I used to like this place a lot. My sisters introduced me to this place as a young boy in the 90's. It's been one of the many go-to places we frequent after church. The Taco Bowl and cheap cheese-only nachos were my favorites. I was raised on the Northside in Chicago and although this place wasnt my favorite spot for tacos I'd still stop by and eat maybe once a month (on average) because of the close proximity to my home. They are known for being open very late so a few drunk nights ended here in my 20s. Now I have entered the land of the 30s and have a family. Now for the present-day review: My wife wanted tacos after midnight. Usually we eat sleep and breathe Allendes tacos (their rival taco joint on Lincoln ave) but this night i just wanted a different taste, so i drove past Lincoln ave and stopped on Halsted. I am familiar with the staff but not all over-friendly like a neighborhood fonz, I order and I smile, I laugh if they joke and leave. I order one of their combos; "Burger, fries w/ pop .....6.99" as it states on the menu behind the cashier. Never asked me what kind of pop, which is fine because they usually ask you right before they hand you your take-out bag. I also order my wife's 2 tacos and lastly an horchata (sweet rice water). The cashier responded "Aye, ok give me dollar extra for horchata" and I gladly paid with a debit card. The food came out in a timely manner as always. I got my order, and was one foot out the door when I noticed they didnt put a soda-pop in my bag. I casually come back inside, waited for a customer making his order to finish to tell the cashier about the mishap, with receipt in hand. I informed him that he forgot my pop and that I would like a Sprite. The guy tells me that i ordered an horchata instead of a pop. I simply referred to the menu behind him that explains $6.99 for burger, fries, pop and then referred to the items on my receipt where that same amount was confirmed. The tacos were on my receipt as well and so was the $1 listed as "MISC" for the horchata. I instantly realized what happened and informed him that I never said to substitute my pop for an horchata, I wanted both that's why I agreed to pay the extra dollar when he demanded it. This guy was not having it. He kept demanding me to give him another freakin dollar to get my soda (that should have been included in my meal). I explained to him this was unfair and this happened because he assumed. I ask him what was the dollar he charged me for. He never really answered the question but what I gathered an horchata is an upgrade from a pop. Cool, one can argue that but the guy told me to give him his horchata back and he would give me a pop....i was floored. i picked my jaw off the ground and told him fine and that it is only fair that he refunds my $1 listed as MISC. I think at that point he realized the exchange didnt make any sense at all and reluctantly slammed my can of Sprite on the counter. I was so mad, I told him I used to be a regular and I would never comeback again. I informed him that i was not trying to save a dollar just looking for quality service and respect. Oddly i had about $95 in singles, peeled off a lonely $1 bill and told to keep it. So basically they lost a +15year customer over a dollar when they know damn well the food aint that great. I would never tell anyone to go there.....and will go out of my way to deter my friends from going there. Awful service and shady pricing. They typically charge more on drunk and distracted customers. Thank God for receipts and the ability to see. Word to the wise, dont go there food is average at best. read more

First time trying it after work surprised the tacos were great. Honestly best deal on late night food in the area. Great food for little money awesome best part its open at 4:30 am read more

Yeah, the drunks and yahoos from the blues bars and the latin bar down the street do take away from what little ambiance (?) the joint has, but order a taco dinner, burrito dinner, large burrito, or super taco anytime between 2am and 5am and you will find out why this place gets packed overnight, all night, every night, seven days per week. Screw paying more money for a more, uh, picturesque (?) setting. This joint serves Mexican food that looks good, tastes good, and makes you come night after night for more. The food tastes great even when I drop in during the daytime when I'm not looped! The guys behind the counter change from time to time, but the food and the prices are the best...period! P.S. The only place better in my humble opinion is the Mexican restaurant on the intersection at Lincoln and Addison, which has grown from a taco shack into one helluva great Mexican resaurant over the past decade. Huge servings at unbeatable prices. Wow! read more

Used to be able to eat here for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Where have all the original crew gone? I still go back for a drunken late night snack and have yet to find a late night burritto any better, but I miss the original crew. The outside of the burritto is crispy and the red sauce completes the treat. The juevos ranchero is a sin. This place beats out the competition....Bambas has no chance. read more

Love the horchata. It's the best I've had! The burritos are huge and so flavorful! Love the fact it's 24 hours and so convenient!

Holy moly, hello new DRUNCHIES spot. My FAVORITE late night eatery by far. Very very cheap, and a WIDE variety of options. Tacos..burritos...nachos..quesadillas..SOPAS, y TORTAS!!! You name it they likely have it. And all for under $5. ALWAYS OPEN. Come drunk, leave happy. read more

for late night 24hr taco/burrito place,you probably won't find all that better place. that being said,they make pretty descent burritos.not the best in chicago but it was good.price is reasonable.on a side note, their tables weren't very clean. read more

This place is awkward and the tacos taste like ladybugs.

I got the enchiladas, el pastor. Very good. Their peppers and carrots are super hot. Service was great, I realized this wasn't the place I called to order, but they whipped up the meal in just a few minutes. read more

Lovely!!! They treat you like family! The tortilla chips are a little but too crunchy. Prices are normal Chicago fast Mexican pricing

There's not a whole lot bad I can say about this place, other than it's not the cleanest spot in town. Other than that, it's good food for dirt cheap. Literally. A burger and fries (actually a good burger and better than average fries) will run you like $3. A burrito with beans and rice is like $4. There's better food in the area, but if you're really hungry and really poor, eat here and you won't be unhappy you did. It's pretty good food, I have to say. The guys working are pretty good dudes too. read more

Really mean cashier. And yes, I realize you probably shouldn't expect much from a place called Taco Express, that caters to drunk 20-somethings...but when dragged there by friends who rave about it, and you're very much sober and try to pay with a card, I don't think you should expect to be screamed at in front of the whole restaurant. They claim that they only take cash but there were no signs whatsoever posted saying that they don't take cards. (Yes, I then checked the whole interior and exterior to be sure I didn't miss a cash only warning.) We calmly tried to order more food to meet their apparent "credit card minimum" but each time he yelled in response, the minimum raised by $5. Curse words were yelled at us in Spanish, while the whole restaurant watched, and that will be the last time I ever go back. read more

I'm a regular here because the tacos are so good! I always come here after work (3 a.m.) and get pastor tacos, rice, and an horchata. The guys always greet me warmly and know my order before I open my mouth. Everyone I bring here also really enjoy it. Good food 24/7! read more

Good neighborhood cheap dive Mexican food. Best I have found in the area. I will be returning. Oh, and they are open 24/7. WIN!

Fast, fresh, cheap, and delicious. Love their burriotos and guac.