Had a summer fun day along the Riverwalk and downtown and decided to stop by Taco Rio. The tacos were really good, just a little pricier than usual since it is downtown. The crowd was great, the views were beautiful, and there was plenty of seating to relax and enjoy the atmosphere. They also had a restroom available, which was convenient. Service was pretty quick, music was playing, and overall it was a fun time with a great vibe. read more

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The views of this location are top tier... can't beat a Riverwalk experience with a Margarita (and semi) good food. To start, the service was spectacular - the guy making our Margarita gets this Yelp Review more points. Thank you Margarita bartender man! Now the food, I would say the fries were pretty good size, nothing crazy just some waffle fries you can get anywhere else. The tacos, same thing, very mid, nothing too crazy. I would say... I'm definitely coming back in the future just for the views/location and awesome Margarita Bartender. Like bruhh, look at my picture. Beauty. Coming back just for drinks and hopefully visiting during a Happy Hour! Thank you TacoRio, I'll see you soon. Personal Review: 7.8/10 read more

TacoRio - Views - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

After walking around Chicago we came across Taco Rio on the Chicago river bank. We figured we would give it a shot. I ordered the Chicago Dog and some tacos. Both where filled with a lot of favor and spice. The service was fast and friendly. The outside dining along the river was relaxing and enjoyable. I would recommend with place for a quick bite. read more

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Great views of downtown Chicago. Outdoor seating with some covered spaces. Self serve water station. Halfway clean bathrooms. Key code for bathroom door. My spouse had the shrimp nachos and they were massive. I could not have any due to a shellfish allergy, but she said they were amazing. I had to steak tacos on flour tortillas with onions and cilantro, and they were great. We didn't notice until later there was a sauce or salsa station they don't really help you out with that. You just order at the table and they bring it out when it's ready. Had to wander around and find the silverware napkins as well, but it was fine. They do have some alcohol selections. For what we got, the price was steep, but it's also Chicago when you were paying for the downtown river views. It's all good. read more

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The service was OK. The person that took my order was very confused and had a hard time understanding my request. The Taco Al Pastor was sold out so I had to settle to order a chicken taco instead which was not my first choice. The location was perfect being on the river, providing great people watching and a nice breeze. The guacamole and chips were very tasty with a lot of crispy tortilla chips and a substantial amount of guacamole. The Chicago dog had tomatoes, mustard, onions, pickles, relish, celery and sport peppers which added a substantial spicy kick to the traditional Chicago dog. A little too spicy. The Right Bee Semi Dry Cider was refreshing with a cup of ice. The prices were expensive, which is to be expected while in downtown Chicago. read more

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This place of course has the best views being right in the riverwalk. This is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat and drink and chat with a date or friends - especially when the weather is nice. I will say that when I went the line was pretty long and it took a minute for the food to be ready so definitely prepare for that. The drink line was separate from the food line as well just an fyi. The drinks were just okay & the tacos were decent + everything was a bit pricey but that kinda comes with the riverwalk spots. read more

TacoRio - Steak Nachos Flight - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My friends and I stopped here on a Saturday evening. We found a seat fairly fast, although it was busy. You place your order by using the QR code on your table. I have mixed feelings on this. The website platform was majorly lagging and was taking a ridiculously long time to load so ordering and paying took us awhile and a few times I thought we might just give up and leave. However within just a few minute of placing our order our food was at our table. It was incredibly fast. We all got tacos and they were really good. They were packed full of meat which is nice because sometimes you go to places and they really skimp. It's a nice place to sit by the river and enjoy some tacos and people watching. read more

TacoRio wins points for location -- right on the Riverwalk with beautiful views that make it feel like the perfect taco stop. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the setting. I had two shrimp tacos that were just okay (nothing memorable), though I will say the Agua Fresca was delicious and worth a try. What left a bad taste was the happy hour confusion. The sign clearly said Monday-Friday, but the staff told me it's actually Monday-Thursday and didn't honor the posted specials. For a place in such a prime spot, the details matter. Mediocre tacos + incorrect signage + slightly overpriced = a 3-star experience for me. Great for a quick drink with a view, but I'll keep hunting for my go-to Riverwalk taco fix. read more

TacoRio - Agua Fresca - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Taco Rio is hands down one of the best hidden gems in Chicago! Coming from a Latin background u know I had to try the tacos here in Chicago.The vibe was warm and welcoming -- casual, colorful, and full of life. The staff was super friendly and patient while I browsed the menu, and they even made a few great recommendations. Now for the food -- absolutely delicious! I tried the carne asada tacos and the al pastor, and both were packed with flavor. The tortillas tasted fresh and homemade, and the meat was juicy and perfectly seasoned. The salsas added just the right kick without overpowering the taste. Portions were generous and prices were really fair for the quality you're getting. I also appreciated how clean and organized everything was, including the dining area. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a casual meal with friends, Taco Rio is definitely worth the visit. I'll be back soon to try more of the menu. read more

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Great service, quick, marg was a bit over priced but good. Chips were perfect, guacamole was great, the flavor of the tacos was so good! Loved sitting next to the river read more

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Solid place to grab a bite to eat on the Riverwalk! I'm appreciative that there is a Mexican restaurant on the Riverwalk proper, and that it's pretty good. Otherwise reasonably priced Riverwalk restaurants are mostly overpriced burger-and-fries type offerings, with a couple exceptions. I recently tried the veggie tacos and I thought they were great! They had a ton of sauteed veggies (mushrooms, peppers) and even potatoes in it. They were tasty and super filling - also love that they had corn tortillas and not just flour tortillas. It was super easy to order and pay via the QR code at each table - very efficient to have the table number associated with the order. They have some salsas near the front and plenty of space both shaded and not. Will definitely be back. read more

Not impressed at all. The wait is not worth it! There are so many other restaurants along the riverwalk that are probably 10xs better. The food was mediocre at best, cheese tasted weird. I would not come back here. Plus, the people in this area are a little bit *classless* Someone really tried to fight me over a table (lol). read more

TacoRio - Nachos - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here recently for a snack and drink while on vacation in Chicago. The setup here is really cool, brightly colored outdoor space right on the river walk. You walk up to order at one truck, they give you a buzzer and you go to another cart to get food. Their menu has everything you'd expect, tacos, nachos, and margaritas. My husband and I got the margarita flight and an order of chicken nachos to split. Prices are kind of steep, the flight and nachos were $85, this includes a 15% service charge. The margs in the flight were generous, 10 oz each and we got all three margs and the paloma which were all very tasty and decently boozy. The nachos were solid, I appreciated the sturdy chips that did not disintegrate under the toppings. You mostly pay for the vibes here, which are pretty good, I'm sure there is better Mexican food elsewhere but this is a nice stop on a sunny day. read more

Listen, I get it. Outside food is outside for. However $40 for 2 12oz drinks and a "Bowl" of street corn was not worth it. The drinks were watery and alcohol less, and the corn did not taste like traditional street corn. Thos was our experience, hope that yours is better! read more

TacoRio - NOPE! - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The street corn is a must ! This place has a great vibe and view of the river walk. Very friendly and quick service ! read more

TacoRio - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So we were looking for a quick lunch option and we said tacos. So we went to TacoRio. We had 3 tacos each. And I had a Paloma. The tacos were great. 2 shrimp tacos, 1 Al pastor, and 3 carne asada. A little pricey but it's on the Chicago Riverwalk with beautiful views. So I'm not complaining that much. I definitely recommend the spot. You won't be disappointed. read more

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I'm sitting here right now. Food is meh, music way too loud and the "margaritas" are basically straight lime juice over ice. A pitcher of margaritas was $60. My husband and I choked down the extremely sour pitcher and neither of us thinks there was any tequila at all in the entire pitcher. I'm so sober I could drive a school bus right now. There's also an automatic surcharge on every order, and the food is overpriced to begin with. I loved this place a couple of years ago, but it's really changed and I won't come back. Just a huge NO on every level. read more

Salty like my rim, spicy like my 'rita Who doesn't love beautiful Chicago weather and sitting outside sipping on drinks?! @tacorio_chicago on the Riverwalk is the best place to relax after work or during the weekend with friends while looking at the lake and having a great time:) The spicy margarita's are delicious from here and honestly so was the Paloma and piña colada that's pictured on here this place is at the end of the Riverwalk so it's very peaceful and honestly the ambiance to this place is gorgeous, summer is ending soon so definitely grab your friends and head over here for a cute brunch or happy hour after work:) The service was very fast and sweet! read more

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Great place. My wife and I have been coming here for a few years now. Keeps getting better and better. You will see people complain about price, but the reality is you're downtown on the river. TacoRio has awesome food, drinks, and vibes. read more

The taco was filled pretty heavily with meat, but still not worth the $6 that it cost. It was tasty, but nothing special. The corn was really tasty, but super hot and also not necessarily worth $9. The food took pretty long to be ready when the place wasn't super busy, so I can't imagine how long it would take if it actually was busy. You do get a 20% coupon if you kayak with urban kayaks next door which makes the price almost worth it. read more

TacoRio - Elote - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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A cute little spot on the riverwalk - Really pretty flowers and decor so it's perfect for a girls happy hour or day drinking spot. The nachos were ok but the margarita flight was pretty good, and you're really going here for the ambiance / views and drinks rather than the food. read more

TacoRio - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great for the summer. Sit down by the river walk and enjoy margarita pitcher with some tacos and some chips & dips. Friendly service. Live DJ. Friendly crowd. Strongly recommend. read more

TacoRio - Margarita pitcher - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I used to walk by and grab food And a frozen drink once a week or so. Because I live close by and walk my dog by it every day. This year not only did the food change to terrible quality but the prices went up AND there is a surprise surcharge automatically added at the end. So an 18 pina colata now costs 25 dollars with all the fees and it was not even that good. The drunken bean is right around the corner with a better pina colads for 11 dollars, same size. They are going to lose regular business and customers quickly if they dont reassess quality, inflated prices and hidden charges. read more

GREAT tacos. Super nice owners. Million dollar view. I LOVE supporting local small Chicago restaurant owners doing their thing. It's hard running a small business. Thank you to the owners (who are brothers) for sacrificing their time, energy, and money to provide an awesome place to hang out on the riverwalk. read more

Stopped here parched & tired from so much walking. Wanted a little nosh before dinner, and their nachos with chicken were tastier than expected for a mass touristy Riverwalk joint. Of course, two small beers & said nachos set me back 38 bucks with tip....ouch! read more

WORST chicken quesidilla I've EVER had and that is an accomplishment since I'm counting Taco Bell. Plus the prices are outrageously high. The only good thing is the location since it's one of the only restaurants near the Chicago River leading to some boating tours like Anita Dee Yacht Tours read more

Taco Rio was listed as one of the best restaurants in Chicago for food and drinks. I stood in line for about 45 minutes. You place your order at one window, they give you a buzzer to notify you when your food is ready and if you want to buy a drink you have to go to the next window and place an order. The drinks are made while you stand there. I ordered the Pollo tacos and the street corn. I wish there was a option where you can mix the three taco up, but you can't. I also tried to just order one taco and the guy told me that I had to order three. I ordered a strawberry margarita. It was good not too strong just right. I loved the street corn. After finishing the street corn, I was only able to finish one of the tacos. They offer to-go boxes, you have to ask for them. There is no indoor sitting. They do not take cash. read more

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three stars were all for the vibe. it's super cute with flowers and other decorations. and the riverwalk was nice and breezy. however i did not like my tacos. the pork was so so dry. and the chicken was only slightly better. i would recommend walking by and then eating elsewhere read more

TacoRio - tacos - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The churros were amazing. The guacamole..... like heaven . Wonderful fluffy tacos!!!! Moms love the margs! read more

TacoRio - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'll just get straight to the point. EVERYTHING I ordered was trash except the la paloma cocktail. La Paloma cocktail: 4/5 (too much ice, couldn't taste the alcohol but it wasn't overly sweet) Carne Asada taco: 0/5 (flavor is there but overcooked and dry) Crispy fish taco: 0/5 (no flavor, no salt) Elote: 0/5 (corn-on-cob with seasoning and cheese on top; tasted wack) How do you make a taco with no flavor?!?! Their sauces are also trash. Lacks flavor. Overpriced for nothing. $7 for 1 damn taco?!? I guess you are paying for riverwalk views. Can't believe I wasted $31. The cooks need to be fired, retrained, or just shut down lol. I don't know where these "positive" reviews are coming from but something isn't adding up. The overall look is pretty and colorful. Good job on that. I would say run and don't come here. End of story. read more

TacoRio - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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While in Chicago, I wanted to see what the rave was about regarding Taco Rio & I must say they won me over too! I absolutely loved this place and highly recommend it! It was on the water, right in the heart of downtown Chicago. I was able to enjoy a perfect day, walking along the river and enjoying good food and drinks with friends. The service was good, the food was delicious, and the drinks were strong! I look forward to going back real soon!!! read more

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The tacos here are yummy (if you can actually get a waiter by your table to put in an order for you though). Took some time for our drinks to come out and once they did it took some time to put our food in. The tacos, margs, and guac were delicious though. Maybe go at a slow time? At least there's a nice view of the river and city! read more

TacoRio - Taco birria and margarita - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stumbled upon this place while out exploring with friends. It's an amazing view along the river. The drinks were good and the food looked good, but unfortunately I was unable to try it. Service is pretty slow, you have to stand in line to order both food and drinks, took about 25 minutes to get 2 drinks as the two people in front of us both got the margarita flights and there was only one bartender (crazy on a Saturday afternoon lol) . We tried to get food, but were told the kitchen was backed up and they weren't taking anymore orders for another 15 minutes, so that was disappointing. Got a good drink and a good pic, but probably won't come back. read more

TacoRio - Strawberry margarita - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was my last meal in Chicago before moving after 3 1/2 years. When I tell you that this was a disappointment to tacos worldwide, that is an understatement. First, they only used one corn tortilla. Second, each taco was seven dollars. Yes, you heard me correctly. Third, the tacos were so flavorless, and the meat was extremely dry. On our way out, we noticed by the water stations that there were a variety of sauces. The waitress did not let us know of this which was extremely disappointing. We did not try the cocktails, but maybe those are better. I gave two stars to give them the benefit of the doubt, since they are new and figuring things out. However, there are way better taco places, especially at the price point. I actually I'm not sure that I've ever paid seven dollars for one single taco with one corn tortilla layer. read more

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There was zero liquor in the margarita. Literally just lime juice. I got 2 tacos(chicken and steak) the chicken was ridiculously salty, and the steak was burnt and had a lot of fat on it. And the employees were sitting in the reserved section in their work uniforms passing a bottle of tequila back and forth, so maybe they drank all the tequila and that's why none was in my margarita. I don't need to go back. read more

Long lines and honestly not worth it. Al pastor tacos mid the meat itself had no flavor and absolutely not the Mexican Al pastor you're expecting. The pineapple on the tacos and salsa is what made it taste alright. Would I go again and wait a long line? Nope! Drinks are expensive not that much alcohol in the drinks so not worth it. The atmosphere is nice. Cute little setting. If you wanna go try it go experience it. Btw carne asada tacos were better than the Al pastor tacos. read more

TacoRio - Al pastor tacos and carne asada tacos!!! Corn on the cob. - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Tinga taco was my favorite. So flavorful and tasty would recommend. We ordered a pitcher of margaritas but they were too sour and limey. Pretty quick service. New spot right before you enter the riverwalk. They had a dj which lightens up the mood. read more

TacoRio - Tinga taco - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

By far the best Mexican food I have had outside of California! I was searching by for a good burrito and finally found it ! Asher was amazing and made the trip to Chicago worth it. We'll have to come back on the next cross country trip just to eat here again read more

Great food , drinks & people take it your order are really confident & nice I really recommended this place 100%

It's getting towards the end of the season and I had pretty high hopes for this place when it first opened but it hasn't gotten issues sorted out and I hope the owner will read this and make adjustments. The biggest problem is what other reviews have said continually. The tacos are DRY. There is no amount of side sauce that you can dump on these tacos to fix how overcooked they are. And to add insult to injury, they're $6 a pop. There's no way you should consider coming here if you're in the mood for tacos, especially when there's places that make them so much better for less money. Price isn't a huge issue for me when the food is worth it, but this is anything but. Next, they are always out of the Chef's Specials. The one redeeming grace here used to be the carnitas; they were the best in town. They were always "sold out" aka a weekend only thing and I was just told that they are no longer offered period. They were overpriced but delicious. I wish they would make this more of a staple on their menu but it sounds like they're gone for good. At this point, the only thing that Taco Rio has going for it is the ambience. Sometimes they have a DJ spinning great music, but it's not enough to make up for bad food, bad prices, and inconsistent service. Just a disappointment all around. I hope next season can turn things around. read more