I found Texican on Yelp. I was @ Target on Division (1200W) & Larrabee Ave looking for someplace to eat lunch today. I found Texican about 1/2 mile south @ 869 N Larrabee. Texican is a small storefront w/a limited menu. On entering Kim the owner told me they are in the process of remodeling the interior. After perusing the menu I ordered the Garlic Sautéed Gulf Shrimp Tacos. This comes on 2 corn tortillas topped w/chipotle cream, red cabbage, cilantro & Onions for $9.95. The gulf shrimp were nice & plumb. All of the ingredients were fresh & made to order. Since I was the only one in there around 2pm I had a chance to chat w/Kim while eating my Shrimp Tacos. I will be back to try some of the other items on the menu read more

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This was a fantastic find for us. The breakfast tacos here are truly fantastic. It reminds me of one of my favorite breakfast spots back in LA called "Homestate". Chef Kim really nails it with the tacos here. Fresh, fantastic ingredients with wonderful textures and a variety of Tex Mex sauces on the side. I love, love, love this place and will be coming back repeatedly. Highlights for us were the chorizo breakfast tacos and the slow roasted carnitas tacos. She has flour and corn tortillas. The elote was also fresh to order. read more

Texican - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Tiny one-person operation but SOOOO GOOOD!!! I had the chicken quesadilla and it was outstanding.

Really cute Tex-Mex restaurant tucked away on the west side of River North. Interior is very clean but pretty minimal, and a short menu with a few really solid options. Would be a good place for lunch or takeout but there's seating inside as well. The owner is a very kind lady who seems to run the entire place (ordering, cooking, serving) herself. There is self service refillable coffee. The breakfast tacos come in a pretty generous portion - the egg and potatoes are basically a omelette on a flour tortilla while the chorizo came out very pleasantly spicy. The top item on the menu is definitely the texas chilli mac, which comes as a pile of elbow macaroni covered in cheese and the Texas red chili. I thought the chili mac could have used a little more toppings and fewer macaroni - with how it came it was a heaping pile of plain macaroni and ended up being a dry. Portions were pretty large for the price point. read more

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This place is a gem! I used to have a go to breakfast spot I went to frequently back in SoCal called Rooster Cafe and somehow this one seems to remind me of it. Small, hole in the wall, limited menu with emphasis on quality ingredients, execution, and strictly open for breakfast & lunch. PROS: -Showed up about 1pm on a Thursday. No line or wait. Sick. -Was craving breakfast and the chef in the back was more than willing to make me the green chorizo breakfast sandwich I was craving even though they typically only serve breakfast items up until 11am. Dope, but why not all day breakfast? -They serve La Columbe coffee. Didn't really mean anything to me, but I can appreciate quality coffee. Win. -They have those plastic squeeze bottles so you can hose down your food with as much salsa as you please. Love it. -All food is priced under $10. Yee. Save money. CONS: -I smell like a burrito yet they don't serve burritos. I could see breakfast burritos making a killing here. Just sayin'. That's about all I got on this. Will definitely be back to try more. 'Til next time, cheers! read more

Texican - Green chorizo breakfast sandwich is bomb - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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What a cute little spot. Although they're not setup for indoor dining, the counter person (I'm thinking owner, but don't want to assume) allowed us weary travelers to sit. Our toddler is transitioning out of naps, and a car ride can be the ticket to lull him into dream land, so we were out running several errands. Yelp brought us to Texican as we were between REI and the Loop. Anyway, the aforementioned person was super friendly and accommodating. The boy ate up his quesadilla and I enjoyed my Austin street tacos made sans meat, thank you. While eating we saw lots of neighborhood people come in to pickup their food. The counter person greeted them with smiles and knew most of them by name. If we lived nearby, we'd all know each other by name too! Still I imagine we'll come back. Funny thing is we ran several more errands and the boy finally fell asleep when we were done and just about home. So we went to Binny's and picked up some mama & dada juice Sometimes it all works out, even though it looks as if it won't. read more

My favorite tex-mex in Chicago, that's conveniently located across the street from me. The downside is that this place is only open from 8am-3pm, so if you don't work in the area, your best chance is catching their delicious breakfast/lunch on the wkend. They must be doing really well for themselves. River North real-estate can be pricey, so to only stay open for a few hours and sustain a business without selling alcohol is very impressive. Everything I've had here is ridiculously tasty. The first time I ordered a Mexican King Ranch Casserole, which is one of their specialties. The portion was a bit small, but it was just the right amount for me. The dish was bursting with flavor. It comes with a side of slaw. The slaw with hints of lime juice was a perfect complement to the dish. I went back yesterday and got their Texas chili mac. Great portion. The bf and I split that and an order of the guisado tacos which comes with two. The flour tortilla was so soft and the thinness of the flour was just right. A tad chewy but thick enough where the filling wouldn't sink through if I added a bunch of sauces as I always do. It came with a hefty portion of hash potatoes. Make sure to try their sauces! Warning: they stop serving their breakfast items at 11am. Not printed on their menu. One of these days, I'll wake up earlier (I'm a night owl), probably get in at 10:55am, just to try their Austin-style breakfast tacos (chorizo tacos) and quiche. read more

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Such great food and service here! I had President's Day off so I popped into Texican for a late breakfast. The woman working was super nice and ran the entire place by herself (took my order, made the food, brought it out to me) which was really impressive! I ordered the Migas taco and Green chorizo breakfast sandwich. Did I need that much food? No, but man was it good! The taco was like a mini omelette on a tortilla and the sandwich had some delicious homemade chorizo. Two thumbs up, very filling and super good! Would definitely go back. So glad I stopped in! read more

A strange experience. I'm from Texas and wanted to like this place. It looked closed. Walked in and papers were strewn on multiple tables. No one greeted us. We found a lady sitting alone on a computer that acted like we were bothering her when we asked if they were open. She got up and walked behind the counter. She slid over a stained wrinkled menu and told us it would be better if we just ordered tacos because she didn't want to do dishes. Lol Seriously....wtf We felt very unwelcome. We turned around and walked out the door. And will not be back. Restaurants are a business. Businesses require money And Texican won't be getting mine. Adios Texican So weird. read more

Counter Service. Good food served in a la-di-da attitude with a venue that makes you cry. The only decent meal in this neighborhood. Excellent price and portion at $10 below. Hearty menu with great preparation. GREEN CHORIZO BREAKFAST SANDWICH serves 2 light eaters. Nice toasted bread, good amount of chorizo and perfectly moist 1-pc scrambled egg. Well seasoned and perfect as-is. You don't need the optional dry/piecey pico de gallo and/or the salsas, but if you like 'em...pour it. My lucky day as Kim as strawberries as a fruit option. Bottomless LA COLOMBE coffee. WARNING: - menu items are subject to availability - vent may be on but smoke still in the dining area that seeps into your clothing (so, no dates here as you will smell like food) - smoke makes your eyes watery read more

Texican - Texican: Green Chorizo Breakfast Sandwich with fruit side - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

There's a little false representation going on the menu. Menu indicates they serve Gulf Shrimp tacos. My claim is that the shrimp on the taco are far too small to be legitimate Gulf Shrimp. I'm not a marine biologist so I can't prove it but everyone knows Gulf Shrimp is bigger right?? The sauce on the tacos werent great. Luckily I ordered another dish as well. The chili Mac. The restaurant really redeemed themselves here. Good taste, decent portion size and put some of the green salsa on it. They also throw in some Fritos with the chili Mac! I'd go back but avoid the gulf shrimp tacos!! read more

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In town from Texas and was looking for some breakfast tacos, found Texican and felt like I was home. Great chorizo and potatoe tacos. Will be back!! read more

Texican - Breakfast tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

great service, food, and owner!!! the taco bowls, quesadilla, and the nachos were good. She also has great sweets which fly under the radar. I would highly recommend visiting this underrated neighborhood gem! read more

The chili-mac and chicken casserole were okay, not spectacular. I liked the shrimp taco more, but it was also just okay. The lady owner/manager who was there was a bit on edge with the rest of the staff, which was uncomfortable to witness. She needs to relax just a little and loosen up. read more

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Best shrimp tacos in Chicago. Usually has some good specials and off menu items if you ask.

Amazing breakfast tacos. Will definitely become a regular here - Best value in the city.

Staff is super friendly. The sweet lady always hooks it up, so much meat and cooked perfectly. Best to get food to go as it is usually really hot in there but that's because she's workhorse and the grind never stops. Breakfast tacos are cheap but very filling and very good. Hot sauce hits the spot too, flavorful and spicy. If you get the chance, stop in. Quesadillas are no joke either !!! 5/5, my coworkers and I eat here consistently and have never had a bad experience !! read more

It's always closed though. Not sure why. This app always says it's open but it's wrong. Maybe she closed due to COVID.

Chorizo breakfast sandwich - nuff said. Small hole in the wall restaurant with what seems like one owner doing everything! She's doing great though, and the sandwich was super filling, and super delicious, and not too salty. If I were visiting this area more often, I'd definitely try other things on the menu. Great sandwich. Nothing more to be said, just get it, especially if you like Chorizo. :) read more

Wow - I walked in to a very dirty establishment and should have walked right out. This was a microwaved taco handed over by a rude person. Also crumpling tortilla chips onto eggs does not make them migas. read more

I recently enjoyed some delicious shrimp tacos from Texican. For the price I expected more food, but in the end the great flavors still satisfied. Happy to have these guys across the street from my office in Chicago! read more

Texican - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Awesome breakfast tacos!! No place in the neighborhood like this, love some quality Tex mex! Good coffee too. Owner Kim is really nice- come check this place out for sure. read more

Texican - 2 Austin Style Breakfast Tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I wanted to like it based on all the reviews but the food was not tasty. The three star is for the courtesy dessert for being an hour late to deliver the food and the tacos were decent. We ordered the tacos, king ranch enchiladas , chili Mac, elotes and regular enchiladas. Had to drown it in the green and red hot sauce for flavor :/ read more

This place is a neighborhood gem! The portion sizes are quite generous and the staff is always so friendly. The Texas Chili Mac was so savory and flavorful. If you're ever craving Tex Mex in Chicago, look no further than Texican! read more

Texican - Texas Chili Mac // Elbow macaroni, Texas red chili, chile con queso, and pinto beans - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I don't know where you others are eating but I wouldn't go back there if some one else paid. Who serves Cheese Enchilada with Salsa Colorado with Cheddar Cheese ? The rice was not hot and had NO Flavor. Taco bells cilantro rice was better when they served it. The Pinto Beans, again No Flavor and everything was room temperature. Does the food below Look Anything like you others are posting...NO ! read more

Texican - Tex-Mex Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Do not order the Elotes - I repeat - DO NOT ORDER THE ELOTES. I ordered the Elotes :( and the chicken quesadilla for lunch. I was super excited to see that there was a place close to my job that offered elotes, since I'm used to the street vendors at home. If like me, you're used to the street elotes, you will be majorly disappointed by Texican's elotes, as I don't even know what these tasted like. I didn't even finish. Second, there was only one chicken item available to order for delivery. Why is that? Why were all the options pork? I don't eat pork so this was a wee bit disappointing as well. I was really hoping to order chicken tacos, but had to get the quesadilla. It came dry and bland. read more

Good food, friendly owner. Interior could use a refresh but that's all secondary to good grub.

Decent lunch spot if you work in the 600 W Chicago Building. I got the king ranch casserole and I did not expect so much cheese in the entree. The staff is very kind and I love that they have their sauces in squeeze bottles for easy application. The place just doesn't have a wow factor to it. read more

Had the chili Mac and I must say it was amazing!! This place you can tell has food made with love and care.

I've worked across the street for almost 10 years and have seen restaurants come and go. Usually for a good reason. However when Texican was there, I gave it a chance and it exceeded my expectations. My favorite items hands down are the Green Chorizo breakfast sandwich w/their hash browns and the Texas Chili Mac. Their other items absolutely delicious well, those two are just my favorites.. The owner is incredibly nice and sweet. I haven't been in there since the summer and she remembered me right away. Highly recommended. Just wish it was open later at times, but it wouldn't make sense since this section of River North is a ghost town after 5pm. read more

Amazing hole in the wall food. It tastes like it's a home cooked meal & extremely reasonably priced for river north. Try their breakfast tacos & you won't be disappointed read more

Casual and walk up to order. Food came out in good time. Had the carnitas quesadilla with lime slaw. It was above average except the meat wasn't marinated/seasoned at all. The lime slaw should've just come as a side, not been extra because the quesadilla isn't totally filling it's own. Tasted the elotes and they were delish. The place was smoky to where it hurt our eyes and stayed that way the whole time. Most of the tables were dirty even though the place wasn't busy. read more

I have heard very good things about this place and decided to drop by today. It's a bit of a hike for me to get to the place and when I walked through, the restaurant was quite dirty. There were dishes on every table. Additionally, I have heard very good things about the Chili Mac. However, upon ordering the dish they were out of queso. To my knowledge, there was still an hour and a half left of service. Likely will update this review on a different trip to the restaurant. However, I guess I was disappointed that this neighborhood gem ran out of one of its main ingredients for its most popular dish. read more

What a treat hidden in a kind of weird pocket of town, by the Groupon Building and new residential developments. I'm not surprised to see Goddess and the Grocer near here (mediocre, over-priced local chain), I am surprised to discover a stellar woman-owned business. Owner and chef Kim offered both warm hospitality (definitely rare in this part of town!) and incredibly delicious food. I had the migas breakfast taco. The description of eggs, cheese, peppers and onions sounded somewhat mundane, but the execution was exceptional. I'm not sure which salsa I liked Berger, and the mix of textures was impressive. Then I treated myself to the French toast with vanilla creme. Also A++++. Not too sweet, just how I want it. Go here. Now. read more

The closest to traditional Austin breakfast tacos I've found in Chicago. They were slightly larger than the ones I've had in the past, but the flavor was spot on! They were pretty cheap from what I remember too, so you don't feel like you're breakin' the bank. Of course we haddddd to try the chili mac too, because who doesn't want ooey gooey chili mac for breakfast?! Ha! Needless to say it was dangerously delicious. I mean devilishly good. And the portion size was out of this world! We were eating leftovers for 2 days!! read more

The best breakfast tacos in town, bar none Kim provides stellar service, she seemingly knows everyone by name which gives Texican a nice neighborhoody vibe. All of the food here kicks ass, dont hesitate to run there ASAP My recommendation, the Migas tacos for breakfast and the carnitas quesadilla for lunch! read more

I've dined here once and gotten take out several times. Texican is legitimately good. My favorite dish is the gulf shrimp tacos. I've also tried the king ranch casserole as well as the carnitas quesadilla. All good. I also highly recommend the texas sheet cake. At $2 a slice (generous portion at that), it's a taste of chocolate heaven. Very happy that Texican is in the neighborhood. We welcome you with opens arms and hope you stick around for a long, long time. read more

Stopped in for breakfast with my son and were disappointed to learn that we missed it by 30 minutes. Too bad the menu displayed behind the counter didn't note those hours. Hopefully they will invest in a little extra chalk to write it on there for future out of town guests. We stuck around and ordered from the lunch menu, though, and we were both very happy with the carnitas quesadilla and both sauces that were available. It's a tiny little place with limited seating, which was even more limited when we were informed the 3 main tables were off limits because a large group was coming in. Fortunately, we were able to use a tiny table for 2 off in the corner, but it felt like we were pretty unimportant to them. I recommend them for the food, but not so much for the service. read more

Red salsa: On point Green salsa: On point Lime slaw: Good Shrimp Tacos: Ok Price: $10 for 2 SMALL tacos, seriously!? Do you know how many tacos (authentic ones at that) I could buy for $10 less than 2 miles away from this place? That's all I'm gonna say. read more

Excellent! I got 1 of each of the 2 breakfast tacos on the menu. I also got Elotes (Mexican Street Corn). The food was excellent and was made in such a way that you knew it was important to Texican to make good, quality and tasty food. Great seasoning, consistency, taste, portion and presentation. Nice "homey" feel to the food. Also, their red sauce is one of the best red sauces I'd ever had! Will definitely be back! read more