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Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
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Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.5
Mi Nueva Tierra is a 2020-opening cantina in the Lathrop Homes stretch of Lincoln Park, built around scratch-made chilaquiles, street-style tacos, and a strong margarita program. TVs for games, a dog-friendly patio, and a menu that runs from pozole to carne asada make it a flexible pick for brunch, drinks, or casual group dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green chilaquiles, Grilled steak tacos, Pozole Norteño
Scores:
Value: 7.5
Service: 8
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 6.3
What makes it special: A modern Mexican cantina with from-scratch brunch, solid tacos, and plenty of TVs for games.
Who should go: Friends or families wanting tacos, margaritas, and a relaxed game-friendly room.
When to visit: Weekend brunch or happy hour for drink deals and a livelier crowd.
What to order: Green chilaquiles, grilled steak tacos, pozole Norteño with flautas.
Insider tip: On nice days, request the back patio to pair tacos and margs with a quieter, dog-friendly setting.
Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.5
Don Pez is a tiny Sheffield Neighbors cantina specializing in Baja-style fish and seafood tacos, with press-recognized shrimp tacos and a focused cocktail list. Since 2020 it’s become Lincoln Park’s destination for richer, chef-y taco plates, ceviche, and huckleberry shakes in a compact, lively room with a small patio.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Pezcado Tacos, Coconut Shrimp Tacos, Short Rib Quesabirria
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9.3
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: A tightly focused Baja fish taco bar with serious execution.
Who should go: Taco obsessives chasing standout fish and shrimp combos.
When to visit: Weeknights or early evenings for patio seats and shorter waits.
What to order: Signature Pezcado tacos, coconut shrimp tacos, short rib quesabirria.
Insider tip: Pair the fish tacos with chips, house guacamole, and huckleberry margaritas.
Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.3
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Don Pez Fish Tacos is a family-owned Armitage cantina focused on Baja-style fish and seafood tacos, short rib quesabirria, and strong margaritas in a colorful, mural-lined room. It leans more evening than all-night, but for late dinners and lingering taco-and-tequila sessions it offers a more polished take on the neighborhood taco run.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Pezcado Fish Tacos, Lo & Slow Short Rib Tacos, Baja Shrimp Tacos
Scores:
Value: 6.5
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: A seafood-focused taco cantina where fish, shrimp, and short rib tacos share the spotlight with craft margaritas in a bright, mural-filled space.
Who should go: Groups wanting creative tacos with cocktails rather than takeout.
When to visit: Prime weekend evenings for a buzzy room before the kitchen closes.
What to order: Signature pezcado tacos, lo & slow short rib tacos, Baja shrimp tacos.
Insider tip: Watch for rotating specials and consider sharing a flight of tacos before committing to a full plate.
Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.4
Don Pez Tacos Cantina is a DePaul-adjacent taco bar where crispy fish tacos, quesabirria, and shrimp-focused plates share space with a solid margarita lineup. Guests treat it as a casual sit-down option for seafood-heavy Mexican plates that still land in an accessible price range.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fish Tacos, Quesabirria Tacos, Breakfast Burrito
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: A seafood-leaning taco cantina where fish tacos and quesabirria headline alongside strong margaritas.
Who should go: Groups wanting fish tacos, margaritas, and casual sit-down service.
When to visit: Evenings for tacos, drinks, and a lively but relaxed crowd.
What to order: Fish tacos, quesabirria tacos, and a breakfast burrito if offered.
Insider tip: Sit near the bar to ask about off-menu or seasonal taco specials.
Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.6
Don Pez Taco Cantina is a small Sheffield Neighbors spot where Baja-style fish and shrimp tacos, ceviche, and quesabirria come off the griddle with surprising precision for the price. High-volume praise on both Google and Yelp, plus Eater and guide coverage, make it one of the most reliable seafood-focused taco stops in 60614.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baja Fish Tacos, Shrimp Tacos, Quesabirria Tacos
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 6.9
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: A seafood-focused taqueria where Baja-style fish and shrimp tacos punch above their price.
Who should go: Seafood taco fans who want serious flavor on a budget.
When to visit: Weeknight dinners or Taco Tuesday for easier seats and deals.
What to order: Start with Baja fish and shrimp tacos, add a quesabirria.
Insider tip: Use Taco Tuesday specials to sample multiple proteins without overspending.
Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.4
Don Pez Tacos Cantina is a compact, high-energy Baja-focused taco bar where fish tacos, quesabirria, and huckleberry shakes anchor one of the most aggressive weekday happy hours in the area. With $3–$5 taco and drink specials and a big focus on fresh-fried seafood, it works best when you lean into the early-evening deals at the bar.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baja Fish Tacos, Short Rib Quesabirria, Huckleberry Shake
Scores:
Value: 6.7
Service: 8.8
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7.9
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: A Baja-style taco bar where weekday happy hour makes prices sting less.
Who should go: Taco lovers chasing strong fish tacos and drink deals.
When to visit: Weekday happy hour 3–6pm for $3 tacos and drinks.
What to order: Baja Fish Tacos, Short Rib Quesabirria, Huckleberry Shake.
Insider tip: Sit at the bar during happy hour to move quickly through tacos and margaritas.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only — mostly metered and easier before evening; expect competition after 6pm on weekdays and weekends.
Dress code: Casual — tacos-and-margaritas vibe; jeans, sneakers, and casual layers are common.
Noise level: Lively during happy hour with bar chatter; conversational at off-peak times if you sit away from the bar.
Weekend wait: 20–40 minutes at peak hours; bar seats often turn faster.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait; quick counter and bar availability.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited but workable — expect 1–2 veggie tacos or sides depending on rotation.
Vegan options: Very limited — most tacos rely on seafood, cheese, or crema; check with staff for modifications.
Gluten-free options: Some tacos can be done on corn tortillas, but cross-contact is likely — better for gluten-light than strict gluten-free.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you’re aiming for a casual, upbeat bar-style hang with shared tacos and drinks; less ideal if you want quiet conversation or a long, seated dinner.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s primarily walk-in; happy hour fills fastest, so arrive early or target bar seating for the shortest wait.
Is it kid-friendly? Occasionally — families may be fine earlier in the day, but the space leans bar-forward and louder during happy hour and evenings; better for teens than small children.
Best For
Better for: Weekday happy hour value, fresh-fried fish tacos, quick solo meals at the bar, and small-plate snacking without committing to a full dinner.
Skip if: You want broad vegetarian or vegan options, a quiet sit-down dinner, large-group seating, or strictly gluten-free preparation.
Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.4
A compact Baja-focused taco bar where fish tacos, quesabirria, and seasonal specials drive one of Lincoln Park’s most sought-after taco Tuesday and happy hour lineups. Tacos, margaritas, and huckleberry lemonades make it a go-to when you want seafood-focused plates with a neighborhood-bar energy instead of a full-blown cantina.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Fish Tacos, Short Rib Quesabirria Tacos, Coconut Shrimp Tacos
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: A tiny Baja-inspired taco cantina where fish tacos and quesabirria are treated like headliners of an aggressive happy hour.
Who should go: Taco obsessives chasing seafood-focused taco Tuesday and margarita deals.
When to visit: Weekday happy hour or Taco Tuesday before the tiny room packs.
What to order: Signature Fish Tacos, Short Rib Quesabirria, Coconut Shrimp Tacos.
Insider tip: The patio seats and bar stools go first; arrive just before happy hour starts to snag a spot without a long wait.
Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday12pm - 9pm
Wednesday4pm - 9pm
Thursday12pm - 9pm
Friday12pm - 10pm
Saturday12pm - 10pm
Sunday12pm - 7pm