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Big Wig Tacos
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Big Wig Tacos
7.9
Big Wig Tacos in Logan Square is a late-night counter where steak tacos, chorizo burritos, and crisp tortillas answer post-bar cravings until the early morning hours. It’s more about speed, portions, and convenience than nuance, but it consistently delivers hot food when most kitchens are closed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak tacos, Chorizo burrito, Agua fresca de jamaica
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 7
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: High-hour taqueria slinging tacos and burritos deep into the night.
Who should go: Night owls needing reliable tacos after bars or shows.
When to visit: Late nights when most neighborhood kitchens have already closed.
What to order: Steak tacos, chorizo burrito, jamaica agua fresca.
Insider tip: Expect a crowd after midnight and keep orders focused for fastest turnaround.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Milwaukee and nearby side streets; generally easier late at night but can be tight during peak bar hours.
Dress code: Very casual — hoodies, jeans, and late-night bar attire are all normal.
Noise level: Loud during late-night rush with limited seating; conversation is brief and mostly counter-style.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes at peak late-night hours; lines move quickly due to counter service.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, with occasional short lines around school and work breaks.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — basic veggie tacos and burritos available, but limited customization.
Vegan options: Very limited — may require modifying veggie options; confirm ingredients at the counter.
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas are typically used for tacos, but no dedicated gluten-free prep or cross-contact controls.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you want something quick and low-key after a night out — it’s counter service, bright lighting, and more functional than romantic.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — there are no reservations and seating is limited; most guests order at the counter and eat quickly or take food to go.
Is it kid-friendly? Acceptable for quick daytime bites, but late-night crowds and tight seating make it better suited to adults after bar hours.
Best For
Better for: Fast, filling tacos and burritos when everywhere else is closed — especially for late-night value and speed.
Skip if: You want nuanced flavors, spacious seating, or a sit-down taqueria experience with broader dietary accommodations.
Big Wig Tacos
7.7
Big Wig Tacos is a late-night counter and casual dining room turning out customizable burritos, bowls, and tacos until the early morning. Skirt steak and chicken are grilled over an open flame, and the classic chicken and carne asada burritos serve bar-goers and night-shift workers long after most kitchens close.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Chicken Burrito, Classic Asada Burrito, Burrito Bowl
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: High-hour spot for flame-grilled burritos served deep into the night.
Who should go: Night owls needing customizable burritos after bar close.
When to visit: Post-bar hours when most neighborhood kitchens are closed.
What to order: Classic Chicken Burrito, Classic Asada Burrito, burrito bowl.
Insider tip: Order online before arriving to skip the late-night ordering line.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking on nearby avenues; generally easier late at night but limited during peak evening hours
Dress code: Casual — bar crowd and late-night takeout attire are totally fine
Noise level: Lively during post-bar rush; quieter earlier in the evening
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes during late-night surges; usually quick earlier
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait, counter ordering moves fast
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — bean, veggie, and build-your-own burrito options
Vegan options: Limited — possible with customizations (skip cheese/sour cream)
Gluten-free options: Partial — bowls work as a gluten-avoiding option, but no dedicated prep
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual meetups or late-night refueling than a formal first date — it’s counter-service and can get busy after bar close.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — no reservations are taken; seating is first-come, first-served with most guests ordering at the counter and dining quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Earlier hours are fine for families and teens; late-night service skews bar-crowd and can feel hectic for younger kids.
Best For
Better for: Late-night hours, fast turnaround, and customizable burritos at wallet-friendly prices
Skip if: You want a sit-down meal with table service, quieter ambiance, or specialty regional Mexican cooking
Big Wig Tacos
8.1
Big Wig Tacos in Logan Square is a counter-service taqueria running virtually around the clock, with a line that spikes after midnight. Steak tacos, chorizo burritos, and horchata are the move when you need hot, fast, inexpensive food at 2–4 a.m.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Tacos, Chorizo Burrito, Horchata
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: High-hour taco counter that reliably feeds Logan Square until 4 a.m.
Who should go: Night owls needing fast tacos after bars.
When to visit: Post-midnight through last call for peak late-night crowd.
What to order: Steak Tacos, Chorizo Burrito, Horchata.
Insider tip: Keep your order focused—succinct orders move significantly faster during 2–4 a.m. rushes.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Milwaukee and side streets; usually available but can be tight during late-night rushes
Dress code: Casual — bar crowd attire, hoodies and jeans are standard
Noise level: Loud after midnight with steady foot traffic; quieter earlier in the evening
Weekend wait: Short to moderate line (5–15 minutes); can stretch to 20+ minutes after midnight
Weekday lunch: Minimal to no wait outside of brief peak bursts
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — simple veggie tacos and meat-free burrito builds are available
Vegan options: Limited — possible with beans/veggies and no cheese or crema, but offerings are not explicitly vegan-labeled
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas are typically used for tacos, but cross-contact is likely in a shared kitchen
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if the plan is casual and late-night — it’s counter-service, bright, and functional rather than atmospheric.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — no reservations are taken; seating is first-come counter and small tables, with most guests ordering to go.
Is it kid-friendly? During daytime and early evening, yes for quick, affordable meals; after midnight, the scene skews bar-adjacent and is less suitable for kids.
Best For
Better for: Speed, price, and ultra-late hours — reliable hot food when most neighborhood kitchens are closed
Skip if: You want a sit-down taqueria, cocktails, patio seating, or more regional/tortilla-driven taco craftsmanship
Big Wig Tacos
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Big Wig Tacos is a late-night Logan Square counter spot where skirt steak tacos, chorizo burritos, and horchata run until 4 a.m. Most guests treat it as a fast, no-fuss stop after bars or shows rather than a sit-down meal, but the grills stay busy and portions are generous for the price.
Must-Try Dishes:
Skirt Steak Tacos, Chorizo Burrito, Surf & Turf Quesadilla
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Taco-and-burrito counter slinging hot food until 4 a.m. nightly.
Who should go: Night owls needing quick tacos after bars.
When to visit: Post-midnight when the bar crowd rolls through.
What to order: Skirt steak tacos, chorizo burrito, Surf & Turf quesadilla.
Insider tip: Keep your order focused—smaller tickets tend to come out faster.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; availability varies and can be limited late at night near Milwaukee Ave — expect to circle during peak bar hours.
Dress code: Casual — come as you are; bar crowd attire and hoodies are common.
Noise level: Loud during late-night rush with standing-line chatter; conversation is limited if you’re dining in.
Weekend wait: Typically 10–20 minutes after midnight; shorter earlier in the evening.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or very short line.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Some options — veggie tacos and customizable burritos, but preparation is not strictly segregated.
Vegan options: Limited — a few items can be customized without cheese/sour cream; confirm ingredients at the counter.
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas are available, but cross-contact is likely due to shared grills and prep surfaces.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a first date — it’s a fast-casual counter with late-night foot traffic and minimal seating; better suited for a quick bite after drinks.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — there are no reservations; seating is first-come and limited, and many guests take food to go.
Is it kid-friendly? Earlier hours can work for older kids who are comfortable with counter service, but the late-night crowd and noise make it less suitable for young children.
Best For
Better for: Late-night convenience, fast turnaround, generous portions, and reliable post-bar hours when most kitchens are closed.
Skip if: You want a sit-down meal, quieter atmosphere, extensive vegetarian/vegan choices, or strict dietary handling.
Big Wig Tacos
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Girls Night Out Approved
Big Wig Tacos’ Logan Square location is a counter-service shop geared to late-night traffic, slinging steak tacos, hefty burritos, and nachos until the early morning. It’s a quality bump over typical post-bar options while staying firmly in affordable, fast-casual territory.
Must-Try Dishes:
Street steak tacos, Chorizo burrito, Nachos with queso
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 6.7
Consistency: 7.2
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Late-night counter where tacos and burritos stay hot until 4 a.m.
Who should go: Night owls needing better-than-average post-bar tacos fast.
When to visit: After midnight when most kitchens close but you’re still hungry.
What to order: Steak tacos, chorizo burrito, horchata with chips and queso.
Insider tip: Keep orders simple during peak late-night rush for faster, hotter food.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only along nearby residential blocks; usually manageable on weeknights but can be tight late-night and on weekends near Milwaukee Ave.
Dress code: Very casual — hoodies, jeans, and post-bar attire are all normal.
Noise level: Loud late at night with constant foot traffic; earlier evenings and daytime are moderate and conversational.
Weekend wait: Generally short line; expect 5–15 minutes after midnight during bar let-out rush.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; orders move quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Some options (e.g., veggie tacos, quesadillas); customization is common.
Vegan options: Limited — a few items can be modified, but ingredients may vary by prep; ask at the counter.
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas are available, but cross-contact is likely in a shared kitchen — not ideal for strict gluten-free diners.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual hangouts than a first date — it’s counter-service, bright, and often busy late at night.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — there are no reservations; seating is first-come counter-service with quick table turnover.
Is it kid-friendly? During daytime and early evening, yes (simple menu, fast service). After midnight, the crowd and noise skew adult and aren’t ideal for kids.
Best For
Better for: Late-night food runs, fast counter-service tacos, and affordable burritos that are a notch above typical post-bar options.
Skip if: You’re seeking chef-driven tacos, handmade-tortilla specialists, or a slower sit-down experience.