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Casa Tequila Chicago
Master Critic Review
Casa Tequila Chicago
7.7
Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Happy Hour Hotspots
Trendy Table Hotspots
Casa Tequila is a colorful Wicker Park cantina where margarita specials and birria tacos make the bar area feel like happy hour most nights. Guests lean on it for sit-down taco platters, combo plates, and bigger-group celebrations centered around tequila and shareable plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tacos de Birria, Create Your Own combo plate, Fajita Quesadilla
Scores:
Value: 6.7
Service: 6.5
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Tequila-forward Division Street cantina built around birria, combos, and margarita deals.
Who should go: Groups wanting louder, cocktail-heavy taco nights.
When to visit: Weeknight happy hours or early weekend evenings.
What to order: Tacos de Birria, a combo plate with tacos, house margarita.
Insider tip: Start at the bar for half-price or promo margaritas, then move to a table once your group is complete.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Division and nearby residential streets; can be tight during peak hours.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual — jeans and nice tops are common.
Noise level: Loud — conversation is possible but expect lively bar energy.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, especially for larger groups.
Weekday lunch: Generally no wait; early evenings are busier.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several taco and appetizer options can be made vegetarian.
Vegan options: Limited — some items can be modified, but options are not extensive.
Gluten-free options: Some menu items are naturally gluten-free; verify tortilla type when ordering.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better suited for fun, social dates than intimate conversation — the vibe leans lively and upbeat.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually yes, but expect waits during peak happy hour and weekend evenings, especially with larger groups.
Is it kid-friendly? Kids are welcome earlier in the evening, but the atmosphere becomes more bar-focused as the night goes on.
Best For
Better for: Colorful, margarita-forward taco nights and celebratory group outings.
Skip if: You want quiet dining, lower prices, or highly traditional Mexican cooking.