Best Cheap Mexican Restaurants in Lakeview (60613)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Taco & Burrito House
Fast, filling Mexican staples that work after hours.
Notable Picks
8.2
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A dependable late-night Mexican counter where the move is straightforward: pick a burrito lane or a taco lane and keep it focused. It’s built for speed and repeatability, with portions that make it a practical answer when you need food, not a production.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak burrito, Al pastor tacos, Quesadilla
What makes it special: Fast, filling Mexican staples that work after hours.
8.1
Late-night Mexican with a broader, more “full-plate” roster than most taquerias—skirt steak plates, enchiladas, and comfort-forward classics that still land quickly. Best when you treat it like a two-part meal: one shareable starter vibe, then one composed entrée per person.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada a la Tampiqueña, Al Pastor Burrito, Enchiladas Suizas
What makes it special: Late-night hours with real entrée plates, not just tacos.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A Wrigley-adjacent counter spot that’s built for late-night burritos and dependable tacos more than a linger-and-chat meal. The best results come from picking one burrito lane and adding a simple taco or side—big flavor, minimal fuss.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lengua burrito, Al pastor burrito, Tacos de tripa
What makes it special: Late-night burrito power with real offal and classic proteins.
#4
El Palmar
7.9
A sit-down Mexican option that’s most useful when you want table service, a broader menu, and a steady pace. Portions tend to be generous, so it plays well for hungry groups or an easy weeknight reset. Stick to a couple core plates and keep the order coordinated.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tostada, Fajitas de carne asada, Pastor burrito
What makes it special: A bigger, sit-down menu built for easy group Mexican meals.
7.8
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A compact taqueria that rewards traditional, taco-first ordering and a focused protein choice. The move is to keep it simple—tacos on corn, then customize with salsa and add-ons as needed. It’s not about the room; it’s about a clean, practical taco run.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tacos al pastor, Carne asada burrito, Taco de lengua
What makes it special: Street-taco execution with fast turnaround and strong salsa heat.
7.8
A casual Wrigleyville Mexican option that’s best used for a straightforward sit-down meal with familiar hits and dependable portions. Stick to tacos or a combo plate and keep the ticket tight—this is where simplicity tends to win.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne asada tacos, Chicken enchiladas, Chips and salsa
What makes it special: Straightforward sit-down Mexican in the heart of Wrigleyville.
#7
El Taco Toro
7.5
A newer, fast-casual taco shop format that’s most useful when you want a quick, modern taco run with minimal waiting. It performs best when you keep the order tight—two or three tacos and one side—so everything stays crisp and hot. The room is simple and geared toward takeout flow.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Quesabirria, Carne asada tacos's
What makes it special: Fast-casual taco focus designed for quick ordering and takeout.