Best Cheap Tacos Restaurants in Lakeview & Wrigleyville (60657)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
El Nuevo Mexicano
A 40-plus-year Clark Street fixture with a big patio and flexible menu, from mole enchiladas to vegan chiles rellenos.
Notable Picks
8.7
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Trendy Table Hotspots
El Nuevo Mexicano is a longtime Lakeview restaurant (at this Clark Street address since 1983) pairing margaritas and a broad menu with an unexpectedly deep back dining room and all-weather patio. With well over 1,000 combined reviews and many mentions in local guides, it balances classic enchiladas and fajitas with vegan and gluten-free options while staying reasonable for sit-down Mexican.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Enchiladas, Carnitas Chipotle, Queso Fundido
What makes it special: A 40-plus-year Clark Street fixture with a big patio and flexible menu, from mole enchiladas to vegan chiles rellenos.
8.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Taqueria Tejupilco is a compact East Lakeview counter spot turning out street-style tacos, burritos, and sopes at genuinely budget-friendly prices. Delivery platforms show hundreds of 4.8-star ratings for its lengua, birria, and pastor, making it one of the most consistently praised cheap Mexican options in the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Taco, Pastor Burrito, Birria Taco
What makes it special: A tiny Broadway taqueria with 4.8-rated tacos and serious value.
#3
El Taco Cart
8.0
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
El Taco Cart is a late-night Northalsted counter turning out made-to-order tacos, burritos, and snacks steps from the Halsted bar strip. Marinated steak, al pastor, and shrimp tacos come fast and affordable, making it a reliable stop after shows and nightlife.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asada steak taco, Al pastor taco, Pizza tamale
What makes it special: A late-night Northalsted taco counter serving street-style tacos until 3am on weekends.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family-run Buena Vista has served Lakeview East since 2004 with tacos, all-day breakfast plates, and combo dinners built for carryout and delivery. Pricing stays modest, and straightforward pastor and steak tacos make it a steady option for casual weeknight meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Enchiladas, Steak Fajitas, Taco and Enchilada Combo
What makes it special: A low-key, family-run Broadway spot where combo plates and fajitas deliver reliable comfort for the price.
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Taco & Burrito House on Broadway is a no-frills, late-hours Mexican standby serving big plates of tacos, burritos, and all-day breakfast near the Belmont Red Line. Generous portions and low prices keep it in regular rotation for quick counter orders, delivery, or casual dine-in.
Must-Try Dishes:
Skirt Steak Burrito, Beef Barbacoa Burrito, Steak Fajita Burrito King
What makes it special: Late-night Broadway standby for oversized burritos, breakfast plates, and takeout.