Best Happy Hour Mexican Restaurants in Lakeview (60613)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Big Star - Wrigleyville
Big patio energy with a focused taco-and-bourbon playbook.
Notable Picks
8.4
A big, high-energy Wrigleyville taqueria built for patio hangs, bourbon-and-tequila rhythms, and fast-moving tacos before or after a game. The best experience comes from staying in the street-food lane—tacos, hot chips, and one drink order—so everything hits hot and crisp.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hot chips (fresh-fried nachos), Tacos al pastor, Carne asada taco
What makes it special: Big patio energy with a focused taco-and-bourbon playbook.
#2
Rojo Gusano
8.2
A mezcal-and-tacos room that rewards a slightly more deliberate happy hour: choose two taco styles and add one small starter, then coast on the drinks program. The strongest move is staying in the handmade-tortilla lane instead of stacking extra sides.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork belly taco, Al pastor taco, Guacamole and chips
What makes it special: Tacos paired with a mezcal-heavy cocktail focus in a polished room.
Worthy Picks
#3
El Palmar
7.9
A neighborhood Mexican standby that plays best for a casual early-evening stop when you want classic plates and a drink without ceremony. It’s at its most reliable when you keep the order traditional and pick one or two house-leaning specialties.
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
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.