Best Late Night Tacos Restaurants in Chinatown & Bridgeport (60616)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Carbon Live Fire Mexican Grill
High-volume, late-night counter spot known for fire-grilled tacos at budget prices.
Notable Picks
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Carbon runs a late-hours counter-service taqueria where steak, barbacoa, and veggie tacos come off the grill fast for dine-in or takeout. Locals lean on it after games or late shifts for affordable plates, salsas with some heat, and reliable hours that stretch to 11 p.m. most nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Taco, Barbacoa Taco, Veggie Taco
What makes it special: High-volume, late-night counter spot known for fire-grilled tacos at budget prices.
8.4
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
In Bridgeport, Pancho Pistolas has been serving homestyle Jalisco-style plates, strong margaritas, and generous portions since the late 1990s. Locals use it for sit-down combo-plate dinners, family celebrations, and pre- or post-game meals near the ballpark.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada, Carne Asada a la Tampiqueña, Steak Fajitas
What makes it special: Long-running Bridgeport standby for sizzling skirt steak, combo plates, and margaritas in a lively corner space.
#3
Casa Tulum
8.4
Casa Tulum brings a Tulum-inspired, seafood-leaning Mexican menu to the South Loop with beachy decor, cocktails, and a more polished dining-room feel. It’s used for date nights and small groups looking for quesabirrias, ceviches, and composed plates rather than basic combo platters.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirrias, Torta Ahogada, Shrimp Ceviche
What makes it special: Design-forward Mexican seafood spot where quesabirrias, ceviches, and cocktails are served in a Tulum-inspired room.
8.2
La Cantina Grill is a South Loop Mexican staple near McCormick Place, combining a full bar, broad menu, and a sizable vegan offering. It’s where locals, convention-goers, and families converge for fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas before events or casual dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Traditional Enchiladas, Shrimp Fajitas, Mayan Tamales
What makes it special: High-volume South Loop cantina with a full bar, broad vegan-friendly menu, and flexible seating near Soldier Field and McCormick Place.