Best Mexican Restaurants in Wicker Park & West Town (60622)
5 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.
8.7
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Sabroso! Mexican Grill is a family-run spot on Ashland where homestyle recipes show up as hefty California burritos, sizzling fajitas, and brunch plates in a casual BYOB room. Locals in West Town and Ukrainian Village use it for everything from weekend brunch to relaxed dinners when they want generous portions, fresh salsas, and warm service. High review volume across platforms points to a consistently reliable neighborhood anchor for Mexican comfort food.
Must-Try Dishes:
California Burrito, Pork Tamale, Chamorro Plate
What makes it special: Homestyle, family-recipe Mexican plates and brunch in a welcoming BYOB setting.
8.5
Big Star turns Wicker Park’s Damen and North corner into a taco-and-bourbon patio party, with al pastor and pork belly tacos backed by a deep whiskey list. Huge review volume and constant crowds make it one of the city’s most visible modern taquerias, especially for outdoor season and late nights. It’s less about quiet meals and more about tacos, pitchers, and people-watching in a high-energy setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al Pastor Taco, Pork Belly Taco, Beer-Battered Fish Taco
What makes it special: A high-energy taco-and-bourbon patio that defined modern Wicker Park hangs.
8.3
Mariscos La Costa focuses on Mexican seafood—think shrimp empanadas, whole fried fish, and aguachile—served in a lively Ashland Avenue dining room. It’s a go-to for groups who want micheladas, big shared platters, and coastal-style flavors without leaving West Town. Consistently strong reviews highlight generous portions and bold seasoning more than polished service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp Empanadas, Whole Fried Fish with Shrimp, Mixed Ceviche Tostada
What makes it special: Seafood-forward Mexican plates and micheladas built for sharing and celebrations.
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Dona Naty's Tacos is a compact Ukrainian Village taqueria where counter-service carne asada and al pastor tacos anchor an affordable, no-frills menu. Regulars praise it for consistent flavor, house salsas, and weekend menudo at prices that still feel like a neighborhood deal. Seating is limited, but the steady stream of takeout and late-night orders shows how often locals rely on it.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Tacos, Al Pastor Tacos, Menudo (weekends)
What makes it special: A tight, counter-service taqueria delivering reliable tacos and menudo on a budget.