Best Tacos Restaurants in Gold Coast & Old Town (60610)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Tecalitlan Mexican Kitchen and Margarita Bar
Family-run staple since 1973 with big plates and bigger margaritas.
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Birthday & Celebration Central
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Tecalitlan is a multigenerational Mexican restaurant that’s been drawing Chicagoans since 1973, now operating out of a lively Clybourn Corridor space in NEWCITY. Generous portions of classics like quesabirria and fajitas meet a deep margarita list, making it a go-to for birthdays, group dinners, and pre-event meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria Dinner, Al Pastor Burrito, Shrimp Fajitas
What makes it special: Family-run staple since 1973 with big plates and bigger margaritas.
#2
Velvet Taco
8.3
A late-night-friendly, fast-casual taco shop that leans into global, mash-up flavors rather than strict regional tradition. It works best when you order 2–3 contrasting tacos per person and let the menu’s punchy sauces and textures do the heavy lifting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tikka Taco, Chicken Tikka, Fried Paneer Taco
What makes it special: Global-flavor tacos built for fast, late-night ordering.
8.0
Taqueria Express - Mr. Gyros is a tight Old Town counter that blends Mexican taqueria staples with gyro-shop comfort food. Locals lean on it for fast, affordable tacos, burritos, and plates that travel well for delivery.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Tacos, Vegetarian Taco Salad, Chicken Burrito
What makes it special: Compact counter spot where generously stuffed tacos and burritos come out fast and inexpensive.