Best Trendy Mexican Restaurants in Loop
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Broken English Taco Pub
A taco-and-cocktail format that runs like an after-work machine.
Notable Picks
8.3
A high-energy taco pub that’s built for groups and after-work momentum—loud room, fast-moving drinks, and a menu designed for mixing tacos with shareables. The move is to start with queso and keep the taco order focused (two styles max) so the table doesn’t turn into a pile of overlap.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chips & chipotle queso, Al pastor tacos, Carne asada tacos
What Makes it Special: A taco-and-cocktail format that runs like an after-work machine.
8.3
A Mexico City–leaning Loop spot built around heirloom-corn tortillas, bright seafood, and a choose-your-own-pace ordering rhythm (one taco at a time rather than giant platters). Treat it as cocktails-plus-food: start with a crisp ceviche/aguachile lane, then commit to a tight taco/tostada run so the flavors stay sharp and the table doesn’t sprawl.
Must-Try Dishes:
White fish aguachile, Spicy tuna tostada, Guisado-style tacos on house tortillas
What Makes it Special: A dual-format Loop concept channeling Mexico City style with house tortillas and a taco-by-taco pacing philosophy.
8.2
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Business Lunch Power Players
Trendy Table Hotspots
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Tortazo is Rick Bayless’s fast-casual Mexican spot inside Willis Tower, focusing on Mexico City-style tortas, chilaquiles, and salads with a full bar in a colorful, design-forward room. Office workers and visitors use it for higher-upgrade tortas, salads, and margaritas that still move quickly at lunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy Chicken Milanesa Torta, Chipotle Roasted Chicken Chilaquiles, El Tortazo salad
What Makes it Special: Chef-driven Mexico City tortas and chilaquiles served in a lively Willis Tower fast-casual space.