Best Family Friendly Mexican Restaurants in Near North Side
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Beat Kitchen Cantina
Independent taco counter at Navy Pier with bolder fillings than most tourist options.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Beat Kitchen Cantina brings locally run taco-bar energy to Navy Pier with smoked pork belly, jerk pork, and chicken fajita tacos plus strong margaritas. It’s a counter-service option that feels more independent than most pier choices, trading polish for hearty portions and quick bites between attractions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Fajita Taco, Smoked Pork Belly Taco, Chips and Guacamole
What Makes it Special: Independent taco counter at Navy Pier with bolder fillings than most tourist options.
7.6
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Family Friendly Favorites
Casa Margarita, a small local group with a Streeterville outpost near Navy Pier, leans into big-format Tex-Mex plates and a deep margarita list in a brightly decorated dining room. Kitchen hours run to around 11–11:30 p.m., making it a convenient option for post-pier dinners and late-night group gatherings along the river.
Must-Try Dishes:
Camarones A La Diabla, Carne Asada, Queso Fundido con Chorizo
What Makes it Special: A colorful, TV-lined Tex-Mex spot near Navy Pier that stays open late with big plates and bigger margaritas.
7.5
Vibes:
Sweet Treats Escapes
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Churro Factory at Navy Pier focuses on fried-to-order churros, dipping sauces, and other sweet snacks rather than full meals. It works best as a quick Mexican-style dessert stop for families and visitors walking the pier.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Cinnamon Sugar Churros, Filled Chocolate Churros, Churros with Dipping Sauces
What Makes it Special: A dedicated churro stand serving freshly fried churros along the pier.