Best Quick Bites Champions Mexican Restaurants in Old Town
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Cilantro Taco Grill
Fast-casual Jalisco-style tacos and burritos with serious late-night reach.
Notable Picks
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Late Night Legends
Cilantro Taco Grill’s Old Town outpost brings this Jalisco-inspired fast-casual concept into a high-traffic corner at North and Sedgwick. Fresh-off-the-grill meats, hearty burritos, and surprisingly loaded carne asada fries make it a reliable option for late-night tacos, delivery runs, and casual meetups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Tacos, Carne Asada Fries, Al Pastor Burrito
What makes it special: Fast-casual Jalisco-style tacos and burritos with serious late-night reach.
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.
Worthy Picks
#3
Taco Pros
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Late Night Legends
Taco Pros Old Town is a quick-service spot focused on mix-and-match tacos, burritos, bowls, and late-night combos. Since expanding from its original Oak Park location, it’s become a convenient neighborhood option for customizable plates and catering-friendly trays.
Must-Try Dishes:
3 Taco Combo, Burritos, Nachos Supreme
What makes it special: Counter-service Mexican cocina with a flexible menu built for combos and catering.