Best Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Tacos Restaurants in Wicker Park
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Tacos & Burrito Express 3
Dependable neighborhood counter serving large-format tacos and burritos since mid-2000s.
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7.8
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Tacos & Burrito Express 3 is a long-running Ashland Avenue spot known for generous carne asada tacos and massive burritos. It’s the everyday Mexican option for neighborhood regulars who want big portions, drive-through pricing, and flexible hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Taco, Al Pastor Taco, Steak Burrito
What makes it special: Dependable neighborhood counter serving large-format tacos and burritos since mid-2000s.
7.8
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Taqueria Super Burrito is a West Town standby for hefty late-night plates, with a big menu of tacos, burritos, and combination platters served at the counter until around 11pm. It’s the kind of straightforward neighborhood taqueria people rely on for satisfying, affordable tacos after a long day.
Must-Try Dishes:
Super Burrito, Steak Taco, Chile Relleno Taco
What makes it special: No-frills counter spot turning out big burritos and tacos late into the evening.
7.7
In the back of Carnicerias Guanajuato, a full taqueria turns grocery runs into taco runs with overstuffed lengua, asada, and carnitas tacos. It’s a supermarket counter that Chicago food writers point to when they talk about how good grocery-store tacos can be.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lengua Tacos, Asada Tacos, Carnitas Tacos
What makes it special: Supermarket taqueria famous for generously filled lengua and asada tacos.