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Jaimito's Burritos
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Jaimito's Burritos
7.7
Since the mid-1990s, Jaimito's Burritos has been a Clybourn corridor standby for oversized burritos, tostadas, and late-night taco plates served into the early morning hours. The counter-service room is bare-bones, but portions, pricing, and post-midnight hours keep it in heavy rotation for students and service-industry regulars.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Burrito, Ground Beef Tostadas, Al Pastor Tacos
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: A long-running counter-service Mexican spot where enormous burritos and tostadas run until 3–5 AM.
Who should go: Budget-minded night owls wanting huge burritos fast.
When to visit: Post-bar hours when most kitchens nearby are closed.
What to order: Steak burrito, ground beef tostadas, al pastor tacos with salsa.
Insider tip: Ask for the squeeze-bottle hot sauces at the counter to customize heat.
Jaimito's Burritos
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Jaimito’s Burritos is a bare-bones counter spot off Clybourn where oversized burritos, tostadas, and tacos serve late-night shoppers and bar crowds. It’s not the most polished option in the area, but when you want a fast, filling burrito after midnight, it reliably does the job.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Burrito, Ground Beef Tostadas, Carne Asada Tacos
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 7.4
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: A simple counter-service burrito joint that stays open deep into the night on Clybourn.
Who should go: Late-night shoppers and bar-goers needing a quick, filling burrito.
When to visit: Post-midnight on weekends when nearby options thin out.
What to order: Steak Burrito, Ground Beef Tostadas, a couple of Carne Asada Tacos.
Insider tip: Use the salsa bar generously—adding green or roja salsa sharpens the flavors of late-night orders.
Jaimito's Burritos
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Jaimito's Burritos is a 1990s-era Lincoln Park standby where huge burritos, basic but satisfying tacos, and late-night combo plates run as late as 3 a.m. on weekends. Regulars use it as a dependable, no-frills stop when they want volume, speed, and low prices more than precision.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Taco Dinner, Al Pastor Burrito, Nacho Bowl
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.6
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: A long-hours Clybourn counter spot known for massive, inexpensive burritos and tacos available deep into the night.
Who should go: Budget-minded late-night diners prioritizing portion size over polish.
When to visit: After bars close on weekends when the 3 a.m. crowd hits.
What to order: Steak taco dinner, al pastor burrito, loaded nacho bowl.
Insider tip: Order online for late-night pickup to avoid the peak bar-close line.
Jaimito's Burritos
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Jaimito’s Burritos is a since-1995 Lincoln Park counter spot where massive burritos, tostadas, and taco dinners run late into the night. It’s valued more for speed, portions, and long hours than for finesse, making it a practical cheap Mexican option for nearby residents and service workers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ground Beef Tostadas, Steak Taco Dinner, Al Pastor Burrito
Scores:
Value: 9
Service: 7.1
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 7.5
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: A longtime late-night counter where giant burritos and tostadas stay affordable for students and service workers.
Who should go: Budget-minded diners prioritizing size, speed, and late-night hours.
When to visit: Late weekends when you want delivery or takeout past midnight.
What to order: Ground beef tostadas, steak taco dinner, and an al pastor burrito.
Insider tip: Ask for extra salsa cups; the house salsa elevates basic orders.