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Mexi-Tacos
Master Critic Review
Mexi-Tacos
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Mexi-Tacos is a compact taqueria tied to a longtime Chicago food truck, turning out breakfast burritos, classic tacos, and daily specials at wallet-friendly prices. It skews more takeout and quick lunch than night-out destination, but locals lean on it for straightforward, satisfying plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Tacos, Breakfast Burrito, Tamales
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: Brick-and-mortar offshoot of a local Mexican truck with honest, affordable plates.
Who should go: Office workers and locals needing fast, filling Mexican basics.
When to visit: Breakfast and lunch hours for the freshest, fastest turnover.
What to order: Breakfast burrito, a trio of tacos, a tamal if available.
Insider tip: Use it as a reliable call-in or online-order option when you want tacos without the River North scene markup.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking and nearby paid garages — meters can be limited during weekday lunch rush.
Dress code: Casual — come as you are, work-day and errand-friendly.
Noise level: Low to moderate — mostly takeaway traffic, conversation is easy if you dine in.
Weekend wait: Often minimal or none — lighter evening traffic compared to daytime hours.
Weekday lunch: Short counter line during peak lunch; moves quickly due to fast service.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — simple bean, egg, and veggie fillings are typically available depending on the day’s offerings.
Vegan options: Limited — can customize some tacos without cheese or crema, but options are menu-dependent.
Gluten-free options: Partially — corn tortillas are the safest bet, but there may not be dedicated gluten-free prep.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a formal date — it functions better as a quick, low-key bite or casual meetup.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — counter-service with limited seating; most guests order takeout, so tables turn quickly when available.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for quick meals — no dedicated kids’ menu, but simple tacos and burritos work well for older kids.
Best For
Better for: Fast, affordable Mexican basics, grab-and-go convenience, and straightforward portions without River North markups.
Skip if: You want cocktails, a full-service dining room, or a longer sit-down Mexican dinner experience.
Hours
Monday8:30am - 3pm
Tuesday8:30am - 3pm
Wednesday8:30am - 3pm
Thursday8:30am - 3pm
Friday8:30am - 3pm
Saturday8:30am - 3pm
SundayClosed