Akay Tacos
Merve Naja · 330 Google reviewsAkay Tacos — one of Rogers Park's strongest mexican spots. Real recipes, real ingredients, no shortcuts. Service that's warm without being over the top, and owner on site. Tonjia Linderoth: "My husband loved the green mole, rich flavor with citrus and the chicken was cooked perfectly" [$$]
What 302 diners keep saying
What 302 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“I absolute love this restaurant! Alfonso and his team always treat me as a welcome guest! I literally eat here 2-3 times a week. The Akay taco is simply amazing, a must try! Excellent burritos and enchiladas dinners. Akay has a nice size menu with a lot of options. Excellent quality food and service at a great price. This is best Mexican restaurant on Clark street! Eat here today!”
“Their tacos were great! Especially the al pastor. The owners and staff are also very nice people and the 2 times I’ve come here they’ve given me a free dessert :)”
“Very very good! Staff is always so friendly, and the salsas are not like any other taco place in the neighborhood.”
“Quesabirria tacos are amazing. Super crispy, not greasy like other places. Tender meat and flavorful consome to dip. Staff is super friendly, the owner gave my son complimentary churros. They were strawberry filled, warm and fresh. 100/10 will definitely be back.”
“Just incredible! Made with love. Will be back!!! When you go try and find the birds. 😉”
“Been there couple times, tried out new dishes and it never disappoints me! I’ve had their tacos before, and tried their burrito this time, with lengua. Omg it was so tender and juicy. The owner or the cook was so friendly. He always checked in with us every time I’ve been there, and I love the green and red sauces. So refreshing. They also give you free chips!”
“Amazing spot to get some food. The tacos were really good and their table salsas are decently yummy. The chips and salsa were pretty good and the salsa was oddly on the sweeter side. Really big portions and there’s quite a lot of food. The Jamaica was also very refreshing and delicious.”
“Easily the best and most authentic tacos in the city. Chef Alfonso’s food is made with love—especially the quesabirria and the special Akay taco. Finish it off with the coffee flan!”
“Excellent tacos! Had the steak fish and chicken 10/10 the owner is a G so nice and friendly go above and beyond and give good treats at the end.”
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