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Far South Side · Mexican · $

La Cabanita

4.5304 reviews ·Opentil 9 tonight
Sorry I didn’t take a picture of the torta, as I mentioned I was time restricted so I got home and ate it lol the lady answering the phone nd handing me the food was really nice, excellent customer service
Mayra MuroMayra Muro · 26 Google reviews
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La Cabanita — a Far South Side mexican mainstay. Order the Tacos. The flavors are genuine, nothing diluted. Affordable. [$]

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10401 S Muskegon Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Far South Side
Today9AM-9PM
Sun9AM-7PM
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What 304 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Ahmad Yousef
Jul 2026

Highly recommended, martha was amazing lovely customer service great steak tacos

Ahmad Yousef

Ahmad Yousef

35 reviews on Google

Review photo by Candace
May 2026

Everything I've tried so far is good. I like their nachos, crispy tacos, regular tacos the tortillas are so soft, gorditas, tostadas. The ground beef has a lot of flavor, it's filled with vegetables including potaoes. It's so good!

Candace

Candace

273 reviews on Google

Review photo by Julian Escalante
Oct 2025

Nice little hidden gem the place is small but big taste and great customer service right when I entered i was greeted with kindness and respect I will definitely be coming back here on my next opportunity in the near future ty A++++++

Julian Escalante

Julian Escalante

37 reviews on Google

Review photo by Mayra Muro
Aug 2025

I was on my way home and the bridge was up so I looked up Mexican food near me since I was craving a steak torta and was time restricted, looked at reviews and I went here. Not disappointed at all, I got a steak torta, green sauce, and carrots. I called, picked up, came back and the bridge was still up. The torta was delicious 🤤 plenty of steak in it and veggies in it were fresh. I will definitely go again. Sorry I didn’t take a picture of the torta, as I mentioned I was time restricted so I got home and ate it lol the lady answering the phone nd handing me the food was really nice, excellent customer service.

Mayra Muro

Mayra Muro

29 reviews on Google

Review photo by JC
Jun 2025

The torta was good, would definitely get again

JC

JC

183 reviews on Google

Review photo by Winfred Taylor
Jul 2024

This was some of the best food I had in years ! Have only ordered twice.. both times flavor was so good with every item.. great prices..I love the seasoned steak .. their tacos are outstanding

Winfred Taylor

Winfred Taylor

291 reviews on Google

Review photo by Sergio Gonzalez
Oct 2025

Pros: -Tasty tacos and gorditas with proteins that are charred, spiced and cooked in the authentic Mexican tradition. The green sauce is particularly tasty. :) -Great value for most selections. -Card payments are accepted. Cons: -There are daily specials posted along the wall, but many of them contain typographical errors. The layout also apepars to be random, making it hard to follow. -The burger special is, in my opinion, one of the few items on the menu that wasn't a particularly great deal. The burger itself is small, not particularly hearty; the meal is mostly just fries. -The joint is cozy, so seating is limited.

Sergio Gonzalez

Sergio Gonzalez

30 reviews on Google

Review photo by Only Top Down Trading
Jul 2026

((((Update) portion size went down significantly. Gotta lower the star rating. Still ok, but the portion size was almost cut in half. ))) (((Original message)))the burrito bowl with extra meat and a drink! Huge 2lb container that can feed a few people or 2 hungry adults. $18.50 only!

Only Top Down Trading

Only Top Down Trading

85 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

The tacos and burrito were delicious

Anthony Studstill

Anthony Studstill

102 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

Love this little hidden Gem...

regina broughton

regina broughton

270 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

A hidden gem on the far east side of Chicago they have the best chicken tacos and burritos full of flavor and seasoned well, I've had other things on the menu and everything is delicious, get the guacamole salsa for your food you won't be disappointed

Eugene Smith II

Eugene Smith II

69 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

Soooo good!! I got the steak and chorizo tacos and they were seasoned so well and packed with meat!! I will be back

Sydnie Gibson

Sydnie Gibson

4 reviews on Google

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