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Barca Restaurant — Irving Park mexican that sets the standard. Real recipes, real ingredients, no shortcuts. Staff that genuinely cares how your meal goes. Owner-operated, BYOB. Pam Rahhal: "The menu is limited and they serve goat- before you wrinkle your nose- it was delicious, tender, juicy"
Luke Aguirre
130 reviews
“You cn feel the family love from this place and especially in their food”
Super disappointing.. was very excited to try their homemade tortillas.
4754 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
“An incredible little place that is owned and operated by a incredibly kind and welcoming family.”
An incredible little place that is owned and operated by a incredibly kind and welcoming family. Food is on point. Made fresh in front of you if you sit at the traditional Mexican style lunch counter. Love this place and the family as well.
John Flores
Jan 2026
“Great authentic Mexican food a true grass roots mom and pop restaurant delicious food as if it was...”
Great authentic Mexican food a true grass roots mom and pop restaurant delicious food as if it was cooked by your abuelita they have birria and queso birria true recipe as they are meant to be. great hand made tortilla tacos truly an authentic Mexican food place even the drinks are truly authentic their jamaica drink is real hibiscus horchata is true recipe nothing from a bag truly heartwarming that they have real recipes like like the ones my aunt makes in Mexico truly a great place to visit if you want an authentic experience 10/10 best chicken tacos in the city
Osc G
Nov 2025
“This place has that true focus that’s all about the food.”
This place has that true focus that’s all about the food. I walked into Barca Restaurant looking for a burrito. I was not expecting the quality of food that was an option for me. I choose the Platillo Del Birria. The flavor and freshness were unbelievably delicious!
Tom Karch
Nov 2025
“Amazing food. Got the Guisados green with chicken and it was fanominal. The atmosphere of the place...”
Amazing food. Got the Guisados green with chicken and it was fanominal. The atmosphere of the place is made by the stove being in sight while the lovely chefs work their magic. And ask for the Valentina hot sause, it was so good.
isaac serbin
Sep 2025
“Absolutely amazing all around!!”
Jennifer Pacheco
Aug 2025
“Very very good Birria hard to find up Northwest.”
Very very good Birria hard to find up Northwest. First time and will be back .
Tony Corona
Jul 2025
“Loved this spot .”
Loved this spot ! Food was so fresh . Handmade tortillas ! The hospitality was so welcoming and attentive . All sauces are delicious . Definitely my go to spot. 2yr update : I just love this place , my other go to breakfast spot , something about the huevos con chorizo just hits so right ! The tortillas just hugs all the goodness like a blanket and it just brings you to a happy place ! I truly enjoy everything about this dish. 10/10 not your average store bought chorizo taste also not greasy , everything tastes homemade 💕
Vanessa R
Feb 2025
“Dining here feels like you’re in Grandma's kitchen, and she’s cooking right in front of you,...”
Dining here feels like you’re in Grandma's kitchen, and she’s cooking right in front of you, handing you whatever else you may need. I’m a big fan of their tortillas, they’re large and super filling. The owner took the time to talk to us and give us an inside scoop on her special weekend menu. The birria here is goat, not beef, so I had to skip, but the carne asada tacos are bomb, and so is the rice. Great neighborhood spot to just sit alone and enjoy your meal. BYOB and liquor store next door just don’t park in their lot, they will tow you.
Tania
Feb 2025
“This place has some of the best birria I’ve had in a while.”
This place has some of the best birria I’ve had in a while. The plate I got was so delicious and fulfilling. The staff was amazing, so welcoming and attentive even with the restaurant being so busy! PS: the tortillas hechas a manos were delicious!
Alondra Estrada
Dec 2024
“I absolutely love this restaurant.”
I absolutely love this restaurant. The food is delicious. The Birria Egg rolls are so good definitely worth getting. The tacos and handmade tortillas are some of the best I’ve had. The quesabirria tacos are packed with meat and cheese. The sopes are huge. The enfrijoladas are nostalgic not many places have enfrijoladas. Honestly, I haven’t had anything bad here. Anything you get will be worth it. The sweet lady who takes care of you is a plus. The customer service is great. I’ve never had a bad experience with them. Definitely worth it!
Estela Villalobos
Sep 2024
“Back again and WOW WOW WOW Still 🔥.”
Back again and WOW WOW WOW Still 🔥. The whole staff is awesome and the quesabirrias are delicious.
Victor H
Jul 2024
“I have found my new favorite Mexican restaurant.”
I have found my new favorite Mexican restaurant. That's a bold statement with so many great options near me (6 Corners), but it's true. Barca is small but inviting with all the Mexican decorations I love. You cn feel the family love from this place and especially in their food. I ordered the guisado because I wanted to wait and order the birria another time. They also have another not so common special on the menu, carne en su jugo, which I am sure if fire by the way everything tasted. The flavors are bold and spicy with fresh hand made corn tortillas to clean it all up with. The prices are fair as well. I cn see why this was so highly rated. Can't wait to go back!
Luke Aguirre
Jun 2024
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