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Big Star Wicker Park — mexican in Wicker Park. The space has a modern, polished edge. The bartender knows what they're doing, and no long waits. Bradley Nafziger: "Birris tacos: very crispy flavorful and cheesy and delicious the au jus was so good"
D “Juanito” H
504 reviews
“Except for the Mexican beers, everything else is basically the funky craft/micro brewery stuff plus a couple of classics like Miller High Life and Lone Star”
1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
“Big Star in Wicker Park has such a cool, lively vibe.”
Big Star in Wicker Park has such a cool, lively vibe. The prices are great, the portions are generous, and the food comes out fast. The staff is always friendly and efficient, which makes the whole experience easy and enjoyable. A solid go‑to spot for good food and good energy.
Kyla Shokunbi
Dec 2025
“Cute place to grab food in wicker park.”
Cute place to grab food in wicker park. I was in the area hanging out and shopping and needed something to eat. This was a popular place near the train. I sat at the bar and ordered some birria tacos and a margarita. Both were delicious and came out quickly. The tacos were hot, fresh and tasty. The bartender was friendly and had great service. I’d def stop back if I was in the area.
Crystal G
Dec 2025
“Came here for the Bottomless Big Star package...”
Came here for the Bottomless Big Star package.... $45 per person, minimum 10 people per reservation. The service was great the tacos were great and the pitchers were awesome. Definitely a must try! Grace and Jorge did an excellent job with our group.
Victor H
Sep 2025
“Amply filled tacos and tasty at that.”
Amply filled tacos and tasty at that. A touch on the pricy side but we went away happy.
Benjamin Lawson
Aug 2025
“1st time here. We had the fish tacos and the Smashburger great flavors. One thing I would say, the...”
1st time here. We had the fish tacos and the Smashburger great flavors. One thing I would say, the fish tacos came out way before the Smashburger wished they would have waited to bring out all the food at once. Another thing that's Burger does not come with fries, so if you want some, you need to ask for them separately. Other than that, the Bloody Mary was amazing. It had great spice
Angie Ayala
Jul 2025
“Carne asada tacos are the best here.”
Carne asada tacos are the best here. Big star has a big menu, Something for everyone.Huge out door patio.👍👍
shazia
Jul 2025
“The walking tacos are packed with flavor and have the perfect crunch, definitely a go-to comfort bite.”
The walking tacos are packed with flavor and have the perfect crunch, definitely a go-to comfort bite. The bourbon and whiskey selection is outstanding, with plenty of options for all tastes. The atmosphere is relaxed but full of energy, making it a great place to hang out, grab a drink, and enjoy the vibe. Whether you’re just stopping by for a quick bite or settling in for the evening, it’s a spot that keeps you coming back.
Viral R
Jun 2025
“Beautiful! Soft taco shells, incredible fillings and generous portions. Service is super fast and...”
Beautiful! Soft taco shells, incredible fillings and generous portions. Service is super fast and the outside area is great to sit in the sun. Try their homemade hot sauce!
Thomas Sweeney
Apr 2025
“Amazing tacos!! My expectations were exceeded by the handmade tortillas here and the tacos were...”
Amazing tacos!! My expectations were exceeded by the handmade tortillas here and the tacos were pricey but delicious! The atmosphere is so nice too and I can’t wait to come back in the summer to take advantage of the outdoor seating. The staff were really kind as well! Overall, we had a great experience and I would definitely recommend. The chilaquiles tacos were so good!
Gurleen Kaur
Mar 2025
“The food, staff and atmosphere were amazing.”
The food, staff and atmosphere were amazing. Me and my guy went on Valentines Day for date night and we were not disappointed. It was busy but not too busy. We had the quesadillas, Al pastor tacos, carne asada tacos, elotes and two adult drinks. Everything was amazing, but the drinks were strong, lol. I’m not a drinker so it felt a bit much for me, but my guy enjoyed his very well. Staff was super helpful with ordering and although it’s a small menu, it packs a powerful flavoring. 10/10 recommend! Can’t wait to go back especially in the summer hours.
Shunnie Bunnie
Feb 2025
“Loved the walking tacos, such an interesting concept.”
Loved the walking tacos, such an interesting concept. Tacos were great. Good vegetarian options Good fast service Seating outside a little dark however
Tanvi Shah
Jul 2024
“Had a great experience, incredibly fast kitchen and bar service on top of friendly staff.”
Had a great experience, incredibly fast kitchen and bar service on top of friendly staff. Enough variety in the menu to give a lot of good options without feeling too overwhelming. Some good drink specials as well. We had gotten a gift card but for some reason never got the code that went with it. Manager was kind enough to take a picture of our receipt and sort it out later. 🙏
Michael Damato
Mar 2024
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