Carniceria Maribel

“Great tacos tucked away in this grocery store.”

Great tacos tucked away in this grocery store. AL Pastor and carne asada were the best

Juan Evereteze

Dec 2025

“Yummy! Casual taqueria in the back of a store, walk up, place your order then wait patiently for it...”

Yummy! Casual taqueria in the back of a store, walk up, place your order then wait patiently for it to be ready. We got tacos de cecina, pastor and a torta de asada. Todo muy rico! Y porciones grandes.

Juan Sebastian Arias

Nov 2025

“This is exactly want you want out of a taco shop.”

This is exactly want you want out of a taco shop. Simple perfect huge tacos. Everything we tried was amazing! (Chorizo, pastor, carnitas, and carne asada tacos)

Lea Salvatore

Nov 2025

“My beef with the New York City taco scene is biblical.”

My beef with the New York City taco scene is biblical. I'm so tired of paying $5+ for a one bite taco. It's against the whole ethos of the taco. The humble taco has its beginnings as a street food meant to feed workers, families, and travelers at an accessible price. Walk into a Tacombi today and they look you dead in the eye and charge you $5.99 for a tiny chicken tinga taco. What has happened to the great and powerful taco? I know I'm probably being dramatic, as no one else I talk to gets this emotional charged over Taco-gate like I do, but I can't help how I feel. All this to say, I approached Carniceria Maribel in Chicago ready for my hope to be restored. I had no idea Chicago had such a large Mexican population, but that's why traveling is the best thing ever. You learn so much in such a short period of time. As we entered, my dopamine receptors began to flood when I realized this taco spot was in the back of a liquor store. This is how you know a spot is gonna go crazy. I felt like I was back in a hole in the wall taco in Puerto Vallarta. As we approached the menu I couldn't believe my eyes. All tacos (Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Chorizo, Ribeye, Lengua, Carnitas, Pollo, & Beef) were $4.99. Damn. I mean it wasn't Tacombi prices, but I was expecting $3.99 max. Are tacos everywhere just cooked? I put in my order for 5 tacos, sat at one of the 8 metal chairs, and began to spiral. "Maybe the affordable taco that I grew up on in the US is just gone..." After about a 10 minute wait, our names were called. My eyes LIT up when I saw these gargantuan tacos. My first thought was "omg there's no way I'm going to finish these." Each taco was served with two thick, handmade corn tortillas with a large surface area STUFFED with meat. At least double the size of a taco I had come to expect in NYC. It was a bigger serving per taco than the $11 burrito from Los Burritos Juarez in Brooklyn. Just when I thought all hope was lost, the good Lord threw me a life raft. These tacos were PHENOMENAL. SENSATIONAL. My favorites were easily the chorizo and the carne Asada. My goodness. Steam coming out and juices dropping on every bite, with a distinct flavor that reminded me of my favorite taco spots in San Diego. I'm getting hungry at my desk at 7:34am just thinking about these things. I will GLADLY pay $4.99 for this taco. As we were getting up to leave, I saw them making a few burritos and became rushed with regret that I didn't get one. If I had to do it over, I would have got 1 chorizo taco, 1 carne asada taco, and a carne asada burrito... but hindsight is always 20/20. Shoutout to Rob Martinez for the rec. A Rob Martinez rec has never let me down. If Rob Martinez has no fans, I am long gone. IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo

Johnny Novo

Oct 2025

“We buy tacos here often.”

We buy tacos here often. They do have about 10 seats on a low counter along the window to dine in. They were friendly. They recommended you call in your order if you don't want to wait. The carne asada and carnita tacos are fantastic. The al pastor are also good. Both the red a d green salsa are good.

mc smarto

Jul 2025

“Got the Carne Asada and Lomo Tacos to take a friend on a tour of the best tacos in the city.”

Got the Carne Asada and Lomo Tacos to take a friend on a tour of the best tacos in the city. They did not disappoint. Seasoned to perfection. No complaints. You should definitely try this place.

Mike

May 2025

“CARNICERIA MARIBEL’S HAS THE BEST TACOS I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE.”

CARNICERIA MARIBEL’S HAS THE BEST TACOS I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE. I frequent this spot EVERY WEEK multiples a week & I cannot stop going. Everything is on point. Everything is always fresh, everything is reasonably priced. I love the small business ambiance that this location provides as well. I personally recommend the Steak Tacos. 100/10 To top it all off, YES the salsa is just as amazing. Maribel’s is also a one stop shop for grocery, beverages & spirits. Many thanks to the team over at Maribel’s. I can’t say enough about this business. I have always felt welcome. I will continue to praise Maribel’s for the incredible food and great customer service as well as recommend consumers to experience Maribel’s for themselves. Unrelated to the food, Maribel’s also has one of the greatest murals in the city. Top 3 in my opinion.

ashton vaughn

Apr 2025

“This taco joint is inside a liquor store, in the back.”

This taco joint is inside a liquor store, in the back. The tacos are delicious 😋 You can't go wrong. The Asada and tripe were really good 👍🏻

Jimmy L.

Jan 2025

“Dined at Carniceria Maribel once & can’t wait to stop by again.”

Dined at Carniceria Maribel once & can’t wait to stop by again. The burger was so delicious & flavorful. Also shared a Lengua burrito & side of rice. Definitely can’t wait to try the rest of the proteins.

Denise

Dec 2024

“It’s the best taco in town!”

It’s the best taco in town!! Simple menu but food is delicious!!! This is a must try!

Lily C.

Aug 2024

“Run don’t walk🌮 In the back of a grocery store (sell liquor) is where its at.”

Run don’t walk🌮 In the back of a grocery store (sell liquor) is where its at. Nice-size tacos, hot off the grill, flavorful & delicioso good. Best tacos I ever had outside. $5 a pop, worth it. Other items to choose from. Revolving doors busy & if the CPD having lunch there, you know😋. Please Tip

bepos1luv ok

Jul 2024

“The tacos were delicious.”

The tacos were delicious! Our favorite was the carne asada. The flavor was unbelievable and the meat was tender with a perfect char! Amazing little spot in Pilsen.

Ginger

Jun 2024