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Lincoln Square · Mexican · $$

El Charro Mexican Food

4.7183 reviews ·Opentil 10 tonight
I had two steak tacos to go and they were DELICIOUS, best asada tacos I’ve had in a long time with good flavor and nicely griddled
Lina LeeLina Lee · 71 Google reviews
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El Charro Mexican Food — one of Lincoln Square's strongest mexican spots. Order the Steak Tacos. Flavors that haven't been adjusted for mass appeal. Well-priced, family-run. Cheryl Weisberg: "The service was exceptional from start to finish, and we were blown away by the quality of the food" [$$]

What 183 diners keep saying

Great valueFast serviceFamily runCozyFamily friendlyQuick bite
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2547 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Lincoln Square
Today11AM-10PM
SunClosed
Mon–Thu11AM-10PM
Fri–Sat11AM-2AM
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What 183 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Raymond
May 2026

Great taco Tuesday deal- got these three tacos for just six dollars! Service was excellent and food was just as good. If you’re looking for great food at a more than reasonable price, you should definitely try this place out.

Raymond

Raymond

4 reviews on Google

Review photo by Gildardo Romero
Jan 2026

Great atmosphere and food. They will be open today until 4:00 am. New years Eve.

Gildardo Romero

Gildardo Romero

13 reviews on Google

Review photo by Blake V
Nov 2025

Incredible recently opened taquiria. Awesome food, reasonably priced, friendly staff, and instantly a local favorite. Not an ideal location because hidden but food so good they will overcome.

Blake V

Blake V

337 reviews on Google

Review photo by Bea Hawkins
Oct 2025

my girlfriend and i loved the food here! the horchata was so delicious and we loved our meals. the service was really lovely as well and the whole dinner was very affordable. so lucky to have this place in our neighborhood!

Bea Hawkins

Bea Hawkins

28 reviews on Google

Review photo by Jasmine Lutz
Aug 2025

super yummy n unique flavors!

Jasmine Lutz

Jasmine Lutz

14 reviews on Google

Review photo by Ailed Gonzalez
May 2025

Excelente servicio, y los CAMARONES EN AJILLO muy sabroso y el ambiente muy familiar.

Ailed Gonzalez

Ailed Gonzalez

1 reviews on Google

Review photo by Dino Turg
Aug 2025

it was tasty, but a little overcooked

Dino Turg

Dino Turg

30 reviews on Google

Review photo by Christian Acuña
Aug 2025

Great spot, food is delicious staff is super attentive and friendly.

Christian Acuña

Christian Acuña

72 reviews on Google

May 2026

Very good local taqueria

Jeff Hamand

Jeff Hamand

278 reviews on Google

May 2026

Good deal, good eats...just some solid mexican food

Benjamin Bargero

Benjamin Bargero

20 reviews on Google

May 2026

Mamma Mia! Great food for a great price!!!! Staff was friendly and the Burrtio was A+ , great spot!

Toeknee “The Italian Stallion” Castillo

Toeknee “The Italian Stallion” Castillo

257 reviews on Google

Apr 2026

Was in the area and decided to stop by. This place completely blew my mind. The carne asada was so tender, rice and beans mixed in well and the salad to top it all of. Excellent service and more than excellent food. Would definitely recommend!

fabian arteaga

fabian arteaga

7 reviews on Google

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