El Taco Azteca - Pilsen
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El Taco Azteca - Pilsen — neighborhood mexican in Pilsen. Feels like it's been there since before the neighborhood changed. Rooted in technique and tradition throughout. "The guacamole with ribeye was a standout—rich, smoky, and topped with grilled panela cheese" — Wallace Griffin
Experience Breakdown
Lilia Villa
56 reviews
“If you would like to try another way of tasting tacos beyond the traditional way, at "El Taco Azteca" they offer us a different and delicious option”
Highlights
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
The food was horrible, the red pozole and green pozole were the worst ever.
If I could leave no stars I would. The service and the coke were the highlight in the experience at this spot.
Couldn't find a place to get in contact so guess I'm leaving a review..
Location
2151 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
What 236+ diners say about El Taco Azteca - Pilsen
“Wonderful service.”
Wonderful service! Fantastic food!! Do not sleep on this spot! Best cocktail I had all weekend during our visit!
Erica Roberts
Oct 2025
“Great spot! The food was delicious and affordable. We got a carne asada burrito, piña colada...”
Great spot! The food was delicious and affordable. We got a carne asada burrito, piña colada margarita, and horchata—all so good. Staff were super friendly and the service was quick. Definitely recommend!
Marie Flores
Oct 2025
“Mexican cuisine at its best I've ever tried.”
Mexican cuisine at its best I've ever tried.. blessed place..🙌
Ревазов Алан
Jul 2025
“Was surprised by quality of food.”
Was surprised by quality of food. Cozy place with cold beer and variety of margaritas and drinks.
Charlie Burns
Dec 2024
“The vegan food here is ridiculously delicious.”
The vegan food here is ridiculously delicious! The tortillas are obviously homemade and the al pastor tofu was incredible! The food presentation was excellent and the meszcal margarita was amazing! Great $5 margarita special on Sunday when we went. Service was great. It was freezing cold inside lol which was my only complaint but the drinks and food warmed me up! I also tried the vegan elote which was yummy. Can’t wait to go back and try the whole vegan menu! My non vegan friends loved their food too. Definitely recommend this spot!
aimee Pallozzi
Dec 2024
“We are a group of vegan-vegetarian🙃..”
We are a group of vegan-vegetarian🙃... Meat-eaters....so restaurants that meet both needs is rare. This was so tasty.....and fresh. Anna was wonderful and the atmosphere was dynamic. I really enjoyed it and please have a cucumber margarita😜.
Plum Kelsey
May 2024
“such a good hidden vegan gem.”
such a good hidden vegan gem! I had the vegan tofu Al pastor burrito and it was SOOO good! Presentation was beautiful and our waitress was so sweet! super fast service and yummy yummy food! Definitely will be back asap
Alexandra Simon-Flight
Feb 2024
“Top tier food in the neighborhood.”
Top tier food in the neighborhood. Grandma approve Mexican food. The table side chips and salsa sets a standard high from the start. All food is devoured with the eyes first and the taste of it delivers an incredible experience. The fresh waters are refreshing. Dinner stop twice a week.
Ernesto Garcia
Dec 2023
“Don’t walk, RUN! $5 Happy Hour Margaritas, cheap flavorful tacos, great customer service,...”
Don’t walk, RUN! $5 Happy Hour Margaritas, cheap flavorful tacos, great customer service, everything was fresh and super fast!
C
Aug 2023
“Food was so fresh and filling.”
Food was so fresh and filling. I love authentic foods and this place is spot on. I definitely will be back.
Nevonda Jackson
Apr 2023
“This place is absolutely amazing.”
This place is absolutely amazing! I had the coctel de camaron and my wife had the torta de pollo. We also split an order of the cheese empanadas. Everything was delicious. They have a nice variety of margaritas as well. We will definitely be back.
Daniel Jimenez
Aug 2022
“Tuesdays are definitely the day to go.”
Tuesdays are definitely the day to go! They have Taco Tuesdays! Which is great if you want to try their long taco menu. We had their hibiscus margarita pitcher too which was great to share between 4 people.
Sandra Lopez
Jun 2022
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