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Tacos El Pastor 53 — a mexican spot in Hyde Park. The bar is worth the visit on its own. Ciana Spencer: "The chicken was tender and the pastor was some of the best I’ve had"
Courtney Smith
495 reviews
“The chips were really crisp, the pico was really fresh, the guac was nice and chunky, and the taco was exceptionally delicious- the flavor was outstanding *chefs kiss* and the horchata sweetly cooled down the heat from the yummy salsas”
5319 S Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL 60615
“Came here for a quick late night dinner and it did not disappoint.”
Came here for a quick late night dinner and it did not disappoint. Food was fire, drinks were fire, and our server was amazing. Thank you Pasquale ( I hope I spelled that correctly) will be back!!!
Destiny Divianna
Feb 2026
“I stopped here with some friends and ordered the birria taco special and a rum drink.”
I stopped here with some friends and ordered the birria taco special and a rum drink. The service was friendly and the food was great. A little pricy but so is everything else now. I’d go again.
Brenda Munoz-Rigor
Sep 2025
“Went here on a whim and for 11 bucks I got the largest torta of my life.”
Went here on a whim and for 11 bucks I got the largest torta of my life. Photo included. Had a great time and the staff were sweet and professional. Will definitely be back.
Jackson Naumes
Aug 2025
“Wow!! Great food and large portions. We had the queso birria tacos and the barbacoa tacos plate...”
Wow!! Great food and large portions. We had the queso birria tacos and the barbacoa tacos plate and we were not disappointed. We also had a great margarita and mojito. YUM!! Thank you!!!
PC Allen
Aug 2025
“Just judging off the tacos, this place is great.”
Just judging off the tacos, this place is great! The food was really good and filling and the family running the place were super friendly and accomodating. The place itself also has really good vibes and great for hanging out with friends.
Richard Christopher Kahulugan
Aug 2025
“guesabarria tacos were really tasty.”
Dallas
Jul 2025
“Really good tacos and nice size portions.”
Really good tacos and nice size portions. I really like the added touch of a nice size bar option. Enjoyed a blended strawberry Margarita! Will back with friends,
Danielle McConnell
Jul 2024
“The food, the drinks and the service are all delightful.”
The food, the drinks and the service are all delightful. We ordered the chicken tacos and the pastor tacos. The chicken was tender and the pastor was some of the best I’ve had. The mango margarita was made with real mango and not just a syrup. The owner was so kind and attentive in his service! I will definitely be back! With friends!
Ciana Spencer
Jul 2024
“The food is SUPER.”
The food is SUPER. The drinks are amazing. Be careful the tortas are HUGE and tacos are amazing. Great service!
Anai Silverio
Jul 2024
“I’m from the UK, Travelled to Chicago for work and had to get some Mexican food - this place didn’t...”
I’m from the UK, Travelled to Chicago for work and had to get some Mexican food - this place didn’t disappoint so I went twice. Really nice vibe and great food, would definitely recommend
Nathanael Dannenberg
Jun 2024
“The staff are always friendly, the food is fast and tasty (with good sized portions), and the atmosphere is chill 😎.”
Autumn Rawls
Jun 2024
“JUNE 2024 UPDATE: I saw they serve cocktails so stopped in for dinner one evening.”
JUNE 2024 UPDATE: I saw they serve cocktails so stopped in for dinner one evening. The Paloma is nice and strong, my favorite cocktail here. Had another hongo taco combo, horchata and decided to stay and beat the heat with a delicious mango margarita. It was SO big I almost couldn’t finish it with the generous combo portion sides! The chips were really crisp, the pico was really fresh, the guac was nice and chunky, and the taco was exceptionally delicious- the flavor was outstanding *chefs kiss* and the horchata sweetly cooled down the heat from the yummy salsas. This is easily one of the best places for drinks and a bite to eat in the area ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Original Review: Yum! Their veggie taco was a taco de hongo (mushroom taco), and I got it traditional with a combo that included guacamole, pico de gallo and chips. Also got an horchata which was perfect and so tasty, I almost got one to take back home. The salsas are spicy and delicious too. This is a good taco spot 🥑🌮
Courtney Smith
Jun 2024
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