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    Authentic Taco

    4.3 (72 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Queso birria. It just hit the spot.
    Sara A.

    Today we got food from authentic Taco, we had big portions and not expensive. The lady that took care of our order is Gaby. She was amazing. Sweet, polite, funny. A real people person. She needs a raise. Can't wait to come back and be served by her...

    Michael L.

    Just had the taste for a burrito, and this place filled the bill. Very reasonably priced for what I got, and very good. Will be sure to check out other items on the menu next time.

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    David M.

    I have been hearing about this place for a long time. I'm so happy to finally get to try it. They are a very friendly, no frills, good quality food kind of place. They ave some seating, but it pretty limited. The menu is very limited, but that is ok. They know what they are good at, and they do an amazing job at it. The steak burrito is easily one of the best ones around. I love the orange hot sauce too. It hot. The gorditas are large. The shell is amazing. When. You order quac. It's made to order right there. I have nothing bad to say about this place and will be one of my top choices moving forward.

    Timothy M.

    I personally enjoy a very authentic taco restaurant any part of Chicago. I got a variety of food at this location specifically wanting the quesobarillas (spelling). They were def good but not the absolute best. I still recommend trying it out if you're in the area... plus the staff was very friendly!

    Shredded chicken tostada- excellent and an ample portion!
    Heather M.

    I wanted to try something local for lunch while in the office and I came across this place next to Subway. This is more of a take out place but there is 3-4 small tables as well. They had a $4.25 shredded chicken tostada special that was excellent! The chicken was fresh, tender, delicious, not overly spicy and was plenty for lunch. While the ambiance is lacking the food was very good, the cashier was very nice, and the food came out very quickly. I will definitely be back and I look forward to trying something else! I give this place 3.75 stars.

    Quesabirrias
    Alina G.

    The name says it ALL! Authentic Taco offers a variety of different food options! From traditional tacos to burritos, tortas and gorditas! They truly made me feel like I was at home visiting family! The staff and owners are truly the sweetest people I've come across! I've had their quesabirrias with chips and salsa and carne asada (steak) tacos with the red sauce and they are BOMB! My boyfriend had the Burrito Super with carne asada (steak) and for someone who is critical with his burritos he LOVED IT! If you want REAL AUTHENTIC Mexican food, this is the spot to go!

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    Mayuran R.

    Absolutely delicious! A must visit hole in the wall spot. Quesabirria and tacos Al pastor were incredibly flavorful, and reasonably priced. Plenty of gluten free options (they use corn tortillas), and service was very friendly. Limited indoor seating and no obvious bathroom, so probably better as a carry out option.

    Quesabirria meal

    My favorite lunch spot near my workplace. The restaurant is quite small with a few tables in front. I usually just grab my food and head out. The person who takes the orders, Rachel, is super friendly and kind. When I visited the restaurant twice in one day, she took the time to ask for my name and talk to me for a couple minutes. I've tried the chicken quesadilla, the al pastor burrito, the quesa birria meal, the horchata, the tamarind drink, and the fruit drink(i think it was mango, but i forgot) on my own. Amazingly, my company had an event and ordered a bunch of different stuff for catering from here, including al pastor, chicken, and steak tacos, gorditas, burritos, and quesadillas. They also got chips and guac! It was quite the feast, and I gladly got to try the gorditas(chicken, al pastor), tacos(chicken, al pastor, steak), steak quesadilla, and chips+guac. Overall, the meat is always very tender, with the meat in the quesabirria being the most tender. So far, with every dish, veggies were included on the side. They also provide a mild(green sauce) and hot sauce, both very tasty. Tacos: Tried from catering. Stuffed with meat, and there were trays of veggies I could put in. Not sure how they come in an individual order, but I'm sure they are also amazing. Gorditas: First time trying gorditas, but i loved them. They were stuffed with meat and beans, and the combination of the two was delicious. Quesadilla: Classic. Delicious. Exactly how you imagine a good quesadilla to be. Cheesy and meaty Quesabirria: First time trying birria and I was impressed. The meat was so tender and juicy and the stew added an amazing hearty and meaty flavor. Horchata: My favorite horchata I have tried so far. The sweetness is perfect and the texture is smooth. Sometimes places have thick and pasty horchatas, but this horchata is perfect. Fruit drink(i think mango): delicious. Refreshing and fruity. Tamarind drink: not my favorite flavor, but that's just me. It is very strong and tangy. People who like tamarind should give it a try Overall, 5/5. The restaurant staff was amazing and the food is absolute fire. Definitely give it a try

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    3 months ago

    The Chicken Taco Dinner that I had was excellent Tasting !!! The service was outstanding.The surrounding was like a home Kitchen!!!

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    Food is amazing and birra tacos. Staff is extremely friendly and professional. Very welcoming

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    Amazing pastor and their owner Rachel is so friendly and outgoing. great spot! Can't wait to go there next!

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    It's ok me and son gos here but I think it should be more fresh I think we we'll try maybe 1 more time

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    Great food I love my quesbriaa tacos and my steak tacos this place is worth the cost honestly

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    3 years ago

    Order the taco or burrito you can't go wrong one of the better places in this area. Especially when your craving it...

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    Small place but food had big flavors. More of a to-go than eating in place. Prices aren't too bad either.

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    They need to improve hygiene, customer service and whatever policy they claim that customers must…read moreclean after they finish eating! I came twice and I was disappointed! Staff are rude! And no hygiene ! We were ready to leave after we ate a food my nephews couldn't eat , and we asked if they would give us something else, and will pay the difference or extra $$ for it just please exchange it for us! they said whatever you buy you must eat it, and the worker or the manager by the register rudly said we need to clean the table because it's not their job to clean after us! Now. My question here as a customer? Isn't your restaurant sir?? To keep it up to standard after ur customers leaves? Or you want us to sweep the floor and do the dishes too ??? Never going back not worth the hype...

    Came here late night after flying in. We arrived at 10pm to chicago and this was the only spot…read moreopen. Food quality is great! I got the al pastor taco plate which is an all day deal for $9.99. Al pastor had lots of flavor and even came w diced pineapple. Lots of sauces available at the sauce bar, Jalapeño Salsa is the best one!! The only thing is that the normal price is kinda steep for a normal taco spot, sitting around $4-5 per taco...I do feel that the taco is worth maybe $3 each especially because they aren't fully loaded tacos. Service was great, the guy at the front was super helpful and patient, he even made sure we got our good pretty swiftly. Ambiance is fine, it's an order then eat type of situation. Lots of seating available inside and lots of parking available as well in the complex. Store is located in an easy spot to see from the street as well.

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