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    Carnitas Uruapan

    4.5 (573 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    1/2 Pound Pork Carnitas Chicharron Tacos Dorados Papa/Queso (Potato/Cheese) Frijoles Refritos
    Felice B.

    Where to start? Everything was so good. We got two daily specials for two people. I think one would have sufficed. So much food, so much deliciousness. I don't care for cuero so I got mixed meat. My partner got a little bit of everything. We both thought the carnitas were outstanding. The refried beans were a highlight. So rich and tasty. If there wasn't lard in those beans then the sun don't rise in the east. Same for the chicharones. Huge, fresh, crispy, and deliciously porky. And they even give you some dulce de leche lollipops with the order! The only letdown for me was the taco dorado. I got potato and cheese and I feel like the cheese was MIA. The potatoes were under seasoned and a bit dry, too. My partner had the brain taco and was very happy with it so I may have just ordered wrong. Things to note if it's your first visit: The tortillas are house-made and the condiments are packaged separately (say "yes" to the salsa verde). This location is take-out only so have an eating plan in mind. The front seat of your car works fine. The jamaica is very good but the small is too small. Suggest upsizing. The staff's English is not fluent but communication isn't much of a problem. Great value, great taste. Run, don't walk.

    Liza A.

    The spot is the go to for pork tacos. The place just oozes with the smells of pork. You can order pork by the pound or dressed up in tacos. They're super generous with the amount of pork in their tacos. Two tacos were plenty.

    Carmen G.

    Took a ride from the northwest suburbs on July 4th after seeing this spot recommended by a YouTube influencer--and I have to say, it was definitely worth the trip! Picked up a pound of carnitas with a dozen warm tortillas and two chorizo fried tacos. Everything was DEEELICIOUS! The carnitas were juicy and incredibly tender, and the fried chorizo tacos were packed with flavor. Absolutely worth the drive, and I'm definitely coming back!

    Anabel U.

    Se te hace agua la boca en cuanto entras de como huele de bueno. I came here at the recommendation of a friend, and being from Michoacán I had high expectations. These are authentic carnitas like Mexico. The carnitas are full of flavor and moist, and as a taco even better. The staff is nice and quick to serve you. I ordered 4 tacos and was only able to eat 2 because of how much meat was in each taco. While there is no seating inside, theres a park near by if you'd want to do a picnic.

    The meats!
    Paul O.

    Carnitas was amazing here! Tortillas and chicharrones made in house. This is the original location so it's more of a take out location. If you want a dine in location you might want to stop by the ones on 26Th street or 55th Street. When you order the tacos to go you can ask for more meat or more of the soft parts or mix them. The condiments will also be separated in individual containers so your tacos won't get soggy while taking it home. That's a nice touch!

    Luis R.

    We walked in and surprisingly the place was pretty empty at around 3pm. This was great though, because it allowed us to take our time to figure out exactly what we w While we were debating on what to order, the gentleman behind the counter gave us a few samples of the carnitas. It was super flavorful, not greasy and very moist. We ended up ordering some carnitas along with beans and tortillas, and 2 of each of the crispy tacos. There is no seating inside the restaurant, so all orders are to go. We luckily got street parking nearby, so took our food to go and ate in the car. On the way out, the gentleman behind the counter gave us a few lollipops to go as well which was really nice. We ate the tacos first, and they were a bit too crispy. I also couldn't really taste a noticeable difference between the potato taco and the chorizo taco. These two were not great. The sesos taco was an interesting combination of smooth creamy filling against the ultra crunchy taco exterior. I liked the contrast in the bite, but I wasn't super impressed by the taco overall. It wasn't bad, and for being the first time I ever had sesos it exceeded my expectations a bit since I was not really expecting to enjoy it at all. Overall, the tacos are worth skipping here. The carnitas on the other hand was truly delicious. There were a bunch of different textures, and the costillas were definitely memorable. It came with a red and green salsa, and both were very good. The tortillas were freshly made and had great flavor, and the beans were also very good. If you're looking for excellent carnitas you can definitely find them here.

    Pork Carnitas Taco - comes with salsa, lime wedges, cilantro and onion on the side
    Linda I.

    This is a pick up / carry out only location! Just something to be aware of so you can plan for that. Unlike me :). I stopped in specifically just to get a single Pork Carnitas Taco, and also got a Horchata as well. Phenomenal. The taco ($3.99) is very large and absolutely stuffed with tender, flavorful meat. It comes with salsa, lime wedges, onion, and cilantro on the side. Very authentic and probably one of the best tacos I've ever had. The horchata was also amazing. This place is a gem.

    Carnitas Especial
    Vanessa H.

    Authentic carnitas in Chicago! A gem! Don't miss a pass this spot up. Make sure to get the chicharrones, too. We ordered the special and it fed 2 of us with leftovers. Our order also came with a taco de papa. Small, local spot.

    Lunch combo
    Rosa G.

    Loved how welcoming the team was. They took care of us because we were out of towners. The crunchy tacos, delishhh. Oaxaca butcher was so nice.

    Carnitas Taco
    Jocelyn S.

    Authentic. The real deal and they don't play‼ I do not believe they have seating, so this place is perfect to pick up food!

    Horchata
    Ploy N.

    A very OG spot in Pilsen. As the name suggests, they focus on carnitas. You can pick to just buy their meat by weight or get the Es Special for a full meal, which we did. They also have a few cut options for their meat. We tried the ribs and the carnitas. Both were very succulent and rich. The Es Special came with tortillas, a drink (get the horchata!), refried beans, and a choice of their fried taco. Needless to say, this was a heavy meal but in the best way possible. We also got some chips and guac that were as fresh as can be. Crispy chips, tasty guac. Definitely a deal for what you pay for. Come hungry!

    Horchata
    Shervani P.

    A delicious carnitas spot in Pilsen! Ramon at Carnitas Uruapan greeted us as we entered and walked us through the menu since it was our first visit here. My friend and I opted to split their lunch special of carnitas, tortillas, Taco dorados, chicharron, frijoles and a drink. The carnitas were of course the star. They were so flavorful. The chicharron was also deliciously crunchy and crispy. I'll say the tacos were our least favorite, but still good. The horchata I had to drink was probably one of my favorite parts. It had the perfect amount of cinnamon in it. The staff was so friendly and the we even learned some history of the storefront during our visit. They are takeout only, just a heads up. Can't wait to go back and pick up more delicious carnitas!

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    Roger H.

    The only bummer here, only, was that this location is only takeout. It wasn't clear to me and likely my mistake...I am a tourist....and they had it on their website, I heard about this wonderful local institution in the Pilsen neighborhood. Let me say this...terrific carnitas. Truly succulent ...they ask if you want it with skin on meat or not...interesting. They chop it in front of you. The tacos are ample in size. I stupidly ordered three when two was plenty. They were "Gordo". The service super sweet. They were excited that we came after seeing them in the Netflix show Tacos!! When they found out we had nowhere to eat she steered us to Harrison Park a block away and packed up the whole picnic lunch. We ate on a children's playground in Pilsen...so terrific. Next to...get this... The National Museum of Mexican Art. A treasure!!!!! A treasure!!! Great experience and glad we went on the subway to visit this historic friendly neighborhood!

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    Carnitas are perfectly seasoned and melt in your mouth tender. Salsas are tasty as well. A must try in Chicago!

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    Are great I've been going there for years. You can order on the website now and take it to go.

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    Amazing carnitas and excelente customer service. What else can I say I love this place

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    Great food!! Owner was very nice, we had a good chat while waiting for food. Will return soon.

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    Seems like a great place but when I went the meat was extremely dry. Is there a best time of day to ensure you're getting the juiciest carnitas?

    I'm sorry you had a bad experience! We make Carnitas fresh everyday throughout the day (depending on demand). We cook most of the pig, and there is some variability between the different cuts of meat. Our staff is trained to look out for drier cuts… Read more

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    Bocaditos Mexican Cuisine - Enchiladas Maya

    Bocaditos Mexican Cuisine

    4.2(120 reviews)
    1.8 miWest Loop, Near West Side
    $$$

    Went here for my birthday dinner on a Saturday night. Nice atmosphere and music but not too loud…read morefor conversation. I loved the decorations. I ordered the steak and shrimp fajitas they were expensive but excellent! Came out on a sizzling plate. I tried the Habernita drink and sangria. The habernita drink had mezcal, orange, pineapple, and habanero so had a nice kick to it. My friend told server it was my birthday secretly and they came out with a sparkler had birthday music playing and shots of tequila for my table! We had a great time and I will definitely be back! I recommend coming here to celebrate your birthday or just to have a delicious meal

    Stopped by Bocaditos Mexican Kitchen in Chicago on a Wednesday night before a Blackhawks game and…read moreit was the perfect pre-game spot. The aguachiles were easily our favorite -- super fresh and full of flavor, with really well-balanced ingredients. You can tell the food is made to order and not rushed. The chips and salsa were also way better than your typical starter. The chips came out warm and crisp, and the salsa was smooth, flavorful, and super addictive. We also tried a few drinks, and they were excellent -- well-made, not overly sweet, and a great way to start the night before heading to the game. Our server was amazing -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. They kept checking in at all the right times and made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable even with the pre-game crowd. Definitely a great spot to hit anytime you're in the area looking for solid Mexican food and a fun vibe.

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    Barrio - Quesabirria tacos

    Barrio

    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    3.0 miNear North Side
    $$

    Cinco de Mayo at Barrio was EVERYTHINGGG…read more We fully committed to the holiday and ordered honestly the entire menu and somehow every single thing that came out was better than the last. Starting with margaritas (because obviously ‍), queso and chips that were dangerously good, and the chicken empanadas that came out perfectly crispy with so much flavor. We kept looking at each other after every bite like "okay wait... THIS is the best thing here" and then another plate would arrive and prove us wrong again The carnitas fried rice??? I genuinely cannot stop thinking about it. So savory, flavorful, comforting, and packed with crispy carnitas on top with the eggs and pickled onions... literally unreal. And then the skirt steak tacos absolutely stole the show. The steak was cooked perfectly, packed with flavor, and paired so perfectly with all the toppings and sauces. Every single bite tasted fresh and homemade in the best way possible. And can we talk about the ambience for a second because WOW. The music, the energy, the vibe inside, everyone celebrating, the drinks flowing -- it felt like the perfect Cinco de Mayo dinner spot. The service was also AMAZING from start to finish and made the entire experience even better. One of those dinners where you leave already talking about when you're coming back If you're looking for the place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, date night, tacos & margaritas, or honestly just an incredible dinner in general... this is IT

    What a fun spot! We had reservations (glad we did) and sat in the bar area at a high-top table…read morealong the window. Perfect seat in my opinion. Views of the city right in the middle of the hustle and bustle of downtown Chicago. What I tried: + chips and queso - 8/10 + ribeye with rice and beans (was a special) - 7.5/10 + spicy margarita - 8/10 Great service!

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    El Xangarrito - Cheesecake

    El Xangarrito

    4.8(216 reviews)
    7.8 miLincoln Square, Ravenswood

    Thanks to Yelp El Xangarrito has been on my list for sometime, and I was not disappointed. It is a…read morevery small family-owned Mexican restaurant but the seating does not make you feel cramped. We did make reservations/wait list and was seated immediately. We started off with chips and salsa, and the salsa was a bit too spicy for me, but everyone else enjoyed it. We started with the Chicken Poblano - a savory dish with creamy poblano sauce mixed with chicken and sliced poblano peppers topped with corn. We all enjoyed it. Most of the reviews recommended the enchiladas and we ordered a variety of them. The Enchiladas Poblanos stuffed with chicken and cheese. The poblano sauce was rich and smoky. We also had the Enchiladas Morita. They were filled with shrimp and cheese. It was so flavorful and the morita chile added so much flavor. Each dish was served with a side jicama salad. Their special was a shrimp pasta with lobster. It came with full lobster tail. The sauce was creamy and flavorful. It is also BYOB, which is a nice option. Service was excellent, friendly offered recommendations. This is probably one of my favorite Mexican restaurants and highly recommend.

    Xangaritto continues to be a beacon of delicious food and friendly hospitality. They switched…read moreowners about a year ago and the beginning was a little rocky but today was an amazing experience. I love coming here for the tampiquena and the enchiladas. The tamipquena is marinated in something delicious, pretty sure it includes adobo chiles, making the tamipquena flavorful and tender. The enchiladas have some of the best sauces. We especially love then poblano sauce on the chicken enchiladas. The enchiladas have some tender chicken and the sauce is slightly spicy and creamy. Everyone is super friendly, the waiting staff and chef take pride in their work and it shows. I continue to strongly recommend this place for a delicious dinner out. This is not your typical Mexican restaurant. It s a cozy elevated escape.

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    El Xangarrito - Steak Enchiladas Mole. A generous portion to share or to take some home with you for a late night snack.

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    Steak Enchiladas Mole. A generous portion to share or to take some home with you for a late night snack.

    5 Rabanitos - Chilaquiles verdes

    5 Rabanitos

    4.2(830 reviews)
    0.1 miPilsen
    $$

    a great reminder... that i need to ALWAYS go to pilsen when…read morecraving mexican. my huarache was divine. the "sandal" itself was perfectly flaky - not greasy or impossible to cut. the veggies were perfectly seasoned, cooked but not mushy...my only "complaint" is i didn't expect potatoes to be part of the veg. i don't understand a carb on a carb but that's just me. the guac was very meh. would not recommend. the marg's are ok...but i'm not a great judge bc as a rule, don't really care for marg's. fabulous service and perfect spot for a show at thalia hall.

    We're from LA, and this is our daughter's favorite Mexican restaurant near the loop after her four…read moreyears at SAIC. She was very excited for us to try it out. We arrived around 7:30 on a Friday night and the place was packed. We only had to wait 10-15 minutes, which passed quickly with the live Mariachi music. The food came out pretty quickly considering how busy it was. We got: - Margaritas -- piña mezcal, passion fruit and pepino. They were good but a little small for the price. - Pozole Pipian -- It has a verde base that's very light. Something that makes it unique is chicharrones on top. My daughter prefers pork over the chicken. - Carnitas Huarache -- good flavors but probably my least favorite of the meal. - Asada Torta -- this was my favorite dish of the night. The bread was really light and the meat wasn't tough at all. For dessert we got the churritos and Mexican bread pudding. Both were good but nothing special. All in all a great meal.

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    This bright mural on the side of 5 Rabanitos drew us is for refreshing Micheladas!

    Manchamanteles Restaurant - Enchiladas Potosina

    Manchamanteles Restaurant

    4.4(143 reviews)
    4.3 miBucktown
    $$

    Chef Geno Bahena is back in business, and his world famous moles are as complex and satisfying as…read moreever. I had the rack of lamb in mole negro, and it was delicious. Get it medium rare. Kelly had steak fajitas and deemed them amazing. The sopa Azteca is spicy and loaded with complex flavors. Huge portion, too, enough to share or take home. For dessert, the chocolate mole tart and the strawberry ice cream are superb. Palomas and margaritas are good, and the wine list is all very affordable. Get the Rioja or the Cotes du Rhone.

    Came here on Valentine's Day with a reservation, there were three of us, one kid. It was full of…read morefamilies, some couples. The had a tasting menu but we opted out of it. They give you a complimentary spicy trail mix. We started with the guacamole, it was okay. Then I got a traditional margarita, my partner got a pina colada with strawberries, and my kid got a pink lemonade (Marz Brewing made). The margarita was good, not strong but not too watery. For dinner I got the chicken fajitas, the waiter asked if I wanted just chicken which I though was odd because I ordered the chicken fajitas and I wasn't sure what he meant or if he meant no veggies, it came with veggies luckily. It also came with tortilla, corn, and a side of refried black beans with cojita, and rice. It was all okay. My partner got the lamb mole, it was sweet and savory, not spicy. And it came with tortillas. They have a lot of mole options, so if you're into that definitely come here to try! Overall it was just okay.

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    Frontera Grill - Trio Ceviche

    Frontera Grill

    3.9(2.8k reviews)
    3.0 miNear North Side
    $$

    Delicious food, friendly waiter, militant hostess…read more We came to dinner before a standup performance downtown (Mateo Lane was hilarious, by the way). I arrived at the restaurant on time (4:30) and checked in with the hostess, who said I could only be seated when the entire group of three arrived. This seemed weird given the restaurant was pretty empty at this time, and ordinarily I'd order a drink while waiting at the table. Regardless, I went to Starbucks instead because I knew the other two were a few minutes behind. When I got back to the restaurant, my friend said the hostess told him we absolutely had to leave within 1.5 hours because we were late... which seemed odd because he may have checked in 15 minutes after our reservation, to an empty restaurant, that already refused to seat me on time. Regardless, the food was delicious. I had the Pollo in ChiChilo-- the mole was delicious, and I loved the chicken and sweet potato. I ordered the mole on the side, which seemed like a nice balance. Since the hostess wouldn't previously seat me, I had a lovely iced matcha latte with oat milk and half a pump of vanilla from Starbucks, which was a nice pairing. The waiter did ask if I wanted a shot of something with it, which seemed odd. Ambiance was cute, probably due for a renovation but seemed appropriate for most dining out occasions- dates, families, a day out in town. Note: the restaurant charges an automatic 20% gratuity which may explain the service. Keep this in mind to avoid tipping more than you intend. Overall, I would definitely come back, and the food and wait staff made up for the abrasive welcome.

    Food - pork tacos - excellent execution of tender pork belly. Every piece was so succulent and…read morefull of crisy pork goodness. Warm, homemade tortillas added to the perfect bite on top of flavor town green tomatillo salsa. The black beans was a good balance the rich pork flavors. Also, if the standard salsa was room tamed for.your liking; they have a good habanero salsa for the asking. Maybe too much foe most. Dessert- ice cream with fudge.. Great tasting of vanilla and chocolate, but wasnt quite over the top. The ice cream was nice and thick, but was a bit gritty for ice cream at an upscale place. Partly why I couldnt give it a perfect score. Service - attentive and intuitive. The waiter seems to know what we like and need without asking too much. Spicy pineapple Cocktail- good, strong, but not great. Couldn't really taste any pineapple. Cleanliness- clean and organized. Cost - affordable for special occasion. Restroom - fancy and clean. Ambiance - warm and relaxing, but a bit cheap with the vinyl or cheap wood veneer tables.

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    Carnitas Uruapan - mexican - Updated May 2026

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