Very authentic, the food was excellent! The service also very authentic! Why do you need 85 characters? Pinche Yelp! Creé que mas es mejor! The seating area was very clean. read more

Paco's Tacos proves that a simple menu, executed exceptionally well, is often all you need. Every item is prepared with care, allowing the quality of the ingredients to take center stage. The meat is incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor--each bite makes it easy to understand why so many people keep coming back. The generous portions offer outstanding value without sacrificing quality, and the friendly, welcoming staff make the experience even more enjoyable. It's the kind of neighborhood taqueria that focuses on doing the fundamentals right, and it shows in every dish they serve. If you're looking for authentic, satisfying tacos in Chicago, Paco's Tacos deserves a spot on your list. Excellent food, generous portions, and great value make this a must-visit for both locals and visitors alike. read more

Paco's Tacos - Asada tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We ordered a party tray for my friend's birthday bash. It comes with a LOTT of food and all the condiments you'd need! We got half al pastor and half carne asada. Both were great and everyone enjoyed being able to build their own tacos. read more

Paco's Tacos - Half al pastor, half asada party tray - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

First time here. Service was friendly and helpful and fast. We got our order to go, but there was plenty of seating available. The food and drinks were fresh, and everything tasted excellent. Would highly recommend and would come back if in the area. read more

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This is one of the most chaotic places I've ever eaten. It's always a hive of activity and noise. Things move fast and it's always busy. That said, these are some of the most authentic Mexican flavors and best steak tacos I've had in Chicago (and I've had a lot). The salsa is spicy and fresh. Check your order if you get to go. They have been known to mix things up. read more

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This is the worst place I have ever been at these people made me barf the torta they gave me came wrong and when I opened it they don't even cut it right and everything fell everywhere it looked like a pile of slop and the Lemons they gave me were hard as a rock felt like it's been cut open and left in the fridge for days and they even charge for the sauce when it should come with the meal if there was an options for zero stars I'll choose it and honestly find a different taco place that makes ur day cuz those Mexicans in there are idiots read more

Takes credit card. Minimum $10. These are the #1 best tacos I've had in Chicago. I'm from Los Angeles, and the tacos are on the same level at LA and San Diego. Tacos are better than taqueria Atotonilco and La Chapurria Yes, the tacos are very expensive but they give you a large amount of meat on 2 medium sized Milagro tortilla. It's equal to 2 LA small tacos. Al Pastor ($4.25)- these were Soo good. You have to get these. The flavor has that light sweetness, char from the grill, great pork flavor. Lengua ($5.25)- these were perfect. The meat was soft, savory. The meat sauce tasted delicious. Barbacoa ($4.25)- these tasted so damn good. The meat was seasoned perfectly and soft. It was moist, not too wet like other places. Chicharroon- ($4.25)- it was so tasty, super super soft, great flavor, easy to chew. The sauce slight lemon flavor. If you like pork skin, make sure to get this. Asada ($4.25)- the most Average meat. It was a little dry. Carnitas ($4.25)- probably my least liked. The meat was pretty dry. I would pass on this next time. read more

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This used to be the best three headed monster in the city. However, every location is now inconsistent at best. This reminds me when they try to change their meats nearly 5 or six years ago, and due to customer dissatisfaction, they went back to their traditional recipe. The tacos are small, the tortillas are not cooked properly anymore. And the price is over five dollars with tax. What once was a great establishment is now a travesty.. It was so bad that I went to the original location that I loved and it was just as bad. We need the original team back so that we can truly get consistency back to what once was a great establishment. read more

Paco's Tacos - One page of the menu - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

May 20th 2026 I haven't been to pacos tacos in years I remember they were big tacos for like $3 well I just went and the tacos are made well but are expensive and flavorless I ordered three different kind they all tasted the same bland like boiled meat no salt no grease no seasoning no flavor I spent $50 in total for 9 tacos and unfortunately thumbs down no good paco.... read more

The taco platters to go are really good and the presentation is great!! They give you grilled hot peppers, tomatoes/lettuce, or pork skins on the platter depending on which tacos you get along with limes, the red hot sauce and green mild sauce. It's a great idea to get for a big group of people. We ordered for 13 people and it was a great deal! The tacos are filled to the max with so much meat. The guacamole is really good and fresh and the tortilla chips are fried and crunchy to perfection. Highly recommend! read more

Paco's Tacos - Carne asada taco platter - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I had heard Paco's Tacos in having some good tacos, so we decided to check them out for a quick lunch. Their menu also offers burritos, tortas, and tostadas, with protein choices such as carne asada, carnitas, barbacoa, pastor, lengua, etc. I ordered: +2 carne asada tacos +1 al pastor taco +1 barbacoa taco +1 horchata The barbacoa was the preferred out of the three, as it was beefy and tender; the carne asada seemed like a rendition of the barbacoa, and I was pretty disappointed. The meats didn't seem to have been marinaded or seasoned much, as they were bland; adding the hot sauce only helped slightly. The corn tortillas were a little drive and didn't hold up the fillings well. The horchata was creamy and comes in only one size. Staff are friendly and efficient. I loved the decor of the place especially the art work. Super limited street parking in the area. +bland tacos +friendly service +limited street parking read more

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I love the food very good and authentic quick Mexican food my problem is the customer service it's one old Hispanic lady that cashiers. She is very racist she gets mad and nasty with me because she can't understand proper English the cooks are wonderful they see how she treats me and the fix the problem If it was for her this review would be five stars I say thank you and she just frowns what a same if she worked any were else she would be fired Whoever the owner is need to fix her because I spend a lot a money in there weekly read more

I usually never care for a tostada but this place made me LOVE them. I appreciate how they pack it on and don't skimp out on the meat or toppings. Their tacos are also great! If you want an amazing man's satisfying meal, this place will never let you down. read more

I'm not sure what happened to this place. It used to be so good, but my most recent visit was disappointing. The service was still fast so I'm leaving two stars instead of just one, but the food was just off this time from their usually excellent tacos. read more

Even though I only had one taco here (unfortunately), I'd put Paco's as among my top taco spots in Chicago! It's a casual taco joint with no table service that also sells tortas, burritos, and tostadas. I had one barbacoa taco, which it was excellent, fresh, and the meat was robust in flavor. The tacos came out quickly, and were priced very reasonably. The only seating is on the chairs lining the walls; it was pretty empty when we went on a Saturday afternoon, so we easily found seats. I will definitely be back in the future!! read more

Paco's Tacos - barbacoa taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place has been my go to spot since high school. I had the steak tacos and a steak torta, so delicious! 10/10 Consistent quality!

Quick serve tacos shop. I always get the steak tacos. They're filled with lots of meat, cilantro and onions. Salsas are perfect read more

Paco's Tacos - Delicious authentic steak tacos. One of my favorite spots - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I understand prices are getting higher. But Pacos tacos was always one of me favorite tacos spot. it was clean and employees were cordial , also the taqueria would pack up your tocos with a great amount of meat. But now they locked their bathrooms and I get it why, but when I ask for the code they won't share it and I feel like the employees get bothered when people ask for the door to be open. Today 4/26/26 was a bad experience. Ordered a torta and was discouraged by how little meat there was on it. I was not going to say anything but then the employee that made the torta screamed at a customer that was leaving. He told her to pay the avocado that she didn't pay for. She looked embarrassed and said "my husband is still back there" that is when I spoke up and showed the grumpy employee my carne asada torta. And I did get bothered and even told him " I never order a vegetarian torta" he grabbed meat and threw it in the stove aggressively . I said you know why it's okay and started walking out. the lady at the register did try to fix the situation by saying." Make him another one" at least she did try. I told her nicely no thank you and left. I never wanted a free meal but some employees like that are reckless. This really sucks because I have been there for more then 20 years. Good bie Pacos on Archer Ave. read more

Best street tacos in the area !! Nice people and great service!! I would highly recommend pacos and they have a very good selection on their menu!! Looking forward to the next visit!!!! read more

You walk in and it's a little dine in area with the ac barely on and walk up to order. I been here before and If u see the old pics I posted the quality of the tacofell off. I was so disappointed with this visit. I ordered 4 steak tacos 2 onion n cilantro 2 lettuce tomato. I asked for limes they charged me but forgot to throw them in the bag so when I went back I asked for a green sauce since then gave me more red the lady asked for $.50 each. Overall the lettuce looked old and the meat is definitely cross contaminated I would highly recommend Zaca tacos any day over Paco's with this past experience. read more

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Food isn't that good but you do get a surprise with you meal. I wowont eat there again. read more

Paco's Tacos - Always a surprise so gross - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Their food may be excellent. But these migrants discriminating against Americans. When you start speaking English to hang up on you I had to call like eight different times today to place an order I cannot walk I'm very disabled. Look very closely at the photos look how many times I had to call and look how many times they hung up on me. Places like this should go out of business I definitely will be going somewhere else read more

Paco's Tacos - Look at the time and look at the amount of time I have to spend when I called because I speak English in the USA. - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Carnitas and steak tacos were good. Much more beefy than other steak tacos I've had. Nothing bad about them just wasn't for me, but my boyfriend loved everything about them. Service was quick, staff was polite, and ambiance was a bar stool high chair environment, seated at tables on the walls. No stand alone seating, but it wasn't busy so we were able to sit anywhere. Decent place to go in the neighborhood. read more

Paco's Tacos - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tacos were absolutely loaded with meat (yum) in addition to the onion and cilantro, but still seemed at bit overpriced for the size. I loved the authenticity of this place though - you could tell the meats were made with care. Super tender and delicious meats - I think the Al Pastor Taco was a little better and more flavorful than the Barbacoa Taco , but both were pretty good. read more

Paco's Tacos - Al Pastor Taco and Barbacoa Taco - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

10/10 One of the best barbacoa tacos I have ever had. About $5 for a taco, worth every dollar. Lengua is my second favorite for its chewy and gamey taste (in a good way). Pollo adobado and and asada are good in their own ways. read more

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Great tacos and carnitas. Along with the chicharrón and not to mention the buche. Good service. Clean place. Busy spot. Paid parking in street. read more

I'm not really sure why I haven't tried Paco's Tacos before. I've seriously been missing out on some bomb ass tacos. I went taco hopping at a few taquerias so I can try a few on my list, and made the mistake of coming here last since I was already kind of full and was struggling to finish the two tacos that I had ordered. They have bar style seating around the perimeter of the restaurant with no tables. Luckily, they have high chairs for kids, if you're into that type of thing. The counter to order is literally right in front of the restaurant as soon as you enter the restaurant. The make these tacos very fast so wether you're doing take out or dining in, you shouldn't have to wait a very long time. As for the tacos themselves...damn. Absolutely phenomenal. They both came packed with meat. I ordered one al pastor and one carne Asada. The al pastor came with chunks of pineapple and enhances the flavor of the fatty al pastor and it's marinade. It didn't appear they had a spit, so whenever a Taqueria doesn't use a spot, this is way to make them. Their asada was also very tasty and perfectly seasoned and cooked. Paco's Tacos is truly a gem of Chicago and I'm glad I was finally able to try them. With out a doubt one of the best tacos in Chicago. I'll be coming back very soon! read more

Paco's Tacos - Al pastor - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Fire bro. First time and I'll be back again ! I had their asada and pastor tacos :)))))))

Pacos tacos has some of the most juiciest tacos I've ever had. It is truly one of the most authentic taqueria's I've ever been to. Eating on location wasn't the best but my friends and I still enjoyed our food! The service was quick paced and very friendly. Definitely a must try if you like tacos. read more

Paco's Tacos - Guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Laudable steak tacos and tacos al pastor. Perfectly made and fresh as a daisy. Accompaniments to the tacos and other loadings are also aw-ten-tic. Gititon! here for tacos pros. Best in the area. read more

I'm retired so I like to go places where I don't have to tip. I went here yesterday morning. I ordered one steak and one al pastor. The amount of meat they put on them made me extremely happy. The price was right online dollars and some cents. They're as big as Rubi's and much less expensive and even better is they're walking distance from my apartment read more

Hardly a sit down place so bring a small group. Tacos were solid. My favorite was the carnitas tacos. The shredded chicken looked dry but wow it falls apart in your mouth ... There's so much packed in the taco they have to use 2 tortillas per taco. Horchata is also must try! read more

Paco's Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Steak taco is a must when at Pacos Tacos. Its so damn simple yet executed perfectly nicely chopped, juicy, and if lucky with some crispy ends. Paired with either Red or Green salsa it doesn't get much better Chicharrón and Carnitas are also some of the better tacos of their kind in the city. Fortunately, they can be bought by the pound to eat there or to take home. read more

I was recommended here by a business called Kristophers cakes. He was like go to the international or pacos tacos same owners. So I decided pacos tacos. We arrived and had too look for parking. We went inside restaurant it was busy and we noticed it didn't have tables to dine in. They had high top tables for a quick bite so we decided that was fine. We ordered Tacos de lengua,barbacoa,steak,chicharrón en salsa verde, al pastor and carnitas. The carnitas tacos were a bit dry and come chopped up with a mixture of all carnitas meats. The barbacoa was delicious it seems like it steamed and natural you have to add hot red or green sauce to give it that enchilada flavor. The steak was good, but al pastor taco was amazing so good. The lengua taco so worth the price it was steam and so soft it melts in your mouth. The best lengua taco I had at any taco place. This place was really busy so you have to decide if you dine in or take it to go by the time you make it to the register. I didn't give it five stars because of the sitting read more

"Paco's Tacos" have three (3) locations only, and all of them are in the south side of Chicago: inside the Supermercado la Internacional on S. Ashland (Back of the Yards), on S. Pulaski (West Lawn), and on S. Archer (Brighton Park). The Brighton Park location is less crowded than the one inside the grocery store. Paid street parking can be found along Archer near the restaurant as well. For less than $10, you can enjoy about three (3) meaty and flavorful tacos. Some Yelpers mentioned that you're given more meat if choosing to dine in. Well, perhaps that is the thing, but the turnover on seating is pretty quick. Patrons have no tendency to linger since there are no servers. The ordering process was efficient when hubby and I were there. We had carne asada, lengua (tongue), barbacoa tacos, a carne asada torta, and two (2) cups of horchata for approximately $18 and some change. They also checked the ID since a credit card was used. Carnitas and chicharrones are sold by pound ($6.79, as of 07/14/2018). They looked tempting and delicious. Whenever I have out-of-town guests staying with us, I take them all the way to the south side to experience this affordable goodness! I do think "Paco's Tacos" are some of the best tacos I have had in Chicago! read more

Paco's Tacos - Tacos de carne asada y lengua - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Tacos here are alright, but probably wouldn't be back with the other great options in the area. The service was super fast, but they weren't cooking any meat while we were there. We went right around noon on Thursday, and it was pretty crowded, but the stove top was covered with foil, so it seemed all the meat was being reheated. We ordered steak tacos, and it was more of a shredded meat than a chop steak, so it seemed more like a barbacoa taco then a carne asada. These are on the pricier side at $4.25 a piece, but they are pretty big. Overall, would probalby take a trip to Atotonilcos if I am paying the higher prices. read more

The best tacos in the area. Some may find the tacos a bit pricey, but they are definitely worth it for the quality of the meats and taste. I've been coming here since I was a kid and they have never disappointed me. Come hungry and leave happy! read more

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The hours are wrong on here and need to be changed because they were open at 730pm when I walked in and do not close at 6pm. First I had four tacos and had a variety of them to include asada al pastor carnitas and barbacoa with a chile toreado on the side which was spicy. I also had the horchata. The ambiance was very nice, Los Tigre's del Norte playing on the radio and the cooks making tacos today's in front of you as you sit at a bar. The asada were on point and tasted soooo good. With cilantro onion and red and green salsa that you can have a whole bottle to yourself. I had to go to the outskirts of Chicago because I knew it would be good and it was well worth the trip, the carnitas were ok, they were not crispy like I expected but nontheless these were good. The barbacoa were amazing nice and hot and juicy mixed with the salsa they were perfect. The Al pastor were ok. Hoped they were better but were decent. Cashier Lady was very polite and talkative. There was a constant steady stream of people coming in for to go orders and it did. It stop. I'd also like to mention that there were chicharrones (pork rinds) in the entrance in a clear glass case which caught my attention as I drove by. I will go again in a heartbeat everyday that I am here all week. read more

Paco's Tacos is one of the Top 5 Taco Spots in Chicago, by far! (I'd say number one but I haven't finished going to ALL the taco spots in the city). Why are they so great? Well... 1. The tacos have a great foundation - tortillas are sturdy enough for any kind of ingredient, yet soft enough to bite through without having to pull. 2. The tacos have a superb and generous filling - whether it's the carne asada, or the chicharron (in green or red sauce - I prefer the red), or the carnitas, each filling is well seasoned and oh-so-tasty. Plus, you can make two tacos (or three sometimes) out of one. Yum! 3. The tacos have a great price (still) - Unlike Atotonilco, who keeps jacking up prices (and has even stopped posting the prices on their walls), even though Paco's has had to accommodate for current inflation, they've been more reasonable about it. It's still affordable. Love you Paco's Tacos! read more

First time trying them today. Zero salt on carnitas and full of fat on them no meat. Asked for steak and also zero flavor.