I have been going to this place for years now. The food is amazing and the staff is friendly. Highly recommend the tostadas! If you have the time, come give this place a try. read more

Never thought I would be posting a review where we were not completely satisfied with the order, but here goes.............. Really disappointed in the steak burritos, the meat was dry and tasteless and the tomatoes and lettuce was not fresh as they usually are. Beef taco ended up in the trash after a few bites because once again the meat was dry and it just tasted "off" Not sure if they have changed cooks or food suppliers, but this was a true disappointment and really off-the-mark read more

This is my favorite spot on the southwest side for Mexican food. I've tried many of the local places and by far they have the best quality steak. Prices are in line with the average. Usually plenty of parking in the side lot and a lot of seating inside and very clean. The waitresses have always been extremely courteous and friendly. This is my go to spot. read more

This is my third time here and I keep forgetting to post a review. Well I was never disappointed for eating here and there always on point and the El pastor tacos are fire with lime and salsa . Don't pass up on this place you will fall in love with them like I did. Keep up the good work Taqueria El Pastor read more

Taqueria El Pastor - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been coming here since I was 8 years old with my dad, and I'm proud to say that I still stop by to eat here after all these years. Although the menu may seem limited in what they offer, what is available is always cooked to perfection and packed with flavor. The asada is my favorite, but I can also recommend the al pastor and lengua meats. Additionally, the restaurant is never really busy so you're always sat and attended to quickly. Definitely an underrated taqueria in the neighborhood, check it out if you're in the area. read more

Food is great love it love it Been going there since it opened It's always quick and hot, delicious read more

phenomenal!!!!! a carne asada and a chicken burrito so authentic maybe best ive ever had very reasonable price as well ill be back for sure read more

Hear me out, the reason you didn't like your tacos is because you didn't order them correctly. I was shocked to see the rating of this place because these are my all time fav tacos. You need to get Al pastor or asada tacos with meat extra crispy and the tortilla as well. Thank me later!!! Also they have the best horchata here :) Always a good time with great service! See you in the future on a Tuesday read more

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A gem in a crowded food market in this region. Authentic is the best word describing this food. Very reasonable prices. I had the Carne Asada burrito dinner and was not disappointed. The salsa has some nice kick to it and they serve your food with fresh cut limes. A great value, I've been here before and will return anytime I'm near the Chicago Midway Airport. read more

Taqueria El Pastor - Carne Asada burrito. - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food, good prices and clean. The waitress were very nice and attentive. The burrito de al pastor and chilaquiles with meat are fire!

Ayer día 05/15/2025 fuimos a cenar , siempre nos a gustado ese lugar sus tacos son de lo mejor , pero llegó un cliente con su perro , según ella tiene su permiso , la taqueria no tiene ningún aviso que están permitidos los perros , así las personas asmáticas y alérgicas a los perros pues tomaran sus precauciones y lo digo por qué es el caso en mi familia , y de pasadita sueltan el perro y hace sus necesidades ahi , por lo cual eso es algo muy malo para el lugar y sobretodo para los clientes .‍ read more

3 taco Carne asada dinner again, with cilantro and onion. Wonderful. I order this or a giant burrito everytime I am here. Best in the area. read more

Taqueria El Pastor - 3 Carne asada taco dinner with cilantro and onion on corn tortillas, plus a raw jalapeño - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really wanna to put zero stars don't go here the meat is stale and unseasoned. The chicken especially was nasty. The steak has no taste

Meat wasn't good I got carne asada taco plate. Felt like nothing had seasoning. Rice was ok. Means were not good at all. Horchata wasn't good either didn't have much flavor. I wouldn't go back wasn't worth the $35 I spent read more

There are numerous restaurant choices for Mexican and tacos along this stretch of 65th just east of Midway. So, why choose Taqueria El Pastor? Tasty taco options made quickly and reasonably priced. Or, complete meals if you want more. I tried three tacos: chicken, steak and pork. Enjoyed all three but thought the pork the best. Add the veggie toppings you need--onion, tomatoes, cilantro. Tasty. read more

Taqueria El Pastor - Chicken and steak tacos at Taqueria El Pastor. - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Never fails hits the spot all the time open till midnight best taco joint in West lawn

Quick dinner from our hotel. I had three tacos - tongue, goat and chorizo, sherry had a barbacoa sandwich. Both very tasty and very full. With a drink it was $20. I'd go back but eat there next time. Very clean large restaurant with plenty of help! read more

Great local place for authentic Mexican food, yes a hole in the wall restaurant but sooo good

Everytime I come here the food is fresh. The servers are very friendly and timely. Def recommend. The steak tacos are the best

Great food and service is so quick. Love the steak burritos and tacos! Chips and salsa are also fire!

This place is consistent, quick, and reasonably priced. And everything I've tried on the menu has been delicious. By far my favorite is their pork - great pork tostada!! Barbacoa and goat is good too in the tacos. Steak burrito dinner is huge, easily enough to share! read more

customer service is horrible here, I ordered a taco dinner with cheese. Only 1 taco had cheese, if you wanna call four strands of cheese that, then when I called to let them know, they told me if I wanted cheese on my tacos, to order extra extra cheese. Will not going back. Me-Ga carnitas is where to go if you want good tacos. read more

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Simple is best. I had the three taco dinner and a Diet Coke. There were plenty of seats available. I came in because of the reviews, and I wasn't disappointed. As for the dinner, I had the chicken, steak, and of course, the pork, or el pastor tacos. The service was quick! And the place is very clean! I really enjoyed the delicious food and the quick service. Another note, the layout looks like a old diner, which is nostalgic. You walk in the restaurant and see where they have the grill and meat on the spit is on one side, and on the other side is the seating area. I took a star because the complimentary chips were a little stale, but the salsa had a touch of heat. read more

Taqueria El Pastor - Three taco dinner and the complimentary chips and salsa. - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I feel so upset and cheated! I usually buy their Al pastor tacos and are usually satisfied with them even their steak torta is ok. I sent my husband to buy me what I thought was a "milanesa de rez" torta aka "breaded steak" torta. What I got was a greasy ,super thin,mushy ,what appears like breading mixed with very little ground beef with loads of lettuce on a bread. I thought maybe they forgot to add my steak so I call them and all they said was that's how we've been making them since like 2016 and people love them. What the heck, I doubt that! How can they call them breaded "steak "tortas when they're clearly not. Very deceiving of them , I will never order from them again. Total rip off! read more

I wish I could give this 0 stars. It was my first time here & I will not come back. I sat down while my bf went to the bathroom. A waitress came up to my table and brought chips and salsa and asked if I was ready to order when I had JUST sat down...I asked her to give us a few minutes . She never came back and no other waitress came by. They saw us with no drinks or food & menu still on our hands and they just kept greeting other customers walking in. It was super slow too.Terrible service. read more

I want to say that this place has good food. Nothing that amazing. It's a good restaurant with good food and good service. My husband likes to come for the al pastor tacos, duh, which are really good. The meat is nice and tender and full of savory flavors that will literally burst in your mouth. I've tried chicken tacos, carne tampiquena, tortas, and other things off the menu. Overall it has good food. They have a great parking lot so that's a plus. read more

Taqueria El Pastor - Torta de Milanesa de res - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

First time coming here and was really disappointed. I ordered the Torta de Milanesa, and you would obviously expect a nice piece of steak, seasoned and breaded very well. This was definitely not the case. There was no actual meat in it. It was nothing but just bread crumbs, greasy smushed together breadcrumbs. On top of that there was just too much going on with the vegetables as well. I picked out my tomatoes because they were too soft to the touch they didn't looked like they ripened well, and the sour cream along with the cheese was overwhelming. read more

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Some of the best Tacos in the Midway and West Lawn are! The service is great, so is the food! I usually don't eat in, but when I order to go they always have the food prepared quickly! read more

Food is good unfortunately the service is bad. Waitresses do not like to come and place orders.

I usually never leave bad reviews, but I really didn't enjoy this place. The main problem was that the food was flavorless. I'm not exaggerating, either. The pastor tacos were okay, but didn't come with pineapple, and you still had to put lots of salsa on it to have flavor. The barbocoa tacos were the worst-- absolutely zero flavor. I've never had meat before that literally tastes like nothing. Lastly we got the chicken tacos, which were probably the best out of the three, but i still had to drench it in salsa and the meat was gray (some pieces even darker). We didn't receive limes on the side. Wouldn't come back here again. read more

Taqueria El Pastor - Chicken taco - Tacos Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food is super tasty and if you dine in it comes out quick. The wait isn't long and the waitress are very attentive as well. The restaurant is remodeled so it's very spacious in there. read more

Great food, casual ambiance and great service. We popped in between flights at Midway (it's less than 5 minutes from the airport).

Great tacos, extremely flavorful and such a bang for your buck. Carne asada mmm I crave the taste for their works again..

Not like it used to be. They didn't make any justice to their name "El Pastor". I had 2 tacos al pastor; the meat wasn't seasoned and the tortillas were cold. It seemed like they try cutting corners with pre oiling the tortillas, which I don't like. The service was friendly and timely. read more

Was disappointed today, place is usually good not this trip overall not constant food was cold and salsa wasn't spicy read more

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So far this is where I've found the best Tacos al pastor. And I've tried many in the area and none compare to this ones read more

Great food, friendly staff, and the salsa is really good.

The name says it all. It was definitely worth the drive. So I have admittedly been on a little bit of a taco kick. Wanna taco bout it? Hehehe. So yeah, had a few al pastor tacos. They were a little bit spicy without putting anything about it so i am guessing its in the sauce they use? Oh well, I am not complaining. Lightning fast service, amazing al pastor tacos (they have other stuff, i just didnt try it) at a great price. Service was good. I will definately be back for more! read more

Delicious Mexican food right near the Midway (MDW) airport. I had a long layover in Chicago and decided to venture out for dinner. The food was delicious (highly recommend the el pastor) and our waitress was extremely kind and helpful. If I'm ever in the area, I'll definitely be back. read more

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We love this place a lot we eat there or take out all the time. Even if they mess up order for take out. I can call and let them know and fix for me. And they have apologize. Not a lot of places do that. read more