Everything is so flavorful! For a mom and pop place, it's fantastic! Great service too! The elote bowl and Cuban tacos are amongst my favorites! read more

I ordered the Carribean Jerk Chicken Bowl, which, I have to say, was one of the best things I have tasted in a long time. This was delicious, a filling portion, the perfect mix between salty, spicy, and sweet, and something just a little different than you would see at most places. The interior was brightly painted and gave off tropical vibes. The shared (with the rest of the building) bathroom is old and run down, but you can tell that the restaurant cares, as they provide a basket with tropical silk flowers and their own soap. If the building owner provided a nicer core, this could be a five star rating. It's clear the restaurant cares and is excited about what they do! read more

The Blue Taco - Caribbean Jerk Chicken Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Fast casual with actual plates and utensils. Very good food. Open for events at the Rivoli. Customer-orientied even when overwhelmed by patrons. read more

Food wasn't good I had better Mexican food.. it's bland taco Shell needs to be cooked in oil it was cold Enchiladas water down no flavor nor enough meat just sauce & cheese taste like something frozen from freezer to microwave only thing I enjoyed was chips & salsa Spin Taco New Lenox got this place smashing cook the food with passion to get customer's nice place! read more

The food is super good, the chicken and potato taco was great- my husband really enjoyed his Cuban taco. The lady who was running the orders for the food truck was super kind as well. 10/10 would recommend. read more

The Blue Taco - Blue Taco food truck at party - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

I stopped in for lunch and was feed one of my best meals in my life. I had a change to talk with the owners about the food and quality of ingredents that they hand select. Very impressed that in the middle of Illinois there lays a gem of a Chief cooking in a small restaurant. I learned that there is a secret item that's not on the menu called the Airborne Taco...... read more

The Blue Taco - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Authentic Mexican place in Joliet. It isn't hard to find these places but it's harder to find good ones. The Blue Taco is one of these. Quality food for a good price and a pretty casual atmosphere. Some good choices for vegetarians. I like how it actually looks like a cantina. Looks like you could be in Mexico if you didn't know. The menu has authentic items beyond just tacos. Much better than going to some crappy Americanized establishment. Of course you need a beverage and you're in luck. Good Mexican beer. It's $3 for cans. There's Corona of course and also Modelo. Few vegetarian choices. The ones they have are good though. Big portions. There's a Veggie Taco. It's $3 each. This is much bigger than those puny street tacos at hipster places. A lot of authentic food. It feels like actually eating somewhere in Mexico. They have much beyond typical burritos and have more authentic items such as tortas. read more

The Blue Taco - Modelo And A Veggie Taco - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

There are so so many taco's I want to try here. The Elote and the bruschetta were excellent as but if I had to choose the Cuban is the one I would order first. There are like 15-20 other options as well so I can't wait to be back in the area. The owners were extremely nice and friendly, overall this was just a great experience. read more

The Blue Taco - Dining area - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

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What a fantastic lunch spot! Stopped in for a Friday lunch with my family. We all thought the food was delicious! Favorites included the elote taco and Caribbean jerk chicken. Highly recommend this local spot! read more

The food here is amazing. Not your typical tacos. And inexpensive! Nothing fancy but a great place to get drinks, meet friends and eat! Highly recommended read more

Fantastic little place. Friendly staff and delicious food at a reasonable price. Many different flavors to chooses from, fresh and tasty. Great music on the radio. read more

I had to be in Joliet for a couple of weeks for work and had early dinner here twice. Each time I had the shrimp ceviche bowl. This was good and well seasoned. My only complaint is that I had to remove the tails myself and this was messy. The staff here are nice and the food was prepared quickly. I did not drink, but noticed the bottles of beer are cheap. This was an easy and relaxed post-work hangout spot where I will go again when I need to be back in town. read more

The Blue Taco - Shrimp chipotle bowl - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

I have spent the past few days in the Joliet area for some work training and have been poking around for some places to eat. This place was suggested to me by a local of the area and I was really impressed. I am a bit of a self proclaimed taco snob and had some reservations about going here for tacos. It was a very enjoyable lunch and I would easily come back here again. In fact, it was darn good and I may even drive back. The place is located in downtown Joliet. There is plenty of street parking and it's not that expensive. Make sure to feed the meter because there are parking tickets issued. The employees are very friendly, the establishment is very clean, the decor is cool and the prices are reasonable. I ordered two tacos. I tried a ground beef taco and a steak taco (wish I pushed envelope a bit). They were very good and I enjoyed them. Larger than I expected, definitely not a street taco. Very good quality of meat and seasoning. I didn't add salsa or hot sauce but you can if you'd like. Overall I was really happy with my meal and would go back. read more

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Delicious tacos and very friendly service. A great family run restaurant. It's a little hidden on the west side of the street. Definitely will return read more

Please, please, please consider organizing a way to provide for your catering event offerings prep, and your live service at the same time. My loved ones and I have tried three times to visit for lunch and three times were turned away with a sign on the door, "Closed for catering event prep." I realize restaurants are short staffed, but this is quite disappointing each time. Thank you for your consideration as the reviews are fantastic for those lucky enough to be allowed to enjoy your offerings! read more

We stopped in tonight before a show at the Rialto and are so glad we did!!! We ordered a Cuban, an elite and a steak and potato taco. The elote was amazing so so very good!! The Cuban was great too!! The steak was a little spicier than I thought it would be but still tasty!! And they were huge!! Especially for the price, most tacos are $3! And the watermelon margarita was not bad!! read more

It is not very often that I eat at a restaurant, admittedly somewhat cautiously, and end up having my world flipped upside down. I never thought I would find a restaurant with a better taco than Bien Trucha in Geneva, they have reigned king for 15 years.... until today. The Blue Taco and Chef Thomas have just re-defined what I consider "craft" taco supremacy! (not to be confused with traditional mexican cuisine). What he does with his tacos is closer to fine art than cooking. The combination of flavors that he fits into a flour or corn (or preferably blue corn) tortilla is mind-bending. I ordered the following tacos, Caribbean Jerk with Pork, the Cuban with Pork, the Pork Belly, and the Elote. I give each of them five stars for creativity, portion (huge), flavor and price. I simply cannot wait to return to try the other zillion things they have on their menu!!! Words of advice.... 1. This area of downtown is not that shady... and even if it was, this place is well worth risking your life to eat at! 2. Get over yourself... the restaurant is not fancy, it is simple and without much fanfare, this means NOTHING once the grub hits your tongue! 3. Check for hours of operation... Thomas is open at different times/days seasonally so you may go taco-less if you just chance it. 4. His staff taking orders are young high school and/or college students. They are not going to tickle your butthole like a hostess at a five star restaurant. 5. At times, you will wait for your food, that is usually a good thing. Long lines means people eat there, and intricate food prepared slowly is the only way to create the flavors Thomas offers. If you claim to be a taco connoisseur or a foodie, live in Illinois, and have ANY reason to be within 20 miles of Chef Thomas and The Blue Taco you need to make it happen. Your Craft Taco expectations will never be the same!! read more

The Blue Taco - Appropriate name for the restaurant! - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

I had the privilege to join one of our local Bar Assoc during a reception for their 2018 scholarship recipient at the Blue Taco. We enjoyed a feast of empanadas, quesadillas, tostadas, salsa, guacamole and fruit. The food is definitely homemade and the little storefront restaurant was warm and inviting! The location loses a star due to the restroom situation. The entire building shares a common bathroom and it is terrible. But the quality of food and great customer service makes the Blue Taco a great destination for local Mexican-fare! read more

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Ahhhh this place was SO GOOD. We had the shrimp elote tacos on the recommendation of the staff and they were so delicious. We were just stopping by in Joliet and wanted a place to eat. Just be aware of their hours and days open, as they close early and aren't open daily. Definitely a hidden gem! read more

Had the elote bowl! Delicious and really large portion for the price! Definitely will check out again!

Was recommended to come here after starting my job downtown and it did not disappoint! I was warmly greeted and after letting the woman know I'd never been to their restaurant before she explained the menu and what the most popular items were. I tried the shrimp elote taco, Cuban taco and the Chicken jerk taco. All three were absolutely out of this world! I will absolutely be back for the delicious food and warm hospitality!! Thanks again :) read more

I do not think I have verbally said "Mmmmm, YUM!" As many times as I did out loud in a Long Long time. Seriously, this place had me savoring each and every bite of these unique fusion tacos. This is not your everyday taco joint; this is a special place that you must try. You must be spontaneous and step out of your comfort zone and order some of the tacos that are not your typical choices. Trust me. This place has instantly become a MUST-HAVE place that I look forward to returning to very soon. read more

The Blue Taco - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

A must stop for anyone in the area. They have excellent food, for great prices! They're menu is unlike any I've seen- very unique tacos. They're chips and salsa are to die for! Truly a one of a kind experience. read more

The Blue Taco - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Great inventive food, friendly staff and a fun space for dining. The elote bowl is addictive.

Great tacos!! Hit it before Buddy Guy concert. Excellent variety! Cuban taco, Elite Taco & Jerk taco, can't decide which one was best. Gotta stop by here! read more

My husband and I enjoyed a few tacos during a festival. The service was quick and well-organized, despite being extremely busy. The taco menu was so unique! Everything was so delicious, and I just simply wanted more, hut had to stop myself! My husband was also very impressed. The prices were very affordable, while the environment was quite pleasant. I just wish they had more evening hours, so we could go for dinners! read more

This place is great, I love rice and chicken bowls simple food but it's my favorite dish it hits the spot. This place makes excellent rice bowls, they have quite a variety but I like their bbq one, it's super good. I think the prices are reasonable for a lunch joint. read more

I've been a fan of the Blue Taco for a couple of years. They have a new updated menu and the new items I've tried are as good as the old ones. I feel bad for them as there is not a lot going on downtown Joliet at night but if you're in town for lunch or one of the many Joliet street fairs, please give them a try. Prices are good staff is friendly. Chef Tommy does a great job keeping it fresh. I used them once to cater an affair for 160 people. They pulled it off like the true professionals they are. This could even be a great future location for Diners, Drive In's and Dives their food is that different and good. NOT your usual taco place. read more

This is a really excellent restaurant, only reason I give it 3 stars and not five is because I've only been there twice I have tried to go back more than 10 or 20 times it is just never open and the hours are just inconsistent. I would love to go back but they are only open when they feel like it, it seems. read more

Ok, probably the 5th or 6th time we have eaten here. It NEVER disappoints. The only negative I can say it was a lunch and I couldn't partake in the margaritas. You just have to try the food and you will always have a go to for delicious food. And, if I may, The Korean Tacos?..Oh my goodness....not sure why Yelp puts me in San Francisco?..I am here in Tinley...lol read more

So I promised my cousin when I come back into town I'm going to try this place out. I'm working in Michigan right now and I decided drive down to see my mom but before stopping in to see her I stopped here first. I came in and surprise my cousin who happen to be sitting at the table by the cash register my other cousin actually owns this joint. I don't pull any punches even if we're related so had to talk first and reminisce eat second. So my cousin Boo the owner fix 'd me up three tacos on a plate and yes they are wrapped in blue taco soft shells. So yeah I don't pull punches on my Yelp page but this food was great!!! I had three different versions of the tacos he has on his menu. I had a season shrimp taco, battered fish taco and a grilled fish taco... All 3 Dynamite ...the seasoning was outstanding again I know we're related but this place is Very Good. My cousins Chef training on the East Coast really paid off and it shows in his food and in his presentation. If you live in the area or just passing through you got to stop here and eat that's all I got to say. This place is great hands down!!! read more

The Blue Taco - The Spot to Eat!!!! - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Thought we would try this place heard a lot of good things had some different type of tacos kinda like food network stuff. I had the chicken jerk taco and a Asian steak taco. My husband Asian tilapia tacos. The chicken jerk was pretty good could be a Bit more spicy for me. The Asian steak had good flavor but the steak was super tough. My husband said the tilapia was good and flavor was good. In a town like joliet with all the Mexican u,have to really stand out. I think the concept is awesome but the food needs work. read more

Great surprise! Food is excellent. Cuban taco on blue corn tortilla made me very happy. They have daily specials that keep making me wanting to go back. The food is very fresh and the chef uses quality ingredients. Everything is made to order and worth the wait. They have been open about a year and keep their customers in the daily loop on specials by using social media. They make their own sangria and it's fruit and relaxing and oh so good. Employees and owner are very friendly. read more

OMG So yummy! Had the Elote bowl today and it was AMAZING!

Not your typical taco joint. They put a fusion twist on all their food choices. Good fish tacos and the quesadillas are huge.

An undiscovered Jewel in Joliet. Long waits at other restaurants on a Saturday night. But we got in right away at the blue taco. The tacos were superb and very reasonably priced. The Cuban taco was very special. Check it out. read more

Visited this place on my lunch break, ordered the chef special, pork taco on corn tortilla, and black beans. The tacos are good, kinda had a tangy taste to it and a bit bland, needed more salt as well as the potatoes in the taco I came at 11:20ish, so had opened not too long ago, so no rush or crowd. I may come here again but buy something cheaper.btw, my odder was $9.88 for the special. read more

The Blue Taco - 3 pork tacos with black beans - Mexican Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

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My husband has talked about how great the food is here so I finally went and tried it . Wow ! Great food ! The crab medusa was very tasty and the elote dish with chicken rice and fresh corn was fantastic ! Owners are great people also !!! read more

The hibiscus bowl is phenomenal. It's a great combination of flavors and something I've never tasted before. Everything is very fresh. Highly recommend this place! read more

This place has been here a while and it has very good food. The whole point of the restaurant is supposed to be exotic or fusion tacos. And for the most part they succeed in making tasty creations you probably won't find many places. Unfortunately their menu doesn't really have "normal" menu items, so if you're not up for trying different foods then this is not the place for you. But, if you do like trying new things or have a flair for the different, this place will scratch all your itches. My two main issues with this place: they aren't open in the evening or on the weekend, and they are a little on the pricier side for the stuff they offer. read more