Paco's Tacos: A Casual Mexican Eatery in Chicago for All Ages

Best asada, carnitas, and barbaqoa tacos in the city. I have been eating here and other places in the area for 15 years and Pacos is King.

First time here at Paco's Tacos!!I'm from out of town!!Food is hot, fresh and delicious!! All three tacos were delicious, however if I had to choose my favorite it would be the Al pastor Taco!! I also had an horchata drink!! I highly recommend that also if you love sweet drinks!! Did not take pic however it was delicious too!! Please try this place!! Service is also great so that's cherry on top!! You will walk out happy!!! My standard of Mexican food just went up after coming here!! The art vibes mixed with good food, what more can you ask for!!

Definitely the best tacos in the neighborhood, probably the best tacos on the Southside too. They are pricey compared to other places in the area, but well worth it. The meat is extremely flavorful, well seasoned, and they fill each tortilla up to the point of overflowing. Two tacos are enough for a meal. Three works if you want to be stuffed. The carne asada is great but the al pastor is probably their best taco there. They both pair great with the green salsa, which you can grab from the fridge with the jarritos. The service is fast and friendly. Most employees speak english. There is a lot of seating on the inside, but they also wrap to-go orders well in foil to keep them warm. Highly recommend stopping in!

Paco's Tacos has delicious food my favorite tacos are the carnitas. I go there once a month for take out. But now and then I'll eat in. They are friendly, and understand and speak English, my Spanish is not that good. It is very clean and the service is fast. You order at the register, then go find a seat then they call your number, go to the counter and get your order. Easy peasy.

Paco’s Tacos is one of those places I don’t visit often, but every time I do, it’s an absolute home run. No matter which location I go to, the flavor is always on point, but this spot was the first one I tried and it set the standard high. This time, I ordered two arrachera tacos, and they were nothing short of perfect. Each taco was beautifully formed, with just the right balance of ingredients. The portion was more than generous, but what stood out was the sheer quality. The tortillas, golden, slightly crisped on the edges, yet soft enough to wrap around the filling, were the perfect vessel for the juicy, flavorful arrachera. The meat itself was expertly seasoned, grilled to perfection with just the right amount of char, and so tender that it practically melted with each bite. Every chew released a burst of rich, smoky, and slightly citrusy notes, making it clear that this wasn’t just any taco, it was crafted with care and experience. Topped with fresh onions and cilantro, the tacos had that ideal contrast of crunch and freshness against the deep, savory meat. A squeeze of lime brought it all together, enhancing the flavors even further. And let’s not forget their salsas, each one adding its own kick, whether you wanted a bold, smoky heat or a bright, tangy finish. These tacos didn’t just satisfy my hunger, they reminded me why I keep coming back. If you’re looking for a spot that delivers flavor, consistency, and that undeniable feeling of comfort food done right, Paco’s Tacos is it. You have to try them.

One of the best places for any type of taco I’ve ever had and I’ve literally been to over 50 different taco places, including 15 in Mexico City, 10 in LA, and more. Their poblano and cheese my wife and I agreed is one of the best tacos of any kind we’ve ever had anywhere. Their al pastor, asada, and carnitas were all very good and way better than average. The chicharrone was the best I’ve ever had. Service was a little slow, but it was packed and at lunch time. Also, many of their tacos were PACKED with meat. It was overall extremely good value! Their salsas were better than average too. Inside you could get seating right up front to watch them cook which was cool.

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.

Great local taco spot! You will find prices a bit higher than usual but they sure fill your plate very well, you will definitely come out of this place full and satisfied! Definitely try the chicharron taco and the carnitas one as well. You can't miss with the classic asada. Very well known spot!