{"id":8407,"date":"2016-08-16T15:18:38","date_gmt":"2016-08-16T20:18:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=8407"},"modified":"2019-10-15T16:41:51","modified_gmt":"2019-10-15T21:41:51","slug":"tacos-in-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/tacos-in-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Hip Places for Life-Changing Tacos in Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Here&#8217;s what we&#8217;ve found on our quest for one-of-a-kind taco joints in Chicago.<\/h2>\n<p>Here at UrbanMatter, we are true food fanatics, with an exceptional weakness when it comes to tacos. Every day could be Taco Tuesday and we&#8217;d be more than okay with it, because there is a taco for every occasion, every taste, and every specialty diet. In fact, if you know someone who doesn&#8217;t like tacos, can they even be trusted? Didn&#8217;t think so. Anyway, amazing tacos are aplenty in Chicago, so we made\u00a0a list to narrow down your choices this Taco Tuesday. We based our picks on some unique and emerging spots that will never disappoint!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Let&#8217;s taco &#8217;bout it.<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mercaditorestaurants.com\/chicago\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mercadito<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8424\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8424\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8424 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/mercadito.jpg\" alt=\"tacos\" width=\"600\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/mercadito.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/mercadito-300x206.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8424\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: Pubcrawls.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>$$$<\/p>\n<p>108 West Kinzie Street<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mercaditorestaurants.com\/chicago\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mercadito<\/a> is known for its distinct cocktails and Mexican eats in an upscale setting. On Tuesdays, their special is 2 tacos for $6.50 from 5 &#8211; 7pm and after 9pm in the bar and lounge area. There are over 10 taco varieties to choose from. Feeling adventurous? Try the lobster tacos, made with poached lobster, smoked shallots, grapefruit mojo, grilled jalape\u00f1o, and topped with crispy shallots. This is a hot spot so consider making reservations.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/velvettaco.com\/chicago\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Velvet Taco<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8425\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8425\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8425\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/velvettaco.jpg\" alt=\"tacos in chicago\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/velvettaco.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/velvettaco-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/velvettaco-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8425\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: feedingofftherails.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>$$<\/p>\n<p>1110 North State Street<\/p>\n<p>Global flavors are combined at this taco joint, which\u00a0also happens to have downright perfect beers and margs. Even when the place is packed, the food is on point\u00a0and service remains speedy. At <a href=\"http:\/\/velvettaco.com\/chicago\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Velvet Taco<\/a> everything is made from scratch. There&#8217;s sorbet in the margaritas, and they recycle (SO MUCH YES). With tacos including Rotisserie Chicken, Nashville Hot Tofu, Bacon Burger, and Shrimp and Grits, we&#8217;re positive\u00a0you won&#8217;t find this variety\u00a0elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.antiquetaco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Antique Taco<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8426\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8426\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8426\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/antiquetaco.jpg\" alt=\"tacos in chicago\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/antiquetaco.jpg 720w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/antiquetaco-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/antiquetaco-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/antiquetaco-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/antiquetaco-550x550.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8426\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: Antique Taco<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>$$<\/p>\n<p>1360 North Milwaukee Avenue<\/p>\n<p>This counter-service space offers a seasonal gourmet menu in a shabby-chic environment. Head Chef, Rick Ortiz blends his kitchen experience, Mexican heritage, and the freshest ingredients in the Midwest for the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.antiquetaco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Antique Taco<\/a> menu. Try the Garlic Shrimp Tacos with sweet corn elote, cotija cheese, tajin, hot sauce, and cilantro. Wash it down with a signature rosemary margarita. You&#8217;re welcome.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tacopub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Broken English Taco Pub<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8427\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8427\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8427\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/brokenenglish.jpg\" alt=\"tacos in chicago\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/brokenenglish.jpg 690w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/brokenenglish-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/brokenenglish-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/brokenenglish-128x86.jpg 128w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8427\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: urbandaddy.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>$$<\/p>\n<p>75 East Lake Street<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tacopub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Broken English Taco Pub <\/a>opened earlier this year, bringing a hip, mural-filled taco getaway to the Loop. This location has noteworthy mezcal cocktails, a seasonal patio, and is located right next to <a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/millennium-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Millennium Park<\/a>. The tacos are bomb and the best part is the kitchen is always open until 1am! The Grilled Swordfish tacos with salsa verde and red cabbage slaw are a hit here. If you don&#8217;t check this place out, you&#8217;re wrong.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hydeparktaco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hyde Park Taco Station<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8428\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8428\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8428\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/hydeparktaco.jpg\" alt=\"tacos in chicago\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/hydeparktaco.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/hydeparktaco-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/hydeparktaco-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/hydeparktaco-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/hydeparktaco-1300x866.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/hydeparktaco-128x86.jpg 128w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8428\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: Hyde Park Taco Station<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>$<\/p>\n<p>5300 South Dorchester Avenue<\/p>\n<p>This is another location that opened just this year. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hydeparktaco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hyde Park Taco Station<\/a>\u00a0is committed to providing customers with authentic Latin street fare in an\u00a0innovative atmosphere. Menu items are simple and guaranteed to be fresh, including meat, seafood, and vegan options. To top it off, the\u00a0value\u00a0can&#8217;t be beat.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re going for funky, simple, or extreme, this unique range of taco joints\u00a0has you covered. The food is delish, the reviews are excellent, and the atmosphere is Instagram-worthy (only slightly kidding). Add these locations to your taco adventure list and let us know how it goes!<\/p>\n<p>Where will you\u00a0be celebrating Taco Tuesday? Share with us below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here&#8217;s what we&#8217;ve found on our quest for one-of-a-kind taco joints in Chicago. 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