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Carmela's Taqueria

Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Uptown, Chicago
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7.4/10
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    Connie T.
    "Al pastor tacos were the perfect pre-concert cheap eat!"(3 Tips)
    Beau B.
    "Good cheap Mexican food on the go."(4 Tips)
    Julia F.
    "Burrito al pastor, guacomole, and horchata -- a delish combo!"(2 Tips)
    Adrock H.
    "Pastor and veggie burritos have me coming back over and over again."(2 Tips)
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  • Ryanheart icon on user image
    RyanDecember 14, 2015
    Better than average classic taco with good quality, tender chicken and pork. Griddled fresh. Al pastor especially flavorful with not too much fat and little caramelized peppers and hint of pineapple.
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  • Amy R.heart icon on user image
    Amy RobertsonNovember 21, 2016
    The al pastor is what they are known for, but the carne asada is fresh made and delicious with salsa verde too
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  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014
    Somehow, the divier parts of this tiny taqueria are what seem to stick out: the battered stools, the terse short-order cooks. Luckily, it takes only a few bites to forget about atmosphere. Read more
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  • Tom F.heart icon on user image
    Tom FosgardOctober 25, 2015
    By far the best tacos that I've had in Chicago. Awesome. I recommend the carne molida tacos.
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  • Annie R.heart icon on user image
    Annie RattereeSeptember 29, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    They are good, simple yummy tacos. Everyone loves the al pastor. I also like the ground beef.
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    Adrock HolzerAugust 21, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Pastor and veggie burritos have me coming back over and over again. Green Salsa > Red
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  • Laurie S.
    Laurie SkellyFebruary 11, 2013
    There's a sweet dinner special in the front window that isn't on the main menu - 2 tacos, rice, beans for $5.
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  • Lauren H.heart icon on user image
    Lauren HydeDecember 20, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    If you're carrying out get the guacamole! The chips are greasy but the guac is wonderful
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  • Carl L.
    Carl LindbergAugust 22, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Quite possibly the best Mexican food on Chicago's north side. The al pastor is incredible. Read more
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  • Connie T.
    Connie TzengNovember 23, 2013
    Al pastor tacos were the perfect pre-concert cheap eat!
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  • Sean W.
    Sean WardJune 15, 2013
    Very nice little taqueria. Nothing I've tried wasn't good. And good price. Clear signage.
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  • Julia F.
    Julia FedorAugust 9, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Burrito al pastor, guacomole, and horchata -- a delish combo!
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  • Melody L.heart icon on user image
    Melody LeggeMay 24, 2015
    The pork tacos are delightful.
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  • Russ M.heart icon on user image
    Russ MillingtonJuly 5, 2013
    The sign speaks the truth...Authentic !!!
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  • Susie J.
    Susie JendroApril 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The pastor tacos don't lie. DAMN GOOD.
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  • Erik Z.
    Erik ZumbahlenOctober 25, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Best tacos al pastor on the north side. Good horchata too!
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  • Beau B.
    Beau BrownMarch 28, 2010
    Good cheap Mexican food on the go. Decent sized portions.
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  • Bleu C.
    Bleu CaldwellMay 23, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    It doesn't look like much but the tacos are really good!
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  • Bryan B.
    Bryan BowdenDecember 13, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Adventurous folks should try the lengua (cow tongue) tacos. They're good.
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  • Annie R.heart icon on user image
    Annie RattereeFebruary 5, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Good cheap food!!
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  • MNathan J.
    MNathan JaquesAugust 8, 2014
    Good stuff!
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  • Jason H.
    Jason HydeAugust 14, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    best al pastor this side of division
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  • Melody L.heart icon on user image
    Melody LeggeMay 24, 2015
    Pork tacos.
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  • Mitch B.
    Mitch BrinkmanApril 14, 2010
    Do not leave without getting the al pastor tacos or torta. Life changer.
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  • Amy
    AmyMay 14, 2011
    Guacamole is awesome!
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  • Jonathan K.
    Jonathan KramerOctober 3, 2011
    Cheap and fast.
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  • Jon E.
    Jon ElhardtJuly 4, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Bomb al pastor!
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  • Lonna K.
    Lonna KateAugust 9, 2014
    Waited for 5 minutes and no one even acknowledged my presence. Bye.
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  • Atenea
    AteneaMay 17, 2014
    Me llevé una gran sorpresa! La comida mexicana es muy buena y un gusto saludar a mis paisanos!
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  • Curtis T.heart icon on user image
    Curtis ThorinApril 23, 2015
    Al Pastor tacos rule.
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