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Taqueria El Mezquite

Taqueria El Mezquite

Eat Local in Chicago

4.3 838 Google reviews$20–30

+1 312 733 04 021756 W 18th St, Chicago, Illinois 60608 · Heart of Chicago

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1756 W 18th St, Chicago, Illinois 60608

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About

El Mezquite concept of “street food” and “open-air market” within a restaurant ambience makes this place a favorite of the community with traditional tacos made to perfection with up to 21 different choices of meats and delicacies like sesos (beef brains) tripas (beef tripe) cabeza (beef head) chorizo (Mexican sausage) and chicharron (pork skins) which they are incredibly tasty!! Accompanied by homemade style salsas to complement the fusion of the elements of the best tacos in town! With a flavorful selection of “worth waking up” breakfasts, “happy belly” lunches and “mouthwatering” dinners to satisfy the most selective mouths.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
8 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
8 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
8 AM to 10 PM
Friday
8 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
8 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
8 AM to 10 PM

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