Big Star

If you’re looking to day drink then a pitcher of mezcal margarita is the way forward. Served with real ice so it doesn’t get watered down too fast, great with the Al Pastor and Steak & cheese tacos .

I only went to their take out window so I only ordered 3 tacos and a horchata . Their chicken tacos are amazing in my opinion. Don't be afraid of the pickle they put in!

Half taco hut, half whiskey joint, Big Star is the place for al fresco meet-ups in Chicago. When the weather is warm, the doors of this former garage are raised and open tables disappear in a flash. Read more

$40 for a pitcher of margaritas and I stumbled away very happy! Queso fundido , Baja taco and guacamole are outstanding. Go drink at the bar , the hostess will text you when your table is ready.

Pescado (fish ) tacos are delicious here. Al pastor tacos have pineapple adding sweetness flavor, which was interesting. Great margs as well albeit a bit salty, ask for no salt!

Everything you've heard is true; this is the place you want to be on a sunny afternoon. Delectable tacos and excellent Mexican/summer themed beers and drinks. You MUST order the queso fundido !

Everyone knows Big Star is famous for its cheap and tasty tacos but it's the queso fundido that really wowed my tastebuds. Melted queso Chihuahua cheese compliments the peppers and meaty chorizo . Read more

I went for the first time this past weekend and I tried fish tacos , and beef taco , taco al pastor . All of them very good. The horchata wasn't spectacular for me, but the recommendation I got was ????

Tacos de pescado + fish tacos are sooooo good , definitely a must to try. Guacamole is amazing as well . If you are a taco lover definitely check this place out.

Good-to-great tacos at a fair price with an amazing patio and atmosphere. For years it's been the best place to enjoy a lazy afternoon with as many friends as can drop by

Amazing first experience, although I admittedly didn't know what many menu items were (the menu is a mix of bilingual terms), everything I and my boyfriend picked was delicious. Cannot wait to go back

I came from de taco's country and this are most expensive tacos in my life, but they are great, have sowl, style, great service, delicious michelads and the "dulce de leche licuado" is pure sweetness.

Pretty yummie! Great nachos and guacamole and the tacos are really super tasty! 3 pieces per person are just the prefect meal size ;)

Super crowded . Cash only . That said, all the tacos are great. Favorite is the chicken taco . Tostada is awesome too. Very trendy . Good place to go with friends. Hit up the window outside in a hurry.

While it may lack variety — it has a small, one-page menu of primarily tacos — you can count on each dish to pack a serious punch. One of the main appeals of Big Star is its huge patio . Read more

It's difficult to beat a classic. We're talking about the classic margarita , made with tequila Lunazul tequila , lime , and orange curacao. Read more

Tacos al pastor , which is spit-roasted pork cooked with pineapple and onion ; a crunchy fried fish taco ; and best of all, pork belly with tomato guajillo sauce, queso fresco , onion , and cilantro . Read more

If this were in NYC, you'd never be able to get a table. Tacos were dope (especially the chicken + fish ), drinks are cheap !

Very solid tacos . Got the al pastor , panza, and hongos. Would recommend all of them. Outdoor seating is fantastic, and they play physical vinyls . Ambience was top notch

The al pastor and pescado never fail to please. Small but focused menu with awesome margarita pitchers too. A Chicago staple/favorite for sure

Do you like day drinking and tacos ? Of course you do. Come here and let the DJ spin real vinyl while you get messed up.

Get the $30 margarita pitcher , some tacos , and sit back and relax with a friend and people gaze. FYI seats at the bar are a little hard to get, but easier than a table. Once you're in though, u good

It’s my happy place. Best tacos ever! Try shrimp , fish , beef and the walking taco????10/10 place????

Wicker Park : What did we do with our Saturday afternoons before Big Star existed? We can’t remember—might have something to do with all those pitchers of margaritas…oops. Read more

Panza taco : get that and then add whatever else looks good. It all rocks. Queso Fundido is awesome. Great craft draft selection : only 6 or 7 on tap but all world class .

On a nice night, skip the long line to be seated and get your tacos from the takeout window to the left. There are too many good things to do in Wicker Park to waste your time in a 2 hr queue.

Depending on how adventurous you feel, you can get a taco stuffed with anything from pork belly to beef hearts. And, every day there’s a $3 whiskey shot special. - © 2013 BuzzFeed, Inc

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What can I say? My favorite tacos outside of Mexico City , probably. Everything is good. Don't give a shit about the bar scene. Shut up and eat.

In Chicago for a week and this place was perfect. Studied abroad in Mexico City and this felt like I was bak there! Definitely try it out if you're in the area.

Listen. Order the Chicken and fish tacos (everything is delicious but those are the best ones) with a side pitcher of margarita and you're set. ????

Hands down the best tacos I've ever had. They don't have steak tacos and thats normally my taco preference but I tried the pork belly tacos and I fell in love. Cash only too.

Everything is very well prepared and delicious. An inventive bar/restaurant that is a great place to end up for drinks and a snack

Love big star! A bit noisy but $3 whiskey menu is excellent. So fun, but same tacos are half price at authentic Mexican places nearby.

Imagine the world has been taken by zombies and the society as we know it is about to collapse. Make sure you stop here first and get Queso Fundido and porkbelly tacos .

Getting a table to sip margaritas can take awhile, but if you just need a taco fix, head straight for the takeout window where you can usually get served in minutes.

The Chorizo Verde and the Pork taco were incredible. Don't miss the Guac and chips . Good outdoor spaced out seating for covid times.

If you find yourself waiting in line for the pork belly tacos , pastor, queso fundido , etc, run across the street and check out Moon Voyage. On pierce st around the corner from pennys

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Amazing vibes, quick service , a menu that is to the point but with quality items and drinks that you'll want to keep ordering.

if you want to scope out the chicago hipster scene while eating delicious tacos , this is your place. the carrot taco was fabulous.

This place is completely packed on the weekends and has great drinks and mexican food :) Love going there for a snack and drinks on a Friday or Saturday.

The bar that took over the Pontiac space is just that: A bar . With whiskey shots, cheap beer , and quick cocktails . Read more

If you can just drink and not partake in Paul Kahan’s tacos al pastor…or his fish tacos…or his housemade salsas…or his sonoran hot dog (wrapped in bacon )…you have more restraint than we do. -JK Read more

This place has the best jukebox tunes , patio and braised-pork-belly tacos in the world. Read more

big college crowd , annoyingly busy, the overzealous doormen kick it all off with a snobby vibe. the tacos are as good as anything is the SF mission though.

Really good pizzas . There is a lot of noise because the train is running just next to it, but still a cool place. Would definitely go there again

The Tacos Al Pastor were delish! Also tried the bacon wrapped hot dog without the spicy sauce . It was so yummy. Just remember it's cash only .

Wicker Park staple - great for groups of people looking to split pitchers of potent margs and delicious street tacos . No reservations , be ready to wait for awhile.

Al Pastor Tacos are the best! The pescado almost as good. Get the guacamole and the Big Star Margarita made with mescal ... A smoky, less sweet alternative. Come at lunch for a minimal wait.