Carnitas El Paisa Alegre # 1 Taqueria
7.7 • Mexican restaurant
Mexican restaurant offers authentic meats like carnitas, goat, and seafood with large burritos and varied tacos including cabeza and steak. The space feels clean and cozy, usually allowing seating even when busy. Prices tend to be high, and salsa comes in small portions with extra charges.
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"I experienced the best carnitas and tacos here."
15
"You have to pay a dollar for extra salsa here."
14
"I found the burritos to be huge and delicious."
6
Good to know
1
The restaurant sells out of carnitas, so plan to arrive early.
2
The head taco is served only on Fridays, so plan your visit accordingly.
3
Extra sauces cost a dollar each, so budget accordingly.
46 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, Illinois, United States
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