El Paisa Alegre #2 El Original
8.0 • Mexican restaurant
Mexican restaurant offers authentic carnitas and rich birria tacos with a family-owned vibe. Atmosphere feels cold and loud, with music that repeats often. Prices run high, and the place closes earlier than posted hours.
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"The food here is flavorful and delicious."
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"The carnitas here are tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection."
21
"The breakfast here is delicious and generously portioned."
17
Good to know
1
On Taco Tuesdays, all meat tacos are only $1.50 each.
2
You can easily enjoy a meal for under $10 on Taco Tuesday.
3
The restaurant is family-run and values its community.
1 S Wolf Rd, Prospect Heights, Illinois, United States
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