Original Taco
8.4 • Mexican restaurant
Small Mexican restaurant with about 10 tables and a brightly lit dining area featuring a Mexican countryside mural. Atmosphere feels vibrant and humble, busy yet comfortable for dining. Known for authentic tacos like cabeza and standout burritos, it draws a crowd seeking genuine flavors.
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"I found the food here to be delicious and full of flavor."
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"I thought the tacos here were the best I'd ever had."
33
"I found the Mexican food here to be delicious and authentic."
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Good to know
1
The restaurant fills up quickly after 5 pm, so plan accordingly.
2
Credit cards incur a fee, so bring cash to avoid extra charges.
3
Parking is available in the plaza, but it can fill up quickly.
1856 N Rand Rd, Palatine, Illinois, United States
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