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You know exactly how a taco should taste, and you are tired of places that cut corners.

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Mexican restaurant

Small space with intimate setting and live plants offers a relaxed vibe. Steak tacos are loaded with meat and taste fresh. Bold flavors and generous portions make it a hidden gem for authentic Mexican food lovers.

Steak tacos come loaded with more meat than usual and taste fresh and authentic. Options like birria tacos and quesabirria stand out for their rich flavor and generous portions.

People are saying

"I found the steak tacos to be amazing and generously filled."

"I loved the birria burrito; it was so full of flavor."

"The salsa here is spot on, flavorful, and has a good amount of heat."

Good to know

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Prices are reasonable, with meals averaging around $16.

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The restaurant offers large portions, enough for two people.

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You find out the total cost only after ordering at the register.

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Salvadoran restaurant

Small Salvadoran spot offers authentic tacos with fresh asada and generous meat. Pupusas come with flavorful sauces at great prices. Quiet, spacious setting in a mall food court creates a friendly vibe despite being the last vendor there.

Fresh-cooked asada tacos come loaded with lots of meat and taste excellent. Prices stay reasonable while the tacos consistently hit the mark.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be amazing and fresh."

"I thought the tacos and pupusas were the best I'd ever tasted."

"I thought the tacos here were the best I've had."

Good to know

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Ana's Kitchen is the only restaurant open in the food court.

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The prices at Anaโ€™s Kitchen are lower than other pupuserias.

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Anaโ€™s Kitchen offers a balance of homestyle cooking for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Bar and grill shines with 16-foot central screen for sports fans and a welcoming vibe for all ages. Birria tacos deliver rich flavor, while shrimp tacos pack a flavor explosion. Spacious layout fits casual drinks and lively group gatherings.

Birria tacos stand out with rich flavor and are a popular choice. Shrimp tacos offer a flavor explosion, while tortillas for birria tacos sometimes come undipped.

People are saying

"I thought the food was great, especially the tacos."

"The bar staff here is so friendly and welcoming."

"You have to try the Birria Tacos; they're to die for."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every Thursday night, attracting a lively crowd.

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Singo Bingo is hosted weekly, adding a fun twist to the night.

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Happy hour offers discounted drinks and appetizers from 4-7pm on weekdays.

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Mexican restaurant

Enjoy juicy tacos like fish and quesobirria with generous portions in a family-friendly spot. The clean, renovated space offers quick service and a casual vibe with two TVs and pleasant music. Perfect for a laid-back meal with well-seasoned meats and great value.

Fish tacos stand out with generous portions and tender, lightly seasoned carne asada fills the street tacos. Quesobirria tacos come packed with large amounts of birria, and double tortillas hold juicy asada and pastor meats.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food here was hot and delicious."

"I found the birria tacos packed generously with juicy meat."

"The owners here are so friendly and know my order."

Good to know

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The restaurant closes early at 7 pm due to its location area.

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Limes must be ordered and paid for separately.

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Credit cards are accepted, but cash is preferred.

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Hot dog restaurant

Small space offers a kid-friendly environment with a casual vibe and lively talks. Tacos are stacked and cooked to perfection, especially the rib eye and menudo. Large portions of diverse foods come fast at reasonable prices.

Tacos come stacked and cooked to perfection, served hot and fresh with great flavor. Menudo and rib eye tacos stand out as popular choices alongside other quick bites like hot dogs and gyros.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was fresh, hot, and flavorful."

"I thought the gyros here were huge and delicious."

"I thought the tacos here were great and flavorful."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a daily special for two hot dogs, fries, and a drink.

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Expect a busy atmosphere, especially during lunch and dinner hours.

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The menu includes a variety of options like tacos, gyros, burgers, and hot dogs.

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Mexican spot shines with exceptional tacos like steak and el pastor, bursting with real flavor. Friendly staff create a lively atmosphere in a clean, intimate space. High-quality ingredients make every bite memorable.

Tacos come with actual flavor and are perfectly cooked. Options like steak, tinga, and el pastor stand out for their great taste.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be great and super fresh."

"I found the Mexican food, especially the tacos, to have actual flavor."

"I found the tacos here to be the best I've ever tasted."

Good to know

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The restaurant is closed on Mondays.

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Expect a bad smell from the drains on some days.

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The bathrooms are very clean.

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Pizza restaurant

Bright interior with sun and moon decorations creates a lively vibe. Juicy, plentiful meat makes steak tacos a standout, especially on $1 taco days. Limited seating fills with locals enjoying affordable, flavorful tacos in a casual setting.

Tacos here stand out for their juicy, plentiful meat and authentic flavors. The $1 tacos on Tuesdays and Thursdays offer great value without skimping on taste, especially the steak tacos.

People are saying

"You can get dollar tacos on Tuesdays and Thursdays."

"The salsa here is fresh, crunchy, and flavorful."

"The food, $1 tacos on Tuesday and Thursday, was amazing."

Good to know

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$1 tacos are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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Seating is limited to seven tables.

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Extra salsa costs 25 cents each.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot offers perfectly seasoned tacos with steak, chicken, shrimp, and paneer. Cozy seating and a warm vibe make it ideal for casual meals. Combo plates with rice and beans add a filling, authentic experience in a relaxed atmosphere.

Tacos come with steak, chicken, shrimp, and paneer, all packed with flavor and perfectly seasoned. Combo meals include three tacos with rice and beans, offering a filling and authentic experience.

People are saying

"Their Mexican French fries were unlike anything I had tried elsewhere."

"The Protein Bowl here is always fresh and full of flavor."

"The tacos here are fresh and packed with flavor."

Good to know

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Taco Pros Carol Stream is closed on Sundays.

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Tacos cost $5 each, with a $5 deal for two tacos daily.

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There is a $4 charge to add rice and beans, but portions are small.

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Mexican restaurant

Offers authentic Mexican food with a casual vibe and clean, decorated interior. Tacos feature flavorful Birria and soft corn tortillas. Prices include reasonably priced lunch options, with dine-in, takeout, and drive-thru available.

Tacos come stuffed full of tasty chicken with both corn and flour options. The Birria tacos and consome stand out as flavorful choices at great prices.

People are saying

"The complimentary chips and salsa were delicious and hit the spot."

"I loved the authentic Mexican food, it felt like I was south of the border."

"I found the birria tacos and consomรฉ to be the best."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers dine-in service, takeout at the counter, and a drive-thru window.

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There is plenty of parking available for customers.

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The lunch menu is very reasonably priced.

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