# Tacos in Back of the Yards > Made for those who believe a proper taco is the only acceptable way to fuel their day. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/illinois/chicago/back-of-the-yards/best-taco ## Places (12) ### 1. Tacos Don Cuco Small taqueria offers generous portions with standout shrimp tacos in a quick, casual setting. Cash-only and limited seating at a bar-style counter keep it old-school. Tacos de cabeza and al pastor also shine with plenty of meat. - Address: 1847 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TacosDonCuco1 ### 2. Sofive Soccer Centers La Pershing Indoor soccer fields with renovated turf offer lively play and a family-friendly vibe. Enjoy great carnitas tacos made by Rosa and Clara while watching matches. The clean bar serves drinks like beer in soccer boots, making it a fun hangout spot. - Address: 3900 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SofiveSoccerCentersLaPershing ### 3. Taquerias Ochoas Small, clean spot serves large tacos with juicy fillings like tripe and steak. Prices stay low at about $4 each, but bring cash. Focus stays on authentic flavors without fuss. - Address: 1323 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TaqueriasOchoas ### 4. La Barca Restaurant Mom and pop vibe with chaotic atmosphere makes dining unique. Tacos like carne asada are meaty and filling, perfect with fresh guacamole. Service feels disorganized, especially at billing and bar, but food like carnitas and birria shines. - Address: 1221 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LaBarcaRestaurant2 ### 5. La Internacional Supermercado Supermarket with a small taqueria serves authentic tacos full of flavor and low in fat. Atmosphere feels like an old country setting with cozy seating and limited parking. Bold grilled aromas of cilantro and onion fill the air, creating a warm, intimate experience. - Address: 4556 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LaInternacionalSupermercado ### 6. Restaurante y Taquería Guerrero Family-owned spot serves authentic homemade tortillas and crispy huaraches in a peaceful setting. Tacos al pastor shine with delicious flavor and pair well with rice. Cash-only policy keeps things simple and traditional. - Address: 1922 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Restaurante-y-Taquería-Guerrero ### 7. Restaurant Las Esperanzas Inc Mexican restaurant buzzes with lively music and live shows, creating a bar-like vibe. Tacos shine with large al pastor featuring pineapple and rich asada cooked to perfection. Fresh handmade tortillas add authentic flavor to every bite. - Address: 1758 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RestaurantLasEsperanzasInc ### 8. Tony's Tacos and Burgers Narrow indoor space with four seats and outdoor picnic tables offers a comfortable atmosphere. Tacos shine with carne asada and fire tacos delivering rich, spicy flavors. Affordable prices and quality bread make it a practical spot for tasty meals. - Address: 1724 W 51st St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Tony's-Tacos-and-Burgers ### 9. Atotonilco Tortilleria Tacos shine here with al pastor and asada offering fresh, authentic flavors. Juicy steak and fat tacos come fast from a gyro burner. Friendly, LGBTQ welcoming spot with affordable prices and cash-only policy keeps locals coming back. - Address: 1707 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/AtotonilcoTortilleria ### 10. Taqueria Los Altos Mexican restaurant serves authentic tacos like Asada and golden tripe with fresh ingredients. Small portions highlight dishes such as caldo de albondigas and gorditas de rajas. Atmosphere feels genuine but salsa options are limited. - Address: 1848 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TaqueriaLosAltos4 ### 11. Kiki D's Fast food spot offers authentic Mexican street food with a lively, clean atmosphere. Tacos shine with abundant meat like carnitas and spicy pork, balanced in heat and flavor. Enjoy special taco deals on select days, making it affordable and tasty. - Address: 4123 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Kiki-D's ### 12. Taco Bell Fast food spot with efficient service and a quiet atmosphere. Tacos feature fresh meat and classic flavors, served in about 15 minutes. Offers vegetarian options and tasty nacho fries for variety. - Address: 4614 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TacoBell879 ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.