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The Best Mexican Restaurants in Chicago

The top rated Mexican in Chicago, based on over 80 million ratings on Beli

Updated Oct 8, 2025

Photo of Tuna tostada from Mariscos San Pedro
Photo Credit: @arielhorton
Photo of Tuna tostada from Mariscos San Pedro
Photo Credit: @arielhorton

Updated Oct 8, 2025

Chicago is home to some incredible Mexican spots—and these are the best of the best. See what came out on top and which of your favorites made the list.

Chicago is home to some incredible Mexican spots—and these are the best of the best. See what came out on top and which of your favorites made the list.

  1. 1. Mariscos San Pedro

    1. Mariscos San Pedro

    $$$ | Mexican, Seafood

    Good for: Date Night, Sharing, Atmosphere

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    Photo of Tuna tostada from Mariscos San Pedro
    Photo Credit: @arielhorton

  2. 2. Tepalcates

    2. Tepalcates

    $ | Tacos, Mexican

    Good for: Casual Dinner, Great Service, Hidden Gem

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    Photo of Chicken Nachos from Tepalcates
    Photo Credit: @RiquísimoSuave

  3. 3. La Chaparrita Taqueria

    3. La Chaparrita Taqueria

    $ | Mexican, Taqueria, Tacos

    Good for: Cheap Eats, Quick Bite, Casual Dinner

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    Photo of Al pastor tacos from La Chaparrita Taqueria
    Photo Credit: @medinacarolina13

  4. 4. La Internacional Supermercado

    4. La Internacional Supermercado

    $ | Mexican

    Good for: Cheap Eats, Lunch, Casual Dinner

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    Photo of lengua from La Internacional Supermercado
    Photo Credit: @ellennma

  5. 5. Birrieria Zaragoza

    5. Birrieria Zaragoza

    $$ | Mexican, Taqueria

    Good for: Lunch, Casual Dinner, Cheap Eats

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    Photo of Quesabirerria - not for me, so cheesy and not crispy from Birrieria Zaragoza
    Photo Credit: @foodsgood

  6. 6. Carniceria Maribel

    6. Carniceria Maribel

    $ | Mexican, Tacos, Taqueria

    Good for: Cheap Eats, Quick Bite, Takeout

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    Photo of Carne asada and pastor tacos from Carniceria Maribel
    Photo Credit: @forksandflights

  7. 7. Chilam Balam

    7. Chilam Balam

    $$$ | Mexican, Contemporary

    Good for: BYOB, Hidden Gem, Sharing

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    Photo of Empanadas from Chilam Balam
    Photo Credit: @kaitlynnwu

  8. 8. Topolobampo

    8. Topolobampo

    $$$$ | Mexican, Contemporary

    Good for: Fine Dining, Tasting Menu, Date Night

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    Photo of Los santos from Topolobampo
    Photo Credit: @lbuena

  9. 9. Mi Tocaya Antojería

    9. Mi Tocaya Antojería

    $$$ | Mexican

    Good for: Date Night, Sharing, Atmosphere

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    Photo of Steak Burrito from Mi Tocaya Antojería
    Photo Credit: @chicagopizzareviews

  10. 10. Xocome Antojeria

    10. Xocome Antojeria

    $ | Mexican

    Good for: Cheap Eats, Short List, Casual Dinner

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    Photo of Taco de Cochinita Pibil + Taco de Asada from Xocome Antojeria
    Photo Credit: @DanSoto

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