Tepalcates

Chicago’s Best Taco Restaurants

"Los Tepalcates, a bright and welcoming family-run spot, offers well-known dishes like asada and suadero, along with regional specialties such as the tender and flavorful cochinita pibil made with pulled marinated pork, and purple onion. There’s also  a standout taco gobernador — an irresistible mix of cheese, shrimp, and poblano peppers. Los Tepalcates also serves an agua de guayaba —  a guava agua fresca. With a sweet, tangy blast, the drink is a perfect match for anything with a kick.  Beyond the food offerings, the exceptional hospitality truly sets Los Tepalcates apart. With their personal touch and genuine warmth, the Correa siblings — José, Roberto, and Mane — make every visit more memorable than the last." - Brenda Storch, Serena Maria Daniels