Birrieria Zaragoza

Small diner type feel. Very friendly staff and quick service. Lucky to get in when we did cause the space started to fill up. Large plate came with eight ounces of birria and five tortillas which was more than enough. Birria was pretty good and tender, but was missing just a little in flavor that made it easy for me to not just eat it on its own. Tortillas were soft and soaked up the consome. On top came the onions, cilantro, and hot sauce which was a good, subtle addition. Overall, I loved making my own tacos and the simplicity of everything here.

As a Mexican, I can confidently say this place is exceptional! I brought my whole family, and we were practically licking our fingers—it’s that good! Like we say in Mexico: ¡¡Esta de no mames!! The birria is extraordinary, the consomé is incredibly flavorful, and the hand-made tortillas are a true delight. And then there’s Saul—his service takes everything to the next level. Do yourself a favor and come here; it’ll be one of the best meals of your life!

Amazing plate of meat and best homemade tortillas. I always thought this place was birria tacos which is fried but it's not. I don't like those tacos. This is different. I ordered the large plate which is the first thing on the menu. It comes with tortilla so you don't have to ask. They give you a plate of tender meat and homemade tortillas if you get the plate. I also had their Cabesa tacos and it was good. Tried their horchata coffee and it was also good. The price is reasonable and I'm quite surprised at how amazing it is. You can keep asking for tortillas if you run out free of charge.

First and most importantly the service and staff was outstanding. The establishment was very clean and that’s extremely important to me. From the moment I walked in I was acknowledged while Marianna assisted other guests with their menu selections. Everyone was polite, professional and friendly. When Marianna was done with the customers ahead of me she thanked me for my patience and took my order. During this time we had a brief friendly conversation. While I waited for my take out order Marianna walked over with a sample of their tacos. The presentation as lovely and the favor was amazing. Before I could finish eating the sample taco my order was ready in maybe 5 minutes. When I got home the presentation of my take out order was again beautifully prepared. The Quesabirrias were outstanding. I highly recommend this restaurant for delicious food at a good price. But most importantly stop by to meet Marianna. Tell her I said hello. 🙂

Got the plate of cabeza and was surprised at how much meat there was! I was able to fill my tortilla was so much meat and toppings, it was absolutely delicious. In the picture it doesn’t look appetizing but I swear it was super tender with a slightly crispy exterior. Seating can be hard to find but people are in and out fast so you probably won’t have to wait long for a spot. Be prepared to wait a while if ordering the cabeza. They do recommend ordering ahead of time.

Loved the this spot the food was amazing the consome with the quesobirria tacos was delicious! 10/10 customer service. Didn’t catch the name of the woman at the register but she was super sweet. 100% recommend!!! 👏🏼

I had the Quesadilla and Taco. Love them both, but Quesadilla is slightly on top. Cheese and meat, can’t go wrong with that. The char fat of goat meat in the taco is so fragrant and melt in your mouth. Everyone is friendly food was good. No frill just perfect.

Lives up to the hype. I got the small plate and it was a great portion size. It came with the plate of meat, 3 tortillas, and all the accoutrements. The meat was one step past “fall off the bone” tender. The sauce was rich and savory. I chose to get bone in because that’s where all the fat is. Highly recommend.

I have been dying to try birria for the longest time and finally decided I wouldn't put it off any longer. I selected this establishment as my introduction to it and I'm glad it did! Their menu is very straightforward- all they serve is birria so I figured it must be done right. I ordered the quesabirria combo (essentially just two quesabirria tacos with consume). The food was ready within 10 minutes of my online order and when I picked up and drove back to work, the food was fresh and hot. The establishment is very small and clean. The meat is so tender and the tortillas were the perfect texture. The consume was a lot milder than I expected, but I jazzed it up with the spicy salsa, onion and cilantro that came on the side and it became the perfect juice to dip my tacos in. Would definitely recommend!!

stopped in the other day for take out after a community meeting about the neighbourhood, must have caught them right before they closed. great meal, large portions, I know we will be back

Got the quesabirria, lots of meat and cheese. Good flavor. Could be also interesting if crispy Large plate: good amount of food. Wish it comes with tomato. Not just onion and cilantro. Small bowl birria: the soup comes with it is just like colored water. No need to get it. But the meat is tender and great flavor.

They have a really small menu, but what they have they do really well. The meat is always juicy and tender. The flavors are great. My personal favorite is the quesabirrias. The price is really good, and it packs a lot of great flavor and texture. If I had to provide any critique, it would be that they don't really have any options for sides or toppings. You basically just get piles of meat, and while it's delicious meat, I would love to have something green to go with it. As far as the place itself is concerned, it's a cute corner diner style. I've never eaten inside, but there's not much space. It's perfect for picking up lunch or dinner and taking it home. The staff is all friendly, and the food doesn't take long to prepare.

Small diner type feel. Very friendly staff and quick service. Lucky to get in when we did cause the space started to fill up. Large plate came with eight ounces of birria and five tortillas which was more than enough. Birria was pretty good and tender, but was missing just a little in flavor that made it easy for me to not just eat it on its own. Tortillas were soft and soaked up the consome. On top came the onions, cilantro, and hot sauce which was a good, subtle addition. Overall, I loved making my own tacos and the simplicity of everything here.

Oh em gee!!! First time I ever ate goat meat birria it was the juiciest and very well seasoned and it was not complete without the consome sauce. It is a very small space but definitely worth trying their food. The staff are super friendly and accommodating. I saw them seasoning all the goat meat and they look so yummy. Yes I was in Chicago for this weekend and this one is highly recommended as well. Parking in Chicago is mostly side street and prepare to read signs and pay

I live in uptown and I finally was able to eat here & it exceeded my expectations. So they only prepare goat meat which was very delicious. We ordered the Large Plate, 2 Cabeza/Machito tacos & Quesabirria combo w Consomé. 10/10 would order the Cabeza tacos every single time (if you like lengua, you'll love the Cabeza). And the quesabirria combo was very worth it for that huge bowl to dip it in. The plate is delicious too but the meat is less tender when it's not straight off the bone. But regardless, the place despite being small was very mom and pop. It had a comforting feel to it and the person who took our order was patient despite me coming in for the first time and having so many questions. Will be coming here again soon!

Came on a busy Friday night. Put my order in and waited for a a seat. Got the birria small plate and 2 birria quesadillas. Everything was delicious and warm. I wish there was more seating but overall will definitely come again when I'm craving birria

100% if you are in Chicago- try the birrieria here! Small simple menu, but so much flavor! Menu was essentially a meat plate with tortillas or quesadilla style. I wish portions were bigger but prob just because it was so good. The cashier/server was friendly, thanked us for being there. It's a smaller corner restaurant with barstool style seating. I'm from out of state but would love to come back for more!

My husband got this place recommended from a friend and not going to lie, I was not thrilled when we got there as we don't eat beef. BUT turns out it's actually all goat & halal meat. The place is fairly small with only barstool/counter seating. Host was so friendly and explained all the menu options. I only had the quesobirria which was delicious (tortilla, meat, mole), my husband had that and a taco which he said were both equally good. You get cilantro, onions, lime, chili peppers & picante sauce which you can add to give your food a little kick. Definitely feels a little hole in the wall but the food was so good I'm sure we will be back the next time we are in Chicago!

10/10! Everything about this place was great - starting with the service to the cozy diner atmosphere. We weren't sure what to order, so we got a full run-down of the menu. We ended up getting the quesabirrias combo, the large plate, and a horchata. The quesabirrias were incredible, but the plate was even better. The meat was super tender and juicy. I usually feel like goat can be a bit gamey, but this was perfect. We also loved the horchata!

This place is simply delicious it's so flavorful and you get a big serving too. The folks who work there are always helpful and kind.

Had some great goat birria tacos. Pretty affordable, very yummy. Service was great, staff were very friendly. Retro tile design was kinda cool. Definitely hope to be back and try more items!

Compact counter shop serving amazing meat. The vibe of the joint is like eating at a diner sans hamburger. But that's where it stops. Instead of milkshakes, Horchata. The menu is streamlined and they do birria well, like I would rate it in my top 5 and that's without trying the consommé. Instead of beef you'll find in most taco trucks and restaurants, it's the other ruminant meat, Goat. I'm a fan of goat and mutton, but one bite and you wouldn't think it was it. The flavor is relatively mild despite having a pepper based marinade. The meat melts in your mouth. The tortillas are fresh pressed and cooked to order. Even the tortilla is delicious and has an amazing mouthfeel. Overall an amazing dining experience and worth the wait.

You're missing out if you don't go here. The goat birria is obviously the star here and it is made phenomenally. Looking for a little umph? Get the quesabirria tacos with consume, you won't regret. I live down the street and I'm so glad :D

The staff here is so friendly while still professional! I really like their horchata iced coffee (seriously, I'm always just like take all my money for this). An of course - the Quesabirria Combo (w/Consommé) is an absolute must. Make sure you add their hot sauce. SO GOOD. Always so satisfying. Sure you might think it's overpriced than your average taco spot but it's worth it.

This is a very busy happening place, and we decided to try it on a Friday night. All seats are stools against a counter- no tables or chairs, we thought we might have to wait or do takeout, but lucked out and grabbed the last 2 stools. The ambiance here lends itself to stepping back in time to a small, simple diner. It's true that the menu is limited, which asks you how would you like your roasted goat? They do one thing well, and word has spread.

I have been to their south side location awhile ago, but I knew that I no longer would be in the area for any business or running errands. Therefore, I was very glad that "Birrieria Zaragoza" got a north side restaurant for me to check it out. The owner, Juan, was beyond nice and really engaged conversations with his patrons. Obviously, birria was their speciality and all menu items were surrounded by it. I'm a fan of anything soup, so having a bowl of consome was absolutely the right way to go. I remember that I only ordered two (2) birria tacos, with one (1) being cabeza. However, I ended up receiving three (3) tacos and thought they made a mistake! Well, I would appreciate anything gratis. In addition, I was treated with a bottle of apple soda (Sidral Mondet). I was on my postpartum diet and purposefully discontinued the consumption of sweetened beverages. Nevertheless, thank you for the treat and I always finished anything that was given to me...lol! My partner is quite familiar with Mexican food, yet I didn't think he used to have birria often (at least I didn't assume so). He liked what he had. It looked like "Birrieria Zaragoza" made it to our go-to restaurant list whenever we would be out and about. We had it again via Uber Eats on one of the weekends. However, the restaurant missed the horchata coffee yet I didn't think it was a deal breaker. A simple contesting on the charge through the app. wasn't difficult to do. With that being said, I still needed to tick and made this review fair for our Yelp readers. Regardless a little mishap that happened, I can't wait to go back to "Birrieria Zaragoza" and indulge myself with one of my favorite proteins! It's the best to dine in so that one can taste the tortilla with the right temperature and texture. The ambiance is the quick-service style. Paid Street parking can be spotted.

Birrieria Zaragoza is getting five stars simply because they have me feening for those goat off the bone tacos and that soup! First the location use to be a chicken place. It is a very small place. There is seating but maybe 20 people tops. But so what, my food is going home with me so I can eat in peace. All I can say is that for me, the goat meat is like a drug. There are days I literally crave it either as a taco or a soup. The consume with that goat meat is to die for. I usually get that, throw in the onions and cilantro and lime juice, and then add udon noodles and shredded Mexican cheese. So so good. The tacos are very good too. I love when I go in there and place an order, I get a free taco while waiting. I can't quite describe the tortillas, but they are corn and on the chewy side, but that is not a bad thing, The texture somehow works with the meat. The meat itself is so tender and flavorful, just amazing. I always want to eat more cause my eyes are bigger than my stomach, but two will be enough unless you have not eaten all day. Usually what I end up doing is getting rice/beans and guacamole from Lindo Guadalajara to make a meal. The quesadilla is very good with goat meat in it and that goat head meat is on a whole different level. This is a no frills place that only does a few items, but they do the soooo well! And the place is clean...happen to be driving past there early one Saturday morning and saw two young ladies scrubbing down the big pots and the grill. The staff is amazing and very friendly as well. They always greet me coming and going and are so sweet. The only drag about this place is the parking since it is on Broadway. Craving this stuff on concert nights is hard cause there is a crush of people in that little spot. But if you happen to be around, there, it is worth the wait.

I tried this spot out towards the end of my Chicago trip, so I was suffering from a bit of a food coma at this point. That said, the birria here is excellent. I got 2 quesabirrias and they were probably the best I've ever had. The tender meat was decadent and the tortillas (homemade I think) were nicely crisped. My only regret was I definitely should have ordered some consommé to dip them in. Next time I'll come with an emptier stomach and take down a larger order.

I love birrieria but I've never had goat birrieria. I've never had goat and I was a little worried that it would taste weird. I really liked it. The tacos are pretty big so I only needed two to fill me up. The meat was tender and tasted amazing. If no one had told me that it was goat meat I would have never known. If you're a bierrieria fan you should check this place out, the goat is delicious. It's a pretty small spot on a corner, right next to the Riviera Theater. This place is really small, it's basically two lunch counters so I imagine it can get packed quickly. Overall I was really impressed with the food.

Stopped by here after a day at the beach. My first time having goat birria! This place is great. Wonderful food and great service. Got the small plate (off the bone) to share for a midday snack. Would love to try the quesabirria next time. Would definitely recommend the large plate to split between two people if you're hungry!

I generally like goat dishes, but these birria and cabeza tacos make me LOVE and crave goat meat now. Wow, I was speechless during my inhaling of 2 tacos (1 of each), 1.5 quesobirria, small consume and a flan. The tacos and quesobirria are juicy and super flavorful and unlike any other taco I've had before. The house made to order from scrach tortillas are phenomenal - has a nice bite, slightly chewy and balanced corn flavor. What I ordered was too much food so next time I'll just order 1 taco and 1 quesobirria and share a dessert. Or maybe go for a Birria plate. This place deserves Michelin star recognition. Thank you for opening up an additional shop a short walk from home!

Very affordable and yet strikingly appetizing place in uptown. Group of friends and I stopped by this place because of all the hype and we can say it's justified- easily going on the list of one of my top restaurants. Size wise the restaurant is a little compact and tight for large groups but other than that there are no complaints. We ordered the tacos, Birria, and Tazon Grande. All of them were so juicy and all the flavors came together nicely. The cooks also are super friendly and try to get to know you personally which is an added bonus of interaction. Condiments included when you order are cilantro, small chili peppers, lime, onions and hot sauce. A must have to add those to any of the dishes.

Me: I'm not really a fan of birria. Or goat meat. Birrieria Zaragoza: Here, have some birria! Goat meat! I don't get it, but I love this place. It starts with the incredibly friendly welcome and helpful ordering advice for first time customers. I didn't know that goat was all they served, but the greeting was so warm, I couldn't just leave when I realized I was going to be eating goat. So glad we stayed. The owner/manager/life coach was right. It was like eating tender, tasty brisket. The space is very small, and you'll sit on a stool at the counter. Making it easy for a delightful cook to keep tiptoeing over with friendly tips and extras. We had the quesabirria with consomme. Amazing. Delicious. A great meal made greater by superior customer service. We'll be back!

This is my favorite Birria restaurant, I have always been to their Pilsen place but I am happy they now have a second location in Uptown. Their birria and cansome are out of this world. It's a must try if you like Mexican food and are in the area.

Towards closing time, we ordered a bone-off large plate of birria to share, plus a quesabirria. We didn't need the latter - we were full enough on the former - but it was a nice, cheesy, greasy break. When I get a big old plate of meat (which is almost never now) I want it to be unapologetically whatever is is, and the birria here is strongly goaty/gamey and fatty and full of juices even before it's dipped in the 'broth'. It comes with limes, onions, cilantro, hot sauce, and plenty of warm and fresh tortillas to build your ideal bite. And it may not be known for this, but really, if you share with someone, it's a pretty cheap way to have a meal, especially one with that much meat.

I'm SO happy this place took over what was here previously. I love Birria (goat meat) in general and I've heard great things about Birrieria Zaragoza in Archer Heights by Midway Airport, so was absolutely ecstatic when finding out they were moving literally 2 minutes away from me in Uptown. Walking in, I was warmly greeted by the (who I assume to be) owner of the restaurant (?). He was very very friendly and easy going during the entire ordering and dining experience. Just an overall good family man is the vibe I got. He suggested a specific order combo for the two of us and it was perfect. He nicely set up the plates, sides (cilantro, onions, salsa, red peppers) napkins, and utensils for us so it truly did not feel like a typical hole-in-the wall taqueria experience. It definitely felt a lot more personalized. Food came out and it was delicious, oh my god. The quesabirria dipped in consomé was a match made for my taste buds. They have this red liquid salsa that is on the spicier side and it was insanely good - maybe a bit too hot for some people, but not for me. The consome, the Birria goat with the warm tortillas that they put in a tortillero (tortilla warmer), and everything to add to it was fantastic as well. I got homemade horchata as well and I liked it. Overall - 10/10 experience with the service and food just being absolutely top tier. Expect to spend a little more than your usual taqueria here, but the service and food really make the value all worth it. Also, kudos to keeping the small mini diner vibe of the inside from the previous place. The bar style seating with the big windows adds to the cozy experience. I'll be 100% back!

We went on a Saturday afternoon (4 of us), as we were entering right behind us was a Hispanic couple. We sat at the front bar area (its small, no tables), and they by the window area. The waiter immediately went to assist the couple who came AFTER us, and we patiently sat there (no body else there) well over 15mins for service. He was with them a few minutes chatting and going over the menu items. My friends kept wanting to leave, not a good impression on service, no one there was doing anything, they cooks were on their phones and chatting with each other. I persuaded them to stay, after the long wait, he came by us. He didn't ask if it was our first time or anything big difference in service. That's a1 star, parking is terrible, but the food was good. Only one man waiting tables but it was like he was bias, or discriminatory on other races. Foods good, wont go back due to service.

This restaurant is tiny and I imagine they do more take-out than anything else, but there is room to sit at the counter and the service is terrific. We highly suggest ordering the following (this was perfect for 2 people): Small goat plate (comes with the best chewy corn tortillas, onions, cilantro, dried chiles, hot sauce, and limes) 1 goat head taco (possibly the best taco I've ever had) 1 birria queso (like a cross between a quesadilla, birria taco, and enchilada bc it's griddled with mole on a flat time) My only regret eating here was that it's 45 min from my house, so I can't eat here every day.

The birria tacos were so yummy and the amount of fillings were very reasonable. I was full after two tacos. Although it can get chaotic, both kitchen and waitstaff were on top of their game. I love the small, cozy vibe of the space. Can't wait to come back!

Great lunch. Had the Quesabirrias Combo of tacos and consume. Very flavorful tacos. Will be back to try more items. It was an old diner, now updated. Still very basic decor, but clean and shiny. Right on the corner of B'way and Lawrence, so lots of light. Service was ok. Everything is served to order and very fresh. Everyone felt like family. Good addition to the neighborhood.

Excellent food, tortillas are freshly made and the Birria is clean. I would definitely recommend and would come back.

Absolute 5 stars! It was great. We got a small plate and a quesadilla. The tortillas are fresh and warm. The salsa is good and spicy. Service was fast and friendly. It's a bit small inside

It is safe to say that I am here once a week and have not stopped, ever since the newest location has opened, they finally have their new signage up! Brought some more co- workers for lunch, service is outstanding, eating at the counter is an experience you cannot get anywhere else. Feeling like family, let's just say there was very little conversation when the food arrived, as the flavors and tenderness of the meat and handmade tortillas were out of this world. Friendly, family vibe, that personal touch is on a level and category all in its own.

Literally the best birria I've had since moving to Chicago, and I've tried multiple places. The cashier was so helpful and explained everything well. The meat smells fresh and delicious.

This place is so incredible, the food is so tasty and fresh, best Birria I've ever had in my life. Everyone who works here is super helpful because the menu is kind of confusing for someone who's never had this experience before. The service is fast and friendly. It's a no-frills atmosphere, and I love sitting on the counter and eating. Finally, I could not take a picture of the flan because I ate it too fast but it's literally the best I've ever had.

I have an announcement. I just ate the best taco I have ever eaten! A taco is simple. But when done right, it's magical! Get in the car, or bus, or train, or just start running to Birrieria Zaragoza! You do not want to live another minute without having their birria taco and quesabirria! Both will change your life!

Delicious! We've been wanting to try the goat tacos since this outpost opened, and today's finally the day! Friendly service - busy for the lunch hour, but efficient. Thick chewy tortillas made in real time. Deliciously savory broth for the birria. Cabeza taco was a standout. (In case you have to ask: not suitable for vegetarians by any means, unless you just want a soft drink.)

This is the still newish north side location of the Southwest Side classic. It's just as good, despite being a second location--super tender goat meat, a flavorful consome, fresh yet sturdy corn tortillas. Impeccable and perhaps the best in town. I do remember the consome being more mole-heavy rather than tomatoey last time, though.

We tried the tacos as it was a very hot day. Im not so familiar with birria itself so I figured that a "soupy" goat-based dish would be too much. End of the story: we tried 2 types of tacos, all they serve is Goat tacos, 1 kind of from the goat's head. It was absolutely delicious! We ended up having more tacos than usual, more than 3 tacos per person, that's just how good they were! I'd say in the pricey side cause the bill was all in all $70 with tip and tax. But to be honest one can taste the difference, their tortillas are handcrafted and the meat is superb. The goat's head one is meatier with bigger chunks of dark meat. All tacos come with a tray of fresh toppings so you ensamble the tacos yourself almost! It was nice and we'll come back! The owner was kind and lively answered questions, we talked about Mexico, I ended up asking how many goats they go through in 1 day. He said about 6. That's a lot of G-O-A-T

2 goat tacos with consomme. Flavorful and unique. Basic counter service with stools all around

First time trying goat, and we're hooked! I couldn't stop talking to my wife about how much I enjoyed this food and experience. We'll be back!

Believe the hype. The goat tacos were perfect. The size, flavors, quality, textures, smells, heat, and presentation of the food were all excellent. The staff was very welcoming. The host greeted me in Spanish, and though I was caught a little off guard, I was able to get by with what I remember from high school classes. These tacos seriously brought so much happiness to my mouth. I will be back to try more on their menu.

My review couldn't pull weight when they've received high praise reviews by the food network, travel channel and featured on Taco Chronicles on Netflix. So, I'm just here to say thank you for bringing this intimate experience closer to me with the uptown location and thank you for the genuine, kind and humble hospitality....it doesn't get better than this!

Oh, my God, goat, goat, goat, goat. Get down here and get you some goat, birria. I had the large bowl of goat birria bone on. It was so delicious. Next time, I might upgrade to some of the cheese tortillas the dip in it, but the fresh tortillas to dip in it were wonderful. My partner thought it was so good. He got an order to go for lunch today at work.

The most flavorful tacos I've ever had. Highly recommend trying the goat. I met the owner briefly - kind guy who puts a lot of thought into the food they make. Couldn't recommend it more highly.

Horrible over priced queso birriera's... ! Pieces of hard, old, over cooked meat was in the taco. The dipping juice was unseasoned and bland. Waste of money!

Ive tried their birria from south side location. When i found out that they're in uptown i had to go! Took some of my coworkers and they approved. Best jalisco style birria and i should know since im from Jalisco The location is smaller but it feels cozier especially because the employees are closer and attentive. Erika, Juan, Chalo and Gio give the best service and make you feel literally at home. I enjoy the taco surtido its soo tender and juicy. And today i tried the horchata coffee delicious.