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1. Big Star

9.3
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Place · Wicker Park · 564 tips and reviews

Christian V.Christian Van Brimmer: Al Pastor Tacos are the best! The pescado almost as good. Get the guacamole and the Big Star Margarita made with mescal… A smoky, less sweet alternative. Come at lunch for a minimal wait.

Miroslav L.Miroslav Lysyuk: Get the $30 margarita pitcher, some tacos, and sit back and relax with a friend and people gaze. FYI seats at the bar are a little hard to get, but easier than a table. Once you’re in though, u good

J.M. S.J.M. Saponaro: Best margaritas ever + awesome tacos

2. Frontera Grill

9.2
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Near North Side · 251 tips and reviews

Lance O.Lance Orchid: Try the queso fundido classico and mexcal margarita; both are A+. The blue agave margarita A-. The mole poblano a solid B; not exceptional but good. Try Guelaguetza in LA for amazing mole.

ChelseaChelsea: Be sure to make a reservation ahead of time to avoid waiting in the long line! Tropical tuna ceviche is awesome and the summer margarita is AMAZING!

Stephanie M.Stephanie M: Tom, our server, was awesome. He was so knowledgable and patient. We had a wonder lunch! Don’t miss out on the Champagne Margarita! And, a Rick Bayless sighting.

3. Mercadito

8.9
108 W Kinzie St (btwn Clark St & LaSalle Blvd), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 241 tips and reviews

Nicki W.Nicki Walliser: Amazing margaritas…seriously!! Try the duck tacos, they’re to die for! Their guacamole is also very flavorful. Great atmosphere!

AngelaAngela: One of the best margaritas in the city, awesome guacamole, Shrimp enchiladas, roasted chicken, and Caramel flan. A must try if you love mexican!

Réjane P.Réjane P: Try the different salsas, so very good. Fish tacos are amaze, and their margaritas trick you into thinking you’re drinking juice. SO GOOD.

4. Garcia’s Restaurant

8.5
4760 N Lincoln Ave (at W Lawrence Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Ravenswood · 111 tips and reviews

Adam G.Adam Graff: Skip the flautas (chicken only), you’ll want the steak. Burritos, salsa, and margaritas are fantastic. Reminds me of the old Salvadores on Lake near Michigan Ave.

venessa t.venessa tarbell: Great food, great margaritas, and great service. Newly remodeled. Not too cramped and good for kids.

Lenny G.Lenny Gallo: The best Mexican in Chicago. Go with friends and get the burrito ranchero and a pitcher of margarita.

5. Uncle Julio’s Hacienda

8.3
855 W North Ave (at N Clybourn Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 151 tips and reviews

jessica w.jessica williams: The Swirls & Passionfruit Margaritas are top notch!

Chelsea W.Chelsea White: Get the fajitas and the frozen margaritas!

Molly G.Molly Godfrey: Margs are delicious, wish they were a little bigger

6. Cesar’s Killer Margaritas

7.6
3166 N Clark St (at W Belmont Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 80 tips and reviews

Lauren D.Lauren Drogos: New renovated area is really nice…and margaritas are as lethal and delicious as ever!

Marco T.Marco Trejo: Killer Margaritas, ask pablo for the tamarindo con chile margarita

Nastasia T.Nastasia Tebeck: orange passion Pommarita is the best margarita in here! Get the Mega size.. Just do it. 🙂

7. Del Toro

8.7
2133 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · East Pilsen · 47 tips and reviews

Cityvida MobileCityvida Mobile: Try the Pepino Margarita, delicious.

Valerie V.Valerie Vargas: The Pepino and Guava margaritas are a must try! The watermelon mojito is also very refreshing! Perfect summer drinks.

noemi r.noemi roman: Best Sandia margaritas! And you have to try the habanero burger.

8. Taco Joint

8.4
1969 N Halsted St (btwn Armitage Ave & Willow St), Chicago, IL
Taco Place · Lincoln Park · 90 tips and reviews

Lindsay P.Lindsay Pomazal: Amazing ceviche tacos and they are only $2. Also the guava margarita is a must!

ivy t.ivy t.: Great tacos, esp the ceviche taco. Pollo torta wasn’t too special. Pear tropical margarita is delish and rojo mole was yum. Great servers.

Jodi L.Jodi Laughlin: Order margaritas & guacamole along with El Pastor & Ceviche tacos and you have a feast!

9. Antique Taco

9.2
1360 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Wood St), Chicago, IL
Taco Place · Wicker Park · 159 tips and reviews

Chris S.Chris Shackleton: As good as its far more crowded neighbor Big Star. Love the margarita, steak tacos, habanero popcorn, and the chips and salsa.

Angella M.Angella Miller: So good! Get the Rosemary Margarita❤❤

Ben K.Ben Kossak: The pineapple cilantro margarita and corn salad were both to die for.

10. Pancho Pistolas

8.7
700 W 31st St (at Union Ave.), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Bridgeport · 48 tips and reviews

Genevieve G.Genevieve Gonnigan: Best Margarita’s in Town & they are heavy on the Tequila. A pitcher of margaritas w/Chicken Nachos is the Happy Hour we all Live for! Cheers! Read more.

A B.A B: Best Margarita’s in the city. Must order the Bistec A la Mexicana

Nicole P.Nicole Parejko: Chips and salsa (2 kinds!) + awesome margaritas + a Sox game on = a great time! Love it here I come all the time!

11. The Mayan Palace Mexican Cuisine

8.2
2703 N Halsted St (at W Schubert Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Park West · 25 tips and reviews

Rob N.Rob N.: Of course the margaritas are great and really on half price Tuesdays and Thursdays. Get anything steak! Wait staff is second to none.

Jenna W.Jenna Walker: Margaritas are tasty & 1/2 priced to Tues and Thurs. Friendly and attentive waiters. Large burrito meal is good to share. Good place to meet up with your friends and a pitcher of margaritas!

Mari B.Mari B: This was my Thursday wknd kick-off for 4 yrs! Margaritas in all flavors are awesome for 1/2 price, service is great, ceviche, steak taco salad and the steak nachos are the BEST!

12. La Cantina Grill

8.6
1911 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Prairie District · 47 tips and reviews

Ron W.Ron Willis: If you like flavored Margarita’s you will have to try the Grapefruit Margarita with salt of course!

Heather F.Heather Folsom: Best (stuffed) chicken quesadilla I’ve ever had. Tilapia tacos, guac, & pineapple margarita were also delicious. Good service too.

Shani S.Shani Simon: Thursday night $6 margaritas & chicken tamales! Yum!!!

13. Cantina Laredo

8.6
508 N State St (btwn W Grand Ave & W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Near North Side · 131 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Swing by to grab a margarita or hand-muddled mojito before diving into dishes such as the cascabel ribeye steak, Oaxaca cheese chile rellenos & braised pork shanks topped with chipotle wine sauce. Read more.

Melanie P.Melanie P: Get the quesadilla and the margaritas! Delicious.

Veronica R.Veronica Rivas: Try the Casa Rita Margarita! You’ll be in for a treat. The Mango & Pollo salad, amazing!

14. Cafe El Tapatio

8.9
3358 N Ashland Ave (at W Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 57 tips and reviews

Lexy P.Lexy P: One of the best burritos and margaritas I’ve had on the North Side. And outside eating! Total win.

laura h.laura honeycutt: The Rolls Magnificent Margarita is the best on the menu! Arrive thirsty!

Kelly O.Kelly O’Toole: Great food and Margs and the staff is super friendly! Gotta check this place out

15. Taco Joint

8.3
158 W Ontario St (btwn La Salle St & Wells St), Chicago, IL
Taco Place · River North · 50 tips and reviews

Sean B.Sean Beach: Love the tacos, affordable, fun margarita blends. A must stop on my visits to Chicago!

Taylor K.Taylor Konigseder: Awesome margarita and guacamole variety.

Katie W.Katie Waters: Great for groups! Delicious margaritas that will get a buzz going and a yummy variety of tacos. Subscribe to their email list too!

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