Flaco's Tacos - Chicago

Native Californian/Angeleno. Moved to Chicago for a decade. Loved it. But I missed my home-state's Mexican food. Couldn't find it here. Moved back to L.A., now visiting 5 years later.This is the BEST, freshest, most authentic Mexican food I've ever tried in Chicago. It is confident enough to mix flavors into new creative combinations. The street-corn burrito was the bomb. ? The chips were excellent. Service immediate and warm. Salsas were milder than I'd hoped, the only minor note in a fabulous symphony of savory delights.

My peach Margarita was Awesome. Very refreshing, tasty and strong. The steak tacos were a tad greasy for my liking but very delicious. The rice and beans were delightful. The Ambience was nice very spacious place. The service was friendly and fast. A new hidden gem. I'll definitely be back.Food: 4/5

We picked up tacos to take home. The lady was super nice the tacos were bad. Either way too saucy or too dry. So salty it killed the flavor. Was looking forward to a local median priced taco. Oh well.Food: 1/5

Ordered the chips, guac, black bean taco, black bean tamale and a margarita.The chips and guac are sold separately. They’re a good portion which is expected for the $11 total price tag. The guac needs salt. It’s too sour and the chips are also unsalted and break so easily. I’m not even exaggerating.The green and red salsa taste like water. also no exaggeration. No spice or flavor unfortunately.The tamale is decent! Good price and good size and flavor. Maybe a bit more salt on the beans but pretty good.The taco was ok. Not bad but could use a little more salt.The margarita was ok. Portion and taste was ok. But served in what looked like a dollar tree plastic fogged up glass and no rim. There was also a lot of separation going on in the drink.Lastly you’re asked to pay and tip to place your order. Meaning you don’t get to tip accordingly to service. Regardless I tipped. But no one checked in on me once after my food was dropped off as you normally do in a restaurant.Would come back but they need to upgrade their salsas and chips and use a little more salt.

Love this place great authentic Mexican at a great price. And the food is consistently AMAZING. If you have not tried Flaco's Tacos, I highly recommend giving them a shot!!