Juicy tacos al pastor, carne asada and cecina on fresh tortillas, big burritos, tortas and a cold horchata — on Chicago Avenue in Humboldt Park.
Taco El Jalisciense is a family taqueria at 2859 W Chicago Ave. Regulars come back for the al pastor and steak tacos, well-seasoned meats, rice and beans, and aguas frescas made in house.
Quick service, free parking and an owner who knows his customers by name. Catering available — just ask.
From our menu board. Ask about today’s specials.
Marinated pork with onion and cilantro.
Steak.
Marinated steak.
Mexican sausage.
Beef tongue.
Rib-eye with onions.
Tilapia.
Asada, pastor and a stuffed pepper, with rice, beans and salad.
Char-broiled steak with shrimp.
Steak with an enchilada on top.
Packed with steak and fresh toppings.
Asada, pollo, pastor, chorizo or plain.
Scrambled eggs with Mexican sausage.
With tomato, onion and peppers.
Shrimp soup.
Chicken soup.
Rice water.
Menu names from our printed menu. Prices confirmed at pickup.
Photos from our guests.
Juicy and full of flavor.
With fresh cilantro and onion.
Made for sharing.
Tacos by the dozen.
A few themes that come up again and again in Google reviews.
Regulars call it one of the best taco spots in Chicago — carne asada and al pastor always on point.
Guests say the owners are down to earth and treat everyone like family.
Horchata, lemonade and aguas frescas hit the spot after a little spice.
2859 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
| Monday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 8 PM per Google and listings; weekend hours not listed — call to confirm.
Order pickup right here and pay when you collect it — or call ahead.
★ Ordering direct skips the delivery-app commission, so your whole order supports Taco El Jalisciense.