Velvet Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

1. Velvet Taco

9.0
1110 N State St, Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Near North Side · 120 tips and reviews

Graylyn R.Graylyn Roose: The chicken tikka tacos are my favorite, with the falafel tacos not far behind! Lots of space and great for groups, and a decent local beer selection too. What more could you want from a taco place?

Melissa D.Melissa Dagdagan: I really enjoyed the tikka chicken taco and the Cuban taco. Make sure to order a side of the elote.

Colin L.Colin Lee: Incredible taco; favorites included shrimp and grits and chicken tikka

Mercadito is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

2. Mercadito

8.3
108 W Kinzie St (btwn Clark St & LaSalle Blvd), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 249 tips and reviews

Chris B.Chris Broyles: Tacos and amazing mixolog worthy cocktails including The Little Market with pico piquin Read more.

OkimakOkimak: Can't go wrong with the tacos. I got the steak tacos and was not disappointed! ;o)

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Tacos are amazing!! Love the cucumber one and smoky Pablo!!

BIG & little's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

3. BIG & little's Restaurant

8.2
860 N Orleans St (btwn W Chestnut St & W Locust St), Chicago, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · Near North Side · 140 tips and reviews

Chris V.Chris Vamos: Truly a hidden gem of River North- definitely not what I expected. Gourmet food at fast food prices, reggae music, and a laid back atmosphere. It's amazing. Try the fish & chips and the fish tacos.

jenny r.jenny rock: Ahi Pokē taco is out of this world.

Andy D.Andy Dreyer: Fish taco was excellent! I also recommend the beer battered burger!

HUB 51 is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

4. HUB 51

8.4
51 W Hubbard St (at Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Near North Side · 251 tips and reviews

Alyssa M.Alyssa McFadden: Such interesting cuisine! Sushi and tacos are both great and delish!

Brooke F.Brooke Furniss: This is quickly becoming our go to restaurant. They have everything. The nachos are awesome! They are HUGE! A half order will feed 2. Tacos (fish or braised short rib) are great!

Duane G.Duane Golston: Get the Chicken Nachos , carrot Cake, Stake , Tacos and The Drinks

Seoul Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

5. Seoul Taco

8.2
738 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · River North · 21 tips and reviews

John S.John Shrimp: Mexican and Korean flavors to create a unique lineup of tacos, burritos, gogi bowls, quesadillas, and even nachos.

Mercedes N.Mercedes Nowinski: Steak tacos & those sweet potato waffle fries!!!

Ozzy N.Ozzy Noriega: Tried one of each meat tacos and they were delicious. Got an order of the kimchee fried rice and it was okay mostly because it was served basically cold... I would go back for everything else

True Food Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

6. True Food Kitchen

8.6
1 W Erie St, Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Near North Side · 36 tips and reviews

Sarah R.Sarah Ross Matteson: Absolutely obsessed with this place! Everything is so fresh and healthy. Lunch standouts: charred cauliflower appetizer, fish tacos and grilled chicken salad. Sweet potato pie for dessert. Open B/L/D.

CarlCarl: A hellish corporate dystopia. Delicious fish tacos and organic wines! Gluten free options to boot.

Kevin M.Kevin M. McNally, CMP: Fun, simple restaurant with healthy (GF) menu offerings. Loved the Fish Tacos, wine and noodle dishes. Staff is friendly and you will not leave hungry. Treat yourself!

Frontera Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

7. Frontera Grill

8.7
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 256 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Top Chef Master Rick Bayless wowed the judges with tongue tacos (beef). They sound scary but trust me you will love them.

Mody S.Mody Suarez: 3-4 hour wait but worth the wait. Food is exceptional ceviche trio is on point with flavor, tortilla soup is very good, chips an salsa not bad at all, chicken tacos al carbon were very tasty. 2 be con

Margaret C.Margaret Czeisler: Love the catfish tacos, yucatan ceviche & shishito peppers!

Flaco's Tacos is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

8. Flaco's Tacos

7.1
46 E Chicago Ave (at N Rush St), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Near North Side · 58 tips and reviews

Heather W.Heather Williams: The steak and chicken tacos are both delicious. They're one of my favorite places for tacos!

Stephanie D.Stephanie DeDecker: Perfect Friday lunches: tacos and margs

Dan G.Dan Grossman: Great vegan taco. Not just peppers and onions.

Barrio is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

9. Barrio

7.9
65 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL
Lounge · Near North Side · 16 tips and reviews

Scott S.Scott Sachnoff: Try Bodega around the corner at 355 N. Clark for churros, tacos & drinks to go (5 seats.)

Amanda R.Amanda Rella: Trendy spot for Mexican food. Steak tacos are delicious, mushroom tacos are a little too rich.

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Party in the bathroom with the disco ball!Jokes aside, the food here is delish. Octopus & pork belly tacos are cooked to perfection. Love the array of guac & salsas. Can’t go wrong with the cocktails

LYFE Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

10. LYFE Kitchen

8.2
413 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Restaurant · Near North Side · 87 tips and reviews

Libby O.Libby O'Dell: Fish tacos are fantastic!

JasonJason: I had Mahi Fish Tacos on my first visit. I went back the next day for lunch and had the Mushroom Flatbread and it great too. I highly recommend Lyfe Kitchen.

Madeline G.Madeline Gullett: One of my fav places to eat. They have tons of vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, and healthy options that everyone will love. They're vegan tacos are so good!

3rd Coast Cafe & Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

11. 3rd Coast Cafe & Wine Bar

8.7
1260 N Dearborn St (at W Goethe St), Chicago, IL
Café · Gold Coast · 84 tips and reviews

Adrian G.Adrian Galli: Try the Diablo's Tacos. Ultra traditional and very good.

John V.John Visto: Top notch Mexican steak and eggs with tortillas for breakfast tacos. Great local cafe with diverse menu.

Devin H.Devin Hughes: Breakfast tacos are very good, good coffee. Friendly service to boot.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

12. Chipotle Mexican Grill

8.0
1166 N State St (State & Division), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Near North Side · 14 tips and reviews

Todd C.Todd Carpenter: The guacamole taco is my favorite secret menu item.

TheOutOfTownerTheOutOfTowner: Got the tacos - had one of each. Chicken, porn, beef. The pulled pork taco was the best. A fast casual place yet has nice seating, spacious and is one you could spend a little time at. Drinks help!

gene s.gene stovicek: Its chipotle! No tips necessary; you either love it or you have some sort of genome defect.

El Hefe is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

13. El Hefe

7.3
15 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL
Bar · Near North Side · 9 tips and reviews

Jeff B.Jeff Buckley: Tacos of all types!

Jeff B.Jeff Buckley: fish and duck - not together! tacos are great

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Best nachos I have ever had! The chips are super light & the toppings are top notch! Get the chicken or pork on top. Bulldog margarita (margarita topped off with a beer)is a MUST! Tacos are tasty too!

Broken English Taco Pub is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

14. Broken English Taco Pub

6.7
1400 N Wells St (Wells/Schiller), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Old Town · 12 tips and reviews

Allan W.Allan White: The tacos and service are incredible. Beer of the month is #3Floyds #AlphaKing only $3.

Alejandro C.Alejandro Cubero: I had shrimp tacos and it was great!

Julia M.Julia McKay: Amazing brunch! Bottomless for $15 and no time limit. The Carne Asada tacos are delicious

Hopsmith Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in Near North Side, Chicago.

15. Hopsmith Tavern

7.9
15 W Division St, Chicago, IL
Pub · Near North Side · 33 tips and reviews

Juliana A.Juliana Adib: Great tacos, specially the beef ones... Don't miss the Tuesday taco!

Autumn C.Autumn Choi: Good specials like 1/2 off wine on Thursdays. Brunch & non-brunch food is delicious, especially the tacos & wings. Service can be slow at times.

C R.C Rey: Good food. Good beer. Nice sports bar environment on the 2nd level. On nice days it almost feels like you're sitting outside.