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Cafe El Tapatio


Cafe El Tapatio
3400 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60657-1331
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#141 of 4,449 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: Mexican
  • Price range*: $1-$20
  • Neighborhood: Uptown/Ravenswood
  • Recommended For: Outdoor seating
  • Address: 3400 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-1331
  • Phone:  (773) 327-5475
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“delicious mexican with...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 7, 2008

delicious mexican with lots of menu options! more

“I miss living around the...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 23, 2008

I miss living around the corner from the Tapatio!! Best Mexican food in the world, my favorite salsa in the city! more

“Yummy magarita's...great...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 4, 2008

Yummy magarita's...great outdoor patio! more

“It was ok but not great...”
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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 14, 2008

It was ok but not great. I have to go once more before I give it thumbs up or thumbs down. more

“One of my favorite...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 7, 2008

One of my favorite Mexican places in the city. Fun, cozy dining room but so-so, sometimes rushed service. more

“Good enchiladas...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 5, 2008

Good enchiladas, pleasant outdoor dining area in warm weather. The aztecca soup pretty much rocks. more

“lil dive with great food”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 27, 2007

lil dive with great food more

“Hands down favorite...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 26, 2007

Hands down favorite Mexican restaurant in the city. more

“Awesome food everytime...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 18, 2007

Awesome food everytime. Rolls Royce Margarita and Champanero are the best! more

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Cafe El Tapatio Address

3400 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-1331
Tel: (773) 327-5475
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.