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El Gallo de Oro Restaurant
2952 W 63rd St
Chicago, IL 60629-2754
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#1,951 of 4,512 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: Mexican
  • Price range*: $5-$15
  • Neighborhood: Midway Airport
  • Address: 2952 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629-2754
  • Phone:  773-737-8101
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
San Francisco
Apr 11, 2006

I've searched for years to find a place like el Gallo. There is no comparison... the burritos are excellent (even when a veggie gets an all-steak one by accident). But, you must be sure to love your burrito and never use a fork or knife on these beauties. And try the chips with a side order of sour cream. Ah,... more

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New York, NY
Mar 4, 2005
2/3 found this review helpful

This place is a legend with generations of University of Chicago students. Good, cheap mexican food that somehow tastes best around 3 in the morning. The burritos are unbelievable. Check it out. more

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El Gallo de Oro Restaurant Address

2952 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629-2754
Tel: 773-737-8101
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