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Address: 1801 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: (773) 254-6446
Website: https://carniceriamaribel.site/
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Carniceria Maribel
Reservation. 1801 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608, United States Phone: +17732546446 Sunday 09:00–22:00 Monday 09:00–22:00 Tuesday 09:00–22:00 Wednesday 09:00 …
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Family owned Carniceria, Taqueria, Liquor Store operating in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago since 1990. Come see us at 1801 W Cermak rd
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Details ; . 100% recommend (9 Reviews) ; . Closed now ; . 1801 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL, United States, 60608 …
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Bryant Villanueva
Mhm, I’ve been coming here for six years now. That speaks volume. $5 taco de asada is worth it. Life is too short for bad food. I’ve seen this place go from 10minute wait to 30/40 minute wait. That is saying something. Nd I will wait everytime, if I have the time. Food is consistent and always hits the spot. My favorite taco spot in Chicago hands down. The owner Alex is an outstanding guy. Much love nd respect for what he has here. A gem.
… moreJohnny Novo
My beef with the New York City taco scene is biblical. I’m so tired of paying $5+ for a one bite taco. It’s against the whole ethos of the taco. The humble taco has its beginnings as a street food meant to feed workers, families, and travelers at an accessible price. Walk into a Tacombi today and they look you dead in the eye and charge you $5.99 for a tiny chicken tinga taco. What has happened to the great and powerful taco?
I know I’m probably being dramatic, as no one else I talk to gets this emotional charged over Taco-gate like I do, but I can’t help how I feel.
All this to say, I approached Carniceria Maribel in Chicago ready for my hope to be restored. I had no idea Chicago had such a large Mexican population, but that’s why traveling is the best thing ever. You learn so much in such a short period of time.
As we entered, my dopamine receptors began to flood when I realized this taco spot was in the back of a liquor store. This is how you know a spot is gonna go crazy. I felt like I was back in a hole in the wall taco in Puerto Vallarta.
As we approached the menu I couldn’t believe my eyes. All tacos (Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Chorizo, Ribeye, Lengua, Carnitas, Pollo, & Beef) were $4.99. Damn. I mean it wasn’t Tacombi prices, but I was expecting $3.99 max. Are tacos everywhere just cooked?
I put in my order for 5 tacos, sat at one of the 8 metal chairs, and began to spiral. “Maybe the affordable taco that I grew up on in the US is just gone…”
After about a 10 minute wait, our names were called. My eyes LIT up when I saw these gargantuan tacos. My first thought was “omg there’s no way I’m going to finish these.”
Each taco was served with two thick, handmade corn tortillas with a large surface area STUFFED with meat. At least double the size of a taco I had come to expect in NYC. It was a bigger serving per taco than the $11 burrito from Los Burritos Juarez in Brooklyn. Just when I thought all hope was lost, the good Lord threw me a life raft.
These tacos were PHENOMENAL. SENSATIONAL. My favorites were easily the chorizo and the carne Asada. My goodness. Steam coming out and juices dropping on every bite, with a distinct flavor that reminded me of my favorite taco spots in San Diego. I’m getting hungry at my desk at 7:34am just thinking about these things. I will GLADLY pay $4.99 for this taco.
As we were getting up to leave, I saw them making a few burritos and became rushed with regret that I didn’t get one. If I had to do it over, I would have got 1 chorizo taco, 1 carne asada taco, and a carne asada burrito… but hindsight is always 20/20.
Shoutout to Rob Martinez for the rec. A Rob Martinez rec has never let me down. If Rob Martinez has no fans, I am long gone.
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… moreI know I’m probably being dramatic, as no one else I talk to gets this emotional charged over Taco-gate like I do, but I can’t help how I feel.
All this to say, I approached Carniceria Maribel in Chicago ready for my hope to be restored. I had no idea Chicago had such a large Mexican population, but that’s why traveling is the best thing ever. You learn so much in such a short period of time.
As we entered, my dopamine receptors began to flood when I realized this taco spot was in the back of a liquor store. This is how you know a spot is gonna go crazy. I felt like I was back in a hole in the wall taco in Puerto Vallarta.
As we approached the menu I couldn’t believe my eyes. All tacos (Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Chorizo, Ribeye, Lengua, Carnitas, Pollo, & Beef) were $4.99. Damn. I mean it wasn’t Tacombi prices, but I was expecting $3.99 max. Are tacos everywhere just cooked?
I put in my order for 5 tacos, sat at one of the 8 metal chairs, and began to spiral. “Maybe the affordable taco that I grew up on in the US is just gone…”
After about a 10 minute wait, our names were called. My eyes LIT up when I saw these gargantuan tacos. My first thought was “omg there’s no way I’m going to finish these.”
Each taco was served with two thick, handmade corn tortillas with a large surface area STUFFED with meat. At least double the size of a taco I had come to expect in NYC. It was a bigger serving per taco than the $11 burrito from Los Burritos Juarez in Brooklyn. Just when I thought all hope was lost, the good Lord threw me a life raft.
These tacos were PHENOMENAL. SENSATIONAL. My favorites were easily the chorizo and the carne Asada. My goodness. Steam coming out and juices dropping on every bite, with a distinct flavor that reminded me of my favorite taco spots in San Diego. I’m getting hungry at my desk at 7:34am just thinking about these things. I will GLADLY pay $4.99 for this taco.
As we were getting up to leave, I saw them making a few burritos and became rushed with regret that I didn’t get one. If I had to do it over, I would have got 1 chorizo taco, 1 carne asada taco, and a carne asada burrito… but hindsight is always 20/20.
Shoutout to Rob Martinez for the rec. A Rob Martinez rec has never let me down. If Rob Martinez has no fans, I am long gone.
IG @johnny.novo
Tiktok @jnov__
Substack @johnnynovo
kferm
Had this place on my list for a while and tried the steak and carnitas tacos. Both were very flavorful and freshly prepared. The steak was a little overcooked and there was a long wait this day (about an hour). So I won’t be rushing to come back. Staff was super nice though.
… moreLea Salvatore
This is exactly want you want out of a taco shop. Simple perfect huge tacos. Everything we tried was amazing! (Chorizo, pastor, carnitas, and carne asada tacos)
… moreJuan Sebastian Arias
Yummy! Casual taqueria in the back of a store, walk up, place your order then wait patiently for it to be ready. We got tacos de cecina, pastor and a torta de asada. Todo muy rico! Y porciones grandes.
… moreGaby Lopez
Honestly, the taco is delicious. Very good seasoning and meat. The service they do take a long time I didn’t see them put in the raw meat then I would understand that you know it’s cooking so it takes longer. I think they grill the meat in the morning. They probably chop it up and then reheat it, which is not bad cause the meat was really delicious, but they do have to work on being a little faster.
… moreKamara Turner
The food at Carniceria Maribel was phenomenal. I ordered the 3 carne asada tacos dinner, and it did not disappoint. The meat was juicy, tender, and made the order. The rice was also a nice touch. The beans were typical but very good as well. I’m not sure this is a “hidden gem” anymore because it blew up on TikTok but I definitely think more people should know about this place! I will be back.
… moreKevin Terrell
I really appreciated the fresh ingredients. The carne asada tacos dinner plate was a banger! This was my first time here, and I was truly impressed. I’ll definitely be returning.
… moreashton vaughn
CARNICERIA MARIBEL’S HAS THE BEST TACOS I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE.
I frequent this spot EVERY WEEK multiples a week & I cannot stop going. Everything is on point. Everything is always fresh, everything is reasonably priced. I love the small business ambiance that this location provides as well.
I personally recommend the Steak Tacos. 100/10
To top it all off, YES the salsa is just as amazing.
Maribel’s is also a one stop shop for grocery, beverages & spirits.
Many thanks to the team over at Maribel’s.
I can’t say enough about this business. I have always felt welcome. I will continue to praise Maribel’s for the incredible food and great customer service as well as recommend consumers to experience Maribel’s for themselves.
Unrelated to the food, Maribel’s also has one of the greatest murals in the city. Top 3 in my opinion.
… moreI frequent this spot EVERY WEEK multiples a week & I cannot stop going. Everything is on point. Everything is always fresh, everything is reasonably priced. I love the small business ambiance that this location provides as well.
I personally recommend the Steak Tacos. 100/10
To top it all off, YES the salsa is just as amazing.
Maribel’s is also a one stop shop for grocery, beverages & spirits.
Many thanks to the team over at Maribel’s.
I can’t say enough about this business. I have always felt welcome. I will continue to praise Maribel’s for the incredible food and great customer service as well as recommend consumers to experience Maribel’s for themselves.
Unrelated to the food, Maribel’s also has one of the greatest murals in the city. Top 3 in my opinion.
Jeremy Cadiz
I’ve been here a few times before and this place never fails to make a good meal. Everything is made to order so while you will have to wait a bit, it is definitely worth it.
Totally recommend chatting up the people at the register to pass the time. The place has such a happy vibe that will make waiting for your order enjoyable. Also check out at the Selena mural outside the Carniceria and pay proper homage.
I had a carne asada and a chicken taco. The tacos are pretty big compared to other taquerias in town, so you definitely get what you paid for! Both were made perfectly.
Keep up the good work! Ya volveré pronto!
… moreTotally recommend chatting up the people at the register to pass the time. The place has such a happy vibe that will make waiting for your order enjoyable. Also check out at the Selena mural outside the Carniceria and pay proper homage.
I had a carne asada and a chicken taco. The tacos are pretty big compared to other taquerias in town, so you definitely get what you paid for! Both were made perfectly.
Keep up the good work! Ya volveré pronto!