Kristin Gordon
Ordered take out today. They had it ready for me in 10 minutes. They keep it in a cooler to make sure it’s still hot when you pick it up, and mine was still hot. The food is delicious, I got the 3 Taco Dinner with steak. I asked for sour cream and cheese on the side, which they obliged. The asada was moist and flavorful. The lady at the register is so sweet. Thank you so much!
… moreAmber Gray-Kurz
When I entered the restaurant, I was greeted immediately. The person that took my order was extremely nice. She quoted 10 minutes to make the food, but it was done before that. It appeared to be a mostly a takeout location as there are just a few small tables. As I got my food and was leaving the rest of the staff gave me a farewell. I took the food back to my hotel which was just around the corner. The tortillas were obviously homemade. I got the taco meal and ordered the Asada, Pastor, & Chicken taco. Honestly, as far as seasoning I couldn’t tell a huge difference between them but they were all delicious. I also got chips and salsa. I don’t usually like green salsa but I loved theirs. It was very well balanced and had a lot of developed flavors. I could have made a meal out of just the chips and salsa.
… moreLorenzo Hernandez
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AUTHENTIC TACO
If you’re looking for real-deal flavor that hits from the very first bite, AUTHENTIC TACO here in Elk Grove Village absolutely lives up to its name. This spot delivers true Mexican comfort food with bold, rich flavors and generous portions.
The quesabirrias are the star of the show — crispy, cheesy, perfectly stuffed, and served with a deeply flavorful consommé that’s made for dipping. Every bite is packed with tender, juicy meat and that irresistible crunch that keeps you coming back for more. These are hands-down some of the best quesabirrias around.
The gorditas are just as impressive. Thick, fluffy, and cooked to perfection, they’re filled generously and seasoned exactly right. You can taste the care and tradition in every bite — simple, hearty, and incredibly satisfying.
Beyond the food, the overall vibe is welcoming and unpretentious, the kind of place where the focus is on quality, flavor, and keeping things authentic. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or bringing friends along to feast, AUTHENTIC TACO is a must-visit.
If you’re craving authentic Mexican food done right, this spot should be at the top of your list.
… moreSavvyShopper
Doesn’t get more authentic then this restaurant. The food is fresh, juicy, hot and seasoned so well. The prices are reasonable and the serving size matches. If you’re not a fan of spicy, the green sauce is good otherwise the red one is fire.
… moreDalia Hamad
This was the best tacos I’ve ever had. Seasoned perfectly. The portions were massive and the staff was amazing. It was my first time here so they gave me a drink on the house. 10/10 experience. Will be coming by. This is definitely a hidden gem!
… moreGregory Gregg
Best Mexican food in the area period. Amazing and kind people make the food here, they make the food with love. Generous portions, great prices and the sauces are killer. Highly recommend any art piece with al pastor or asada!
… moreDK
This might be my new mexican spot.
I originally came here because on the picture, it was showing $8.99 for 3 taco dinner, and I wanted to grab a cheap lunch.
Well, now it’s actually $13.00 plus tax, and I got horchata, it almost came out $20, but it was so worth it.
It was one the most well seasoned tacos I have had, every bite was just popping with umami and flavor. Plus, they have this orange color salsa, it was spicy but punchef with really good flavor.
I got steak, pork, and chorizo, and all of them were really good. It gets packed and busy during lunch hour, a lot of pick-up orders, too. There are not many seats inside the restaurant, so be aware.
It’s definitely worth a trip for my lunch break from work. Can’t wait to try their burrito or tortas now.
… moreShaley Valentine
This place is fantastic. And I will definitely come back if I am in the area again. The staff were extremely helpful in helping us choose what to order, and while we were debating on what to order, we were offered to try a taco each on the house. Fantastic flavors in the tacos (chicken and quesabirria) and large portions compared to other taco shops I’ve been to. Even the rice and pinto beans have a ton of flavor.
… moreLexus Robinson
When I say this place is delicious . Had my first Birria they were more than I expected. Authentic Mexican food. The nachos were wonderful as well! Staff was super nice & helpful, overall experience A+++
… moreMichael Olcese
This is a very good taco shop! Their salsa is right, their pastor is on point and the steak and chicken are very good. Very few taco locations get 5 stars from me. 4 start is very good, to be clear.
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