La Biznaga 2

Pleasantly surprised by this kind of hole in the wall place. We went for lunch during the week and it was very empty. We got table chips which were good, but the table salsa and salsa bottles were all a little too spicy for me so it would've been nice to have something more mild as an option. We split an asada burrito and a campechano torta. Both of them were reallllly good. I think I liked burrito more, but it was definitely bigger, more filling, and more expensive so if I were coming for lunch alone, I'd probably go with the torta, which was also really yummy, but had a little less meat and other fillings.

My friend and I stopped in for lunch and loved the experience! The shrimp taco was our favorite, with a delicious sriracha mayo on top! We loved the variety of salsas they had, and our server was very attentive. We will definitely be back to try other menu items soon!

My favorite taco place in the city, the meat is always so tender and yummy. The spice is amazing and the salsa is fire. Got the guacamole, that was yummy as well. Tiny little shop but serves well!

A great casual mexican place with great prices! The service is fast and accommodating and the food was very tasty. I got the asada armageddon tacos, the pescado tacos, and the cameron crazy tacos. The asada tacos were good but underwhelming but the pescado and shrimp tacos were both delicious. The shrimp tacos were my favorite - the shrimp were cooked perfectly and the siracha mayo was delicious and paired really well with the shrimp. The pescado tacos were similarly perfectly cooked and the flavors were top notch. The tacos themselves were soft and tasty!

La Biznaga is my under the radar taco spot that has the right price for high quality food. And the service is unparallel to other spots I have been to. You won't be disappointed as it covers all aspects from different kinds of proteins and even not meat offerings.

First time trying, and the birria IS GOOD. We'll definitely try again.In addition to the birria, we had the nopales, lengua (tongue), and abuella's bistec tacos. Also the pico and queso with chips. Yum.Horchata was good as well.

My favorite Mexican joint in Chicago. I've been coming here regularly every week or two for the past few months. This place is solidly consistent and the quality of the food never disappoints. Tacos and horchata are the highlight for me here - I've never had a bad taco. Their tostada and tortas are delicious as well. Their salsas are homemade and I've even bought pints home because I enjoy them so much. Even without the salsa the meats on their tacos are flavorful enough as is. They have taco Tuesday deals so don't miss out! Once you come try it, the food will speak for itself.

Can't say enough good things about this family owned restaurant! Such personal service, excellent chips and amazing salsa and best tacos I have had since living in Arizona! Will be back!!

I don't say this a lot, or really much at all, but the people at La Biznaga 2 are family. I've been with them since their 1st location on Pulaski and to see how much their business has glowed up is nothing short of incredible. From just a husband and wife/cook and server duo comes this massive staff of hardworking individual which makes what we know today as this lovely Mexican restaurant in East Lakeview. Their new space is huge compared to #1. Tons of seats to dine in, a lot of beautiful decoration that highlights the rich culture and heritage of everything that is Mexico, and a revised food menu that continues to capture the alluring looks and flavors of the Biznaga that I came to love many years ago.To start off, you will get a complimentary basket of tortilla chips with the house-made salsa de molcajete that is simply to die for. I mean, no other salsa elsewhere can compare, in my opinion. The greatest tasting salsa I've ever had. For entrees, we ordered the carne asada tostadas and carne/pollo fajitas. For just tostadas, these guys load these things up with as much meat as they possibly can. It's almost like an art. You really get the most of what you pay for. Same with the fajitas, I mean everything came out steaming and absolutely tasty that I honestly wish the dish never ended.It was so lovely getting to see the owners again, and to have them recognize me after all these years was such a warm feeling. This place has always helped me feel seen and wanted, and to have that with a warm inviting restaurant that serves the best type of Mexican food in the city. Period.Much love to Biznaga-- they deserve all the praise they've been getting, all the success they've had so far, and everything that has yet to come. Much love.

I've eaten her countless times and will continue to go for some of the best, authentic, flavorful food one can find in Chicago. The chef is from Jalisco, MX, and his recipes remind me of my mom's who is also from Jalisco. The roasted hot sauce from the molcajete is ridiculous along with the chorizo and cheese appetizer. It's sizzling hot and such a generous portion. Oh and the warm authentic tortilla chips- damn! Lastly, Esperanza is one of my favorite servers. She's is an absolute gem! She's kind, helpful, great conversationalist, and has such a beautiful nurturing energy. So cute! Reminds me of home. She's on top of everything from the moment we walk in, to the moment we leave. I love this place too much!