La Taquiza

So happy to see this place in highland park! Food is on point! And service is great! Couldn't resist after Recommend Birria tacos, and guacamole

New Mexican food place in Highland Park (opened in 2024) specializing in tacos. It's really small with only 4 seats or so, but it makes it up in energetic atmosphere. Service is extremely friendly and they were patient answering my questions, such as what is a bomba taco (similar to Al Pastor, it has pineapple and chorizo). For my first visit, I only had 2 tacos, bomba and beef barbacoa. The wait was not short which I take as a good sign of freshness. The tacos were smaller than I anticipated but oh so delicious! Their spice level was just the right amount for me. On my next visit I will have to try the enchiladas.

La Taquiza Express opened last week, and today was a Grand Opening. It's good to see a restaurant in this recently vacated space, although it is small. It's more like a takeout place as there are only a few seats against the windows. I am not familiar with the other 3 locations (Northbrook, Winnetka, Glenview). I ordered the quesabirria, which was two cheesy, crisp tortillas folded in half and stuffed with beef brisket with a side of consommé. The beef was tender and juicy, the broth flavorful and just a little spicy (a little oily too). The elote I ordered was just ok. It was a generous portion but not very cheesy or spicy. This is a warm and friendly joint, although small, and I'd like to come back for brunch to try chilaquiles or other tacos.

Taco Tuesdays! I stumbled in to La Taquiza before an event in the neighborhood and was quite happy I did because it was Taco Tuesday and the tacos were $2. I ordered the tinga, pastor, and barbacoa. All were excellent. The rice and beans were a perfect pairing to the meal. The inside was smaller with a counter and stools so I wouldn't recommend for a large group to dine-in. Service was fast and pleasant. 10/10

Came for lunch and they've only been open for 2 weeks. The staff is genuinely friendly and attentive both in greeting and at the end of the meal. I tried the Hot Cheetos burrito and it was just the perfect meal size. It was filled to the brim with steak and yes, hot Cheetos! There was a decent size menu and so much I wanted to try.

Wow! Great little taco spot. Good for pickup or counter eat-in lunch/dinner. Authentic flavors. Specialize in steak, but have an excellent shrimp taco too. Awesome homemade hot sauces.

If this place is the same quality as the one in Glenview, then buckle up Highland Park... you're in for a treat! Enjoy!

Love this small new Mexican joint in Highland Park! Went for taco Tuesday, and really enjoyed trying a variety of their tacos and salsas. Their barbacoa was my favorite! They have a great taco Tuesday deal for $2 each. Was glad to see so many customers both ordering takeout and dining in. A great option for a quick and delicious meal!

A new take-out space from the same family as the Northbrook, Glenview, and Winnetka locations. There is seating along the windows if you need your fix immediately. Their al pastor is just great. And the birria tacos and consumé are chingón!

Food is really good, lots of vegetarian options. Great take out place. They also have delicious dessert if you care to indulge.