Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are The Orange Line, Aster Hall and Blackwood BBQ, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale places for tacos in Chicago. Top-rated tacos spots at the right price.
Chicago's Upscale Tacos Destinations
Chicago’s culinary landscape offers a sophisticated twist on traditional street food with this curated selection of upscale taco destinations. These vibrant eateries elevate the experience through premium ingredients and refined techniques, showcasing a diverse range of flavors from bold regional spices to the fresh seafood specialties at Shaw's Crab House. This collection provides the perfect roadmap for diners seeking a polished atmosphere and creative Mexican-inspired fare in the heart of the city.
29 restaurants in Best Upscale Tacos in Chicago | Top Upscale Spots
- The Orange Line · rated 4/5: American.
- Aster Hall · rated 4/5: American.
- Blackwood BBQ · rated 4/5: American.
- Cafe Con Leche · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Diego · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- La Pharmacie · rated 3/5: French.
- Two Mile Coffee Bar. Co: American.
- Grand Lux Cafe: American.
- Big Wig Tacos & Burritos: Mexican.
- Sushi-san: Japanese.
- Asadito: Mexican.
- Seoul Taco: Korean.
- Antique Taco: Mexican.
- Señoritas Cantina: Mexican.
- Shaw's Crab House: Seafood.
- Penelope's Vegan Taqueria: Mexican.
- Blackwood BBQ: American.
- Roanoke Restaurant: American.
- Recess: American.
- Tacombi: Mexican.
- Blue Agave: Mexican.
- Taquería Chingón: Mexican.
- Ahuevo: Mexican.
- Burrito Beach: Mexican.
- Carnitas Uruapan Restaurant: Mexican.
- Seoul Taco: Korean.
- Taco Pro's: Mexican.
- Pepe's Mexican Restaurant: Mexican.
- Jerk Taco Man: Mexican.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
