Posted in Illinois
March 11, 2017
There’s Nothing Better Than This Mouthwatering Taco Trail In Illinois
Though Illinois isn’t known for its Mexican food nationwide, we Illinoisans know that our state boasts some amazing food from our neighbor to the south. We love all types of Mexican food, but it’s tacos that have us wanting to drive all over the state to find the best of the best. We’ve made an Illinois taco trail with eats that are downright dreamy!
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You truly cannot go wrong at this beloved spot in the Chicago suburbs. The tacos pictured, Tacos de Cangrejo, are filled with lump crab meat and avocado smash. Yum!
410 W. State Street, Geneva
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410 W. State Street, Geneva
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Visit this location or any of their three others in the Quad Cities for a delicious Mexican meal. Stop in at lunch time for great prices!
3939 16th Street, Moline
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3939 16th Street, Moline
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Taking inspiration from his mother's cooking, this restaurant's Mexican-American owner brings incredible tacos to locals. If you're having trouble deciding what to order, get the El Trio Tacos - one chicken, one ground beef, and one shredded beef taco.
4387 Venture Drive, Peru
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4387 Venture Drive, Peru
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A favorite of college students in the area, this taco spot is quick, inexpensive, and authentic. Tuesdays are the best days to stop in, because the special of the day is amazing: two tacos, rice, beans, and a drink for $6.99.
901 N. Main Street, Bloomington
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901 N. Main Street, Bloomington
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This restaurant has been serving up amazing Mexican food for the past 10 years. Check their Facebook page for daily deals, and try to go when the carne asada tacos are on special.
230 Broadway Avenue, Mattoon
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230 Broadway Avenue, Mattoon
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With locations in both O'Fallon and Edwardsville, Western Illinois is doubly lucky to have this hidden gem. Taco Tuesday, anyone?
1222 Central Park Drive, O'Fallon
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1222 Central Park Drive, O'Fallon
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Locals may come to this spot for the drink specials, but they stay for the tacos! They're open until 2:00 AM seven days a week, and of course, tacos are on the late night menu.
119 N. Washington Street, Carbondale
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119 N. Washington Street, Carbondale
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What is your favorite taco joint in Illinois? Let us know in the comments.
If you just can’t get enough, here are 10 Places To Get Tacos That Are Out Of This World Good In Illinois!