Located in the Bucktown/Wicker Park neighborhoods at 1531 N. Damen in Chicago, Big Star may look like a really clean auto repair garage from the outside (with umbrella-ed tables and chairs in front), but it is an in demand hot spot in the Windy City. Serving a small but satifying and delicious Tex-Mex menu, coupled with a friendly service and reasonable prices, the only downside is the potential wait one might have to endure for a table.
Big Star makes four diverse and tasty tacos. At $2-3 each, it is easy to sample all during one visit. I recommend the Taco Al Pastor with marinated pork, pineapple, onion, and cilantro. For those wanting more of a kick, the Taco de Rajas de Poblano is at your service with a generous helping of roasted poblano peppers, a few spices, and queso de freir. (This is also a great vergetarian option.) If you are really hungry or have a large group, order the chips with guacamole and you will not be sorry. Also, if you are thinking of "ordering something light," don't order the Big Star Salad (Ensalada de Big Star); you'll be fed for a week's time!
The establishment also has an ample supply of tequila, whiskey, and beer to suit any pre-partying ideas you may have, also reasonably priced for the city by the lake. The bartenders have also created some tasty cocktails. You can never go wrong with the Big Star Margarita though!
Sergio del Limonar
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