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Penelope’s Vegan Taqueria

Mexican Tacos, Fully Vegan

Worth ordering: #1 Tacos in Chicagonamed in 32 reviews

Try the soy al pastor, oat carnitas, or mushroom chimichurri tacos; several reviewers singled these out.

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Top tips

  • Good to know: If you order quesabirria or nachos, note that reviewers have criticized the tortillas and the texture or melting of the vegan cheese.
  • The taco dinner includes three pick-your-own tacos with rice and beans, and reviewers praised its generous portions.
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  • Consider the Pambazo Torta or another torta; one reviewer called the Pambazo their favorite, and another especially praised the torta with asada.
  • The dining room is small; consider making a reservation, especially for a busy visit.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Margaritanamed in 9 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Horchata

People also mention elote, agua fresca and chips and salsa.

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Also quesadilla, fries, burrito and chimichanga.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and good value.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere, affordable, attentive service, fast service and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This all-vegan taqueria serves tacos with soy al pastor, oat carnitas, asada, and mushroom chimichurri, alongside tortas, chimichangas, and taco dinners with rice and beans. Reviewers describe a small, brightly decorated dining room, quick and friendly service, and generous portions; the quesabirria and vegan cheese draw more mixed feedback than the tacos.

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230 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–21:00
Tuesday
12:00–21:00
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
12:00–21:00
Friday
12:00–21:00
Saturday
12:00–21:00
Sunday
12:00–20:00

the food

4.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
  • Good atmosphere
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Fully vegan

Everything on the menu is vegan.

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