Enjoy a delicious and authentic Mexican lunch at Taqueria La Zacatecana. This cozy eatery offers a delightful assortment of tacos, including their famously stuffed steak tacos, in a relaxed and welcoming setting. A perfect spot to savor a genuine taste of Mexico without the frills.

At Taqueria La Zacatecana, located on N California Ave in Chicago, you're greeted with the kind of heartening warmth you’d expect from your Abuela’s kitchen. The joint might be a little rough around the edges, but who cares when the food packs a punch! Dive headfirst into the generously stuffed steak tacos that redefine what you think you know about meat to tortilla ratios. And then, there’s the lengua torta—impossibly tender meat complemented by the fresh crunch of veggies and a zingy green salsa. The asada tacos kill it too, just as our wonderfully sweet waiter recommended. Careful with those salsas, though; they come with a kick. It's the kind of place where the locals gather for a reason, the familiar hum of Spanish hospitality in every corner. An under-the-radar gem that straddles authenticity and unpretentious charm masterfully.