RESTAURANT NAME: Big Star

CITY, COUNTRY: Wicker Park – Chicago, IL
USA

CUISINE: Tacos

BEST FOR: Groups

RECOMMENDED DAY AND TIME TO VISIT: A sunny
summer weekend afternoon (for sprawling patio seating) or a late
Saturday winter night for a casual meal with friends.

AVERAGE PRICE PER P/MEAL: Cash only, $12-$20 +
drinks (they have a Bible of whiskeys ranging from $6-$25)

ATMOSPHERE: Boisterous and casual, but
trendy

AVERAGE WAITING TIME FOR MEAL: 45 minutes to an
hour to sit, 5 to 10 minutes for food

BEST STARTERS: The Queso Fundido, salty melted
cheese garnished with herbs and house-made chorizo served with
fresh tortillas (but also excellent with tortilla chips).

BEST MAINS: Taco al pastor – grilled pineapple
and cilantro provided a burst of flavour alongside soft, juicy spit
roasted pork shoulder. Tostada de hongos, or stewed mushrooms,
comes with goat cheese and summer greens.

BEST DESSERTS: No dessert on the menu.

WHAT DOES THE DRINK MENU OFFER: A never-ending
list of whiskeys, tequila, local beers and staff draft selections,
and classic cocktails including margaritas (which you can get in a
pitcher for $37).

DO YOU NEED TO BOOK A TABLE: You can’t

WHO GOES THERE? Young Chicagoans looking for a
fun and cheap dinner and foodies following the ventures of chef
Paul Kahan.

OVERALL IMPRESSION: Happening and fun late
night taco joint with great drinks.

WHERE IS IT? 1531 N Damen, Chicago, IL 60622,
+1 (773) 235-4039, bigstarchicago.com