“The results have been stunning with street tacos that burst with flavor. Pastor is the house speciality, but everything is worth a try. And the ceviche and flan are also top notch.”
“The tacos al pastor are a must, with tender bits of pork finding their match in creamy avocado salsa, sweet pineapple and flecks of cilantro.” (Best Mexican Restaurants in Chicago)
“When he’s not whipping up some of the best French food in the city as chef-owner of Le Bouchon, Oliver Poilevey is in the trenches alongside chef and partner Marcos Ascencio (NoMI, Guildhall, Bar Lupo), serving some of the city’s best Mexican fare at this Bucktown taqueria.”
“The daily specials really run the gamut, with such creations as a banh mi pork belly taco. We’ve gone fairly bonkers for the duck confit taco with crisp duck skin, date purée, and oranges…The food gets a 10 for creativity…” (Chicago Magazine’s list for Best New Restaurants)
“The menu has a rotating selection of about 12 tacos that we fantasize about the way we check Zillow for listings…And some (but not all) of the tacos sell out faster than a three-bedroom with a new roof and a working fireplace in a good school district.” (8.8/10 Rating)
“Poilevey's secret weapon is partner Marcos Ascencio, a veteran of several local restaurants. The two combine their Mexican and French skills, creating items like vegetarian al pastor.”
“On opening day at Taqueria Chingón in Bucktown, the restaurant went through 40 pounds of steak and 70 pounds of pork al pastor; the demand exceeded expectations as they sold out of food”
