Lito's Taco and Empanada House

4.6 ( 239 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
2460 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, United States
+1 773-857-1337

Lito's Taco and Empanada House has quickly made a name for itself in the heart of Chicago. Customers rave about its wide range of authentic Mexican fare, particularly the empanadas, which stand out for their flaky crust and flavorful fillings. Lindzi mentioned the highly recommended BBQ chicken and veggie empanadas, praising their light texture and robust flavors. Carole Sorensen echoed this sentiment, calling the empanadas "so tasty" and noting the friendly staff and prompt service.

While the tacos have received mixed reviews, the emphasis seems to lie on the empanadas and burritos. Joseph Ehrlich highlighted the generous portions, particularly with the loaded nachos and massive burritos, making it an excellent value for your money. Whitney Berry passionately shared her love for the burritos, especially the pastor and steak options, perfect for those who enjoy bold flavors.

In short, Lito's Taco and Empanada House promises not only delicious food but also a satisfying dining experience. Whether you choose to dine in or order to-go, you're bound to enjoy a delightfully flavorful journey through Mexican cuisine. Don't forget to try the empanadas; they’re the crowning glory of this delightful eatery!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments

Reviews For Lito's Taco and Empanada House

Lindzi
Jun 20,2025
Omg so good! My husband and I were craving tacos to get delivered and we couldn’t believe we found a place with tacos for only 2.75 plus empanadas and they were incredible! They delivered them with sooooo many sauces. They were all so flavorful and spicy! The only thing I didn’t like was the steak empanada which I knew I probably wouldn’t because of the raisins. It was too sweet for my taste. But the bbq chicken and veggie was incredible. The crust was so flaky and light. All in all, I can’t wait to order them again.
Carole Sorensen
May 28,2025
These empanadas were so tasty!! #6 was my favorite. Staff was so friendly and the food came out quickly, was also reasonably priced. Perfect for our Saturday afternoon snack. Menu attached!
Sara Sherrin
May 26,2025
The empanadas were so amazing. I came here on a Friday night and it wasn’t busy. The chorizo empanada was amazing and I will definitely be back for these. I also got the steak tacos which were ok but I wouldn’t get them again. Stick to the empanadas and you will love it.
Joseph Ehrlich
May 25,2025
This place was an amazing find! Huge portions for the price and food was amazing! The nachos and burritos are HUGE. The image I show is the nachos....they are LOADED and delicious. Amazing job to the chef. Definitely recommend this place to any Mexican lovers.
Whitney Berry
May 23,2025
My favorite place for burritos in Chi!! I actually love them so much. You can’t go wrong with the pastor or steak burritos. The flavors are unreal and it’s huge! I like to put the green sauce on it but be careful if you’re sensitive to spice. They have a lot of seating and service is usually pretty quick. I see many people order to-go; I like to dine in. I haven’t tried their empanadas yet. I’m sure they’re excellent though.
Jim Vitek
May 22,2025
Love when a place sucks to what they're great at. Lito's has fantastic empanadas, and the only other thing you can get here is a bottle drink. The empanadas were fresh, delicious, and economical (3/each). Highly recommend this place for a quick bite.
Giovanna Gonzalez
May 6,2025
Litos is finally open again we tried empanadas all over Chicago to get our fix while they were closed but the other places didn’t come close to how delicious the food is here. They re-opened and have much more seating now that they expanded. They also added some new additions to the menu like burritos and nachos. The chorizo empanada was my favorite. Welcome back to the neighborhood we’ve been waiting for you!
Natally Silva (Naty)
Apr 25,2025
The empanadas at this place are amazing! I ordered the Nutella with banana, and the spinach with cream cheese which were delicious. I really intend to try all the flavors, super recommend

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