La Chaparrita
4.3$· InexpensiveOpen now · until 9:00 PMIconic Little Village counter serving authentic specialty tacos and aguas frescas

Located inside a corner grocery store in Little Village, La Chaparrita is famous for its authentic Mexican street-style tacos. The eatery specializes in prized meats cooked on a sizzling flat-top grill, including crispy tripa, lengua, suadero, and cecina. Guests can complete their meal with a wide variety of freshly prepared aguas frescas and tepache.
Expert notes
- La Chaparrita is famous for flavorful tacos with varieties such as Chorizo, carne asada, Cabeza (head), Sesos (brain), and tripe. Freshly made sausages, al pastor, and tender Lengua (tongue) dishes are also La Chaparrita's specialties. Food is offered with Red, green, or habanero salsas.
Features
- Coffee Tea
- Tacos
- Take Outs
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