Chicago’s Beloved Birrieria Zaragoza Suddenly Closes After 18 Years—Here's How You Can Help Save It

If you haven’t visited Birrieria Zaragoza in Archer Heights , you won’t be able to for some time. This casual [Mexican restaurant](https://restaurantclicks.com/chicago/best-mexican-restaurants-chicago/), located on the west side of Pulaski between 48th and 49th, is one of the beloved dining spots in Chicago. The family-owned eatery has a small menu, but each dish is spectacular, especially its birria, a braised goat stew, the quesabirria, and their consommé. Unfortunately, this long-standing Mexican restaurant that has served the Chicago community is now asking for help. According to Block Club Chicago, Birrieria Zaragoza has had to close its Archer Heights location indefinitely due to a stove fire that caused damage to the building housing the popular restaurant. To assist in reopening Birrieria Zaragoza , the owners have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover payroll and ongoing expenses, giving them a chance to rebuild. > For nearly 18 years, my family has poured everything into this restaurant. They’ve rarely taken a paycheck, instead choosing to invest back into the team, the food, and the community. Birrieria Zaragoza has proudly supported charitable events, disaster relief efforts, and immigration reform because giving back is part of who we are.” > If this restaurant has ever meant something to you, if you’ve shared a meal with us, if you’ve felt at home here, if you believe in supporting people who’ve spent their lives supporting others, we humbly ask you to help us through this time. You can donate to the GoFundMe campaign here. Source: https://secretchicago.com/birrieria-zaragoza-archer-heights-closes-after-fire/