El Paisa Alegre #2 El Original — Restaurant in Wheeling Township

El Pasisa Alegre #2 is a hidden gem on the far northwest side that offers an authentic Mexican taqueria experience. The moment you step inside, you're transported to a whole new world of flavors and aromas that you won't forget anytime soon. From the beautifully presented three-taco dinner with Cecina, El pastor, and barbacoa, to the fresh vegetables, cooked meats, and steaming tortillas, every detail of the experience is thoughtfully crafted to delight your senses and satisfy your hunger. As someone who's no stranger to the culture and regional gastronomy of Mexico, I was thoroughly impressed by the quality and authenticity of the food. The barbacoa was a standout, evoking memories of small establishments I frequented deep in the city back in the 1990s. The El-Pastor was equally delicious, with just the right amount of seasoning and pineapple on the spit. Cecina, usually a bit tough, was cooked to perfection – tender and flavorful, like warm jerky. The rice and beans were also noteworthy, with each bite bursting with flavor and texture. And if you're a fan of chorizo and Tripitas tacos, like my wife, then you'll be pleased to know that they're just as delicious here as they are in Mexico. Overall, El Pasisa Alegre #2 is a must-try for anyone looking to experience the true flavors of Mexico. With its authentic atmosphere, thoughtful presentation, and delicious food, it's no wonder why it's a hidden gem that I can't stop...

Food was fantastic. Best $1.50 tacos in the world and I mean that. Taco tuesday is amazing. This place has some of the best Mexican style meats in the suburbs. Plus on Tuesdays all of the meat tacos are only a buck fifty which is insane. Is the service amazing and the atmosphere amazing. No. But the food is amazing for the price. I'm happy to spend 6 dollars on 4 high quality amazing tacos plus free chips and meat salsa. Super underrated gem that most people in the northern burbs don't know about. You can feast on amazing tacos for less than 10 bucks easily on taco tuesday. Beat value high quality tacos in the suburbs. Swallow you ego and meat and enjoy what this place has to offer for what it is. Highly recommend...

The reason for three stars is solemnly on the quality of the food, which is AMAZING. The waitress was RIDICULOUSLY uneducated and had no idea how to do her job. We ordered the most amazing meat by the pounds however, the waitress was unable to explain to us that it was an additional $7 per pound of meat if we ate within the establishment. I was shocked to see an $80 bill for 1.5 lbs of meat. I would go back only for take out, service is a -1! In addition to this, the waiter started screaming at us and at the owner saying that there are cameras and that we could rewind them and see that she told us. We all had an absolutely delicious meal, but a terrible experience with the...