Taqueria Vargas, Chicago

While Taqueria Vargas' interiors might be simple—a tiny kitchen and less than 10 tables onsite—the food is anything but. The taqueria's namesake handhelds are packed with authentic flavor, with toppings ranging from grilled cactus and mango pico de gallo to chorizo and Oaxaca cheese. Beyond tacos, the eatery also prepares breakfast specials like huevos con chorizo and other Tex-Mex eats, like burritos, enchiladas, and quesadillas.