El Gallo Tapatio

 

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Keena T.

Chicago, IL

A little pricey for the greasy pile of food on my plate.
Good if you're looking for a 1am alternative to White Castles. I'd rather just spend the 10 minutes making my own tacos or quesadillas then waste my money here.

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Rena K.

Chicago, IL

Mmmmm good stuff! More authentic than your average Chipotle and slightly greasier! Really good chips and salsa.  I like the steak on anything!

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shannon o.

Alsip, IL

its the only semi  good food in the area unless you like chain stuff.
the staff is rude, well at least all the times i been there ( sober and drunk).   the food is  ok. little  much on price and little on food.

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Richard D.

Chicago, IL

We lived off this stuff in college. The greasiest spoons in town but the burritos are great. I recommend the steak burrito and the nachos covered in cheese and, of course, steak. Open 24 hours, but I would avoid Friday and Saturday nights if possible...lots of freaks!

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Matthew H.

Chicago, IL

Yo me gusta el gallo. Chorizo and egg burrito is the old standby, but after reading the other review, I'll have to try the pastor...

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Joe C.

Chicago, IL

This El Gallo on 111th is the best El Gallo.  As great at 2pm as it is at 2am.

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Al R.

Chicago, IL

Any of you old time south siders will remember back when El Gallo's on 63rd was THE ONLY game in town. Well, this one in Alsip is the original, relocated. A lot of familiar faces still working there, probably glad to be gone from the original 63rd location, which has morphed into an abomination in a high crime neighborhood, with bastard burritos that cause their fathers embarrassment.
I love this place. Taste the same as it did 20 years ago. The red sauce and "chop" sauce is worth a visit alone. eat in and gorge on chips and salsa, and take your unfinished burrito or taco home.
Steak is standard goodness here, but my favorite has got to be the Al Pastor(marinated pork). I guess most might not consider this "authentic" It is excellent in flavor. I've had other Al Pastor, with the onions and pineapple still in the meat. I'd rather have it this way---the end result. Leave whatever it is marinated in at home. Have it with cilantro and onions.
the chorizo is also exceptional. Have it plain(without eggs) in a burrito or taco. It is the GREASIEST meat known to man, but also the best tasting. Probably 5000 calories.....but what a way to go.
I frequently carry out huge 44 ounce cups of both salsas for weekends or parties. people will rave.

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