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Broken English Taco Pub - Lake Street, Chicago, IL

Broken English Taco Pub - Lake Street

4.7 (706)
$31 to $50
Mexican
75 E Lake St, Chicago, IL 60601

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2 people
23:30
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
From the minds of Adolfo Garcia (Son of a Butcher, Pearl Tavern) and long-time restaurateur, Phil Stefani, comes Broken English Taco Pub. Located on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Lake Street, Broken English is steps away from Millennium Park, and in the center of the new vibrant hotel and residential area.

On the name, Garcia says, “I speak English with my friends, and I often find myself mixing in Spanish words because there are some phrases that simply don’t translate to English. This happens in many other languages and cultures, but that is what makes the name ‘Broken English’ fun – it is part of our daily slang.”

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30–20:00 Taco Pub Open Tue–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00 Brunch & Drink Specials Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Kitchen Hours Mon–Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Frank Valdez
  • Catering
    FIESTA TIME!<br />Book a private event, a venue buyout, or reserve an area for your corporate & social parties and group dining needs. Our planners will help you design customized party menus with in-house catering, choose unique beverage packages with specialty cocktails, and create an elevated entertainment experience for your guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Book a private event, a venue buyout, or reserve an area for your corporate & social parties and group dining needs. Our planners will help you design customized party menus with in-house catering, choose unique beverage packages with specialty cocktails, and create an elevated entertainment experience for your guests.
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross Street
    N. Michigan Ave.
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Red Line, Blue Line, Brown Line, Purple Line, Orange Line, Green Line, CTA #3,CTA #146, CTA #147, CTA #151
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 706 people are saying

Broken English Taco Pub - Lake Street reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Broken English Taco Pub on Lake Street offers a vibrant experience with "great happy hour," "amazing tacos," and "flavorful margaritas." The lively atmosphere and "attentive service" make it a "loop favorite." Highlights include brisket, carne asada, and fish tacos. Patrons praise the "funky and fun vibe" and "excellent food."
706 Reviews
  1. Alexander

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff and great food . Molly family had a great food experience.

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  2. Ben

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great street style tacos. Recommend the brisket and carne asada

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  3. summer

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for my birthday. Love it! Great food and drinks

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  4. Gianna VIP

    Chicago / Illinois84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really fresh good good Attentive wait & bus staff Lively place Delicious fish tacos excellent quesadillas add chicken if desired It’s a loop favorite that never disappoints

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  5. Lisa VIP

    Columbus71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour. Really good margaritas and the nachos are great and filling especially for the price.

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  6. Jim

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great tacos! Really great! Fun and close to theater district so convenient for shows

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  7. Robert

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food! Margaritas are on point.

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  8. Sarah VIP

    Toronto / Ontario8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Emilio took SUCH good care of us! Very efficient service and delicious food. Totally recommend!!

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  9. Anand

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend Broken English Taco Pub. Vibe was funky and fun - and the food was even better! Both the red and green salsas, the elote, and the six 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮 tacos we split (carne asada, chicken al pastor, carnitas, brisket, cod, and fried chicken with ghost pepper mayo) were all delicious... and saying Yes to the chocolate-filled churros with caramel dulce de leche ice cream was a great call too!

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  10. Gianna VIP

    Chicago / Illinois84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Broken English is always reliable fresh eats Our server was so attentive and friendly Fish tacos are terrific, guacamole and beers are great Stip in for any reason and you’ll be one a regular Great gem in the loop

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FAQs

Broken English Taco Pub - Lake Street offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 929-3601.

Broken English Taco Pub - Lake Street is rated 4.7 stars by 706 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Broken English Taco Pub - Lake Street

75 E Lake St, Chicago, IL 60601

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    N. Michigan Ave.
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30–20:00 Taco Pub Open Tue–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00 Brunch & Drink Specials Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Kitchen Hours Mon–Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Red Line, Blue Line, Brown Line, Purple Line, Orange Line, Green Line, CTA #3,CTA #146, CTA #147, CTA #151
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Frank Valdez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    FIESTA TIME!<br />Book a private event, a venue buyout, or reserve an area for your corporate & social parties and group dining needs. Our planners will help you design customized party menus with in-house catering, choose unique beverage packages with specialty cocktails, and create an elevated entertainment experience for your guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Book a private event, a venue buyout, or reserve an area for your corporate & social parties and group dining needs. Our planners will help you design customized party menus with in-house catering, choose unique beverage packages with specialty cocktails, and create an elevated entertainment experience for your guests.
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