Food & Beverage · Mexican Restaurant

El Cabrito Restaurant

1659 W 47th St, Chicago, Illinois, 60609

Google Maps Updated: 16 May 2026
Authenticity Score: 92/100
About

El Cabrito is a local favorite for authentic Mexican food, especially their birria and handmade tortillas. Most customers love the flavor, but the service is a frequent complaint. Some diners feel the staff is rude or inattentive, and there are reports of billing issues. It's a spot where the food is spot on, but the service experience can be a bit rough around the edges.

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Performance Scores
Food Taste 88/100
Value for Money 70/100
Pro Tip

Always ask for an itemized receipt; some customers have reported extra charges.

Signature dish: Goat Birria
Tortilla style: Handmade
Pros & Cons

✓ What Works Well

  • Authentic birria
  • Handmade tortillas
  • Great flavor

✗ Areas to Improve

  • Rude service
  • Billing discrepancies
  • Cleanliness issues
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Is the birria authentic?
  • Why is the service so bad?
  • Are they still open?
User Feedback

Best birria in the area

Check your receipt for extra charges

Staff needs better training

Location Details
Street: 1659 W 47th St
Neighborhood: Back of the Yards
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Postcode: 60609
Country: United States
Location
1659 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609
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