Los Potrillos

Wow! Best place so far for authentic mexican food. I melted as I took those bites. I had 2 carne asada tacos (w/​what appears to be hand made tortillas) with a side of rice and beans. Shit was off the hook! It’s a Mexican grocery store but also has a kitchen in the inside. Portions were moderate and very tasty. I would argue, it would put King Taco (Los Angeles restaurant) on the run for its money. I would come daily if I had a chance. This alone would be the only reason I’d ever visit Chicago again. It’s a perfect hole in the wall that will blow your mind away.
P. S. Did I mention their orchata?

Excellent stop in shop. Their meat counter and produce are some of the best in the neighborhood.

I was looking for a taqueria/​grocery store combination since I was hungry after a long day of work. At the same time, I needed some fruit and eggs. I bookmarked this place some time ago, for it has good reviews on Unilocal and was relatively close to Albany Park.
After a short bus ride on Kimball, we got off at Belmont and walked a couple blocks west on Belmont. We then reached our destination.
Behind the cash registers, there was a taqueria with some bar stools along the tiny dining room. Their menu features many of the Mexican quick-​bite basics, such as tacos, tortas, burritos, and dinner combos. We had a pastor torta and chile relleno (stuffed poblano peppers with cheese), along with horchata and a bottle of lime jarritos. The total came to $ 12 for our dinner.
Everything was made-​to-​order on their commercial grill. My pastor wasn’t out-​of-​this-​world amazing, but the meat was flavored well and portioned nicely. Speaking of great, cheap tortas, be sure that you check out the restaurant inside the Carniceria Guanajuato on Diversey at the Belmont Central neighborhood (hint, hint). Hubby also was satisfied with his chile relleno. Thus, our quest for some quick Mexican food was a success.
Onto the grocery section, they carry a full line of groceries, even though the prices were just average comparing to other major Hispanic grocery stores in the city. We purchased some green seedless grapes ($ 0.99/lb; $ 1.89), a 4-​lb bag of naval oranges ($ 3.49), and a dozen of jumbo eggs ($ 2.49). The total came to $ 8.05.
While I wasn’t impressed by their varieties and prices on their agricultural produce, their meat/​seafood department appeared clean and had decent selections for a small-​scaled neighborhood grocery store. Overall, if you’re a resident in Avondale, it would definitely be a staple and perhaps a go-​to place to pick up some simple, everyday grocery essentials.
You can also find most of Mexican spices, beans, dairy products, pastries, juices, snacks, and alcohol here as well.
You’ve got to love the real city. There’s no absurd W*lm*rt that dictates where you shop.

Ive eaten here more than at taco bell because there tacos are far better… kinda strange how you have to go through a supermarket to sit down and eat but then the korean market on kedzie requires the same. I used to come here more often a few years ago when it was too affordable to eat anything anywhere else, since then prices have gone up, and portions remain tiny, But its still multiple times better than Taco bell and almost as good as the place next to 7 eleven.

Oh my goodness… This place will seriously be the cause of much unnecessary weight gain and time at the gym. I moved a block away from here and one day found myself needing a few produce items so I decided to give this place a shot.
As I entered, the aromas of Mexican food wafted in the air and made my mouth water. I decided to get some tacos. Honestly, I still hesitate to pay $ 2 for a taco because in LA I’m so used to paying the $ 1.25 for a excellent taco from a truck. Nonetheless, still gave it a try. Placed my order did my grocery shopping and went back to pick it up. The bag was pretty heavy for only having two tacos.
The most exciting part about this trip wasn’t actually the tacos but it was my discovery that they sold Chicharron con Carne. One of the best things in life. It is basically deep fried pork belly and it is truly heavenly. They sell this in the back by the meat deli and trust me… give it a try. It reminds me of Chinese style roasted pork (su yuk). Sometimes I will walk in an buy one piece, ask them to cut it up for me and eat it as a snack as I walk to the blue line. Tell me that wont be a problem in the future.
Overall great establishment, I would say come here for produce and some excellent food. Even their meats are generally cheap like Chicken breast and some beef. I would steer clear of other general household items cause those can be kinda of pricy.

I’m knocking this down to three stars out of kindness and the memory I once had a taco here that was delicious. The last time I ordered steak tacos, though, they were tough and flavorless. Why such inconsistency? They were so bad I don’t even want to risk ordering them again: the memory of the gross tacos trumps the memory of the delicious ones. Mazamitla has never let me down — I will always go there instead.

Best place in the area to find some good Spanish food and ingredients. I’ve walked the area for weeks trying to find some good places to buy meat, fruit, and vegetables and this place has it all. Quick lines in the back butcher area, helpful staff, and great tamales. When ever I’m getting read to make a great meal, I always go here before driving over to Costco (depending on what I need). They have all of the spices I need to make a great steak or a simple meal. They already have food made, like a restaurant, in case you don’t want to cook something yourself. The cashiers are very polite and always smiling. It doesn’t look like much, like a simple market, but this place is a credit to this area. It’s hard to find a great place like this since all of the big box stores are taking out all of the small competition like this place. I very much recommend this place.

Excellent carne asada burritos and Al Pastor tacos! The best tacqueria’s always seem to be in the back of a grocery store, like this one.

Just moved to avondale a couple days ago and I needed a quick drink, so I stepped into this grocery store. I was surprised they had a little taqueria and a met market and some candies that you typically can’t find where I used to live. I am very happy I stepped in here and I will make this my go to place for any groceries in the future.

Los potrillos. … best tacos around avondale park. Guys are cool
. fun… very, attentive.
Chicken is good… they have, everything.

Always loved the tacos here, great taste with significant portions and now they have tamales. I recommend the chicken tamales with some green chili sauce. Yum

The tacqueria in the back is totally outta site — some of the best tacos I’ve had in Chicago. Amazing steak, al pastor, and chorizo, with homemade fresh-​pressed tortillas. I stopped in recently for the first time, and went back 2 more times the same week.

I moved into Avondale and walked into this little grocery mart for sum things and to my surprise they had extensive fruits and veggies and the meat market. yummm!!! Try the seasoned chicken legs to grill at home, or the chicken fajitas… good stuff!!!
The best part is the taqueria inside the store… wow. The two guys back there make all your Mexican favorites anytime of day at the best prices! Most days they have daily specials. like tacos or complete dinners!!! SO gooooooood!!! I suggest the lomo encebollado tacos!!! YUMMMMM