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Big Star Wicker Park, Chicago, IL
Big Star Wicker Park, Chicago, IL
Big Star Wicker Park, Chicago, IL
Big Star Wicker Park, Chicago, IL
Big Star Wicker Park, Chicago, IL

Big Star Wicker Park

4.6
4.6
52 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Neighbourhood gem
Big Star's original Wicker Park location offers a taco-slinging atmosphere complemented by an extensive house-selected single barrel bourbon program. Patio seating is first come, first served. Walk-ins are always welcome!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tex-Mex, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Cross Street
    Damen & Milwaukee
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    - 1 minute walk from Damen Blue Line Station- 1 min walk from Damen & Milwaukee North Ave Bus Stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

What 52 people are saying

Big Star Wicker Park 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Big Star Wicker Park offers "great food and drinks with friendly service" in a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. Guests rave about the "excellent margaritas and tacos" and the accommodating staff, especially for large groups and children. While some mention high prices, the lively patio and rapid service make it a popular spot.
52 Reviews
  1. Andrea

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter and staff were great! Food came out quickly and was delicious. We had several kids with us and they provided crayons and coloring paper. Thank you big star for being so accommodating!

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  2. carlton

    Chicago3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food wasn’t that good at this location. The nacho were better than the shrimp taco I had

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food! Atmosphere was family friendly too!

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  4. Tracy

    Chicago25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Definitely great food, altho a tad too spicy for me, but my friends loved it. The staff was very nice and attentive. I would definitely recommend

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  5. Steven

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time and it will not be our last. The service was amazing, the server was nice, polite, fast and consistent with checking out how our meal was. The food and drinks were fantastic! I would highly recommend folks check out this restaurant!

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    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I loved everything we ordered, but my wife preferred the Panza taco over the Al Pastor, but we did finish all the tacos… 3 each and we shared a side of rice and beans and a Brussel sprout tostada, which was good but the beans on it threw us off. I suppose it made the brussel sprouts stick to the tostada. I also had a couple ounces of their whiskey barrel picks which were delicious as well and not too pricy! Stagg and Weller Full Proof picks were perfect! Stagg old fashioned was good, too. Not too sweet!

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  7. Susan

    Chicago4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We booked a restaurant week lunch but when we got there we were told it wasn’t available until after 4pm. Why did the restaurant week website offer lunch booking? Also the menu was very limited. When we asked for a menu with lunch offerings instead of the drink menu with appetizers, we were told it wasn’t available until after 2pm. We stayed and ordered the fish tacos. The chorizo egg tacos were better. Nice ambience if you want drinks and apps. It was just ok.

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  8. Leah VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was so wonderful and accommodating! So great to go with children!

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  9. Taylor VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a group of 12 and they were amazing at seating all of us together!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Shandelle

    Memphis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks with friendly service. Don’t pass on getting the guac!

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FAQs

Big Star Wicker Park offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 235-4039.

Big Star Wicker Park is rated 4.6 stars by 52 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Big Star Wicker Park

1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Damen & Milwaukee
  • Area
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri 11:30–00:00 Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tex-Mex, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    - 1 minute walk from Damen Blue Line Station- 1 min walk from Damen & Milwaukee North Ave Bus Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
  • Delivery & takeout
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