Big Wig Tacos & Burritos, a Chicagoland fast-casual concept, opened its first Evanston location on May 2, 2023, at 950 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201. The River North Hospitality team is excited to bring their take on classic Mexican street food with a fresher outlook with an emphasis on premium ingredients to the Evanston community. The same menu will span lunch and dinner to late-night eats. Big Wig Tacos & Burritos is open daily from 11am – 12am.
In honor of the opening, one lucky Big Wig fan will have the chance to win free burritos for a year with a purchase entry. Burrito lovers can enter to win by making a purchase at bigwigtacos.com from May 15th – June 1st. One winner will be chosen at random on June 30, 2023.
The 34-seat restaurant features a monochromatic look with an approachable edgy design. Design highlights include an exposed ceiling, raw steel, and a raw feel to the space. A local artist was tapped to create a mural on the one statement wall that brings great color to the space. An inviting sidewalk patio space also debuted on opening day.
The straightforward menu offers a selection of tacos, nachos, burritos, tortas, quesadillas, and bowls, along with the usual sides of guacamole and chips, rice and beans, and more. Beverages include fresh Horchata, Jamaica, and a variety of soft drinks.
In May 2017, River North Hospitality Group brought their brand of new fast-casual Mexican street fare to River North (770 N LaSalle). In 2020, the team successfully opened its second location in Logan Square (2490 N Milwaukee Ave).
