ZipPicks Awards
Best Mexican in Lincoln Park
Best Tacos in Lincoln Park
Best Late Night Tacos in Lincoln Park
Best Cheap Mexican Food in Lincoln Park
Best Cheap Tacos in Lincoln Park
Best Happy Hour Mexican in Lincoln Park
Best Happy Hour Tacos in Lincoln Park
Master Critic Review
Don Pez Fish Tacos (Taco Cantina)
8.5
Mi Nueva Tierra is a 2020-opening cantina in the Lathrop Homes stretch of Lincoln Park, built around scratch-made chilaquiles, street-style tacos, and a strong margarita program. TVs for games, a dog-friendly patio, and a menu that runs from pozole to carne asada make it a flexible pick for brunch, drinks, or casual group dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green chilaquiles, Grilled steak tacos, Pozole Norteño
Scores:
Value: 7.5
Service: 8
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 6.3
What makes it special: A modern Mexican cantina with from-scratch brunch, solid tacos, and plenty of TVs for games.
Who should go: Friends or families wanting tacos, margaritas, and a relaxed game-friendly room.
When to visit: Weekend brunch or happy hour for drink deals and a livelier crowd.
What to order: Green chilaquiles, grilled steak tacos, pozole Norteño with flautas.
Insider tip: On nice days, request the back patio to pair tacos and margs with a quieter, dog-friendly setting.
Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday12pm - 9pm
Wednesday4pm - 9pm
Thursday12pm - 9pm
Friday12pm - 10pm
Saturday12pm - 10pm
Sunday12pm - 7pm