Tacos Before Vatos Menu

Tacos Before Vatos is a hidden gem tucked behind Food 4 Less in Crest Hill, Illinois, offering a truly authentic Mexican taco experience. This family-run spot is best known for its perfectly crafted chicken tacos—nicely cut, not shredded—plus mouthwatering steak and Al pastor options that have won over local taco enthusiasts. The chips and salsa, especially the green salsa with just the right kick, are consistently praised for their freshness and flavor. Their signature Haina/Vato sauce adds a fiery punch that elevates every bite. Although the service can be a bit slow, the friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere more than make up for it. With reasonable prices, a cozy take-out setting, and fantastic $2 Taco Tuesdays, this place combines quality, taste, and value. For those craving authentic, no-frills Mexican cuisine, Tacos Before Vatos is a must-visit that leaves a lasting impression and keeps patrons coming back for more.

Taco Dinners

Archaea Taco Dinner (Skirt Steak)

US$17.28

Cecina Taco Dinner (Flank Steak)

US$17.28

Asada Taco Dinner (Chopped Steak)

US$15.36

Pollo Chicken Dinner (Chicken)

US$15.36

Chorizo Taco Dinner (Mexican Sausage)

US$15.36

Al Pastor Taco Dinner (Seasoned Pork)

US$15.36

Cecina / Flank Steaks

US$14.20

PAMBAZO

US$13.12

Arrachera / Skirt Steak

US$14.20

Pollo / Chicken

US$11.84

Chorizo / Mexican Sausage

US$11.84

Al Pastor / Seasoned Pork

US$11.84

Asada / Grilled And Sliced Beef

US$11.84

Lengua / Tongue

US$12.00

Tortas

Tacos

Al Pastor / Seasoned Pork

US$4.67

Cecina / Flank Steaks

US$5.12

MINI AL PASTOR TACO

US$2.24

MINI ARRACHEA TACO

US$2.24

MINI TACOS STEAK

US$2.00

Asada / Grilled And Sliced Beef

US$4.67

Arrachera / Skirt Steak

US$5.12

MINI CHORIZO TACO

US$2.00

Lengua / Tongue

US$4.80

Chorizo / Mexican Sausage

US$4.35

MINI CHICKEN TACO

US$2.00

MINI CECINA TACO

US$2.24

Pollo / Chicken

US$4.48

GORDITA (ASADA)

US$7.20

Gordita (Chorizo)

US$7.20

GORDITA DE RAJAS

US$7.20

GORDITA VEGATARIAN

US$6.60

GORDITA VEGAN

US$6.60

GORDITA WITH BEANS AND CHEESE.

US$6.60

Gordita (Al Pastor)

US$7.20

Gordita (Chicken)

US$7.20

GORDITAS

DINNERS

FLAUTA DINNER

US$12.14

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

US$20.48

Vato Taco Bowl

US$19.44

ARRACHERA DINNER

US$19.18

ENCHILADA DINNER

US$17.92

Quesabirria

US$19.44

VATO TACO BOX

US$65.33

LITO VATO BOX

US$37.53

NACHO VATO BOX

US$32.00

VATO TACO BOX UPGRADE

US$79.23

MEXICAN CHICKEN ROTISSERIE VATO BOX

US$33.28

VATO BURRITO BOX

US$83.20

CATERING

VEGETARIAN

Veggie Dinner

US$14.01

Rajas Con Crema

US$14.52

VEGGIE TACO

US$3.84

Asada / Grilled And Sliced Beef

US$8.96

Al Pastor / Seasoned Pork

US$8.96

Chorizo / Mexican Sausage

US$8.96

Pollo / Chicken

US$8.96

Tostadas

Sides

Chips & Salsa 16oz

US$8.34

SIDE OF OUR HOME MADE VATO CHIPS.

US$6.40

Side Of Beans

US$4.48

Elote En Vaso (Comes In A Cup)

US$5.76

Side Of Rice

US$5.12

Guacamole With Chips

US$11.70

PICO DE GALLO 16 OZ With Chiips

US$9.73

Sour Cream

US$0.65

Guac

US$1.00

Cheese

US$0.65

Extras

Quesadilla's

Quesadilla (Pollo)

US$13.12

Quesadilla (Asada)

US$13.12

Quesadilla (AL Pastor

US$13.12

Quesadilla (Chorizo)

US$13.12

Asada / Grilled And Sliced Beef

US$13.56

Pollo / Chicken

US$13.56

Lengua / Tongue

US$13.80

Arrachea Burrito

US$15.68

Al Pastor / Seasoned Pork

US$13.56

Chorizo / Mexican Sausage

US$13.56

Burritos

Litto Vato Meals (kids Meals)

QUESDILLA (STEAK OR CHICKEN)

US$8.96

LITO VATO BURRITO

US$8.96

2 LITO VATO TACOS

US$8.96

Chorizo Nachos

US$15.36

Al Pastor Nachos

US$15.36

Chicken Nachos

US$15.36

Asada Nachos

US$15.36

Nachos

Drinks

Jarritos

US$3.84

Agua De Jamaica / Hibiscus Tea

US$4.80

Can Of Pop / Water

US$1.92

Tea

US$3.84

Gatorade

US$3.84

Horchata / Rice Water

US$4.80