Tipsy Cow Cantina

3.9 (16)

$30 and under

Mexican

4800 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

About this restaurant

Great for live music
Innovative
Neighborhood gem

Live Music Nightly Free Chips and Salsa Always Drink Specials Daily Mexican Street Food- Tortas, Tacos, Salads

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex, Southwest
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gregg Readdy

Location
4800 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
Neighborhood
Portage Park
Cross street
Lawrence Ave. and Central Ave.
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
1.5 blocks from Jefferson Park Transportation Center (CTA, Pace, Metra)85 Central Bus81W Lawrence Bus
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Takeout, Wine

What 16 people are saying

Tipsy Cow Cantina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

3.6Food
4.0Service
4.1Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

16 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 12, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great and friendly staff. I noted on my reservation that it was a special occasion (ie. a bunch of tired mommas having a get together without their kids in tow for once) and there was a cute balloon tied to a chair at our table. Food... just ok. The guacamole and salsa were really good but my salad bowl was ehh. The lettuce was too soggy, it was more like half soup/half salad. Then we wanted to get dessert but they no longer carried the dessert that was on the menu. Live entertainment...I always love live music but it was way too loud. We couldn’t hear each other talk over the table.
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Nicksmom
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this little gem in our neighborhood! Great food, drinks and music!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 6, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Loved the music but our service was subpart. I went to celebrate 5 de Mayo, and they were playing 60s music. The food wasn't authentic. Drinks were light... I don't think I'm coming back.
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Jmom Gold
Chicago21 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
love the taco tuesdays with live music- food is great, fresh, great margaritas
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OpenTable Diner
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Live music was great! Fun little restaurant and bar.
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momof2xy
Chicago26 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 9, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was our first time going to the Tipsy Cow. We went on a Friday evening at 5:45… the crowds didn’t roll in until we were leaving. We decided to order the 3 taco dinners. Because there are 5 different fillings, we decided to order all 5 between the both of us so that we could check them all out. The only one that we both really loved the flavor was the beef. There was nothing spectacular about the rest. The sides - beans and rice - were disappointing… the beans were too spicy and the rice too bland. The service was good. I was pleased with the buckets of chips on each table and squeeze bottles with 2 different salsas. We enjoyed the live music. Overall, the food was nothing outstanding.
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betsyo
Chicago14 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 18, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Been here twice now and we really like it. Food, service & drinks are good and reasonably priced. Friend had hibiscus margarita, said best she's had. Having the live music makes the place that much better & supporting local artists, didn't think it was too loud. Love the games. We will definitely be back.
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Jmom Gold
Chicago21 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Taco Tuesdays fun- $1 tacos and great live music! Neighborhood gem! Will definitely visit again and often.
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KellyI
Chicago5 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 24, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was alright, definitely not authentic Mexican food
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JenniferK
Chicago10 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 21, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Overall good to see the location get another shot at a restaurant. The food was ok but I was underwhelmed. The beer selection is GREAT. Tacos were ok but steak was over cooked. Best thing was the beans. Delish!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex, Southwest
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gregg Readdy

Location
4800 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
Neighborhood
Portage Park
Cross street
Lawrence Ave. and Central Ave.
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
1.5 blocks from Jefferson Park Transportation Center (CTA, Pace, Metra)85 Central Bus81W Lawrence Bus
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Takeout, Wine

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Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

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