Big Star Wicker Park

Name: Big Star Wicker Park
Address: 1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60622
Telephone: (773) 235-4039
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (64)

$30 and under

Mexican

1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Lively
Good for groups

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!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 235-4039
Website
http://bigstarchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
One Off Hospitality Catering delivers your favorites from Big Star, alongside chef-driven menus, bold flavors, and seamless service for any event. Big Star’s catering brings the bold flavors of our classic tacos, queso, and margaritas straight to your event. Please email stephanie@oneoffhospitality.com for more information.
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Please email stephanie@oneoffhospitality.com for more information.

Location
1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Neighborhood
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, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

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What 64 people are saying

Big Star Wicker Park reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Big Star Wicker Park promises a lively atmosphere with "great food" and "amazing" drinks like mango margaritas. The patio offers a fun dining experience, while attentive staff ensure "friendly service." Though busy, it remains a favorite for its vibrant ambiance, perfect for families and groups alike.

64 Reviews

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Carmela VIP
Chicago / Illinois528 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
First of all, there were 6 of us and we were seated in a booth that barely could hold the pitcher of water and of margarita. Had to put one of them on ledge of wall behind us. We should have asked to move to another table as when the food came, we were even more crowded. Did not make for a comfortable eating experience. Tacos were good. It was just not worth the big price we paid to be seated and cramped like that. They should have offered to move us when they saw we could barely fit food or drinks on the table.
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John VIP
Chicago / Illinois6 reviews
2.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Crowded too many people at our table. Food came way too fast.
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Ian VIP
Chicago / Illinois6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great and new food options we amazing. Sitting on patio is always fun.
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Stephanie
New York City6 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Food was great, the mango margaritas were amazing but the restaurant/covered patio was deafening loud and uncomfortable as a result.
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Alicia VIP
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Antonio is the absolute best! He is so attentive !
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Katherine VIP
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
First off, the food was delicious as always. The issues were with the service. One diner clearly stated that they were vegan and requested a cheese was taken off her dish. The dish came with a different cheese on it. Another diner stated they were allergic to pineapple and asked whether the al pastor tacos were cooked together with the pineapples on top. The waiter stated they were not, though after checking with the kitchen found that they are. The food for two diners came out 10 minutes before the other two diners. I love big star, but this was a pretty frustrating dinner.
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Tonya VIP
Chicago / Illinois13 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Big Star used to be “worth the wait” - maybe it’s a result of industry expenses or understaffing but this was not the experience we were used to. As a former neighborhood go-to for food but everything from the watered down margaritas to the dried up ground beef they tried to pass for chorizo and stale chips and salsa (not to mention three dishes we ordered, that were never delivered but CHARGED FOR…) this is a pass from here out. I absolutely cannot recommend this.
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Lynne VIP
Chicago / Illinois30 reviews
2.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Very odd from entry til leaving. Music way too loud to try to have a convo. Won't split checks. Had to find server to pay so we could leave. Food just ok.
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Alina
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place! Got the pitcher of Margarita with prickly pear and nachos. It was amazing!
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Kai
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Made a reservation thinking we’d have an inside table. There was only the bar available when we got there. Andrew and Alex (the bartenders) took good care of us, so that was great. Food came out fast and drinks were delicious.
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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 4.4 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 24 times today

1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Additional information

Cross street
Damen & Milwaukee
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
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, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://bigstarchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 235-4039
Catering
One Off Hospitality Catering delivers your favorites from Big Star, alongside chef-driven menus, bold flavors, and seamless service for any event. Big Star’s catering brings the bold flavors of our classic tacos, queso, and margaritas straight to your event. Please email stephanie@oneoffhospitality.com for more information.
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Please email stephanie@oneoffhospitality.com for more information.

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