Big Star
About Big Star
Big Star is the honky-tonk taqueria on the corner of Damen and Wood that put Wicker Park's taco and whiskey scene on the map, with a sprawling patio and a jukebox blasting country classics. Expect cheap tacos, mezcal margaritas, and a crowd that spills outside well into the night.
Happy Hour Deals
Happy hour Mon-Thu 4-6pm: half-price nachos, $12 margaritas, $8 Ranch Water, $3 shot of the day
Taco Tuesday: $2.95 tacos
What to order: tacos de papas con rajas, mezcal margarita, guacamole
Details
Address
1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Hours
Mon – Thu11:30am – 10pm
Fri11:30am – 11pm
Sat11am – 11pm
Sun11am – 10pm
Cuisine
Mexican taqueria
Phone
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Big Star FAQs
Does Big Star have happy hour?
Yes. Current deals at Big Star include Happy hour Mon-Thu 4-6pm: half-price nachos, $12 margaritas, $8 Ranch Water, $3 shot of the day; Taco Tuesday: $2.95 tacos, plus 1 more listed on this page. Deal information last verified Jun 2026 — confirm with the venue before you go, as times change often.
What are Big Star's hours?
Big Star is open Mon-Thu 11:30am-10pm, Fri 11:30am-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.
Where is Big Star located?
Big Star is at 1531 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 in the Wicker Park neighborhood, Chicago. Call 877-298-0617.