North of the Border
North of the Border is a Carpentersville, IL taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 499 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Affordable, everyday pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Carpentersville, IL
- •Plenty of community reviews
Order like a local
- →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
- →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
- →Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.
- →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does North of the Border serve?+
North of the Border is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is North of the Border located?+
North of the Border is at 322 W Main St, Carpentersville, IL 60110, USA in Carpentersville, Illinois.
Is North of the Border good?+
North of the Border has a 4.5★ average across 499 Google reviews — loved by locals by Carpentersville taco standards.
How expensive is North of the Border?+
North of the Border sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Carpentersville taquería.
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