The Pink Cactus
The Pink Cactus is a Waukegan, IL taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.4★ rating across 146 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Affordable, everyday pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Waukegan, 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.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does The Pink Cactus serve?+
The Pink Cactus is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is The Pink Cactus located?+
The Pink Cactus is at 1000 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA in Waukegan, Illinois.
Is The Pink Cactus good?+
The Pink Cactus has a 4.4★ average across 146 Google reviews — highly rated by Waukegan taco standards.
How expensive is The Pink Cactus?+
The Pink Cactus sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Waukegan taquería.
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