Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family-Owned Grocery Store in Chicago
As a family-owned business since 1986, Food Market La Chiquita has been dedicated to providing Chicago and surrounding communities with the highest quality groceries and authentic Mexican cuisine. Our journey began in the Little Village neighborhood, where we established a reputation for exceptional service and fresh, locally sourced products. Over 30 years later, we operate eight vibrant stores, each offering hand-trimmed meats, market-fresh seafood, scratch-baked goods, and ready-to-eat meals. Our Taqueria restaurants serve traditional Mexican dishes crafted with generations-old recipes, reflecting our cultural heritage and culinary expertise. We prioritize customer satisfaction through personalized service, competitive pricing, and a commitment to community values.Our associates are trained to assist with product knowledge and recommendations, ensuring every shopping experience meets our high standards. We continuously expand our selection to include both brand-name staples and unique ethnic items, adapting to our customers' evolving needs. Transparency and integrity guide our operations, from sourcing practices to daily interactions with patrons. Our loyalty program and digital rewards app demonstrate our appreciation for customer trust. With convenient locations and extended hours, we strive to be the neighborhood grocery destination where quality and value converge.
Services
Meats and Seafood
Produce
Bakery
Deli and Prepared Foods
Taqueria Restaurant
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1986 with deep community roots
- Hand-trimmed meats and market-fresh seafood daily
- Scratch-baked breads and pastries made on-site
- Authentic Mexican recipes served in our Taqueria
- Eight convenient locations with extended operating hours
Services
Meats and Seafood
Our butchers hand-trim and prepare premium cuts daily, offering USDA Choice beef, fresh poultry, and sustainably sourced seafood. Every piece is inspected for quality before reaching our display cases. Customers receive expert recommendations for cooking techniques and recipe pairings.
Produce
We source fruits and vegetables locally when possible, ensuring peak ripeness and nutritional value. Our produce team hand-selects each item for optimal freshness and visual appeal. Special ordering available for hard-to-find ingredients.
Bakery
Daily scratch-baking produces artisan breads, pastries, and custom cakes. Our bakers use traditional methods and high-quality ingredients for consistent results. Gluten-free options available upon request.
Deli and Prepared Foods
Sliced-to-order deli meats and cheeses complement our rotating selection of homemade soups, salads, and entrees. Prepared foods use fresh ingredients with no artificial preservatives. Catering options available for events.
Taqueria Restaurant
Authentic Mexican dishes made from family recipes include enchiladas, tamales, and gorditas. Ingredients are sourced locally for traditional flavors. Dine-in, takeout, and catering options available with daily specials.
Questions
What are your store hours?
We're open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM at all locations.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, our deli and Taqueria departments provide catering for events of all sizes.
Are there loyalty rewards available?
Download our Rewards App for exclusive digital coupons and savings on every purchase.
Do you carry specialty dietary products?
We offer gluten-free bakery items and can special order specific ingredients upon request.
Where are your locations?
We serve Chicago, Aurora, Bensenville, Rockford, and five other communities across Illinois.
Is fresh seafood available daily?
Our seafood department receives new shipments every morning for peak freshness.
Reviews (5)
Madison K.
Jan 20, 2022
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We popped in here, desperately trying to escape the cold and willing to pay to be warm.
Blah blah car trouble blah blah my mom is coming to pick us up and (according to my grandparents) has never taken less than 3 hours to get anywhere. Deadly cold. By the time we found this place, I was ready to kiss and warm spot. We ordered and sat down. Two chile relleno tacos and a burrito ran us 27 dollars-- which seemed crazy expensive. There were no prices on the menu (which is all over the walls.)
Both dishes were good and someone brought a small pile of chips and a little salsa. This was also
Blah blah car trouble blah blah my mom is coming to pick us up and (according to my grandparents) has never taken less than 3 hours to get anywhere. Deadly cold. By the time we found this place, I was ready to kiss and warm spot. We ordered and sat down. Two chile relleno tacos and a burrito ran us 27 dollars-- which seemed crazy expensive. There were no prices on the menu (which is all over the walls.)
Both dishes were good and someone brought a small pile of chips and a little salsa. This was also
Michelle Zavala
Dec 28, 2021
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Witnessed the cashier attempt to steal money from an elderly person. She was trying to cash in her $20 lotto ticket but the cashier argued with her, stating it was only worth $1. It got sorted out and the elderly woman got her money but imagine how many people they have robbed from.
Rocio Delgado
Dec 04, 2021
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I have always liked this store very much, the prepared food is delicious, the restaurant has very good and inexpensive dishes, and all the staff are always very attentive and friendly.
Baltazar F.
Nov 27, 2021
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Too expensive for what you get!, they gone over board on prices. They are not even a great restaurant. I used to come here and I thought it was already to pricey!
Marcos Lopez
Jul 23, 2021
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Good place
I got in love at first time with the cashier girl. It's one way love cause she doesn't know me. Great experience to see someone love it
I got in love at first time with the cashier girl. It's one way love cause she doesn't know me. Great experience to see someone love it
