The taqueria just up Route 23
Yes, the address really is DeKalb Ave — that's the name of the road in Sycamore. From downtown DeKalb or the NIU campus, head north on Route 23 and you'll be parked outside in about ten minutes.
The kitchen is family-run, the tortillas get pressed for the busy hours, and the menu runs from street tacos and birria to full dinner plates and the seafood menu the family brought from Nayarit. If you've been settling for whatever is closest to campus, this is the drive that fixes it.
Birria & Street Tacos
Rich birria with consommé for dipping, plus barbacoa, pastor, lengua, and more by the taco. See the full menu.
Mariscos Estilo Nayarit
Langostinos, seafood soups, and the Mega Charrola platter — coastal-style seafood you won't find elsewhere in the county. Explore mariscos.
Weekend Menudo & Pozole
Saturday and Sunday bring menudo, pozole, and caldos by the bowl or the gallon — the move after a late Huskie game day.
Delivery to DeKalb, or a quick pickup
DoorDash delivers from Nina's to DeKalb addresses, including the NIU area. Prefer it fresh out of the kitchen? Call ahead and pickup is usually ready by the time you make the drive.
Delivery
Order through DoorDash and have it brought to your door — no drive required.
Pickup
Call (815) 517-1193 during open hours. Directions and parking info here.
Catering
Trays and seafood platters for events across DeKalb County. Start a catering order or email catering@ninastacoshop.com.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nina's Tacos deliver to DeKalb, IL?
Yes — DoorDash delivery covers DeKalb, including the NIU area. Order online any day between 10 AM - 9 PM, or call (815) 517-1193 to schedule a pickup in Sycamore.
How far is Nina's Tacos from downtown DeKalb?
About 10 minutes. Take Route 23 (Sycamore Road) north — the restaurant is at 1969 DeKalb Ave, Suite B, Sycamore, IL 60178, with parking outside the door.
What should a first-timer order?
Start with the birria, a round of street tacos, or the Mariscos Estilo Nayarit seafood plates. On weekends, regulars come for menudo and pozole.
Can Nina's Tacos cater an event in DeKalb?
Yes. The family builds catering trays and seafood platters for parties, tailgates, and workplace events across DeKalb County. Email catering@ninastacoshop.com or call ahead to plan the order.
What are the hours?
Open daily 10 AM - 9 PM, including weekends.
Hungry in DeKalb right now?
Order delivery, or call it in and make the ten-minute drive. ¿Prefiere ordenar en español? Llámenos al (815) 517-1193 — con gusto le atendemos.