Our Story

A family tradition, a fire, and a community comeback

Nina's Tacos reopened on March 21, 2026 at a new Sycamore location after the community helped the family come back stronger.

Family recipes
Reopened March 21, 2026
New home on DeKalb Ave
Family Tradition

The recipes were always the heart of the restaurant

Nina's Tacos was built around home-style Mexican cooking and the kind of food families come back for: tacos, dinners, soups, and event trays made with care.

What Stayed the Same

  • Family recipes passed down through generations
  • Authentic Mexican cooking at the center of the menu
  • A strong connection to regular customers and local families

What Expanded

  • More room at the new location
  • The new mariscos section
  • More space for catering and celebrations
Interior of the new Nina's Tacos location
More room for guests, celebrations, and the expanded menu
Grand reopening celebration at Nina's Tacos
Reopened March 21, 2026 with strong community support

The comeback matters

After the fire, the family rebuilt and reopened in a new space on DeKalb Ave. The new restaurant is not just a replacement address. It is the next chapter of the business, with a larger footprint and room for new menu ideas like Mariscos Estilo Nayarit.

  • New Sycamore location at 1969 DeKalb Ave, Suite B
  • Current phone: (815) 517-1193
  • Open daily 10 AM - 9 PM