What started as backyard BBQs and late-night pop-ups between Marcos Ascencio and Oliver Poilevey evolved into a mission: to bring the authentic, high-energy spirit of Mexico City to Chicago.
By combining Oliver’s legacy at Le Bouchon with Marcos’s experience in kitchens like NoMi and Bar Lupo, the duo fused French-trained techniques with a deep respect for Mexican tradition. What began as a passion project quickly became a neighborhood staple, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2025.
Now in the heart of Fulton Market, Taquería Chingón remains a celebration of that original partnership, a place where high-level culinary expertise meets the unpretentious joy of a perfect taco. While the team has since expanded with Mariscos San Pedro in Pilsen, the mission here hasn’t changed: bold flavors, meticulous craft, and a relentless dedication to making everything chingón.