Greenup's Favorite Mexican Kitchen

REAL MEXICAN FLAVOR
THAT HITS DIFFERENT

From hand-packed tacos to sizzling fajitas, every dish at Taco Rey is built with fresh ingredients and bold seasoning that keeps our neighbors coming back for seconds.

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Colorful spread of fresh tacos and Mexican dishes at Taco Rey
100% Fresh Daily
Locally Loved in Greenup
TACOS
ENCHILADAS
FAJITAS
QUESADILLAS
REFRESCOS
DESAYUNOS
TACOS
ENCHILADAS
FAJITAS
QUESADILLAS
REFRESCOS
DESAYUNOS
Chef preparing fresh tacos in the Taco Rey kitchen Beautifully plated Mexican dish ready to serve
Our Story

BUILT ON FAMILY RECIPES AND SMALL-TOWN WARMTH

Taco Rey isn't just a restaurant — it's where Greenup comes together over plates piled high with flavor. We started with a simple idea: serve real Mexican food made the way it should be, with fresh ingredients and recipes passed down through generations.

Every tortilla is hand-pressed, every salsa is made from scratch, and every guest is treated like family. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for a slow dinner, we pour the same care into every order.

100%
Fresh Ingredients
50+
Menu Items
4.8★
Google Rating
Why Taco Rey

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

It's not just about the food — it's about the experience. Here's what keeps our community coming back.

FRESH EVERY DAY

We prep from scratch daily — salsas, guacamole, rice, beans, and tortillas. Nothing sits around. If it's on your plate, it's fresh.

FAMILY RECIPE ROOTS

Our recipes aren't from a textbook — they're from our family's kitchen, passed down and perfected over years of feeding our community.

COMMUNITY FIRST

We're not a chain. We're your neighbors. Every visit feels like walking into a place where you're known, welcomed, and taken care of.

Freshly made tacos on a colorful plate
Vibrant Mexican food spread with salsas and garnishes
Chef grilling meats on a flat top
Colorful dining area with Mexican decor
Testimonials

WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY

Don't take our word for it — hear from the people who eat here regularly.

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"Best Mexican food in the area, hands down. The tacos are loaded and the salsa bar is no joke — every visit is a good visit."

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Marcus T.
Greenup, IL
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"We brought our whole family for dinner and everyone left happy. The fajitas are massive and the staff made my kids feel so welcome."

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Jennifer R.
Urbana, IL
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"I drive past a bunch of places just to stop here. The horchata alone is worth the trip, and the breakfast tacos are unreal."

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David L.
Greenup, IL

HUNGRY? LET'S EAT.

Stop by Taco Rey on Haughton Hwy or give us a call — we're ready to serve you something unforgettable.

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Find Us

COME SAY HI

We're right on Haughton Highway in the heart of Greenup. Walk-ins are always welcome — no reservation needed.

Address

202 N Haughton Hwy
Greenup, IL 62428

Phone

(217) 923-5100

Hours

Mon – Sun: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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