About Local Cantina
Oak Lawn's best tacos, margaritas & girls night out destination
Local Cantina is the south side's most vibrant bar and grill, located at 5130 W 95th St in Oak Lawn, IL. We serve the best-priced authentic tacos in Oak Lawn alongside handcrafted margaritas, fresh mojitos, crispy wings, and a full cocktail menu — all inside a stunning neon-lit space that's become the go-to destination for girls night out, bachelorette parties, date nights, and Sunday Funday.
We're open Thursday through Sunday with happy hour every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4–7PM. Live DJs spin every weekend, and our weekly themed nights — Therapy Thursdays, Fiesta Fridays, Saturday late-night parties, and Sunday Funday — keep the energy going all week long.
Quick Facts
What We're Known For
Best Tacos in Oak Lawn
Fresh, authentic tacos made with bold Mexican flavors at the best prices on the south side.
Handcrafted Margaritas
Freshly squeezed citrus margaritas made to order — the house specialty.
Fresh Mojitos
Muddled fresh fruit mojitos, made from scratch every time.
Crispy Wings
Crispy wings with a variety of sauces, perfect for sharing.
Girls Night Out
The south side's premier girls night out venue with neon decor, live DJs, and weekly themed nights.
Bachelorette Parties
Private event space for up to 100 guests — bachelorette parties, bridal showers, and full venue buyouts.
Sports Bar
TVs throughout the venue for game days, including Thursday Night Football watch parties.
Sunday Funday
Fresh tacos and relaxed Sunday Funday vibes from 11AM, plus our carnitas special — $8.99 for 1 lb, made fresh.
Serving the South Side
Local Cantina is the neighborhood bar for the entire Chicago south side and southwest suburbs.