Toughest Undefeated Mexican Street Tacos Challenge I've Ever Attempted (for $100 CASH)!!

American professional eater Randy Santel versus Gustavo's undefeated 20 Mexican Street Tacos Challenge at Gustavo's Mexican Restaurant in Waukegan, Illinois!! After finishing up my trip around Minnesota and parts of Northwest Wisconsin, I headed south from Milwaukee to Waukegan, Illinois so I could attempt to become the first person to conquer Gustavo's unbeaten 20 Mexican Street Tacos Challenge at Gustavo's Mexican Restaurant which was by far the toughest street tacos challenge I've ever attempted. I had just 15 short minutes to quickly eat 20 double-tortilla street tacos which were extra delicious but challenging to eat fast because each taco was made with two corn tortillas. There were five beef steak tacos, five chorizo street tacos, five chicken tacos, and five pork al pastor Mexican street tacos, so twenty total. Drinks were served to me but they were just optional and not required to be finished within the 15 minute time limit. I was trying to become the first champion to dominate and win my $65 tacos platter free plus $100 cash and a spot on Gustavo's Wall of Fame!! If you try this challenge in the future, be sure to get there on a Tuesday, or "Taco Tuesday," when Gustavo's tacos are all half-price!! BIG thanks to Gustavo, Eduardo, their family, and everyone with Gustavo's Mexican Restaurant in Waukegan, Illinois for the wonderful food, drinks, and hospitality!! Special thanks also to all our amazing friends who came up that Sunday early afternoon to watch and meet me!! We appreciate everyone in Waukegan and all around Illinois who watches videos and supports our hard efforts!!
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A&Z #1240 - Can American professional eater Randy Santel conquer Gustavo's undefeated 20 Mexican Street Tacos Challenge within 15 short minutes at Gustavo's Mexican Restaurant in Waukegan, Illinois??
This Northeast Illinois restaurant food challenge video was filmed on Sunday, March 10, 2024 (3/10/2024).
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[@RandySantel]

Thanks for watching this Mexican street tacos challenge video!! For anyone who hasn't yet watched our previous video featuring Pine Cone Cafe's 12-Egg Ultimate Breakfast Scramble Challenge in Land O' Lakes, Wisconsin, here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiVq3dqlL6obqs

[@MatthewDicksonOfficial]

When hot wings video?

[@francescalichfieldcity6971]

A frustrating challenge for you but in every way mentally and physically you did not let it get the better of you. 15 minutes is a tight one but you nailed it. A very well done. X

[@Novakdjokovic517]

Cardiac arrest

[@jennieyoung5229]

Are you or Katina coming to England again anytime soon?

[@RandySantel]

@@francescalichfieldcity6971 Thanks I appreciate you always watching!!

[@JuanAppleseed-ge6tb]

Mexican street tacos are one of my favorite dishes. Something about the simplicity makes them perfection.

[@user-zp1lw7ki1c]

Word

[@leighboggs6374]

Facts Foo!!!😂😂😂😂

[@josephdover198]

Same but I was surprised to see tomatoes and cheese on some. In TN the taco stand is simple like you said. Meat, onions and cilantro. Squeeze lime on and your choice between green or red sauce. Or both.

[@RandySantel]

Tacos are delicious for sure!! Thanks for watching ❤

[@billshepard6664]

Onion, cilantro and lime... perfection.

[@katbby5448]

I have lived in Waukegan my entire life and I have never heard of this place. I screamed when I heard you say Waukegan, thank you for this!

[@donnaneargarder1557]

So did I - I'm literally in Waukegan as I type

[@michaelrappaport9878]

Im gay and live in Waukesha

[@MisterMister5893]

Seems to fit the hole in the wall saying

[@toolbaggers]

You could've lived there for 10 lifetimes and not have known about this place because it only opened last year.

[@katbby5448]

@@toolbaggers i was wondering why it wasn’t on the map. cool, thanks.

[@carlbrown2123]

To this proves the man can literally shut under eat when he wants to. So if he wants to talk? Then let him talk. Killed it Randy. And nice job on the spin bike. I lost 10 stone (I’m British) from similar training over 2 years. ❤️👍

[@SanitiveRevolution]

140 pounds? (I'm American) That's an fair amount to lose. Awesome!

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and thanks for watching, and congratulations on the weight loss!!

[@zaygobrazy5246]

Looking back at your old vids even just from 2022 the transformation is wild

[@RandySantel]

Thanks I appreciate ya ❤

[@kevinvaldez1989]

Alot of Hard work for sure

[@omarious]

Thank you for making the interesting fact slides available a little longer. I used to pause to read them. Keep it up!

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for the feedback and I appreciate you watching!!

[@jayne612]

Hate knowing the foods cold - makes it feel less enjoyable to watch… just my experience. Love your work Randy🎉

[@RandySantel]

I appreciate the feedback!

[@joedanvers1010]

Another AMAZING job! Thanks for sharing!!!!

[@jeancerrien3016]

This is the perfect dish. Each shell holds a few bites. There's a variety. Nice job!

[@SuperSickNerd]

Every time I imitate being like Randy, I picture Randy Randy! Not even close on his level!

[@RandySantel]

Haha I appreciate you watching!!

[@register1430]

5:20 looked like a potential reverse on the food direction. Looked excellent. A hole in the wall eatery is usually the best food. Could b a movie set.

[@RandySantel]

There were a lot more gags that got edited out lol 😂

[@eternalhalloween1]

Randy, it WAS C L O S E. But as you often say: "A win is a win." Don't even think of the record! Any win on this challenge is a win!

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and yes I was happy to get the win!!

[@Natasha-xh7pf]

I like your emojis

[@thegodofpez]

Damn, massive props!!! That looked like a very tough challenge. 40 tortillas? Yikes!

[@RandySantel]

Thank you and yes way too many tortillas haha this was frustrating to say the least.

[@bluefrazier7547]

I love watching you do this it's a art and you guys make this channel amazing

[@RandySantel]

Thank you ❤

[@ulrichvonstomp6031]

Randy, your music and setting the vibe is always on point! Love the Walmart timer! :)

[@RandySantel]

Hey thanks, Nathan does great with the videos!!

[@kurtsaxton823]

Definitely love some tacos. Birria, Barbacoa, Al Pastor, Carnitas, lingua are my favorites. Those look delicious. Great challenge I feel I can do this one, but most likely not in 15 minutes.

[@RandySantel]

A tough time limit for sure

[@IndridChannel]

I have not seen a Randy video in a little bit, but you look great. Fit. Healthy. And, I always remember you being positive in your videos, you do seem happier now. Glad to see you are doing well!

[@RandySantel]

Lots of spinning! Thanks for watching and welcome back!!

[@js_youtube70]

Good thing you survived this challenge, when you dumped the rojo salsa on those tacos, all i was thinking was "vaya con dios" 📿😗

[@RandySantel]

It was hot but not unbearable

[@Dustin_Mc]

🔥 🌮 Taking down tacos like a champion! Good luck with the re-match 💪🏼

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and thanks for watching!!

[@muchachosauce8154]

Can't wait for you folks to visit Johnson City, TN! It's gonna be fun!!

[@RandySantel]

Any more challenges you recommend?

[@jeffreystoddard1522]

You and your beautiful better half make my evenings so much more entertaining!!! Thanks, guys!!!!

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and thanks for watching us both!!

[@francescalichfieldcity6971]

Easy as pie! I mean Taco! Frustration aside,, you did an incredible job.. x

[@mikesimms1]

Seeing the stationary bike stats at the beginning of the video reminds me to keep an eye out for Randy's avatar as I pedal around Watopia.

[@RandySantel]

Haha I’m spinning around Watopia while writing this!!

[@rick_thunder]

I love a sprint! Go, Randy!

[@tenderlawncare]

The first car radio was installed in Australia. That challenge was intense, well done......you should do more where you have to scoff them to win.

[@RandySantel]

lol wasn’t the car invented before Australia was even found? Jk. Thanks for watching the video!!

[@tenderlawncare]

@@RandySantel yeah captain Cook drove a modified model t over

[@peggylowery8062]

Only 15 minutes 😮 That was exciting for sure. 😋 Awesome 💯 congratulations 🎉 Much love to you and Katina ❤️🙏💪

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for always watching ❤

[@ericm4788]

Almost never see a buzzer beater for Randy, so sick!

[@RandySantel]

The two tortillas each made this one tough!!

[@_Yep_Yep_]

Oooph spicy AND a quick timer on the eat. Reminds me of that Charleston super spicy sushi contest, but even harder. Those tortillas... This looked like on of you hardest ones, Randy.

[@RandySantel]

Yes the two tortillas each made this one tough!!

[@peteschiavoni]

Dang Atlas that was some serious power eating!! They did look yummy!

[@RandySantel]

Hey thanks I appreciate you watching!!

[@daviddecker822]

Great video Randy love the entertainment my friend congrats!!!!!

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and thank you for watching!!

[@gregabreu7346]

That was an amazing challenge the time alone was crazy. You were right under the wire great job let’s Gooooooooo. 🎉

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and yes this was a close one!!

[@annknight1334]

I live in Mexico and you can never tell the heat level of salsa by the looks of it. Always taste just a little before you dump it on your food!

[@RandySantel]

It was hot but not unbearable

[@tracymeadows3442]

Incredible Looking Tacos 😍😍Great Win Randy 👊🏻👊🏻💥💥

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate ya!!

[@phaedrus4931]

Those tacos look delicious. I'd order this challenge to go and consider it meal prep for the week.

[@RandySantel]

The two tortillas each made this a tough challenge

[@angelaspencer05.73]

Randy im glad you finally got the challenge over with Challenge with a Capitol C.

[@RandySantel]

Hey thank you! I appreciate ya!!

[@robertlangner9051]

Great job Randy! As always!

[@RandySantel]

I appreciate you!!

[@michaelrappaport9878]

Randy all these challenges getting raised and then new challenges like this im glad to hear about the bike. But please use good discretion we love you

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for your concern, I appreciate you!!

[@thatbobusguy]

Looked good! Buche and lengua tacos is where it's at though! Great win, Randers!

[@RandySantel]

Ohhh those sound yummy!!

[@leancarter6308]

first video in years.. you look great man! keep it up big dog.

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and I appreciate you watching again!!

[@TuellTimeAdventures]

As soon as you dumped that red sauce on the tacos I thought, "Oh, he's going to regret that!" Great win, but good luck later! 🥵😆

[@RandySantel]

Haha I wished there was more green sauce for sure haha

[@breezeh1127]

I love street tacos ❤ You did amazing!

[@olddudecaneat]

Congratulations That was a close one. Maybe in a few months, I would like to try it.

[@RandySantel]

A quick time limit!

[@juliayoung537]

Wow! I can't wait to see you and Katina doing a challenge together again ❤😊

[@shy_blizzy94]

1241 wins I'm so happy for you and proud of you for all the hard work you've put in to your goals as well as your challenges inspires me to wanna be better and do better been watching you for years and i appreciate you sharing every part of your life you allow us to see i continue to wish you the best

[@RandySantel]

Hey cheers and I appreciate your long time support!! That’s awesome ❤

[@simonforester424]

Only you can crush a challenger in under 15 minutes AND ensure that your plate has been cleaned. Always leaving no doubt. Cheers! 🍻💪

[@RandySantel]

I always leave no doubt when possible

[@robmarineforever9156]

I didn't see the Facebook vid, just not into Facebook anymore.. but yeah I could sense your frustration. Glad you managed to pull this one.. look forward as always to the next one

[@RandySantel]

Hey cheers and thanks for watching on KZbin!!

[@briancartoscelli8029]

Excellent job! I like particular challenge personally! 🚴

[@RandySantel]

Thank you ❤

[@raechelann]

The head movement when eating :))

[@user-kr3hm8gb3j]

I was going through these comments to see if anyone else noticed how much his head n body bounce lol

[@RandySantel]

I’ve been doing that for 14 years lol I was trying to help chew haha

[@virtualassistantel1853]

i watch mukbang style stuff on 2x, and it was pretty hilarious

[@airfoxtrot2006]

Great video Randy my friend it looks delicious 😊

[@RandySantel]

Thank you and yes it was a tasty challenge!!

[@TimboWhite-sh6bb]

Good Luck With That There My Good Little Bro Randy Santel Sir

[@RandySantel]

Thank you!!

[@TimboWhite-sh6bb]

@@RandySantel You're Welcome So Very Much There My Good Little Bro Randy Santel

[@TimboWhite-sh6bb]

Thank You So Very Much There To Everyone Else

[@billa3785]

Congrats on the win. That is a lot for a short timeframe. I just watched Katina go through a burger challenge, and thought about that big bacon one you just did. Originally thought you were slowly migrating towards Nashville, but saw you say you were going back north for Shepperd's pie. That looks monstrous.

[@RandySantel]

I have about 20 videos to post and then I’ll venture to non-north areas

[@monicagraham3179]

Great job Randy and I’m new to the channel and I just love you and Katina.

[@Captnoteeth]

Wow.. Randy made a video with almost no talking.. nice take down.. keeping those challenges rolling

[@RandySantel]

Haha cheers and I appreciate you watching!!

[@PuppyPawsGamingYT]

street tacos are my top 3 fav food, they all looked delicious!

[@RandySantel]

They are yummy!!

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Randy! Now this is one I’d love to try. No way in hell beating 15 minutes though. Maybe 1 of each type. Great job! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@RandySantel]

I let them know after that 15 minutes is crazy lol

[@louroberts5567]

Randyyyy! Well, I'm not a taco guy, but I have to admit, THOSE look REALLY good! Wait a sec, I have to get in on the fun. RANDY, RANDY, RANDY!!😄 WOOOO-HOOOO!! That was close! Congratulations on ANOTHER "W!" in the books!! On to the next! Have a great week! God bless. Hi, Katina!

[@RandySantel]

Cheers and thanks for watching!! This was a fun one and hope all is well!! Cut it close haha

[@pamelaruszczyk1145]

Wow! That’s a lot of tacos to eat in 15 min. Good job 👍

[@RandySantel]

Agreed!!

[@pennsylvaniaslim]

I love the hawaiian sound track edit and you're looking good mister santel, happy you graduated and received the masters degree nutritionist certification, I'm sure that was a big relief to family and close friends. Good luck to you and the misses in future upcoming competitions and life in general big guy, signed fellow saint peters,mo. fan 4 life.

[@RandySantel]

Almost done with my degree and I’m very excited

[@pennsylvaniaslim]

@@RandySantel stacy

[@derek2297]

Way to kill it Randy, Great job!

[@johnymadball]

I knew you had it! Was diggin the guitar track.

[@RandySantel]

Glad you liked it!! ❤

[@dwkcamman611]

A win is a win, great job!!

[@Jo-Froggy]

Dooosh!! Smashed it u beaute !!! ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@lisavyse3538]

Aah bless you always leaving no doubt. Well done Randy 👏 😁💪🙌👌

[@RandySantel]

Cheers I appreciate ya!!

[@hachiback6018]

Good job Randy. Keep up the appetite

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate ya!! ❤

[@robertlease5451]

Another excellent challenge and job man that was qick

[@RandySantel]

Thank you ❤

[@alanshine7575]

Thats a tough pace to keep wow no room for error

[@SuperSickNerd]

Looks so good!!

[@mooredefense]

You really had to “shut up and eat” 😂 crazy challenge 🫡

[@RandySantel]

That’s for sure!!

[@hbee921]

Hey Randy! Delicious looking tacos! I know that you'll smash this challenge!🌮🌮🌮🌟🌟🌟❤

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for watching!!

[@msa4548]

This is now the second taco that Randy has had on that I'd like to try. The other being the 2# in Detroit.

[@RandySantel]

Both were very difficult!!

[@msa4548]

@@RandySantel understandable, I'm not interested in the challenges, just the tacos from those two places look really good.

[@stevengolen]

I thought about it, but if you struggled then it’s a no for me! Great job! 😊😊😊

[@RandySantel]

Haha it’s a quick time limit!

[@ev446]

dude that challenge is crazy. That 15 min time limit is almost no time.

[@RandySantel]

Agreed haha def no time for enjoyment

[@marmaladetheclown]

I love how ppl try to say boom at the same time as him

[@RandySantel]

Haha it is pretty cool!

[@ddraidex6842]

I was afraid you would not finish but you did it great job.

[@RandySantel]

I was skeptical about 5 minutes in!

[@lizzitish0721]

Okay so, that challenge is not going to be beaten again soon! 😂 Great job pushing through, sorry I missed the live! 😊

[@RandySantel]

Pretty much for pro eaters with that time limit

[@rugbyballs25]

Love you randy your a machine keep her lit bro

[@leighboggs6374]

Thats definitely the time to Beat Brother!!! @Randy Santel

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate ya!!

[@belegendary7271]

you are looking great my man

[@RandySantel]

I appreciate that and have a great day!

[@tonytrumble]

Good job, that was a tough one!

[@normanrambo4189]

Randy win or lose you are the best. Of course we are always thrilled when you win. God bless you and Katina. Love and prayers.🙏❤🙏❤

[@RandySantel]

Thanks for watching us both ❤

[@n22pdf]

Well done Randy your looking and sounding a lot more trim buddy 😊 Pete 🚴🏻👍

[@amandahaj7608]

Looked like our cat hacking up a hair ball at the end.good job

[@RandySantel]

Haha the two tortillas each was tough

[@Bassman0683]

Great job Randy! Now I gotta go get tacos 😂

[@RandySantel]

Hopefully not ones with two tortillas each! lol 😂

[@batmanz62]

I grew up in Waukegan ,nice to see you there way to go Randy

[@Trae1664]

Bro, lookin good my dude. Puttin in that work

[@RandySantel]

Hey cheers I appreciate ya

[@jamesbacon6489]

I’m going to Taco Bell this Saturday so this is gonna add fuel to looking forward to having some however another excellent job on beaten the challenge and can’t wait for the next one.

[@RandySantel]

Enjoy and thanks for watching

[@samuelsiedschlag4486]

Nicely done, Randy.

[@RandySantel]

Thank you kindly!

[@Kattuti]

It doesnt matter whether you win by an inch or a mile. A win is a win🎉

[@RandySantel]

Amen and thanks for watching!!

[@rubendevereaux6086]

Wow, ya sabemos que la raza está en todos lados! Cuando están en Michigan están en todos lugares! Felicidades!

[@jeffgreene1055]

Great job once again @RandySantel 👏👏👏 would still love to know what model and make your spin bike is and also how portable it is. TIA and great job again my man. 🍻

[@RandySantel]

It’s heavy but it’s a Stages Indoor Cycling bike from 2019

[@jeffgreene1055]

@@RandySantel Thank you kind sir as I'm looking for something I can set up in my living room and then takedown afterwards and put it aside till the next day so it's not taking up too much real-estate in the household. 🍻 If you ever make it to Newfoundland, Canada...hit me up and I'll take ya one a tour of some of the best sites, eats and breweries that the east coast of the island has to offer my man. ✌💚

[@thasleemst8764]

Very good Randy ☺️

[@josephsaunders8618]

You really are lookin good. Very inspirational

[@failedstates5315]

Nice to see ya crush a speed challenge dude!

[@RandySantel]

Thank you ❤

[@jonathansongco4302]

Incredible.

[@kevinbokesch6665]

That is the home of Jack Benny... at least on his show! 😂😂

[@RandySantel]

I’ll have to look up who that is lol

[@kevinbokesch6665]

@RandySantel oh wow! He was a big comedian in Radio and later TV...from the 20s to the 70s... you can look him up and you'll see! LOL

[@rudevalve]

Certified Gold!!!!!

[@RandySantel]

I appreciate ya ❤

[@jdhsingi]

looked yummy Best of luck following your dream

[@RandySantel]

Thank you sir!! ❤

[@jordantoler9634]

Beast Mode 🦾

[@kcmob08]

Killed it 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@rmannayr2129]

THOSE TACOS LOOK GOOD!