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    Dirty Taco and Tequila

    4.3 (347 reviews)
    ModerateTacos, Cocktail Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Outdoor seating

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    Queso
    Georgiana F.

    This was a lovely experience! Restaurant is very busy on a Saturday night so anticipate some sort of a wait. I started with a virgin Coconut Marg from the bar which was exceptional! The queso did leave much to be desired but our entrees were unreal. We shared the lobster coconut burrito which was 1000/10. Then we also shared a handful of tacos which were great. We will absolutely be back!

    Nick M.

    By far my favorite dirty taco location! The tables are not on top of each other and the location is spacious with a big bar and big tables throughout. I ordered 4 different tacos - all were unique and delicious. I love that they have so many options from chicken to steak to seafood and everything in between. I ordered fries for my side which comes with their sauce which is amazing!! I highly recommend this dish. It's a great size to share too. The service was great with our waiter constantly coming back to refill our drinks. They have many tvs with a bunch of games on, it makes for a great atmosphere. I recommend checking them out.

    Destiny C.

    I have been to all of the other dirty taco locations and finally got around to trying Smithtown. They have many different rooms with seating and a large bar with great decor all over. I ordered guacamole for an appetizer which arrived quickly and the whole table was able to enjoy some. They also have queso and salsa for other appetizer options. For my entree, I went with the steak quesadilla which wasn't soggy and had a generous amount of cheese. I enjoyed both and will definitely be ordering it again. Note - they don't take reservations so anticipate waiting during busy times. They have a large parking lot in front and along the side of the restaurant. I also want to point out the great service, our waiter was so friendly and attentive.

    Mexie Mac & Cheese
    Andrew I.

    Good tacos and great vibes! A little loud to talk with your partner but not too loud that it was impossible. Service was quick and attentive, great on that front! The Mac appetizer was pretty great, nice and spicy, very flavorful! The taco trio I chose for Taco Tuesday was good. Nothing crazy but all three were enjoyable!

    Asian pear, kiwi strawberry, blood orange
    Fateha A.

    4/5 "Spicy Blood Orange $13- Tanteo jalapeno tequila, blood orange syrup, blood orange soda, fresh lime, sour mix, agave"- got virgin, really good, not too sweet, I do wish it was a bit more sour, when the ice melts, you're left with jalapeno water which burns like ginger in the back of your throat, but damn that jalapeño water was fire, I couldn't get enough of it, lol 5/5 "queso + chips housemade warm queso + tortilla chips- 9 (card) 9.37" 3/5 "salsa + chips housemade pico salsa + tortilla chips 8.33" Lentil salsa, decent 4/5 "guac + chips housemade guacamole, diced tomatoes, cilantro, lime + red onion - 11.5 (card) 11.97" pretty good guac 5/5 caramelized Brussels sprouts $6 - this was exceptional, slightly sweet but didn't expect it to be this good 4/5 ahi tuna $7- really good but most of the flavor is the sauce, the tuna itself needs more flavor Wish they had non-fried shrimp options, grilled would be nice 3/5 Vietnamese shrimp $7- wish it had more flavor, didn't taste the spice 3/5 sweet plantains $6.24- personally not a fan of this dish since it's too sweet but it was decent, pretty standard

    Food menu
    Mike L.

    4.25 Not your average taco place. On our way back home from Riverhead, we needed to stop for lunch and remembered we wanted to check out one of these locations since it's a small chain. This one happened to be the closest, so we stopped here. The space features the decorations, graphics, and bold colors you'd expect from newer, hipper taco spots, but the menu is what truly sets it apart. It draws heavily from other cultures, especially Asian cuisine, with items like bulgogi, bang bang shrimp, and more. We ordered the habanero ribs, duck bao buns, dirty nachos, and a steak burrito. Overall, the food was pretty decent. As I've mentioned in other nacho reviews, it's important for places to layer ingredients throughout the chips, and this spot does that well, which was a plus. The duck bao buns were surprisingly decent, and the habanero ribs were okay. The burrito was my least favorite, though--despite being marinated in chimichurri, it lacked flavor. I'd definitely check out their other locations. The menu is fun, our server was nice and attentive, and I'm hoping the same experience carries over to their other spots.

    Tacos
    Leticia C.

    Had an amazing time during our ladies night at this establishment. Bang bang shrimp taco was my favorite, along with the pulled pork taco. The sangria was okay imo. Service was phenomenal. Will definitely return.

    Dragon bowl
    John C.

    First time here. Younger crowd but all ages. Service was great. My wife had the "Dragon bowl" and a mojito, I had a model, their signature "Dirty Taco" and the "Jamaican Jerk Taco" . Very spicy but all was very tasty!

    Trent O.

    Visited Dirty Taco at this location a couple of times on work trips. Each time has been a good experience. There is a bar area and a large dining area with different rooms. The cocktails in general have been consistently prepared well, and the margaritas are served in little mason jars. There is a massive array of options when it comes to the food menu, with a bit of an Asian fusion with Tex mex. I have had a number of their tacos, some of which are fantastic with bold flavors and many different garnishes and accoutrements, some were so-so and not memorable. The service is typically friendly l, and the timing is pretty good overall. If you like Mexican cuisine with an Asian influence, give this place a try! There also a number of neat pieces of edgy artwork around the place. Be sure to take a look!

    Top: Birria Taco Bottom: Chimichurri Taco
    Phuong H.

    Tip: CASH DISCOUNT! Service: Standard. The server came around, took orders, brought orders, checked in with us, and brought our check. Nothing more, nothing less. Food: Pork Spare Rib- nice flavor. Even though it had a chili pepper on the menu indicating that it is spicy, there was no spice to it. The flavors were nice together and the pork was tender. Bang Bang Shrimp- kick of heat! This one was actually spicy and I loved it! The crispiness from the battered shrimp and the slaw had a wonderful crunch. Birria- Best! The taco had a nice crunch to the tortilla which helped the taco not fall apart. The consume was thick and flavorful! On to my next adventure...

    Tuna Nachos

    Went here with my friend on Cinco de Mayo & had such a good experience. The wait was pretty average for how busy it was, the food was awesome, & the service was really good. One of the best parts was being able to bring our dogs with us. There was unfortunately a situation where another table had a very hyper dog that ended up going after our dogs, but the manager handled it incredibly well. They quickly addressed the situation, asked the other party to leave, and even gave us a gift card which was really appreciated. You can tell they genuinely care about their customers and handled everything with a lot of grace and professionalism. Will definitely be back & it's really nice knowing my dog is welcome too!

    Naked taco with salmon and tuna
    Matt Z.

    This location is the best in my opinion. The ambiance is fantastic and lots of outdoor spots. The food was also delicious especially the Chayote Strings.

    Chips and guacamole
    Allissa A.

    Cool ambiance. good tacos except my tofu bowl was still a little spicy even if I asked many times if it was and waiter said no so we didn't eat it. They couldn't put the sauce on the side. The rice was also undercooked and hard. The guacamole was good. They don't have any salad. Overall was average. Service is ok.

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    7 months ago

    Amazing service always a pleasure. go back three times a month for a variety of occasions

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    8 months ago

    Had a great time for my friend's birthday! Had such a fun time! Great food and great service!

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    1 year ago

    Went for the first time a few months ago and have been back 5 times since. Food and service is great.

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    1 year ago

    Tacos burritos and margs are so good and the service was top notch. This place doesn't miss! Highly recommend

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    10 months ago

    Amazing service , great vibe with live music! Food as always is delicious. Would absolutely come back.

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    11 months ago

    The dirty blanco tequila is so good. Food is amazing. The best tacos are the bang bang shrimp, birria taco and the southern fried chicken.

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    Fantastic spot with a great atmosphere and delicious food. Love coming here on the weekends

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