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    El Primo

    4.5 (308 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Bacon, egg and cheese taco with mild green salsa
    Holly O.

    I stopped at the El Primo food truck this morning. They are super friendly with fast service. It seems like a lot of people go to the coffee shop next-door and then get tacos here. There are also picnic tables outside to eat. My taco was delicious and they did not skimp on the eggs or cheese. Delicious way to start the day. They also have tortas and burritos.

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    Steven L.

    I've been a Burrito Factory loyalist for almost 20 years now, but had never tried El Primo before. Only reason we decided to come here is because Burrito Factory was closed on Thanksgiving week. I had three of their tacos, and they were all pretty good. I enjoyed the lengua the most, and also ordered the pastor and asada tacos as well. Pretty simple with cilantro and onion, good sized portions, and overall excellent value. The only reason I give it a 4-star is that there are tastier tacos out there, and Burrito Factory burritos are far superior imo. The value of these tacos are undeniable, however, in a city where tacos can be up to $10 for a single taco!

    R: Chorizo, Egg and Cheese Taco L: Migas, Ham, Egg and Cheese Taco
    Paula T.

    The EXACT type of breakfast tacos I was looking for. I've been to both Torchys and Taco Deli and El Primo blows them out of the water. What I love about these tacos is that the meat is all chopped and mixed in with the egg. I can't stand when they just add eggs and bacon in a taco. What's the fun in that? Also, the chorizo was perfectly seasoned, spicy and mixed in well with the egg. The red salsa is also the perfect spicy addition. So far, these are my favorite breakfast tacos in Austin.

    Bethany G.

    El Primo is a small truck in a parking lot, with no designated parking, and 2 small benches to sit in. It's not much to look at, as an establishment, but the food and prices were great, so the rest will have to suffice! We ordered some breakfast tacos, a torta, and a quesadilla. The quesadilla was mid, but the tacos and torta were full of flavor. There's really nothing better than a breakfast taco. The tacos don't have any fluff (no onion, or cilantro on top) so the star for me was the torta, which was creamy and delicious. They offer a variety of protein options - be sure to try the asada and barbacoa, for sure. The service was okay. They are a cash only establishment, but the website doesn't mention that. When we arrived and found out the only option was to place an order online and pay through the app. This was a longer process, with a longer wait time, but better than not having an option at all. The website only allowed you to pick a time 30 minutes out, but the person taking orders was able to speed that up a bit. We didnt see an option for drinks on their menu, so we ended up going into the nearby coffee shop while we waited. TLDR: I'm not rushing back tomorrow, but for a flavorful, quick, inexpensive breakfast taco, there are 1,000 worse choices in austin.

    Bijoy G.

    __THE__ place for your ATX taco fix!!! Start with the breakfast tacos and branch out from there. You simply can't go wrong. Open in the am till 3pm. Bring cash, it's cheaper. Outdoor seating, and Once Over Coffee for your coffee fix. Hassle-free parking west of S 1st.

    Bean, Egg and Cheese Taco
    Iman Z.

    Stumbled upon this place through instagram so decided to come out to try their breakfast tacos. Service was great and the food came out quickly. They have 2 tables to outside the truck to sit. Only downside was parking is a little tricky if the parking lot is full. Bean egg and cheese: 8.5/10, not the biggest fan of beans but the flavor here is amazing. Great vegetarian option Migas: 8/10, simple and delicious. The egg is an omelette with cilantro and tortilla strips cooked into it.

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    Kim P.

    Stopped by on a frigid morning to pick up a few breakfast tacos. I was the only one there and when I ordered, he told me it would be a few minutes. I got two bacon, egg and cheese, one sausage egg and cheese, and one beans and cheese taco. The gentleman quickly prepared my tacos and I was on my way. He asked if I wanted sauce and explained green was not as hot and red was hot. Boy was he right on that! Green had a decent spice to it and it was more than enough for me. I tried the bacon, egg and cheese and liked that the bacon was well cooked and the filling for the taco was generous. I took this to go, though loved the look of the food truck.

    Barbacoa
    Justin P.

    The El Primo crew was very nice, and I'll probably try it again if I'm in the neighborhood, but the tacos were hit or miss for me. To be completely up front, I did order them and take them home (about a 12-15 min drive), so they weren't 100% fresh when I ate them. I ordered migas, pastor and barbacoa. The migas, which I was most looking forward too, was my least favorite. The eggs seemed dry & over cooked and there wasn't much flavor, so salsa was required. I've heard things about how stuffed the migas tacos are, but it seemed about average, maybe a bit less less compared to my favorite spots. The barbacoa was good. Basic, but the onion and cilantro is really all you need. It had less flavor than some barbacoa I've had, but it was moist and I think the corn tortillas were good; thin but held up to the moisture. I think I would liked a bit more or the richness that beef fat often provides. The pastor was probably my fav, and they were pretty good. A nice savory/peppery flavor, moist, and nicely complemented by the onion and cilantro. I didn't love the salsa, though if I were to choose, I'd go Verde. It has a more fresh flavor to it, good with meat. The Roja was hot I was warned it was a little too hot for my taste.

    Taco Chicken
    Ang F.

    Traditional tacos. Simple and tasty. Austin staple, food truck. Run by welcoming smiles and energetic personalities. It's been a long time coming, enjoying these tacos. Ordered one chicken, pastor, and barbacoa, as well as one egg and chorizo breakfast taco. Always say yes to the onion and cilantro. Prepare for finger-licking messiness. What stands out to me most is how juicy and moist the taco meats are. I'm usually one to jump to the sauces, which are also really good, but these meats were good enough and not really needing extra flavor or moistness. Definitely worth the cash-only and limited hrs. Perfect for a Saturday morning. If the weather is not ideal, there is a coffee shop nearby with a good amount of tables, otherwise you're free to enjoy at the picnic table Primo has available for guests.

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    Victor H.

    El Primo is a known staple in Austin for years. I found them through a YouTube video that appeared on my feed and knew I had to check them out. https://youtu.be/0jTHnyobAGU Upon seeing the video, I'm reminded of why taco spots like El Primo are the definition of the American Dream. Hard work + determination + passion = living a prosperous life you can be proud of. Apply that to tacos? Well of course I'm down for that! They are known for their breakfast tacos which are always available and they don't disappoint with the well-seasoned egg mixed with the protein served in that warm tortilla. The egg/chorizo and migas/ham/egg breakfast tacos were some of the best breakfast tacos i've had. Also got a lengua taco which was also succulent as the meat was super tender with that grease dripping from the taco when you're about to devour it. The staff is welcoming and full of grace as you can see with the way they take your order and serve it to you with a smile and warm thank you. This truck continues to be a staple for Austin's taco scene and it doesn't surprise me people rave about it and keep returning. I'm definitely a fan myself and this will be on my eats rotation whenever I'm in the state capital of Texas. Vamos El Primo!

    Chorizo, lengua, pastor

    I've been eating here for ten years and there simply aren't better tacos from better people anywhere. If I'm anywhere near Austin I will always stop by and after a 3 year gap it's like I never left, down to my order being remembered. Grab some tacos, buy some red salsa, chat a bit. You won't regret it.

    Soo good!
    Linda L.

    Yum!! Had a tripe, lengua, and el pastor tacos. My daughter has the quesadilla and was very pleased. It's cash only if you are ordering there, you can also order ahead online, but it's slightly more. Would definitely go again. The tripe was crispy, the lengua has a good chew. They gave you salsa on the side. There are a few different tables to sit at for the food truck. I guess Daniel Radcliffe used to live close by and has talked about them and there is a bit of hype and a line on weekends. I went on a Monday at an off time and was happy the line wasn't too bad. The ambiance is a parking lot casual near Hu la hut. :)

    Cynthia H.

    This food truck is a gem! You know its good when there is always a line at lunch time, and my cousin and I came here two days in a row! Fresh, made to order tacos, burritos, tortas and quesadillas. They have breakfast tacos too. The woman who took our order was so nice and efficient. We decided to order all the tacos they offer since we were feeding a lot of family that was visiting. We ordered cheese quesadillas for the kids and they loved them too! Everything was so tasty and the Verde sauce they have is my favorite! It is Cash only here and there are a couple tables if you want to eat there. A great taco truck you should try if in the area!

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    Great breakfast tacos! I got the sausage and egg taco and la barbacoa taco. Tasted like home!

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    Taqueria De Diez

    Taqueria De Diez

    4.7
    (559 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    The entrance is easy to miss: a door marked only by a primitive "TACOS" spelled out in those tacky…read moremailbox stickers, tucked inside a tiny bar hidden down an alley off Trinity Street. Once you're inside, though, the whole operation runs with impressive efficiency. You order at the register, take your receipt, and hand it off to one of the taco guys behind the counter. As the sign says, "No Ticket, No Taco!" so don't lose it. Seating is limited and the line can get long, but they move fast. And don't come expecting cheese or sour cream -- the only add‑ons here are cilantro, onions, salsa, and guacamole. It's a stripped‑down menu, and they stick to it. The tacos are solid. The beef isn't anything remarkable, but the chicken is tender, moist, and genuinely flavorful. The quesadilla is the sleeper hit; the baked cheese gives it a deep, savory punch that outshines the tacos. And if you're hungry or just want the best value, the burritos are enormous -- stuffed right up to the tortilla's structural limit. A hidden little alley spot that delivers quick service, simple options, and reliably good food once you manage to find the door.

    Still incredible. The proteins are constantly coming fresh off the grill, crispy and resplendent…read morewith browning and char. These flavors make it all the way into every bite, carried by a guacamole sauce that'll coat your tongue. Everyone I saw there left their plates empty. If you go - and you'll feel more alive if you do - make sure to accept the works. The onions and cilantro greatly balance each bite, while the salsa and guacamole are necessary and fundamental to tying the flavors together.. Despite their popularity, service remains lightning fast. The reluctantly bilingual cooks practically seize your order ticket to guide you through the process. This is my second taco journey to Austin and I haven't found better.

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    Las Trancas

    4.6
    (625 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    I've been on a hunt for a great taco spot, and I think I finally found it…read more It wasn't busy when we got there, and our food came out pretty quickly. I ordered an al pastor, lengua, and asada taco, and honestly, they were all so good. The asada was my favorite, but the other two were right behind it. The meat was flavorful, and the salsas had some heat to them, which I appreciated!!! My boyfriend ordered the chicken burrito, and it was just okay. The chicken was shredded and could've used a little more seasoning for my taste. I'm also not a huge fan of lettuce in a burrito, so that may have played a part in it not being my favorite. That being said, I'm definitely coming back because those tacos were SO good. Next time, I want to give the burrito another shot and order it my way. If it's anything like the tacos, I have a feeling it'll be a winner.

    Reasonable prices, and good quality. Wish their sauces were spicier, but I also don't think they're…read moremade in house so maybe that's why. Tacos were delicious! Al pastor is on the more firm side rather than fatty soft pieces, I think it's a decent balance although would've liked a bit more soft (personal preference). I would come back if I was in this part of Austin again, and was really craving some reliable tacos. It's not impressive enough for me to go out of my way to eat, but it's a really good choice if you're passing through already. They're also very quick to get the food out, and the seating area is outdoors but has fans in some spots.

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    Velvet Taco

    4.5
    (819 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    Perfect spot for late-night tacos!…read more The best part is that they have great vegetarian options, including both paneer and tofu tacos, and both are absolutely delicious. It's not always easy to find flavorful vegetarian tacos, so this place was a pleasant surprise. I loved it so much that I ended up visiting twice during my two-day trip to Austin. If you're in the city, this place is definitely worth checking out!

    Needed a quick bite and walked two blocks from my hotel straight into downtown Austin's busy…read moreCongress Avenue stretch, right at the corner of 6th Street in the middle of the Warehouse District energy. Sixth Street's neon and noise are basically next door, the Capitol sits up the hill, and the whole area is packed with people, bars, and that classic Austin mix of polished downtown hustle and late-night chaos. Velvet Taco is pure counter-service: you walk right up, order at the register, and then grab a seat. There's plenty of seating, so even with a couple of kids in tow it was no problem finding a spot. The place leans hard into what can only be called white-people tacos--soft, sad flour tortillas that taste like they came straight out of a grocery-store package, loaded with every wild creation the kitchen can invent. Global mashups, brunch hybrids, burger impostors, the works. No one is pretending these are the real deal. I went for the chicken-and-waffles taco, which was actually built on a thin, real waffle instead of a tortilla. Surprisingly good--crispy, a little sweet, chicken holding its own. The burger taco tasted exactly like a cheeseburger that had wandered into a tortilla and decided to stay. We also tried the shrimp taco (fine), one daughter got the kids' chicken taco (perfectly kid-level), and the other ordered the chicken tikka (spicy, saucy, and very much in the "why is this on a tortilla?" category). Everything was okay. Comparable to Torchy's in that same creative-American-taco lane. If you're looking for a true Mexican taco, stay far away. But if you just want to play around with some decent flavors on a cheap flour store-bought tortilla while sitting in the middle of downtown Austin, this is your spot. Not my favorite. Glad I tried it. Won't be back.

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    OneTaco

    4.3
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    1.7 mi
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    After a few drinks at Cockfight Bar around the corner, we stopped by for a late-night bite before…read morecalling it a night--and I'm so glad we did. These are honestly some of the best tacos I've had in Austin! The pastor was cooked perfectly: flavorful, slightly crispy around the edges, and packed with plenty of meat, all wrapped in a delicious handmade tortilla. Every bite was so good that I immediately wanted more. I also ordered a quesadilla, which was perfectly cheesy and just the right size to satisfy without feeling too heavy. Honestly, if I had more room, I would have ordered enough tacos to last me the whole next day! I'll definitely be coming back the next time I'm in Austin. This spot is a must-try for anyone craving amazing tacos.

    The branding in here is almost enough to make it worth the trip. I loved the mask stenciled into…read morethe double doors, the playful color palette, and the Coke bottle cap stools they're hiding by one of the counters. I dropped in at 7:30a on a Friday, and watched a steady stream of people come in for takeout. All our food came quickly. Apparent regulars got a friendly recognition by the front of house when they got to the front of the line. I had a Migas and a Taco Jefe. The fill ratio was correct: I was able to hold it closed without really squeezing, and better, nothing was soggy to weaken the very lightly warmed tortilla. But I wanted a higher salt level in the eggs and steak, and some crisp on both proteins would've improved texture balance. It's pretty solid. I think my mom would give it a 5. But for me, it's a solid 4.

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    Veracruz All Natural

    Veracruz All Natural

    4.1
    (590 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    OMG where do I start? My plans started horribly today, and I didn't even plan on eating here today,…read morebut the food here at Veracruz All Natural completely turned my day around. I had only stopped by this Food Truck (area) to try Desnudo Coffee, and spotted this business. I had heard some good things about Veracruz, but I was planning lunch elsewhere. Well, that other spot was CLOSED ON WEDNESDAYS! Seeing my situation, I saw it as opportunity to try the options at Veracruz --- including the famous from Food Network, migas taco. I ordered 4 tacos: the migas, migas poblano, shrimp macha (!!), and the Dona Reyna tacos. All of these specific tacos were priced between $6 and $6.75 per taco, not bad in Austin, and not bad considering the quality of said tacos. As you can see from my order, I opted on the more "novel" choices and they did not disappoint; that said, I do HIGHLY recommend the two variations of the migas taco and the shrimp macha taco. Oh, the shrimp macha was so FIRE, the flavors were bold and smoky with a kiss of heat. The migas tacos were FULLY LOADED, and the scramble with the tortilla chips were flavorul. TIP: They will ask corn or flour --- do flour. Everything is handmade, but those corn tortillas fall apart with all the sauce. Flour = durable and flavorful. I had plans, but the Universe had other plans for me that were superior. Try Veracruz All Natural --- and if your limited on $$$, you can snag 3 EXCEPTIONAL LOADED TACOS for about $20, that you will not find anywhere else!

    The Austin heat was breathing down my neck like a dragon as I walked a place recommended by a…read morecoworker. I walked into this unassuming restaurant and perused the menu, which felt like Mexican tarot cards. Pictures. Titles. Small description. It all looked basic. But simple food made with fresh ingredients and seasoned well has won Michelin stars. Unfortunately, I don't foresee them receiving one. The al pastor taco was tasty. The steak taco had too much fat in it. If I was strictly bashing this review on the food. I'd give it a three. It's not worth the price. Now, the service seemed to be decent until I didn't put a tip on my takeout order. Things seemed to go south. When my name was called, I grabbed the small paper bag and paused. No guacamole. If I hadn't have looked, I could've walked a really long wasteful before noticing. Maybe long enough to not go back. The last behind the counter, said okay I'll get it. It felt like a chore. I said thank you and made the long walk fighting the heat of the dragon's breath once again. The story does not stop there, I thought 3 tacos, a drink, and guacamole couldn't honestly cost $43. The guilt of spending that kind of money on such little food that was also just average, screamed in my conscience. Well, that was because the woman also had not given me my tres leches, which was going to be for my wife. I took the long walk back, stood at the counter for what felt like 10 minutes,and again it felt like a chore to get me what I paid for. No sorry. I would suggest taking a little longer walk to Taqueria de Diez

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    Pueblo Viejo

    Pueblo Viejo

    4.4
    (671 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $

    Tucked away in a building across from Popeye's, this charming little restaurant doesn't have a wide…read morevariety to choose from--but what they offer is pretty special and definitely worth a visit. I ordered 2 steak tacos and horchata, both very delicious. The horchata is milky and sweet but not crazy sweet, and topped off with cinnamon. The steak tacos came out pretty hot, fresh from the grill. I got them on corn tortillas and I'm glad I did: idk if they make them in house but somebody in some house is making these because they definitely aren't store bought, and if they are I want to know where! I tried the orange habanero and creamy serrano salsas. The habanero was spicy off the bat, while the serrano had more of a lingering burn. Both paired well with the steak. They have a little bar, too, though I did not imbibe this time. Seems like they have a decent selection of agave spirits, and even Campari behind the bar (iykyk). Give them a shot, and thank the ladies in the kitchen.

    I personally don't eat breakfast tacos usually, but the breakfast tacos here are delicious. Out on…read morea whim, happen to drive by and saw this place. Decided to come in and the cashier greeted us and was really nice and patient because of questions with the menu. The Taco Bueno is what I had ordered and requested no potato. Sat down and after a few seconds, chips & salsa was delivered. Then after a few minutes, the food came. Quick service for sure and the food, AMAZING. Anyone reading this, try this place out and if u like it, come back! Cuz we are for sure =D

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