Seeing the illustrious Shannon B. create a bookmark for the somewhat nondescript La Fogata Tacos trailer on a hot August morning piqued my interest. My checkin history is littered with plenty of places with 'Taco' in the name. I've made more runs to the border than I'm prepared to admit. So I thought, what the heck! To repay Shannon for planting that seed, I asked if she would have a chance to catch lunch there. So, off we went to Burnet, just south of 183, in front of the self-service carwash on the east side of the road. Being a cheapskate at heart, I couldn't pass up a chance for a cheap breakfast taco. She serves them all day, but they go up by like a quarter at noon. An uninspiring chorizo and egg taco at a sit-down 'tacqueria' the day before left me with a craving. So I order her chorizo (so full of flavor it put the previous day's version to shame), as well as a Sope (which I was surprised to find out does NOT actually mean "soup", and is, in fact like a deep-dish chalupa). Shannon orders the Enchiladas Potosinas, which don't at all look like what we usually think of as enchiladas. Instead, I believe it roughly translates to "These taste so good, how can there be so many of them on my plate for such a good price?!?!" I took my drink choice even more old school: Jarritos de Piña, por favor! All in all, great eats all the way around. The lady who runs the truck seems genuinely concerned that we enjoyed our meal there. Only one picnic table, so more a a place to pick up from than dine at. Shannon assures me the salsas were good, but I already had plenty of spicy chicharron goodness on my sope. We didn't see a place to recycle, so we took our empties with us, pleased with the meal we had at La Fogata Tacos. read more

La Fogata Tacos - Sope con chicharron, y taco de chorizo con juevo - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was leaving my Vet's office and I noticed this taco trailer in the next parking lot in front of a self serve car wash. I walk over, peruse the menu. They have an extensive offering of breakfast tacos for $1.25/each in the morning and $1.50/each after noon. I order 2 tacos, 1 - Carnitas and 1 - Al Pastor, both on Corn. The rest of the tacos are between $1.75 and $2.50 and they also have some other Mexican dishes. Two tacos and $3.75 later I leave with my delectable morsels of heaven complete with onions and light cilantro. They are wrapped in foil in a brown paper bag. Driving home with the dogs, I could not resist the smell, nor could the dogs as they were fixated on every bite I took. The carnitas were nice, tender and juicy. They had a nice seasoning and were pretty impressive. The Al Pastor was also good. It had a nice red color. The pork was not as moist as in the carnitas, but I am not certain Al Pastor is a braised meat like carnitas. The seasoning was flavorful. The corn tortillas held up (a big plus for me). Needless to say, they did not last long. And they were mine, all mine. So sorry to the pups. She gave me salsa, but I never ever opened it. They really didn't need it either. It is one thing to drive and eat tacos, it is another with sauce. Sauce which usually ends up on my shirt. La Fogata has great tacos and they are perfectly priced. I know I will be stopping by next time I am in the hood. read more

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My first food truck since I have recently been inundated with the trend (just moved from Atlanta, where food carts/stands/trucks are illegal)!! And it was a goodie. From other reviews, it appears prices have gone up a bit since. After noon you pay $1.50 per breakfast taco and $0.25 for any # of ingredients over 2. I love the chorizo here since it has lots of flavor and just enough spice for me. Eggs are definitely fresh, none of that ladled watery yellow goop. Green and red salsas available, but both were way too spicy for me. The BF enjoyed them though. Whilst I love breakfast tacos and these were solid, the chicken carnita on a flour tortilla with everything (lettuce, tomato, etc.) really impressed me with its flavor. I think it was $2.75. We've been two days in a row now -- it's definitely become one of our go-to places when we wake up late but crave breakfast tacos. read more

I love La Fogata!! I've followed this food truck around 4 different locations over the past several years. Every time she moves my heart sinks and I start searching the Burnet Rd area until the glorious day I find her again. I say "her" because there is one woman who works six days a week (closed Sundays). She is so kind and attentive, and a big part of the reason I'm so dedicated to this taco truck. The food is delicious. I've gotten the quesdillas, burrito, gordita, sope, torta, and various breakfast tacos, and have never been disappointed. It's made to order and fresh! Good homemade salsas, too. I'd recommend La Fogata to anyone who wants good Mexican food at a reasonable price! read more

You know that eating food from trailers is all trendy now, but you should also know that taco trailers started all that shit years ago. La Fogata is my new fave of these ol' skool Roach Coaches. Parked right across the calle from mi casa, La Fogata can't get any more convenient for myself, or the denizens of Woodchase. Unless they wake me up with a tray of steaming tacos on my bed. (wouldn't that be nice?) But they didn't stop there with getting me hooked. No. They appealed to my wallet as well.. How much is a tasty two-topping taco with tongue-torching salsa? One dollar. Migas taco? One dollar! Now *that* is a bargain for me. The Migas is my fave. All that fresh chopped jalapeno, mixed with the salsa verde, lights me up like a Christmas tree. My guero forehead beads with sweat in less than 2 seconds from the first bite! The service is always friendly, and of course, bilingual. I don't know how the nice lady that takes orders stays upbeat in a trailer the size of a walk-in closet, but she does. The only thing that I can't get with is their hours of operation. They have evening hours some days and morning hours some days, and some days with both, but I haven't cracked the pattern yet. I'll update you if I do. So the next time you're in 78757, and you see the little trailer at the Sparkling Brite Car Wash next to the Gas Pipe, and they happen to be open, stop in and grab a taco or three.. It's a great alternative to the no-customer-service-havin Taco Cabana a block away. read more

Please, do not come here. I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon around 1pm and I wish I didn't. The first response I got was "Are you busy?" Then proceeded by "I have a big order, are you busy?" What kind of greeting is that? I didn't mind waiting, but when I asked for how long I got no response. When she asked for my order, I was already ready to leave. I had no idea how long I would wait for her "big order ". I gave her my order and waited 5 minutes. When I looked inside the cart I saw the lady chillin on her phone with no sign of helping the 5 other people in line. I've had enough. I don't care how good or bad the food was; it wasn't worth it. I don't want to support this type of rude establishment. Do yourself a favor, there are a ton of taco places in town, some down the street, taco deli, taco flats, and I've reviewed many on yelp. Let LA Fogata mistreat someone else. read more

An O.G. not some sad biter like all the trendy trailers. This ish is beast Yo. She got like mad tacos in this piece! Plus I can wash the ride before I go all crazy on my tacos. Maybe I should wash it afterwards cuz I straight murder those suckers without regard to feelings. Plus, boo gave up them digits with the quickness and she lets me call ahead with my order! She doesn't take American express, or visa discover or any of that plastic. Her breakfast tacos go hard! Not some weak skimpy portion either she packs those suckers. I disagree with the person that didn't like the Al Pastor, I enjoy it. read more

To heck with those 99 cent meals! Spend the extra penny you cheap bastard and get some real food! You other reviewers who gave only 4 stars are hedging. I know. I was tempted to hedge also. After all, this is a small operation, and it could very well end up being a victim of its own success. But I have to tell it how it is... in the category of taco stands in Texas, this is as good as it gets. First, lets start with the best thing my taste buds have touched since my first *^$^#: The Chicharron taco: $1.25 (that's 10 bits in ol' school terms, yo.) - If you're a gringo from Illinois, this might be a little spicy for you. On the other hand, I've met some gringos that could take the heat, and still come back for more. Just be warned, if you can handle the chile, you might very well become addicted to this taco. Just writing about it makes me want to go get one - and I just had one this morning! Other breakfast tacos: $1.00 (8 bits yo.) - Standard fare here: potato and egg, chorizo and egg, etc. No surprises. Tastes like homemade. Try 'em in a corn tortilla some time to change things up. The bean and cheese is pretty tasty considering it's just bean and cheese. The carnitas fall a little short of what I would expect, but they are still delicious. The lunch items, like the tortas are basic, homemade dishes. You can't go wrong. Again, it's a taco stand. Don't expect enlightenment. Just good inexpensive food. read more

My two favorite words: delicious and cheap! The green salsa is great as well! Everything is made to order by the sweet lady who owns the truck. My fiancé and I were filled for $11! read more

Amazing. She makes your breakfast tacos to order; I imagine she makes everything to order. They are much better, much larger, and much less expensive than the place next door ($1.50 for migas! MIGAS!) She takes call-in orders. I have been considering gifting my colleagues with some of her tacos on a weekday for brownie points. She only takes cash. Next time you're considering fighting the line at TacoDeli come here instead. read more

I'll admit. I've driven by La Fogata Tacos a 1,000 times (at least) and never stopped. Eating food out of trailers--not parked at carnivals--was a new concept for me and one to which I was skeptically open. After eating tacos out of a stand in a small town in central Mexico, and basking in the deliciousness thereof, my eyes were opened and I saw the light. (Hallelujah.) Wanting something lighter, and not Cabana or Bell (where any visit is grudgingly) I stopped by La Fogata today. I had tacos: 1) barbacoa (on corn tortillas) 2) al pastor (also nestled in corn tortillas) - The barbacoa was nicely spiced, but not heavy-handed as it is other places. - The al pastor was seriously excellent, with the right amount of chew and hints of sweetness supplied by the pineapple hiding among the meat. - Two tortillas contained the goodness. Onions and cilantro rounded them both out nicely. $3.50 was the total for two generously portioned and delicious tacos. Though two tacos was all I was needing today, their menu offerings are extensive. Tortas, enchiladas, sopes, and gorditas are just a few of the other items served. La Fogata is excellent local food up north. If you've been just driving by, as I have for years, you should stop in. I think you'll be glad you did. DETAILS: Cash only, I think. In the parking lot of a car wash. 05/20/10: Second visit. Torta al pastor. Heaped with meat, avocado, Mexican cheese (queso blanco?), veggies and jalapenos, with italian bread--make for a tasty, tasty lunch. (with a bottle of water, $6.50) read more

My favorite food truck in north Austin. I've had everything on the menu, twice, and it's all amazing. Can't recommend this gem enough.

I love going to a food truck!!!!! The food is great for the price and the lady is very friendly. I've been going here for 6 months now and will continue to do so. read more

This place is legit. Before trailers became the foodie's amusement, this was what it was all about. A questionable looking taco trailer on the side of the road, dishing up cheap and tasty food. The woman that runs the place is extremely gracious, and her customers love her. I've had the tacos and gorditas, and both were great. Now, this isn't some shiny Airstream serving up some gourmet fusion specialty delight. This is a taco. A cheap, tasty taco. The forbearer to the trailer trend. If you want the real deal, this is the place. read more

If you're on or around Burnet, this is the place to go for inexpensive tasty tacos. Now I've only tried the chicken fajita and breakfast tacos but I hear the al pastor is out of this world, shame I do not eat pork. For two tacos with all the fixin' and a mexican coke, the total came to $6. The lady who owns the trailer speaks both Spanish and English and is super nice. Support this local cart I say!! read more

I think Lupita makes the best breakfast tacos around! I call her, order, and, when I arrive, she always has a smile & offers a hard candy "on the house". I've eaten her tortas & recommend them, too. She is now at 6546 Burnet Rd. just across the property line from Taqueria Arandas. read more

If you've driven north on Burnet Road towards 183 you've probably seen La Fogata and thought about trying it sometime. You should. Having a taco trailer in the parking lot of the car wash makes parking a breeze. Five steps from your car and you're ready to order. Pretty convenient. You can even call ahead and have tortas, sopes, and dollar breakfast tacos waiting for you when you get there. read more

Delicious and authentic. The very kind business owner makes each order as it is placed, so all the food is fresh and hot.

This place is great. Excellent taco's It's actually at 7113 burnet rd in the Dallas night club parking lot. Best hot sauce in town. read more

She's next to Aranda's now, in the parking lot of the car stereo joint, across from the new construction with Lick etc...; southbound Burnet just south of Justin. Still awesome. read more

I love this taco stand, it is great, good food, great prices, I have been looking for another place like this because this place closes kind of early, you can call your orders ahead, the service is great, and the owners are good people, highly recommended try the Chicharron Tacos spicy and delicious!!! read more

Just dropped off a friend for a procedure and had a couple of hours to kill. Did some shopping on B/R and asked the shopkeep where I could find some good breakfast tacos. He pointed me to the tiny trailer in front of the car wash and said they're pretty good. So I walked over and ordered my usual bacon and egg. Then asked if they could add some pico to it. Two fresh tacos came out, the bacon chopped up with the egg with some tasty pico on top. Made my tongue and tum very happy. Got my morning hot sauce sweat on and loved it! These are the best breakfast tacos I've had in Austin. I went back after eating and gave them a dollar tip. Fast and fresh. read more

Stopped for lunch for myself and my kiddo. I ordered the $4 beef fajita burrito. It consisted chopped beef fajita, refried beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and sour cream. I liked the homemade taste of the burrito and will likely stop by to try the tacos next time. My little guy enjoyed his cheese mini-quesadilla. (Just ask for a small one that is basically a folded over flour tortilla). He especially liked the white cheese. Yay for another inexpensive taco trucks stand! read more

After months of searching for good tacos in Austin I have finally found what my roommate and I consider the best tacos in town. The breakfast tacos are simply wonderful: full of great flavor and evident love: just like mami makes. The business owner, a very sweet señora, offers a good selection of drinks (we enjoyed trying the apple soda) and a very delicious selection of salsas, just like any good Mexican restaurant. The corn and flour tortillas are awesome!! Which something I rarely find myself saying in Austin. The service is great, the prices are great, and the food is, I dare say, some of the best I've had in town. We will keep going back. read more

Just enjoyed the chicharron tacos here. They are open from 8:30 - 3 or 4, depending on when things slow down after lunch. This is delicious food. I'm not even worried about the Taco Deli going in at the shopping center next door to her. If anything, the additional traffic will be good for her business. For $4.50 we each had a perfectly seasoned, bright with plenty of heat, fresh taco on the best corn tortillas. We will be coming back to try the pastor and the carnitas. Remember Maria's on S. Congress when it was still in its original shack years ago? This is as good as that was. And about the same price as that was ten years ago. read more

i like the chicken flautas. but they are always out of the trippas. all in all its pretty good. migas are good too

I love my taco lady!!! She always has the candy I like, and GREEN SAUCE!! Best breakfast tacos in Austin!

This place is so rad. Went there for the first time today, not knowing that they didn't take cards, and instead of having me go to the ATM for some cash, she just told me to pay her back next time! Super nice lady, the food is AWESOME. Her corn tortillas are amazing, and so is the salsa. I will DEFINITELY be eating there frequently. And you should too. read more