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    Matamoros Tacos

    4.4 (83 reviews)
    InexpensiveFood Stands, Tacos
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Egg, bacon, cheese with green salsa
    Haley T.

    We were debating where to get tacos for a little bit since our usual place is closed on Sundays. We decided to try this place and we have no regrets!!!! Everything was really great and well packaged. I really loved how the potatoes were cooked in my tacos. This will be our new stop. Really glad we found a good gem.

    Authentic Mexican food.....NOT TexNex
    Nickie B.

    #NotTexMex ---- we are talking true Mexican food This place is so good, the tacos are fresh, service is fast and the salsas are "spot on". ***Make note, they only take cash....and the menu is in Spanish*** The Carnitas tacos are the best I have had in Austin. Generous portion, grilled onions that still have a snap and the meat is moist (not greasy). The El Pastor are also excellent and not over spiced, nor are the over-cooked (like several places). The breakfast tacos also deserve a shout out. $1.00 for a 2-ingredient taco M-F before 11am. But, I always trick it up and add an ingredient or two. Still very affordable. I have found my NEW favorite taco joint!

    Kristina R.

    Matamoros is the closest taco spot to my apartment complex, literally a stone's throw away. So when I first moved to Austin, I visited a few times out of pure convenience between unpacking boxes and getting settled into a new city. Unfortunately, they did not meet the expectations that all the other positive reviews had set for me. All the tacos I've eaten from here (mostly chicken, carnitas, and pastor) were dry and made without love for the food. Sadly, the meat consistently lacks tenderness, flavor, and juiciness. Seems I will be continuing my hunt for my favorite local taco truck in North Austin!

    4 Chorizo and 2 Bacon....Sauce was delish
    John M.

    I will tell ya this place is a whole in the wall joint, but hey sometimes those are seriously the best. Service was great, fast and friendly. Lots of to go orders but they do have a small dining room. We were on a taco quest as we were headed to Walnut Creek. Tacos with pipping hot and very tasty. I wouldnt hesitate to stop again. Granddaughter loved them as did we.

    Bacon & egg (Tocino y huevos) breakfast taco. Delicious & generous with the meat.
    Gnet A.

    This is a great spot to stop by when you're in the neighborhood. Its a small spot next to a little store with some parking in the front. We asked someone at the body shop we were at to recommend a place with some good breakfast in the area and they lead us to this one with high ratings, so away we went. They have their own entrance but it is adjacent to the store as well. They just sell food here, but you can buy a drink from the store. They have good prices for a decent amount of food and the food is delicious. They make it to order which means the food is fresh, hot & taste like homemade comida(food). I had two of the bacon & egg breakfast tacos for $1 each and the hubby had the Migas breakfast plate; he devoured it. Lol They give you a generous amount of meat in those tacos, so I was very happy about that. The lady that took the order and made the food is super sweet and full of sunshine. There is a limited amount seating and two TVs. They also have other items on the menu besides breakfast which i'm sure will be delicious too. Ill have to come back and try a torta. Check this spot out. Its worth it. Yummmmm!

    "Especial" taco, $2 for a steak, avocado, cheese, cilantro, and onion taco!
    Dan L.

    These are some of the most underrated tacos in Austin. When we drive here, we drive past multiple places with huge lines and are often greeted by an empty store. The salsa bar has more variety than Povlo's and the salsas stand up very well in comparison, especially if you like salsas with some heat. Taco meats can be a bit hit or miss, but the meat is generally good and the portions are generous (the tacos as overflowing and hard to eat without some filling spilling out) considering the tacos are $2. BTW, the pollo, which is often an afterthought, is pretty decent here!

    El Special
    Jamie S.

    The best tacos I have had in all of the Austin area! The meat was tender and flavorful, the tortillas were perfect and didn't fall apart, the grilled onions were cooked just right so they were sweet, but still had a snap to them. The cheese and avocado were the perfect amount of fat... salsas were also perfection. Craving these tacos just thinking about them

    Carne Asada Tacos
    John T.

    I'm from LA so I often crave no frills tacos with just good flavored meat, cilantro, onions, and a good salsa. Matamoros does this. Kinda. There provided a good amount of grilled onions on the side but put lettuce and slices of tomato on my tacos. Ahh, no big deal, I'm not that picky so I just took them off but will remember to ask for just cilantro and onion next time. What I ordered: 2 carne asada tacos 3 carnitas The seasoning and flavor were excellent and there provided huge servings of protein. Their salsa options were pretty spicy so that was a plus too. I will definitely be back, just no lettuce or tomatoes on my tacos please, it reminds me of Taco Bell.

    Arati S.

    Food. Coma. Thank you Yelp. For if it wasn't for you, we would've been deprived of the wonderful Mexican food offered by this establishment known as Matamoros Tacos. What more can I say about their delicious offerings? These are some of the best tacos I've had compared to all the taco trucks I've been too. Their chicken quesadilla was AAH-MAZING....!!!! Delicious queso melted on a corn tortilla with char-grilled chicken served with lettuce, tomato and grilled golden onions. The different sopes were also delicioso. We had the chicken sopes that came topped with queso, beans, lettuce and tomatoes served with a side of those grilled onions again. The quintessential taco truck; open LATE late, delicious mouth-watering authentic Mexican food and easy on the wallet, Matamoros Tacos is a place y'all GOT to try!

    Barbacoa with onion and cilantro on corn tortillas
    Josh R.

    Great taco truck! I've been here a few times now and it's been consistently good each time. The carnitas, pollo, and barbacoa have been my favorite so far. They offer some covered seating and the truck sits on the property of a gas station if you need to grab drinks other than what the truck has. Parking is somewhat limited. Cash only, ATM inside of the gas station.

    Chicken Tacos with flour tortillas and cheese on top! YAAASSS

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    Makes me remember tacos back in gtl, always keep clean something i admire. hookemm

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    The carne asada plate was excellent and reminded me of San Antonio. Very limited seating, be warned.

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    Best damn tacos in my life here in Austin! The carne asada was fireeee and their salsa bar is amazing! Must try!

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    They are out of touch with the times with out this COVID-19 happen they only except cash they don't believe in cashless payment

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    Nice hole in the wall taco shop exactly what I wanted and very helpful. Fresh pico & a liter bottled coke made it a great dinner.

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    Taqueria De Diez

    4.7(561 reviews)
    8.1 miDowntown
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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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    4.6(627 reviews)
    8.2 miEast Austin
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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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    Veracruz All Natural

    4.4(1.2k reviews)
    7.7 miEast Austin
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    Lives up to the hype. Here's the thing--You may end up waiting quite some time for your food…read more However, if you give yourself the time to wait, you will not be disappointed. I had the Migas taco and the La Reyna taco. Both were excellent. I loved the veggies combination on the La Reyna taco. I would want to stop in and eat these every week if I lived in Austin. And the hot sauce was on point, both the green and the red. My husband had the Grilled Fish taco and the Grilled Steak taco. He couldn't decide which he liked better, but mentioned that the steak itself had amazing flavor. Do yourself a favor: free up two hours on your day off; order some tacos; order a Desnudo coffee or matcha or hibiscus tea and enjoy the tree-shaded outdoor dining area while you wait for some truly outstanding tacos.

    Till my all-time favorite tacos in Austin. The shrimp taco is literally the most flavorful shrimp…read moretaco you will ever have. Period. The shrimp is sautéed in this extremely flavorful and spicy chili paste and it is an explosion of flavor in your mouth. The fish taco is also absolutely amazing. For the vegetarians, their cauliflower taco is great. And for the meat lovers, they're steak and Barbacoa taco is off the charts. Their beverages and juices freshly made in house are also always hit. Hard to find such fresh juices at that price point anymore.

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    Velvet Taco - Velvet Taco 8

    Velvet Taco

    4.4(821 reviews)
    7.8 miWarehouse District, Downtown
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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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    4.3(155 reviews)
    8.0 miDowntown
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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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    4.1(590 reviews)
    8.2 mi
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    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

    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!

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    4.4(672 reviews)
    9.6 miOltorf/East Riverside
    $

    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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