I just got out of the gym and was starving, so I was looking for something high in protein. I've…read moredriven by Taco Express countless times since they opened a few months ago, but I had never actually stopped in. I remember when this used to be the old KFC, and from the outside it still looks a little run down, but today I finally decided to give it a shot.
I was originally going to order the Thursday special, the Express Burrito, because it was discounted. However, it came with chicken, and I was really craving beef, so I decided to order the Mexican Burrito instead. It comes with asada, rice, refried beans, cilantro, onions, and cheese.
The customer service was great. The young lady at the counter was friendly, took my order quickly, and made the whole process easy. Nothing over the top, just good, relaxed service that I appreciate.
When I took my first bite, the burrito was absolutely piping hot. I actually had to wait a second before taking another bite, but honestly, that's a good sign because you know it's fresh. The flavor was incredible. The asada was tender, well-seasoned, and had that fresh grilled taste. Every bite was loaded with meat and ingredients, and I even noticed a slight hint of lime that really brought everything together. The cheese was perfectly melted, the onions and cilantro added freshness, and the rice and beans made it filling without overpowering the meat. The burrito itself was a really good size, and I never felt like they skimped on the ingredients.
I also tried the salsa that came with it. It was good and paired well with the burrito, but it didn't have as much flavor or heat as I was expecting. I'd personally give the salsa about a 5/10. It wasn't bad by any means--it just could use a little more kick.
The burrito, on the other hand, was easily a 9/10. With just a little more flavor in the salsa, this could honestly be a perfect 10. My total came out to about $15.15, which is definitely on the pricier side, but that's about what you'd expect to pay for a quality burrito nowadays, and the portion size made it worth it.
Overall, I'm really glad I finally stopped in. Fresh ingredients, a flavorful burrito, solid portions, and friendly customer service made for a great first experience. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu, and if you're driving by wondering whether it's worth stopping in, I'd say give it a shot. You might be pleasantly surprised like I was.