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    Taco Boy

    3.6 (1k reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Tina H.

    DISAPPOINTED This place came highly recommended by several people. When we got here, it took 45 minutes just to get drinks. Then when we received them, they were not what we had expected. And the quesadilla was burnt. Just was not pleased.

    Baskets make cute decor!
    Kimberly W.

    We loved the guacamole & chips (delicious and too many-you should probably share if you're not sure), and the tacos were yum! The ambience was the best-super cute & great service, too!

    Crispy avocado taco
    Doretta W.

    Bohemian island feel with unique taco combos. Everyone on the table loved what they ate .. tacos, guacamole, rice bowl, hot dog. I lived the crispy avocado taco even if the fillings were a little skimpy. The service was friendly.

    Taco platter (pick 3)
    Jillian B.

    Had mixed feelings about taco boy. I really liked their decor, and service was super friendly. The food didn't wow me, but it wasn't particularly bad either. Just somewhere in the middle, average. There were a few misses though, like being brought the wrong taco, or them not being made with the right tortilla. Additionally, the margarita pitcher not really having 6 drinks as advertised (closer to 5). The hot sauce was good, had a nice heat that built and then persisted through the end of the meal. Overall would give 3 stars for a fairly average experience.

    Amelia S.

    Taco Boy is a large indoor-outdoor restaurant close to the beach. It can accommodate a large party, though you may have a wait. While the live music and general ambiance is nice, the service was very slow and the food sub-par. The chips and dips were tasty, but the tacos are generally very small, dry, and have little protein. The side of black beans we all received tasted burnt and unpleasant. Staff was very nice and accommodating to our group and we loved the live music, but the food was so-so.

    Allison S.

    Lots of vegetarian options. The taco salad with vegetarian chorizo was delicious. Also the street corn was excellent. Beautiful outdoor environment.

    Nina C.

    This taco boy is huge compared to the one downtown. Our bartender Colin was so friendly and down to earth. We got a couple margarita and a small snack - their trio chip dip hit the spot with salsa, queso and house-made guacamole! We sat at the main bar downstairs and it was a nice atmosphere. A bit pricy but expected since you're right on folly beach but it's a good vibe.

    Food was okay, kinda bland and didn't finish it. The drinks were really good but came after our food. We were finished for maybe 15 minutes before our serve came back to check on us. Going back to the food, it was okay, not worth $20 in my opinion and my boyfriend and I both woke up feeling nauseous and sick and this place was the common denominator. What a shame because it's a cute place. Just kinda mid and might make you sick.

    Guac
    Alex P.

    Love that this place is close tot he beach. They have multiple bars. Rooftop was closed during the day on a Friday but sat at the bar instead. The bartender was great and conversational. The chips and guac were just average, as well as the margaritas. The tacos were delicious. I tried a crispy avocado and firecracker shrimp taco which were both delicious. I would definitely come back for a quick bite off the beach but would likely just stick to tacos.

    Carnitas, kimchi, shrimp & pulled pork on corn with a pitcher of Cadillac margarita. Chips & salsa appetizer.
    Talina A.

    Was there Sunday afternoon/ early evening for a snack. I always have to get my taco boy fix when on folly. We sat at the bar downstairs because the upstairs bar was closed & the seating outside is super tiny. It can hold maybe 15 people facing the ocean & all chairs were taken. There was a dj spinning tunes on the lower deck, which was nice, however, the music was way too loud! The bar tender had a hard time understanding what my boyfriend & I were saying & vice versa. The food was good as usual but the kimchi was a little spicier than I remembered. I never thought I'd say this, but the margarita was too big for us two Maybe if we were there just for drinks we could have finished it but we were pretty full from the food.

    Oliver was very attentive server and was outstanding in every aspect always on point. Drinks were always cold. Will visit again because of Oliver.

    Karen B.

    Delicious Mexican food with good service and cool vibes. We started out with the chips and salsa trio which was very flavorful. I had the taco boy salad with black beans. He had the rice bowl and she had the kimchi beef tacos. All the food was filling but a little pricey. I'd still come back regardless.

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    Ask the Community - Taco Boy

    Do they ever have frosé?? I haven't been able to get it for over a month!

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    Taco Boy takes reservations!

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