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    Taco Casa

    3.8 (135 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    John L.

    I was one of Taco Casa's first customers in Tuscaloosa 51 years ago! Today, I was charged $2.80 for a cup of ice to help take a pill with. NOT GOOD...PLUS, I GOT HASSLED ABOUT IT

    Taco Casa restaurant near Lakeshore Parkway
    Angela T.

    If you are ever nearby the Lakeshore parkway area, please stop at Taco Casa. This Taco restaurant has been my favorite "comfort food" restaurant since my sons was in high school in this area. The tacos are delicious. The Taco Salad never disappoint my taste buds and the Beefy nachos with Jalapeño peppers fit the appetite for spicy food. The customer service is very good and on point for all my visits. The ambiance is calm and friendly atmosphere to enjoy meals during anytime of the day.

    The tacos were packed with flavor, especially the beefbit was juicy and well seasoned. The tortillas were fresh and slightly toasted, which added a nice texture. I just wish the portion was a little bigger for the price. Service was friendly but a bit slow during peak hours. The place had a fun, casual vibe, great for a quick bite.

    Beef Chimalupa (Taco Salad)
    Shameka C.

    It has been a while but I decided to stop by and order the Beef Chimalupa (Taco Salad). The line to the drive-thru was long but I patiently waited and placed my order and it was ready when I made it to the window. This salad is very filling with generous amounts of meat, beans, and cheese. Not sure if I was hungry but I ended up eating the flour tortilla bowl. I rarely eat the tortilla bowl, glad I did because it was good and fresh. I have tried other things on the menu in the past and must say, when I decide to stop by again, I am sticking with the Beef Chimalupa.

    Inside... 50% dining is open
    Deyon J.

    Taco Casa has a signature taste... either you love it or hate it. I love it because doesn't taste like fast food tacos...it taste like homemade tacos away from home. This is not authentic Mexican by far, but if you missed taco night at home or are just too tired to cook... go by Taco Casa. I had a taco, soft taco and a beefy nacho with peppers on the side. So yummy! This place is always clean and the staff is friendly. Right now the dining room is 50% open... with every other table being available. My only complaint is that I wish they'd offer more combos... at least one with tacos and a soda. Also, they have Pepsi products... I'm a Coca cola gal!

    Classic beef taco extra hot
    Mona L.

    Before I start, huge shout out to John, manager of the Taco Casa in Birmingham and his entire crew!! He's been so courteous and always delivers when I call to place an order of frozen burritos! So for those of you who don't know or aren't in the know, Taco Casa is a Tuscaloosa/T-Town thing. You just have to either love it or don't. If you love it and crave it like I do, then you KNOW how serious this place is. It's not just nostalgia, it's seriously just good American-Mexican fast food. An institution for people who live and grew up in Tuscaloosa, and a place for those of us who don't live there to salivate and plan our next trip to grab some.

    Enchilada and taco combo
    Marissa W.

    I'm not sure why we have never been here before. We saw a video on Facebook describing Alabama's best fast food. We immediately thought let's check it out! It's so affordable. We got two combos and a taco burger for about $20. It's a step above Taco Bell but not quite the same quality you'd get at a sit down place, more so the quality of a Moe's or Chipotle. The Taco Burger hits. It's a great drunk food type category. I ordered mine sober and it was still a great option. It is like if the McChicken had taco toppings. I like that eAch item can be ordered by hotness. We ordered everything hot but could have had it much hotter. I loved that you could tell the vegetables used, like the tomatoes atop the rice and beans. The enchilada was so good and we used the cheese sauce to dip chips in afterward. Highly recommend a combo with an enchilada. We felt like we had so much food. My partner has celiac disease so we are glad to see that much of the menu has corn tortillas and othe GF options

    Frijoles with cheese
    Jessica P.

    This is the best fast food Mexican hands down!! I wish there were more locations in the Birmingham area. I lived in Tuscaloosa for about 10 years and thet have multiple locations there. I now have about a 20 minute drive to get there however very worth it. I love the chicken enchilada and the frijoles with cheese. If you haven't been I highly recommend going.

    Beef burritos, mild.
    Maia L.

    I LOOOOVE Taco Casa. And, I miss it dearly. It's a shame they're only in Alabama; although, I do think there's one in South Carolina, but it doesn't seem to have the same menu. Anywho...I was in town for a quick visit and had to meet my sorority sister's there for a late lunch. I had my usual...beefy nachos and 2 mild beef burritos. The burritos are smaller than a normal burrito, so the two is necessary. And, of course, a large sweet tea. I smashed!! And they have the good crushed ice too. When we first arrived, there were two couples dining in. The tables were social distanced length apart. Staff had on masks and gloves and sanitized everything down after each customer use. Before leaving, it got a little crowded. Glad we arrived when we did. Delicious per usual. I'll be sure to visit again on my next trip.

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    I've been eating Taco Casa since I was kid. My favorite Mexican-style fast food. Roll Damn Tide.

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    Been going here since I was in high school, good food and chill vibes definitely recommend

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    Want some "burrito" with your grease? This is the perfect place for you! The good reviews are baffling. Go to Taco Bell for the love of God.

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    Best fast food Mexican. They use real meat, not the fake Taco Bell stuff. I've had about everything on the menu and it's all good.

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    Just no. The food taste like when the Red Cross hands out emergency food during a disaster.

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    I could be nostalgia college days but think it's more. Simply the best tacos! I like 'em Xtra Hot.

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