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Taco Dans

4.0 (67 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican, Beer Bar
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Live music
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Mike K.

I really liked Taco Dans... The staff was super friendly and made me and wifie feel at home. The food recommendations were spot on so we both really liked the food. Their nachos are huge and the tacos were really good. They are who they are really well... meaning this is a hole in the wall taco shop that is hard to find because it is located in,a converted house that caters to college students so if you are looking for fancy this is not it. This is a really cool place with great food and a friendly staff. Worth at try...

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Steve A.

Taco Dans is a very unique Mexican restaurant in Granville. It's located inside a converted old house. There's a thrift shop sharing the space with it. It may be hard to find because it's not obvious to see, except for the small sign that's out front. The menu isn't big but it's fresh and not too expensive, and the staff is so chillax here. I ordered the vegetable tacos. It's usually about $8 which is more than fast food Mexican like shit, but they were a good size and came with lots of fillings. The margaritas are a must try. It didn't take all that long to get the food. The service improves of course when it's not busy. It's not a big space at all, so if you're there when it's busy you may have to be squished next to those at another table. The staff is fairly laid back here. It's kind of a come in and don't give a fuck kind of place. This fits in well with the college town. I would recommend a visit at Taco Dans if you're in Granville. It's probably the best Mexican restaurant in town. The margaritas and tacos are good for the price, and the staff is great as well.

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Gwen W.

Chill spot. Divey, in the sense of relaxing. Pool table at the front, bar is through what might have been the living room, small kitchen with window for ordering Dan's offerings back in that nook. Beer bottles all around showcasing what they have. And a myriad of seating vesicles all about. A college spot? I can see how many consider this eatery a "college hangout", it is in Granville, which is largely supported by Denison University. So, the statement is somewhat expected. I was headed to another establishment for an early dinner, so it was nice to stop by and talk with one of the kitchen crew. I was treated to a sample of TD's guacamole. Ok Gwen, so. What's the big deal! TD's guacamole is made to order. MADE. TO. ORDER. No old brownish tones. No souring tastes. Fresh scooped avocado, fresh squeezed lemon juice, some paprika? amongst other dashes. A little more salt? would have made me a complete follower when the Red Sea parts. Good chips, too. Thin - no one likes the concession stand nacho chips anymore, America! Im starting in kinda late, when it comes to getting to know Granville. However, thus far, I've had positive experience and definitely look forward to coming back to Taco Dan's and trying a few things on their chalkboard menu.

We love the Taco people. Dan, Barb Sam and Abby!!!!! Kick ass drinks so order with caution!! Cool patio and good food. My hometown favorite.
Michael C.

We love the Taco people!!! Dan, Barb, Sam and Abby! Kick ass drinks so use caution!!!! My local favorite place to go!!!

Laura L.

Last time my husband and I were here, we split an order of nachos, and they were out of this world. This place is definitely nothing to look at, but it's certainly interesting. It's in a very old, worn out house. As a matter of fact I think everything in the house is old and worn out. But I think you will feel that just makes the place interesting, if new and fancy is not that important to you. Here's what seems to be important to the people running the place: 1. Making good food (by hand) 2. Being friendly We started out this time with an order of chips and the medium (tomato) salsa. Delicious salsa, with lots of fresh garlic. My husband ordered a chicken chimmichamga and I ordered a chicken quesadilla. Warning... big portions, enough to share. My husband gives his chimmichanga four stars only because he prefers his with queso on top and this didn't come that way. My quesadilla was excellent, with very tender chicken. We will definitely be back!

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Elizabeth A.

I wish this place was closer to downtown Columbus. Such a neat little "hole in the wall" Mexican restaurant/bar. We went there randomly on a Tuesday so it was empty but I could see it being really cool at night. The food was so good too... I would definitely go back.

Rick H.

Great nostalgic college bar with an eclectic decor. Large selection of beer and pitchers of specialty drinks. Friendly family owned restaurant and bar. Great tacos, quesadillas, guacamole and salsa. There are some electronic games and a pool table. Taco Dans is a very fun place.

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Shawn S.

Great experience here. Staff was awesome. I was there during a slow part of the day so I had the place to myself. Fun, neat spot that exceeded expectations. Would love to come back when it's jumping and have a few craft beers [there are plenty]!

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The food was good, but the service was terrible. The guy that took my order seemed like he was annoyed I stopped by for food.

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This place is WEIRD! Thrift store slash taco shop. Tacos are super super good though. Pure hippy.

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Don't miss it. The only thing better than the beer is the tacos. Dan's "deep south" touch is delightful.

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We just moved to town and thought this place was a little 'odd.' We were wrong! This place is awesome! Great food, great people!

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