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    Tacos Aracely's

    4.5 (68 reviews)
    ModerateTacos, Food Trucks
    Open 5:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Christopher S.

    HOUSTON, TX 77022 / MEXICAN / 02-19-24 / TAKEOUT LUNCH +$2 tacos and there was a nice, long line during lunch rush hour. +The orange and green sauces were delicious! -The meat was pretty salty. -Parking can be challenging.

    Victor H.

    One of the more doper taco spots in Houston that went from a truck to a small brick & mortar joint. This place satisfies all of the things I look for in a local taco spot which is authenticity, politeness, seasonings/taste, and price. The proteins scream mexico including the lengua, tripa, and chicharron. For those who don't know, that's the tongue, tripe, and park skin. If you're getting freaked out by it, don't knock it until you've tried it cause the flavors and textures will knock your socks off! They also do an excellent barbacoa and fajita taco as well. All tacos are topped with sauteed onions and cilantro. Don't forget to get a side of charro beans as well as they are simmered in chicharron and meat trimmings for this killer taste! You can get tacos, gorditas, tortas, burritos, and quesadillas. When you order, you'll get a number and then they'll call for it in about 3-6 minutes. Most people eat in their cars or bring it back which is what I normally do. Price-wise, it's among some of the lower priced taco spots. They also take credit cards as well. Another great on to add to the list in Houston!

    Is that a cooked jalapeno pepper on your plate or are you just pleased to see me?
    Fox E.

    I dated Ms Long and Ms Duvall, I collect Shelleys I make Barbi rain so much that you might need your Wellies And that makes my nether regions get the sudden Swellys And if you want tacos in Houston, try Aracely's! Now I date Pfeiffer and Winters, I still collect Shelleys Close to the Rio Grande, watch out for the Cartelys I used to use Compaq but these days I like my Dellys And if you want Mexican in Houston, Aracely's! Sure I love Carnegie, Katz's, New York has great Delis But honestly down in Houston, I stick to Potbellys However for some Tacos that you won't find on the Tellys Come to the Northside and try the ones at Aracely's! (watch the telly Boba Belly at the deli you're not smelly) I like Furtado more than St Louis rappers, they're both Nellys Ripa, Preston, more than Clarkson, Osbourne, all are Kellys MacPherson more than Goulding, Kemper, but all are sexy Ellies And for sexy tacos in Texas try the ones at Aracely's If you want to rule the world and be all Machiavellis And if you want to have a figure like those Botticellis And be skinny vamp like all those Peter Facinellis Then you prolly wanna skip these Tacos Aracely's WHAT! Some of the best and most authentic tacos around. Houston is one of the best cities in the world for Mexican food, the choices are limitless, the Tex Mex is very average but if you go to real Mexican places (of which there are probably thousands), you'll find some of the best food you ever eat. Aracely's is one of those many, many gems. I go to the gym on the Northside (especially for Cardio), right along Airline, and when I do Cardio, I don't have to eat a bunch of grilled chicken (as I do when I lift), which means I can get some tasty bad-for-you snacks afterwards to ruin my workout. I've been discovering mesmerizing and heavenly taco trucks and secret spots in this area, the best of which are Taconazo truck on Fulton, Presitas truck on Irvington, Matehuala truck also Irvington, Tacos La Bala, and the mesmerizing El Dorado on Crosstimbers. Aracely's is a standalone business with order windows, you can sit outside and eat, or in your car with Air Conditioning (it's Houston). It's a poor area, an extremely Latin area, and the food around here is magical and utterly authentic for the most part. Aracely's makes wonderful five star tacos for dirt cheap prices, and you should most definitely come and give it a try at your earliest convenience. Or your second earliest convenience, if you don't feel like Mexican food today. So if your cute cats are all Smellies And they lay around getting big Bellies There's good news at last So get to Houston, fast And try cheap tacos from Aracely's!

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    Yoshekia R.

    Great quality breakfast tacos Run don't walk! Service always great, staff friendly, call in orders welcome. Always fresh and hot! And let's not talk about the green sauce

    Tacos Aracely's nails the essentials. Their corn tortillas are soft yet sturdy, cradling perfectly seasoned meats like juicy carne asada and crispy tripa. Toppings are kept classic--cilantro, onions, a splash of lime--letting the bold flavors shine. The real magic? Their orange salsa: smoky, spicy, unforgettable. It's no-frills, all-flavor, and the prices make it even sweeter. Service is quick, and though the spot is simple, the food does all the talking. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or indulging in a taco feast, Aracely's delivers honest, satisfying eats that hit the spot every single time. A Houston gem.

    Alexandra P.

    Best tacos I have tried in the north side! I had the pastor and chicken tacos and they were both sooooo fire! Everything tastes so fresh and the homemade tortillas and salsa are to die for. Prices are great and service is fast. You really cannot ask for anything more from a taco spot. For sure my new go to taco spot! MUST TRY!

    Frankie H.

    This is my favorite taco spot. I have been coming here for years and have never been disappointed. I've tried chicharron tacos at different place and these here are the best. Their charro beans are so good. All of tge food is very tasteful and seasoned well. Today is my first time I'm trying the nopal taco I'm pretty sure it will be good.

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    Yesenia H.

    Best tacos in the Northside!!! I love their home made corn tortillas with Pastor and Chicharron! Yummy!!! And they even take Apple Pay!!!

    Getting tortas on the Nawff...IYKYK
    Gloria M.

    This is one of those local food trucks turned into a humble brick and mortar in the Northside of Houston that offers delicious cravings such as tacos and tortas. My favorite is the tacos with a charred jalapeno and of course my Mexican coke. At times, it stays busy so pack your patience. The location is in an up and coming neighborhood but as you will see, the community embraces this place and you'll see that in the ambiance as you wait in line. Prices are moderately low so families come to pick dinner. It's one of those hole in the wall gem.

    Updated menu!

    Just attaching a little up to date on the prices + menu! :) Food was delicious love the service , they were absolutely nice & welcoming! Ambience was nice, everyone's just there for the good food, wasn't too packed when I went but usually does get packed !

    The counter - no seats here - eat in your car or take it to go!
    Dave F.

    So there I was - sitting on 45 - stuck in traffic when the taco craving hit. Since I wasn't moving, I launched Yelp to look for some local delectables. Presto! Tacos Arecely's came up at the top of the list. I took the next exit, made two turns, then I found myself in line at what appeared to be an old gas station. When I walked up to the counter, the menu was simple. It was spread over 3 poster-sized boards. For the most part - it's tacos, tortas, etc...with all of the typical fillings. I decided to order some barbacoa tacos and a fajita torta. The barbacoa was excellent. It had the the right amount of sopping greasiness that I love in my taco. In addition to the proper texture, the flavor was great as well. I would order these beauties again in a second. The torta was good, but not great to me. Some of the fajita was a little difficult to chew. Not all, but some. I would say 95% was good and 5% was to chewy. Overall, it was a solid torta. If you stop by here, be prepared to take it to go -- or at least eat i your car. There is no outdoor seating. And by the way, I saw menudo on the menu if that's your thing. It is my thing, but not when I'm jumping back in traffic. I would definitely go back!

    Travis J.

    Best tacos in the area, best customer service, and are fast fresh and hot. Very nice people.

    Rex C.

    I used to write really short reviews lol! Well I was the first to review this hidden northside gem. I used to go this spot when it was closer to cavelcade by the mechanic Shop. Well they moved and I followed. Been coming here for years! .99 cent for whatever meat you would like. Lengua is 1.50. My god they are full of flavor! I always get fajita and pastor on corn tortilla. The corn Tortillas are home made with love. The green and red sauce are so good! Full of flavor. I have never had a bad meal here. Everything is amazing and super cheap! I haven't eaten all day so o got 6 tacos charro beans and Gordita for 10.00 lol. Honestly this is two meals. I'll eat three tacos half the Gordita and half the beans and half of everything later. My point is he food is super cheap and amazing. Give this place a shot if you are in northside.

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    Great neighborhood taco spot with some of the best beef tacos in the city! Charro beans are phenomenal and there green salsa is solid

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    TE AMO MUCHO TACOS ARACELYSSSS ! Great service and food. Great atmosphere and the people are soo kinf and food is to die for

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    Tried the barbacoa tacos NOT GOOD at all. Wont be back! And definitely do not recommend!

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    Breakfast tacos are bomb!! Called ahead for my order, upon arrival food was done pretty neat little place

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    Try the truck across the street!! So many delicious things, and it's fresh and delicious and cheap.

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    4.3(1.1k reviews)
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    If you like the quesadillas at Taconazo, you'll like them here. My buddy took me here after a…read moreRockets game. We wanted Taconazo, but we didn't have any cash on us. Luckily, this spot takes both card and cash! I got the small beef quesadilla, and it was loaded with cheese. The small quesadilla was $5.50, and it was pretty decently sized for a small. They have salsa set out at the counter, so you can pack as much as you like. The red salsa was smoky and SPICY. Very tasty if you like spice I see a lot of great reviews about this place. I would like to try their other tacos and give a more detailed review. I will be back! but for sure the quesadilla was a hit for me

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    4.5(381 reviews)
    2.9 miNorthside Village
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    CASH ONLY!! Best…read moreTacos in Houston. Taconazo is the pride and staple of Northside. Always a long line but it so worth it. Barbacoa and pastor is easily the best I've ever had. Horchata is not too shabby either. Doesn't taste grainy. Speedy service. Reasonable price. Keep in mind the "Platos/ Plato Regular, etc." are plates of carne. Ideal for taking home.

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    Tacos La Sultana

    4.2(45 reviews)
    7.9 miMagnolia Park
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    Food was great. The smoky flavor of the trompo is top tier! We also ordered bistek quesadilla and…read moreit was really cheesy and delicious. There was a line but it moved really fast. We ate in the seating area and they had some salsa which was good.

    This is a review for the trompo tacos only. I need to go back and try their other items. The trompo…read morehere looked great, so I had to try. I'm from Katy; this east part of Houston is very new to me. I don't know where to go for food here, but I for sure now know where to go for Trompo Tacos! The trompo here was bomb! I was in the city for a wine fest and needed tacos to tame my hunger from all the wine sipping. Tacos Las Sultana popped up, and the pictures of the trompo looked insane. After going, I can confirm the trompo looked even better than the pictures. Shout out to the chef cutting up fresh trompo I ordered some tacos de trompo to go, with avocado. The order of tacos came with a side of grilled onions and potatoes. I have never had roasted potatoes with my tacos; they were tasty and very buttery. Dude, the way they packaged their tacos... never have I seen tacos from a taco truck packaged so nicely. They wrap everything and even package their salsa. Very clean, very organized This place is over an hour away from me. After eating here I will gladly make the hour drive for this bomb trompo They have a parking lot and street parking available. They have limited seating available inside. They take cash and Venmo payment

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    4.5(218 reviews)
    10.7 miPark Place
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    I always go out of my way to visit La fondita here and get the Gorditas. They are the best in my…read moreopinion. Also every weekend we go to the carniceria side to get carnitas and barbacoa. And we never forget to get the fresh tortillas they have in a cooler too.

    Loved this place! It's inside a market and it's super tight and crowded. FYI they only speak…read moreSpanish, no English at all. One of my friends took me here and we all got to try a lot of stuff. We ordered: Horchata (small for $3.49), Quesadillas with beef, Quesadillas with chicharron, Gorditas with beef, and Gorditas with chicharron. I don't like cinnamon but the horchata was addicting and it paired so well with the food. My friend got their Melon Agua Fresca and he said it was really refreshing as well. The gorditas were stuffed and they were so delicious, the cheese was melting and the bread was warm and not dry. The Quesadillas were my favorite. You put both the red sauce and the green sauce on it, a lot of lime juice, and it's perfect. I forgot to order cilantro on mine but they do give you it at no extra cost. The prices are so cheap and you get so much food. Everything is around $3 and it will fill you up. Each of us totaled out to be about $10-15 per person and we were stuffed. I would definitely come back here over and over again! My friend said the only bad thing about this place is when you order to go, they won't give you a lot (no lime, no hot sauces, less meat, etc.) so definitely get dine-in.

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    The Taco Stand

    3.6(436 reviews)
    3.7 miThe Heights
    $$

    I have seen these spots popping up, and I was eager to finally give them a try. I'm a big Burger…read moreJoint fan, and knowing that the Taco Stand has the same owner I was optimistic This spot located in the Greater Heights is relatively new. There's a parking lot, but we went on the weekend, and while the interior didn't look overly full, it was somewhat difficult to find a parking spot. The restaurant itself is clean. Everything is pretty much green and white. There's covered patio seating. You order from a window and there's a large menu printed nearby The menu offers all sorts of tacos, meats, burritos, bowls, quesadillas, quesabirras, sides, and even kids meals. You can get beer, margaritas, and non-alcoholic drinks. There's also a breakfast menu The food was good, and it didn't take too long to come out. My main issue was the service. The individual taking orders seemed to have a bit of an attitude and just seemed "over it." Furthermore, we mentioned having a queso coupon and when we were given the total I placed my card on the reader and I was told that I did it too fast and the queso wasn't taken off. The odd thing was, we walked away and realized that they didn't add the queso and the coupon was for free queso so they could have just rung up an additional queso. This individual had the vibe of eye rolling everything, and it honestly left a bad taste in my mouth Some tips: You can order online to avoid any wait. Just go up to the pick-up window when it's supposed to be ready for a painless interaction There's a little bar area where you can get pre-packaged (to-go) salsas, pickled onions, limes, etc etc etc. the salsas are tomatillo, habanero, and jalapeño (I believe) You can order margaritas to go, which we did! Cheers!!

    hate to leave a negative review, but this experience really missed the mark. The food was…read moreunderwhelming at best, nothing really stood out, and everything felt pretty bland. The salsa in particular was disappointing; it lacked any real flavor or spice, which is kind of the bare minimum for a good taco spot. Unfortunately, the bigger issue was that we didn't feel well after eating here, which made the whole experience even worse. Between the quality of the food and how we felt afterward, it's not a place we'd consider coming back to.

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