The entrance is easy to miss: a door marked only by a primitive "TACOS" spelled out in those tacky mailbox stickers, tucked inside a tiny bar hidden down an alley off Trinity Street. Once you're inside, though, the whole operation runs with impressive efficiency. You order at the register, take your receipt, and hand it off to one of the taco guys behind the counter. As the sign says, "No Ticket, No Taco!" so don't lose it. Seating is limited and the line can get long, but they move fast. And don't come expecting cheese or sour cream -- the only add‑ons here are cilantro, onions, salsa, and guacamole. It's a stripped‑down menu, and they stick to it. The tacos are solid. The beef isn't anything remarkable, but the chicken is tender, moist, and genuinely flavorful. The quesadilla is the sleeper hit; the baked cheese gives it a deep, savory punch that outshines the tacos. And if you're hungry or just want the best value, the burritos are enormous -- stuffed right up to the tortilla's structural limit. A hidden little alley spot that delivers quick service, simple options, and reliably good food once you manage to find the door. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

Still incredible. The proteins are constantly coming fresh off the grill, crispy and resplendent with browning and char. These flavors make it all the way into every bite, carried by a guacamole sauce that'll coat your tongue. Everyone I saw there left their plates empty. If you go - and you'll feel more alive if you do - make sure to accept the works. The onions and cilantro greatly balance each bite, while the salsa and guacamole are necessary and fundamental to tying the flavors together.. Despite their popularity, service remains lightning fast. The reluctantly bilingual cooks practically seize your order ticket to guide you through the process. This is my second taco journey to Austin and I haven't found better. read more

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Fast, efficient and tasty tacos. Ordered the campechanos (pastor+steak), quite fulfilling and well prepared. The salsas are also very nice from mild to hot. Authentic Mexican music, mexican soft drinks and mexican tacos. Friendly service and friendly staff. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Trompo de carne (meat shawarma style) - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Interesting entry to some delish tacos. Tortillas, meats and ingredients are fresh and delicious. Their asada was my favorite. Simple menu full of Mexican ingredients to load up on, including a salsa bar. If your nearby restaurant disappoints you, just skip it and come here. read more

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This was one of the best taco spots that I visited during my visit to Austin! The tortillas were perfect, light, soft but still firm. The carne asada was beautifully seasoned. Honestly, even with the amount of people at the store, I still got my order fairly quickly. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

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This place is known for its tacos, so I had to try it out for myself and I'm glad I did! I love how it's tucked away in an alley, giving it a mysterious and hidden-gem vibe. One of the best parts is that the tortillas are homemade, which is always a huge plus in my book. I ordered the volcán with carne asada along with two regular tacos of pastor and wow, that pastor was SO good! It was flavorful, juicy, and definitely the star of the meal. I wasn't too impressed with the carne asada, but it still did its job and filled me up. I got there just in time before the dinner rush hit around 5 PM, which worked out perfectly. You can enjoy your meal inside with the AC, and afterward head outside to grab a drink and cool down. Overall, it's a fun spot with delicious tacos, especially the pastor. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Carne Asada Volcan, Adobada (Pastor) Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

What a great find. Tucked in an alley, this place puts out some outstanding tacos. The space looks like a converted kitchen. Operations are 8/10 where I feel there's a little room for improvement to get the food out a little more quickly and accurately but the food... Oh- The Food!!! The Al Pastor taco with "todos" was one of the best I've ever had. The Al Pastor was cooked to a perfect crispiness and the flavor was exceptional. The Carne Asada was also flavorful but would only get a 9/10 due to some gristle. I am salivating just thing about that Al Pastor taco and strongly recommend giving this place a shot. read more

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(4.5 stars) The best way to describe this joint is as a taco reverse speakeasy. Go down an alleyway, enter a bar, and pass through a door with a tacos sign, and you'll find a bustling taqueria that slings some of the best tacos in town. Tortillas are homemade, and pastor is cooked on a trompo. Don't feel like a taco? You can also snag a quesadilla or tostada-like volcanes. There are several salsa options, and drinks include Mexican Cokes and horchata, among others. We ended up getting two tacos (pastor and carne asada), a nopales quesadilla, and an order of chips and guac. At $5 to $6 a taco, this wasn't cheap despite the no-frills surroundings, but it was well worth it. Everything looked and tasted fresh and smelled amazing. D/10 is known for its pastor, and it's easy to see why. Served in strips rather than chunks, it boasts a crisp edge and a nice bit of pineapple flavor. However, the asada, the salsa crema, and even the chips are all stellar here. While seating may be hard to come by, on food alone, Taqueria de Diez is a solid ten. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

So good, I went twice on a short trip to Austin. If heaven had a taco spot, this place would be on the list. I could eat here everyday if I lived in Austin. Every part of the experience, from the speakeasy feel to enter, to the ordering process to the food- fantastic! Every taco was delicious so it's a matter of personal opinion. Also, flour and corn were both incredible for the tortilla shells- definitely up to your preference. read more

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I ordered the steak burrito and it was promptly delivered after ordering even though the restaurant was very busy. It was huge and worth the price. There's a bar connected with the restaurant as well if you want shots. There's plenty of room for seating and standing while you eat. read more

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Some of the best tacos in Austin hands down. Super cool speakeasy vibe with quick service and MASSIVE tacos/quesadillas. Smoky complex flavors are sure to wow any guests. Certainly worth a visit. If you've been to tacos #1 in NYC, it's basically a 1 for 1 version of that, which is a good thing. read more

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Who would've thought that a taqueria tucked away in an unassuming alley would have some of the best tacos in Austin? The first thing you'll see when entering is a bar. Go through another door, and you'll find a small dining area and a hallway with a sign showing you where to order. After you place your order, they'll give you a ticket. Be sure to hand the ticket to one of the cooks; otherwise you won't get your food. We got the carne asada tacos, adobada (pastor) taco, and carne asada volcan. Everything was seriously delicious, rich, and flavorful. The meat was juicy and tender, and they were very generous with the portions. If all the seats inside are taken inside the restaurant, you can dine in the bar area or outside in the alley. This taco speakeasy spot is so good, we came back the next day with our friends. We will definitely be back in the future! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Carne Asada Taco (left & middle), Adobada (Pastor) Taco (right) - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Really cool taco speakeasy spot! My friends and I stopped by for lunch, and it was fairly easy to find (due to their flashing TACO sign lol) and the line wasn't too bad. They're known for their adobada/al pastor tacos, but I actually thought their carne asada was the standout. The tacos were very flavorful and juicy. Perfect for a quick snack. I also really liked their branding and ambience inside. Would definitely come back! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Al Adobada (Pastor) Taco ; Carne Asada Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

First time in Austin, first spot I tried! Some friends had just been prior so I followed their lead. Felt like a hidden local spot! Down an alley, through a door and seeing the small space filled with (what seemed like) locals! Highly recommend the Volcan options - YUM! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Carne Asada Volcan & Pollo Al Grill Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I have lived in Texas for over 24 years now, and this is the best taco place in state! I got the pastor burrito with cheese and guac. They grill the cheese onto the tortilla and it's amazinggg. The rice and beans amazing. The salsa amazing (has a good kick). Seating can be tricky but worth it!! read more

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Good tacos Ambiance' is awesome the parking not so good I got then asada and adobado So delicious read more

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If you have the opportunity to checkout this alleyway taco spot (ain't nothing sketchy, I promise) and soon discover this is a speakeasy spot for tacos and not cocktails. I've been before during a late night pit spot, but I recently had the opportunity to go for lunch. The line was so effective and moved very efficiently. I appreciated how one person took your order, a second grabbed your order ticket, and they had a full lineup of chefs/cooks executing each station. The feature quesadillas, tacos, burritos and a few sides for you to dig into. Whether you're planning to eat on-site at their tables, grab a standing spot in the alleyway, or taking them to go, you'll be in for one amazing meal. I really love their salsa stations and ample amount of toppings. This is very much an authentic feel to a taqueria you'd come across in Mexico so that was cool. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Al pastor trompo - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Hidden in a dim alley, this spot is easy to miss, aside from the glowing neon "Tacos Open Late" sign that hints you are at the right place. We stopped by after a local friend's recommendation. Once you pass the bouncer (yes, there's a bouncer) and the bar, the contrast from outside to inside is striking. The room is tightly packed with people either lined up to order or already digging into their tacos. We ordered the Al pastor and carne asada tacos on corn (3.5/5) and the Al pastor quesadillas (5/5). I appreciate that the tortillas are made in house and the Al pastor came with generous chunks of pineapples that added perfect touch of sweetness. Overall, a great late night spot with solid food and fun atmosphere, but good luck finding seats! read more

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Such a hidden gem. It is very hidden. You have to walk into a small bar to access the place. Their adobado (marinaded pork) was crispy and flavorful. The salsa and pineapple pieces helped make the taco an amazing meal! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Adobada (Pastor) Taco and Pollo Asado quesadilla. - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

Stumbled on the place kinda by accident. It's down an alley off the path. An absolute hole in wall!! Which is my type of joint for authentic food. All I can say is outstanding!!! Best tacos I've ever had. The sirloin steak quesadillas were an absolute hit. The rice and beans were outstanding . The service was friendly and quick considering the amount of ppl that were there. I'm in town for vacation and will be back before I leave. This could be detrimental to my weight lose journey read more

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This place is located in a dark alley way between P F Chang's and Maiko. It was kind of hard to find on Apple Map. At 9 PM, there was a line going in to the entrance that has small sign marked "Tacos, open late". The place was clean and smells great. As a party of of four, we ordered a bunch of tacos and I had the Burrito with combo meats. The food was freshly prepared and stuffed with lots of meats. Such a great bargain to dine here. The best tacos place in Austin! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos with beef & grilled cactus. - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

Nestled in the corner of a dark alley, lies a small taco shop that looks like it's in the back of a bar and you can only tell it's a taco shop by the illuminating sign in the front that reads "Tacos open late" When we arrived, by what seemed like an accident, there was a security guy outside and a line that was forming with about two people in it. I think we beat the rush because it started forming quickly behind us. To the point that when we left the lines was all the way down the alley. Anyway, they quickly allowed us to go in and follow the line which moved fairly quickly. The place had seating in different areas and they all seemed to but full. However, if you stand around you can quickly take someone else's spot when they leave. I decided to try several different tacos, so I went with a carne asada, al pastor, chicken and a mixed asada and pastor taco (campechano: your choice of two meats). I also got a Jamaica to wet the whistle. Overall the food was good and I would say my favorite was probably the Al pastor with the pineapples. That mix is legendary and they got it right with the thick chunks of pineapple. The size of the tacos are a decent size so four tacos was more than enough. Even though I'm from Oxnard, California and I feel wee have some of the best Mexican food, I would def come back to try some of their other options. OOOO 4 out of 5 Afros read more

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If you can, arrive slightly before they open at 11:30 am. This place gets packed immediately and rightfully so. It's a little off the beaten path, you have to access the front door through an alley next to where the Austin Convention Center used to be. Once you enter, there is a small bar and then you head inside to the actual restaurant. It's small so there are only a few open tables so get there early (like I mentioned) if you can. The line gets long very quickly but it also moves like a well oiled machine. It wraps around from the entrance to the actual copy Ter. You order at the cashier, after you pay, they hand you a receipt that you then hand to the workers who will make your tacos/food to order. Everything that I ate was delicious. My favorite tacos were the pork and the beef. The nopal taco was a little plain for me but it wasn't bad, just not my standout. This place is a gem and I hope they are able to expand into a bigger space ASAP! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Inside kitchen pork - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Overall: 4.5/5 [take out] Wow, this place is a cool taco speakeasy tucked in the middle of an alleyway. It was our first time there and the layout was really fun. They are super efficient; we ordered online for pickup and everything was ready in less than 5 minutes! They held off on our drink until we arrived so it would be fresh and not watered down, which was a nice touch. They packaged everything neatly and included one of each sauce. All the sauces were great, but the spice wrecked my stomach. It's a slow burn, so be careful how much you use. Nopales Asados Volcan ($8) + Pollo Asado ($1.50): A massive corn taco that I could only eat folded in half. It was okay. I wasn't really a fan of the nopales, and I remember it being better last time. They gave a generous portion of chicken too, which was cooked and flavored nicely. Campechana (Asada y Pastor) Quesadilla - Flour ($8.49): This was fire! Delicious, and even better than the taco version. Adobada (Pastor) Taco - Flour ($5): My husband's go to order. Tasty, and the pineapple added a nice sweetness. Campechano (Asada y Pastor) Plate ($14.99): Came with your choice of tortilla on the side, so we got corn, which was fresh and soft. The plate comes with meat, rice, and beans. If you're watching carbs, skip the plate and go with the taco version, which is tastier anyway. Campechana (Asada y Pastor) Burrito ($14.49): Basically the plate in burrito form. I didn't find it as flavorful as the taco version, so it really needs sauce. Also a bit messy to eat. I could only finish half, so you might get two meals out of it depending on how hungry you are. Grilled Nopales Cup ($4.50): A good amount of cactus, but it really needs sauce or should be eaten in taco form. Not great on its own. Agua Fresca 16oz Horchata ($5): So fresh and noticeably different from other horchatas we've tried. read more

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Amazing tacos and good service. Very classic Mexico style, I'd recommend the Al pastor tacos read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food here was great. This was my first time trying Volcans. They are quite messy to eat, but worth it because they are delicious. The al pastor is one of the best in austin. The tacos here are pricey. There is also limited seating and parking read more

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These are the best tacos ever. At least in Austin. They are amazing. I've lived in SoCal and Norcal for years, I've also done some time in Mexico. These tacos hit the spot. there tends to be a line but it goes by quick and worth it, limited seating they also do have a location on South Lamar too! Amazing! So worth it!! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Carne Asada Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Wowowow!! I've had this on my list for a while and thought the pictures looked amazing but after coming here I'm like...why haven't I come sooner??! This taqueria is hidden. You literally have to walk inside an alley to find it. When I entered, I was a bit confused because it looked to be a small room with a bar, but the magic happens when you open the door to tacos. It looks like an exit but it is both an entrance and exit! We came for early dinner around 6 pm and there was already a line wrapping around the counter but it moved fairly quickly. We got to order four tacos (all the ones on the menu, minus the cactus because we weren't feeling adventurous.) Also, got flan, which you take from the fridge. And a big carne asasa/al pastor burrito! It was our first time visiting and we were really looking forward to some delicious tacos (we think about Mexico all the time-that was sooo fun). I got so excited seeing them grilling the meats. The ventilation is really good though, you can't smell the smoke much. After ordering you take the ticket. Make sure you have the ticket and give it to the people to serve you tacos! They say if you don't have the ticket, you're not served. Automatic 10% service charge is added to the bill. While they have indoor seating, we just took them to-go. The seating is coco cola tables, which remind me of the same ones they set up in Mexico on the streets! It's very nostalgic and I love it! The cashier seems to speak only Spanish but we understood her. :) We packed some to-go sauces. Red salsa and a green jalapeño one (I think. My husband got them). I enjoyed the green one more because it was very creamy. When we came back out, there was a line forming outside. Everything was delicious but the carne asada was the best!! Smoky flavors throughout with the meat being the star. We were so satisfied and full. Not only put this place on your list of restaurants to go, but also put it at the TOP of your list!! Yuuuum! read more

This place is always busy but we I got there just in time for only about 10 people ahead of me. Ordering style is different you order at the counter first and then you are givin a paper with your order on it and then you wait in line to give to a cook that will freshly make your tacos to order and the different sauces are also great because you get to fill up on as much salsa as you want so you can try different salsas on your tacos. The tacos come out piping hot and flavors that will explode in your mouth. Definitely recommend when you are craving some tacos ! Just be patient because there will be a line. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Campechano volcan taco and Adobada (Pastor) Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

This ended up being the best food I had during my weekend visit to Austin. Delicious Tijuana style tacos. The restaurant is between 3rd & 2nd street in some alley. It was a speak easy style entrance. It's a little pricey per taco, but we were looking for something late night last minutes and this spot delivered. If I ever make it back out to Austin they'd be on my must return list. read more

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Almost missed a great opportunity for authentic tacos! So glad I had time to stop before my flight home. The entrance in an alley way, you'll see a very small parking lot! You'll walk all the way through the tables and condiment corner to get to the line. You'll order at the register, get you ticket, take it to a cook that they assign and watch them do their magic.! They whip them up pretty quick make sure you get all the toppings (onion, cilantro, guac) you'll take your food and find a seat! The corner condiments are next to the bar seating. I missed it and didn't realize until my tacos were gone lol Asada burrito- meat, cheese, beans, rice it was big and flavorful. 5/5 Chicken tacos 5/5- good portion of meat, good tortillas. I ordered 2 flour 2 corn but ended up with 1 flour 3 corn i didn't get it corrected cause who cares at this point. Honestly I was full from half a burrito but forced myself to eat a taco. Thankfully I had my husband and friends hubby to eat what I couldn't finish. If you're in the area and need a good food stop here especially after a long night of drinking. read more

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Amazing experience! GET THEIR QUESADILLAS. Trust. The burrito was solid, it paired with the Volcanes. -Carlos read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

A worker at another restaurant I visited said this place had the best tacos in Austin. This place is literally in an alley and I must say he did not lie! These might be some of the best street tacos I have had. I got the carne asada volcan' and the pollo asada. You order your food and then take your ticket to a worker to fix your order. The steak is seasoned to perfection! Such a cool and lively spot and they have a bar in there. I have got to have this place again before I leave Austin to go back home. Yum! read more

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Food is unbelievable. It's great. We tried a little of all and had no regret. Great service. read more

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Omg, this speak easy (a well known joint) serve up some delicious Tijuana-style street tacos!! Super causal and very busy fast food, but it's worth the wait. We recently visited Austin and tried it, it's a little hidden and in back of a bar. The 4 of us ordered the Tacos, Volcanes, and Burritos. Everything was good and I especially love the Grilled Sirlion Beef Volcan! We even went for a 2nd time but at their other location in Austin. read more

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My first night in Austin I knew I had to find some good tacos and Taqueria De Diez certainly delivered. This place is clearly loved by locals. As I was leaving my hotel I bumped into some coworkers outside and mentioned I was heading here for dinner. A person passing by overheard me and stopped to rave about how they're the best tacos you can get in Texas. The speakeasy feel was awesome and relatively easy to find despite this being my first visit to Austin. I had the carne asada tacos and they were delicious. I also ordered a side of chips and salsa but my weak tastebuds embarassingly couldn't handle the spice. Seating was limited but I was carrying out anyways. Will definitely return when I'm back in Austin! read more

What a delicious taco spot! I loved their chicken and beef tacos. They were super helpful on deciding what to get. Everything was made to tender perfection. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

A hole in the wall with amazing delicious food. The entrance is located in a back alley across from some dumpsters. Don't be intimidated by the long lines. It goes by pretty quick. The inside is tiny with a few small tables that only fit two to a table and there are a few stool seating. You order and pay at the counter and they give you your food at the counter. My husband had the carne asada burrito and I had the carne asada quesadilla with beans and rice. The meat was tender and flavorful and cooked perfectly. The rice and beans were really good too. Portion sizes were big so I definitely think we got our money's worth. I will definitely be coming back read more

This place definitely lived up to the hype! I am in LOVE! Eating at so many taco papa mama shops in SA, my standard of tacos are pretty high. I have not found a taco place that was phenomenal until I tried this place! The vibes take you back to Mexico with authentic tacos served simple, straight forward, and let the taco speak for itself! We were downtown for a concert at the Moody Theater and were hungry so we decided to walk a short 9 mins to Taqueria De Diez! The best decision made! Full disclosure... the establishment is located down a very DARK creepy alley (the kind in the movies where you shouldn't go down to get) but after overcoming that fear... this will be the best decision you make! Your tummy will thank you! Follow the outside "TACO here" sign. Go through the door and walk straight... this will get you through the line. Lucky for us on a Saturday night at 10:30pm there wasn't a super long line. We managed to grab two seats to chow down our tacos. You will be able to see the chefs cook the carne asada on the grill and the Al pastor on the spit roast being cut to be put in tacos. The smell was amazing and you know you're at a legit place! Ordering: -Check out their menu while waiting in line so you know what to order when it's your turn. -place order at register. They accept visa, Mastercard, Venmo, cash, but does NOT accept AMEX. - grab your drinks if you purchased some. Mexica soda, horchata, jimicama drinks, water , etc - give your ticket to the expeditor and tell them to go or dine there. The expeditor will ask you cilantro, onions, and salsa on a taco? Say yes. It's a must. The expeditor will tell the chefs to assemble your tacos. (I'm seriously so impress with how efficient and quick their service goes. We waited maybe 5-10 mins and got 5 tacos and chips/salsa. There was about 8 ppl in front of us but the lines go quick. If you ordered chips and salsa then you will get the chips from the cashier and the salsa from the expeditor. * 1 Al pastor taco on flour 4/5: love the fresh pineapples on it! The Al pastor had crispy pieces and was super tasty! It was really tasty. There were pieces of meat that was dry but the salsa helped and pineapple. Season was really good! I was in awed with how tasty it is! Definitely best Al pastor in ATXi had! * 1 Campechano on flour 5/5: wow best of both worlds! I had this taco second and loved the combo flavor! Juiciness of the carne asada and crispy frol the Al pastor. * carne asada on flour 5/5: juicy perfectly seasoned and love the green sauce on it! Sauce was creamy and paired well with the taco. It was so so freaking good! The flour tortilla is super thin and let the meats stand out. Loaded Smokey taco and was differently the best carne asada I've ever had! After trying the carne asada I definitely think it's better than Al pastor! I'm glad I tried the Al pastor taco first before the carne because I think the carne asada would have outshine the Al pastor if I had it first. It was a great end to the last taco! * 1 VOLCAN- couldn't try because it was sold out * chips and salsa 4/5: chips crispy and not oily. Salsa was super spicy but good. All tacos come with onions cilantro and salsa with no additional cost. Overall do I recommend this place? I truly wish I tried this place 5 yrs ago when I moved to ATX! I truly highly recommend this place! Do not wait 5 yrs to go try this place or you will be full of regrets! It's a simple taco but made right with complex balance and flavors! I love love love it and now will be thinking about these tacos! Highly recommended! Prices are reasonable and the tacos are made with love! read more

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You can't go wrong here. We tried tacos, the volcan, pastor quesadilla and chips/guac. So good we came back the next day Fri our farewell meal. The service is efficient, and the food is fantastic if you like a good taco. If we come back to Austin, we'll definitely be back here for some tacos! read more

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