I was recommended this place by my coworkers, and Im so glad I decided to stop by!…read more The service here was great and the interior is so cute! The food tasted authentic (my uncle and I were even comparing the rice to the kind you'd get at a hispanic party lol). Their salsas are also made in house and range in spice levels. The staff explains which ones are which and organizes them by spice level, which I really appreciated. I ordered the flautas de papa and OMG they were delicious! They were perfectly fried and paired nicely with the 4th spiced salsa. I will definitely be back soon to have these again Overall: 10/10! Definitely recommend!

A very cool place with great tacos and birria…read more I have had Tacos Doña Lena on my list for years. Thankfully my friends picked it out of a line up of four possibles. We were winners. I had a taco platter and my buddy had the birria. The pastor and barbacoa tacos on my plate were among the best I've had. The tacos were amazingly flavorful and filling and the rica and beans hit the spot. My buddy was beside himself with the birria. No chips and salsa. But that's okay. Definitely coming back

Must try if you're in Houston. Great customer service and prices. Highly authentic and great…read morevariety.

We stopped by this food truck on a Friday afternoon as a family to grab some quick tacos. The food…read moretruck was parked in a lot, and since it was pretty quiet when we went, we got our food super fast. The service was really nice, making it an easy pick-up spot overall. The barbacoa was by far my favorite! It was flavorful and tender! I also thought their al pastor was really good, which says a lot because I feel like most places struggle to get that flavor right. I wasn't as much of a fan of the fajita meat (it came as little steak bites, which was different), though my husband actually liked it. Just a heads up for anyone visiting: make sure you bring cash!

The closest you'll get to "real" TJ-style tacos and burritos outside of Baja or San Diego! We're…read morefrom San Diego, so we know good carne asada and Tacos Frontera is where it's at in Houston! Definitely a taste of home outside of San Diego and Tijuana. Finding authentic TJ flavor in Texas (not Tex-Mex) was a welcome surprise! Our carne asada was grilled al carbón and you could taste the char! Juicy carne full of flavor, thin but strong and tasty tortillas (they really held everything together well), perfect chunky guac (not too fancy or full of fillers--IYKYK), and a variety of delicious salsas and hot sauces! An added bonus was the complimentary chicharrones! I'll take those over tortilla chips any day! The dining room isn't very big, but it's clean and has good a/c....there's an outdoor patio as well. Service was fast and friendly. Tacos and burritos were hefty and full of flavor. Ample parking. So glad that my family from San Diego (who I know get real Mexican taco shop cravings) can get a taste of home right in their Houston backyard!

Been here a couple times and it always hits the spot. This is also one of my family favorites. It…read moregets busy but it's worth the wait. Limited indoor seating, and since it gets busy we usually order to go. When I did dine in it was nice experience, feels authentic like eating a local spot in Mexico. You have the Mexican cokes available, the style of tacos has a big scoop of guac which makes them a bit unique compared to other spots that charge extra for guac. Their tacos are big too! Not the mini small taco tortillas you get in a food truck. These are big tacos so getting 2 is enough for me. I've tried their Asado tacos and their quesadillas and their quesabirrias all 10/10.

Probably my new favorite taco spot!! Everything was sooo good -- the food, the drinks, the music,…read morethe staff... ALL OF IT! The tacos were packed with flavor, everything tasted fresh, and the drinks were . Such a fun atmosphere too. I'm already thinking about what I'm ordering when I come back

My kids love this place because it has an outdoor sitting area to eat!!…read moreThe food it's really good almost feels home made. They're very attentive to serving us. Definitely recommend 10/10

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.

Alert: Cash Only…read more I've passed this taco truck countless times and almost always seen a line stretching from the window. There's even a security guard on site, which only adds to the impression that this place is fire. So when I happened to drive by on a 100-degree afternoon and found no line, I took it as a sign to finally give it a try. The small parking lot adjacent to the truck was nearly empty, except for a few other patrons who probably had the same idea. Ordering was simple and to the point. The menu keeps things straightforward: a selection of meats served as tacos or plates with a handful of sides. I ordered two barbacoa tacos with salsa verde. Less than two minutes after placing my order, they were in my hands. Fast service on a scorching day is always appreciated. With no seating available, I retreated to the comfort of my car to eat. Based on the amount of grease packed into these tacos, I would recommend doing the same. Eating them while standing could end with your shirt becoming an unintended side dish. One thing to note: don't count on a generous napkin supply. I realized after returning to my car that none were included. Consider keeping a few emergency fast-food napkins in your glove compartment. Those leftover Taco Bell napkins may finally fulfill their destiny. The barbacoa was flavorful, the salsa verde complemented it well, and overall, the tacos were overall tasty. That said, I left somewhat underwhelmed considering the crowds I routinely see gathered here during lunch and dinner hours. Perhaps I'm missing the standout item that keeps customers lining up daily. Even so, if you happen to have cash in your pocket and find yourself craving authentic tacos, this truck is certainly worth a stop.

**Breakfast tacos to die for** No freezers!…read moreNo microwaves! No can openers! Food: I had the Chorizo with bean egg and cheese. And cilantro. Oh my oh man. This was one of the best ever! Service: Super friendly as you could imagine. Authentic Atmosphere: Super cute trendy Mexico City feel. With a stop!!

Nut allergy friendly: Zero issues, didn't even ask though…read more Parking: Sucks like anywhere else in downtown Houston. I parked a few streets away on Texas St. which is free after 6PM. La Calle is one of those places that you go by when you've been bar hopping and say "dang, I could really use a street taco." Bonus points if that happens to be a Tuesday night where they have their $1.69/corn taco deal if you buy five or more. It's not quite a place to get other things, because a beer can run you $8 for a Modelo, and the postre (flan) was a strange cheesecake texture that was still a bit too sweet for me. But, they definitely crank out those street tacos and they hit the spot after a few drinks.

This little gem has to be my favorite tacos in Houston. The beef was so well marinated and the al…read morepastor was so delicious, it felt I was eating chiaxiu (Cantonese bbq pork). Washed it all down with their apple soda. Fuego There's a seating area with AC in the patio area, and clean indoor dining space with bathrooms. It was so wonderful eating here for dinner, I'm looking forward to come back soon!

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.

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.

If you don't mind sitting on the counter and facing a wall this place is for you. Menu is limited…read moreterms of what they offer, but they have plenty of choices of different meats for the tacos tortas etc.. I thought it would be a bit better than it was. I got the torta which was nice and large, but in ordering the lengua, they cut it into small chunks that kept right falling out of the torta instead of slicing the meat. Husband ordered 2 chicken quesadillas and they were open faced regular sized corn tacos with melted cheese and the meat on top. Also ordered a small liquado of papaya, but it was warmish and I like my liquados cold. Waitress comes up and takes your order and gives you a number. She told me if they call my number I can go pick it up on the counter behind me or she would deliver it. She ended up delivering our food. The number is for when you want to pay you go up to the counter and pay giving them your number. If you want the experience of eating in Mexico, then this is for you. A grocery section is also attached and has a lot of Mexican groceries. All in all an experience, but not sure I'd go back for awhile.

the food is fresh and tasty! great great great options…read more a go to foodies would love staff was kind vibe was awesome check it out

I ordered takeout so can't speak on the dine-in experience…read more I tried the lamb taco, fish taco, chips and medium salsa w/ a side of habanero queso, and a horchata. The flavor of the horchata was good; it tasted a bit watered down but that's on me for not picking up my food immediately. The tacos were filled generously with meat and toppings, and both were super yummy with the accompanying salsas. The chips were thin which is my preference with tortilla chips. The salsa was smooth and the queso was good with a little kick of spice. Everything was pretty good and filling and everything was packed very well. There is a nearby parking garage if you don't want to find street parking

Fantastic flavors all around. The chicken was well seasoned, and the fish was grilled nicely. It's…read moreimpressive how much flavor they get from simple ingredients -- the cilantro added a really nice freshness. The chips and queso are a must every time -- fresh chips with that cheesy queso, what a hit! The churros were also great and paired perfectly with the chocolate sauce. Overall, this is definitely becoming a regular spot.

The Taco Stand has a great location in the Heights, but unfortunately the tacos just don't really…read morehold up to all the competition around it. This part of Shepherd is packed with taco options, with Velvet Taco across the street, Little Taco Shop down the road, Torchy's nearby, and plenty of taco trucks around the neighborhood. With that much competition, "meh" tacos just aren't really good enough, and that's how I'd describe the tacos here. I've tried the burritos too, and those are a little better, but still just okay. Everything else about the place is pretty solid. The staff has always been friendly, the service is quick, the menu is large, and the prices are reasonable. They also have a drive-through, a decent amount of parking, a small indoor dining area, and a nice outdoor patio. Just keep in mind that the inside is pretty small and the patio can get very hot during a Houston summer. I really want to like this place because the location and setup are great, but the food, especially the tacos, could use some improvement. With so many really good taco places nearby, I'd have a hard time choosing The Taco Stand over most of the other options in the area.