Good food, quick service. The street corn is to die for. A must-have if you like modern twists on long time favorites.

Maybe you want to be waited on at your table, but for me, it doesn't get any more perfect than Torchy's. Their food is flavorful, fast, and I'm never disappointed. Love that they have a bar too. read more

The last couple times I've gone, they don't include the sauces I've asked for. This past time my queso had diablo sauce which I asked for none, they didn't give me the sauces I asked for, and most importantly...my salmon in my mr. orange was straight up raw in the middle of the taco. Don't get me wrong, I love sushi but when I get a taco with blackened salmon it better be cooked... won't be back for a while. It wasn't peak lunch hour or anything, there was no wait and it was 4pm on a Monday. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Order and seating area - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

As a new resident I tend to visit here on a bi weekly basis. Very edgy and bold style tacos. The wait can be brutal sometimes and those who are waiting on their order crowd all around the register. Aside from the constant chaos, this place has amazing questions that reminds me of a broccoli cheddar soup! Delicious!! read more

I absolutely love Torchy's Tacos. They never disappoint. I have the weekend routine of going to the gym followed up Torchy's Tacos since they're "conveniently" located right next to 24 Hour Fitness. The Migas are my goto and I switch it up between The Wrangler and Taco of the Month. The quality of the food is always the same and as solid as it gets. One thing I love about Torchy's is that you can order ahead via the mobile app which is really convenient when they get packed during the weekend. I usually put in my order on my last set of weights and my food's ready by the time I drive over from the gym. read more

Torchy's Tacos - The Migas and The Wrangler. My go to breakfast tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

I want to start by saying I love the food at Torchy's. I've been to this location several times now and it seems the service gets worse every time. read more

Great management, had an issue with my order and was taken care of right away and in a very helpful and kind manner. A very understanding and patient team here, even while busy and swamped during the dinner rush, was able to help me out. Much Appreciation for Kendrick and his team read more

We ordered our food takeout, so I didn't get a feel of the actual restaurant. But the food was pretty good! I ordered the Mr. Orange (salmon taco) and wish I had two. The relish matched the fish and the salmon was cooked perfectly. Im not a big fan of corn tortillas though, and ended up getting rid of the second one that came with it. But we also ordered the queso with guacamole so I quickly realized it was a good move to just eat one taco. The chips were perfectly crunchy and the queso had the right amount of spice. Who knew queso and guacamole would complement each other so well?? read more

The service was awful. Repeatedly told, 'your order is coming up next'. 45 mins for an order of 4 tacos, uncalled for. Decent food, good queso. bad taste from the person packing the food. read more

Although a chain, its so darn good! We had the following: - Chips & green chile queso - the queso is so delicious, I can't stop dipping! - Brush Fire - Jamaican jerk chicken, grilled jalapeños, mango, sour cream & cilantro, served with diablo sauce - this was probably my favorite of the three, everything worked so well, and the diablo sauce was so perfect with it - The Republican - grilled jalapeño sausage, shredded cheese & pico de gallo, served with poblano sauce - my second favorite, the sausage was delicious - Mr Pink - seared ahi tuna, cabbage fresca, cilantro, queso fresco with a wedge of lime, served with chipotle sauce - the worst of the three, lacked, by a lot Can't wait to eat at torchy's again. read more

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I love Torchy's but this specific location is consistently the worst. Rude, very forgetful staff, dirty tables, grime everywhere, food all on the floor, lukewarm food, etc. I have been to many great locations but if this was the only location I would never eat there again. I've tried it a few times to make sure it wasn't a fluke. Go to a different location if you can. read more

To the manager at the Escarpment/Slaughter Torchy's: you've got an employee that is wanting to quit. My only evidence is that someone dumped an entire canister of salt in all the meat in every taco we had tonight. I have never poured an entire canister of salt directly into my mouth but I have swam in the ocean for many hours and never in my life has so much salt been in my mouth at one time. The last few times we have visited this place it was mediocre, but tonight it is downright inedible. There are tacos sitting uneaten all over our dinner table. Torchy's used to be one of our favorites and we enticed many, many people to go there. We will not do that anymore. read more

The guacamole should be called "crackamole"! It's that good. Some of the best and most creative tacos in Austin. The ingredients are so fresh it makes your taste buds dance. If you want quality ingredients and freshly prepared great food, give it a try. If you like the artificial flavors and cold leftover canned or boxed and frozen food from Taco Bell or Taco Cabana stay away! You won't like it and your negative reviews would be useless and unwarranted! On the down side: it is a bit overpriced. $13.48 for 2 tacos and guacamole&chips. read more

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I love torchys but this location in particular has been getting worse. I ordered six tacos at 12 and the pick up time said 12:45 as expected on a Sunday afternoon. We showed up to get our tacos and they were cold and felt like they had been just sitting out and i guess they were in such a rush that they barely filled up the salsa, like literally a tablespoon worth of salsa. This is no joke. Anyway i hate complaining but i was pretty disappointed in this. read more

Torchy's Tacos - This is how full the salsa was when we picked it up. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

I love using Yelp as a guide for restaurant choices, but sometimes crowd-sourcing doesn't work. We live in AUSTIN, home to some of the very best tacos in the country, and we're tricking out-of-towners that Torchy's comes anywhere close to those excellent choices (Tamale House East, Veracruz, etc. etc.). Going to Torchy's in Austin is like going to Olive Garden in Times Square. Hey, it's obviously super popular and tons of people do it and apparently like it. But Two and Half Men was the #1 most watched comedy too for close to a decade. And, look, you can't just say, "Hey, I'm a white hipster and I want to be around people like me in a place that may serve substandard/okay tacos because it makes me feel safer," because VERACRUZ is located at Radio Coffee, the most hipster of hipster places in Austin. But hey, go wait in line at Torchy's. It means my 45 minute wait at Veracruz isn't 2 hours. But do go eat at Tamale House East. They deserve tons of praise and lots of business. read more

I lived in Austin for a year in 2018-2019 and are here almost every day. Sometimes twice a day. I moved away and came back in fall of 2020 and it's all gone to hell! Quality of the tacos that remain on the menu is good -- much better than round rock location. But the service is not as good. The lady with all the tattoos at the register just yells over her shoulder when she's ready for the next person in line to order. They don't know anything about the menu, and they aren't terribly helpful. I don't care if they have new decor and stupid beeper things for your table, food and service has declined. read more

Always delicious and always reliably good! The only reason it's not 5 stars, in my humble opinion, is because I really wish they would ethically and sustainably source their meats and because their to-go ordering is always a minimum of 15, solid minutes or more. Which, in all honesty, is not so bad because food is fresh and made to order! However, as much revenue as they bring in on a daily basis, it seems they could do more by way of a more green and sustainable business model in terms of food vendors maybe. But, what do I know?! They're queso is straight up addictive and I love it. Thanks for being yummy, Torchy's! read more

I love their location and their queso paired with margarita is so yummy. I'm not the biggest fan of all their tacos but I usually stick with their Baja shrimp or crossroads. Their street corn is yummy with the ancho aioli and can't beat it for a couple dollars read more

You order at the counter, you wait for you food, you eat. It's that simple. I don't like how expensive a taco is and a lot of taco trucks nowadays for that matter but you get a lot of "stuff" in the tacos here though. I spent 12 bucks for two tacos and an order of queso and chips (which is similar to the Kerbey queso next door at Kerbey Lane but half the price) with guac and fix-ins. I know now that I can get one taco and the queso or two tacos and be plenty full. This location seems to have steady business but you can tell it'll get crowded during peak hours just like all the other ones. I'll be back now that I actually have a craving for them. I've still yet to find my breakfast taco of the South ATX for cheap. Someone halp. read more

I have become a huge fan or Torchy's tacos. Great food and service at every location. Very unique. Not your typical beans and cheese. Truly fantastic food! read more

Torchy's Tacos - Order your food from the big amazing menu' - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I've been hearing about Torchy's Tacos for a while now, but never had the chance to eat there. We have one coming to San Antonio, but who wants to wait! Up in South Austin today, my daughter and I hit Torchy's. At lunchtime, the place was hopping: line to the door, every table taken, and people standing waiting for their to-go orders. The menu was eclectic with a variety of unique taco fillings, each with a great name. I had one Democrat and one Crossroads. Daughter had the latter and a Dirty Sanchez. All were piled high with fresh, juicy, flavorful ingredients. Street Corn was phenomenal. Guacamole was pricey but huge, delicious, and a bit spicey. OVERALL: OUTSTANDING. FOUR THUMBS UP! read more

My friend said this was THE MUST TRY place when we came here, and I'm so glad she brought me here. We came for dinner last night, and not one thing that we had was bad. We liked it so much, we came back for breakfast. If I come back to Austin, I will be driving directly to Torchy's. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Migas breakfast taco. Scrambled eggs, tortilla strips, green chilies, avocado, pico de gallo, shredded cheese & tomatillo sauce - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Popped in for a quick bite. Had the democrat which was barbacoa with onions, cilantro, and cheese along with the fried chicken taco with cheese on a flour tortilla. The chips and queso was the best. Good prices and clean environment. Can't wait to try something new. read more

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I was recommended this place by a few people upon my arrival in Austin so I decided to try it out! I ordered two tacos, one being the friend avacado and the second being the baja shrimp. They were both delicious! I also ordered LaLa's Lemonade which apparently is made right here in Austin, so I kind of had to! And I am glad I did...I actualy order two to go to bring back to my hotel room for another time. So I highly recommend the lemonade. The staff was super nice, friendly, and knowledgable. I asked for opinions and the staff member actually engaged in conversation with me which was refreshing. Once you order you sit down with a number and they bring your food to you - cool. I enjoyed Torchy's Tacos, I am curious to try other taco joints in Austin, but I would not be suprised if I end up back here - and wait they have breakfast tacos?! I am going to have to try that! read more

Torchy's Tacos - Fried avocado and baja shrimp tacos! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

I think my expectations for Torchy's were overinflated, don't get me wrong, its good, but not great. The queso is fantastic, but queso can only carry a place so far. The Democrat taco (shredded barbacoa with queso fresco & avocado) is pretty good, but I was disappointed by the Brush Fire taco (Jamaican jerk chicken, grilled jalapenos & mango), so its hit or miss with the tacos. Then again, Jamaican jerk chicken and mango have no business in a taco, so I shouldn't be ordering that because I know better, but its like when Mufasa tells Simba not to go to an elephant graveyard, WHAT WAS I SUPPOSED TO DO? So I talked myself out of giving this place a 3 and bumped it into a 4 because two of the three items I had were good, and the one that wasn't was kinda my fault. read more

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Breakfast tacos served all day, for $2.25?! Yes please!! Torchy's is definitely one of my absolute favorite spots in Austin! Their food is consistently delicious and creative! We always order a breakfast taco, who doesn't want a breakfast taco at any time? Every month Torchy's introduces something new, a "Taco of the Month" - these are usually very good and unique creations. We always ask for their signature salsa = diablo sauce! Other favorites: Trailer Trash (you can get this extra trashy: no lettuce w/ extra queso/cheese) The Democrat Fried Avocado Green Chile Pork read more

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Got the Brushfire with extra Diablo sauce on the side and the Hipster from their secret menu (Panko breaded fried tuna with bacon, green chilies, and black beans; topped with cilantro and cotija cheese, and served on a flour tortilla with avocado sauce) mmmm! Yummy! My boyfriend and I also shared some chips and their salsa verde. They give you a ton! Well worth it! I love their tacos because you really can't go wrong with any of them and they are priced extremely reasonable! Yes! read more

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By far worst service ever. Don't even think about ordering online. They serve everyone inside first. I was trying to save time and order my food ahead of time. I went inside the store 30 minutes and they hadn't even worked on my order. Needless to say I saw everyone who was in line get their food first. Absolutely a waste of time for 3 tacos never waiting 45 minutes a again. read more

What the heck has happened with Torchy's? I did a little digging and found that the founder was bought out in 2017 and the company is now being mis-managed by General Atlantic investment so now we know whos to blame. The original owners are now in the background as invester's. This used to be my favorite lunch spot (Two to Three times a week) but now the quality and service have taken a back seat to a corporation trying to get by with food that is "MEH" at best. My second review on this location and most likely my last visit. read more

It's a fine place with a fun twist on traditional tacos. If you're looking for Mexican tacos, this is not the place. It's very hip and trendy and often packed. Tacos are around $4 each and have a variety of fun names like the "hillbilly", the "democrat" etc. First timers will need to spend some time reviewing the menu to figure out what they're getting so step aside and let others in line pass as you review. You line up like a fast food place and hope for a table or have a friend sit and wait as you order. Take your number and wait to be called. Although my food was A-OK, I haven't been back and have no plans to go back. It's just not my thing to battle crowds and have to modify the tacos to meet my dietary needs - I'm just lactose intolerant - but they put cheese or mayo into nearly everything. (I'm not mayo intolerant but I prefer not to add unnecessary fats.) You get, I think, organic this and that, "cotija" cheese (which tastes like every other not-as-fancy white, crumbly cheese), bourbon-bacon marmelade (who wants sugared bacon - ack!), fried catfish, spinach, grated cheddar - you know, all the buzzwords of trendy eating. It's certainly a creative menu and it fits with a specific niche that likes to put the Applebees menu on a tortilla. To be fair, I'm pretty sure they have higher quality ingredients but it was a very smart-casual crowd and menu that reminds of those old "dockers" commercials - so "down-to-earth" that you feel like you should dress a bit. For a taco. Again, A-OK. Just rather too American for me. And there's nothing at all wrong with an "American" taco. read more

Soo....while I still like the food, the service at this location has declined. I live within walking distance so this is a very convenient food option. The last few times we've visited in person or ordered to go the wait times have been unbelievable. Today may have been the last straw for me. Almost 50 minutes for three tacos and a queso to go. While I was waiting most every other patron was upset, late for their next stop whatever that may be, and one couple gave up and left w/o their food after paying. What's up Torchy's? Get you stuff together please. read more

Don't forget to phone in your order. The wait here is often 30 minutes or so to get your food so calling in can definitely save you time. Love their breakfast tacos and queso. Fair prices, good food. Location is easily accessible and has plenty of parking. read more

This location is a mess. They never know how to handle a busy Friday or Saturday yet they happen every week. To go orders are notoriously late (i.e. 10+ mins after the stated time). Today I ordered online at 6:30, was told 7:18 for pickup and then was told I was 14 tickets down when I arrived. read more

Great breakfast tacos! Lots of options and abilities to customize. The Wrangler with tomatillo was delicious. Two tacos filled each of us up, but you will still want to stuff your face with more. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

3.5 stars. I am starting to wish yelp did half stars. This place gets packed! Lets go on with the individual taco reviews: Trailer park taco: (fried chicken) the fried chicken was not crispy which makes this highly disappointing. 2/5 Beef fajita: (beef steak) the beef is marinated well and cooked well. solid taco 3.5/5 Baja shrimp: (battered fried shrimp) there is too much breading on the shrimp which makes it not as crispy but it was better than the fried chicken 2.5/5 Crossroads: (smoked beef brisket) by far the best of the all the tacos. The brisket is season well and shredded so you get the perfect bite every time. Don't waste your time looking at the menu, just order a crossroad or two or three. 4.5/5 Street corn: (corn/cheese/cheese/cilantro/chili powder) wow the perfect side dish to any taco, in fact any meal. lots of flavor 4/5 I would come back just for the crossroads and street corn. I can't believe they messed up the fried chicken and shrimp taco. read more

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I'm a big fan of torchy's but the last 3 visit have been really frustrating. Each time they have gotten my order completely wrong. When i want something fast and good im expecting what i paid my hard earn $35 for. I'm giving up. I am always on the go and don't have time for fuck ups. I wonder why they even have an Expo if the person can't read the the damn ticket If your going to order take out, My suggestion is to unwrap your tacos and check them. Seem they are just throwing anything in the bag and handing it out. read more

This place is absolutely amazing! They never get my orders wrong! The staff is always so friendly and helpful. Everything on their menu is amazing. My personal favorites are the Chicken Fajita, Beef Fajita, Green Chile Pork and the Tipsy Chick. The chips and queso are the best I have ever tasted! Amazing prices as well. You just gotta come here if you're in Texas. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Green Chile Pork and Tipsy Chick - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Best queso I've ever had in my life. There are bits of goodness throughout the queso that keep surprising you - like chunks of avocado, tasty spices, and a hot sauce smily face. All combine to make the most awesome flavor explosion ever. Also, the chips. Wow they are fresh out of the fryer, thin and salty. And they give you far more than you can finish. Tacos: I've had the fried avocado, the Baha shrimp (amazing fried morsels of goodness with the tastiest chipotle sauce on the side), the mr. Pink (seared ahi tuna-tasty on its own or in the tortilla - I got so full I started eating just the filling), Mr. Orange (salmon yum- the bean and corn salsa is amazing) and the brush fire - (jerk chicken- the jerk sauce is incredible). Also - you have got to get an order of the street corn. It is incredible. Perfect mix of citrus, queso blanco and spices. Off the cob! Enjoy. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Queso! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Love me some Torchy's tacos!! There must be some crack in those things cause I just can't seem to get enough of them. These tacos are great for any occasion, breakfast lunch or dinner. They always have their regular tacos but usually come up with a special taco of the month that can be very pleasing. If you haven't stopped by please do at any location, you will not be disappointed. Try the Democrat and/or the Republican. shrimp tacos are great as well. My only complaint about this particular location is that the tv they have is jacked up and puts out a weird picture. But that's nothing since you will be too busy enjoying your food to care! Enjoy! read more

Torchy's Tacos - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Currently waiting for a pick-up order that was supposed to be ready 20 min. ago. About 10-15 others are waiting too. Completely unacceptable. Just adjust the online order time to reflect accurate pickup time and you won't have this problem! Pretty poor management of the online ordering system to let such a thing happen. I really regret tipping tonight. read more