Hmm... haven't been to this location for Velvet Taco and finally went for a late lunch. It was ok. The place wasn't too busy, food still took a little while to come out and quality was quite average. I got the rotisserie chicken taco (kinda wet and fell apart) and chicken n waffle. The chips to queso ratio was off and chips were close to stale. Overall, price point not bad but quality reflected. read more

Velvet Taco - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This is one of the places I visit more often for improvising food outings. Can't go wrong. Very unique combinations. The combos and the recently introduced bowls are a hit! Ambience is cool, service is good! read more

First time in Houston and we were hungry for tacos. Needed a place near Rice University. We loved the variety and creativity in the menu! Great deal for 2 tacos, a side, and a drink -- $14.95. I got the rotisserie chicken and pork birria, with a side of queso. So delicious! Flavorful and the portions were plentiful. The atmosphere is lively and can get a little loud, but overall a fabulous experience! read more

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Usually order from Washington location. This location has different recipe for elote side. It's terrible and full of queso fresco completely ruining it. You can't even see the corn. Also the other two tacos I always get also were different. I assumed they had same recipes. read more

I ordered the beer battered cauliflower taco and sweet chili shrimp taco. My husband ordered the grilled salmon taco, grilled steak taco, fish n chips taco and spicy tikka taco. My favorite was the cauliflower and his favorite was the tikka taco. The food was good overall. We had favorites but we didn't have least favorites, if that makes sense. I definitely recommend this place for a hearty meal, the tacos are pretty loaded. read more

I kept hearing about these buffalo tacos so I had to try them for myself and I must say ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Homemade buffalo sauce and huge chunks of blue cheese crumbles! A definite YES!! read more

Velvet Taco - Elote & Chips - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

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My coworker and I had this door dashed to us. It was excellent!! Their to go containers are perfect for holding the tacos together. The picnic chicken taco has moist delicious chicken, wonderful crispy chicken skin pieces to add a nice crunch, a great sauce, and mild potato salad that doesn't overpower the other flavors. The slow roasted Angus brisket taco has a nice spice and the avocado is a good balance. The fried cauliflower tacos are so delicious and fairly healthy. They also give the option of having lettuce wraps rather than tortillas. Their queso is excellent with several different options. They have a white queso and another with red curry and coconut. They also keep things new by having a weekly taco feature (WTF), a different unique limited time taco every week. read more

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Love their tacos! I recommend eating there for fresher tasting food, it's not as good to go. Also love that they always have a new taco flavor they test out! read more

Fast service in the drive thru and really tasty tacos. Had the two pictured and then the birria duo which was tasty but idk if I would do it again but only because Houston has such good birria places. read more

Velvet Taco - Chicken and #18 Chicken & Waffle Shrimp Scampi Both delicious - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

Yummy Yummy and they have so many choices! Don't forget to get a slice of red velvet cake too! Plus a margarita OMG

I literally did a taco crawl from Taco Stand to Velvet Taco. I was excited to see that they were right across the street from another. They are definitely different. One is more of street style tacos and Velvet is more of unique flavors of tacos. I spent ~$26 on 4 tacos. Kinda expensive but the portion makes up for it. Some flavors were a hit and a miss. I ordered the fried chicken and waffle taco, which was very good!! The gravy sauce and in a waffle taco? WOW. Great flavor! My second fave was the shrimp n grits -- who would have thought this was possible? Quite interesting.. fried grits?? I actually liked it. Grilled salmon -- just ok. Not memorable. I like the bits of corn salsa. Fish n chips tacos -- just ok. I was expecting more. I felt like something was lacking. Needs more sauce but not a fan of that yellow mustard(?) sauce. When I went there was literally no one there.. Maybe cause everyone thought it was closed due to construction. Service was meh. Could need some work on hospitality skills. I'd come back for the fried chicken and waffle tacos or try some other tacos. read more

Velvet Taco - Salmon, fish tacos, shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles taco - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I had been hesitant to come here because every description I ever heard sounded totally fru-fru for a taco place. The menu just looked too complex and sophisticated. Taco joints should be simple. I was wrong. My wife and daughter had some delivered and I had some. Crazy good. So far I have tried the spicy chicken tikka, chipotle barbecue pork, Kobe smash burger, and fish-n-chips tacos along with the elote and chips and curry cheese and chips. The burger taco is definitely my favorite (basically a really good smashburger in a tortilla) but all were great. Can't wait to try 5 more varieties. Bummed I fought it as long as I did. I'm a finicky eater but you can easily customize everything to eliminate any ingredient you don't want. Great place. read more

Velvet Taco - A flight of delicious. The #10 Kobe Smash Burger is the best. Basically an exceptional smashburger in a tortilla. - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

I love the restaurant!! The make the most creative tacos in town and the people that work are great. The place is always buzzing whenever we go there. read more

Some of the best tacos around! Great vegetarian tacos - plenty of options. Fast and friendly service. Easy recommendation to get your taco craving fulfilled! read more

Velvet Taco - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

Delicious! Have never had Velvet Taco..I got the shrimp taco, steak Taco and Queso..soooo good! Will definitely be on my list now!

Velvet Taco continues to spread its taco wings as I'm seeing more and more of these locations in the Harris county area. No complaints since most of my experiences at their spots have been positive, just like my experiences here. Taco concoctions are unique and have some great flavor combos. Favorites for me are the Kobe burger, Nashville hot tofu, Brisket taco, and the Fried paneer taco. They also do a taco of the week which is hit or miss. The last one I had (salmon salad I think) was decent but I was a bit turned off by the mayonnaise ratio. Not that I hate mayonnaise, quite the opposite. But felt more filling would've been necessary. They have a drive thru and outdoor seating plus they are open late if you're having one of those nights. While I fear they could suffer the same fate of those who've expanded too quickly (looking at you torchy's), it seems they have their quality under control. read more

Velvet Taco - (T-B) Salmon salad (taco of the week), Kobe bacon burger, Falafel, Hot Tofu - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

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If you're looking for an eatery with traditional tacos this isn't it BUT if you're looking for an eatery with a unique spin on traditional tacos you'll love it here! More pricey for the artistic twist, upwards of $5-$7 per taco however, the sizing is over average. Tacos are flavorful and there are many creative selections and spins on comfort foods-turned-taco. Restaurant is alfresco with a great selection of music. Not a table service place but easy to order and maneuver. Good for small group gatherings and open late. There are gluten free and vegan options. read more

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Esmeralda is the best, excellent customer service and the tacos rock. Tried a steak chimichurri bowl and it was phenomenal.

"Velvet Taco is an absolute gem in the world of tacos! The moment you step inside, you're greeted by a funky and vibrant atmosphere that sets the tone for a fantastic dining experience. The menu is a creative fusion of flavors that keeps you coming back for more. The 8, 11.5, and Rotisserie Corn are my personal favorites, but honestly, you can't go wrong with anything here. The tortillas are always fresh, and the ingredients are top-notch. What truly stands out, though, is the exceptional service. The staff is THE REASON why my partner and I keep going back. The store manager, Joe is always very accommodating with our sometime complicated orders... Lol Mime and his team are ALWAys friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve. They're more than happy to help with recommendations and accommodate dietary preferences. My number one pick in the Houston Heights area. read more

Velvet Taco - Sangria margarita swirl - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

Omgoodness! I had NEVER heard of velvet taco. My daughter casually mentioned it one day as she frequented the one on her side of town often and she was saying how good they were. So she did so much raving about it I had to try it. So I looked at locations and found one 2-3 miles from me on 20th and shepherd. I must say it was a WONDERFUL Experience. The customer service was GRAND! The guy who gave me my order took the time to answer all my questions (with a smile) as there were a lot of ingredients I wasn't familiar with. And the finale, the tacos were off the chain. Oh they were sooo good! Need I say more? Try them out for yourself. You'll be glad you did. There's such a variety read more

Great experience tonight overall ambiance was good, and the food quality was great. Service top tier as well highly recommend!

my absolutely favorite place to get late night food!!!! I loveeeee their spicy chicken tikka taco with extra basil. it's sooo delicious and dare I say life changing!!!! I always top off my meal with tater tots and a red velvet cake slice. Immaculate. Everything together is the absolute best late night meal. The service is always great and a cool and lively ambiance. Get the spicy chicken tikka taco u won't regret it!!!! read more

Velvet Taco - #3 Spicy Tikka Chicken (left) 100000000/10 - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

The Velvet Taco is a popular spot known for its creative and globally inspired tacos. The menu features a variety of unique options, from the classic chicken tikka taco to the spicy tikka masala chicken taco. The tacos are served on fresh, homemade tortillas and are generously filled with flavorful ingredients. The restaurant also offers a selection of sides and desserts to complement the tacos. Overall, The Velvet Taco is a great choice for those looking to try something different and indulge in delicious tacos. The cashier was awesome! He gave me a fist bump !! Hahaha. Cool classic and cozy!! read more

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Birthday lunch took place here while in Houston for an all girls trip. Super Cool even on the outside. Definitely some Instagram worthy content. Stylish modern unique twist to tacos. Walking in gives you take out vibes but I encourage you to sit and stay. Order the Margarita. On the Rocks!! The buffalo chicken taco was my favorite but they all were good. Also you should try the red velvet cake . (Random for a taco spot but it was very good) Would I go back ? Yea maybe just for the drinks Should you ? read more

Velvet Taco - Inside - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

This was our first time at Velvet Taco and Michael G was fantastic. He made a lot of great suggestions about which tacos to try and recommended some sides, too. We tried the blanco queso and tater tots. For tacos: the #3.5 picnic chicken; #7 Cuban, #10 burger, #12 angus, #17 mexi-cali shrimp, #18 chicken & waffle. The absolute favorite was the #10 Kobe Burger taco. The least favorite was the #12. We would go back again any try more tacos and definitely get the Kobe taco again. Michael was awesome. Every place should have someone like Michael who is excited about the food and the customer experience. read more

Velvet Taco - Queso Blanco - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great food and even better service! Took my whole family there and they had a great time, huge shoutout to Joe

We just keep coming back! Fun to try the entire menu! Chimichuri is a favorite go to. Sauces are awesome, ample protein in each taco, and so many great flavors! read more

I went on a weekday afternoon and it was pretty quiet. The service was quick polite and the restaurant is clean. I ordered the chicken and waffle. Delicious, if you like sweet and savory flavors this will hit the spot. The waffle taco was moist and paired well with the crispy chicken. The shrimp and grits was ingenious. To fry the grits and top them with shrimp and put it in a taco is just wonderful. The shrimp were plump and flavorful and the grits provided a crunchy yet creamy aspect. The nashville hot tofu was surprisingly delicious. The taco had all of the flavors of hot chicken with a firey sauce, crisp pickles and slaw. All of these tacos I would try again but they have so many on the menu I'd like to choose from. The patio outside is also very spacious and there is also a drive through if you'd prefer that as well. read more

Velvet Taco - Inside - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I'm amazed at all that you can do with cauliflower and I still haven't lost any weight. Hmmmm!! DELICIOUS, if you can't tell by the lack of Cauliflower Taco available by the time I remember to Yelp, let me tell you. That cauliflower taco, was mouth watering good. It knocked the salmon taco right out the running for this review. So let me first tell you, and save you the trip before placing your online order. The drive thru at this location is for online and pickup orders only. Now, you are caught up. Let's talk about how delightful the young lady was, when she put that little bit of information out there. She was superb... After placing order, running three blocks to HEB, my order was hot and ready. Less than 15 mins. Parking lot and outside patio, nice and clean. It's In a great location, the corner of 21st and Shepherd/Durham. Stop by and enjoy, happy yelping! read more

Velvet Taco - 1/4 Cauliflower taco Salmon taco - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

Anytime I travel to Texas, I look for the nearest Velvet Taco location. I wish they would add a location in Salt Lake! Their tacos are SO good! My favorites are the Buffalo Chicken, Spicy Tikka Chicken, Kobe Bacon Burger, and the Mexi-Cali Shrimp. Their Queso Blanco and Elote are both incredible too. read more

Velvet Taco - a row of tacos on a table - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

Wow... just wow! I was visiting my daughter in Houston and we pride ourselves on being foodies. She asked what I wanted for dinner and I said something different! So she started telling me about the Velvet Taco. Talk about different. This place is like a Indian/Asian/Korean meets Mexico. We ordered the spicy Tikka Chicken taco, Korean fried rice taco, mexi-cali shrimp taco and the red curry coconut queso. Everything was absolutely amazing. We were definitely intrigued by the queso. Let me just say even if you don't like curry or coconut milk just try it. There was only a hint of the flavors and the cheese mixed with it made this a hit. It's served with blue corn chips. I can honestly say I never thought about putting rice on a taco either, but oh myyyyy the flavor it gave it. It was definitely different and definitely over the top. Prices were great for Houston as well. Definitely putting this on the rotation when I come to town! Wow! read more

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I went here on a Sunday around 4pm. No crowd and I got my food pretty fast. This was my first time here. Pretty pricey for just tacos. Bout $11 for two. On a scale I give the tacos a 6.5 out of 10. Not that it wasnt good...the price just doesnt match the quality and quantity. It it was cheaper the ranking would be higher. But would I eat there again.....sure why not but its not a go to spot for me. The fish and chip taco was just ok..a 4/10..no taste really. The spicy chicken was really good..an 8/10. The grilled salmon was tasty 7/10. read more

Velvet Taco - Menu - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Velvet Taco in The Heights is finally open! My husband and I stopped in on a weekday night. This new location is beautiful, and it has the bonus of a large patio with heaters. They're doing well with Covid protocols, the biggest difference I noticed is that hot sauces are now served in small containers, rather than the big communal bottles. There are a couple additions to the menu here. First- they have an 18oz option for margs. We each ordered one of these, it was very good and a little sweeter than the margs at the Washington location. They also have brisket nachos, which we got as an appetizer. They were a little underwhelming... there was barely any brisket or queso. Probably wouldn't get these again, we'll stick to the tots in the future. After the nachos, we ordered some tacos to go and walked home with the rest of our (enormous) margaritas. We ordered 2 tacos each- one WTF (chili shrimp), 2 brisket tacos, and the picnic chicken. The to-go packaging here is great (it's much better than other locations), everything made it home in great shape. All the tacos were great, trying to compare them to each other is like apples to oranges. The picnic chicken is great if you're looking for something mild, and brisket/chili shrimp if you're looking for something a little heavier and more savory. We'll be back! read more

Velvet Taco - Brisket Barbacoa Beef Nachos, frozen margaritas (large) - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

Innovative high quality tacos and queso with a global fusion. Drive thru is order ahead on phone app. There is inside and patio dining at The Heights location. They have monthly specials, as in new taco recipes. This month they had a crab cake taco. -Was excellent came in a shell of lettuce.if you like a change of pace, definitely give it a try. read more

We've just moved to the area and have been trying all the great area restaurants. Velvet Taco was great! We (2 of us) got 4 different tacos to try plus 2 kickass margaritas. All were excellent but I think the margs would be even better when the weather warms back up! We will be back! Additional edit: just had our first guests visit from out of town and took them to Velvet Taco and we tried 4 different tacos (and I upgraded to the large Marg). Loved it! 5 more stars! read more

We had lunch at Velvet Taco after getting off the plane. Relaxed atmosphere. We had an assortment of tacos that didn't disappoint. They tasted fresh and had ample meat on them. We also enjoyed ranch water and margaritas. The margarita was delicious! The service was quick, the restaurant was clean and on nice days you can enjoy sitting outside. We've been to multiple locations and keep going back! read more

Velvet Taco - Assorted Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

I love going to Velvet Taco for a quick bite to eat! I ordered my usual spicy chicken tikka tacos from the app and was able to pick them up via their drive thru. The staff was super fast and my tacos were delicious and still warm by the time I got home. The spice level was just right! read more

Velvet Taco - Spicy Chicken Tikka - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is my third time at Velvet Taco this week, all the tacos I have ever tried have been amazing. I like the option to have your taco in a lettuce wrap, it's a great way to have the quality ingredients for less calories. They have a featured taco this week that is the pride brunch burger, you can taste the quality of the burger meat, the crunchy from the tater tots, the yummy of the egg and the sweetness of the rainbow waffle. I'm in love with all the flavor and texture. The staff is super friendly and it's always clean read more

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Went by and realized I needed to order online to go through the drive-through window pulled in the parking lot placed my order from my phone for a fish taco a Cubano taco and A picnic taco with crispy chicken skin all three were wonderful the crispy fried fish had a curry sauce on it with slaw The Cubano had a nice spicy mustard and wonderful pickles and the picnic had everything else you need to make you happy They told me to be ready in 10 minutes it was they texted my phone I drove through the window was greeted very pleasant cashier and my order was perfectly made very convenient to get in and out read more

Velvet Taco - Crispy fish taco - Tacos Near Me - Houston, Texas

Definitely a give a five star service. mind you it wasn't busy and they had just open at 11 AM. But the guy working at the counter was very knowledgeable about the tacos the food and portions and the spiciness of the sauces. I also got a fabulous margarita to go. This type of drink is called Paloma, it was delicious. I definitely recommend this place for lunch or a late night bye I can't say that it's a romantic spot or that if you're really hungry you would show up and it wouldn't be busy . I recommend 100%. Tortillas were on point and so was the chicken. read more

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