Taqueria Gardenia
8.7 • Mexican restaurant
Tiny taco trailer in a parking lot serves authentic Mexican tacos with handmade thick tortillas and bold flavors. Atmosphere is casual and lively, especially late when the weather is nice. The spot is family-owned and cash-only, located in a sketchy area but known for some of the best tacos around.
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"I thought these tacos were the best I had in Austin."
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"I found the food to be delicious and authentic."
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"I had the best Carnitas I've ever tasted here."
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Good to know
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They now accept credit cards, but it was previously cash only.
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The barbacoa costs $3 each, with tacos around $3.67 each.
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The area around the taco truck isn't the safest, so stay alert.
504-570 E St Johns Ave, Austin, Texas, United States
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