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Mexican food

A kitchen that honors traditional recipes instead of watering them down for the neighborhood.

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Mexican restaurant

Taco truck serves authentic Mexican tacos like barbacoa and al pastor with generous portions and fresh salsas. Outdoor picnic tables offer casual seating. Prices stay affordable, making it a great quick stop for flavorful meals.

Tacos come in various authentic styles like barbacoa, tripa, and al pastor, all priced around $3 each. Breakfast options include generous migas and cactus tacos with fresh, tasty ingredients and standout salsas.

People are saying

"The breakfast tacos are loaded with fresh ingredients and great sauces."

"I thought their salsa was the most underrated in the area."

"The breakfast tacos here are delicious and generously portioned."

Good to know

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The tacos are priced at $3 each, which is very reasonable.

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The taco truck is cash only.

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Expect limited and unreliable hours, often closed during posted times.

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Tex-Mex restaurant

Long, dimly lit space offers a chill vibe with breakfast tacos that shine thanks to fresh salsas and big portions. Fish tacos come in seared and fried styles, both well-made. Friendly, fast service keeps the crowd coming despite limited seating.

Breakfast tacos stand out with fresh, flavorful salsas and generous portions. Fish tacos, especially the seared and fried varieties, are consistently excellent and well-prepared. Service stays fast and friendly even during busy times.

People are saying

"I thought the breakfast tacos were amazing and filling."

"I found the food here to be super delicious."

"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is amazing and filling."

Good to know

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Taco Joint isnโ€™t open on Saturday for dinner right after a Texas game.

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Finding parking at Taco Joint is difficult.

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Taco Joint has limited seating available.

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Bar & grill

Cozy bar and grill offers a large patio and draft beer selection for a chill vibe. Enjoy salty tacos with a versatile salsa and a self-serve salsa bar that complements the Mexican menu. Walls with university memorabilia and TVs create a lively, local hangout.

Chicken and beef tacos come with salty meat and a versatile salsa that suits everything. The taco salad and queso receive solid recommendations, alongside other options like Frito pie.

People are saying

"I loved their crisp, refreshing draft beer selection."

"The trivia night is so fun with creative and varied questions."

"I thought the Mexican food here had the best hamburgers and fries."

Good to know

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Trivia night happens every Tuesday at 7 PM with creative categories.

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The patty melt costs only $7.25, making it an affordable option.

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There was a $3 beer deal available that night.

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Food truck at a gas station offers well-lit night seating and a gritty vibe. It blends street food with desi culture for a lively, casual spot. Chicken tacos are uniquely flavorful and a must-try for late-night diners.

Chicken tacos stand out with a unique flavor and are consistently described as delicious and awesome.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be awesome and perfectly prepared."

"These samosas are amazing, hot, and fresh."

"I loved the chicken tacos; they were delicious and unique."

Good to know

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Mousam Spice House closes at 3am, making it a late-night option.

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The food truck is located in the parking lot of Shell Gas Station on 38th.

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Credit cards and mobile payments are accepted for convenience.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant shines with authentic tacos like birria and asada, offering great value and free agua frescas. It boasts a vibrant atmosphere that's family-friendly and lively. Plenty of good parking makes visits easy and stress-free.

Tacos stand out with authentic Mexican taste and a variety including birria, quesabirria, and asada. The food offers great value with 4 tacos around $12 and comes with free agua frescas.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is served by the kindest, most attentive staff."

"I found the food to be amazing and reasonably priced."

"The al pastor burrito reminded me of home, it's so flavorful."

Good to know

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The cost is $11.99 for 4 tacos, which is a great value.

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Prices are very affordable.

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They offer 1/2 price daily specials.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican-style decor and big table seating create a lively, fun vibe with lively Latin music. Traditional tacos and burritos shine, especially the asada quesadilla and barbacoa. Happy hour offers free chips and salsa plus horchata and margaritas for a solid experience.

Tacos and burritos follow traditional recipes with standout options like asada quesadilla and barbacoa. Free chips and salsa come with happy hour, and the horchata and margaritas add to the solid vibe.

People are saying

"I thought the tacos were delicious and amazing."

"I loved coming here late at night for good food and drinks."

"I thought the Mexican food burritos were the best."

Good to know

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Karaoke starts at 8pm on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm with free chips and salsa.

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Street parking is available nearby, but the lot fills up quickly.

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Taco restaurant

Food truck offers halal options and a vibrant atmosphere with clean seating inside and out. Tacos feature fresh tortillas and juicy fillings, including birria and beef at great prices. Vegetarian choices add variety to the affordable menu.

Tacos come with generous servings and fresh tortillas, perfectly seasoned and juicy. Birria and beef tacos offer flavorful, fresh options at a great value around $3 each.

People are saying

"I thought these were the best tacos I ever had."

"I loved their flavorful, fresh Halal birria tacos."

"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is really good and bomb."

Good to know

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All the food served is halal, making it a great option for everyone.

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The prices at Vocho's Tacos are reasonable and affordable.

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There's limited parking nearby as it's in the vicinity of a gas station.

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