Chukis Tacos is a must-stop if you're craving authentic Mexican food. Some menu items lean a bit more Americanized, but everything is packed with flavor. I still can't stop thinking about the sauce station here. There's a private parking lot shared with the surrounding businesses, and the restaurant has around 15 tables inside. It is a good casual spot if you are looking to dine here. FOOD: This restaurant does not serve complimentary chips and salsa. It is $2.95 an order. 1. Torta Villa Carbon (4/5; marinated grilled chicken topped with grilled onions, grilled pineapple, melted cheese, jalapeños, and avocado): This was huge. I ended up saving half for lunch the next day. The combination of sweet and savory flavors worked really well together. 2. Campechano Burrito (4/5; steak strips and chorizo with rice, beans, lettuce, onion, tomato, and jalapeño): Steak and chorizo are always a winning combination, and this burrito did not disappoint. 3. Chirucas Chimichanga (4/5; two medium chimichangas stuffed with rice, beans, cheese dip, and your choice of meat, served with lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream): I chose the grilled marinated pork (al pastor), which was flavorful and satisfying. The server mentioned that the chicken version is their favorite. The service was decent overall, though it could be slow at times. I noticed a few tables waiting a while before servers came to take orders or refill drinks, and my drink was empty for a bit before getting a refill. Dinner service can get very busy, as every table was once full in one of my visits. Would I come back? Absolutely. read more

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Comfort food from SoCal! The Cali fries have a great texture and all the flavors. Tried the posole for the first time... amazing, just stays temp hot a long time. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Chicken posole - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Hot, fresh, perfectly seasoned & balanced - I could go on and on about the food here. We got our food within 7 minutes of ordering and were highly impressed with the service. I also love the self-serve salsa bar with many options! Make sure you get the green avocado salsa - there is a spicy version and a more tame version. Chuki's is a casual Mexican spot where you can grab a beer if you want, but don't let that fool you - the food is so high-quality and deserves its flowers. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Sopes Classica - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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My fav Cali-Mex food in Memphis. Cali fries are Burritos are great and always fresh. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Birriburro - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

This is a good local Mexican spot with quick and friendly service. I really enjoyed the queso - classic, addictive - and the chicken flautas, although I felt the chicken could've had a bit more seasoning. What was fairly disappointing was the salsa bar. Lots of folks raved about it, but none of the salsas felt above medium or maybe even mild. The "super spicy" salsas did not have much heat at all. Overall, I'd come back and try other things on the menu too. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - 4 Flautas - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Nice Hispanic eatery. Ambiance is diner like. Sit down ordering and eating. Lunch specials are good. Got the 3 taco platter and was very good. Messy week seasoned. Wife enjoyed her chicken tortilla soup. Friend got the 3 fish taco and those looked very good. Another friend got the chimichanga and those were very good. Got them filled with chicken. You can get them filled with different proteins. Good portion size. The large queso was good. Note that they have a small sauce bar. Note also that they don't offer complimentary also and chips. For us that is not a deal breaker especially with good food. Service was excellent and friendly. Will come again. read more

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Easy to read menu, delicious food, and quick service. I love the salsa and sauce bar. There is a bar near the counter that have a plethora of options for your chips to your entree. The serving size is nice and the food is affordable. read more

Can't say enough good things about this spot! If you're craving authentic, delicious Mexican food, this is the place. They have an amazing salsa bar with tons of options--from mild to super spicy. I wish I had gotten a picture of the guacamole--it was honestly some of the best I've ever had: chunky, fresh, and full of lime flavor. The service was excellent. Our server was so sweet and attentive. The ambiance makes it a perfect spot for a casual lunch date. read more

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Went to lunch with friends. Really great food and cool place. The restaurant is decorated with bright colors with a party and happy atmosphere. The server was very friendly and helpful. Everyone was very nice. The place was crowded with locals and patrons. My food was seasoned well and tasted fabulous! I liked the large sauce bar that was labeled well. It had so many choices to try. There were small containers for multiple choices. I will be back to try some other menu items. We had a great time at lunch. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Sauces - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Quant little taco shop with fabulous selection of the basics: chimichangas, burritos, tortas, quesadillas and of course tacos! I am not sure but it seems like it is a family run operation. I like that. Everything is delicious here and the real beauty is their salsa bar with at least 16 different flavors. Everything is made fresh - even the tortilla chips so you might have to wait a minute... btw chips are NOT complimentary but are worth the $2.95 an order. They have beer too, and a limited selection of pre-made cocktails. Ambiance is artsy with colorful Mexican pop art lined walls that feels homey. I wanted to try everything on the menu so I will be back. Try it and you will be back too! read more

I went here for the first time during a Fifa world cup game and I absolutely loved it. The food was amazing and was delivered in a timely manner. I really hope to go back and enjoy the food the exact same! read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Frijoles y quesadillas - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

We went Taco Tuesday for fish tacos and they were so good. We used to live in San Diego and these tacos are superior to Rubio's. We will definitely dine here again. read more

I'm still on the hunt for good Birria tacos here in Memphis. These were better than the last three spots I tried, but it still didn't meet my expectations of what I was looking for. the dip was really good, but the meat itself didn't have as much seasoning as I expected, but the taco had a really good crunch to it and it was a good size taco and it also came with rice and beans. I ordered during lunchtime so maybe that's why it came with rice and beans but I was really just expecting three tacos by itself but overall it was good. Just not the best. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - 3 Birria Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

This spot was really good! I wish I got a picture. I got the quesabirria. My friend got chimichangas and we shared guacamole and queso dip! Everything was delicious and we appreciated the art and the way the restaurant was decorated. Cozy inside and the food was delicious. I'll be back. read more

I wrote a really long review here already and it is down at the bottom in Yelp jail. I am not sure why, I never got an email or explanation. Perhaps it was something I said... Anywho. The food here is great. I love everything I have eaten here. No free chips and salsa, but they do have a rad, well stocked, salsa bar to nab your likes of the salsa. There must be twelve at least. The servers are always nice. The clientele is heavy Latino. Love that I am a minority on most visits. You know you've found a good Mexican food place then! Food comes out fast, hot, and the way you want it. Yum. Yum. Yum. Yum. Yum. Yum. Yum. Inside is hard to explain but it really doesn't matter. The food makes up for the ambiance. Now they are all green and I am done with my second review of this place. '24 - 85/101. Getting this one back lowers the count biayches! read more

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Walking in was a bit confusing, no one says hi, and I didn't know if I had to wait to be seated. Once I figure that one out it was easier, server was friendly enough and took our order after about a 10 minute wait. Food was delicious, I got the birria tacos and my spouse got the carne asada bowl. They were both really good, personally I would skip the beans here. Location has plenty of parking and it's pretty bright inside. Will for sure be back to try more from the menu. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I was craving Birria today and decided to give this place a try! I'm glad I did. Upon arriving u was greeted and told to sit anywhere. The staff was really nice the only thing was that almost every table needed to be wiped down. Luckily the server had the towel and spray handy and took care of that promptly. I knew I wanted Birria so I was ready to order and she took care of me. The food came out in a timely manner and it was so fresh and good! Everything was so well seasoned!!! Even the consume was SEASONED! the only thing they could've did was put more cheese on the taco but they def didn't skimp out on the meat! The tacos were stuffed. I liked how they put the sauces out on display I highly suggest adding limes to the line because that one little lime y'all put on the plate don't do nothing lol. Other than that i def recommend if you want some good Birria. read more

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Food is yummy! Service is nice, inside of restaurant vibrant colors! Love love love salsa bar!

We loved Chuki's!! The Birria Is great and flavorful. The nachos were great. The carnitas on the nachos were very flavorful and not dry at all. The service was also great. They provide a sauce bar so you can add different sauces to your food. Tons of options! read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Birria - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Cool causal spot with great food and friendly staff. Went in with high expectations and they exceeded them. The Birria tacos were the best I have had in the city. Great vibes, family friendly, and highly recommend. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - 3 Birria Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

The food was so good the chips were a bit hard but besides that it was truly delicious I got the tacos and cheese dip is I loved it . read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

My favorite Mexican joint in town. The sauce bar is an excellent addition. Sopas are amazing. Their chips are perfect. Love it all!

I don't have Tourette's, but this need to be said: TACOS CAMPECHANOS!!! Ok. That's out of the way. See below for rationale. Usually, one has to venture to Summer Ave. for authentic(-ish) tacos. And you still do, if you're looking for lengua or tripa or something exotic. But, damn, Chucki's does one helluva job with their offerings. The interior is eclectic. Seems Chuki has a penchant for thing automotive and with a typical Hispanic bent. It's welcoming though, and decently roomy for the 12-15 tables they have in there. The young lady behind the counter was busy for a Sunday afternoon, but welcoming and quick with a smile. The food: I had one nopales/cactus taco, for the hell of it. It was good, the cactus was soft and took on some of the taste of the grill. And then there was the Campechanos. Truth be told I went in for birra something, tacos, quesadilla, just something meat and tortilla and consume. Maybe some chicharrones. Glad I didn't. Food Writer guy I know turned me on to agohada, which I guess is when you take something porous (flour as opposed to corn) and drown it. In what you say? I don't know. At Chuki's, apparently, it's what ever is delicious. Slight spice, a little salty, flavor as deep as the Marianas Trench, it doesn't disintegrate the tortilla (this was the killer- the tortilla was integral to the flavor- usually tortillas are there as a fairly bland holder of stuff); it's the vanguard of deliciousness that awaits the rest of the bite. Which happens to be beef and chorizo...some fat (which, of course, is where the flavor is), melded together with cheese. I cannot understate the impact of the medley-ness. It just works. In most Mexican dishes, the ingredients are thrown together in the near ubiquitous tortilla and then plated. In this variation, the product is something novel, original, and the flavor does not disappoint. The salsas, at this point, where I had loaded up on six of them, liberally sipping them from the small cups offered (the arbol was very good as was the mixed chilis; the spicy guac was very good for a strained guac), became completely unnecessary. The Campechanos were that good- I didn't want to screw with the near perfection they plated up. All in all, it's not going to replace Guadalupana for me. Chucki's nicer, better, more savory, more convenient, and...better. It's slightly pricier, but the previous sentence kind of negates any concern I have over slightly pricier (a la carte tacos are $2.50 as of March 2024). But if the Ground Zero of Tacos on Summer has only nostalgia and lengua going for it, Chuki's may supplant it on my list. As an afterthought, and I can't tell you why I feel like this need to be said, Chuki's, in my somewhat educated experience, is VASTLY superior to Tacos Nganas. I invite your angry letters, as Yelp does not allow for comments...hehe. (So, your only avenue for rebuttals, fellow Yelpers, is to go to Chuki's, buy their food, eat it, and then drag your fingers across your phones in creating your own reviews...in which I believe you'll wind up agreeing). read more

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Really good addition to the Memphis taco scene. Service is very good. Restaurant is very spacious. Loved the playlist (Latin music) the day I was in. We tried 3 different street tacos. Carne asada, chorizo and carnitas. They all tasted like very fresh meat. The flavor was outstanding. The tortillas themselves were fine. The birria was very tasty. The one knock, tortilla could've been crispier. It was missing that slight crunch from the griddling. Don't get it twisted though, flavor bomb and 3 tacos is wildly filling. The salsa bar was fresh, but was probably the least favorite part. We'll definitely go back for additional items. The torta looked massive! Give Chukis a try! read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Birria tacos - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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The service and the meal itself was very good! I recommend the flautas. I'm leaving a "meh" review because a big part of why we went there was to try the salsa bar and the spicy salsas didn't really have any heat at all. And I'd know because I normally can't take it! Ambiance was fine. Not too busy. read more

Good. Just very informal and casual. Needs more character! Food is good. Reminds me of fast food a lil

Second visit, got the torta Villa Carbon this time. Huge and very good! Service was a bit better this time. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Birriburro - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Horrible! The food was horrible and expensive. It was also cold. I love the original in Olive Branch. I will NEVER come back to this location. read more

Great service and recommendations. Perfect day for a agua frescas to cool you off! The bowls are my go to for a healthier options at lunch. And don't for get the sauces!! read more

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My husband and I just got back from lunch at Chukis Tacos 2. This was my first time eating here, and I will definitely be back! The food was excellent and we had a great server (Maggie) who helped us navigate the menu and the array of complimentary sauces. We ordered chips and dip (homemade) and this is not the standard bagged chips with salsa bottle. Crisp and substantial chips with fresh, flavorful, slightly spicy salsa. Really good! Maggie recommended the Birria Burrito with consume for my husband. Wow!!! Loaded with tender and flavorful shredded beef, whole beans, rice, and cheese in a grilled tortillia wrapper with a rich and hearty consume. He has a healthy appetite and still took some home. I got 2 alpastor tacos, which were excellent. Tender and flavorful pork with just enough pineapple. I alsi had a grilled chicken taco that was good, but not as luscious as the pastor. We LOVED the sauces. Yes, you got some mighty heat with a few of these, but they never sacrificed flavor for the sake of heat. Great pickled onion and habenaros, fresh crisp radish and cucumber, smokey, spicy dips. What is not to love!! Churos for desert, sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. Clean, well lit reasurant. Casual. Friendly service, great parking!! We will be back (and bring friends!) read more

Great food, great service. You won't be disappointed. Tacos are on point. Love the sauce bar. They are a must.

Everything went well Customer service was outstanding and the smells as you enter and the food was Godtier read more

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I got the nachos mexicanos with asada and they were very good & covered with plenty of toppings. The chips tasted very fresh. There was also a free salsa bar with tons of different options-- all of the ones I tried had amazing flavor. The service was also very good & our waitress was very friendly. The restaurant was very clean & it wasn't too busy when we went so there were plenty of seat to choose from. read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Nachos Mexicanos - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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A worthy contender within the area for great Mexican food. I enjoy the salsa bar which is uncommon around here, but a familiar sight out west. Beware, some of the options at the salsa bar are quite spicy--like the pickled cabbage! Even then, it's so so tasty. Their tacos and quesabirrias are delicious and don't disappoint. Don't sleep on some of their other plates though! Also, the aguas frescas like horchata or jamaica (hibiscus) lean on the authentic side. It's always pleasant inside with great service. I'll be back! read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Taco Plate - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Chukis was a spur of the moment decision and I don't regret it. The food portions are huge. The staff is friendly. They had all the classic cartoons on. Yes, we still watch cartoons lol. Also they had cool art work up all around the restaurant. We tried the queso combinado and it was delicious! We also shared a birria burrito, and I'm glad we did cause it was huge. And the consume was very tasty and complimented the burrito. The tacos are also yummy and they have a million sauces! Also let me not forget how tasty the homemade chips are . I will be back. read more

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Clean, establishment with fast excellent service. It has a shared parking lot and can be easy to miss based on it's location, but oooooh when you find it. They have a menu that touches all the buttons and the portions are large! All considered, I'd say very affordable, inexpensive even. There is also a station for add-ons such as salsa, red onions and carrot, etc. which enjoy! I can;t wait to go back. Very rarely am I indecisive on food and my order, but here there were so many things I wanted to try. I only wish they had a full bar lol. read more

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The BEST new taco spot in Memphis!! Fresh ingredients and made to order. Very sweet staff and the flavor is out of sight! The salsa bar is serve yourself and there's a bounty of freshly made in house sauces to try from mild to super spicy. The churros are an excellent dessert to end your meal. My favorite dish is the chorizo torts and the Tacos Campechanos!! The vibe in the restaurant is great and there's a lot of Mexican kitsch that makes it a fun experience. read more

yuuup i'm happy. came here with girlfriend of almost FIVE years and i wasn't even craving a quesadilla but we came here and ate and it was a great meal! vibes in there were very cool and they have a cool little sauce bar with a bunch of dips! it is very cool and we were both very pleased!! read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Quesadilla Clasica - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Super clean new restaurant. Fast and friendly service. Very delicious food. We will definitely e back read more

Chukis Tacos 2 - Nopales fried corn quesadilla. - Mexican Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

This place has the best Mexican food I've had to date. It's nicely priced as well and I got my food super quickly. I got the birria tacos, and birria burrito. My kids got the kids quesadillas and everything tasted very good. read more

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