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    El Tacorrido

    4.0 (212 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 7:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Barbicoa  no taste

    Rude lady took my orders didn't know how to put the order into the machine. Got the food instantly opened it saw how the potatoes were barely cooked asked for bacon egg potato taco just got egg and potato and cheese. Everything was just awful should have just made this food at home. Should have known it was gonna be bad. When we pulled up my son said it looked sketchy. I said that's where the good tacos come from sometimes. But nope. I would advise to skip this place.

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    Brian Q.

    Great option for late night Mexican food cravings. Visiting Austin and looked for something open late night and groceries were closed so I looked this place up on Yelp and saw they had meat by the pound which would last me a few days. It's a small operation with a few seats outside and a drive through. Service was quick as they came out to take my order prior me to getting to the window so by the time I got to the front of the line everything was ready. I definitely will want to come back to try their breakfast tacos.

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    Clarissa L.

    Quick drive through place to stop by for some tacos. We tried the chicken taco, barbacoa and al pastor. The tacos were a good size, but the meats were lacking a bit a flavor. The al pastor also didn't have any pineapple taste in it.

    The tortilla is dry and store bought.
    Joshua R.

    This one lady forgot about my order. I ordered 3 tacos and i waited 25 minutes. After i asked for my order the lady was asked by another lady why didn't u get the order out and her response was an idk/idc face. The food was a 4/10 and the service was a -5/10. The tortillas are absolutely garbage.

    Bistec tacos on corn
    Chelsea S.

    El Tacorrido is a gem that has quickly become a staple in my life thanks to the value and quality of the food. It looks unassuming from the outside, located in the middle of a parking lot of a strip mall off of Lamar and Rundberg. But what it lacks in showmanship it makes up for in taste, price, and consistency. With most tacos holding steady at less than $3 per taco (as long as you don't go overboard with extra toppings) and the ability to have either breakfast or non-breakfast tacos at any time of day, it's easy to bring a friend and have a full meal with drinks for less than $20 between two people. These kinds of high-value places in Austin are few and far between. Not only is the price great, but the quality of tacos is stellar. I've sampled several tacos from their savory menu including the bistec and pollo, as well as some breakfast taco varieties. All have been smash hits. It's hard to stop at just a few tacos because they're so mouth-wateringly delicious. Don't shy away from the cilantro and onion add-ons unless you're good with missing out on taste. The salsas come in 3 varieties--2 red and one green. The green is my personal favorite, but you should try them all and find out which suits your palette best. One pro tip is that if you want avocado on your tacos, you do have to ask for it and pay about $0.50 extra. There will probably be a guy walking around asking if you want a churro. The churros are solid but unfortunately, depending on the time of day you're there, they might not be warm. Still a nice and sweet tasty treat. I do not believe this guy walking around with the churro cooler is associated with El Tacorrido. Bring cash if you want to finish your meal with some churros.

    HORRIBLE. Servicio 0/10. No nos dio toda nuestra comida y contestando con mal genio. Hasta parece que le hizo algo a nuestra comida.

    No recomiendo. La señora con mal genio. No nos dio lo que pedimos.. no se si algo malo ha pasado el día de hoy pero parece que no sabían ni que estaban cobrando.

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    These tacos are terrible, a lady with glasses was making the tacos and ate the meat from the tacos and licked her fingers while touching the tacos, then the other lady touched her ear and they touched the food without gloves or anything. Estos tacos están terribles una señora de lentes estaba haciendo los tacos y se comía de la carne de los tacos y se chupaba los dedos mientras tocaba los tacos luego la otra lady se tocaba la oreja y tocaban la comida sin guantes ni nada

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    Tiny, overpriced unimpressive tacos. I'd heard good things but won't be back. Spent $20 for a few bites of food.

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    I got the horchata coffee, queso, and a couple tacos one morning. Then continued to do this for years, always amazing!

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    Always pleasantly delicious! Friendly staff. Muchas gracias! The Salsa Verde is the best in the neighborhood.

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    The tacos are great and there chile de molcagete is awesome i will definitely go back and eat there again over and over again

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    7.1 miDowntown
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    Came here for lunch on a weekday. So the place was very quiet. Only a few other tables were…read moreoccupied. Arriba Abajo as you walked in just gave me all the vibes of a happening place when you want to hang out with friends and have a great time. We ordered the braised ribs rolled tacos for appetizers. It was so fresh and kicking' with all kinds of flavors. I wish I had ordered another one. The avocado sauce layered on the bottom was just enough to keep wanting more. For lunch I ordered the Carneasada Fajitas with chimichurri and my husband ordered the Carneasada Taqueria. With my fajitas came a side of frijoles, green rice & flour tortillas. Corn flour was the other option. Both meals came in pipin' hot & the smell coming from both was very aromatic, zesty & spice. Amazing taste, flavors, just the right amount of marinade on the Carneasada with a hint of lime. It was so delicious while enjoying the ambiance. Our server was a delight and took very good care of us. We didn't order any of their alcoholic beverages since we were both working, but definitely we will be back to enjoy more food and try out their beverages.

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    Private Dining Area

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    Wagyu Barbacoa Taquitos.

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    Another fun place in Austin! Great Mexican food, great and…read morefast service and the mood here was so cozy and inviting- we really enjoyed our food here. So we were thinking of tacos or Mexican food and my daughter suggested this spot as she had come here with some friends and really enjoyed their sopecitos. I had never had a sopecito! What is that! So we had to try... We were lucky to arrive at the right time (9 pm!) where we got their last table!! Make reservations or something because this is another one of those places that fills up! So- we were taken care of immediately: chips and some very hot salsas were set on the table while we chose. They menu is in QR code format, but we asked and got paper menus as well. Well I got the chicken sopecitos , my daughter got the pork ones and my partner got the meat tacos. Everything was delicious, the food arrived promptly, the portion size was perfect and bountiful and everything was super enjoyable. I really enjoyed trying some New Mexican favorites. Next time I will try some other delicacies since I always get tacos tacos burritos or quesadillas: time for some new items on the menu! Enjoy!

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    Inside view

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    7.4 miWarehouse District, Downtown
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    We celebrated our anniversary at ATX Cocina and had an incredible night. The entire restaurant is…read moregluten-free, which is a huge plus, and the food absolutely delivers -- don't sleep on the Hamachi Crudo. Our server Alexa went above and beyond all evening -- he arranged a champagne toast and a beautiful dessert for us, and at the end of the night the staff surprised us with a personalized anniversary card signed by so many of the team. It was a genuinely sweet touch that we weren't expecting. The food was outstanding across the board, but seriously -- order the Hamachi Crudo. You won't regret it. If you're looking for a spot that nails the food AND makes you feel taken care of, ATX Cocina is it. We'll definitely be back.

    It's actually kind of insane that this place has a 4.2 at the time of writing this review. I…read moreliterally just ate at a Michelin star restaurant in ATX two days ago. This place is better. Flat out. The food is unreal. The hamachi crudo is the best raw seafood dish I've had in any kind of short-term or long-term memory. The carne asada has a masterful balance of just enough smoky flavor and spice. As someone who's been cooking Mexican cuisine for decades, it's very difficult to properly assess how balanced those chiles will turn out. The pork chop was also unreal. We ate every bit off the bone. We live in NYC and eat nothing but great meals. This place is a standout for us in ATX. Can't wait to come back here when we are back in Austin.

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    Dinner for four at ATX Cocina

    ATX Cocina - The amazing cesar salad with watermelon radishes and parmesan cheese crisps

    The amazing cesar salad with watermelon radishes and parmesan cheese crisps

    ATX Cocina - Ahi poke tostadas were pretty good

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    Ahi poke tostadas were pretty good

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    Fonda San Miguel never disappoints! We visited on Cinco de Mayo with another couple, and as…read moreexpected, the place was packed--but we were pleasantly surprised to find a table fairly quickly on a first-come, first-served basis. We started with their famous house Margaritas with Tajín, and they were absolutely delicious--and definitely strong in the best way. My boyfriend and I shared the Ceviche Las Brisas, which was incredibly fresh with generous, perfectly cut pieces of fresh white fish from the Gulf of Mexico. For our main dish, we split the vegetable Enchiladas de Mole Poblano, served with rice and black refried beans. I wish the enchiladas had more vegetables. Everything on the plate was outstanding, and I truly think they have the best mole in town--rich, complex, and unforgettable. We were also celebrating a friend's birthday, and the staff made it extra special by surprising her with a complimentary Tres Leches cake, which was just as amazing as everything else we had. Great food, lively atmosphere, and wonderful service--Fonda San Miguel continues to be one of our favorite spots. We can't wait to go back!

    Thank god for valet, cuz that location is wretched…read more They run a tight ship - speedy and attentive - though some of the prices are whack. The bar staff seems a bit of a mixed bag but it's all good if you're just getting shots and beers. Margs seemed fine. Ambiance is the real winner here, but I clocked some table locations that seemed like real losers in that regard.

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    Bar

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    Cochinita Pibil

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    El Tacorrido - mexican - Updated May 2026

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