I'm sorry. I do not give out participation trophies when it comes to tacos. I've had too many good ones just to be kind to a business. Results or bust. These tacos al pastor had no pineapple. Major fail. They were dry and crumbly and the pork had a chewy cotton consistency. Yuck. What did I eat? We tried a variety of tacos and the best ones they had on the menu were the potato and egg tacos, which we tried since breakfast was served all day. Also, my niece had to stop at the light on Lamar and vomit the carne asada tacos out in front of all of the cars waiting at the light by us. I tried to ask her what happened but she still doesn't have the words to explain what upset her stomach. I felt so sorry cause I picked the place. But If the carne asada had an old taste like my pastor, then say no more. My niece has a weaker constitution than me so it was destined to happen. Side note: There were no English speakers when we ordered, so if this is the usual, brush up on your Spanish before coming. No big deal. There just might be a language barrier. Plus points for giving us all of the limes, cilantro and onions to our hearts desire, but all of that still couldn't make up for the lower than expected quality of the tacos. Even the corn tortillas felt more like flour instead of corn, but we were assured they were corn. I won't be back, but maybe you can test your experience against mine and report back. read more

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Lunch break: these tacos hit the spot and are very fresh. The staff is very friendly plus they speak English and Spanish very well especially if you have any questions about the menu Al Pastor tacos are great read more

I am extremely picky with salsa/hot sauce and do not like many, but the green sauce they have is AMAZING. Even the red sauce was pretty good. I got breakfast tacos and I will be going back. I definitely recommend this place! read more

Their breakfast tacos are the best!!! You may be waiting a while but just know that it's because their eggs are definitely cooked one by one, and you can literally see it in the taco. I crave their bacon, egg, and cheese tacos all the time. This is my new favorite taco spot in Austin! read more

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. read more

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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. read more

El Tacorrido - a menu for a mexican restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Their Barbacoa tacos with the salsa Verde let me tell you BOMB. Sometimes I do have to take out some fatty pieces, but that doesn't stop it from being overly yummy or ruin the taste or experience. They are a little bit stingy with the limes but all of the sassy attitude it's worth it for the food. And for a late night food truck it's my go to stop. At one point we used to eat from it at least three times a week. The drive there and the lights on the building creates this different ambience. read more

My fave go to for late night after work just can't make my own supper tacos! The only location that really makes it happen is at South First and Oltorf, though. The other locations (i've tried them all!) just don't have it goin' on- the menu is the same at the other locations but the food and service at South First/Oltorf is superb. The staff is muy friendly, the food is well and very consistently prepared and packaged and the manager Michelle guides a great, hard working crew who seem to love their jobs and amazingly enough remember and greet their repeat customers. Best barbacoa! The option of nopalitos on breakfast tacos is great! Spicy pollo! Chicharon! Try the Revuelta or Carnitas-its all good home cooking made to order. Real Mexican food in a friendly atmosphere (and an integral part of the surrounding neighbourhood). This location has hosted quite a few different drivethrough restaurants over the years, but El Taccorido is the only one we've visited so often and so happily... Fixing the potholes in the parking lot would be nice, but otherwise, this place is taco heaven... read more

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. read more

El Tacorrido - a menu for a mexican restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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. read more

El Tacorrido - Bistec tacos on corn - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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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. read more

El Tacorrido - The tortilla is dry and store bought. - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Always loved this little spots tacos. Their breakfast tacos are great for $2.75 plus all day. If your in the area and want to grab a quick breakfast taco, would highly recommend it. read more

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

I give this place a 5 star because the tacos are good. However, at this location, I paid my bill while waiting in line. When I got to the window I was asked to pay again. I checked my account at that moment and informed them I have already paid. They wanted me to pay again so I left without my tacos. I will still go back, but not to this location. read more

They say that big things come in small packages, so don't be fooled by the tiny size of this drive-through only -- plus a walk-up counter -- taco joint. El Tacorido is so so so SOOO good. Authentic Mexican tacos and breakfast tacos served all day (open until midnight), on your choice of flour or corn tortilla. As far as their menu goes, personally, I don't think I can even choose a favorite: It's a toss up between the Al Pastor and the Barbacoa tacos. The queso blanco is also the bomb-diggity. If you're a coffee drinker, I also recommend the Equinox, which is coffee with horchata (delicious. sweetened rice milk). The horcahata can be ordered without coffee too. In a city, famous for its tacos, especially ones of the breakfast variety, El Tacorrido keeps up with the best of them! So I if you happen to live in, or be visiting, the Austin area, swing by and try it out. You're welcome; consider this your first introduction to your new favorite taco restaurant. read more

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. read more

El Tacorrido - HORRIBLE. Servicio 0/10. No nos dio toda nuestra comida y contestando con mal genio. Hasta parece que le hizo algo a nuestra comida. - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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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 read more

El Tacorrido - the outside of a restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

I had the revuelta taco and it was amazing! My mom loved her polo and carnitas taco. I will definitely come back for more. Only complaint is that the offerings in store do not align with the website. Was hoping to try their queso and fish taco as well but will have to see which other tocorrido locations serve them read more

I love the tacos de verduras from El Tacorrido on South1st. Anytime I'm in that neighborhood I pick up a couple. Be careful...Different locations have different menu items. read more

I love this place but this location doesn't carry chips & queso the meat I also got on my quesadilla tastes different than the other locations. Not a big fan of this location read more

Best Mexican tacos on rundberg. The campechano tacos are to die for. Campechano is steak and chorizo grilled on the flattop with onions, super tender and flavorful. They offer corn and flour tortilla options and also serve breakfast all day. Order by the pound to feed a family or individual tacos so you can try out all the meats. Staff is super friendly and they provide quick service. read more

El Tacorrido - Campechano on corn tortilla! - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

The elpastor taco's are good websites says pork with pineapple no pineapple the Barbacoa Tacos are mostly fat pieces, not much meat. The saving grace is the green chili perfectly spicy. read more

Came tonight because it states they close at 2am I get to the window & I see the entire staff no one ever comes to the window. Drove 20 min for nothing. read more

Tacos at Tacorrido are too dry! Real taste and juicy tacos at taqueria la Luna down the street on Lamar. THANK ME LATER!! read more

El Tacorrido - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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

Be careful of this place. They charged us additional charges on our card. Be aware of what they're charging you on your receipts, credit card charges. read more

I stopped by this taco joint one day for lunch while I was in Austin. I ordered barbacoa and chicharrón tacos. Both were good but not the best. If I'm in the area I might stop by and try something else. read more

El Tacorrido - Barbacoa and chicharrón tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Dishes: Barbacoa Tacos, fajita Tacos, Al Pastor Tacos Time of wait : 10 minutes Taste: Most authentic tacos I've ever tried in Austin. Dishes will also come with extras to add in to your tacos( sour cream, cilantro, onions, salsa). 5 Stars Atmosphere: This place is a small little drive thru shack. There's no dining or seating available. Perfect for after hours munchies. 3.5 Stars read more

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I just moved into the area so I needed to find a new taco spot. I figured Tacorrido would be a good option. Ordered my usual and when I got home I realized there was no salsa in the bag. None. I looked online and saw that they charge for their salsa. If that isn't the most gentrified/Wipipo ish ever I don't know what is. So here I am, not only eating dry tacos, but they didn't even add salt or any type of seasoning. Ended up being the blandest tacos I've ever had. Hard to justify giving them another shot with the small, dry, bland tacos I just ate. If you're going to have this policy in place, you should make it abundantly clear because even the roadside taco trucks get that part right. read more

I've always loved there tacos been going here for 2 yrs. they are always so nice and have the best tacos. read more

El Tacorrido - Chorizo egg n cheese Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The best beef tacos I've had in Austin! I swing by after work at least once a week for these delicious and flavorful tacos! The line is a bit long some days but we'll worth it! Have yet to try everything on the menu but will update this review when I do! read more

El Tacorrido - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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

If you want sassy customer service. And explosive diarrhea. This is the place to come. Me: con que vienen la torta/what does the torta come with Tacorrido: pan/bread read more

Great food and awesome staff. Will definitely be back. We had several different tacos and they all where delicious. Can't wait to go back!! read more

I don't care if the food is good. Literally not one person inside this establishment was wearing a mask. As a food service worker you have a greater duty to ensure that your close contact with people's food is as safely prepared as possible! Not one person. Like who on earth owns a restaurant in COVID times and thinks it's food for business to not wear a mask?! read more

The food is phenomenal! Their service could use a bit more , but in all it's all good. The ambience is very nice. They have a small dining area but it's in all good! read more

I have been a long time patron of El Tacorrido. However, today they charged me $5 more than the total. When I asked them about it the guy claimed the bottled Cokes were $3 instead of $2 as the menu read. I called his BS and asked to return the unopened Cokes. He then short changed my refund. They don't give a receipt and are cash only. They have over charged me by a dollar before and I didn't think much of it. Are they profiling me or tipping themselves? Who knows. But I know... Never again. read more

Flight was delayed, landed around midnight. Couldn't find my luggage....learned there was an issue and I need to call to check on my bags tomorrow. There goes my toiletries......whomp whomp. I was determined to not let this slight bump get in the way of my getaway.... So tacos it is! By this time, it was getting closer to 2 am and there weren't many places open except for El Tacorrido. Their hours are pretty awesome, open until 3am! The menu was pretty short and sweet. We ended up getting a variety of tacos: al pastor, carnitas, bistec (beef fajitas), and carne guisada (beef stewed in onionand tomato). Oh man.... So delicious! The tacos appear small but they definitely pack a lot of good stuff so it's deceivingly filling (in the best way)! I highly recommend checking out this place and getting a variety for yourself! Sharing is optional ;-) read more

El Tacorrido - Yummmmm! - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

I came here a long time ago in the early 2000s when I was unfamiliar with tacos and didn't return until recently (May 2015). Now with years of taco experience behind me, I consider Tacorrido one of my favorite taco joints around town. It's up there with Taco More, Taqueria Gardenia, and Matamoros Tacos. I usually get the breakfast tacos served all day. You pick three ingredients, tortilla type, cilantro and onions, and salsa. I've had the red salsa, the light green salsa, and the slightly darker sea green salsa. My favorite would be the sea green salsa so far--it seems to be the spiciest and is tangy. The tacos are overflowing with the three ingredients you picked. I like how their tacos are not greasy like other places. Tacos are the cheapest around town at only $1.75. This location is open until 3 am (though the parking lot and area of town is too sketchy to visit after dark). The drive-through seems to be just as popular (if not more so) than ordering at the counter. There isn't much seating indoors since it's just a stand. My to-go order takes noticeably longer than Taco More, but that's probably just due to the small kitchen they have to work with. The staff is always friendly and there are English speakers for us gringos. El Tacorrido is the odd-looking micro-building in the parking lot at the Southwest quadrant of the North Lamar @ Rundberg intersection. It's across from Advance Auto Parts. read more

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I would like to start off by saying a friend took me to this place because he highly recommended it. I was extremely disappointed in the quality and taste of the quesadilla and fish taco that I ordered. I returned a second time to see if there was any chance of redemption (this place is very close to my home) but alas I was only let down again. I tried their barbacoa which was chewy, fatty and not even shredded. The corn tortillas seemed to not have been warmed up and fell apart immediately. The quesadilla pictured was covered in grease, the corn tortillas falling apart yet again and the taste was just off. As a Hispanic I am absolutely astounded at this businesses ability to call their food Mexican. Horrible. Disgusting. Not to mention the staff which gave me attitude when I asked for lime-- they insisted was in the taco foil, but was not. You're better going off to Rositas, Taco more, El taquito, and any other GENUINE taco place in the area. Avoid this culturally appropriated nightmare. read more

El Tacorrido - Quesadilla with pastor - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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