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Such a great experience! The place was easy to find and the ordering process was incredibly easy. I went with the "Cowgirl" and it was one of the best tacos i've had! It had grilled chicken breast, veggies and cheeses and sauces as well as their seasoning blends. The interior was also well decorated and I will definitely be looking forward to trying again.
No line. Quick service to order. Food seems as if it's made to order due to wait time. But the first taco I ordered was the sunset shrimp. It was a little too spicy, and the crispness texture was not present are pleasant. Tasted like microwaved fried shrimp. I swap it for the Philly shito which was better than the sunset. My favorite was the pink drink and queso and chips. Cynthia was extra cool she invited us back to the grand opening the following weekend.
Tacodeli was a nice experience. Completely expected more of the texmex vibe and is a super fun restaurant. Everyone was very nice and welcoming. I ordered the cowgirl chicken taco. ( Dry-rubbed grilled chicken, grilled corn, caramelized onions, roasted red peppers, guacamole, queso fresco) Rich with chicken and spice! Not bad! I also ordered their egg, bacon and cheese on the go taco. The chips and queso were also solid. Cheese is a bit runny but the taste was great! Kind of drank it like soup (big back style) I also ordered their margarita cookie and their churro blondie. Absolutely LOVED the churro blondie. A great family restaurant with a fun texm3x vibe for sure!
I redeemed my offer yesterday, which happened to be the last day. That's the beauty of elite weeks. U have a nice window to go at your convenience. I provided my name and went with a steak chimchurri and a a small side of queso n chips. The taco was good, although petite in size. and took some time to be prepared. I would need to buy at least 6/7 tacos to fulfill my hunger pangs, especially since I had come right after playing about 4 hours of pickleball. Nonetheless, it was a pit stop on my way to Ichii AYCE. The restaurant itself was clean. There were plenty of seating inside and outside on patio. Thanks to Jando, Yelp Houston and taco deli for organizing this event.
So I nearly forgot that I had today and tomorrow to redeem my offer. So I made the 40 minute truck to the restaurant today. They weren't busy and I didn't really like the fact that I wasn't necessarily greeted when I came to the register. All I got was a "what can I get you today?" Yeah. Not a fan. Not a fan at all. Anyway. I looked through the menu and decided on the pollo en mole and the steak chimichurri... Both with no queso blanca and both with the medium queso and tortilla chips. I waited quite a long time for the tacos. Which was quite surprising because, again, they didn't have many people there. However, the people that were there I did see they had been waiting quite a long time as well. I was so confused. Eventually, my order came and I took it to the car. Usually I checked to make sure the order is right, but I was supposed to go waiting I just left. I got in my car and was actually very surprised at how small the tacos are. Like really surprised. They are teeny tiny... like street tacos. The steak chimichurri was a solid 8 out of 10. Good flavors. Season meat. Just extremely tiny. The pollo en mole was not good at all. 2 of of 10. The flavors just didn't match up something seemed very off and it was hard to finish. The tortilla chips are great. Not too salty, a great crunch, and not heavy or greasy. I just wanted to taste the queso for the flavor because I didn't want to be bloated since I'm lactose intolerant. The queso was good. I wish it had some spice, however by itself it was a 7 out of 10. I ordered the limonada as well and it was absolutely delicious. 9/10. Refreshing. Very sweet. Very tangy. Yummy. I don't think I would come back on my own and that's ok. There are several places that I found out about throughout that I frequent! Overall I'm thankful to Jandoooo and the Yelp Houston team for lunch today!
Stopped in once again for a taco. After a long week this was a quick and easy stop. No wait, plenty of parking and friendly staff. I got the cowboy taco it was just as flavorful as the first time. Yet I do feel they went overboard with the spicy guacamole sauce. The queso has potential i would like a little more spice and it to be a little thicker. They prices are a little high for the portion considering the area. Thank you Yelp and Tacodeli for allowing a busy week to end with some flavor and convenience of dinner being made to order.
I believe this is the first time I've ever hit up an elite week event before 7am. This location is near my office so I decided to check them out on my way into the office. I also thought with it being so early I would be in and out. I walked in at 7:50am and of course I was the only person there. Dinning area is very spacious with plenty of seating. The guy working the register seemed like he was still asleep. He kept asking me the same question over and over. Not a big deal for me, I know the feeling. The part that was annoying was him having a hard time putting the code in the system to comp my queso/chips and taco. At one point he switched computers but then came back to the original computer. Once I was able to pay as I did get an extra taco, the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. I got the Barbacoa Madruguera which is braised beef, scrambled eggs, salsa de arbol and green onion. This taco had good flavor but was soooo greasy. I could feel my arteries clogging as I ate it lol. The second taco I had was the Migas taco. I love Migas, so to have it in a taco sounded amazing! Sadly this taco was super salty. I'm guessing the chief did one too many shakes of the salt shaker when he was cooking this one. The queso and prepackaged chips were average. I'm curious if you get fresh chips when you dine in. I'm hoping my tacos were off as I was the first person in this morning and the crew was still waking up. But I'm not going to go out of my way to find out. Shout out to Yelp for allowing me to try another new spot.
Great Pick for Elite Week ! Taco Deli hit the spot ! As soon as you walk in, the vibe of the place was very fun and playful with the Mexican culture murals on the table and walls . The service was absolutely amazing . Everyone was so nice and welcoming . With the elite week experience, I received queso with chips & a free taco . For my taco choice I got the Mexico City Chicken with corn tortilla . But the cool part is , you can pick your taco tortilla between corn or flour . You can also add guacamole for an extra charge . Definitely worth it because it's so tasty Also , they have 4 different salsas made fresh daily that you can choose from and freshly cut limes . The queso and chips were amazing ! The queso was so fresh , it had the perfect consistency . Well done Thank you to the yelp team for another amazing space !
Tucked behind the Shake Shack nearby, I would've totally just overlooked this new Tacodeli by the Katy Freeway if it wasn't for this amazing Yelp Elite Week event! Having come from NYC, can't say I know my tacos as well as the natives, but wow these are the best tacos I've had so far! It was a bit awkward finding our way in from the parking lot because of the fence, but inside was very cute and inviting. There were also a fair amount of seats, making it a great place to bring your friends too. For my selection, I've had the Philly-Shito, which is basically a Philly Cheese with a Shishito Pepper. My friends got the Mojo Salmon and Steak Chimichurri. We a got a regular queso with nacho chips. I also ordered a Horchata, which was not very good, very watered down, and didn't taste any cinnamon at all. Would avoid for next time. They had a fairly extensive list of tacos to the point where it was kind of hard to read the menu screen. They had a great variety and I'm excited to swing by to try other tacos as it's near where I live. One thing that stood out to me is that they had a breakfast grab and go section, which could proof useful if I ever wanted a quick breakfast Taco. The tacos here were all very flavorful and shockingly did not need any sauce. But I appreciate them having a salsa bar, with the Dona being my favorite, followed by the Habanero, and then the Roja. I've never been a big fan of green sauce, so sorry Verde. If you dine in, the staff will bring out your hot tacos out to your table, and I was able to see how busy the kitchen got so good on them for that.
Tacodeli's menu is filled with words that instantly make my heart smile: fresh, organic, housemade, avocado, guacamole, vegetarian. The cherry on top is that there are so many vegetarian/vegan options on the menu! I can definitely tell that Tacodel is based in Austin because of its eco-friendly practices. I truly appreciate their use of compostable food containers and straws. The check-n process was pretty smooth despite a minor glitch in the system that was quickly resolved within minutes. The staff was pretty friendly and helpful. I had fun checking out the colorful artwork on the dining tables. Both The Heather and Space Cowboy tacos were good. I also thought the tacos were a good size. I love that the Masa chips are 100% organic, however, the queso was a little on the salty side for me. Overall, I'm glad to have discovered Tacodeli and will definitely be back to try other vegetarian/vegan items on the menu. Thank you so much Jando, Yelp Houston, and Tacodeli for this opportunity try out a new food spot. Note: The only way to access the entrance is through a single opening in the patio gate that's located on the opposite end of the entrance.
Plenty of parking surrounding the front and the sides. I really dislike the fencing and how there's only one entrance/exit though. The menu had a lot going on and unfortunately the employee at the register did not take the initiative to recommend anything until I'd asked. Even then, it was hard to hear her because she was mumbling and gave a short response. I did not get welcoming vibes. Customer service experience only went up when another employee who seemed much more enthusiastic came out, checked in on me, and brought me my food. While I was waiting, the aroma surrounding the venue was absolutely divine, so I knew it'd be good. I got the Cowboy, and I really liked the beef. I loved the way they cooked and cut it. Sometimes beef can be pretty tough to chew, so having it cut into small pieces made it much easier to eat. I wish they allowed ingredients to be replaced or taken out because I do not like onions. When I asked about it, the employee said no and I couldn't make out the rest. The chips and dip was amazing as well. Chips had a good crunch to it, and I like the added spice to the guac.
We live a bit far but I have heard of this place before so we decided to check it out. I would say it was worth the drive. Parking was easy, although u cant park right in front unless u are only there for pickup or handy-cap. But there is a big parking lot on the side of the building. It's a bit chilly in the restaurant so if u run cold like i do bring a sweatshirt. The inside of the restaurant is decorated nicely. I like how the tables are all decorated differently and they have a merch area in the back. I got the brazed beef taco and queso and chips. Was super good and the ingredients were fresh.
Upon arrival, I had two options: search for the opening/entrance or hop a fence that surrounded the patio. I actually saw two customers hop the fence, one to enter the restaurant, one to exit. For a grand opening, the restaurant lacked energy and the employees seemed unprepared. I ordered the esquites; they were subpar. The Elite week queso was warm and watery at first but by the time I brought it home, it had thickened up to a nice consistency but was flavorless. The chips were prepackaged and the mole taco was bland. I appreciate the opportunity to visit a new restaurant thanks to Houston Yelp. However I probably won't be coming back.
This is such a great addition to the energy corridor! With their fun list of tacos and great taste, I'll definitely be back. I ordered the cowboy taco and it was so good, I immediately texted my husband that he'll have to come with me soon. The portion of steak in the taco was generous and I loved that they have a serve yourself sauce bar. Thank you Tacodelo and YE for another great event! read more
This was a quick and easy elite week to stop by and redeem tacos. It was my first time here and the check-in process was easy. We were able to get one complimentary taco and queso. I got the steak chimichurri as my complimentary taco and ordered a puerco verde taco. We were given a number, and the food was brought to our table. Service was quick. The food was brought out to us shortly. I like that there was a self-served sauce station with description of how spicy each sauce was. Overall, I enjoyed my tacos. It was good in general. Thanks to Jando, the Yelp Houston team, and Tacodeli for organizing! read more
Such a great experience! The place was easy to find and the ordering process was incredibly easy. I went with the "Cowgirl" and it was one of the best tacos i've had! It had grilled chicken breast, veggies and cheeses and sauces as well as their seasoning blends. The interior was also well decorated and I will definitely be looking forward to trying again. read more
1 month ago
No line. Quick service to order. Food seems as if it's made to order due to wait time. But the first taco I ordered was the sunset shrimp. It was a little too spicy, and the crispness texture was not present are pleasant. Tasted like microwaved fried shrimp. I swap it for the Philly shito which was better than the sunset. My favorite was the pink drink and queso and chips. Cynthia was extra cool she invited us back to the grand opening the following weekend. read more
Tacodeli was a nice experience. Completely expected more of the texmex vibe and is a super fun restaurant. Everyone was very nice and welcoming. I ordered the cowgirl chicken taco. ( Dry-rubbed grilled chicken, grilled corn, caramelized onions, roasted red peppers, guacamole, queso fresco) Rich with chicken and spice! Not bad! I also ordered their egg, bacon and cheese on the go taco. The chips and queso were also solid. Cheese is a bit runny but the taste was great! Kind of drank it like soup (big back style) I also ordered their margarita cookie and their churro blondie. Absolutely LOVED the churro blondie. A great family restaurant with a fun texm3x vibe for sure! read more
I redeemed my offer yesterday, which happened to be the last day. That's the beauty of elite weeks. U have a nice window to go at your convenience. I provided my name and went with a steak chimchurri and a a small side of queso n chips. The taco was good, although petite in size. and took some time to be prepared. I would need to buy at least 6/7 tacos to fulfill my hunger pangs, especially since I had come right after playing about 4 hours of pickleball. Nonetheless, it was a pit stop on my way to Ichii AYCE. The restaurant itself was clean. There were plenty of seating inside and outside on patio. Thanks to Jando, Yelp Houston and taco deli for organizing this event. read more
So I nearly forgot that I had today and tomorrow to redeem my offer. So I made the 40 minute truck to the restaurant today. They weren't busy and I didn't really like the fact that I wasn't necessarily greeted when I came to the register. All I got was a "what can I get you today?" Yeah. Not a fan. Not a fan at all. Anyway. I looked through the menu and decided on the pollo en mole and the steak chimichurri... Both with no queso blanca and both with the medium queso and tortilla chips. I waited quite a long time for the tacos. Which was quite surprising because, again, they didn't have many people there. However, the people that were there I did see they had been waiting quite a long time as well. I was so confused. Eventually, my order came and I took it to the car. Usually I checked to make sure the order is right, but I was supposed to go waiting I just left. I got in my car and was actually very surprised at how small the tacos are. Like really surprised. They are teeny tiny... like street tacos. The steak chimichurri was a solid 8 out of 10. Good flavors. Season meat. Just extremely tiny. The pollo en mole was not good at all. 2 of of 10. The flavors just didn't match up something seemed very off and it was hard to finish. The tortilla chips are great. Not too salty, a great crunch, and not heavy or greasy. I just wanted to taste the queso for the flavor because I didn't want to be bloated since I'm lactose intolerant. The queso was good. I wish it had some spice, however by itself it was a 7 out of 10. I ordered the limonada as well and it was absolutely delicious. 9/10. Refreshing. Very sweet. Very tangy. Yummy. I don't think I would come back on my own and that's ok. There are several places that I found out about throughout that I frequent! Overall I'm thankful to Jandoooo and the Yelp Houston team for lunch today! read more
2 months ago
Stopped in once again for a taco. After a long week this was a quick and easy stop. No wait, plenty of parking and friendly staff. I got the cowboy taco it was just as flavorful as the first time. Yet I do feel they went overboard with the spicy guacamole sauce. The queso has potential i would like a little more spice and it to be a little thicker. They prices are a little high for the portion considering the area. Thank you Yelp and Tacodeli for allowing a busy week to end with some flavor and convenience of dinner being made to order. read more
I believe this is the first time I've ever hit up an elite week event before 7am. This location is near my office so I decided to check them out on my way into the office. I also thought with it being so early I would be in and out. I walked in at 7:50am and of course I was the only person there. Dinning area is very spacious with plenty of seating. The guy working the register seemed like he was still asleep. He kept asking me the same question over and over. Not a big deal for me, I know the feeling. The part that was annoying was him having a hard time putting the code in the system to comp my queso/chips and taco. At one point he switched computers but then came back to the original computer. Once I was able to pay as I did get an extra taco, the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. I got the Barbacoa Madruguera which is braised beef, scrambled eggs, salsa de arbol and green onion. This taco had good flavor but was soooo greasy. I could feel my arteries clogging as I ate it lol. The second taco I had was the Migas taco. I love Migas, so to have it in a taco sounded amazing! Sadly this taco was super salty. I'm guessing the chief did one too many shakes of the salt shaker when he was cooking this one. The queso and prepackaged chips were average. I'm curious if you get fresh chips when you dine in. I'm hoping my tacos were off as I was the first person in this morning and the crew was still waking up. But I'm not going to go out of my way to find out. Shout out to Yelp for allowing me to try another new spot. read more
Great Pick for Elite Week ! Taco Deli hit the spot ! As soon as you walk in, the vibe of the place was very fun and playful with the Mexican culture murals on the table and walls . The service was absolutely amazing . Everyone was so nice and welcoming . With the elite week experience, I received queso with chips & a free taco . For my taco choice I got the Mexico City Chicken with corn tortilla . But the cool part is , you can pick your taco tortilla between corn or flour . You can also add guacamole for an extra charge . Definitely worth it because it's so tasty Also , they have 4 different salsas made fresh daily that you can choose from and freshly cut limes . The queso and chips were amazing ! The queso was so fresh , it had the perfect consistency . Well done Thank you to the yelp team for another amazing space ! read more
Tucked behind the Shake Shack nearby, I would've totally just overlooked this new Tacodeli by the Katy Freeway if it wasn't for this amazing Yelp Elite Week event! Having come from NYC, can't say I know my tacos as well as the natives, but wow these are the best tacos I've had so far! It was a bit awkward finding our way in from the parking lot because of the fence, but inside was very cute and inviting. There were also a fair amount of seats, making it a great place to bring your friends too. For my selection, I've had the Philly-Shito, which is basically a Philly Cheese with a Shishito Pepper. My friends got the Mojo Salmon and Steak Chimichurri. We a got a regular queso with nacho chips. I also ordered a Horchata, which was not very good, very watered down, and didn't taste any cinnamon at all. Would avoid for next time. They had a fairly extensive list of tacos to the point where it was kind of hard to read the menu screen. They had a great variety and I'm excited to swing by to try other tacos as it's near where I live. One thing that stood out to me is that they had a breakfast grab and go section, which could proof useful if I ever wanted a quick breakfast Taco. The tacos here were all very flavorful and shockingly did not need any sauce. But I appreciate them having a salsa bar, with the Dona being my favorite, followed by the Habanero, and then the Roja. I've never been a big fan of green sauce, so sorry Verde. If you dine in, the staff will bring out your hot tacos out to your table, and I was able to see how busy the kitchen got so good on them for that. read more
Tacodeli's menu is filled with words that instantly make my heart smile: fresh, organic, housemade, avocado, guacamole, vegetarian. The cherry on top is that there are so many vegetarian/vegan options on the menu! I can definitely tell that Tacodel is based in Austin because of its eco-friendly practices. I truly appreciate their use of compostable food containers and straws. The check-n process was pretty smooth despite a minor glitch in the system that was quickly resolved within minutes. The staff was pretty friendly and helpful. I had fun checking out the colorful artwork on the dining tables. Both The Heather and Space Cowboy tacos were good. I also thought the tacos were a good size. I love that the Masa chips are 100% organic, however, the queso was a little on the salty side for me. Overall, I'm glad to have discovered Tacodeli and will definitely be back to try other vegetarian/vegan items on the menu. Thank you so much Jando, Yelp Houston, and Tacodeli for this opportunity try out a new food spot. Note: The only way to access the entrance is through a single opening in the patio gate that's located on the opposite end of the entrance. read more
2 months ago
Plenty of parking surrounding the front and the sides. I really dislike the fencing and how there's only one entrance/exit though. The menu had a lot going on and unfortunately the employee at the register did not take the initiative to recommend anything until I'd asked. Even then, it was hard to hear her because she was mumbling and gave a short response. I did not get welcoming vibes. Customer service experience only went up when another employee who seemed much more enthusiastic came out, checked in on me, and brought me my food. While I was waiting, the aroma surrounding the venue was absolutely divine, so I knew it'd be good. I got the Cowboy, and I really liked the beef. I loved the way they cooked and cut it. Sometimes beef can be pretty tough to chew, so having it cut into small pieces made it much easier to eat. I wish they allowed ingredients to be replaced or taken out because I do not like onions. When I asked about it, the employee said no and I couldn't make out the rest. The chips and dip was amazing as well. Chips had a good crunch to it, and I like the added spice to the guac. read more
We live a bit far but I have heard of this place before so we decided to check it out. I would say it was worth the drive. Parking was easy, although u cant park right in front unless u are only there for pickup or handy-cap. But there is a big parking lot on the side of the building. It's a bit chilly in the restaurant so if u run cold like i do bring a sweatshirt. The inside of the restaurant is decorated nicely. I like how the tables are all decorated differently and they have a merch area in the back. I got the brazed beef taco and queso and chips. Was super good and the ingredients were fresh. read more
Upon arrival, I had two options: search for the opening/entrance or hop a fence that surrounded the patio. I actually saw two customers hop the fence, one to enter the restaurant, one to exit. For a grand opening, the restaurant lacked energy and the employees seemed unprepared. I ordered the esquites; they were subpar. The Elite week queso was warm and watery at first but by the time I brought it home, it had thickened up to a nice consistency but was flavorless. The chips were prepackaged and the mole taco was bland. I appreciate the opportunity to visit a new restaurant thanks to Houston Yelp. However I probably won't be coming back. read more
I have really high hopes for this spot. Tacos are an immediate YES for me all day, so I was excited to try this. The place is new- they were working on finishing the patio when I went. Very nicely decorated and bright. The menu is solid- great options in beef, chicken, seafood and vegetarian. There's a dessert selection at the counter and I felt personally attacked by them having a churro blondie brownie (WHY WOULD YOU DO THAT IN THE SUMMER??!!) I stayed true to my diet tho.... lol Main event! Here's what I ate and rated: 1. Cowgirl chicken/flour tortilla: 6.5/10 - great seasoning on the chicken, great toppings. 2. Frontera Fundido Caulibella flour tortilla: 5/10: all veggie. Cooked well, could have used a Lil more seasoning but really good for a veggie taco 3. Mexican corn cup: 7/10 this was really good. Bacon on the top is never a wrong choice. 4. Barbacoa taco flour tortilla 5/10: to be fair, I make Barbacoa myself, so I'm probably not as fair as most. I wanted more onion and cilantro but it was good. The ONLY serious issue i had while I was there was a smell inside. I think the plumbing drain has an issue that's backing up inside. Other than that- it's a great looking plane and everyone was nice. read more
Having visited other Tacodeli locations, this also proved to be spacious and casually comfortable. I was greeted upon entrance to the establishment and informed them I was here for Elite Week. Without further ado, I perused their menu on the counter and quickly decided to order the Cowboy taco. Then, I was offered chips with either guac or queso, in size medium or large. I was told it would be out soon and I also ordered for to-go, which was a smooth experience. Don't forget the salsa bar as it is help yourself next to the beverage station. The Cowboy tacos were packed with very well seasoned steak bites and all the fixings. Seriously packed with flavor! The chips are very lightly salted and definitely great with guac or queso. Staff were helpful and welcoming. Thanks Jando, Yelp, and Tacodeli for a delicious Elite Week. read more
1 month ago
Literally went on the last day of this elite week. I went around 12 pm and it was not packed. There were lots of parking spots even with a busy Pluckers next door . I was greeted by the cashiers upon arrival, but I also was greeted with a foul sewer smell. I tried the steak chimichurri, and the cowgirl, and both of them were pretty flavorful. The only thing I didn't like about the steak chimichurri was the beef was either over cooked or had been sitting out because it was chewy. The queso was good but was liquidy . I always appreciate yelp and restaurant owners for giving me the opportunity to try new places! Happy houston restaurant week (month)! read more
I came here for Elite Week. I've driven past this area on I-10 many times. I see they're developing this area. On top of Tacodeli...they have Shake Shack and Pluckers. Tacodeli is a nice clean restaurant. The Patio is pretty big as well. Can't really sit outside right now! lol. People working there were really nice and helpful. Service was awesome as well. Now for the food. I got the "Frontera Fundido Sirloin" taco. Meat was tender. I think a salsa would've put it over the top. I ended using some of my queso with it. The Chips and queso were okay. It was pretty runny. I let the queso sit a bit a to thicken a little. The sodas...I had the Cherry Main Root, and it was pretty refreshing. I see they're open for breakfast. I will be checking that out next time. read more
Was running some errands in Katy on Sunday and stopped by Taco Deli for a late lunch. There were only about two other tables occupied, so it was pretty quiet. The employee who took my order was friendly, and when I couldn't decide between the SHRIMPOSITO and the Phili Shito, he recommended the Phili Shito. I went with his suggestion, and I'm glad I did! I ate my taco there and got the chips and salsa to go. The salsa was creamy and served warm. The chips were prepackaged, so I'm curious if those are the same ones served for dine-in. I LOVED my taco. The grilled beef shoulder was incredibly flavorful, and I loved the combination of jack cheese and shishito peppers. My only complaint was the avocado- it wasn't quite ripe enough, so it was still pretty firm instead of soft and creamy. It also didn't have the avocado flavor I was hoping for. Otherwise, the taco was delicious! One other thing I wanted to mention about the location, purely as feedback because I genuinely enjoyed the hospitality and want to see Taco Deli succeed in Katy: finding the entrance was a little confusing. When I arrived, I didn't see an opening in the metal railing, so I ended up ducking underneath it to get to the main door. I noticed the opening when I was leaving, but I think having two openings or making the existing one a little more visible could make the entrance easier to find. Overall, really enjoyed my experience and would definitely come back to try more of the menu! read more
The staff were very friendly and welcoming and the restaurant itself was super clean. I got to try the cowboy taco and the chips and queso. I thought the chips were a bit too salty for my liking and the queso was decent. I wish that it had more flavor to it and that the consistency was thicker. (5.5/10) As for the cowboy taco, I was really pleased with the amount of steak in the taco. It was well seasoned and I thought the guac was very fresh and helped to balance the saltiness of the steak. (7.5/10) I did miss out on the salsa bar because I just sat at the tables near the entrance, so I did not even see it until I was leaving. I'm sure that it would have enhanced the flavors of the taco if I was able to try it all together. The staff also helped us pack our tortilla chips and queso to go so the overall service was great. read more
***AKAUSHI PICADILLO The wagyu ground beef was amazingly moist and flavorful. The addition of cilantro and sweet onion works really well. Portion wise, there was enough filling for 2 tacos. At onw point, the filling was starting to slip off as I ate I wish it came with another tortilla so that the bites feel more proportional. Note: the salsa sauce bar is good. Although it would be nice to have just pico readily available on the side because I've seen that at other places. My personal favorite was the Doña and the Roja. The staff were overall really friendly nand generous. They offered us extra tortilla chips to take home and I really appreciated that. read more
Came in around 1 PM, and it wasn't too packed. There was plenty of parking, which is always a plus. The restaurant itself was really clean and had a nice modern look. Service was quick and easy. You order at the counter, and they bring the food out to you. I got the tacos and chips and queso, and for me, they were honestly kind of mid. They weren't bad by any means, but nothing really stood out or made me want to come back specifically for the food. Overall, I'm grateful for the opportunity to check this place out! The space was nice, the service was quick, and I'm glad I got to give it a try. read more
Thanks to Yelp Elite Week, I got to try Tacodeli's new location. Like all their other locations, it's a casual counter-service restaurant with its own self-serve salsa bar and drinks. The restaurant is bright and clean with a huge outdoor patio. For the event, you get 1 free order of chips and queso and 1 taco of choice, so I ordered the Steak Chimichurri taco. I also got the Cowboy taco. Both tacos were flavorful, and the steaks were tender and juicy. The queso was so creamy and delicious as well. read more
Clean and modern restaurant with lots of parking. Chips and queso: chips were pretty salty. The queso was not as flavorful compared to other ones I've tried. I like mine with more texture (jalapeños, onions, diced tomatoes) but this queso was very one dimensional and bland. Steak chimichurri taco: they gave a generous portion of steak. However, all I could really taste was a lot of lime and salt. I didn't taste any traditional chimichurri flavors... At least the meat was tender. Flour tortilla was standard. Overall, I am appreciative of the opportunity I got to try this place but there's definitely room for improvement. read more
It was great to try this new establishment. They have a huge patio. Inside they have info about the owners and their history. They also have daily specials listed next to their menu on the wall. I placed my order. Got a free taco and chips with queso. I ordered the puerco verde and steak chimichurri tacos. They were both flavorful and delicious. They have a soda fountain mostly from Maine Root. They also have a salsa station with varying degrees of spiciness. Their tables are cute with the lotería (Mexican bingo) cards. Their staff were friendly. Thanks to them, Jando, and the Yelp team for this event. read more
2 months ago
Thank you Tacodeli and Yelp! As others have mentioned before, the entrance design is a little interesting since you have to apparently go around the gates but I just went under the rail lol. I ordered the cowboy and got my chips and queso. The beef in the cowboy was tender and flavorful! I also enjoyed the salsa bar on the side- some of them got heat! The only thing I wish was a little different is the wrapping- if they could've closed the taco with the tortilla before wrapping the aluminum foil that would've been nice. The queso was good and the chips came in a plastic bag. Aside from the food, service was standard and the interior was colorful and clean! read more
Visiting the Tacodeli location in Katy was a great experience. The staff were super friendly and my order came out fresh and in a timely manner. I love the concept of their restaurant is from "Farm to Taco". I opted to try the bacon, egg and cheese breakfast taco and it was delicious. The eggs were fluffy, the bacon wasn't too crispy and I could tell the cheese was good quality based on how it melted in my air fryer when I got home. The queso was also delicious. It wasn't too thick and was super creamy. I appreciate the staff giving me two bags of chips because they provided a nice portion of queso. I thought the table designs were petty cool and appreciated learning some of the history about the restaurant that was displayed on the walls. read more
Given that this is a newer area, parking was ample, and the inside was clean. The service was extremely friendly, I didn't have to wait too long to receive my items, and they even offered me an additional bag of tortilla chips (free of charge) when they saw I had a tub of queso left over! I had a blast trying all the flavors at the salsa station as well (pro tip: try mixing the Habanero salsa with the queso for a spicy kick). Unfortunately, I can't give a 5-star rating because my taco was quite underwhelming. I ordered the Cowboy, which was said to be popular with customers, but I couldn't see the appeal after multiple bites, and I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw my taco was around $6. While I wouldn't say it was plain, I was hoping for more of a grilled/smoky flavor, but this tasted like something that I could replicate at home. I will give props to Tacodeli for using local, Texas-based ingredients; my meal was also filling and tasted healthy! I'm grateful that I got to try Tacodeli, but I definitely don't think I'd be willing to make the drive here again, since it is far out for me. read more
We visited TacoDeli in Katy for Elite Week and had a great experience. The offer included free chips and queso plus one taco, which ended up being a surprisingly filling amount of food. I ordered the Salmon Mojo taco, and it was moist, flavorful, and delicious. I also liked that you can choose between a flour or corn tortilla. The queso had the perfect consistency and wasn't too thick. It was especially good with their Habanero and Salsa Doña sauces for an extra kick. The service was very friendly and attentive. When I asked for a to-go lid for the queso, they even gave me another bag of chips to take home, which was very generous. The parking lot was large and easy to find parking. This was definitely worth the trek out to Katy. read more
I'm a little embarrassed that I was unfamiliar with Tacodeli prior to this event. I now know that there are multiple locations, they started back in 1999, and their first location was in Austin, TX This location was a bit of a drive for me, but I'm glad I made the trek. The restaurant looks brand new, and a dead giveaway is the "NOW OPEN" sign out front. Everything is immaculate and orderly. The colors are vibrant, the menu is clear, and everything looks new and enticing. Walking up you can smell the cooking, and it's incredible. Inside will say, I don't know if it's because it was the morning, but it was freezing inside. Anyone who knows me knows I run hot always, and to feel somewhat cold in Houston is rare. Also, one of my only critiques is the entry way. For whatever reason there is parking out front, but you have to walk around a gates off area to the side and pass by an empty building/patio area to get inside. This is annoying just by design, but also there is no signage and many people initially chose the wrong direction to walk The Mexico City Sirloin taco on a corn tortilla was delicious. It didn't need it, but I love sauces, and Tacodeli has an extensive sauce bar, so, I loaded up. The chips and whose were delightful. When delivered I was surprised by the size of the small (larger than expected), but it also had that queso film on top which isn't the most appetizing, but nothing a little stirring couldn't fix. They brought both items to my table separately. There was a bit of time in between for me to enjoy the chips and queso as an app. I was also told that if I need more chips just to ask, which is a nice touch The staff were very helpful and attentive. The orders came out in a timely manner. All-in-all a solid experience The menu has some incredible sounding tacos ranging from breakfast, to beef, to chicken, vegetarian, etc. there are tacos with ground wagyu or sirloin (quality ingredients) Some tips: Walk to the right to get past the gate. And for the owners, please put a sign with an arrow just to help out Breakfast is served until 11am, but they also won't make the non-breakfast tacos before 11am If you get chips and dip and you need more chips don't hesitate to ask They offer to-go, catering, margaritas, margs to-go, etc Thank you so much Tacodeli and Yelp for giving me this opportunity! Cheers!! read more
Having never tried Tacodeli, I was pumped for this elite week! It was a grand opening for their Katy location and the inside was clean, casual, and bright, and the staff were friendly. While there wasn't any introduction to the business (conversation went straight from greetings to "what would you like to order"), the signage was nice to read-- I appreciate Tacodeli's values and how they work with local farmers for responsible ingredient sourcing. There were farms listed for this specific location too! The tacos were lighter and simpler tasting than the heavier concoctions from Torchy's or Velvet Taco. I liked how the main ingredients were allowed to shine instead of drowning in sauce (and you could add as much of the sauce from the sauce station as you liked!). That said, I can see how some people are turned off on how little ingredients the filling some tacos have. The flour tortilla was also thinner, slightly chewy, and almost reminded me of the thin wrappers one gets with Peking duck dishes (I liked it as a taco tortilla though!). They kept their shape well because they weren't saturated with sauce. ** Cowgirl (4/5)-- grilled chicken. This was a hefty taco with grilled onions, corn, red peppers , and a mound of guacamole. It was a bit too salty for me and oddly tasted a bit like Chinese food (MT backed me up on this, haha~). It wasn't bad by any means but just surprising. I would prefer it slightly less salty but the chicken was nicely cooked and tender, and the taco was overall flavorful and tasty! ** Shrimposito (4.5/5)-- definitely had less ingredients on this one, but the shrimp was cooked perfectly! Tender and not rubbery at all. The adobo hit heavily but it was thankfully not too salty. Awesome with the roja sauce drop the bar :) ** Queso (4.5/5)-- served with organic chips, which were thin and a bit flavorless alone but worked great as a vehicle for the queso. While MT said the queso was a bit thin/watery and not very flavorful, I actually really enjoyed it! I like milder flavors and this one was like melted cheese (not much spice or chunks of peppers inside). The patio and tables outside are covered, making this a nice spot for whenever the weather cools down. Like others mentioned, the entry is a little weird; the patio has a railing that forces patrons to walk way around to the door instead of straight from the parking lot. Maybe the property can look into making a little space / walkway in the railing. They have a cash jar so bring some cash to tip! Thank you Yelp team, Tacodeli and their staff, and Jando for organizing this event-- happy to try out a new spot and enjoy some tasty tacos for a weekend snack! :) read more
I got the chips and queso along with the Cowboy taco for elite week. Queso had great consistency and flavor. The beef in the taco was tender and flavorful. The toppings and guacamole that came made it a big, fully loaded taco. They also have a self service sauce bar with 4 different sauces. The doña and habanero were delicious, as long as you can handle the spicy punch. Tacodeli definitely feels more of casual chain with their walk up and order style, but if you're looking for that sort of thing, they are a pretty good contender. read more
These tacos were so good! I've never even heard of Tacodeli before, but it's a recent import I don't mind returning to. Everything was delicious! I'll even confess to going full big back and putting the Shishito queso on my Akaushi Picadillo taco, but only God can judge me. The selection isn't overwhelming and the establishment is bright and open, good for families and a girls' night out because the Guavarita will ensure that someone at the table is laughing. Parking is plentiful, bring friends! read more
Nut allergy warning: Mole has nuts, they do label which is great! Parking: Plenty in the strip mall. We got here at noon and got our orders in about 15 minutes. We tried every salsa with the chips, as well as the queso. I think they did better with our queso than past reviews - it wasn't too liquidy and came out hot (can let it cool down a bit to get denser). The salsas were all true to their flavor profiles. We liked the thicker green sauce the most, which was spicier than it normally is at a taco truck. Now the weirdest part.. we got three orders of chips and queso back to back. And yet, there was a noticeable difference in chip quality. We all agreed two of the orders had staler chips than the third. So, that was a little strange. We got the Philly-shito, the Mojo Salmon, and the Steak Chimichurri. The Philly-Shito was true to flavor for sure, nice and cheesy, fresh avocado! (4/5) The Salmon Mojo was absolutely stuffed. A lot of guac for sure. I think it's a little overpowering as compared to the salmon, but the flavors came through for the most part. I thought the fish was a little too fishy. (3/5) The steak Chimichurri looks the most sad of the tacos, but it was probably the most intense flavor. Maybe it was because we got it on corn? (4/5) We also tried the horchata. It's really missing what makes a unique horchata - the cinnamon, vanilla, and unique flavor notes just weren't there. (2/5) Overall, some weirdness with the corn tortilla and the chips, but it was a great chance to try a new opening. Appreciate it! read more
Overall, when this place gets fully set up, I can see it being a very popular destination. I thought that the interior design was very modern and fun. It looked like a lot of the tables had lotteria inspired designs. It was very colorful and on brand with a lot of Hispanic interior design. It was very fun and cute and I shared a couple of photos of the tables. Interior wise there was both a mix of around 30 seating for boots and tables. There also looks to be outdoor seating when the place is more set up. I can see it being a great place to hang out after work. For food, I ordered the chips and queso and also the steak chimichurri taco. I thought the queso was very good when it was warm and freshly served. And I thought it was very nice that when I asked for it to go, they had given me some extra chips and then also give me some brown paper bags to pack it up with. For the steak itself I thought it was pretty good, but not sure if maybe I couldn't adjust to some of the flavoring. Some of the bits of steaks tasted very good and other ones were more gamey. However, each bit of the steak was very well cooked. If I come back, I'd like to try something new next time though. Service is also very friendly and nice. I got my food also very fast. I wish that they had completely set up the exterior for the grand opening. I like many of the other reviewers had to go and climb over ropes and dodge and weave around the working construction people. The parking situation was really good. There was a lot outside. Probably around 40 to 50 cars for parking. I can see it getting kind of busy though because there's a shake shack, pluckers and cava in the same lot. read more
10/10!! Still thinking about the tacos and whole experience. Plenty of parking on site. We entered and taken care of by Addison, she was wonderful. We placed our order at the register and waited for our order to arrive. We got: queso & chips, house margarita, Frontera Fundido Chicken taco, Pollo en Mole taco, Mojo Salmon taco, Steak Chimichurri taco, Mexico City Chicken taco. All on flour. Everything was AMAZING. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. The sauces they have available on the side (Roja, Habanero, Dona, and Verde) all were full of flavor and paired wonderfully with the tacos. The margarita was flavorful and they actually sell them by the gallon too! We really enjoyed our experience here. Thank you for this opportunity. We will 100% be back. read more
2 months ago
Thank you to Yelp and Tacodeli for this Elite Week experience! Got to try the Puerco Verde and the chimichurri steak tacos. Both tacos came with queso fresco and I had them leave it off of both. Not sure even why they came with cheese because it really wasn't necessary. Especially on the chimichurri. Overall they were both delicious! Well seasoned but not overpowering. The chips and queso were ok. Nothing to rave about but a decent side if you're craving queso. Not a bad taco spot and they have a variety of different tacos to choose from. Will most likely be back to try a different taco! read more
Tacos, chips, and queso? Hard to go wrong here. Another great elite event by Yelp and Tacodeli. I went on a weekday lunch time and was able to order quickly and receive my food in a timely manner. I went with the steak chimichurri taco on flour tortilla. The steak was incredibly tender and chimichurri sauce was not overwhelming. Decent sized taco. Queso was great and chips were average. The chips were pre-packaged but solid. There are four sauces at the sauce station. Red mild, green medium, a creamy jalapeno one, and a habenero sauce. The red was great with the green a little mid. The jalapeno was actually quite spicy and I dared not try the habanero. Overall, a fun event. read more
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