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    Taco City

    3.6 (318 reviews)
    InexpensiveTex-Mex, Salad, Wraps

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    We have been coming to Taco City since the 80's when Carlita owned it. Once it was sold, it's continually gone down hill over the years. Tonight we decided we will not be going back. The service was AWFUL. We sat for one hour while people that came in a long time after us got their food. We could see food sitting in the window and no one would take it to the tables. They claimed that had two new kids working in the kitchen. We finally had to take our food to go because we were going to be late. I opened my to-go box because I was starving and wanted a few bites and the food looked absolutely disgusting. The ground beef had super hard chunks in it that you couldn't chew. Ive never been so disappointed. We won't return.

    Ashley I.

    I have memories that go way back of this place and it has and always will be one of the best Tex-mex restaurants. It's right by the beach (walking distance) and service is quick and friendly. Normally this place is packed but we came on a slow night and service was incredible. They use to have you order at the bar but a server came to us and the restaurant was beautifully updated. I loved the indie music playing. They also had our basketball game playing. Ariel was our server. She was attentive, friendly and a huge reason we enjoyed our visit. They give you complimentary chips and salsa. The salsa is pretty plain but I enjoyed it. Our food came our surprisingly fast and we were all pleasantly surprised by the portions. My husband got the Chings or Chongs which was like chimichanga sushi rolls. My husband loved it. I got the taco/enchilada combo. I love the taco shell and the food was very filling with nice portions. Our baby loved their pinto beans and guacamole. Our son got the chicken nugget kids meal and he was so stoked because his chicken was dinosaurs. We paired our meals with margaritas and they were really good. Not your average sour mix flavor. Overall it's great tex mex style food for awesome prices and great service. I want to come back for taco Tuesday.

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    Todd D.

    Taco City 2955 S Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 4 Stars Just reading my random name generator caused my senses to vellicate just a bit as I was staying beachside for this meal. Blinking benignly up at me was the name of a restaurant that had been in the same location for over 40 years. At this point, Taco City has to be a local landmark and they must be doing something right. They also have an express counter at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, though that doesn't necessarily mean anything as servicemen and women like anything that isn't an MRE. As I was not, nor have I ever been in the Air Force (thank you to those that have been in any branch of our Armed Forces), I hooked a Louie just shy of the Cape and pulled into "civie" Taco City. I was greeted warmly upon entering and taken almost immediately to a table. Glancing at the menu, I noticed that it was much more diversified than your average Tex-Mex cantina. My server soon approached, introduced himself as Sequoia and asked if I was ready to order. I noticed that Sequoia was also the manager or at least the manager on duty. I found him to be very outgoing and sagacious while unreservedly answering all my questions. You didn't think I just went in and ordered blindly, did you? Do you? If not, I would suggest you start. The most important being, is this dish assembled or made? I asked Sequoia for an order of Chings or Chongs and Dos Hard Tacos (chicken). I sat back and soaked up the fantastic atmosphere of the place and quicker'n a cat on a hot tin roof, Sequoia returned with my food. If it tasted half as good as the aromas running ahead, I knew I was in for some decent chow. Snapping the prerequisite pictures, I grabbed my tools of epicurean destruction and commenced to "reviewing." First up was my order of Chings or Chongs. This looked so interesting on the menu that I had to order it, and I was not disappointed. Consisting of shredded chicken fried in a large flour tortilla served along with freshly shredded iceberg, hand chopped tomatoes, Mexican cheese and black olives this dish was as delicious as it was unique. The chicken was tender, juicy and full-flavored. Turning my attention toward the Hard Tacos was not as easy as one might think, but I had a job to do. Grabbing a taco in my mitt, I took a good-sized bite and was delighted. This was also pleasant on the palate. Everything was fresh and one taste tells you it was made, not assembled in the kitchen. Well done, kitchen miens. Is Taco City going to win a James Beard award? Absolutely not. However, they aren't aiming for that either. What they are aiming for is what they provide and that is a fun, interesting menu with a great deal of heterogeneity in the crowded Tex-Mex field. This place is well run and the food is above average. The Big Boy says, "If you're looking for some Tex-Mex grub with a jovial atmosphere and decent food, try Taco City. I'm guessin' they will be here another 40 years." If you are in or have been in the Air Force and have eaten at their Express cafe, please let me know what you think/thought of it.

    Always our go to place for Taco Tuesday! We've lived here for 23 years. locals favorite place! $2. tacos and free chips! Good and affordable! You will not be disappointed!

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    Pleasantly surprised!! I had the Chiquita burrito and it was full of flavor. Also the jalapeño poppers appetizer was pretty good. Only down fall is I took the food to go and it comes in aluminum containers which can't be reheated in the microwave. That's not a serious issue but just something to keep in mind if you Didn't have plates like me.

    Colleen R.

    Service was very friendly, but had a weird vibe in that you had to order at the bar and then take your seat. And salsa for the chips is dolled out in little plastic ramekins....weird?? I had mahi tacos - they were ok, a bit fishy. And they were nestled in a bed of chopped up lettuce - also weird. Save yourselves all that wasted romaine and get some taco stands people! Husband had a pork carnitas in a tortilla with green salsa looking thing, and 17 year old ordered the Hombre which was filled with huge chunks of slow cooked beef, with a bunch of chili-like sauce poured over the top. Nothing terrible, but nothing fantastic either.

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    You order at bar. Best Mexican food in the area! Couldnt finish the entire plate but Definitely took it to finish it later!

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    So, I always get the chicken chings Jr style...of course once again they did NOT disappoint! Service was great...

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    Great food, laid back beach atmosphere. Definitely recommend this place . The staff is super nice and the price is reasonable.

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    Food is just ok. Ambiance is good beach vibe. I still prefer other Mexican spots in the area.

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