OMG! The only reason I loved going to Indiana Beach was for the amazing tacos! I was visiting a customer in Monticello looking for someplace for lunch. I got on Yelp of course! I saw The Taco Shoppe - one of the first review I read explained how the taco stand was no longer in Indiana Beach/ but had opened shop 1 mile from where I was! Trust me I knew this was the place for me!!! Anyone that has been to Indiana Beach must remember these delicious tacos! They are nothing fancy/ just ground beef lettuce snd cheese- with the AMAZING taco sauce! You order at a Windiw- pick up at the next- there are a few picnic tables. I noticed a steady stream of people walking up the steps to place orders! This is a must stop if you have fun memories of the tacos at Indiana Beach! read more

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There's something to be said about knowing your strengths and understanding your clientele. If you've ever been to Indiana Beach on Lake Shafer, you've probably had tacos from the now closed Taco Shoppe. It was a staple for years at the amusement park, and gained such a following that when they closed a few years back, their regulars (myself included) were devastated. So much so that the owners decided to re-open the business about three miles away in downtown Monticello, IN. The recipe for their success is a simple one. Keep the menu simple. Find a niche product that differentiates your establishment from the dozens of other taco joints in the area and only open for a select amount of time so that you always leave them wanting more. The Taco Shoppe is a carry-out only and has no inside seating at all. In fact, there's no "inside" of the business. You order from one window and pick up your food from another. There's a handful of picnic tables in the lot next door, but that's it. So what's the secret??? Tough to describe. First of all, the soft shell corn tortillas are flash fried, maybe?!? Whatever they do to them, they are delicious. Their ground beef is also kind of a mystery. It's unlike any beef taco I've had before, and my fat ass has had PLENTY of tacos in my 52 years. They serve the tacos with red sauce (mild) and green sauce (hot). They are both amazing. Their red sauce is on the sweeter side, and I can't compare it to anything else really... Like everything else about this place, it's totally unique. The Taco Shoppe is one of those places that if you know about it.... you know. You get it. read more

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I love this place! It is a must for me when visiting Indiana Beach. One of a kind tacos that are synonymous with Monticello and Indiana Beach. I get mine without onions. read more

Taco Shoppe - a hand holding a taco - Mexican Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

My boyfriend hyped up these tacos over the years because they brought him fond childhood memories, so I had to check them out for myself. No doubt, the tacos are tasty. The corn shells are deep fried (I believe) because there was some oil left on the wrappers. The only meat option is beef, and it's ground beef, not the steak variety. The meat is seasoned, mild, tender and tasty. The taco sauce is a mildly spicy red tomato-based topping that I believe comes standard. They also come served with a lovely crumbled cheese that is light and creamy. I can understand why my boyfriend has fond memories of these tacos as they were probably very delicious to him as a 12 year old boy. I think he enjoyed them in a slightly different way this time around because they fulfilled a nostalgia desire. I bet one of these tacos would be a snack time spot hitter at Indiana Beach. I am not sure that if I lived in the area that I'd drop in for lunch on a random Tuesday, but I would definitely go back with my kids and their friends and give them another go next time we're in town. read more

My girlfriend raved about how wonderful these tacos are so I had to try them. Those tacos are Fire lol. Very unique as the shells are thin and deep fried I think... but surprisingly filled with a substantial amount of meat and a distinct sauce and crumbly cheese. A Must if you visit Monticello. read more

Taco Shoppe - Taco - Mexican Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

Oh my god if you don't eat here you are dumb Greg and his crew make best tacos ever EVER IF YOU COME TO WHITE CO AND DONT EAT HERE GO HOME . read more

Meh.... It's a taco.... I would put it in the category with Taco Bell tacos. And hey.... People love Taco Bell. It's got it's place.... If you're looking for authentic tacos. This is not the place for you. It's good. Not great.... Would I return.... Yeah, maybe. But it's not what it's all hyped up to be. read more

Truly don't get the hype. These are like generic tacos that people make at home.. maybe a step above with a freshly fried shell, but very, very bland. The sauce on top is weirdly sweet with no spice at all. The meat is kind of mushy and not a ton of flavor. Best part is the cheese and lettuce..lol. Wouldn't say they're inedible, but they're nothing to write home about. read more

RIP, after 50 plus years the last taco has been handed through the window of what I would consider one of the best food stands in the state of Indiana. Sadly the Taco Stand at Indiana Beach closed for good on September 3rd, 2018. I was there on this hot and steamy afternoon as a few rain drops started to drop from the sky and the owner came out to announce they were out of tacos. I was about twelve back in line as the line somewhat reluctantly began to disperse. This was not totally new to me as I had in the past grabbed the last tacos of the night before venturing up to the iconic Roof Garden Lounge. If the Taco Stand was out of tacos I could typically grab a couple of spanish dogs at another iconic Indiana Beach stand, the Pronto Pup which is located just below the bar. I've not had the closing of a favorite eatery impact me like this for quite some time, reminds me of the closing of the legendary but long gone Toot's at Central and Montrose on Chicago's Northwest side. Do I dare mention both in the same sentence, I think it's appropriate. Rest in Peace Taco Stand, all in all it really was quite a run. read more

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The tacos are always amazing, but my very favorite part is the window girl, Annie. She's very professional, friendly, and sweet!

The best beef tostadas I've ever had. Hubby got tacos and he was very surprised how much was in tacos. Said his were great as well. Will definitely be going back read more

Tacos were decent but the ridiculous arrangement for placing and picking up orders doesn't make any sense. Lady yelled at my group that rode in the same car together that o lay one person could be on the steps at a time. read more

It must have been about 1966. We'd go in our 2 cylinder catamaran every Saturday night to Indiana Beach for the trampoline, the rides, and tacos. We'd order maybe eighteen. With lemonade it'd cost maybe ten dollars. Seven years later, I was a chemistry major at IU. A Mexican girl invited me to Mexican Independence Day, A celebration with rooster fights and dancing horses. I had only one question: will they have tacos? Two years after, we got married and have been together ever since. read more

I agree with Mat - this is the real reason to visit Indiana Beach. I've been eating these tacos since a kid and they haven't changed. They are still delicious. read more

Taco Shoppe - Mexican Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

Delicious taco! The cheese and sauce make it. Truly an Indiana Beach tradition. Tacos were about $2.50 each. Nachos were good, but over priced. read more

Taco Shoppe - Delicious taco! - Mexican Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

These tacos are pretty damn good. But their claim as "world's greatest", not so sure about that. In the event that the Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain breaks down (likely), grab a couple of these bad boys in the interim. And try the fried pickles! read more

BEST THING ABOUT INDIANA BEACH! Indiana Beach's Taco Shoppe is one of the best things about this decades-old amusement park. Their tacos are unlike any other you've probably ever had... unless you eat at Dan The Man's in nearby Rossville, Ind. (Dan used to work at the IB Taco Shoppe.) Check them out! They're greasy! They're great! read more

Taco Shoppe - Indiana Beach is located on Lake Shafer just minutes north of Monticello, Ind. - Mexican Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

The best tacos in town! I rather eat the tacos any days at the Taco Shoppe, then at Taco Bell any day! Just wish I live closer to the Taco Shoppe, it's best that I don't live close, I would be broke 24, 7! Thanks again for wonderful tacos! read more

Taco Shoppe - Yum yum taco's - Mexican Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

Delicious, brings back memories of going to Indiana beach years ago! We drove an hour and a half just to get these tacos. Will be back again! read more

I have no idea how this has 4 stars. I can copy any recipe and I have no idea how they do this magic. We drive 3 hours (which is not far apparently) for these tacos. The meat is so unbelievably delicious and if anyone knows what it is please let me know! read more

As good as it gets. Been eating here for many many years. Still great with high standards. Ask for the green sauce! Cheese fries and tacos are the reason to stop here! read more

BEST TACOS EVER!!! You will not be disappointed. Have been getting these for years and will continue to do so! Super yummy and filling for a quick lunch break while on the boardwalk or out on the lake. read more

Haven't been for a while but they had awesome burritos and tacos. The tacos were fresh and I recommend ground beef. The bean and cheese burritos are great also albeit they taste fried. read more

I'm wondering how much of a kick-back did the food network get from the taco shoppe....World's greatest tacos??? Are you kidding me??? My Mother-in-law makes the best tacos, she's mexican...If you like Taco Bell, you'll like this place. As for me, I'll pass.... read more

This is a bit of a nostalgia review. I haven't been there for over two decades, but I can still remember exactly what the tacos taste like here. Down to the sauce and the crispy crunch of the taco shell (partially soaked by the grease of the meat--and totally not in a bad way), the cheese and the lettuce... plain addictive. There aren't too many foods with that kind of exact taste memory/recall. So it's not authentic if you're looking for that (which may be why people are put off by the world's greatest taco statements), but it is perfect for amusement park food. If I'm ever back in that neck of the woods, I'll be coming by... read more

This place is the only reason I'd ever go to Indiana Beach as an adult. So greasy, so bad for you, so irresistable.

Great food but RUDE STAFF!! after spending $60 on tacos, nachos and drinks for all of us, they gave me a hard time about asking for a cup and extra napkins. Like I'm bothering them by ordering, or asking for something. read more

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This place is so good. Love the taco's here get them every time I go to Indiana beach. Great owner very friendly treats you like family and cares about his product. read more

Best ever tacos. Must eat. Travel from IL just for these dang tacos. I have been in love for 30 years!!

Back in 1970 when my then boyfriend (now husband) and I went to the beach is when I got hooked on Taco Shoppe taco's! We went to the beach all the time... "just for taco's"! I love those taco's so much and still crave them today...2021! When I was pregnant for my son,(1972) we "had to" drive from Rochester to the beach just for taco's, I craved them all the time. Our second baby (1975) we moved back to Logansport closer to the beach, ha, still had to go get them taco's. Got the kids into taco's, they loved then. When they quit at the beach (taco stand was beach's "BEST" place to eat!) I was shocked, no more beach! Am glad to find out Taco Shoppe is still there in Monticello' so will try to get there myself. Kids grown, grandchildren grew up and great grandchildren live far away... have memories for all the years of the beach, the Taco Shoppe was always our first stop! Who could just walk by that smell? mmmmm so good!! I can't even make good taco's good at home, ha. I don't know the hours yet, just couple weeks ago I found out they are in town at Monticello, so soon as I can find out hours and I can git in gear an move a little faster (am kinda little slower now) ha! I will get there, can just taste them taco's now! Don't close up for I can get there! So glad Taco Shoppe is still there and "Thank You" !!! read more

Tried the tacos were good! Messy but delicious! The mild sauce gives it a nice taste. Not authentic tasting but good homemade like taste.

best tacos hands down, sad to see them leave indiana beach but super happy to know they opened a location in town near indiana beach!!

Not the best in the world, but not the worst. I would give them a go if ever at Indiana Beach again.

These are the "world's best tacos" according to the food network? Really? I beg to differ, was at the park and just had to try "the best taco in the world. " All I can say is wah,wah, wah... Honestly who told these people such a ridiculous statement? These tacos are far from good, and shouldn't ever be mentioned in the same breath,as "world's best tacos ". Total let down, nothing special at all. Only beef? and absolutely no flavor, and greasy. Can't say I'll be back. read more

Decent tacos. Would get them again if I was in the area. Can't say they are the best I've had but they are good. I agree that they are messy. read more