Taco Tree is an Auburn treasure. I go there at least once a week. I especially like going when the red head manager is there. She is a hard worker and always tries to keep the drive thru line moving, even when people order more than $100 worth of food. Thank you to everyone who shows up to work and does their best. It can be hard when customers want to power trip and post mean comments and reviews online. I think I'm going to get my lunch there today now that I'm thinking about it. Great job Taco Tree. Please give that red head manager a RAISE. read more

What! I ordered a burrito and it was the worse. They only serve beef or chicken and the chicken wasn't even that good. It is Auburn what can you expect. read more

Taco Tree is an Auburn institution. I've been coming here for years and I must say that I don't deviate much from my favorites: vegetarian burrito and cinnamon crisps. What makes it better besides Taco Bell? Well for starters I like to support local businesses. The ingredients seem fresher and I am kinda addicted to the cinnamon crisps. This spot is a small no-frills establishment with a convenient drive through. One day I'll deviate from my normal order and try their other menu offerings. #livingdangerously read more

Having the fountain drinks behind the counter is ridiculous. We had to wait in line to ask for refills from a staff that was very busy. There are no napkins out in the dining area, again only up by the cash register. Also, the manager (owner) yelling at her employees yesterday was very sad. They all looked like they were trying their hardest but she would yell about customers at the counter instead of just walking up and greeting them. In another example, I could hear her correct an employee on how to make a salad and she did a much nicer job sounding kind. I hope the employees feel happy working for this manager, but it sure didn't look like it. The food was perfect for the price paid, style akin to Taco Bell but much higher quality. The parking lot is terribly configured for their drive-through and a safety hazard. Be careful if you have little kids. read more

The best taco salad ever and you can't beat the customer service. I always order taco salads "easy on the lettuce and double meat" and Taco Tree not only makes the best version but now every time I order one I get a bonus of smiles and a few laughs. Only place I'll go for a taco salad. #sleazytacosalad read more

Taco Tree - Sleazy Taco Salad - Fast Food Near Me - Auburn, California

I love taco tree. Auburn locals know and love this spot. Cheap, quick, and always hits the spot.

Love the ground beef Taco Tree taco!!!!! This is my new go to place on Auburn. Just try to avoid the lunch rush. Even with a line it's worth the wait for under $3 daily:) read more

Love the super nachos! Always fast friendly service no matter which location I go to!

You get what you pay for. Real food at the best price in town. Lunch rush is usually crowded so I recommend the dinner crowd

I've eaten at Taco Tree for close to 25 years. Always loved their food. Ordered the Large taco salad yesterday which is over $10 and it had less beef than a taco. I asked if it was bigger than ordering 3 tacos, casher said it was. Felt ripped off and ordered a taco plus afterwards cause i was still hungry. Felt like i was full of sour cream, and tortilla shells afterwards read more

Taco Tree has been around for as long as I can remember. Been coming here since I was a kid, over 30 years ago. I now live in Sacramento, but will try to make a stop whenever I am in Auburn. They have been serving great food with reasonable price for decades. Due to Covid-19, Taco Tree is still open for drive-tru, togo, and outside dining. They have about 5-6 tables outside for you to enjoy. This is a great place to go for lunch or if you need to grab a quick meal because their services are friendly and quick! read more

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It's an awesome experience and one of a kind in the auburn area. The food tastes great and is high quality. I haven't been inside in over a decade so I can't speak to the ambiance but the service is friendly and fast. read more

Super old school Senor Taco yummy memories come to life. fast service!! Order more food you will want more.

Very standard tacos. Like a step above Taco Bell but nothing special. It satisfied us after a fun day at the river, and it was quick and they gave us lots of hot sauce. The girl who took our order was nice and patient too. read more

Taco Tree - All of our tacos lmao - Fast Food Near Me - Auburn, California

Welcome to Taco Tree. Today's special is a Beef Taco Salad... in it you get lettuce, cheese, squirter of sour cream and a scoop of beef with no Taco shell in a half to go lid. Taco Tree has always had a good reputation for their Customer Service an bean burritos mainly. I asked the cashier if this was a Taco salad and the reply was, I think so?I said it load enough for the Supervisor or Manager to hear me as no response was made. So I'll leave this up to you to question. It's all about the money babie! As of today an as coming here when I was a kid all memories of the good food and service is gone. No more Taco Tree for me anymore. read more

Taco Tree - This is the small Taco Beef Salad. - Fast Food Near Me - Auburn, California

We have been going to this Taco Tree for years and the food has been great. Mainly stop by for the breakfast burritos. Unfortunately when we went through the drive thru they missed putting one of our orders in the bag. I went in to let them know and the girl who made our food got completely defensive and essentially called me a liar. Really? Wow. I've never had such rude service there. The owners should know they have an employee that is unnecessarily aggressive. Smh. read more

Homemade, home town feel. Definitely worth the trip from Sacramento. We will be back!

It's mediocre Americanized Mexican food in its purest form. It's a lot like Jimboys or Del taco but also totally unique and much better quality. This is everything that makes a fast food taco establishment and it's the best at it, something about this place is very crave-able. They have good beef enchiladas, bun tacos, tacos, burritos and refried beans with sauce and cheese. I am from Sacramento and it's worth the drive up for me. Service is good and polite, the employees actually care and the food is consistent. The interior is basic and a-lot like a classic jimboys. It's has a classic, cozy fast food feel. A great choice after a day out enjoying the surrounding mountains, hills, lakes, and streams. read more

SO GOOD Taco Tree has been in Auburn since my parents were young and for good reason. The food is always so yummy, quick, and super affordable. I can always count on this place to get my weird order right and I am always satisfied :) read more

The super tacos (both chicken or beef) are good comfort food. Yes it is "Americanized" beef meaning a (lack of spices)- but that is what the taco sauce packets are for people. At LEAST the beef tastes more like REAL beef as opposed to Taco #$@! which tastes like tofu beef? The sodas are sugary and tasty unlike most sodas that taste mostly Carbination.... more bubbly water less flavored syrup. read more

I've lived in Auburn since the 90s and I've always loved taco tree but today I had a really bad experience. I walked in to taco tree and went to use the bathroom first. When I came out, I walked up to the counter and one of the employees walked past me and then look back at me didn't say anything. I'll be with you in just a minute. One of the other employees making food looked at me and said do you want to order? I simply said yes, but still nobody helped me instead the employee made some sort of smart remark. I wasn't sure it was aimed at me until the other employee said what and she replied that wasn't at you. It wasn't a teenager that knew nothing about manners. This was an adult She should know better. If taco tree doesn't correct those kinds of attitudes with their employees they're gonna lose business fast. I ended up leaving because even after the smart remark and their discussion about it, they still did not help me. I went to the other taco tree up by Dry Creek and received great service and good food. read more

The place is a little old and almost just a glorified Taco Bell but the food is fantastic. No pinching pennies with the meat, the produce or the flavor read more

I just love the food here. It is what it is. If you are looking for what this place is (look at the pictures) you will be happy.

This by far is the best taco place I've ever been to in my whole entire life every time I go up this way I make sure that I plan a trip to go to taco tree and even people at home try to make in their orders with it being 45 minutes away it's definitely a must go so I make sure to get my hiking trips in nearby so I can get to this delicious spot. The other location is just as good but this one by far has a cozy atmosphere and easy parking read more

Taco Tree is amazing! Their tacos are very simple, so don't expect anything authentic. Beef, cheese and lettuce. BOOM! Amazing! Add some hot sauce, and you have one of my favorite meals. Furthermore, their nachos are also bomb and simple. Beans, meat, onions, tomatoes, nacho cheese, YUM! Their nacho cheese reminds me of the kind in elementary school, so cheesy and creamy. So unhealthy, yet so good! In addition, the staff at Taco Tree are very friendly. They work quick to get you your food. You can tell people love Taco Tree by the amount of cars in their drive-thru! Meanwhile, the workers are making your food so fast and in no time, you are enjoying some delicious Taco Tree. To conclude, if you are in the Auburn area, definitely give Taco Tree a try. read more

I probably wouldn't come here again bc Im not a fan of fast food mexican food, but it was fine. It's cheap, you get what you pay for. They're fast. Outdoor seating and drive thru. Idk, it was fine but I'd rather go get street tacos for $1 each hahaha. read more

Taco Tree - Super nachos, 5.25 - Fast Food Near Me - Auburn, California

This place is not good. The food gives people diarrhea. It makes people's stomach hurt.

Do you wanna know how people from Auburn identity each other when they are away from home. It's Taco Tree. Do you wanna take a time machine back to the 80's and have old school Taco Bell? You can: Taco Tree. This place is the pinnacle of white people mexican food. The taco is pure nostalgia and the nachos are timeless. Is this the best food in the world? No, but that's not the point. This place is a touchstone for Auburn and I will continue to come here every time I'm in Auburn. read more

Came upon this nice little joint on the way from picking up a motorcycle in Auburn! Naturally after riding, one develops a huge appetite lol. Luckily, through driving around, I found this place. - 1: Busy ( but not ridiculously busy) must've been lunch hour - 2: Simple menu consisting of tacos, burritos, tostadas, chips, nachos, salads, and shakes. - 3: Friendly and fast service!! - 4: Pretty good food, that's prepared fresh. You see the workers preparing your food. Once you get your food, it's nice and fresh! - 5: Cheap prices, clean, simple, fast, friendly, and nearby to get your grub on! read more

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Taco Tree does fast food well. The only problem is, I don't like fast food. But busy times necessitate modern conveniences. Kid #2 wanted Mexican on our drive back from shredding it at Boreal. But. Didn't want to go inside a restaurant. Enter Taco Tree. The plethora of police cars outside made my heart skip a beat, but alas, they were only enjoying tacos instead of making a run for the border (bad joke). Pleasantly surprised by 80s pricing. Win. Fast service. Win. Homemade cinnamon crisps. Win. Choice of crunchy or soft shell tacos. Win. Options for around a dollar. Win. Win. Win. In my mind, I thought this would be a street taco type place-- juicy carne asada with crunchy chopped onions and fragrant cilantro, cradled in two soft corn tortillas. Nope. It's Americanized Mexican food. But, they do it well. My kids love this place. I like that our dinner for 3 was under $15, unlike $30 at Chik-fil-A. There was lettuce and tomatoes on the tacos, so it made my mama heart trying to keep new year's resolutions, a little less guilty. Tacos. Ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes and lots of fresh grated cheddar cheese. Choice of crunchy or soft shells, for a little more than a buck. Chicken taco was warm chunked chicken (I personally like mine shredded, but now I'm sounding snobby). A tad undercooked for me. Chicken burrito was pretty small, although it was only $2+ so can't complain. Tostada was tasty and filling and cheap, but only got a few bites before my kid decided they wanted it too. Nice to know there's a quick, cheap, fast food option right off the 80 fwy. I predict we'll be coming here again, as the kids are already begging... read more

Ohhh taco tree...how your bun tacos and tacos are so simple but alluring! I have to admit, the food isn't omg great. To be honest the ground beef is plain tasting. It is not authentic Mexican at all. What it is ...is inexpensive and simple old fashion American comfort food that is consistently prepared. I was introduced to this place nearly 15 years ago, and even though I've had way better tasting tacos since than and before...I still get a hankering for Taco Tree. The tacos contain simple ground beef, fine fresh grated cheddar cheese and shredded lettuce, served in a store bought shell. The bun taco is the taco innards served on a hamburger bun. It reminds me of a loose meat sandwich. Tacos cost $1.49 and bun tacos are $2.02. Ask for packets of taco sauce. This particular Taco Tree location has been around for quite sometime. Before it was a Taco Tree, it was Joe's Frostie. This place has history and played a part of a lot of "Auburnites" lives. I gotta salute the owners of this place for serving up food that has survived the times. I go on the weekends, and the drive thru and walk ins are always busy, but the lines flow quickly. read more

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Whenever I'm in Aurburn I love stopping at either one of their establishments. They have always kept the prices more than reasonable especially for all the food you get. If you are just passing through or if you livethere please stop and give them a try! read more

Food is great. Service can be a bit rough around the edges, depending on who helps you. But I still recommend it. There's only one person there who I'd avoid, given the choice. Go! Enjoy. read more

Oh man-there are some total jerks who post reviews for Taco Tree that sure fit a certain stereotype...and I hate judging people, dammit! Do some of you have to make it so easy for folks to roll their eyes and sigh? Taco Tree is tasty, inexpensive and I love the morning crew who works there. The food is fresh, and yes-it's white folk's Mexican food. I guess they do something right, because many of the workers who frequent this spot throughout the day are spanish speaking hispanics. Tell them their breakfast or lunch sucks...dare you! It's not Adalberto's, it's not authentic taqueria style food...but it's delicious for the value, flavor and simplicity. A few years ago they even added chicken to the menu. Similar to In & Out, Taco Tree keeps the options minimal. However, what the offer they do well and it's consistent. Haters-go sink your teeth in some grisly burrito elsewhere and leave our beloved Taco Tree alone. read more

Taco Tree - Iced Latte and Super Burrito Bowl. Yay for breakfast :) - Fast Food Near Me - Auburn, California

I miss you, Taco Tree. That beef in your burritos and tacos is beyond compare. I like the other location better, even though it's farther up the highway, because staff at this location, including management have always been moody. I was grunted at once when I asked for a refill. Really? And can we talk about the booths? Not fat person approved. My basoomas sit on the table when I visit. Nacho chips are thick and fresh. They really do a sturdy nacho here with ample toppings. Update: I recommended this place on Sacramento Yelp Talk, but completely forgot to warn about the Placer High School hordes during their lunch hour. Avoid the Tree from 11-1 on weekdays. Avoid at all costs. You may now return to your regularly scheduled tacos. Random: Prices always seem to shoot up each time I visit my hometown. Sheesh. read more

This is an Auburn Staple. If you want a quick bite this is your place. Quick drive thru service, but sometimes that line gets really long. The ambiance is a casual as it is a fast food place, but it uses all fresh ingredients. The taco salad is my personal favorite, but the burritos and nachos are also solid options. read more

Man, I'm usually not a fan of crunchy tacos but my husband insisted that I try this place because they allegedly have the best crunchy tacos. By far the best ones I've ever had. These just hit different. Plus, that jalapeño sauce! Wow. I keep a couple packets of that in my purse for emergencies. read more

Taco Tree - Beef taco+, no tomato - Fast Food Near Me - Auburn, California

Been going here since I was a kid (the one by Placer High School). Everyone is always so friendly and fast and they always spoil my pup with treats too. The food is what most fast food places and even restaurants wish they were. Love their super tacos chicken or beef and their bean and cheese burrito. Sometimes I get the super nachos either with beef or chicken - love these. read more

Great service, great food!! Love this place plus I can bring my dog Lily through the drive through for a treat! Burritos with extra cheese and taco supremes are my favorites read more

Never lets me down. Usually always has great food. Sometimes it can be to greasy which is gross to me, but more times than not I'm very pleased with my experience! read more