Honestly, some of the best, most authentic tacos you'll get here in Austin. Taqueria was actually started by twin brothers from Mexico, and they wanted that same authentic feeling they had in their local taqueria here in Austin. The brothers traveled around different areas throughout the US trying different variations before deciding how they wanted to style the tacos. This place is in an alley, and it's very unassuming. It's actually considered a "reverse speakeasy" with a gorgous bar with a disco ball in the front, and mouthwatering food in the back. As everything in De Diez are made completely from scratch (including the tortillas), prices are very, very, fair. Service is fast and simple, your food is made in front of you by very friendly workers read more

So unassuming, you're walking down a dark alley, you smell something good being grilled and it leads you to a line with a bouncer. Wait, is this a speakeasy, crap, I don't know the code word. Oh, good thing you don't need one. You're let in just to be guided to another door and into another room which will call where the magic happens and yes, another line. Once your order is taken you side shuffle to the next group who takes your ticket and prepares some of the best Mexican food I've had. I'm from San Diego and I know my Mexican food and this place is way up there. If you make it to Austin, put this place on top on top of your list of places to eat. Don't expect anything except for amazing Mexican food. read more

Going to dream about this place. This feels the closest to authentic Mexican as it gets. Prices are worth every penny. The Rey Rey outside was so good, I had a great michelada. We had: carne asada quesadilla, carne asada burrito with cheese, chips and guac, and side of rice. 10/10 everything was great. We did not wait in line long and the staff were incredibly friendly. Absolutely will be returning when I come back to Austin! read more

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After a night of partying this place is where you want to be. Dont let the alley scare you away. Be curious and walk through the door to Fresh made to order food full of flavor. The line can get long and seating is limited but it runs smoothly. Place your order find a spot and devour. Tacos are absolutely delicious! Food came out fast, hot and seasoned well. Green salsa was my fav. read more

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This is the best taco place I have found since I've moved! I don't know how often I will come back here I don't know that it's that easy to find parking in this area. We walked from the hotel and ended up eating here twice! I had the extra cheesy volcan tacos they were so good I could smell how they tasted when I walked in. The carve asada was a little salty but it didn't stop me from devouring them! If you come in down the alley like we did you'll walk through what looks to be a little bar area walk-through there and then follow the signs to find the tacos. There were some people walking in with small children as we were walking out and they looked confused walking into the bar and I showed them just keep going you'll find the tacos and then they laughed. Everyone inside was nice and very friendly they run a super efficient operation and it's very clean. Soon as someone gets up somebody cleans the table because somebody's already waiting for a table. The whole thing is like an assembly line you get in line you order you get in line you get your food you walk around the corner and you get a table. Keep it moving people! This is just an amazing taco place with some amazing people highly recommend if you are in the area to go for it. The second time we came back and got more tacos to go and had to pay for parking around the corner so I don't know that it's convenient unless you're walking because parking was really expensive over there I think we paid $20 for 15 minutes. read more

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Why 5 stars? Because this absolutely nailed my craving. --- --- --- My friend and I had big ambitions to eat nothing but BBQ during our 4 days in Austin. We weren't even fully through day #2 and were already sick of BBQ. He broke the seal first and suggested Mexican. I found Taqueria De Diez in my bookmarks, and dinner plans were set. This was one of those meals where I was walking out with a pep in my step because I got exactly what I needed. I ordered a carne asada quesadilla + two tacos: Campechana and adobada. I don't even know what my favorite thing was. They were all excellent. The only slight miss were the beans, which were kind of oddly watery. But everything else was perfect, including the jamaica agua fresca. I ended up returning the next night and ordered a carne asada burrito. I didn't love it quite as much, but this is still an easy 5-star review for me. Note: this is not the easiest place to find. You literally have to walk in between some big, orange road blockers (is that what you call them?), to enter an alley. You then walk into a small bar, and then from there, you enter the actual restaurant. It's like a taco speakeasy, and it's glorious. read more

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Atmosphere - Cozy restaurant that is accessed through the bar. Limited indoor seating with a/c. At first we had trouble finding this hidden gem then realized we had to walk through an alley. Taste - We love everything we ordered and cannot pick a favorite between the carne asada, al pastor and pollo tacos. The carne asada is sliced to order and the meat is tender and well seasoned. The al pastor is topped with grilled pineapple and is a sweet and spicy delight. The grilled chicken is flavorful, well charred and seasoned beautifully. All were topped with cilantro, finely chopped onions, and guacamole. The carne asada burrito was made with a generous amount of beef and rice, pinto beans, guacamole and onions. 4 different salsas and fresh cut limes are available. Service - Friendly, fast service. Short wait once the order is placed. Cashless payments only. Price - Average read more

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Still incredible. The proteins are constantly coming fresh off the grill, crispy and resplendent with browning and char. These flavors make it all the way into every bite, carried by a guacamole sauce that'll coat your tongue. Everyone I saw there left their plates empty. If you go - and you'll feel more alive if you do - make sure to accept the works. The onions and cilantro greatly balance each bite, while the salsa and guacamole are necessary and fundamental to tying the flavors together.. Despite their popularity, service remains lightning fast. The reluctantly bilingual cooks practically seize your order ticket to guide you through the process. This is my second taco journey to Austin and I haven't found better. read more

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This was one of the best taco spots that I visited during my visit to Austin! The tortillas were perfect, light, soft but still firm. The carne asada was beautifully seasoned. Honestly, even with the amount of people at the store, I still got my order fairly quickly. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

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If you happen to be in Austin you HAVE TO try this place. I am a taco snob living in San Diego CA and these were some of the best tacos I have had. I had the cactus and the pastor with guacamole, added some extra hot salsa and enjoyed every bite. The tortillas are made fresh and kissed on the grill, perfection!!! read more

This place is known for its tacos, so I had to try it out for myself and I'm glad I did! I love how it's tucked away in an alley, giving it a mysterious and hidden-gem vibe. One of the best parts is that the tortillas are homemade, which is always a huge plus in my book. I ordered the volcán with carne asada along with two regular tacos of pastor and wow, that pastor was SO good! It was flavorful, juicy, and definitely the star of the meal. I wasn't too impressed with the carne asada, but it still did its job and filled me up. I got there just in time before the dinner rush hit around 5 PM, which worked out perfectly. You can enjoy your meal inside with the AC, and afterward head outside to grab a drink and cool down. Overall, it's a fun spot with delicious tacos, especially the pastor. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Carne Asada Volcan, Adobada (Pastor) Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

(4.5 stars) The best way to describe this joint is as a taco reverse speakeasy. Go down an alleyway, enter a bar, and pass through a door with a tacos sign, and you'll find a bustling taqueria that slings some of the best tacos in town. Tortillas are homemade, and pastor is cooked on a trompo. Don't feel like a taco? You can also snag a quesadilla or tostada-like volcanes. There are several salsa options, and drinks include Mexican Cokes and horchata, among others. We ended up getting two tacos (pastor and carne asada), a nopales quesadilla, and an order of chips and guac. At $5 to $6 a taco, this wasn't cheap despite the no-frills surroundings, but it was well worth it. Everything looked and tasted fresh and smelled amazing. D/10 is known for its pastor, and it's easy to see why. Served in strips rather than chunks, it boasts a crisp edge and a nice bit of pineapple flavor. However, the asada, the salsa crema, and even the chips are all stellar here. While seating may be hard to come by, on food alone, Taqueria de Diez is a solid ten. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

Stopped in about 5:00 on a Thursday. We didn't have to wait but my brother did have to stand at the bar to eat because they were already so busy. Completely worth it though. The lady at the register was friendly and the food was ready fairly quickly. Best tacos and guac I've had in a good while. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

So good, I went twice on a short trip to Austin. If heaven had a taco spot, this place would be on the list. I could eat here everyday if I lived in Austin. Every part of the experience, from the speakeasy feel to enter, to the ordering process to the food- fantastic! Every taco was delicious so it's a matter of personal opinion. Also, flour and corn were both incredible for the tortilla shells- definitely up to your preference. read more

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This is probably my favorite hidden gem. The carne asada quesadilla blew my mind. It paired really well with the Corona I got at the bar by the entrance. Can't wait to do it all over again! read more

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Really cool taco speakeasy spot! My friends and I stopped by for lunch, and it was fairly easy to find (due to their flashing TACO sign lol) and the line wasn't too bad. They're known for their adobada/al pastor tacos, but I actually thought their carne asada was the standout. The tacos were very flavorful and juicy. Perfect for a quick snack. I also really liked their branding and ambience inside. Would definitely come back! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Al Adobada (Pastor) Taco ; Carne Asada Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

I ordered the steak burrito and it was promptly delivered after ordering even though the restaurant was very busy. It was huge and worth the price. There's a bar connected with the restaurant as well if you want shots. There's plenty of room for seating and standing while you eat. read more

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Omg, this speak easy (a well known joint) serve up some delicious Tijuana-style street tacos!! Super causal and very busy fast food, but it's worth the wait. We recently visited Austin and tried it, it's a little hidden and in back of a bar. The 4 of us ordered the Tacos, Volcanes, and Burritos. Everything was good and I especially love the Grilled Sirlion Beef Volcan! We even went for a 2nd time but at their other location in Austin. read more

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Some of the best tacos in Austin hands down. Super cool speakeasy vibe with quick service and MASSIVE tacos/quesadillas. Smoky complex flavors are sure to wow any guests. Certainly worth a visit. If you've been to tacos #1 in NYC, it's basically a 1 for 1 version of that, which is a good thing. read more

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Who would've thought that a taqueria tucked away in an unassuming alley would have some of the best tacos in Austin? The first thing you'll see when entering is a bar. Go through another door, and you'll find a small dining area and a hallway with a sign showing you where to order. After you place your order, they'll give you a ticket. Be sure to hand the ticket to one of the cooks; otherwise you won't get your food. We got the carne asada tacos, adobada (pastor) taco, and carne asada volcan. Everything was seriously delicious, rich, and flavorful. The meat was juicy and tender, and they were very generous with the portions. If all the seats inside are taken inside the restaurant, you can dine in the bar area or outside in the alley. This taco speakeasy spot is so good, we came back the next day with our friends. We will definitely be back in the future! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Carne Asada Taco (left & middle), Adobada (Pastor) Taco (right) - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The entrance is easy to miss: a door marked only by a primitive "TACOS" spelled out in those tacky mailbox stickers, tucked inside a tiny bar hidden down an alley off Trinity Street. Once you're inside, though, the whole operation runs with impressive efficiency. You order at the register, take your receipt, and hand it off to one of the taco guys behind the counter. As the sign says, "No Ticket, No Taco!" so don't lose it. Seating is limited and the line can get long, but they move fast. And don't come expecting cheese or sour cream -- the only add‑ons here are cilantro, onions, salsa, and guacamole. It's a stripped‑down menu, and they stick to it. The tacos are solid. The beef isn't anything remarkable, but the chicken is tender, moist, and genuinely flavorful. The quesadilla is the sleeper hit; the baked cheese gives it a deep, savory punch that outshines the tacos. And if you're hungry or just want the best value, the burritos are enormous -- stuffed right up to the tortilla's structural limit. A hidden little alley spot that delivers quick service, simple options, and reliably good food once you manage to find the door. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

I have lived in Texas for over 24 years now, and this is the best taco place in state! I got the pastor burrito with cheese and guac. They grill the cheese onto the tortilla and it's amazinggg. The rice and beans amazing. The salsa amazing (has a good kick). Seating can be tricky but worth it!! read more

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If you have the opportunity to checkout this alleyway taco spot (ain't nothing sketchy, I promise) and soon discover this is a speakeasy spot for tacos and not cocktails. I've been before during a late night pit spot, but I recently had the opportunity to go for lunch. The line was so effective and moved very efficiently. I appreciated how one person took your order, a second grabbed your order ticket, and they had a full lineup of chefs/cooks executing each station. The feature quesadillas, tacos, burritos and a few sides for you to dig into. Whether you're planning to eat on-site at their tables, grab a standing spot in the alleyway, or taking them to go, you'll be in for one amazing meal. I really love their salsa stations and ample amount of toppings. This is very much an authentic feel to a taqueria you'd come across in Mexico so that was cool. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Al pastor trompo - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Interesting entry to some delish tacos. Tortillas, meats and ingredients are fresh and delicious. Their asada was my favorite. Simple menu full of Mexican ingredients to load up on, including a salsa bar. If your nearby restaurant disappoints you, just skip it and come here. read more

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Hidden in a dim alley, this spot is easy to miss, aside from the glowing neon "Tacos Open Late" sign that hints you are at the right place. We stopped by after a local friend's recommendation. Once you pass the bouncer (yes, there's a bouncer) and the bar, the contrast from outside to inside is striking. The room is tightly packed with people either lined up to order or already digging into their tacos. We ordered the Al pastor and carne asada tacos on corn (3.5/5) and the Al pastor quesadillas (5/5). I appreciate that the tortillas are made in house and the Al pastor came with generous chunks of pineapples that added perfect touch of sweetness. Overall, a great late night spot with solid food and fun atmosphere, but good luck finding seats! read more

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Food was A+++. If you're in downtown Austin, this is a great lunch spot. Served quickly. Great tacos. Hope to come back!

Nestled in the corner of a dark alley, lies a small taco shop that looks like it's in the back of a bar and you can only tell it's a taco shop by the illuminating sign in the front that reads "Tacos open late" When we arrived, by what seemed like an accident, there was a security guy outside and a line that was forming with about two people in it. I think we beat the rush because it started forming quickly behind us. To the point that when we left the lines was all the way down the alley. Anyway, they quickly allowed us to go in and follow the line which moved fairly quickly. The place had seating in different areas and they all seemed to but full. However, if you stand around you can quickly take someone else's spot when they leave. I decided to try several different tacos, so I went with a carne asada, al pastor, chicken and a mixed asada and pastor taco (campechano: your choice of two meats). I also got a Jamaica to wet the whistle. Overall the food was good and I would say my favorite was probably the Al pastor with the pineapples. That mix is legendary and they got it right with the thick chunks of pineapple. The size of the tacos are a decent size so four tacos was more than enough. Even though I'm from Oxnard, California and I feel wee have some of the best Mexican food, I would def come back to try some of their other options. OOOO 4 out of 5 Afros read more

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What a great find. Tucked in an alley, this place puts out some outstanding tacos. The space looks like a converted kitchen. Operations are 8/10 where I feel there's a little room for improvement to get the food out a little more quickly and accurately but the food... Oh- The Food!!! The Al Pastor taco with "todos" was one of the best I've ever had. The Al Pastor was cooked to a perfect crispiness and the flavor was exceptional. The Carne Asada was also flavorful but would only get a 9/10 due to some gristle. I am salivating just thing about that Al Pastor taco and strongly recommend giving this place a shot. read more

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Overall: 4.5/5 [take out] Wow, this place is a cool taco speakeasy tucked in the middle of an alleyway. It was our first time there and the layout was really fun. They are super efficient; we ordered online for pickup and everything was ready in less than 5 minutes! They held off on our drink until we arrived so it would be fresh and not watered down, which was a nice touch. They packaged everything neatly and included one of each sauce. All the sauces were great, but the spice wrecked my stomach. It's a slow burn, so be careful how much you use. Nopales Asados Volcan ($8) + Pollo Asado ($1.50): A massive corn taco that I could only eat folded in half. It was okay. I wasn't really a fan of the nopales, and I remember it being better last time. They gave a generous portion of chicken too, which was cooked and flavored nicely. Campechana (Asada y Pastor) Quesadilla - Flour ($8.49): This was fire! Delicious, and even better than the taco version. Adobada (Pastor) Taco - Flour ($5): My husband's go to order. Tasty, and the pineapple added a nice sweetness. Campechano (Asada y Pastor) Plate ($14.99): Came with your choice of tortilla on the side, so we got corn, which was fresh and soft. The plate comes with meat, rice, and beans. If you're watching carbs, skip the plate and go with the taco version, which is tastier anyway. Campechana (Asada y Pastor) Burrito ($14.49): Basically the plate in burrito form. I didn't find it as flavorful as the taco version, so it really needs sauce. Also a bit messy to eat. I could only finish half, so you might get two meals out of it depending on how hungry you are. Grilled Nopales Cup ($4.50): A good amount of cactus, but it really needs sauce or should be eaten in taco form. Not great on its own. Agua Fresca 16oz Horchata ($5): So fresh and noticeably different from other horchatas we've tried. read more

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Fast, efficient and tasty tacos. Ordered the campechanos (pastor+steak), quite fulfilling and well prepared. The salsas are also very nice from mild to hot. Authentic Mexican music, mexican soft drinks and mexican tacos. Friendly service and friendly staff. read more

Taqueria De Diez - Trompo de carne (meat shawarma style) - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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If you can, arrive slightly before they open at 11:30 am. This place gets packed immediately and rightfully so. It's a little off the beaten path, you have to access the front door through an alley next to where the Austin Convention Center used to be. Once you enter, there is a small bar and then you head inside to the actual restaurant. It's small so there are only a few open tables so get there early (like I mentioned) if you can. The line gets long very quickly but it also moves like a well oiled machine. It wraps around from the entrance to the actual copy Ter. You order at the cashier, after you pay, they hand you a receipt that you then hand to the workers who will make your tacos/food to order. Everything that I ate was delicious. My favorite tacos were the pork and the beef. The nopal taco was a little plain for me but it wasn't bad, just not my standout. This place is a gem and I hope they are able to expand into a bigger space ASAP! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Inside kitchen pork - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Wowowow!! I've had this on my list for a while and thought the pictures looked amazing but after coming here I'm like...why haven't I come sooner??! This taqueria is hidden. You literally have to walk inside an alley to find it. When I entered, I was a bit confused because it looked to be a small room with a bar, but the magic happens when you open the door to tacos. It looks like an exit but it is both an entrance and exit! We came for early dinner around 6 pm and there was already a line wrapping around the counter but it moved fairly quickly. We got to order four tacos (all the ones on the menu, minus the cactus because we weren't feeling adventurous.) Also, got flan, which you take from the fridge. And a big carne asasa/al pastor burrito! It was our first time visiting and we were really looking forward to some delicious tacos (we think about Mexico all the time-that was sooo fun). I got so excited seeing them grilling the meats. The ventilation is really good though, you can't smell the smoke much. After ordering you take the ticket. Make sure you have the ticket and give it to the people to serve you tacos! They say if you don't have the ticket, you're not served. Automatic 10% service charge is added to the bill. While they have indoor seating, we just took them to-go. The seating is coco cola tables, which remind me of the same ones they set up in Mexico on the streets! It's very nostalgic and I love it! The cashier seems to speak only Spanish but we understood her. :) We packed some to-go sauces. Red salsa and a green jalapeño one (I think. My husband got them). I enjoyed the green one more because it was very creamy. When we came back out, there was a line forming outside. Everything was delicious but the carne asada was the best!! Smoky flavors throughout with the meat being the star. We were so satisfied and full. Not only put this place on your list of restaurants to go, but also put it at the TOP of your list!! Yuuuum! read more

This ended up being the best food I had during my weekend visit to Austin. Delicious Tijuana style tacos. The restaurant is between 3rd & 2nd street in some alley. It was a speak easy style entrance. It's a little pricey per taco, but we were looking for something late night last minutes and this spot delivered. If I ever make it back out to Austin they'd be on my must return list. read more

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Such a hidden gem. It is very hidden. You have to walk into a small bar to access the place. Their adobado (marinaded pork) was crispy and flavorful. The salsa and pineapple pieces helped make the taco an amazing meal! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Adobada (Pastor) Taco and Pollo Asado quesadilla. - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

Stumbled on the place kinda by accident. It's down an alley off the path. An absolute hole in wall!! Which is my type of joint for authentic food. All I can say is outstanding!!! Best tacos I've ever had. The sirloin steak quesadillas were an absolute hit. The rice and beans were outstanding . The service was friendly and quick considering the amount of ppl that were there. I'm in town for vacation and will be back before I leave. This could be detrimental to my weight lose journey read more

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This place is located in a dark alley way between P F Chang's and Maiko. It was kind of hard to find on Apple Map. At 9 PM, there was a line going in to the entrance that has small sign marked "Tacos, open late". The place was clean and smells great. As a party of of four, we ordered a bunch of tacos and I had the Burrito with combo meats. The food was freshly prepared and stuffed with lots of meats. Such a great bargain to dine here. The best tacos place in Austin! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Tacos with beef & grilled cactus. - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

Almost missed a great opportunity for authentic tacos! So glad I had time to stop before my flight home. The entrance in an alley way, you'll see a very small parking lot! You'll walk all the way through the tables and condiment corner to get to the line. You'll order at the register, get you ticket, take it to a cook that they assign and watch them do their magic.! They whip them up pretty quick make sure you get all the toppings (onion, cilantro, guac) you'll take your food and find a seat! The corner condiments are next to the bar seating. I missed it and didn't realize until my tacos were gone lol Asada burrito- meat, cheese, beans, rice it was big and flavorful. 5/5 Chicken tacos 5/5- good portion of meat, good tortillas. I ordered 2 flour 2 corn but ended up with 1 flour 3 corn i didn't get it corrected cause who cares at this point. Honestly I was full from half a burrito but forced myself to eat a taco. Thankfully I had my husband and friends hubby to eat what I couldn't finish. If you're in the area and need a good food stop here especially after a long night of drinking. read more

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This is such a cute little place! A taqueria speakeasy is BRILLIANT. The salsa bar was a huge plus. The tacos were delicious and had that authentic flavor. We were excited to see the tronco and knew the food would hit and they did not disappoint. Can't wait to go back! read more

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These are the best tacos ever. At least in Austin. They are amazing. I've lived in SoCal and Norcal for years, I've also done some time in Mexico. These tacos hit the spot. there tends to be a line but it goes by quick and worth it, limited seating they also do have a location on South Lamar too! Amazing! So worth it!! read more

Taqueria De Diez - Carne Asada Taco - Tacos Near Me - Austin, Texas

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You can't go wrong here. We tried tacos, the volcan, pastor quesadilla and chips/guac. So good we came back the next day Fri our farewell meal. The service is efficient, and the food is fantastic if you like a good taco. If we come back to Austin, we'll definitely be back here for some tacos! read more

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