Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Torchy's Tacos

    2.9 (231 reviews)
    ModerateTacos, Tex-Mex
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

    Order Torchy's Tacos Takeout or Delivery

    Torchy's Tacos Photos

    Business Info

    From this Business

    TORCHY'S TACOS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Trendy
    Moderate noise

    Recommended Reviews - Torchy's Tacos

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos - Torchy's Tacos

    Bhagyashree B.

    Torchys is one of my favorite comfort food restaurants in Austin, can never go wrong with the chips and queso here! This Torchys location is quite open and has ample seating indoors. Service is quick and tacos are tasty as usual :)

    Kristi M.

    I've never dined in at Torchys, as a matter fact, I've only had torchy's tacos maybe two times and one of them was from a food truck at a wedding. I was hoping they had a drive through but there wasn't one . I figured, how long could it take. Ha! I went on in, the cashier was friendly enough, placed my order and asked for it to go. I was handed a buzzer and that was about it. I had no idea where to wait, where the drink station (it's around the corner you can't see it from the register) was or anything else about this place. I finally decided to find a table and sit down outside and wait. I didn't realize I was supposed to put the buzzer on a certain spot on the table and it would somehow alert the staff where I was I guess? After about 20 minutes, I went inside and asked a bartender if I needed to pick up my food from somewhere since it was to go and he said no, I could just wait there anywhere I'd like and the buzzer sends a signal to the kitchen. I opted to go back outside where I waited for another 15 and my buzzer started buzzing! I looked around and saw no one coming with food so I figured I would just give it a minute. I gave it five minutes and got up to look and see if maybe my food got placed on the rack for delivery drivers. Nope, no food there and now the table I was sitting at has been taken over by someone else. I find somewhere else to sit and put my buzzer on the table and probably for at least another 15 minutes. It continues to buzz and no food in site. Now I'm getting really annoyed because there's no one really to ask and I have no idea what to do here or where my food is. I go back inside and another five minutes of me, standing inside looking and feeling embarrassed and someone suddenly emerges from the kitchen with a bag of food to go. Seriously?! Why has my buzzer been going off for the last 20 minutes? The taco I got was good at least but I have waited less time for a full meal. I also ordered chips and queso and I was expecting cheese, but I'm not sure what was in it except it wasn't what I expected and way too much cilantro. So all that drama for one taco and a half order of chips and queso.

    Is this really necessary??? I didnt request it. Waste container and business's money. Shame on you.
    K W.

    The food is good. The service from app or order need improvement. If customer didnt request sauces then do not not not put sauce containers in bag. EVER.

    Unfinished taco. It was slimy and not good.
    Jessica M.

    Very disappointed with our breakfast yesterday at this location. I had the Wrangler and my first bite was a crunchy potato as in raw, not crispy. After my 2nd bite of raw potatoes, I removed the rest from the taco. My friend also experienced the same with her taco. Her daughter said her chicken taco was slimy so she didn't finish it and never touched her 2nd taco. What happened to the good Torchy tacos?

    Don't pass on the guac and queso!
    Kate M.

    When I come visit my family in Austin Torchy's is always at the top of my list of places to eat!! The food is always so fresh and delicious and their queso and guacamole just might be my favorite. I've tried a few different tacos but the Trailer Park is my #1. And of course I get it "trashy" which means they remove the lettuce and add queso. 10/10 would recommend!! This location also has great outdoor seating options!

    Counter to order
    Larry E.

    It's OK. It is nothing as good as the original truck (yes I am that old), but it is actually better than other Torchy's I have tried. The staff was a hoot, especially the cashier, and quite friendly. I had only a breakfast Chorizo and egg taco, but watched a lot of others being made. Spice level was really low, but I have learned, and as I will drop by again, I will get some jalapenos to add. One thing I did like was the tortilla was warm. This is where other Torchy's have failed me. The manager was really friendly also, and made a point of coming over to see me as we were introduced by the cashier. Is it one of my favorite places? No. I like more traditional border style, but it will do in a pinch. If you are a fan of Torchy's, you can get an item that is loosely referred to as the Trailer Trash. It is a Trailer, served trashy style. That will be my next visit. A bit up an update: I went in today and had a Trailer Park, Trash, on corn. It was OK, and had a decent flavor, but no bite and the tortilla was not warm. However, the staff was totally on point as I went in at the lunch rush, they were having computer problems, but still pressed on. I will continue to try it now and then, and I see 4 stars in the future. I will say, right now, that this is the best Torchy's I have eaten at in years.

    They have melanin on tap!

    See all

    1 month ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Paul D.
    252
    651
    5361

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    30 days ago

    Always consistent and good value here. It's one of my 2 top go-to places for a quick lunch, and then get a GCP for tomorrow's breakfast.

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Good service and solid food! If you need a quick bite I would recommend torchys, nothing special but good.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of K W.
    8
    148
    31

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jeremy Y.
    51
    36
    43

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of F B.
    61
    29
    3

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    It's giving eat Wrangler Tacos again soon.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    I have always been happy with my food and service at this Torchy's! They have a great big patio that is good for kids to roam around.

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Alan G.
    4
    71
    18

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    It's giving eat tacos and Queso again soon.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 22
    Thanks 0
    Love this 18
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of John K.
    1181
    94
    63

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ron U.
    815
    768
    548

    6 years ago

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 0
    Love this 8
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Robert W.
    35
    11
    28

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    It was so good! Thank you to the escarpment location for providing a free meal to my dance team!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Hi Autumn - Thanks for the 5 star review! Torchy would be proud!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 9
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Torchy's M.

    Torchy's M.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 6

    Ask the Community - Torchy's Tacos

    Anyone know if the outdoor area is dog friendly?

    YES YES YES!!!

    View All 2 Questions

    Velvet Taco

    Velvet Taco

    4.5
    (813 reviews)
    9.3 mi
    $$

    Perfect spot for late-night tacos!…read more The best part is that they have great vegetarian options, including both paneer and tofu tacos, and both are absolutely delicious. It's not always easy to find flavorful vegetarian tacos, so this place was a pleasant surprise. I loved it so much that I ended up visiting twice during my two-day trip to Austin. If you're in the city, this place is definitely worth checking out!

    Right next to Punch Bowl Social, good spot for a meal or snack. There is a good amount of seating,…read morebut the tables are pretty close together. Some tables could use a cleaning in between guests, but it was fairly clean. You order your food at the counter and they call you when it is ready. I ordered the grilled steak taco, rotisserie chicken taco and special taco of the week (pork dumpling smash taco). We also ordered the elote and queso to share. The elote was good, but very creamy and a bit heavy. The queso was good but tbh I prefer Torchy's. The grilled steak taco was a bit underwhelming, I wanted it to have more flavor, it just tasted like beef and cheese. The chicken had good flavor and the special weekly taco was enjoyable and interesting, not like any taco I have had before. There is plenty of variety for people including those with dietary restrictions. My friends ordered two tacos each and I was full after 3 tacos so if you are not a big eater stick with two.

    Photos
    Velvet Taco
    Velvet Taco 8
    Velvet Taco 8
    Velvet Taco 1

    See all

    Velvet Taco 1
    Veracruz All Natural

    Veracruz All Natural

    4.1
    (584 reviews)
    9.1 mi
    $$

    Very convenient location right off the bats bridge! Really cool spot to rest since they offer a…read moregreat variety of juice / smoothies and tacos! I got the grilled fish taco and doña Reyna taco - the portion is very good! It's freshly made so do expect to wait 15-20 mins but it's very worth it! The grilled fish taco comes with a big piece of avocado and the doña Reyna taco has a good amount of chicken and the sauce is very flavorful! They'll ask for a phone number at the register and they'll call your name / text you when your order is ready. They have a great indoor and outdoor dining area!

    I had so many food targets to hit in Austin and this one didn't make my priority list for lunch/…read moredinner but I ended up coming here for a breakfast taco and really liked it! It's a small chain in Austin that started from a food truck of two women from Veracruz. Interestingly enough, the cashew based queso here is the default so people with nut allergies- watch out! I was told it was not made in house by the restaurant and I ended up not trying it. I ended up getting the El Diferente taco, while the women at the counter recommended the Furioso. I chose it because I preferred pinto beans to black beans. I added thier salsas that were creamy and it was delish with poblanos in it. The tacos sounded really simple to me from the descriptions but I ended up really enjoying the one I had for breakfast! My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

    Photos
    Interior part of the hotel
    Interior part of the hotel
    Migas tacos
    Migas tacos
    Shrimp Macha Taco

    See all

    Shrimp Macha Taco
    Pueblo Viejo

    Pueblo Viejo

    4.4
    (671 reviews)
    9.5 mi
    $

    Tucked away in a building across from Popeye's, this charming little restaurant doesn't have a wide…read morevariety to choose from--but what they offer is pretty special and definitely worth a visit. I ordered 2 steak tacos and horchata, both very delicious. The horchata is milky and sweet but not crazy sweet, and topped off with cinnamon. The steak tacos came out pretty hot, fresh from the grill. I got them on corn tortillas and I'm glad I did: idk if they make them in house but somebody in some house is making these because they definitely aren't store bought, and if they are I want to know where! I tried the orange habanero and creamy serrano salsas. The habanero was spicy off the bat, while the serrano had more of a lingering burn. Both paired well with the steak. They have a little bar, too, though I did not imbibe this time. Seems like they have a decent selection of agave spirits, and even Campari behind the bar (iykyk). Give them a shot, and thank the ladies in the kitchen.

    I personally don't eat breakfast tacos usually, but the breakfast tacos here are delicious. Out on…read morea whim, happen to drive by and saw this place. Decided to come in and the cashier greeted us and was really nice and patient because of questions with the menu. The Taco Bueno is what I had ordered and requested no potato. Sat down and after a few seconds, chips & salsa was delivered. Then after a few minutes, the food came. Quick service for sure and the food, AMAZING. Anyone reading this, try this place out and if u like it, come back! Cuz we are for sure =D

    Photos
    Dining Pueblo Viejo ~ Riverside
    Dining Pueblo Viejo ~ Riverside
    Steak Burrito
    Steak Burrito
    Delicious pineapple cucumber agua fresca!

    See all

    Delicious pineapple cucumber agua fresca!

    Torchy's Tacos - tacos - Updated July 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...