I had already been to Torchy's Tacos in Nashville with my wife, and we enjoyed it so much that when I realized there was a location in Orlando, I literally went out of my way to get there. That should probably tell you something. I started with the chips and green chile queso, and it was fantastic. The kind of queso where you tell yourself you're just going to have a little, and then suddenly you're scraping the bottom of the bowl wondering where it all went. For tacos, I went with a breakfast taco and the Republican, Trashy Style. The Republican is a brisket taco, and I replaced the lettuce with queso because apparently I have decided that vegetables are optional when there is queso available. That turned out to be an excellent decision. The food here is just excellent. Fresh, tasty, and absolutely bursting with flavor. Everything I'm looking for when I go out to eat. And yes, I know this is a quick-serve restaurant. But sometimes quick serve gets a bad rap. When the food is this fresh and this good, I don't care if I'm ordering at a counter or being served by someone in a tuxedo. I went out of my way to get to Torchy's in Orlando, and I would absolutely do it again. Five stars. read more

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I used to eat at Torchy's back in Texas, so when I saw this location, I had to make a stop! I got my usual order of the Baja Grilled Shrimp Tacos and the Democrat. The restaurant was pretty empty when I went, and I'd say the food took somewhere between 6-10 minutes to come out. There's a huge menu to choose from, so it's definitely worth stopping by and trying whatever sounds good. I know my favorite is their queso! Unfortunately, this location didn't have the fried cookie dough bites for dessert, which I loved growing up. Hopefully they haven't been discontinued everywhere! read more

Torchy's Tacos - Democrat Baja Shrimp Grilled - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Service was good. I've known about TT since about 21 when I drove through Oklahoma and had the pleasure of being shown this place by a local. When I arrived here I arrived in Orlando I just had to come back and I took the family and they alll enjoyed their meals....... The outside seating area made this place a vibe to just sit out and relax and have some great tacos! So much we can back twice! read more

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After a visit to Disney World's Magic Kingdom, I was looking for restaurants that were still open near my hotel at the Home 2 Suites Hilton near International Drive and Disney Springs. I saw that Torchy's Tacos was still open until 10:00 P.M on a Thursday evening, but I wasn't sure if I was going to make it since I left Magic Kingdom around 9:30 P.M. I had arrived around Torchy's Tacos at 9:50 P.M, and it was still open! There was also customers still inside the restaurant and eating at the tables. I had walked inside and asked if they were still taking orders to go and the team member said Yes! Torchy's Tacos has a wide variety of options such as Tacos: Veggie, Chicken, Beef, Pork Bowls: Bonfire Bowl, Outlaw Bowl Salads/Burritos Nachos Chips & Dips and a lot of other options too I ended up ordering the following options, to go Chicken Fajita Taco: Chicken, Onions, Peppers, Pico de Gallo, cheese, and salsa Steak Fajita Taco: Steak, onions, peppers, Pico de Gallo, cheese, salsa. Tots with Queso and Bacon While I waited for my order, I did get a Soda, Sprite, while waiting and watched some TV that was playing above the bar stool seating area. The meal was cooked fresh and I waited about 15 minutes for the order. I ended up eating my Tacos at the hotel. It was good, but I think it would have been better at the restaurant. Both tacos were flavorful. The chicken fajitas was my favorite. The chicken was tender and scrumptious. The onions and peppers were my favorite part! The beef was good, but I did get some chewy pieces. The Tots with Queso and Bacon was interesting. The Queso cheese sauce was not too thick and so you could dip the tots into the Queso container. Service was great and food was good. This was my first time trying out a Torchy's Tacos before. This restaurant is not located in Las Vegas! I'm glad I had a chance to try out there food while visiting Orlando for a conference! read more

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I WISH we had a Torchy's Tacos in Jacksonville, but sadly we don't. So I always try and get my fix in when I'm visiting the theme parks. I enjoy this location specifically because it's just off I4 without far to go. That is KEY for me after a long day at the parks and having to drive home afterwards. The food is always delicious here. My favorite is the queso. It's my favorite queso out of ANY restaurant. And while I prefer supporting local, family owned businesses vs chains, this is definitely a favorite of mine due to unique menu and offerings, and that DAMN GOOD queso! Staff here is always friendly and working hard. I've been to this location probably no less than 10 times, and I've never had problems or issues. If you have their app downloaded and are a rewards member, you get a free order of chips and queso for your birthday, so that's a pro-tip! I always make sure I claim that one every year too! read more

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So happy there is one here now! I had tacos when I was in Houston and loved them! Small but mighty and pack filled with good meat and fresh ingredients. The taco shell is specific. Soft but, corn style and grainy. The salmon one and jerk chicken was good! Hot sauce was hot! I can't wait to come back and try more options. Update- I went back for the Hogfather and the Crossover brisket! The brisket was my favorite so far! The hogfather id like to see, maybe a cilantro mayo on it, and then diced fresh jalapeños instead of pickled, that way a cilantro mayo or sour cream could offset the heat but, I like heat! Same with the rice, a bit more cilantro and maybe some kind of cilantro cream as a choice to add to the rice. read more

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Coming from California, I have a certain set of expectations for something called a taco. None of those expectations were fulfilled by the provisions available at Torchy's. Nevertheless, the tacos at Torchy's were incredible! I had the Republican - a taco made with smoked brisket - and I've never had a taco like that in my life! The flour tortilla was buttery soft- and the smoked brisket was straight up Texas-worthy! Yes i said that! That taco was delicious!!! The Bushfire taco was awesome- the fresh mango juxtaposed with the sour cream and epically hot habanero pepper sauce was just so so good! The fried avacado was 'meh' to me. The Churros were great! The service was great! read more

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Never heard of Torchy's before my friend brought me here, now I'm a fan and will be on the lookout for them when I am out and about. Especially since I just found out there is one not far from where I live. This is fast casual to a tee. It is an amazing experience, and the food is some of the best Mexican I could ask for in a setting like this. My friend decided that we should sit at the bar instead of standing in line and ordering. I wasn't mad about that. Even though the menus are overhead they give you a menu at the bar. It made it easier to do so when wanting to decided, instead of having to crane your neck. It was hard for me to decide since I was never here. After looking over the menu like fifty times, I went with a few things. To start I went with the Damn Good Tots. When they say that they are the larger size, I expected more. Only downfall here. When you say large tots, you need to mean large tots. These are topped with queso and bacon. Salty, yes; satisfying, also yes. As for the mains, I went with the Trailer Park, get it Trashy. Chicken, topped with (if trashy) queso, green chiles, pico de gallo, mixed cheese and poblano sauce. Hunch over to eat this, as it will be dripping some of the goodies out of it. I also go the Grande Burrito. I had it plain, added no meat. Refried pinto beans, rice, pico de gallo, sour cream, guac, mixed cheese inside a flour tortilla. Come with Roja sauce and Tomatillo sauce. Both are delicious and I suggest alternating between the two when you take bites. A totally satisfying meal. Something to look forward to with future visits. Service here was amazing. The woman attending to the bar area was very nice. She chatted with us a lot while we were here. She was a doll and knew everything about the menu without having to look. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Trailer Park Trashy, Grande Burrito, Damn Good Tots - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

**Vegetarian Friendly** LOVED this place in Dallas many years ago, and was excited it was in Orlando! The menu has 2 Vegetarian Taco options, but they cashier said they could make many of them vegetarian friendly. (1) Queso - Deliciously gooey and cheesy, with some spice! If you're getting queso for kids, ask for the Diablo Sauce on the side. We had leftover queso, and it did not congeal overnight! Sign of not-so-fake queso (2) The Fried Avocado - personally, the fried avocado was too much for me that I would skip it next time. (3) The FoSho - loved all the different textures! Too much rice for me, so I would ask for less if you're not into rice. About 5 miles from any of the Universal Parks, so makes a great quick dinner after a day in the park! PRO TIP: You can swap corn tortilla for flour tortilla in any of the tacos. read more

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Sat at bar for full service. My Mexican margarita was good and flavorful. I e like the 3 sum for chips and queso. Guac super fresh and liked the salsa. I ordered the republican and a chorizo egg and cheese the republican was great meat super flavorful the eggs on the other were overdone but it's was ok. My bf had a fajita and a Mr orange and he lived the salmon. Solid place for a quick bit b read more

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I had high expectations for Torchy's Tacos. My first experience was many years ago in Houston, Texas. So, I knew what to expect, and the Orlando location did not disappoint. This was my first visit to the Orlando location, and I knew it would be busy due to foot traffic in the general area. However, despite the crowd (which really was not so bad), service was QUICK. I got my order pretty quickly, and it was how I remembered it in Houston: GREAT! I ordered the Baja Shrimp Grilled and the Crossroads tacos. I didn't get any sides this time around, but I did request that the jalapeños be on the side to control the spice. I didn't end up needing the sauces that came on the side as the tacos were just as flavorful without. I did end up adding the spice back in, as it added an extra kick. Overall, everything tasted great. I will definitely be back to visit and order more from their menu. On a quick note, the restaurant has a cute retro feel to the interiors. There is ample seating indoors and outdoors. The staff is BEYOND SUPER DUPER! And did I mention, the tacos were good! Also, great price points. All in all, I've been a Torchy's fan for years now, and I am happy Orlando has a few locations. Now, I don't have to book a flight to Texas to get some tacos! read more

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Stopped in here while on vacation in Florida, and will definitely be coming back next time we're in town! Amazing food and drinks. Great service and quaint atmosphere. We purchased a variety of food from the menu and everything was fantastic! Wish we had one in Michigan. read more

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For those that know, no explanation needed! Just "Damn Good" food. Tex-Mex at its best with a twist. They have breakfast all day for those just getting off of work or craving Breakfast. Full bar to wash down those amazing tacos, chips, queso, and guacamole. The queso is hands down the best thing you shouldn't miss out on. Pro tip: They have a secret menu! read more

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My favorite Torchy's items is the taco of the month and their fajita plate. Torchy's has upscale tacos, drinks and desserts. Lately I have been trying the tacos of the month and enjoyed the last two: The Front Man - June Panko fried chicken, tangy gochujang teriyaki sauce, champagne vinaigrette slaw, sweet grilled pineapple, a cucumber spear, cotija, and cilantro all served on a warm tortilla with a lime wedge on the side. Tokyo Drifter - May Teriyaki green chile pork, crispy wonton strips, sweet and sour veggie slaw, sesame sriracha mayo, plus cilantro on a fresh flour tortilla. Both tacos felt adventurous and fancier than your average taco stand. Are they authentic - oh hell no, but very tasty. I generally don't like spicy food and because of that I don't enjoy their chips and dips. They do have really creamy guacamole. Torchy's has many spicy food choices. Their bowls were ok but my absolute favorite is their fajita plate which you can usually get even if it is not appearing on the current menu. It has plenty of peppers, meat and toppings. Torchy's is a fast casual restaurant. The staff I have encountered ordering are friendly and helpful. Customers order at a counter and fetch your own drink unless you order a cocktail. Take a seat in a booth or table and they deliver your food using a number. Food comes on little metal trays and they have garbage bins in the dining room to bus your own table. There is also patio seating. Generally a clean fast food vibe. Torchy's has a selection of soft drinks and custom juice drinks. I frequently see families eating out as this location is close to the theme parks. A good choice to grab a quick meal when you want to eat more than fast food. read more

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This is the 2nd Torchy's that I've ever been to. I am definitely becoming a fan. Just like the Winter Garden location, there is plenty of seating inside and out. The room is very spacious and there is a bar to order food and drinks from. They offer a self service soda station with to go containers and foil for wrapping up any leftovers. The bar offers a limited number of the most popular liquors to make cocktails from scratch or from their signature drink menu. They also have beer on tap, wine and seltzers. What I really like about this location, compared to Winter Garden, is that they are open an hour later each night so weekdays until 10 pm, Friday and Saturday until 11 pm. To keep it new, I ordered 2 different tacos and also tried the queso and chips. A great thing about Torchy's is that you can easily order any taco or burrito with either flour or corn tortillas or in a bowl. The first taco I had was the Mr. Orange taco. This had a thin piece of nicely seasoned blackened salmon, with black beans, corn, cotija cheese and cilantro. There was also a generous drizzle of the avocado crema sauce. It was a little fishy which I expected because it's salmon but still very good. I do wish the salmon filet was a bit thicker though. My next taco was the Crossroads taco. It came with beef brisket, onions, jalapenos, cilantro, avocado and cheese. The brisket was seasoned well and was tender. They give you a generous amount of meat and toppings so it's a good value. The jalapenos were mild and had just the right amount of heat that I was looking for. The queso is also very good. A bit on the spicier side because of the diablo sauce drizzled on top but flavorful. It includes a small dollop of guacamole, which is a nice touch. I preferred the bar at the Winter Garden location but the extended hours at this location will likely make it my favorite Torchy's location. read more

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Went on a taco Tuesday date with my bff here , stayed not too far from here. Went on a whim and definitely was satisfied. I'm glad we stopped and tried the various options. Wouldn't normally order tacos like we got but it was the perfect amount of everything. The trio was amazing as well. The two servers were amazing as well and kept the place well organized and cleans the food came out quick and there was potency of seating read more

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Place was clean Staff was friend Annoying generic music playing lol Tacos were expensive $5-6.50 each Flower tortillas were home made big plus But they were very powdery. Left a texture in your mouth. Ordered 2 of each Steak fajita (so many peppers ) Democrat just a pile of shredded meat with a sliver of avocado Ranchhand lots of egg Asked for crema bc it needed a little something Came with a green and red sauce Water tasted like pool water it was terrible lol It was good but expensive. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Democrat Steak Fajita Ranch Hand - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Tacos were unlike any I've had elsewhere. Chicken tasted like it was actually cooked on a grill. Interesting variety of flavors and sauces. Dining area is roomy and was clean on my visit. read more

The food and service did not disappoint. It was not crowded, so we had a choice of practically any table in the restaurant. They also provide outdoor seating. I had the shrimp taco and it was very flavorful. I also received my birthday queso and chips. What a wonderful perk! read more

Torchy's Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Food: yummy grilled shrimp. & salmon (a little small piece but cooked perfectly) chicken quesadilla, burrito Service: excellent, they didn't have a protein only option but the manager found a work around to accommodate me. Atmosphere: clean, fast casual ordered takeout was appropriate time read more

Truthfully I am not the biggest fan of their tacos - just not my taste. And I eat vegetarian most of the time and there aren't a ton of options for me on that front. BUT their queso is amazing. I would go here and just eat that alone. Probably my favorite fast casual queso option out there. read more

As I read through the other reviews, I think I may have had an anomaly of an experience. Nonetheless, my visit was enough to make me not go back; slow service and cold food were the biggest issues. First, the positive: The Threesome appetizer has some solid chips and excellent queso. The salsa and the guac were quite good, but the queso is a standout on this dish. The chips were warm, not greasy, solid crisp and a perfect pinch of salt. However, the rest of the meal was disappointing. First, it took 45 minutes to get our tacos, after the appetizer had been served. Weirdly, some of the tacos were warm and others were cold - I'm not sure how that happened. Beyond that, the tacos are 'fine' - which is not what you want with a taco. Maybe it was my choice of chicken/beef/avocado, but the cashier said they were the favorites. Overall, my brain says I should go back with all the raving reviews, but I'm not sure I can after such a disappointing experience. read more

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It was really great to have a taste of home. Had the Ronin taco and a Migas taco. The Ronin had so many flavors going on in one taco. The tortilla strips in the MIgas taco could have been crispier. The Hillbilly Queso had a nice kick to it. Staff was friendly and helpful. Lots of seating at the restaurant. But it is a little tricky to park. read more

First visit after trying samples at Orlando Weekly Tacos & Tequila. I enjoyed the limited bowl, asked for sauce on side since I don't like a lot of heat. The BBQ sauce helped balance flavor. Not too busy on Monday for lunch, order arrived quickly, delivered to table. Learned there are secret menu items online, looking forward to trying next time. read more

Torchy's Tacos - The Broski Bowl - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I tried the Republican and the Trailer Park, and my husband went with the Republican and the Baja Shrimp. The Republican was the star for both of us -- the smoked beef brisket was insanely good, perfectly tender, and packed with flavor. The spice level was spot-on: enough heat to make it exciting without overpowering the taco. Absolute must-order. The Trailer Park was classic comfort -- crispy, messy, and ridiculously satisfying. And according to my husband, the Baja Shrimp brought that perfect combo of crunch and fresh flavor that Torchy's nails every time. Service was quick, food came out hot, and everything tasted fresh. If you're craving bold, over-the-top tacos, Torchy's is the place. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Torchy's Tacos are anything but simple - but they are enjoyable and fun in their creativity. Flavors abound and while some of the combos sound strange, they are all yummy and filling. The all-day breakfast tacos are also a great option and the salsas are awesome. Service has been pretty solid and parking is never a problem. read more

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First time trying Torchys and it was a decent experience. The shrimp taco was amazing and loved every bite. The fried avocado taco was really underwhelming and low flavor in comparison to the other, so I was pretty disappointed. The guac was great and chips were okay, I've had better. I did enjoy the patio and everything seemed clean. I didn't really engage with staff much but our food came out quickly. I'd try it again and try different items read more

Everything about this restaurant was fantastic. Excellent food. Fantastic service. Comprehensive menu! Loved loved the shrimp tacos! Thank you. We will definitely be back! read more

Stopped by Torchy's for lunch and grabbed the Republican and the Baja Shrimp. The spice level on both was absolutely perfect. The Republican had plenty of flavor, and the Baja Shrimp was fresh, crispy, and bright. That fried corn tortilla on the Baja Shrimp was legitimately fantastic -- nice crunch and held everything together perfectly. Solid execution, fun menu, and good service. Definitely recommend swinging by if you're in the mood for tacos. I'll be planning another visit to try the rest of the menu! read more

Torchy's Tacos - Baja Shrimp & the Republican - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The tacos and guacamole were amazing! The service was quick! This has become one of our new go-to places for dinner when we don't feel like cooking. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Tipsy Chick and Democrat taco - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The staff were patient and explained the menu and some of their favorites. I ordered the Hogfather Taco with pulled pork, bacon, teriyaki sauce and cotija cheese. The sweet sauce balanced out with salty of the bacon. The one taco is somewhat filling, but ordered guacamole and chips. The guacamole has a bit of a kick to it. The floor is open and the music in the background was not so loud that allowed for conversation. My dining companion advised the female restroom needed some attention. read more

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It's Torchy's ... but Orlando. Pretty disgusting - 13 tables clear inside, and every one was dirty. Tasted like knock-off Torchy's, I guess. The same items, but sloppier. 30 minute back-up in kitchen on a weekend night at 8pm. At least it's fun to watch the Disney adults. read more

Don't come here unless you want to wait 45 minutes for a small taco. No communication. Would never come back here. After waiting almost an hour for an order for 3 people, when they finally finished it the food was cold. They thought promising us a free cookie and churros would make up for it and didn't even give us the cookie. My husband ordered a bowl and they didn't even put any silverware in the bag and since the order took forever and we had to get back on the road we had to just toss it so he wasn't eating chicken, rice, lettuce and shredded cheese with his hands. Their portions aren't right. They should make a meal with two or three tacos not one. Also, their chips taste like they bought them at Sam's. Their queso left a bad taste in my mouth, just like their service. Next time you're making 67 tacos for someone kindly tell the regular customers that you are running behind and if they want to place an order let them know upfront it will take a very long time like an hour for a fast food taco. read more

It was delicious just like San Antonio!! I will be back and will tell a friend!! Everything's good!

Nice location for this chain. Counter ordering with table service. There's a large outdoor area here, in addition to the indoor "garage" feel. Our go-to starter is the Threesome, a combination of fairly spicy green chile queso, guacamole, and red or green salsa. My favorite tacos are Mr. Orange (salmon), and Hellfire (jerk pork plus a really spicy dipping sauce). Staff is pleasant and the service is fairly quick. Unusual for counter service places, they have margaritas and other spirits. read more

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Fast, casual concept with fun flavors. Even if it says "flour" or "corn" tortilla specific to the taco , they let you change if you'd like. There's a gluten-free menu on their website which helped us out immensely. The tacos itself had a lot of flavor and were quite large and the protein options were fresh and cooked perfectly. Very saucy too. Whoever took our order was so patient and kind with us in explaining everything and even waited to make sure my brother opened his app up to get rewards points instead of rushing along. read more

Torchy's Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Was forced by my partner to come here late at night to try this place and I will say the service was beyond amazing. We were gifted a free queso after discussing the origin of the place! Love how a great place is run by great people. Definitely stop by and give it a go read more

Torchy's Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Stopped in at Torchy's Tacos and had an awesome experience. The food was exactly what you'd hope for--flavorful, fresh, and satisfying--but what really made the visit memorable was Carol, the bartender and manager. She was absolutely incredible. Friendly, welcoming, and completely on top of everything--she made the whole vibe of the place feel upbeat and effortless. You can tell she takes pride in the guest experience, and it shows. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or hanging at the bar, you're in good hands with Carol. Great tacos, great service--can't ask for much more. Will definitely be back! read more

Torchy's Tacos - Republican taco and Trailer Park taco. - Tacos Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I really like this place. Walk in, order at the counter and they bring your food to you. Lots of places to sit, even an outside patio. Always clean and employees are efficient and friendly. Got the breakfast burrito and the green Chile pork taco. Also got a half order of street corn, half order of loaded tots and the rice and bean combo. I really like the fact that you can get the half order at a reasonable price and the portions are not bad either. The food is always tasty. Go get some damn good tacos! read more

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Too bad they closed Altamonte! Food and service were always good. Fun place. Only one left I think is down by outlet mall. Still good but too far to go. read more