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    Urban Taco

    3.6 (465 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Pozole Tortilla Soup
    Michael G.

    I was in Dallas for work and on a random Thursday, the city decided to shut down because of an ice storm and I'm so grateful Urban Taco was open or else I would've gone hungry! I walked over from my hotel and almost slipped 4 or 5 times because I didn't pack the proper shoes as I didn't realize you could experience four seasons in one day in Dallas. When I arrived I sat at the bar and was greeted by the super kind bartender/server. I decided to order enough, not so fattening food, that could get me through the entire day if needed. The pozole tortilla soup was filling and delicious and it warms up well. The romi salad with steak was delicious and cooked well. Although I never made it for taco Tuesday. My coworkers did and spoke highly of their offerings. On a normal day, I could definitely see the environment here being fun and a good place to meet friends for happy hour or taco Tuesday

    Taco plate
    Luis S.

    I went red snapper ceviche app and taco plate -al pastor, steak & carnitas. The chips had a great seasoning that made it hard to stop eating them. The tacos were crafted well - every bite played out just right. The true test of rice & beans was passed with flying colors.... ordered white beans ( don't remember ever having them before. I'd definitely come back if out this way again.

    Pozole Tortilla Soup
    Kristianne B.

    Was in Dallas for the weekend and we happened to stop at this place. I thought it was your normal TEX-MEX place, but I think it's better! Everything was delicious!

    Rosa H.

    I'm surprised I have never reviewed this place! It's one of our favorites. We come here anytime we have the chance. My husband and I usually split the tacos and sides and trio. The Avocado Crema is so delicious! It's the best I've ever tasted! They also make fresh tortillas and ALL THE TACOS are delicious. Today I have the Ceviche and Avocado tower and man was it delicious!! I also highly recommend the margaritas!! This place would normally be rated 5 stars out of 5 but today the server was not that attentive and the AC condensation melted dripping on my shoulder. We also had to get attended by another server for the corn it was dry but much better after they re-made it. I do highly suggest that side! It's very good especially when made well.

    Warm Chips with pepita, salsa rojo And Jalapeno avocado dip as the Warm Chips and Salsa Trio
    Ashley T.

    Amazing food. Good, high quality ingredients used and you can tell by the taste. I had a shrimp taco, corn in crema and shared the chips and trio and couldn't finish it. The jalapeño avocado dip had the perfect amount of heat. The salsa rojo had a strong Smokey flavor. The Pepita dip had an amazing flavor. The pineapple salsa on the shrimp taco was a perfect flavor combo. I love the seasoning on the chips and the facts that they were strips instead of triangles made them ideal for dipping. The only downfall was service. We had an empty glasses our entire meals and the waitress didn't even smile until leaving our tab.

    I see a bar
    Ciara N.

    So this is like so many restaurants during the pandemic. They have a QR code that u point to with your camera and a menu pops up. I love that so much. Anyways the tacos here are so good. I had both tacos and I have to say there's something special about the al pastor a la tuma. The manchego cheese outside is a little salty and the sweet from the pineapple with then creamy of the avocado and the savory of the marinated meats with a squeeze of lime just did it for me. I sure can see why it was top 10 taco in Texas. It's way different than any taco I've ever had with with cheese in the outside and the pineapple inside. Love it. I highly recommend it.

    Dos tacos
    Chandra J.

    Got to enjoy their delicious tacos finally after passing them for months! As their dining room is not open yet I had to get them to go, but still received great service and food. I got the carne asada and chicken tacos, which were both a good size and made all my taste buds tingle! I definitely want to come back once they are open for in person dining and have a cocktail and of course more tacos!

    Haley F.

    I've been here twice now and the food it's ok but I get a little disappointed in the margs. They are a hit or miss for sure. Lots of different flavors but sometimes it just doesn't work for me. They also don't have any happy hours or Tuesday specials that I know of. Their food was good but just know it's not Tex-mex flavor it's had a very fresh flavor to it! Love the variety of salsas!

    Ceviche stack!
    Daren M.

    We LOVE this place. So authentic. Not Tex-Mex. I ordered the ceviche guacamole tower. Delicious! My wife got a chicken bowl dish. Equally good. The Yucca fries that came with it were awesome. Hers came with a side o black beans. I took a bite and ordered a side of them for myself. Our server Abraham was brilliant. I would hire him to run any restaurant anywhere. Impeccable service. Everything I talk about in my books like A Company of Owners. Spectacular customer service. There are some Dallas mainstays that this place blows away!

    After a good ride on white rock
    Sabina C.

    Now that's some good guac, chips & Tacos... I'm from California where the expectation of good authentic mexican food bar is set very high! This place isnt quite authentic, more trendy but by far the tastiest I have had in the Dallas area. Thank buuuhJesus that this isnt that horrible thing called TexMex. Screw that salty over dressed with tasteless sauces TexMex crap!! Service was exceptional and the outdoor patio was great on a nice sunny day. Even my dog enjoyed it!

    Hibiscus marg
    Danielle A.

    The food and drinks are good, I recommend the side of corn and the veggie empanadas. It's a little cramped inside, but service is pretty quick and it's the perfect place to eat before seeing a movie at the Angelika.

    Spencer G.

    I've been coming here for years, and in all that time I've never had a single bad experience. The food, the service, and the atmosphere are always on point. Definitely a great spot for a date, or casual meal with friends and family! Not crazy expensive and it's always a fun trip here!

    Warm Chips & Salsa Trio
    Carol C.

    Amazing food, great service, and fair prices. We tried a little of everything tonight: salsa trio, yucca fries, and taco platters- everything was incredibly flavorful and delicious. The meat was also high quality and tender- something I find a lot of places lack! Would definitely recommend coming here for lunch, brunch, or dinner!

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    great food and service, UT is a guarantee. love their pastor tuma and barabcoa. Also loved their Tinga

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    I love the chicken tinga tacos so much. The cilantro lime rice is also very tasty. Always clean with friendly service.

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    Uno Mas

    4.5
    (503 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I was surprised to see the place so packed on the 4th of July--apparently nothing says…read more"independence" like Tex-Mex, beer, and possibly the World Cup. I came in mainly to watch the game and have a few beers, but the service was so good you'd think I had ordered the entire menu instead of just casually committing crimes against the free chips and salsa. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made me feel very welcome. Honestly, if they treat a guy this well for drinking beer and demolishing complimentary chips, I can only imagine what happens if you actually order food. Definitely made me want to come back hungry. PS- my server was Anthony

    I really wanted to like Uno Mas, but it was an uphill battle. We dined here for brunch on a Sunday…read moreand they were moderately busy. The restaurant seemed warm and inviting with all the natural light, but as the meal progressed, there were quite a few misses that degraded the overall experience here. First, they didn't really have much in the way of non-alcoholic drinks except for sodas, which I typically don't drink. I wanted a flavored lemonade or an agua fresca. The waiter said they had lemonade and they could add some mango flavoring, but when I go the drink, it was terrible. It was like a Countrytime or something to that effect. I couldn't taste the mango flavoring. The waiter was kind enough to offer to remake the drink when he realized I didn't like it, but it was the same again, so I gave up. It just tasted so artificial and gross. For my entree, I ordered an enchilada plate with scrambled eggs and potatoes. The first time it came out wrong. It was beef enchiladas and not the cheese that was listed on the menu. Then they brought out my plate again and it was now covered in queso. According to the menu, it was a cheese enchilada with chili con carne, but I didn't want to raise the issue. I was really hungry at this point and just accepted it. The food was okay...2 1/2 or 3 star territory. The restaurant itself was pretty cool. I like the location and the abundance of natural light, but the miscommunications with the kitchen and the generic lemonade drink exposed some real opportunities here.

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    El Carlos Elegante

    4.5
    (253 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    We loved our meal. As a first time Mexican to El Carlos elegante I loved the flavors and avoidance…read moreof Tex Mex. We enjoyed all our drinks- hibiscus margarita, spritz and casa verde. Would return for drinks only and time with the bartender Devonte who was all vibes. We loved all the food we ordered. From the one hitters to the dessert. We've been in Dallas since late 2021 and happy we finally sat down for a meal here. It took me back to Mexico City and sparked energy within us to be exited while eating. Thankyou!

    5/5 Stars Everything…read moreabout my dinner at El Carlos Elegante was exceptional. Rather than ordering à la carte, I chose the Elegante Experience, a four-course chef-curated tasting menu that concludes with dessert for $99 per person. The menu evolves with the seasons, allowing the kitchen to showcase its freshest ingredients and current specialties, so every visit has the potential to be a little different. For the quality of the ingredients, creativity, and execution, I thought it was an outstanding value. Every course was beautifully prepared and packed with flavor. Not a single dish felt like an afterthought. The house-made masa program and wood-fired cooking really shine throughout the meal, and it's easy to see why this restaurant has earned such a strong reputation. The service was prompt, attentive, and genuinely courteous without ever feeling rushed. The atmosphere strikes a rare balance, it feels refined while still being warm, familial, and incredibly inviting. If you're ordering a cocktail, I highly recommend the El Dragón. It paired perfectly with the meal and is worth trying. I've uploaded several photos with this review be sure to flip through them to get an idea of just how beautiful the presentation is. El Carlos Elegante is one of those restaurants that reminds you a tasting menu doesn't have to be intimidating or overpriced. It simply delivers outstanding food, excellent hospitality, and an experience that feels well worth the price. I'll definitely be back.

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    A very cool vibe
    A very cool vibe
    Beet salad- served with grapefruit slices- turns out, I am not a fan of beets
    Beet salad- served with grapefruit slices- turns out, I am not a fan of beets
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    Caesar salad. We didn't order this, but it was a gift for us to try bc of our anniversary. Easily the best Caesar salad I have ever had!
    Doce Mesas

    Doce Mesas

    4.0
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    1.7 mi
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    The food here was great! But the service here was bizarre to say the least. We had actually booked…read morea reservation at another Doce Mesas location, but I did't know there was another location. So thinking we showed up for our reservation, this location says they don't take reservations. They stop at is anyway, which was nice. We were seated on the porch, and here's where things got weird. We ordered our drinks and when the drinks were delivered, we said we were ready to order, and the waitress, hesitated and then said she would be back. Kinda strange, but eventually we had our order taken. I ordered a mango agua fresca which was pretty good. The complementary chips and salsas were also really good. For an entree I had the Tempura Fried Fish Tacos. These were very good and the coleslaw served with them was very good- crunch and bright. Overall the food here is pretty solid. The service was a bit off, but not a deal breaker, just be prepared to wait a while to have your order taken.

    I justttttt could not love this place more. Mezcal margs, chips and various dips, and banging…read moreshrimp tacos. The service is so polite as well. What more could a girl want? I would like to mention that they nickel and dime you pretty hard. There's a split plate fee and they voluntarily brought out veggies for my GF friends when they inquired if they could eat the chips, but they ended up charging us $6 for it. Not the end of the world, but good to note!

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    Bright, Cozy & Relaxing Ambience at lunchtime! (December, 2022)
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