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    Velvet Taco

    3.9 (143 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Buffalo Chicken taco
    Felicia D.

    I've wanted to try this place and it did not disappoint. I was in the area shopping with my son and stumbled upon it. We weren't very hungry so I just ordered two tacos to sample ; ) I had the chicken tikka masala taco and the Buffalo chicken taco. The tikka masala one was amazing! It was so unique too as it had crispy chicken with tikka masala sauce and a small rice bed beneath. This is a must try! The buffalo chicken one was also amazing, but didn't stand up to the tikka one. The person at the counter wasn't friendly or welcoming so I give 4/5 stars. We went on Saturday, 8/16, around 3pm. Will return!

    Spicy Tikka Chicken taco (right) and fish left
    Katrina M.

    No complaints here! I got a rotisserie chicken taco (not pictured) and a chicken tikka taco. Both were delicious and way bigger than I expected. Two definitely hit my late night hunger spot. I also heard good comments about the battered fish taco. They're open still 2am right by the bars so it's a perfect late night meal.

    Melissa U.

    Are you in need of some late night grub after a night of clubbing? If you are, this is the place to go. The line moves fast and the food is cheap and delicious!

    Nashville Hot Tofu, Fried Paneer
    Harsh C.

    As a vegetarian this is a go to dinner spot for me and my family. They have amazing options for tacos that are unique! I highly recommend trying this place out. Also their queso is one of the best I've had, perfect taste and consistency. Try it out!!

    Rotisserie Chicken Bowl (GF)
    Ed D.

    I didn't actually know this was a franchise. I've been to the Velvet Taco in Houston and really liked it so I had to visit this one while I'm in the area. It didn't disappoint. My daughter had 3 different tacos, salmon, chicken tikka and another. She let me tasty them and they were very good especially the salmon. Except the taco pretty much fell apart once she picked it up. I got the chicken bowl and it was very tasty. Price was about the same as I remember and was on the more expensive side for tacos and bowl but worth it.

    Fried Paneer, Beer Battered Cauliflower, Nashville Hot Tofu tacos, Red curry coconut queso
    Sheena P.

    Came here for a quick late night bite after a Saturday night out. Loved the creative approach to tacos. Great vegetarian options and love their variety. Beer Battered Cauliflower Taco (5/5) - Perfectly crispy cauliflower with great sauce. Great flavor Fried Paneer Taco (4/5) - good attempt at an Indian fusion Nashville Hot Tofu Taco (4/5) - Tasty seasoning with a manageable amount of heat Red Curry Coconut Queso (4.5/5) - Salty but addictively good with the chips The portions are pretty generous and each taco feels unique. Quick service despite being busy. The inside has an industrial and quirky vibe which works well. Perfect for late night cravings!

    Mexi-Cali Shrimp
    Kristen A.

    The food came out quickly, and the service was excellent. This was honestly one of the best tacos I've ever had, the shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the ingredients were fresh. The place is small but not too noisy, which made for a pleasant dining experience. I'll definitely try to go back before I leave!

    Mexi-Cali Shrimp
    Jason S.

    After hearing rave reviews, I finally tried Velvet Taco, and it definitely lived up to the hype! I ordered delivery on a Saturday night, and to my surprise, it arrived quickly--within 20-25 minutes. I tried three tacos: the Spicy Tikka Chicken, Mexi-Cali Shrimp, and Kobe Beef Smash Burger. While all were delicious, the Kobe Beef Smash Burger taco truly stood out. The combination of ground beef, pickles, special sauce, and cheese in a tortilla might sound unconventional, but it works so well! Velvet Taco is more of a specialty taco spot rather than a traditional Mexican taqueria, similar to how some pizzerias focus on unique specialty slices rather than the classic ones. If you're in the mood for something creative and different, Velvet Taco is perfect. The only downside? It's a bit on the pricier side--around $7-8 per taco. That said, I loved my experience and can't wait to try more from their menu next time!

    Fried Paneer tacos
    Dimpie S.

    Highly disappointed. They've started skimping out on the paneer sauce so it taste like tofu. Velvet taco used to be so good but now it's average. The service was also slow. Seating is nice with extensive space including upstairs. However, would not recommend going back since they are making the recipes cheaper

    Chimichurri Steak and Chicken & Waffle tacos

    I thought this was a fascinating and fun menu. Well executed as well. I was skeptical at first but once you embrace that it's not your normal taco spot, it's smooth sailing. I was just grabbing a quick lunch so I only tried 2 tacos. The chicken and waffle taco was so unique and unlike any chicken and waffles I've had. The shell was reminiscent of a choco taco shell and then the chicken tender was crisp and juicy. The chimichurri steak taco was also very good. That was more of a traditional taco. Was nice to pair a fun taco with a taco with familiar flavors. Would definitely come back to try some of the others!

    Mayuri A.

    Velvet taco has been my go to ever since I went to the first ever velvet taco in Texas. Their food menu items are so creative and so delicious. My absolute favorite is the Nashville hot tofu taco. I love the slight crunch and slight spiciness of the tofu balanced by crunchy pickles. I also love the chicken tikka taco. Never did I think that rice in a taco would taste good. The beer battered cauliflower is yummy too, I like the southern take on fried cauliflower. The service is very fast usually and I love the fact that you can order, grab your table and chat with your friends while they call out your name when you order is ready. The ambience is very texan with open seating, industrial chairs and tables. Love velvet taco and it is a staple for me, especially on weekends when you need yummy food after a night of drinking.

    Taco combo (chicken & waffle, quesa birria duo, queso)
    Jocelyn H.

    No complaints! I'll be coming here again for sure. I recommend getting the taco combo (2 tacos + side + drink). I tried the chicken & waffle taco (9/10), quesa birria taco (5/10), chimichurri steak (8/10), and kobe smash burger taco (11/10). I also enjoyed the guac and queso with their blue corn tortilla chips. The interior has two floors with plenty of seating and the whole place was clean. I had a great time at Velvet Taco.

    Say What Combo
    Anita P.

    I recommend ordering the say what combo while it's around. It comes with a side, any 2 tacos, and a drink for $15 so you can definetely get a great bang for your buck depending on which tacos you choose. I got the chile shrimp and picnic chicken and really enjoyed it. I also love the Nashville tofu tacos. Though this place isn't super authentic by any means - all the tacos are really fun in terms of combinations and all have been hits to me!

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    My bestie and I came here to refuel while on a bar crawl. The tacos were delicious. Fast friendly service. We will definitely be back.

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    The tacos were delicious. I would definitely come back for the food, but the service wasn't great, and it was very cold inside.

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    The food at this place is awesome!! The sauces on the tacos are AWESOME!! The chicken tikka tacos are a no-brainer.

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