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Taco Restaurant and Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Rosedale, Austin
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"The Jess Special for breakfast is my favorite taco here."(12 Tips)"Lunch, it's all about the Cowboy Taco or the Papadulce!"(7 Tips)
"only have eyes for the Dona sauce"(8 Tips)
"Their breakfast tacos and salsas are amazing."(14 Tips)
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- Austin ChronicleOctober 29, 2013Tacodeli: Where mashed potatoes meet the breakfast taco and make happy nom-nom sounds in our belly. The salsa bar's a nice touch, but we only have eyes for the Dona sauce, that fiery minx.
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The Otto is awesome! The Doña sauce is fantastic, but not for the faint of heart. It's spicy enough that when I'm feeling stuffed up, I opt for that over decongestants. It's a delicious alternativeUpvote4Downvote
Ignore the person who said there aren't vegetarian protein options. Beans, eggs, cheese, & more. Not vegan, but definitely vegetarian. Also 3-4 kinds of fish, plus shrimp & scallops for pescatarians.Upvote1Downvote
Amazing bfast tacos: the Otto (add pico) and vaquero (add bacon, guac) are perfection. Get houndstooth next door.
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Serious EatsMarch 5, 2013The Tacoloco, filled with brisket braised until fall apart-soft in adobo sauce, then topped with guacamole, cilantro, queso, is a shining star in this menu and definitely worth trying.Upvote10Downvote- Serious EatsMarch 7, 2013Akaushi Picadillo Taco: All ground beef tacos should model themselves after this one. HeartBrand Ranch ground Akaushi beef is aggressively seasoned with garlic, and caramelized onions add sweetness.UpvoteDownvote
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014The Deli Belly (available on Wednesdays and Saturdays only) is a $4 marvel of slow-braised pork belly, sliced then crisped, topped with cilantro and onions on a flour tortilla. Read moreUpvoteDownvote- Serious EatsFebruary 19, 2013Our faves: Akaushi Picadillo, Carne Asada , El Conquistador,Tacoloco, Fish Taco, Papadulce, The Heather, Freakin' Vegan, Space Cowboy, VaqueroThe Jess SpecialUpvote1Downvote
What's not to love? The local ingredients and amazing flavors make for a mega party in your mouth. I haven't tried something that I didn't like here. It also helps that every employee here is awesome.UpvoteDownvote
Jackie MannSeptember 15, 2016I had lunch here and it was amazing. I'm planning on coming back for the breakfast menu, too.
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Ana Marie 💃March 24, 2015Fresh ingredients, the best sauces, amazing breakfast tacos...please open a spot in NY prontoUpvote1Downvote
Brook ShelleyAugust 8, 2014This is the affluent, white person version of the breakfast taco. It's good, but this place is very busy and closes earlyUpvote1Downvote
Saumitra VaidyaAugust 24, 2015Everything is just great. Their tacos taste fresh and perfectly balanced.Upvote1Downvote
DavidDecember 28, 2014Can't go wrong with the Otto and Cowboy. Go next door while you wait, to get a good cup of coffee.
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favorite tacos are the guasabi tuna (guac, wasabi!) and the ceviche yucatan. Make sure you add some doña hot sauce to any of your tacos!UpvoteDownvote
the best tacos in Austin - go on Wednesdays or Saturdays for these pork belly tacos
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Brendan LewisOctober 13, 2015There is no other breakfast taco than the Jess Special. The Jess Special is the only breakfast taco. Bow to the supremacy of the Jess SpecialUpvoteDownvote
Teresa PhamAugust 6, 2014Definitely try the el conquistador if you like pork and add some green dona salsa from their salsa bar.
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Brian Van PeskiOctober 17, 2011Excellent tacos w/ plenty of vegetarian options. Vegans - Go for the Florentino, Veggie Taco, and Freakin Vegan. All are amazing and delicious.Upvote1Downvote
Chris HintonJanuary 23, 2016Best breakfast tacos I've ever had. Try a Vaquero and add the Habanero sauce to really wake you up.UpvoteDownvote
Seriously, just throw a dart blindly at the menu. Can't really go wrong with much here. I'm partial to anything with mole and the agua frescas.Upvote3Downvote
The jess and the Otto are my staple breakfast tacos. Come early if you want to have a seat.UpvoteDownvote
Sit on the patio to watch the countless idiots ignore the Do Not Enter signs to drive the wrong way on a One-Way and laugh as they get mad at the on coming drivers who are obeying the One-Way.UpvoteDownvote
If you call ahead, there isn't usually a long wait! The Otto and the Jess special are my favorite.UpvoteDownvote
Donald LipinskiJuly 5, 2015This place is ma' jam sesh! We been getting papas, avocado, and cheese, no egg, on corn. Awesome!
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@HungryEditor Ben SetiawanMay 20, 2013Hard to order something bad here, but my favorites are the Otto (breakfast & weekends), Cowboy & Akaushi Picadillo tacos.UpvoteDownvote
Curt Simon HarlinghausenMarch 14, 2013A must try is the guacamole :) a little bit spicy. But just right
Upvote3Downvote- For breakfast get the Jess Special. Lunch, it's all about the Cowboy Taco or the Papadulce!UpvoteDownvote
Tierney O'DeaMarch 14, 2012Dona sauce. It's not a cream or avocado salsa, it's roasted garlic pulverized with peppers. It is awesome and you should eat it.Upvote2Downvote
Pearson - Always LearningFebruary 28, 2014More breakfast tacos...north but so very worth it. Super fresh ingredients. Dona Sauce...SPICY!Upvote1Downvote
Call ahead and pick up your order by entering the restaurant through the side door. It'll be ready by the time you get there.UpvoteDownvote
Otto and black cherry Maine Root soda - breakfast of champions! Don't forget the doña sauce!UpvoteDownvote
Don't forget to get a VIP card and use it. It's worth it! Free tacos, FTW.UpvoteDownvote- Y BJanuary 27, 2012You cannot go wrong with the Frontero Fundito. This place is as Austin as it gets. Completely home-grown and authentic.UpvoteDownvote
JoycottApril 16, 2014Earth Day is a great day for kickass tacos. 5% of your total check goes to support eco-friendly causes.UpvoteDownvote
MorryJune 13, 2014On the weekends grab some breakfast tacos for lunch. Cheap with great ingredients.UpvoteDownvote
Mmmm.... Love me some puréed papas on my tacos. Love the heather and bean, cheese and papa tacos. Top off with their dona sauce.Upvote3Downvote
If you're into pork, try the 'El Conquistador' - Incredible!Upvote2Downvote
Fantastico, but the to-go tacos always seem much smaller than those eaten in house.UpvoteDownvote
- The Jess Special for breakfast is my favorite taco here.UpvoteDownvote
Delicious tacos and very friendly staff.UpvoteDownvote
I always tip for call in / take out because they never mess up my order and it's ready super fast. Vegan and pescatarian options.UpvoteDownvote- The El Conquistador is my favorite! Incredible!UpvoteDownvote
Ron MadrizJanuary 17, 2012Ask for a Cochinita Pibil Torta. It's not on the menu but they serve it in a taco so its available :)UpvoteDownvote
Taco loco is awesome, habenero salsa is spicy but greatUpvote1Downvote
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(512) 419-1900
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Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
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