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(512) 444-0261
2529 S Lamar Blvd
Austin,
TX
78704
30.246424
-97.778338
Neighborhoods: South Lamar, South Lamar
Price:
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Taco Xpress
Last updated 8.18.09
What People Are Saying About Maria's Taco Xpress
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – It's small, with some tables, bar stools, counter and outdoor patio. The interior mixes Mexican folk art with graffiti left by local musicians like Charlie Sexton, Marcia Ball and Delbert McClinton. Overstuffed breakfast tacos and migas--with tomatoes, cheese, jalapenos and homemade corn tortillas--are hard to beat. Vegetarian options are a house specialty and include enchiladas de la casa--thick corn tortillas with green beans, eggplant, mushrooms, squash, green peppers and cheddar cheese.
08/06/09
Cool Atmosphere - Disappointing Food
by PaddyMcP at Citysearch
I stopped in for a quick lunch on a Thursday afternoon. It has a really nice looking patio for live music, but no one was out there since it was so hot. Inside, really cool, hip decor. I was expecting a great lunch!
But then my food came. The "El Pastor" taco was OK (pork), but somewhat bland. The Carne Guisada taco was overcooked and had too much raw onion on it. The food was edible, but I wouldn't say it was enjoyable.
I'm sure on a cooler day, it would be a great spot to toss back a couple cold beers and listen to live music. But don't come here if you're looking for a good meal.
- Pros: Nice looking patio, cool dining area
- Cons: Food is.. not good
11/13/08
Fun atmosphere, below average food.
by Sunson1 at Citysearch
I recently moved to South Austin from Atlanta and drove by this place many times. It looked fun and saw the parking lot over crowded during the weekday which tells me that the food is cheap and good. The place is fun and easy but the food is cheap (in value) and cheap (in quality). Oh well, there seems to be a million other taco places to try!
08/24/08
Would vote 4 stars for atmosphere, only 3 for food..
by ohyeahlach at Citysearch
What a fun place... took the fam here for breakfast tacos on a Sunday. Live folky band was strange to be at a mexican restaurant but they were really fun. We waited a really long time for our food after waiting in line to order (which actually goes quickly). They messed up our order but it wasn't a big deal since you expect that on a busy day. But the food itself just wasn't that tasty. We ordered a variety of tacos and they were under seasoned. Fajita taco was terrible, dry and no taste without peppers. After adding sauces we could Dr them up fine but should you have to?
Would come back and try lunch or dinner... people are so nice in there and the entertainment was nothing short of amusing.
- Pros: Location, fun establishment, entertainment, fun people watching
- Cons: food just ok, long wait for food
The Details on Maria's Taco Xpress
Save Money:
Happy hour runs from 3pm to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday.
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Payment Methods:
Cash
Restaurant Special Features:
Breakfast, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Live Music, Cheap Eats
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Smoking Permitted:
On the patio
