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Torchy's Tacos
Taco Restaurant$$$$
University Place, Houston
"Order the Democrat Taco (Barbacoa) Crossroads Taco (Brisket)."(5 Tips)
"Personal favorite: Brushfire and independent"(3 Tips)
"Mr Pink Taco and the Crossroads Taco are both excellent."(3 Tips)
"The Baja shrimp tacos are a must have."(3 Tips)
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- PAUL JACKMANJuly 16, 2013Mr Pink Taco and the Crossroads Taco are both excellent. So is the queso and the Fried Avacado taco. You might as well order 1 of everything! But it woukd take you about 20 visits.
Josh FerraraSeptember 6, 2013FIRST: Get the queso, it's literally the best you've ever had. (The guac) is also great. Then, tacos! The Crossroads is awesome, order the Trailer Park (Brittany Spears style!), and then Mr. Pink!
Kailyn LogginsMarch 10, 2015The Trailer Park (make sure to get it trashy) & the chicken fajita tacos were enough to satisfy my taste buds. Two are enough to fill you, but I can assure you that you are going to want more!
John CassilloApril 21, 2018I love all Torchy's locations. Can't go wrong with any of the tacos on the menu, and the salsa is delicious (so definitely order some chips).
Better than the Westheimer location, and the hype seems to have passed so long lines out the door only happen on the weekend if ever. The green chile queso is a must while waiting for your tacos.- Patrick HaleyAugust 21, 2014The chips and queso here is delicious, but google Torchy's Secret Menu to see what really makes this place stand out. The Jack of Clubs is probably the best vegetarian option here.
HardLickHerApril 13, 2019Alabama Shake Taco (Catfish, poblano slaw, Cotija Cheese & Peppadew Peppers): AWESOME 👏🏾
Indre LabaSeptember 22, 2022Such a nice gem! Great recommendations on food by staff. I loved it and would highly recommend 😍😍
Chris ClewellDecember 2, 2013The mr pink was ok but the independent and the street corn are delicious items I think I may have found my new fave food place
Damn. Good. Food. Period. Taco of the month is usually outstanding! Get the Naughty Santa if they have it.
Kelly RufferMarch 9, 2015Favorite taco place I've ever been to. Eclectic tacos, no "typical" sodas, and the queso is to DIE for!!!!
Tarren BlakeFebruary 7, 2015These were seriously the best tacos I've ever had! The Mr. Orange was amazing!
Sofia AnayaOctober 1, 2015Tacos here are AMAZING! "The Independent" and "Fried Avocado" tacos are delicious and vegetarian!
Torchy's is cheap, pretty fast, and great quality. My favorite item is the Republican. Also -- try the various sauces!
Try the Trailer Park Taco and be sure to "get it trashy". The Blueberry Soda is an added bonus! 👍👍
Paola DNovember 6, 2014The tacos and guacamole were worth the 25 minute wait outside! Will definitely be back for more!
Francesca OkolieFebruary 6, 2014Amazing tacos!! I recommend the Baja Shrimp and the Democrat. Both were delicious!!!
Andres ElizondoJanuary 10, 2017Order a Republican and the Baja Shrimp. Always try the sauce pairing.
The best queso I've ever had and the Trailer Park taco is great!
Want seating? And not fighting the crowds of kids and parents you will find on Friday nights? Come after 2 pm on Sundays.
FezJuly 1, 2013Gourmet tacos for the well-heeled. A single taco averaging 4.50! The flavors are deep and distint. Service is friendly.- Sólveig SigurðardóttirSeptember 2, 2015Tacos from heaven! Personal favorite: Brushfire and independent
For some reason this place is a T-Mobile deadzone. No cell signal whatsoever... but it's worth it!
Greta JKApril 27, 2013The diablo sauce here is way hotter here than the Torchy's on Shepherd. Be warned!
Ace of spade. Or just google torchy's secret menu. Have to warn you, this one is twice the size.
David CarrAugust 14, 2014Release a taco of the month on the first of every month. Best tacos in Houston, hands down.
Trailer Park, but get it "Hillbilly Style." It's loaded with lots of good stuff.
IvimtoJune 7, 2014If u sit inside you might not get a signal. This can be a good thing or a bad thing
Arsalan HashemiJanuary 16, 2017The taste is good & prices are moderate, fits for a nice evening snack
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A long time ago, in the bustling town of Austin, Texas, a man named Mike Rypka bought a food trailer and a red Vespa. His dream? To start a taco joint.
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- Mon–Thu
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(713) 487-0067
View menu on https://torchystacos.com/menu
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
No
Parking
Yes
Restroom
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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