Torchy's Tacos

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. Like all great chefs, he filled his first menu with more experiments than meals — and thanks to some trips around town on his Vespa, and overhear...

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    (512) 291-7277

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    torchystacos.com

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  • Type

    Taco Restaurant

Address

4211 Spicewood Springs Rd (at Mesa Dr) Austin , TX 78759 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

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Keywords:

tacos democrat brushfire dirty sanchez fried avocados green chili migas drive thru casual gluten-free food brisket off-menu items street corn jalapeño sausage good for a quick meal fried eggs pork great value good for groups grilled jalapeños
Adam Stallman

Some of the best Tacos in Austin. Breakfast , lunch , or dinner . Green Chili pork can't be beat. Make it trashy! And they add queso . Speaking of queso , don't miss the green chili queso .

Josh A

An Austin required eatery . Get something awesome and slather it in Diablo sauce . Lines can get long but the food is incredible.

Social News Network

I recommend the Baja Shrimp and Green Chili Pulled Pork . Parking is atrocious at this location so be prepared for a hike when coming to eat. And forget about drive-thru during the lunch rush.

Nicole Reinhard

After countless recommendations of being the best place to visit in Austin while visiting; I wild recommend everyone to go there.

Bijoy Goswami

Order online and use the designated online order pickup register for speedy service!

Jennifer Phillips

Not a bad taco on the menu! I go with queso to start, and then either Crossroads, Baja Shrimp , or Green Chile Pork--all on corn tortilla !

Fernando Labastida

These guys have the most original, creative tacos in Austin. No crispy tacos with ground beef here (those aren't even tacos ). Try their Democrat or Republican, or their Green Chile Pork taco , or their

Michael Rodriguez

Everything. Mix and match your favorite tacos . Also try the breakfast tacos too! So good.

Samantha Figueroa

Queso is the best I've ever had!! Also trailer park is the only thing I've gotten. Too good to pass up.

Alexia

Green chile queso is amazing! So is the Trailer Park Trashy.

Robert Gilbreath

Cut the line with online order! Then just smile at all the folks you just skipped over.

Serious Eats

"The Dirty Sanchez is a vegetarian hangover helper that's every bit as sloppy and satisfying as its meatier counterparts."

cosmoalien

My first introduction of Torchys. . I love the vast array of tacos.. very cool spot!:-)

CultureMap Austin

Even if you've been in here ten dozen times, always, always, ALWAYS check out the Taco of the Month. If it doesn't sound appetizing , settle for a Brushfire or Democrat instead, you communist.

Miles Braddock

Try the Crossroads Taco - Really good brisket in this taco .

Ashley Ann Weiler

I am obsessed with the trailer park ... Do yourself a favor and make it trashy! The street corn is new and also amazing!

Anthony DeRico

The Dirty Sanchez and fried avocado tacos and #1 & #2 best choices, respectively. Oh and make sure to have them on flour tortillas .

Bijoy Goswami

Amazing service, great tacos !

Sofia Papastamelos

Get the breakfast tacos and the brisket taco !

Robert Gilbreath

If drive thru is backed up before the ordering board, park and go inside - its typically fast and you might run into someone you know.

Bill Hibbler

August Taco of the Month Looks good. Ask for the Scallywag, coconut breaded shrimp , bacon , jack cheese , pickled onions

Scott Francis

When they have the ace of spades for taco of the month, get it to go! The wrapper keeps it together so u can eat it instead of wearing it.

Charles Williams

Always try the monthly special. It never disappoints!

Erin

A bit pricy , you pay per taco , but there's a lot of filling in each one, plus their delicious and fresh tasting

Jordan Langdon

Democrat ... Republican... Come to a bipartisan compromise and order both. The Trashy Trailer Park is fantastic, too.

Blaine Milner

Google the secret menu before going. The Trailer Park - Hillbilly style is amazing!

Chris Williams

Best Taco place in town . PERIOD! Love the trailer park . Just reguar, not trashy. Queso is FANTASTIC.

Bill Hibbler

One of the best bargains in town . Try the Ranch Hand on flour or corn tortilla . The Diablo sauce rocks! Read more

Steven Collins

Try the Libertarian this month (May 2011). Like libertarianism, it's sooooooo good at first, and then the reality of it leaves you sick to your stomach.

Joshua S.

Love the food, dan good tacos , but damn slow also. Eat here only if you have time to Han a while, NEVER if you are trying to grab a bite on the way to work.

Rondal Scott III

The Democrat is a great choice for a first time visit. Plenty of taste. Not too much risk.

Ryan Gravatt

Get the Roscoe - fried chicken , fried egg , a waffle and a slice of bacon .

Laura 'Ed' Gadd

The Migas breakfast taco is awesome!!!!! For lunch , try the Democrat !

Mark Theunissen

Get anything except the Brush Fire. They seem to always use crunchy, green, unripe mangos which are not at all suitable for eating.

Liz Kogan

The Mr. Pink on corn is good, but the tuna can be dried out sometimes. Go for the trailer park trashy and always skip the drive-thru on weekends... takes too long might as well go in.

Montanna Smith

The Trashy Trailer Park is a staple. Best queso in town .

Sam Kim

Crossroads tacos are amazing!

Aaron McDowell

Don't park at the daycare ! They will tow. The daycare provides the tow truck drivers with the list of people allowed to park there. It is a $200 mistake.

Dianey Sandoval

All you need is the queso and chips ... Trust me...

S. P.

The Baja shrimp taco is amazing! I leave off the cabbage slaw .

Karen

Oh my gosh, the street corn was AMAZING.

Mike Wright

Drive through is worth the wait as long as you show up before noon.

Trenton Barry

The fried avocado with no lettuce and the green chile pork

James Carter

Get a brushfire taco or 2 and have then place a fried avocado ok top of each. Delicious.

Nicole P

the fried avocado taco is a great vegetarian option & very yummy

Paul Trowe

Tip from the mayor: The Mr. Pink taco is it! Seared ahi tuna , rubbed with spices and other amazing toppings all for $4!

Thrillist

Can ya stomach a Dirty Sanchez (scrambled eggs , guacamole , fried poblano chili , escabeche carrots , cheese , poblano ranch sauce )? Check in while driving through and prove it. Read more

Kevin Diaz

If you are in a hurry, order online, and just pickup your order. The online ordering system works well .

David Breshears

March Taco o' the month: Ace of Spades - grilled jalapeno sausage , smoked brisket , fried egg , green chili queso...How can you not love these guys? Read more

Miles Braddock

Try the Baja Shrimp Tacos - It's a burst of heaven in your mouth. So flavorful!

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