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Fort Worth's 5 top sources for budget-friendly tacos

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Published on January 27, 2020
Fort Worth's 5 top sources for budget-friendly tacosPhoto: Rusty Taco/Yelp

Looking to sample the finest tacos around town, without emptying your wallet?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the most excellent destinations for affordable tacos in Fort Worth, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.

1. Velvet Taco

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Topping the list is an outpost of the chain Velvet Taco. Located at 2700 W. Seventh St. in Linwood, the New American joint, which offers tacos, breakfast, brunch and more, is the highest-rated source for low-cost tacos in Fort Worth, boasting 4.5 stars out of 967 reviews on Yelp.

Yelper Tracy G., who reviewed Velvet Taco on Jan. 22, wrote, "These tacos are simply the best. I love the variety of choices. Also, I love the lettuce wrap option on all tacos — so fresh — so great."

Rachel G. added, "This place is super trendy! ... So many different flavors and they are all good. Tacos are a little bigger than traditional taco size, so very filling!"

2. Torchy's Tacos

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Next up is a location of the Torchy's Tacos chain, situated at 928 Northton St. With four stars out of 631 reviews on Yelp, the Tex-Mex eatery, which specializes in tacos, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an economical option.

"Love love love this taco spot, with the best queso we have ever had," wrote Yelper Karen S., who reviewed Torchy's Tacos on May 29. "It's inexpensive, and their tacos are big portions and very filling. There are various types of tacos, including lots of vegetarian options. If you like a spicy hot sauce to add, ask for the diablo hot sauce."

Yelper Victoria S. noted, "The tacos are delicious! I tried the brisket taco and the fried shrimp taco with deep-fried avocado on top."

3. Mariachi's Dine-In

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United Riverside's Mariachi's Dine-In, settled at 301 S. Sylvania, is another primo choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive dining establishment, which serves tacos, vegan fare and more, 4.5 stars out of 95 reviews. 

In regards to the business' signature items, "We have a full traditional menu and dedicated vegan menu, we have something for all Mariachis," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, omni, gluten-free, dairy-free or many others, we have something for you."

4. Salsa Limón

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Salsa Limón, a bar and Mexican cafe that provides breakfast, brunch, tacos and more, is another reasonably priced go-to, with four stars out of 137 Yelp reviews. Head over to 550 Throckmorton St. to try it out for yourself. 

If you're hungry for more information, we found these details about Salsa Limón.

"Salsa Limón is utterly committed to serving unapologetically Mexico City-style tacos," touts the business' Yelp bio in the section highlighting specialties. "[We are] pushing the limits of quality and flavor to the highest levels. Call us a taco cult, call us los chilangos, call us the finest professional taqueria."

5. Rusty Taco

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Finally, check out this location of the popular chain Rusty Taco over in Ridglea North, which has earned four stars out of 93 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the budget-friendly Tex-Mex restaurant, which is known for its tacos, by heading over to 3206 Winthrop Ave.

According to the business' Yelp page, "Rusty Taco is a distinctive fast casual taco concept, inspired by fun and adventure," it notes in the section highlighting specialties. "Our menu features a variety of tasty tacos at an affordable price in a lively and welcoming environment. Each taco is handmade fresh and fast in our open kitchen, using ingredients made from scratch."


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