Hungry for Mexican food, but don't want to empty your wallet?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the most exceptional sources for affordable Mexican cuisine around Fort Worth, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to venture when cravings strike on a budget.
1. Mariachi's Dine-In
Topping the list is Mariachi's Dine-In. Located at 301 S. Sylvania in United Riverside, the dining establishment, which offers tacos, vegan options and more, is the highest-rated destination for low-cost Mexican fare in Fort Worth, boasting 4.5 stars out of 103 reviews on Yelp.
"Our business makes hospitality our priority," the business states on its Yelp bio in the section highlighting specialties. "We have a full traditional menu and dedicated vegan menu. We have something for all Mariachis. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, omni, gluten-free, dairy-free or many others, we have something for you."
2. Velvet Taco
Next up is Linwood's outpost of the well-known chain Velvet Taco, situated at 2700 W. Seventh St. With 4.5 stars out of 989 reviews on Yelp, the New American and Tex-Mex joint, serving tacos, breakfast, brunch and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.
Yelper Treace M., who reviewed Velvet Taco on April 29, wrote, "Their tacos are overly filled with all the goodness you want. It's like [they're] personally doing a quality check on every taco coming out. So good. I really feel I'm getting my money's worth here."
And Yelper Megan G. added, "This is a pretty good stop for tacos. I ordered the chicken and waffles taco. It was really good. Overall, a good place for unconventional tacos."
3. Austin City Taco Co.
Arlington Heights' Austin City Taco Co., settled at 517 University Drive, is another superior choice, with Yelpers giving the economical Mexican eatery, which is known for its tacos, barbecue, breakfast, brunch and more, 3.5 stars out of 110 reviews.
According to the history section of the business' Yelp profile, "Austin City Taco Co. brings a down-to-earth Austin vibe to Fort Worth with a focus on quality and simplicity. The Austin brand has been cultivated by decades of live music, food trucks, barbecue, tacos, festivals, Matthew McConaughey, tech startups and Longhorn football."
Regarding specialties, "Our restaurant is known for its high-quality yet straightforward menu, including 12-hour in-house oak-smoked certified Angus beef brisket tacos. The menu offers 20 signature tacos, house-made sauces, Cheat Day! queso, guacamole, perfect soft serve ice cream and a large selection of beverages."
4. Los Taco H's
Last but not least, there's Los Taco H's, a budget-friendly Mexican cafe, with 4.5 stars out of 84 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2108 E. Rosedale St. to give it a go for yourself.
"We're an authentic Mexico City taqueria that specializes in delicious tacos, tortas, alambre, and handmade quesadillas," touts the history section of the business' Yelp profile.
As far as signature items are concerned, "We're not just your typical taco window — we're a full-fledged taqueria with a gorgeous interior and plenty of space to hang out," it continues on Yelp in the specialty section. "Grab a friend for lunch and enjoy some of our most popular dishes, like our house alambre or our al pastor quesadilla. We like to stay true to our roots, and that's why we hand-make almost everything with classic corn tortillas."
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