In a quiet corner of a northwest Dallas strip mall, Tacos El Metro is quickly becoming the place people point to when they get into serious arguments about where to find real-deal Mexico City tacos. The draw is straightforward but potent: Mexico City-style street tacos, whole-pig feasts, and a relaxed, family-friendly bar that feels more hangout than hotspot. It is the long-awaited passion project of Mexico City native Sergio Quijano, who now runs the taqueria with chef Michael Garcia. Since opening in spring 2024, early diners and local critics have zeroed in on the menu’s simple, tightly executed lineup.
Local Roots, Big Flavors
Quijano spent years working in other people’s kitchens before finally putting his own name on the door. “After years of working for other people, I wanted something I could call my own and take pride in what I created,” he said, as reported by CW33. The name El Metro nods both to the Mexico City subway and to his first job at Dulcería El Metro, a candy shop, a bit of personal history that shows up in the taqueria’s homestyle, no-fuss approach.
What To Order
The menu leans hard into Mexico City flavors: al pastor shaved from a trompo, saucy chicken tinga, barbacoa paired with rich consomé and, for parties and catering, a sometimes-roasted whole pig. As noted by D Magazine, the al pastor already ranks among the city’s best, and the team brings in tortillas from Tortillería El Maizal to keep the flavors firmly grounded in tradition.
How It Came Together
Tacos El Metro officially opened in April 2024, but it did not arrive out of nowhere. Quijano and chef Michael Garcia spent time testing recipes through pop-ups and private dinners before committing to a full brick-and-mortar shop. People Newspapers reports that Quijano recruited Garcia from Barsotti’s restaurants and that family members and early investors were closely involved in tasting and tightening the menu before the doors opened.
Practical Details
According to the restaurant’s website, Tacos El Metro sits at 3720 Walnut Hill Lane #117 in northwest Dallas. The listed phone number is (214) 434-1237, and while regular hours are posted online, they can shift, so a quick check before heading over is a good idea. The team keeps a standard service schedule but may tweak it for holidays or private events.
Where It Fits In Dallas
Local food watchers say Tacos El Metro fills a gap in the city’s taco scene, offering Mexico City-style tacos alongside thoughtful cocktails and a comfortable, linger-friendly dining room. Axios Dallas tagged it as an affordable, high-flavor addition to northwest Dallas and singled out the al pastor and chicken tinga. The Infatuation has pointed diners toward the tortas and quesadillas, calling them reliable crowd-pleasers for groups who want to share a spread.
