Calaveras JC — tacos in Johnson City, TN

Calaveras JC

4.9· 160 Google reviews·$

Calaveras JC is a Johnson City, TN taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.9★ rating across 160 Google reviews.

Rating
4.9
Loved by locals
Reviews
160
Google reviews
Price
$
Cheap eats
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Quick biteGroup dinner

Why people love this place

  • Highly rated by locals
  • Affordable, everyday pricing
  • Good for casual tacos
  • Located in Johnson City, TN
  • Plenty of community reviews

Order like a local

  • Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
  • Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Casual taquería
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cash recommended

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Calaveras JC serve?+

Calaveras JC is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is Calaveras JC located?+

Calaveras JC is at 503 Princeton Rd E, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Is Calaveras JC good?+

Calaveras JC has a 4.9★ average across 160 Google reviews — loved by locals by Johnson City taco standards.

How expensive is Calaveras JC?+

Calaveras JC sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Johnson City taquería.

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