Chivo Taqueria — tacos in Knoxville, TN

Chivo Taqueria

4.5· 1,826 Google reviews·$$·Downtown

Chivo Taqueria is a Knoxville, TN taco spot in the Downtown area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 1,826 Google reviews.

Rating
4.5
Loved by locals
Reviews
1,826
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Downtown, Knoxville
  • •Strong Google review volume

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.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Neighborhood
Downtown, Knoxville
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Chivo Taqueria serve?+

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

Where is Chivo Taqueria located?+

Chivo Taqueria is at 314 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA, in the Downtown neighborhood of Knoxville, Tennessee.

Is Chivo Taqueria good?+

Chivo Taqueria has a 4.5★ average across 1,826 Google reviews — loved by locals by Knoxville taco standards.

How expensive is Chivo Taqueria?+

Chivo Taqueria sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Knoxville taquería.

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