Velvet Taco — tacos in Dallas, TX

Velvet Taco

4.6· 6,776 Google reviews·$$·Old East Dallas

Velvet Taco is a Dallas, TX taco spot in the Old East Dallas area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.6★ rating across 6,776 Google reviews.

Rating
4.6
Loved by locals
Reviews
6,776
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 Old East Dallas, Dallas
  • •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
Old East Dallas, Dallas
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Velvet Taco serve?+

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

Where is Velvet Taco located?+

Velvet Taco is at 2556 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226, USA, in the Old East Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, Texas.

Is Velvet Taco good?+

Velvet Taco has a 4.6★ average across 6,776 Google reviews — loved by locals by Dallas taco standards.

How expensive is Velvet Taco?+

Velvet Taco sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Dallas taquería.

Taco Love Feed

Community posts · separate from Google
Log in to share a taco moment. A photo is required for every post.
🌮

Be the first Taco Lover to post what you ordered here.

Share a photo and a quick take — help the next taco hunter pick a winner.

  • • What taco did you order?
  • • Was the salsa worth it?
  • • Would you bring a friend?
  • • Best time to go?
Log in to post

More in Dallas

Chilangos Tacos — tacos in Dallas, TX

Chilangos Tacos

4.7

Far North Dallas, Dallas · $ · 2,842 reviews

View Taco Joint

Looking for tacos in Dallas?

Velvet Taco is one of many great taco spots in Dallas, Texas. Browse the full guide to Dallas taco joints, including more options near Old East Dallas, or map a weekend taco road trip across the region.

Explore more