Velvet Taco
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.
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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.
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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.
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