Velvet Taco — tacos in San Antonio, TX

Velvet Taco

4.6· 1,203 Google reviews·$$·Tobin Hill

Velvet Taco is a San Antonio, TX taco spot in the Tobin Hill area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.6★ rating across 1,203 Google reviews.

Rating
4.6
Loved by locals
Reviews
1,203
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 Tobin Hill, San Antonio
  • •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
Tobin Hill, San Antonio
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 103 W Grayson St, San Antonio, TX 78212, USA, in the Tobin Hill neighborhood of San Antonio, Texas.

Is Velvet Taco good?+

Velvet Taco has a 4.6★ average across 1,203 Google reviews — loved by locals by San Antonio taco standards.

How expensive is Velvet Taco?+

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

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