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Tacolicious

Taco Restaurant$$$$
University South, Palo Alto
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    The tacos at Tacolicious is a can't miss
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    Craig V.
    "Cod tacos, free chips & salsa, great bar, big open space."(3 Tips)
    Rali
    "The tuna tostadas and the pork empanadas are amazing"(2 Tips)
    Tom B.
    "Margaritas and Tuna tostadas are super tasty"(11 Tips)
    Jessica J.
    "Love the margaritas and the fish tacos!"(8 Tips)
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  • Ariana F.
    Ariana FaustiniJuly 16, 2013
    They have the best chips and salsa ever (and it's free!). I think they add mint to the salsa among other secret delicious things. Try the sopes with nopales too, good stuff.
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    Elliot ChanceMarch 15, 2016
    Best guacamole ever! Get the plate of 10 tacos and wash it down with some delicious margaritas!
  • Maira
    MairaApril 15, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Amaze-balls! Cocktails? Try the mucho gusto, the pasion (saying it with an accent is more fun) and the rest of the chupitos? Heaven in your mouth. What makes everything taste even better? The staff!
  • Stefania P.
    Stefania PomponiMay 3, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Just make sure you don't get seated in the Drunk Waitress's section. All the food needs more flavor or at least a hefty dose of salt, but the drinks (esp the Paloma and michelada) are near perfect.
  • Kara M.
    Kara McCainMarch 26, 2013
    The queso is so good...just like back home in Texas. But I'm pretty sure it's Velveeta so if you've never had queso try it once. Just know it *should be* real cheese.
  • Kevin F.
    Kevin FloresNovember 9, 2013
    Surprised by the mix of reviews - I had variety of tacos with friends and thought all were decent, especially the fish tacos. We did the 10 taco deal + a few extra.
  • Catherine C.heart icon on user image
    Catherine CohenSeptember 3, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Best fish tacos I've ever had. And the queso dip is so good you want to drink it out of the bowl
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    BrittanyAugust 23, 2014
    Mushroom empanada is excellent, to die for, and fluffy yet crispy... when made to order
  • Michael H.
    Michael HousewrightApril 23, 2013
    The canned beer is not cold enough so get a draft. El Jimador silver Tequila is a great deal as part of the shot, taco, and beer special. It is not quite home, but not bad. A bit pricey
  • Bence F.
    Bence FaludiNovember 4, 2017
    Enjoyed the food here, however the music was extremely loud and it was impossible to talk - there is no point to go here and have a dinner with your friends without a conversation.
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    Ryan StensonApril 10, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Fish tacos are awesome (all are good). Chips are oily, salty, and irresistible. Margherita pitchers also a great idea!
  • Tom M.
    Tom M.February 22, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The fried cod tacos are amazing and the selection of tequila and whiskey is really good (likely best in town).
  • T Z.heart icon on user image
    T ZAugust 22, 2015
    Good: Chili Con Queso. Eh: Guacamole, cod tacos, short rib tacos
  • Cora D.heart icon on user image
    Cora De JesusMarch 4, 2015
    Never had nopales (cactus) before, but tried them here for the first time and loved it!
  • Theodore H.heart icon on user image
    Theodore HuffNovember 12, 2014
    The three sauces brought out with tacos are a great touch. Yellow is fire! Super tasty!
  • ᴡ D.
    ᴡ DiazJuly 25, 2020
    The “made-to-order guacamole” here is SO DELICIOUS, no onions, or if any none seeing!!!
  • Layne J.
    Layne JFebruary 23, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Faves : Drink-Tickle me Telmo. Appetizer-Queso. Taco-Rock Cod. Runner up taco: Carnitas. Everything here is perfection.
  • Craig V.heart icon on user image
    Craig VillamorOctober 31, 2019
    Cod tacos, free chips & salsa, great bar, big open space.
  • Keith S.heart icon on user image
    Keith SmithDecember 17, 2015
    Loved the butternut squash and kale taco!
  • Christina C.heart icon on user image
    Christina C.April 12, 2015
    Kids meals are fabulous! Carnitas and margaritas for mama.
  • Nadyne R.heart icon on user image
    Nadyne RichmondMay 21, 2015
    Chile con queso is bland. Salsas great. Chipotle tacos are okay. Margaritas are excellent. Good for happy hour.
  • Jean L.heart icon on user image
    Jean LApril 1, 2015
    Great margs and the chips are super fresh.
  • John L.heart icon on user image
    John LazarApril 30, 2019
    Kale salad and any of the taco samplers during happy hour
  • Jessica J.
    Jessica JordanNovember 25, 2013
    Favorite restaurant in Palo Alto! Love the margaritas and the fish tacos!
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    PiperMay 4, 2018
    The happy hour is incredible here.
  • Nicholas B.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas BowersSeptember 21, 2018
    Tacos are very generously portioned and tasty. There are better tacos out there, but not around here.
  • Rachel R.heart icon on user image
    Rachel RothJanuary 28, 2018
    They have a great room for private events!
  • Brittany M.heart icon on user image
    Brittany MederosSeptember 11, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Great tacos and empanadas. A SF Bay Area staple.
  • Spencer W.heart icon on user image
    Spencer WiseAugust 7, 2014
    These little tacos are a bit pricey but a lot tasty!
  • Kevin D.
    Kevin DuffieldJune 2, 2014
    I feel like the SF location has better food and the taco selection is different.
  • Clement P.heart icon on user image
    Clement PangJanuary 17, 2015
    Great tacos (but small), service slow for Friday lunch
  • Douglas G.heart icon on user image
    Douglas GrayApril 15, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Pastrami taco was great, should have ordered more.
  • Nallely G.
    Nallely GomezApril 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Best Chorizo tacos in the area!!
  • Jennifer K.
    Jennifer KoMay 28, 2013
    Happy Hour 3-6pm daily. T-lish price fixe: taco, shot & a beer $10!
  • Liz D.
    Liz DellJuly 30, 2013
    Carnitas taco and the magarita picante are winners!
  • Karlaheart icon on user image
    KarlaAugust 24, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Split 10 tacos between 3 people for $33... Delicious!
  • Rali
    RaliMay 19, 2013
    The tuna tostadas and the pork empanadas are amazing
  • Jodie L.
    Jodie LuidhardtMarch 18, 2013
    Fun atmosphere! Dee-licious margaritas, Filet tacos not so great..
  • Salim M.
    Salim MithaAugust 9, 2014
    This...is....the....LOUDEST....place.....on.... Earth. Chicken tacos are good. Cod- not so much.
  • Kat D.
    Kat DuncanApril 15, 2013
    +1 for Purse hooks under the bar and at the highboy tables along the wall.
  • Benni P.heart icon on user image
    Benni PrinzJanuary 7, 2016
    Same as the one in San Francisco! Tacos are great
  • Brian B.heart icon on user image
    Brian BulkowskiMarch 6, 2013
    Nice atmosphere, but if you want a taco, drive up to RWC and hit an El Grullense - three bucks cheaper and much tastier!
  • Danyel S.
    Danyel SmithSeptember 15, 2013
    the tacos are generic. the wifi is fantastic.
  • Arturo G.
    Arturo GarridoApril 15, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    I come for thei Papas and Chorizo tacos. Deliciosos!
  • Diana M.
    Diana MMarch 2, 2013
    Carnitas tacos were very dry, get the fish or the chile braised beef instead.
  • Dylan H.heart icon on user image
    Dylan HarringtonSeptember 24, 2016
    Good for drinks and atmosphere. The food is solid but not amazing.
  • Tom B.heart icon on user image
    Tom BatesAugust 20, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Margaritas and Tuna tostadas are super tasty
  • Neda N.
    Neda NavabApril 6, 2013
    btw all the tacos, chx tacos are the best!
  • Paull Y.heart icon on user image
    Paull YoungJanuary 30, 2015
    The Mad Koala cocktail is a MUST
  • Brennan D.
    Brennan DeganSeptember 6, 2014
    Tacos come in groups of 1,4, and 10.
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