Asador at Las Perlas

"Bars and food trucks are a tried-and-true Austin combination. The best downtown iteration of this can be found near Red River with mezcal bar Las Perlas and taco truck Asador. Taco takeout orders can be placed online; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas." - Nadia Chaudhury

"When you’re drunk at a bar downtown, all tacos are good tacos. And for that reason, we had to make a follow-up visit to Asador after we woke up the next morning reminiscing on dreams of crispy, griddled brisket tacos. There are three locations downtown—Buford’s, Las Perlas, and on Rainey—so the tacos here clearly cater to a post-bar clientele. But we can confirm after an evening of nothing but Topo Chicos that they live up to our memories. They’re far better than they need to be, and for that we’re extremely grateful. What to get: Brisket taco; Grilled chicken taco " - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion

"After the taco truck’s opening in 2018, it quickly grew to a total of three locations throughout downtown Austin — and for a good reason. The meats are juicy (the brisket with smoked chile morita and black sesame is a favorite) and the vegetables are delightful (the cauliflower is wonderful). Of the three locations attached to bars, the original truck parked in the back of East Seventh Street mezcal bar Las Perlas makes for a good combination. Hours vary but typically include lunch and dinner services. Takeout orders can be placed online or in person; all locations offer indoor and outdoor seating." - Nadia Chaudhury