Mary Kate E.
Yelp
I have visited several times at this point. I came here for a Yelp event and dining in on my own. There are a lot of pros and cons to Ladybird Taco, and I realize that as I say this now, not everyone will share my same opinion.
Ladybird Taco is a place for people to dine in with friends, bring their kids for a bite, grab a quick lunch to-go when they're on the run, and also for people who want to work on their laptops when they don't want to be in a normal coffee shop. It is a multifaceted place. It is excellent that the space is so functional for all varying purposes. You wouldn't see me try and work on my laptop in a lot of different places, and though I have tried here, it was not a good idea for me.
One of the good things about Ladybird that one can immediately recognize is that the food is delicious. I have never had any issues with the food. I have had problems with them screwing up my order on more than one occasion. It can be overwhelming when there is a line out the door, and you have a tiny space for people to stand around. Cutting through the crowd to let them know they screwed up your order also overwhelmed the cashier, trying to recover from the mishap. They are always nice to fix it, but it has happened more than I'd care to admit. Either way, customer service is always nice and attentive to the needs of their customers.
The downside to Ladybird Taco has to be the crowds and wait time to get your order, even when it is a small order. Due to its popularity, it is always packed and packed to the gills. The last time I was here, a mom parked her stroller at one of the tables outside before she had even ordered to claim it. I understand claiming a seat so you have a place to occupy once you place your order, but I think it is irresponsible to leave your stroller unoccupied with your child asleep while you place an order just to save a spot. Ma'am, take your kid in with you and forfeit that you won't have a table outside. Do people feel really safe around here to just leave their kids unattended? I guess so.
Aside from that one incident, kids are often here, and I wouldn't say I like visiting places packed with kids. I don't have kids, and I don't want to listen to your kids carry on, cry, and run amok because you think it is cute to let your kids have free range of the place. I understand if you would do it if we were at a McDonald's playground, but we aren't. Keep your kids from running amok in an already cramped place. This is especially applicable on the weekends. It is not cramped when it is not busy, but they are always full. I commend them for being active; this is a good thing for them and keeps them in business! I am all about a thriving business! Ladybird is never short of business.
Now that I am done with my tangent, I am more inclined to order to-go for future orders than to mess with dine-in. It just isn't worth the stress and noise level for me to dine in. They offer tacos, coffee, and an array of options. I do love their food and customer service, just not the kid-filled clientele and the claustrophobia that comes with being in line. I guess crowds and post covid PTSD is real.