David K.
Google
I don’t normally leave harsh reviews, but my experience with Rusty Taco made me dig deeper into what can only be described as a disaster pretending to be a restaurant.
Let’s start with management — because that’s where the real problem lies. The upper management at Rusty Taco is, quite frankly, horrible. According to a plethora of articles, they recently fired their employees and gave them only a two-day notice, leaving people completely blindsided. No respect, no compassion, no attempt to communicate or do right by the team that helped build their business. That kind of treatment reveals exactly what this company is behind the scenes — indifferent, unfeeling, and reflected perfectly in the quality of their food.
As for the restaurant itself, the food absolutely does not justify the prices. The tacos are mediocre at best — dry tortillas, bland fillings, and tiny portions for what they charge. It is almost insulting how little effort goes into the quality considering how expensive everything is. When you’re paying premium prices, you expect fresh ingredients and consistent flavors, not something that tastes like it was made in the dumpster.
The vibe of the place could have potential, but it just feels soulless — like management stripped away everything that makes a restaurant fun or welcoming. You can feel the lack of care from the top down.
Rusty Taco’s leadership seems focused on cutting corners rather than creating a good product or supporting their people. It’s honestly disappointing to see a brand treat both customers and employees this way. Until there’s a serious change in how this company is run, I wouldn’t recommend Rusty Taco to anyone.
If you want real tacos in Atlanta — flavorful, authentic, and made by people who actually care — go to Rreal Tacos or El Tesoro instead. Both deliver better food, better service, and actually seem to value humanity.