Torchy's Tacos

Mexican restaurant · St. Petersburg

Torchy's Tacos

Mexican restaurant · St. Petersburg

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2314 Tyrone Blvd N North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710

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Inventive tacos, fresh flavors, friendly service, great queso  

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+1 727 308 3332
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hailey santos

Google
Today I had an amazing experience at Torchy’s Tacos! The service was excellent. I was referred to the restaurant and assisted by Victoria, who made the visit even better. She was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and helped me choose the democrat and the brush fire! The food was fresh, flavorful, and exceeded my expectations. Victoria’s outstanding customer service truly made my visit special. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending Torchy’s to others!

Shauna Wade

Google
My husband had tried Torchy's while traveling to Houston TX. He was excited to find a Torchy's in FL for all of us to try. Between the three of us, we tried: Decomcrat, Crossroads, and The Hogfather tacos. Beans & rice, street corn, and green chili queso. All well made, even with a couple of picky eaters requesting customizations. Very friendly and prompt customer service. Everything was clean and well maintained. We will be back to try more of the menu!

bailey aidan

Google
Me and my boyfriend went into Torchys today. This was the best experience we’ve had yet! Victoria was very kind and helpful, she made sure we had all of the right sauces and that our food was correct. I got the Baja shrimp fried, it’s SO GOOD!!!! We will definitely be coming back to this place even though we already love it here!

Joe

Google
This place is fantastic. Massive portions, easy atmosphere, and a laid-back bar. Definitely will be back.

Steven Chudzikiewic

Google
From the food to the staff and the manager does an awesome experience always taking care of when I’m there. I love this place. Naughty Santa tacos And hillbilly queso perfection

Xina Stevens

Google
The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Unfortunately, the service didn’t match the quality of the meal. It seemed like our order was forgotten, as several parties who arrived 15–20 minutes after us were served first. While staff apologized and mentioned a manager would speak with us to make things right, no one ever followed up. After such a long wait, we just finished our meal and left. Great food, but be prepared to roll the dice on the experience.

Jay Hall

Google
I got the Republican which is a beef brisket taco and I got a chicken taco that has a big juicy tender on it! That chicken taco was soooo good. I would recommend this place!

Fresh Connection

Google
First time here. They recommend the chips and queso ( half order). And blew my socks off….or should I say sandals …. Great place!
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Joe H.

Yelp
Absolutely phenomenal food, service, atmosphere. My girl and I have been here twice now and both visits photos are included. Both visits the food has been perfect, couldn't ask for better tasting food; plus there's so many options on their menu! Grace has been our bartender on both visits and we love hanging out with her during our visits. Between the food and the amazing service, we will absolutely make our visits more frequent.
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Rachael G.

Yelp
If you like spicey food, this place is for you! Sorry torchy but the queso was not very cheesy tasting and I did not care for the style of salsa. I WILL be dreaming about the brush fire taco though...the chicken marinade was absolutely amazing! Everything is made to order and very fresh and they bring it out to you and clean your table. Reminds me of Fuzzys tacos. Do yourself a favor and get the churros...omg warm and they come with a caramel sauce!
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Penny T.

Yelp
I guess I should write a review since we had dinner here 2 nights in a row because we had rebuilding/remodeling decisions to make nearby. First time we stopped in and we definitely liked it because we stopped in again the next night. First night I was super hungry so I ordered the fajita taco and the salmon one (forgot name). They were both very tasty even if they appeared on the small side. They were filling for me. My husband had the crossroads (he had a big lunch earlier) and loved it! Next night I tried the jerk chicken one (forgot name) and husband had 2 Crossroads...suffice to say he loves that one. Our tacos again were very good. Service was great both nights. I wish they offered hard shell tacos (why I took off one star). I do like that you can have your taco on flour or corn tortillas. We did not try any drinks but I may have to stop in someday for happy hour and try one. They apparently have bowls but I did not see them on the menu up high; just mentioned on a sheet at the table. I recommend this restaurant for counter/fast food... one of the very few I will eat at.
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Shleitha M.

Yelp
Overall, my experience was just okay--mainly because I couldn't dine in. The tacos don't travel well, so I definitely want to come back and enjoy everything fresh. I tried the Mr. Orange, Baja Shrimp, Bushfire, and Chicken Fajita--Bushfire and Chicken Fajita were my favorites. The Threesome with the salsa and dips was a great addition, and the Green Chile Queso is absolutely the star of the show. Bonus: they also have a full bar, which makes it an even better spot to dine in and relax.
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Kelley H.

Yelp
The hillbilly queso, trailer park taco, and cherry lime cocktail live in my mind rent-free.
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Adela M.

Yelp
I was so happy to see Torchy's Tacos in Florida! I was a huge fan of Torchy's when I lived in Austin so when I was in St. Pete I had to stop by. I went during lunch on Sunday and it was packed but the line moved fast and everyone had food on their plates. I ordered my fried avocado taco and a large order of queso and I just melted. It was like I was back in Austin for a bit but the I was so happy. The staff was so helpful and welcoming, the menu has grown since I visited Torchy's ten years ago, and so they were kind enough to answer my questions. The Bar was also very lively! They were playing sports but had a ton of margarita's coming out!
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Chandler C.

Yelp
This is my second time here for their taco of the month last months steak taco called the vagabond was a great culmination of flavors the steak was tender and the flavor pairings were perfect this month is the Tokyo drifter teriyaki glazed pulled pork, fried wonton which kinda got lost in the pork, sweet & sour veggie slaw deliciousness , sesame sriracha mayo and cilantro as great toppings. The staff was great they actually recommended this taco so I came running when I saw it was the taco of the month. If this isn't your speed I suggest the democrat with the bacon jam
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Bill M.

Yelp
Was watching a foodie show and saw the story of this guy and found this one here in St Pete! Fast casual so put in your order and go grab a table. Lots of great sounding choices. Got some chips and queso to start. Pretty good. Needed more chorizo. Followed by a Brushfire. Pretty good. Lots of great flavors. Deb had the tipsy chick. Nice flavors. Over all pretty good with some interesting choices but nothing really to phone home about.
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Hank M.

Yelp
The entire family can find options they enjoy. It is not a quick place but the food is good.

Joni P.

Yelp
Love it! I was originally afraid it would be too hot for me but it was not. A small kick.... but the fresh salsas are fabulous. I go when possible. A great value for the money.
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Pamela J.

Yelp
So happy Torchy's has made it to Florida! Quick food with liquor options and a bar is the way to go. Four stars for quality of food and ambiance. Not happy they do not offer complimentary salsa like they did in Houston. I ordered guacamole and chips and learned after the fact I'd have to order salsa separately. Who wants to get up and order more? That's not ok. Other than that, the sangria was great as well as the tacos. The corn tortillas are great and thick.
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Melissa E.

Yelp
I haven't been to Torchys late but stopped in for late dinner. We got triple dip, and 4 different tacos. The amount of guacamole is definitely less than the last time I ate here. Tacos slso were impossible to eat tortillas fell apart. Also every table in restaurant was really dirty and there were trays stacked high at trash cans with "cleaning rags" laying in mess if dirty trays. Overall if this had been my first experience I would not come back. I hope this is not the norm.
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Crystal D.

Yelp
The food here is genuinely good -- unique taco options, incredible queso, lots of drink options. Unfortunately their drive-through window is extremely unorganized -- or maybe just disinterested in actually helping their customers. Last time I did a preorder through the app for window pickup, I got there 2 minutes past the time the app said my order should be ready for pickup. Someone came to the window (no greeting or anything) and just said "Name?" I gave it, and they closed the window and disappeared without saying another word. It was literally a full 20 minutes before anyone came to check on me again, and that was another girl who just asked my name yet again, without another word. About five minutes later they finally gave me my food, without a thank you or apology for the wait or anything. Zero hospitality or even acknowledgment of the ridiculous wait. The next time, a few weeks later, against my better judgment, I made another app order for pickup at the window. This time I get there and there is already a car waiting. I again arrive about 2 minutes after the pickup time indicated by the app. I sit and wait for ten minutes, with no one coming to the window at all to talk to the lady waiting in front of me, before I finally call in and ask if anyone was going to come serve the now three cars sitting in the line because I legit was getting the impression they didn't even know we were there. The girl who answers says, hold on I'll go see if her order is ready, puts me on hold and never comes back. About five minutes later, the person in front of me gets their food and leaves. I've already been there for over fifteen minutes, all past the time my food was supposed to be ready. Was it ready by the time it was my turn at the window? Of course not. Apparently, even when you make an advance order for pickup, they don't start cooking it until after you've already been sitting in the pickup line for fifteen minutes. Another wait. Finally got my food handed to me by a very cheerful man who also doesn't say thank you or apologize for the wait or even acknowledge the wait at all. I mean, how hard is it to say "sorry for the wait" to someone who's a good 25 minutes past their pickup time? And even on the times there wasn't a ridiculous wait, the girls at the window have never shown any friendliness or anything other than what basically seemed like annoyed indifference. Maybe if you eat in every time you can avoid these issues, but this location really needs to do better. Edit: Torchy's was very quick to reach out to me via multiple platforms and refund my order, which I really appreciate. Thank you!
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Mel Z.

Yelp
We were around the area and before getting back home, decided to give them a try. We just got this restaurant back home and had not had a chance to try it. The food was good. We got the Trailer Park, Democrat, Mr. Orange and the hillbilly queso and chips. The protein from each taco was good and tasted great, just the queso was too spicy to be able to eat it (and we like spicy!). Now as for the service... it was bad. No one acknowledged us, the staff was arguing back in the kitchen, the person that needed to take our order seemed annoyed to be at work and unprofessional. We gnarly had yo ask him if he was ready for us and with an attitude barely said yes. Also, the restaurant felt and looked a bit dirty and stuffy, something they need to get in better shape. The only person that was friendly, was the girl that brought out our food. We hope we had a much better experience in the new one at home.
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Teri M.

Yelp
I stopped by at a weird time, around 3pm- was pretty slow. The person taking orders had other stuff she was attending to in the back (which I get, I've worked in restaurants) but had to be called to the front to help a few times so people were waiting for her return to order including myself. Bartender who worked 3/13 was fantastic and gets full 5 stars. Great energy and friendly attitude. Made sure I had what I needed even though I wasn't sitting at the bar. Loved the food, I got the fried avocado taco and another vegetarian offering. Would try again. Menu was great. Don't miss out on their fresh made hot sauces.
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Jack P.

Yelp
We visited Torchy's recently, and while the food was great, the service truly stood out. Our party of eight included four small children (ages 2-9), which meant extra cleanups, additional requests, and last-minute add-ons. One employee handled it all--and more--with grace, a service-first attitude, and genuine kindness. Adrianna made all the difference. Exemplary service. Highly recommended.
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Laura J.

Yelp
First time here- So many options and all sounded so good. Got a mix of a bunch of different tacos - front man tipsy chick mad cow and brushfire. Each one delicious in their own way. Brushfire spice isnt for the faint of heart but absolutely amazing. Front man was the taco of the month and needs a place on the menu for sure. Try their queso and churros to round out your fantastic meal. Will definitely be back to try many more!!!!

Cait R.

Yelp
The food and service were fantastic, as always. The tacos and queso were delicious. I look forward to coming back soon.
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Amy G.

Yelp
We had them deliver food to an event in Treasure Island. The food was fantastic! Right amount of spices in the beef and chicken. Was delicious & not dry. We loved the street corn & refried beans too We placed this order through ez cater the night before and they were the only vendor who could agree to serve us lunch the next day. Great service! Great food. Next time I will go to their restaurant for if the food is very good I am sure the location will be just as good.
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Shiva N.

Yelp
We stumbled onto this place, this place by accident. My sister recommended it and I did not know there was a local restaurant. The staff is very friendly atmosphere is nice and there are lots of options and as Hindu vegetarians we appreciate that. Try the fried avocado it's delicious.
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Martin G.

Yelp
Fun new place in St Pete. Loved the different drinks (non alcoholic).. but they do have a bar if you want alcohol. They have a LOT of choices to eat. Queso was a hit, and so was the street corn. I don't remember the different taco variations that I had but all were very good! I would definitely be back again!
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Doug S.

Yelp
Wouldn't feed this slop to my dog! Taco Bell is 100x better and I hate Taco Bell! And two tacos, two fajitas, chips.....50 bucks! LoL!
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Rhonda M.

Yelp
The Tipsy chicken and the Baha shrimp are my two favorites. The chicken comes on a flour tortilla but I get the corn, I love their corn tortillas. You actually have your choice on any of the tacos. The bourbon marmalade comes with the chicken but I like it on both. There is a bar for seating with three tv's, nice dining area with self serve beverages as well as outside seating. The employee at the counter greeted us with a smile and was very professional, he also warned my husband his taco was spicy even though it's listed on the menu in case you missed that. We eat there often during baseball season for a quick bite on the way to the games.
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Lauren B.

Yelp
Great service and vibes! We are from TX and would frequently visit Torchys so we were so excited to find this one! They had a fantastic face painter there for the kids, it was such a great way to spend a relaxing Sunday lunch. Margs, tacos, kid entertainment!
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Rachel M.

Yelp
Lately we have been pretty indecisive finding a place to eat. Here's another example of being close by when it seems like a storm is going to come through so we end up eating here. Funny thing is my hubby picked it and many of the options on this menu can have a kick which he more than I can't handle. He ordered the burrito which is the better option for people who don't Iike spicy options. I had two tacos which definitely had a bit of a spicy kick. Not horribly spicy but definitely there. These tacos which were shrimp and chicken were generously filled. Flavorful but definitely had their spicy to them. I did not love it. Ordered churros with Dulce de leche. They were ok. Not so dense like others I have tried but they did crumble when picking them up. They have an app, and when you purchase more they give you coupons and freebies. I have a free queso and chips I haven't used. Perhaps I'll try again, & see if I like anything better. Service was alright. Ambiance was ok and surprisingly pretty busy.
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Todd G.

Yelp
First visit Order the Trailer Park and got it extra trashy. It was very good with the sauce on it and I didnt add the other sauce that it gave with it The other taco was the Brushfire, its a jamaican jerk style taste. I added the spicy sauce provided and it was hot. I enjoyed it, but most likely it was too hot for most people. It would be nice if they offered something special on taco tuesday but they don't. Prices are reasonable for the serving size, I will be back
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Steve L.

Yelp
I first had Torchy's in the Dallas area about 8 years ago. I was on a business trip there for 4 days. Ate at Torchy's three times in those 4 days. When I moved to Florida, I checked to see if there was a Torchy's. There wasn't. But finally, finally, one came to St. Pete. I was super excited when I found out. But, St. Pete is about an hour away and I hadn't had a chance to go, until last Friday. Wife and I were at Indian Rocks Beach, an awesome beach if you are in the area. On the way home, she said tacos sounded good, we were in St. Pete, and I checked the map. Torchy's was 1 mile away. It was meant to be, plus I got to introduce my wife to Torchy's, my favorite non-Mexican taco. The staff there is super friendly, just like Texas. But would the food be as good. Well, walking in, the location had a familiar feel to it. That was a good start. The menu had just changed, but I was up for trying some new amazing flavors. The most popular taco is the democrat. I tried that. The Republican sounded really good as well. And for kicks, I got the Tipsy Chick. Who could resist bourbon, bacon sauce? Well, the democrat was good, but the brisket and grilled corn relish of the Republican, oh my goodness, heaven. I ordered the tipsy chick after the other two tacos, and it was closing time. I don't think the season on the chicken was the normal, it was pretty bland, but everything else, off the charts. Wife love the chicken fajita taco. she liked the steak fajita taco, but the meat was a bit fatty. That was a small complaint as she was using the last bit of the tortilla to soak up the sauce and last bit of veggies. Overall, this place was just as good as I remembered, which is saying a lot. The vagabond, one of their tacos of the month, last seen in March, is my favorite, but that republican taco with the brisket, AWESOME. You can put any of the meats with any of the tacos, but whatever you do, brisket is a must try. Torchy's is not a Mexican taco like I would get in San Diego or Tijuana. It isn't a southwest taco like you would expect from a Texas based restaurant. No, when you think of Torchy's, think Master Chef and Gordon Ramsey is asking for an elevated taco. That is what this place is, King of the Elevated Taco. Bold, amazing flavors, friendly staff who seem to really like working there, and a cool factor most fast casuals only wish they could have. Give Torchy's a try, then come back here and thank me.
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Amy P.

Yelp
This place was pretty decent. The inside is really casual. You walk up to the counter to order your tacos and you see yourself with your number. I ordered the fried avocado taco, which was good and it also got the crossroads which was absolutely bomb. I'll be back for that one specifically. The street corn on the side was a decent size. It was just lacking a little bit of salt. pretty good for some white people tacos.
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Tamara C.

Yelp
This was my first time here and I really enjoyed it. They have an order counter and a full service bar. I sat at the bar and ordered the grilled Baja shrimp tacos and the green Chile pork taco. I also ordered the street corn as a starter. The tacos were pretty filling and they were pretty good. The sauces that came on the side were a little spicy but also delicious. I also ordered the churros with dulce de leche and they were my favorite part.
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Ben F.

Yelp
My companion and I decided to try torchy's for the second time. It is not my typical restaurant to review. This is a hybrid counter service restaurant. You order from a central cashier from a menu on the wall and the food is brought to your table when it is ready. One side of the restaurant does have bar service and the menu does contain alcoholic drinks. The interior has plenty of seats, but table tops. The bar has a typical bar stool set up. We were greeted by the cashier and placed an order for the El Grande Burrito, w/chicken, two of the tacos, (The Democrat and The Brushfire) and a side of Street Corn. The food arrived fairly quickly, and the server was very accommodating and made sure we had everything we needed. The El grande burrito was extremely large, so bring an appetite. The side sauces (red/green/diablo) that came with the dish really livened up the flavor. The jerk chicken could have used a little bit more of the jerk flavor and the Barbacoa taco was filling. The street corn was the belle of the ball as it was very flavorful, and there was plenty of it. I really liked the way the corn, cheese and seasonings tasted. Next time I would order that as my entrée. At the end of the meal, you self police your table.
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Denise D.

Yelp
Well, what a nice surprise. I lived outside of Houston for awhile and Torchy's was a place I'd drop in to while shopping in the big city. This is five stars for a fast food place, but a NICE fast food place. I don't know where they find such nice employees in this day and age, but they really do. So nice and helpful. I think I've had every taco on the menu except the salmon just because I don't do salmon and today did not disappoint. Had the Baja shrimp taco along with the fajita beef taco with chips and tomatillo salsa. The tacos came out hot and tasty. I like the tomatillo salsa because some of the others have a little too much bite for me and I like it hot! I also like to taste the fresh ingredients! Glad to see they are here. I for one, could eat this kind of food every day! The restaurant was clean and that can be an issue with places that move a lot of food and folks around so very much a positive.
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Charles G.

Yelp
The Food was incredible, I got the Republican and the Bush Fire. The food was very Neat but my only downside was it wasn't filling... But that could just be me (Im a big guy) The Cashier was very polite.
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Aubrey F.

Yelp
Forgot to take a picture but it was delicious! Ordered the fried avocado taco and the trailer trash taco. I had them skip the poblano sauce and swapped it for the avocado sauce on the side. Excellent! Fresh and hot!
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Lester L.

Yelp
Great spot for tacos. Lots of parking. Has casual music for a nice vibe, and a full bar! Friendly staff. We came right at opening time and they were happy to see us.
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Brigitte P.

Yelp
Yeah, I'm a fan. It's definitely closer to your Mexican taco variety than most American taco joints. Focused around a protein all accoutrements enhance, but do not cover up the main part of the meal. Green Chile Pork (carnitas, green chiles, cotija cheese, cilantro, onions, and lime) - perfect balance of spice from the chiles and great depth of flavor for the pork! Democrat (of course I ordered this! (Beef barbacoa, avocado, cotija cheese, cilantro, onions and lime) - simplicity in a taco. Delicious and flavorful but not over the top. Crossroads (smoked beef brisket, grilled onions, jalapeños, cilantro, avocado and jack cheese) - the least traditional by a long shot, but probably my top pick. Can't wait to try the others!
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Rosemary N.

Yelp
My teenager and I were excited to visit this new addition to the Tyrone area in St. Pete. We found the service to be quick and efficient. The location is new, bright, and clean. I love that even though they are somewhat of a fast food restaurant, they have pagers that you sit in the middle of your table so the staff can easily find you. I ordered the "Democrat" aka "Beef Barbacoa" I was disappointed by what I feel was the lack of flavor. By the reviews the average person seems to think they are full of flavor. I also have seen in Facebook food groups people saying stick to Grand Hacienda, saying it's better than Torchy's. I also think GH is equally as bland in flavor as Torchy's...so maybe something is wrong with my taste buds or both of these companies are americanized Mexican food. Which Americans seem to enjoy, but I don't. So there is that possibility. It's me, not you. Try Casitas on 66th and 30th, or better yet, take a drive to Mexico Lindo in Pinellas Park where they don't speak English but put out authentic Mexican tacos and for a lot less $$. If you like Americanized Mexican food...this place is for you!
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Amy V.

Yelp
The fish taco was really good but also very pricey for what you get. On the other hand the guacamole bowl was plentiful and delicious. The service was good and the restaurant is kinda underwhelming. I don't think o would bother going back.

Cynthia P.

Yelp
Very good. Flavor profile for each taco was good. Usually when you eat at places like this everything tastes the same. I recommend the corn tortillas. Bar inside was a nice surprise. Very clean. I think whatever you order you'll be happy. First time there. We'll be back
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Jeff D.

Yelp
I've been super pumped to come here ever since they opened earlier this year and today was the day I swung by for lunch. However if I could, I'd give this location 3 1/2 stars not for the lack of cleanliness or service that's for sure. I've been to a few Torchy's in TX, AZ and CO so I was tempted to order everything on the menu since it's been almost a year since I had Torchy's. I did 5, yes 5 Tacos because I wanted to see how this location stacked up to others. I ordered the Green Chile Pork, Baja Shrimp, Crossroads, Brushfire and Republican. The wins were the Baja Shrimp, Brushfire and Republican for sure. Sadly the misses were Green Chile Pork as it was rather dry and over cooked and the same can be said for the Brisket or the Crossroads. I was really bummed that those two staples were not great. Like I said the cleanliness both inside and outside and friendliness of the staff was amazing. The parking lot is not huge and the inside isn't as large as other Torchy's . I'll wait a few months to visit this location again and do hope they expand their footprint in FL.
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Taylor M.

Yelp
For a chain fast food restaurant, Torchy's is amazing. Everything we have ordered has been delicious and as described on the menu. The tacos are generous sizes and tasty. My favorite menu item is the hillbilly queso and chips. I could seriously go here just for this appetizer. The service is always friendly, and the dining is always clean. You order at the counter, and the food is brought to your table for you. I like that they have carry out containers and bags out for you, which makes taking home leftovers super convenient. My only complaint is that each time we go, we have an issue with our order. Nothing major, but one time out hillbilly nachos was missing the chorizo, and last time, they gave us flour tortilla instead of corn. When the queso was missing chorizo, w we brought it to their attention, and they brought us a side of chorizo to add to the queso. We haven't brought the tortilla mistakes to their attention since it is a minor mistake and not worth it to have them waste the food just to give us the correct tortilla. Food always comes out quickly and warm. We will continue to be repeat customers here, and I am willing to drive out of our way just to get a hillbilly queso fix. They also have drink specials and sometimes limited time specialty tacos. I have enjoyed everything we have ordered here and can't wait to continue eating my way through the menu. My husband and I typically order one taco each a split the Hillbilly queso dip, which is plenty of food for us. The tomatillo salsa is also delicious here! Please open a Manatee County location!
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Ally A.

Yelp
We have been here twice now and like the sign says, it's so DAMN GOOD. Our favorite is the Trailer Park which is basically a delicious chicken tender with pico, cheese and lettuce. I've also ordered the chicken fajita taco and the beef fajita taco -- both are fresh and delicious. The queso with chips is also a must. The half size is perfect for two. Don't let the long line worry you. They always make sure guests have a place to sit. This has now become our favorite taco place.
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Sheila H.

Yelp
Thanks Brandon for inviting me to friends and family night. The food was amazing. It was my first time trying it. I had never heard of ordering cocktails from a drive thru window. I got the strawberry margarita. Highly recommend great flavor. For Food the chips and queso were amazing. Good portions too be careful it's a little spicy. The trashy trailer park taco was my favorite. It's the fried chicken taco topped with queso. I also recommend ordering a side of queso to dip the any of the tacos in. The fried avacado taco was great too. The side of pinto beans are great by themselves but recommend combining it with the queso for a bean cheese dip.
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Elena W.

Yelp
SO. DAMN. GOOD. Thanks to Gregg for the soft open invitation and to Eileen and her amazing staff for the hospitality and incredible food! I've been emailing Torchys for 5 years trying to get them to open a location in either Tampa or Orlando. Today was the day my wish was granted! You've made this Texas girl very happy. There isn't anything I crave more than breakfast tacos in the morning. Thanks to Torchys I can now have them anytime I want. My go to tacos are always the Ranch Hand and the Wrangler. The queso is mandatory, with every order. Others in my party ordered the Brushfire (loved it), green Chile pork (loved it), migas (great option for the vegetarian) and standard potato/egg and bacon/egg. It's a 45 minute drive for us, but I'm sure I'll be making this trek a few times a month.
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Kelsey M.

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We used to love torchy's and it keeps getting worse. This is the second time we've picked up and the order has been wrong. We waited an extra 15 minutes after our pick up time to get a wrong order and barely anything inside our burritos. It was almost all tortilla (see pictures) and there were only a few drops of salsa in the container. I'm a vegetarian and there was a piece of pork inside of my burrito as well. We have become very disappointed the past few visits.
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Fred W.

Yelp
I tried the fried avocado taco. It was enjoyable and different. The staff was pleased!
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Julia P.

Yelp
Everything is spicy. My tolerance is usually below everyone I know, that being said, I personally rate the spice level a 4-5 for starters. My taco with egg, potato and cheese was a 3-4 tolerable but definitely a kick. I made the mistake of not ordering a water. The food quality is insanely fresh and amazing. The street corn upon first bite was so spicy definitely a 4-5. Again, I do not tolerate spicy food well. The flavors next to spicy were very good. It's only 4 stars because I personally had a hard time between bites. I wasn't asked a spice level so I don't know if there is a way to tone things down.
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Glenn M.

Yelp
The food here is very good - not your standard taco fare as you have a large selection to choose from. Two tacos and you are full as they are large tacos. My wife likes the shrimp and I like the sausage and well so far every one of them I have tried. The soda fountain is self serve on refills which I like with no lines. The queso is a bit hotter than most so be aware when ordering and get it on the side. They have a loyalty program that is easy to sign up for so we are now taking full advantage of that. The only negative here is the music has been way to loud and distracts a bit from conversation.
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Noel P.

Yelp
Happy hour 4-6pm, margaritas are fire! Service was excellent, ask for the secret menu, guacamole is flavorful, bartender was great!
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Michael D.

Yelp
For fast food it was better then Taco Bell which I have never tried. The portions were small