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Maria's Taco Xpress


2529 S. Lamar
Austin, 78704-4730
512/444-0261
www.tacoxpress.com
Hours: Tue.-Fri., 7am-9pm; Sat., 8am-9pm; Sun., 9am-2pm; Mon., 7am-3pm
This funky little joint with the brightly decorated patio is the heart and soul of South Austin. Arrive early for hundreds of breakfast taco variations, great migas, great hot sauce, and a full bar.

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BEST OF AUSTIN AWARDS

  • 2003: Readers Best Storefront/Sign
  • 2002: Critics Best Place to Eat Tacos, Read Poetry, and Get Drunk: Not Necessaily in that Order
  • 2001: Readers Best Storefront/Sign
  • 2000: Critics Best Restaurant Décor Design
  • 1998: Critics Most Necessary Restaurant Expansion

RESTAURANT POLL AWARDS

  • 2005: Readers Taco
  • 2004: Readers Taco
  • 2004: Readers Taqueria
  • 2003: Critics Breakfast
  • 2003: Critics Taqueria
  • 2003: Readers Taco
  • 2002: Readers Taco
  • 2002: Readers Taqueria
  • 2001: Readers Taco
  • 2001: Readers Favorites
  • 2001: Readers Taqueria
  • 2000: Critics Patio/Beer Garden
  • 2000: Readers Taco
  • 2000: Critics Taqueria

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