The Thrilla in the Tortilla

16 breakfast tacos enter, one breakfast taco leaves

The Thrilla in the Tortilla

Maria's Taco XPress

2529 S. Lamar, 512/444-0261
www.tacoxpress.com

Whoever printed those "78704 – it's not just a ZIP code; it's a way of life" bumper stickers was probably thinking of the busy jumble of murals, memorabilia, and music that makes up Maria Corbalan's South Austin eatery. But no matter how much eye candy is on the walls and ceiling, it can't distract from great build-your-own breakfast tacos and a nationally recognized migas.

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