Velvet Taco

Velvet Taco Velvet Taco is an American restaurant that specializes in tacos. It offers catering, takeout, and outdoor services for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Executive Chef - Grant Morgan leads the culinary team to create global-inspired recipes with fresh ingredients. The atmosphere is casual, perfect for friends and family who want to enjoy a funky fast-casual setting. With a menu that explores the edge of multi-cultural boundaries, Velvet Taco provides a unique and one-of-a-kind dining experience.
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Your side order is telling on you... 👀🤭Pair your 2 for $10 with any side or protein cup for just $3. 🔥
07/27/2026

Your side order is telling on you... 👀🤭
Pair your 2 for $10 with any side or protein cup for just $3. 🔥

07/26/2026

we are infact crazy for backdoor chicken 🐔

Backdoor Chicken Monday: One rotisserie chicken,
guac, pico, queso, chips, and 6 tortillas for $20.
To-go only. While supplies last.

07/24/2026

some holidays deserve to be celebrated correctly. National Tequila Day is one of them. 🍹 $5 margaritas all day.

$5 Regular Kick Ass Margaritas, rock or frozen, are available at participating locations on Friday, July 24, 2026 only. Watermelon Basil LTO margaritas excluded. Offer only available in-restaurant and for direct orders online through www.velvettaco.com or the Velvet Taco app where legally allowed. Not available for third-party (3PD) or catering orders. Local alcohol restrictions and laws apply.

07/23/2026

The math is mathing: 2 for $10. 🤝

Add any side or protein cup for $3

07/22/2026

no passport required. 🌴🍤 This week’s Piña Colada Shrimp is bringing all the summer vibes.

Crispy coconut shrimp, piña colada sauce, mango pineapple salsa, sabor sauce, toasted macadamia nuts, micro cilantro, napa slaw, and all the flavor you could ask for.🤭

07/21/2026

That’s a message we’re never ignoring 👋🏻📞

07/20/2026

GEORGETOWN… It’s almost time 👀🔥 GRAND OPENING WEDNESDAY 7/29!!!

Doors open at 10:30 AM for VT #59.

🌮 FREE TACOS FOR A MONTH for the first 59 guests (LINE STARTS EARLY).

👀 Georgetown-exclusive WTF: Honey Chipotle Chicken, available through 8/4. A portion of the proceeds benefits The Georgetown Project

📍1316 W. University Ave., Suite #103, Georgetown, TX 78628.

07/19/2026

psst... the backdoor is open tomorrow. 🤫

Backdoor Chicken Monday is back! One rotisserie chicken, guac, pico, queso, chips, and six tortillas for only $20. Meet us there? 🍗

07/17/2026

real watermelon, fresh basil, and one very good reason to order another round. 🍉🍹

Watermelon Basil Margs available now.

07/16/2026

History was made. 🥔

07/15/2026

This fan favorite Crispy BBQ Chicken is bringing the crunch. 🔥

Crispy tenders, ranch crema, Napa slaw, chipotle BBQ, elote, crispy red onions, and micro cilantro. 🌮

07/14/2026

see you every Tuesday? We thought so. 😉

$3.75 Tikka Tacos + $7.50 Tikka Bowls.

07/13/2026

the deal you’ve been waiting for. 🌮

Two tacos + one drink for just $10. Add any side or protein cup for only $3. 🙌

do we even need to say what tomorrow is? 👀🐔Backdoor Chicken Monday: one rotisserie chicken, guac, pico, queso, chips, an...
07/12/2026

do we even need to say what tomorrow is? 👀🐔

Backdoor Chicken Monday: one rotisserie chicken,
guac, pico, queso, chips, and 6 tortillas for $20.
To-go only. While supplies last.

07/10/2026

your next “we need to catch up” plans start with velvet for two. 🌮✨

4 tacos, 2 sides, and 2 drinks for just $25.

find someone who looks at you like we look at tacos + margs 🫶🏻
07/09/2026

find someone who looks at you like we look at tacos + margs 🫶🏻

07/08/2026

crab cakes is back because some fan favorites are too good to stay gone. 😏🦀

Lettuce wrap, napa slaw, crispy crab cakes, velvet sauce, lemon zest, and chives.

Get it while you can.

07/07/2026

your meal deserves a plus one. add any side or protein cup for just $3.🔥

meet your new obsession😏: 2 for $10.    2 tacos + 1 drink for $10. Add any side or protein cup for just $3.🔥
07/06/2026

meet your new obsession😏: 2 for $10.

2 tacos + 1 drink for $10. Add any side or protein cup for just $3.🔥

you’re not ready for this 🤭🌮 + 🌮 + 🥤= ?
07/05/2026

you’re not ready for this 🤭

🌮 + 🌮 + 🥤= ?

07/05/2026

Mondays mean one thing... Backdoor Chicken🔥🍗

1 rotisserie chicken, guacamole, pico, queso, 6 tortillas, chips, hot sauce, and a whole lot of flavor for just $20.

To-go only. While supplies last.

07/03/2026

250 years of America calls for $2.50 margaritas. 🇺🇸

 
*$2.50 Rocks and Frozen Kick Ass Margaritas are available from July 3-5 at participating Velvet Taco locations. Watermelon Basil LTO margaritas excluded. Offer only available in-restaurant and
for direct online orders through www.velvettaco.com or the Velvet Taco app where legally allowed. Not available for third-party (3PD) or catering orders. Excludes Velvet Taco Naperville IL, Velvet
Taco Buckhead GA, and Velvet Taco Interlock GA. Local alcohol restrictions and laws apply.

07/02/2026

our watermelon basil marg is here for a good time…but not a long time.

made from fresh, real watermelon for the ultimate summer sip. grab it while you can 🍉

07/02/2026

the people’s princess has returned. 👑

Tots community, who’s ordered them?

07/01/2026

fan-fav , Burnt Ends, is backkk! 🔥🌮

chipotle BBQ glazed brisket, BBQ sauce, creamy poblano slaw, house-brined pickles, and crispy onions. 🤤$6.45

Fan favs all month long🫣.

Address

Paradise Valley, AZ
85253

The taco restaurant is located at the intersection of McKinney Avenue and North Central Expressway in Dallas. If you are traveling by public transport, you can take the DART rail to CityPlace/Uptown Station and then walk southeast on McKinney Avenue towards North Central Expressway. The restaurant will be on your left.

If you are driving, take exit 2A from US-75 N/US-82 E, merge onto N Central Expy and turn left onto Blackburn St. Turn right onto McKinney Ave and the restaurant will be on your right. There is street parking available along McKinney Avenue as well as a parking lot adjacent to the restaurant.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11pm
Tuesday 11am - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 11am - 11pm
Friday 11am - 12am
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 11pm

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What people say

Velvet Taco, located in Dallas, Texas, has received mixed reviews from different newspapers. The most recent review by Eater Dallas rates the restaurant with three out of five stars, stating that while the tacos are "fine," they do not justify the high prices. The review also mentions that the atmosphere is loud and cramped.

Another recent review by The Dallas Morning News gives Velvet Taco a higher rating of three and a half out of five stars. However, the reviewer notes that although some dishes were "excellent," others missed the mark. The article praises the creativity behind some of the taco combinations but criticizes their execution.

Some online customer reviews echo these mixed sentiments. One customer on TripAdvisor praised their unique flavor combinations but commented on small portion sizes for the price point. Another reviewer on Yelp claimed that Velvet Taco did not live up to its hype and found their tacos overly greasy.

On Google Reviews, one customer gave Velvet Taco a five-star rating and raved about their extensive menu options and vegan-friendly choices. However, another customer mentioned experiencing poor service during their visit.

Overall, it seems that opinion on Velvet Taco is divided depending on individual taste preferences and experiences. While some reviewers appreciate its innovative approach to taco fillings, others find fault with execution or value for money spent.

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