It doesn’t matter if it’s served up at a taco stand or at a sit-down restaurant, North Carolina’s variation and quality of taco places compete with the best in the country. With traditional classics, tacos of the Korean beef variety, and more, you’ll find something to suit your taste at one of North Carolina’s 8 best taco places!
White Duck Taco Shop of Asheville stays busy. Inside, they offer warm, delicious tacos that never fail to fill to capacity. With a variety of flavors, many unique (jerk chicken, Korean beef bulgogi), there are plenty of combinations to choose from. Fast service allows for a relaxed but time worthy experience. White Duck Taco Shop offers both gluten free and vegan options.
A rhythmical restaurant of Charlotte, Paco’s Tacos & Tequila is an “authentic Tex-Mex dining” experience. Tucked away, this taco spot has large portions and great drinks. Everything from your classic tacos to gluten friendly and low carb options, everyone can enjoy Paco’s Tacos. One of the best Mexican places in the Charlotte area, the possible wait is well worth the delicious food that awaits you!
“Fast, fresh and affordable,” Island’s is an eco-friendly establishment in Wilmington, North Carolina. This taco place has a tropical atmosphere, and is great for the whole family with the variety of options and generous portions. The hard to beat deals offered each evening in the restaurant are the $1 tacos. And with the purchase of a drink, a deal of $1.99 tacos. With three locations in Wilmington, a fourth in the works, Island’s Fresh Mex Grill is a must-try the next time you are in the area. Feeling adventurous while out on this food excursion? Try the Island sauce!
Started as a taco truck, Taqueria El Azteca of Greensboro is a casual, family friendly restaurant that provides authentic Mexican food. The tortillas are made fresh every day and there is a full bar to compliment the tacos. Excellent, quick customer service, Taqueria El Azteca is open and ready to help you get your taco fix.
“Hot, fast, cheap, and easy,” Flaming Amy’s of Wilmington has the best service and menu around. Located on Oleander Drive, Flaming Amy’s not only has the must-have bottomless basket of chips for only $2.99, there is a salsa bar with nine salsas to choose from. Looking for a bit of spice? Check out the Flaming Amy, the hottest menu item with chipotle peppers, jalapenos, mild green chilies and more. Need further reason to give into your taco craving? Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn shares the love by giving back to the community.
Opened in 2011, Eduardo’s Taco Stand will give you a top-notch taco experience with unforgettable, friendly service. Offering authentic Mexican food with fresh ingredients, Eduardo’s Taco stand is a great treat before or after your beach trip. In search of a standard taco or maybe a little seafood stuffed inside, this taco stand is the place to go. You have been warned that after you’ve had Eduardo’s, other tacos will never be as delicious.
Nuvo Taco, often with a line out the door, has fresh food, fast service and uses local ingredients. Affordable, there are a variety of options, vegan, and gluten free options too! To pair with your taco, Nuvo Taco has a daily special of $5 margaritas.
Taco Express of Kannapolis, North Carolina, is here to live up to your high taco expectations. The food is fresh, served quickly, will always be hot, and every tortilla is homemade. Not only is Taco Express home to amazing tacos, they also make tortas, burritos and quesadillas.