Taco Casa
2506 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Taco Casa Menu
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Diabetics at Taco Bell
The biggest concern for diabetics is to find healthy food with less sugar at restaurants. The hunt for the right food becomes even more challenging for diabetics when dining at a fast food restaurant. Well, Taco Bell changes that with Fresco style. Simply ask or order an item from the Taco Bell menu in Fresco Style.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Taco Bell:
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Fresco Steak Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 4g Fat (1.5g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 17g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 10g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco – Shredded Chicken
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco Beef
Nutrition Fact: 160 calories, 6g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 480mg sodium, 18g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Bean Burrito
Nutrition Fact: 380 calories, 11g Fat (4g Sat. Fat), 1060mg sodium, 55g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 9g Fiber, 14g Protein
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for Diabetics:
You must avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes at Taco Bell if you have diabetes. Almost every beverage offered at Taco Bell contains high sugar content.
High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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High Blood Pressure at Taco Bell
People with high blood pressure must avoid food with high sodium levels. You can either ask the people at Taco Bell to add less salt in your food or choose the food items with less sodium content or customize your order using Taco Bell's own nutrition calculator.
Food Suggestions to Control Blood Pressure at Taco Bell:
Fresco Chicken Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Grilled Breakfast Burrito - Sausage
Nutrition Fact: 340 calories, 17g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 730mg sodium, 36g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 11g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Blood Pressure:
Taco Bell offers a wide range of Grande Scrambler Burritos, Crunch wraps, and Quesadillas which are high in sodium. It is important to limit the sodium intake at Taco Bell and avoid any meal with over 750-800mg sodium.
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High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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About Taco Bell
Taco Bell is a haven for Mexican delicacies such as tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos, and other specialty items. Owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. Taco Bell is one of the fastest growing American chains of fast food restaurants. The restaurant operates from 7,072 different locations which are mostly run by independent franchisees and licensees.
The background story of Taco Bell is interesting and inspiring for budding entrepreneurs. The fast-food brand is the brainchild of Glen Bell, who started his first food venture as a hot dog seller in San Bernardino, California. The year was 1948. After witnessing long queues outside a Mexican restaurant called Mitla Café across the street, Bell saw the opportunity and demand for hard-shelled Tacos. He reverse-engineered the recipe and later started selling Tacos and called the venture Taco-Tia.
Later, the name changed from Taco-Tia to El Taco. Eventually, Glen Bell sold the company to his partner and opened the first Taco Bell in Downey in 1962. By 1964, the restaurant also got its first franchise in Torrance. The 100th Taco Bell restaurant was opened by 1965. PepsiCo acquired Taco Bell from Glen Bell in 1978 and the restaurant brand is currently a subsidiary of Yum! Brands which looks after the restaurant business of PepsiCo.
Healthy Food Options at Taco Bell
You may believe that a healthy lifestyle doesn't go well at a fast food restaurant. Well, that's not the case with Taco Bell. Surprisingly Taco Bell offers a variety of healthy options, thanks to the in-house registered dietician who monitors the whole menu. The dietician ensures that each item on the menu is free from additives and preservatives, colors, and artificial flavors. The dietician also ensures that the food served at Taco Bell doesn't contain high-fructose corn syrup, low sodium levels, and reduced use of partially hydrogenated oil.
More than 75% of food items served at Taco Bell falls under 500 calories. Taco Bell also features the Fresco Style option which helps the customers to maintain healthy diet plan without missing out on taste. In Fresco style option, Taco Bell switches pico de gallo with cheese, sour cream, guac, and mayo-based sauce. Taco Bell takes care of almost every health preference of its customers.
Tips for Dining at Taco Bell
Diabetics can also try other Fresco styled Taco items such as Fresco Crunchy Taco, Fresco Grilled Steak, and Fresco Soft Taco Beef. These are other healthy alternatives of Tacos for diabetics which contains an adequate amount of starch and minimum or no fat content. Switch the regular sauce or cheese with pico de gallo and you can easily reduce the sodium intake and fat content for your body. It will help maintain blood pressure levels and control high cholesterol.
Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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Address :
2506 Euclid Ave
Des Moines, IA, 50310 - Phone (515) 279-7785
- Website https://www.c-we.com/taco.casa
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Opening Hours
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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Jack E.
Good Cheap Food. I've been to this place a couple times at night and the employees are always slow and complain about a number of things to each other usually going home early. All the hot sauces are amazing but the food is pretty average.
(3)Bill C.
Atrocious service, good pseudo-Mexican food!
(3)Rich Z.
We love the Taco House - thought we would try the sister restaurant- Taco Casa. It is very similar to the Taco House in Milford, near Lake Okoboji. The food and salsa are great. The neighborhood is a bit rough as well as the restaurant.
(4)Keke D.
I live super close to Taco Casa so I've been eating here for a very long time! It's really cheap and I've never been disappointed with my food. Then again it's really hard to mess up meat, cheese, and lettuce right? It has a one of a kind taste compared to other Mexican fare in the Des Moines area and that's what I like about it...not authentic as in the 'real deal' but unique. I absolutely love both of their hot sauces (red-med green-HOT). I've never had anything quite like them anywhere else. As for the food, I've tried it all...love their nachos, tostadas, burritos, their taco burger, chicken quesadilla, chicken chimichanga, and the rice and beans are both awesome...and I don't even like refried beans!! The mexican salad is another favorite but be sure to order the "mexican salad". If you order a "taco salad" you may be disappointed...unless you like broken taco shells...kind of confusing. The only thing I'm not particulary fond of is the enchiladas...too much sauce! Other than that, this place truly is a diamond in the rough! Ps. If your looking for hangover food, this is the place to go!!! Lol
(5)Alyssa C.
This place is definitely a hole in the wall! Immediately this place catches your eye with the name of the joint and advertisement for tacos burritos chilli dogs and burgers.. My boyfriend and I couldn't help but stop in and check it out. This is a pretty busy place considering how small the restaurant is. The indoor portion of the restaurant seems really cramped and loud so I recommend the outside seating. The ladies working there mean business when you order so make sure you know exactly what you want! I got a chicken taco salad, my boyfriend a fajita burrito and obviously a chilli dog. The burrito was really greasy and smaller than what we were expecting. I wouldn't get it again. When you eat it make sure you have tons of napkins near you. Chilli dog was good but average. Taco salad was definitely where the money was at!!! I'm giving this place 3 stars because the ceiling had an AC vent which was leaking on my head when I walked in.. The ladies gave me the wrong order.. I originally ordered a chicken taco salad but they gave me a beef taco salad. It was still delicious and I would come back just for the taco salad but I was disappointed they messed my order up. They also forgot my side of guacamole until I came back into the restaurant for extra hot sauce. Make sure you check your order before you leave this place!! Final thoughts: this is definitely the joint for you if you like greasy Mexican food and hotdogs at the same time. I'd come back for the taco salad and maybe try a taco. But word to the wise, burritos are not all that.
(3)K W.
Oh boy, if you want The Best of Tacos you must get here!!!!!!!! I love the tacos but my favorite is The Taco Burger! Wow its the best I think! You have to ask for cheese but if you love guacamole then order a large container cause its made fresh with the perfect amount of spices!!! I also love the fruit punch Yum Yum Yum!! My mouth is drooling! I hope to see that they stay in business forever cause to me they have the best in all they do!! Friendly staff* and keepin it real!!Thanx!
(5)Bill L.
I came out here to grab an order to go during work because one of my coworkers was telling me how great this place was for fast Mexican food. Walking in here you pass through the outdoor seating area first which is just a few tables under the roof. I think it would've been better if they renovate and seal the outdoor area to create a larger indoor seating area. The indoor seating area is just a few tables, I don't know how many people eat in here, but don't expect a seat during a busy time. You order up at the counter after looking through their extensive menu on the board, I'm glad I looked at their menu online before coming here, because there are so many options. I ordered the soft shell chicken tacos and a chicken quesadilla. Both items were very good, I wouldn't say it's better than the other fast food Mexican places in town such as Tasty Tacos and Aberlados; I would say it's different but not better. The staff members are very friendly and quick to get your food out. I would say they could do a better job cleaning up a bit in seating area to make it more presentable, but as I waited for my ordered it looked like the majority of the people just get their food to go. Parking is somewhat limited, it's a pretty small lot.
(4)Dan T.
One of my all time favorite "dive" spots to grab a bite at. Taco Casa at MLK and Douglas, on the triangle. The soft shelled chicken tacos (with onion) are a must have for me when I have time and am in the area. :)
(4)BC B.
Ok, so yes, this place this a hole in the wall. But, don't be scared! The staff is 99% women and sometimes they can be a little mouthy, but it's all fun and games. When you go, if it's your first time, I highly recommend grabbing a menu (up by the register) and taking a seat and looking it over. The menu high above doesn't list what all of the dishes are made up of. If you grab a menu, it has all of the details. They do have one taped up by the register, but if you grab one and take a seat, you won't feel rushed to order. My go to's are the Nachos Grande with a side of Rice with sauce or the Sampler #1. The food is definitely consistent. I don't remember once ever thinking my food has tasted off. I love their spicy sauce. Some of the best in town. I wish they sold it by the bottle. When you are in need of greasy Mexican food, this is definitely the place to be. Been going for at least 20 years if not more. If you are in a hurry, you can also call ahead and order carry out!
(4)Nicholas T.
Burp. Sorry, my tummy is a bit upset. Why you ask? I'm almost certain it's because of my culinary adventure today at Taco Casa. The good reviews here are shocking, and at the same time, a little concerning. They are either fake, too old to be relevant, or referencing a completely different Taco Casa on Euclid Ave. in Des Moines. This was, hands down, the worst Mexican food I've ever had. No exaggeration. Go here again? No. Recommend it to others? No. What would I compare it to? Surgery without anesthesia. What would I rather do? I'd rather get Montazumas revenge on a trip to Guadalajara. Six hours after our lunch my wife and I have cramps, and have prayed to the porcelain god a few times each. No matter how many times we brush our teeth, the taste of Taco Casa won't leave out mouths. I'm going to go as far as saying that it could be one of the worst restaurants we've ever eaten at. From a small food stall in a Southeast Asian city, to oil drum jerk chicken in a Jamaican slum, Taco Casa takes the cake as the worst food establishment in my 30+ years of dining out. Proprietors of Taco Casa, I'd like to make a few suggestions for improvement: 1. It's probably best if the person working the register and collecting money is not the same person handling food preparation. This is food sanitation 101. 2. Calling your co-workers over to say "are the beans supposed to be that consistency" infront of your customer does not exude confidence in your ability to operate an establishment of this nature. 3. Clean your seating area. Seriously, stains were crusted on tables, chairs, the floor, and the walls. This, to me, implies they were there for more than just a short time. 4. Instead of advertising "chips" just say what they really are - taco shells that you've just broken in half. 5. Instead of offering nearly 50 menu items, maybe consider cutting it back to 5. That way, you can master the preparation and have less food sitting around. Well, that's about it. It's been a while since I did a review, but this was such a memorable experience. Back to the bathroom.....
(1)Carson W.
Same wonderful food since we arrived in the area in 1973. Our entire family enjoys eating here and taking it out. Well worth the trip from wherever! Take some extra home to enjoy later.
(5)Megan H.
Can you get over a slightly sketchy first impression and concentrate solely on food? Do you love Taco House in Okoboji? Moreover, can you manage to eat at a Mexican restaurant without having a margarita or a Dos Equis along with your meal? If it's all about the food for you, get to Taco Casa right away. It was started by the same people who run the amazing (but sadly, seasonal) Taco House in Okoboji, and you can get the same excellent food. There's an outdoor covered patio (I use that term loosely, as we walked through about three inches of rain in the patio tonight), and an interior with about six booths - that's it. You place your order at the counter, then you wait. Occasionally you might get hungry and be tempted to try a fingerful of salsa while you wait for your food. DON'T DO IT. Your drinks are served along with your food, so there will be no liquids to dilute the incredibly powerful green salsa as it chars the interior of your mouth. You will cry. Best to just be patient and wait for your food. As for the food - beans on anything are a must. They are truly the best frijoles you will ever eat. I insist you try the bean nachos (drenched in green salsa of course). The cheese enchilada is a million times better than you think it is (really - try it!). Anything containing chicken will really surprise you - the meat is tender and juicy. And any meal must be followed by the dessert tortilla chips (butter, cinnamon, sugar, mmmmm). One caveat, being located on MLK and Euclid you may have some interesting fellow diners. For instance, the soaking wet (and extremely drunk) man who came in tonight asking for walking directions to the nearest bar, and the woman who swore repeatedly about him after he left. It didn't particularly bother me, but if you have kids, you may prefer to call in your order and pick up (yes, they do that). Taco Casa is super cheap - like, ridiculously cheap. And yes, the exterior seems sketchy upon first impression. But this food is incredible. Have your margaritas beforehand, or get the food to go - I"ll happily give up my traditional Dos Equis in exchange for a meal from Taco Casa.
(4)Zach M.
Alright, let's just admit it, the ambiance and location suck. The staff can range from helpful and pleasant to pretty bad, but the food is awesome and the prices are great. Love this place.
(5)Mike B.
Horrible atmosphere but amazing food! Seating is cramped and awkward. But food definitely makes up for it. Busy and well known for a reason. Recommend the softshell taco and dessert chips (think giant cinnamon toast crunch). Ten dollars will feed two people to the brim.
(4)Jessica J.
DEE-LISH-US!!!! The boyfriend swore that this place would make up for the tragic lunch experience at D'Leons in Lincoln, NE where I'm fairly certain we were served squirrel burritos. So I was quite leery when he offered up a trip to Taco Casa to cure our holiday-shopping hunger pains. First Impressions: The floor was filthy but I attribute that to everyone's muddy, wet boots that had tracked in snow and slush. They sent out someone to mop twice while we were there but it was truly a loosing battle. We both ordered chicken; me a taco, him a burrito and of course, nachos to share. (C'mon, I'm in Iowa... got to live it up!) The tortillas were fresh and homemade - the shredded chicken was tender and savory - the salsa was HOT and heavenly. Jalapenos on the nachos and a cool root beer to slow the heat. I was a happy, happy girl. I really look forward to heading back to Taco Casa on my next trip to the midwest. I'll be craving it until then.
(5)Dillon T.
I went into eating at Taco Casa with an opened mind. I wish I would have not turned a blind eye to how poorly this building is condition is an walked away. This is not a place you go for the environment or the friendly ness of the staff. The staff was unhelpful and the building was dirty and disgusting. If you somehow can get past the condition of the building and unhelpful staff you're left with the food. They have a wide variety of mexican options ranging from taco salad, burritos, tacos, and nachos. I decided on the beef and bean burrito and beef and bean nachos. The staff seemed slammed with orders and with about six orders ahead of us we sat around for about fifteen minutes waiting for our food. The two burritos that we ordered came wrapped in wax paper and the nachos came in a tin pie pan. Starting with the burritos all I could taste was the refried beans. The nachos were decent when they were hot but after sitting on the table for a few minutes they got soggy. After eating Taco Casa I sadly thought eating at a Taco Bell would have been better.
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