El Mapache, the vibrant food truck located in Houston, TX, is garnering rave reviews as a must-visit for taco lovers. Customers are drawn to its mouthwatering offerings, with a menu featuring a significant variety of traditional Mexican tacos, including favorites like barbacoa, fajita, and pastor—all priced at an astonishingly affordable $2.00. The food truck consistently impresses patrons with the freshness of its ingredients and the generous portions of tender, flavorful meat. Many reviewers share a unified sentiment: the outstanding quality and taste of the tacos leave them craving more. Shantrice Peterson highlights how a long line piqued her curiosity and led to a delightful culinary experience that prompted her to return for additional tacos. Kristen Thomas emphasizes that the journey to El Mapache is worthwhile, no matter the distance, further validating this food truck's status as a local treasure. The friendly and patient service adds to the warm atmosphere, even breaking through language barriers as customers successfully navigate the menu to enjoy their meals. Many favorite dishes, like the trompo tacos and charro beans, have been described as simply the best. El Mapache is not just a food truck; it’s a celebration of authentic Mexican flavors that resonates strongly with the community.
Amenities and More
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Amenities
No toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Cash only
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For El Mapache (Food Truck)
Mandy Rose
May 21,2025
Best darn taco truck!!
Shantrice Peterson
May 18,2025
I passed by it and stopped cause it had a long line. I was curious and purchased 2 tacos to give it a test run and plus I didn’t have a lot of cash on hand. They were so good. Lots of flavor. Wasn’t dry. 2 was not enough. I hurried up And went to the atm and came back and bought a variety of tacos. Everything was made fresh to order. It didn’t take long and they were not stingy on the meat. The sauces were good and I will definitely be a returning customer. They didn’t really speak English but I pointed everything out on the menu and it ended well.
Kristen Thomas
May 12,2025
Best taco truck around! Even if it isn't near you, it's worth the drive! The tacos are amazing, meat is tender and flavorful, and the green sauce just adds to the awesome! Double your usual taco order, bc you will wish you had more left for later, I promise!
Alexys Coleman
Apr 30,2025
I love coming here after work, the guys are super friendly and even remember my order when I call it in I really appreciate that. The area is kind of sketch but I’ve actually never had an issue or seen anything crazy go down and I’ve been over a handful of times usually in the later hours of the night. I always order pastor tacos & a coca mexicana, it’s always pretty tasty!
Hcaz Eslof
Apr 6,2025
Dude this truck is amazing! The guy is super patient and understanding who works the register. The charro beans were some of the best I’ve had and omg I ordered 5 trompo tacos, 1 pastor Gordita and 1 fajita quesadilla and it was the best I’ve had in a while for the price I made sure to tip! The pastor was like shoulder bacon was so good and their trompo too was amazingly fresh. Mi novia tried the quesadilla and loved it too!
Juan Cruz
Feb 28,2025
Super friendly people in the truck. Food is absolutely delicious and underrated. Zelle payment is what I see often done. They offer Complimentary charro beans as well. Very good prices too. Open late. Awesome taco truck nevertheless.
Lanise Morrison
Feb 16,2025
1000/10 experience. The quesedillas were the best I've ever tasted. And that little red sauce was... it was.. well words can not describe it. Just try it for yourself. I'm so tempted to drive from Louisiana just to get them again. Oh, and the customer service was very good. Like a warm hug from mom.
Sarah
Feb 7,2025
It’s kinda greasy, but I like it! The green sauce is pretty good! The meat is great as well. And the service is wonderful!
Reviews For El Mapache (Food Truck)