Taco Buddha

7405 Pershing Ave, University City
(314) 502-9951

Recent Reviews

Greg Porter

We recently got a big order for a little shindig we were having. The people were nice, the process was smooth, and the food was an absolute hit. We have been here a number of times and will continue to but this was such a positive experience I had to leave a review :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salsa, Fish, Chips, The Baja, The Nashville, Taco Buddha Baja Salad

Karl W.

Went on a date here Thursday night at the Kirkwood location. I was pleasantly surprised, with the restaurant, not the woman I met there. Wait staff were all very friendly and helpful. The food was very good as well. I had the Taos taco, beans and rice, and we shared chips, salsa, and guacamole. The guacamole was excellent!! Funny moment when I asked for their spiciest hot sauce they had, the server came back with a thimble of hot sauce?! I looked at it confused and started laughing. I was going to ask for more but she had left. Would have liked a bit more than a hummingbird's beak worth of hot sauce, but, it was good. Seriously, for any churchgoers, you would get more wine at communion/mass. Finally, the ambiance was perfect. Not crowded in, it was open and not too warm or cold. We sat on the patio which was enclosed. I am sorry to the other patrons when we came in there was a bit of a chill...that was just my date...frigid...sorry. Oh well, I'll dry my tears and learn to love again . I may even bring a date here again!! Thanks!!

Tess Imig L.

Excellent food combinations & portion size! Easy ordering with quick service and great decor for indoor or outdoor dining. A pitcher of margaritas and a piece of Texas sheet cake topped off a great meal!

patrick logan

Food was great! Nice outdoor seating, everybody was a little loud inside the awning, but enjoyable. Pickup would be a no brainer!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salsa, Chips, The Baja

Jenny Brown

love the spin on these street tacos. such a good spot in

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris Liberge

Diverse variety of dishes (Thai tacos, Nashville Hot Chicken tacos, Tandoori Chicken Quesadillas just to name a few). Easy mobile ordering system. Friendly atmosphere good for both casual dates and families.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: The Thailand, The Nashville

Jennifer H.

What a perfect spot! The variety of tacos is outstanding. You can get something very unique or lean into old traditions. Enjoying a nice day on the patio is definitely the way to go.

Evan Loxley

Very friendly atmosphere, easy-to-use online ordering setup, and extremely tasty tacos and guacamole! A great taco place!Kid-friendliness: Highchairs available, and cups with lids and straws available for kids. Quite kid-friendly!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: The California, Chips, Guacamole

MacKenzie Palmer

This place is really good. We were confused about ordering and the owner came out to assist us herself and was so kind and helpful! Highly recommend, but note that you should order less than you think you’ll need—the tacos are BIG. That makes it more reasonably priced too:). They also double their tortillas which is a plus!Dietary restrictions: GF, veggie, vegan, dairy free options, etc…. all the stuff you could want!Parking: Pretty easy, they have a small pot and street parking for overflow.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tortilla, Salsa, Fish, Chips, Baja Fish, Street Corn, Guacamole

Arrica C.

Definitely a cute little spot. Do have limited seating at lunch time due to popularity. Been there twice each time visiting Clayton. Crowded both times. Great tacos with lots of options for everyone. Ordering a little unique (like scan QR code and do it online at your table). You do have option to go inside. Each time though someone in my party had a glitch (once w inside order and once online). This latest one I was little shocked at lack of service. Somehow her order didn't go through and the rest of us had finished eating and still no food. She had to get up to ask and showed order she placed on phone. They never saw order (only one taco). She then had to follow them inside to place her order and pay for it (don't think she was charged twice) but still had to pay. Not end of world but I would have comped her since she had to now take order to go since we had to head back for meetings.

Fat Lazy Celiac Z.

I've been OBSESSED with the chicken posole all winter, and I'm probably going to cry a little bit when they take it off the menu. Even though people who eat soup in the summer are animals. There's nothing a celiac shouldn't love about this place (what, all the desserts are gluten free?), but they also handle lots of other food allergies really well, and the food is obviously a staple in our house. Tacos are fresh and bright, guac is serviceable if a few too tomatoes for my taste (I like more smooth than chunky), great selection of beers according to the hubby if you're going to sit on the patio and let your puppy eat a couple of chips while you grab happy hour queso blanco. Seriously though. The chicken posole. The only reason to be sad that spring is officially here.

Kay Goldie

I LOVE THEIR TACOS!!!! I've never eaten in the dining area. It's cute, but I always do Curbside Pickup...The curbside service is Top Tier. They are prompt, polite, and efficient! The food is delicious!Vegetarian options: All tacos can be modified to vegetarian. The California is the vegetarian taco. It's sooooooooo good!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: The California, Street Corn, Fried Avocado, Guacamole

Jayna Couch

First time and we are drooling! Soo much food for a great price. We will definitely be back again. Love how quick the pickup service was as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Heather C.

The best tacos in St. Louis! I personally love the Galveston, the Jodhpur and the newly added Biloxi taco. They are always very busy so bring your patience, an open mind to sitting inside or out and don't come too hangry! Even though they are busy, they make up for the wait with their efficient and friendly service. Parking is tough when it's super busy but not impossible. It's the coolest place in the county with a Spanish modern feel to the decor. We love both locations and only wish they were open on Sundays and Mondays!

Lana H.

We often order from this place and it is always good. Pick up is a smooth process. The Thailand is my favorite, but we also recommend the fish taco or the Nashville Hot Chicken. The new place in Kirkwood is also very snazzy.

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