The Mad Taco

21 Essex Way #213, Essex Junction
(802) 662-5098

Recent Reviews

Shannon Cuddy

Fantastic tacos! The staff is very friendly and helped us with what to do in the area! Not the cheapest around but totally worth the price. Two super stuffed tacos come per order. Try the house made chorizo - it is not very spicy but there are a variety of hot sauces to spice it up! The star was the garlic fries - crispy fresh made fries with an amazing garlic sauce!!!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smoked Pork, Taco

colby mcintosh

Food is mid um… I ordered a chicken quesadilla and um yea… Apenas había nadie allí y tardó 30 minutos like why am I waiting 30 mins when there is barely anyone there and their salsa is so runny i had to chase it. but like seriously its not good. also all the food was 90% guac and it tasted like the avocados were old.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

short sports 123

Really good food!!! I can't believe I am just finding the Mad Taco. I would highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mark Dandrea

Meat was dry, little fillings in the taco, tortilla was cold, got quac instead of queso that I ordered, and very pricy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 4

Michelle Prouty

My coworker was in the area and he stopped by. He graciously brought me the carnitas quesadilla. The pork was perfection! Juicy and very flavorful! I just needed to have a dipping sauce to make it to the next level. Very delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Quesadilla

Allison Triola

Great food and vibes! Slow burn and carnitas tacos were delicious. We loved the hot sauce bar.It’s a great blend of Mexican and BBQ influences.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Carnitas Tacos

Michelle Thibault

Love the guy at the front hes

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nathan Robarge

Despite there only being two staff members working on a Fri night. The staff was friendly and hustled. Burrito bowl w/yams was terrific with ample guac.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mark Shepard

The Burrito Bowl was very disappointing. No flavor. Chorizo was burned and dried. Would not go back. The employee at check out was not very friendly.

Food: 1

Service: 3

Jared “Sweaters” Bellfield

The food was super delicious. I found it to be more enjoyable than El Gato.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burrito

Laura

My family comes her a couple times a month, it’s delicious and speedy and they have a great drink section too! Last night we had the most phenomenal meal there. The burrito was just absolutely perfect - we ordered it with carnitas and red sauce. It had so much flavor and great textures. The taquitos were a special. They were cooked to perfection. I’ve been thinking about that meal all day.Kid-friendliness: We come here with my one-year-old because it’s a chill atmosphere and she loves the rice and beans!!!

Food: 5

Recommended dishes: Carnitas Tacos, Salsa, Burrito, Beef Tacos, Chicken Tacos, Carnitas and Beef Tacos, Taco

Ernest Griesman

This place is the first place that made me mad with tacos. This is not a typical sit-down Mexican food type esblishment. The meats were overseasoned and overcooked. The tortillas seemed straight out of a bag. Spent more than $60 for four tacos, a gross cup of dirty rice (as in Cajun style dirty rice, not Spanish rice), and two of the worst "margaritas" I've ever had. Had high hopes for this place, but overall, I wasn't satisfied. If you've never had actual tacos, you may love it; but I personally advise looking elsewhere. This place did have cool merch, but unfortunately, I have no nice things to commend the establishment pertaining to food, service, or atmosphere. This building is pretty much run like a food truck as no one will come to ask you "how are things", "do you need silverware", etc; and you're expected to bus your own table at the end. I feel like brick and mortar locations should embrace the service aspect of dining and cater to the crowds craving not only the food but also the experience.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 2

Jay Cismaru

Change the m in mad to b as in bad And then you will have a clear

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3

Tina Tresca

DRY carnitas with absolutely no flavor.Queso had the consistency of thin soup with again, no flavor and the accompanying chip were super salty.The only flavor part of this meal, was the sauce I put on it.Tacos should have their own flavor, the sauce should just elevate it.Waste of money.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Carnitas and Beef Tacos

Joey

The Cubano is delicious. The Carnitas are much better than the ones at Taco Gordo. Great spot for Taco

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Carnitas Tacos

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