Barrio – Mexican
This vibrant social hub pulses with energy, inviting guests to dive into a kaleidoscope of bold, unconventional flavors where the humble dip is elevated to an art form. Tables are laden with stone bowls of artisanal guacamole infused with hot honey or smoky bacon, alongside bubbling cauldrons of velvety queso topped with everything from charred elote to zesty jalapeño poppers. It is a spirited destination where every crunchy chip carries a fusion of sweet, spicy, and savory textures, perfect for lively evenings of communal indulgence.
305 West Front Street, Traverse City MI 49684 https://barrio-tacos.com/location/traverse-cityRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, vegan, dairy-free, high-protein, pescatarian, diabetic, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, heart-healthy, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, volumetrics, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, carnivore, slow-carb, mayo-clinic, pegan, candida, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its friendly and welcoming staff, Barrio offers a relaxed dining environment where guests appreciate the approachable and reliable menu selections. Reviewers highlight the hospitable service and casual atmosphere, noting that the team’
Menu
Appetizers
- Bacon Habanero Guacamole: monterey jack, bacon habanero jam Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, High-Fiber
- Hot Honey Guacamole: queso fresco, hot honey, bacon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Pineapple Guacamole: mango habanero Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Traditional Guacamole: avocado Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Chorizo Queso: spicy spanish sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Elote Queso: corn, spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Enchilada Queso: enchilada chicken, bacon, smoked cheddar, pico de gallo, widow chips, avocado ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Loaded Potato Queso: hash potatoes, bacon, smoked cheddar, widow chips, avocado ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Salsa Con Queso: house queso, salsa roja, scallions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Jalapeño Popper Queso: jalapeño cheddar queso, candied bacon, smoked cheddar, avocado ranch, pickled jalapeño Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
Main Courses
- Philly Cheesesteak Taco: grilled flour shell, shaved ribeye, jalapeño cheddar queso, poblanos, red pepper, onions, smoked cheddar, steaksauce mayo, pickled jalapeño Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Impossible Smashburger Taco: flour shell, american cheese, impossible beef, sirloin spice, lettuce, pico de gallo, pickles, mac sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Freakin' Vegan: corn soft shell, guacamole, impossible chorizo, hash potatoes, caramelized onions + poblanos, corn salsa, salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- French Dip Taco: flour shell, tender ribeye, caramelized onions, monterey jack, horsey sauce, fried onions, au jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Smashburger Taco: flour shell, crumbled bacon, American cheese, smash burger, lettuce, pico de gallo, pickles, mac sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Codfather: flour shell, guacamole, cilantro-lime rice, blackened cod, pineapple salsa, mango habanero Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Taco: bombshell shell, spice-rubbed chicken, monterey jack, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- La Tierra Taco: bombshell shell, cola marinated steak, pan-seared portobellos, caramelized onions + poblanos, monterey jack, secret sauce, cilantro-lime aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Crunchy Chipotle Chicken Taco: flour shell, crumbled bacon, chicken in chipotle enchilada sauce, smoked cheddar, lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado ranch, widow chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- El Jefe Loco: dub shell, chorizo, spice-rubbed chicken, queso fresco, smoked cheddar, pico de gallo, corn salsa, chipotle honey bbq, salsa roja Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Brunch
- Bbq Pork Tostada: corn hard tortilla, refried black beans, pulled pork, corn salsa, over-easy egg, salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Chilaquiles: tortilla chips, salsa roja, cilantro + onions, queso fresco, fried egg, choice of protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- French Toast Sticks: french toast sticks, cinnamon sugar, cream cheese dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pork + Grits: cheddar grits, bbq pork, smoked cheddar, sour cream, guacamole, fried onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Shrimp + Grits: cheddar grits, jalapeno-lime shrimp, chorizo, smoked cheddar, cilantro-lime aioli, sriracha Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Americano Taco: flour tortilla, roja crema, scrambled eggs, bacon, pico de gallo, crunch with a kick, cheddar cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Dirty Scrambler Taco: flour tortilla, scrambled eggs, beer-braised black beans, cilantro + onions, queso blanco, cilantro lime rice, dirty sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- The Cowboy Taco: flour tortilla, cola marinated steak, fiesta potatoes, queso fresco, over-easy egg, fried onions, chipotle honey bbq Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Cilantro-Lime Rice: rice, cilantro, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Black Beans: black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Thick Cut Bacon: bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pickled Jalapeños: jalapeños Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Slow-Carb
Beverages
- Barrio Paloma: Espolon Reposado, fresh lime juice, grapefruit, agave nectar, hibiscus salt
- Casa Margarita: Sauza Blue Reposado, 100% Blue Agave tequila
- Coco Loco: Cabo Wabo Blanco, Orange Liqueur, agave nectar, lime, coconut water, ginger sugar rim
- Freaky Tiki: Jalapeño-infused Sauza Blue Blanco, Triple Sec, passionfruit, pineapple, house sour mix, chili-lime salt rim, jalapeño
- Margarita Perfecto: Avion Silver, Dry orange Curacao, fresh squeezed lime juice, Agave nectar, Grand Marnier float
- Marigold: Hornitos Reposado, Orange Liqueur, strawberry-pear puree, lemonade
- Skinny Skeleton: Corazon Blanco, Triple sec, fresh lime juice, soda
- The Hot Mez: Jalapeño-infused Sauza Blue Blanco, Montelobos Mezcal, lime juice, pineapple juice
- The Sassy Pineapple: Pineapple-infused Sauza Blue Blanco, house made morita syrup, fresh citrus juices
- Tulum In Bloom: Corazon Blanco, Ginger Liqueur, Lychee, house sour mix
- Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade: Old Forester, stirrings ginger liqueur, blackberry puree, lemon juice, lemonade
- Bullet Proof: Cherry-Orange Infused Knob Creek Rye, simple syrup, whiskey barrel aged bitters, luxardo cherry, soda water
- Coconut King: Jim Beam, tiki simple syrup, cardamom bitters, coconut, orange peel
- Jame-o-rita: Jameson, house sour mix, Triple Sec
- Kentucky Highball: Buffalo Trace, lime juice, agave, old fashioned bitters, ginger beer
- Morita Whiskey Sour: Maker’s Mark, squeeze of lemon, morita simple syrup, chili-lime salt, lemon wheel
- Strawberry Fields: Four Roses Yellow Label, strawberry purée, basil, lemonade, soda water
- Figgy Bourbon: Woodford Reserve, fig syrup, lemon, plum bitters
- Barrio Brunch Punch: Hornitos Plata, triple sec, mango, lychee, passionfruit, strawberry purée, lemonade, pineapple
- Deja Brew: Cazadores Cafe, espresso with cream, cinnamon sugar
- Bloody Maria: house mix, Sauza Blue Reposado, thick-cut bacon, dirty stuffed olive, lime, salt + black pepper rim
- Dream To Me Mocktail: cranberry-agave puree, lime juice, mint leaves, ginger beer, ginger-sugar rim