Taco Palenque – Mexican
The air hums with the vibrant energy of a South Texas tradition, where the enticing aroma of flame-grilled meats and warm, freshly pressed tortillas fills the lively, sun-drenched space. Diners dive into overstuffed Pirata tacos and smoky, tender sirloin piled high with zesty salsas, eventually softening the heat with a decadent, cream-soaked slice of tres leches cake. Whether sharing a sprawling Fiesta Pack with family or savoring a quiet moment with slow-cooked barbacoa, every bite captures the soulful, unpretentious spirit of authentic border-style cooking.
2420, East Expressway 83, Mission, TX, 78572 +19565198226 https://www.tacopalenque.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, renal, tlc
Diet fit at Taco Palenque
Halal at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tres Leches Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Barbacoa Taco and Sirloin Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tres Leches Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fajita Taco, Sirloin Taco and Tres Leches Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 1 pescatarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tres Leches Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 2 anti-inflammatory-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sirloin Taco and Al Pastor Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
DASH Sodium-Reduced at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 2 dash sodium-reduced-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sirloin Taco and Al Pastor Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Fiber at Taco Palenque
Taco Palenque in Mission has 1 high-fiber-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pirata Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Taco Palenque
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Barbacoa Taco | 15.1 g | 38.9 g |
| Fiesta Pack (Serves 4-6) | 84.6 g | 34.2 g |
| Pirata Taco | 65.6 g | 23.3 g |
| Chicken Fajita Taco | 41 g | 22.8 g |
| Sirloin Taco | 0 g | 20 g |
| Fajita Taco | 5.9 g | 13.7 g |
| Tres Leches Cake | 9.4 g | 5.8 g |
| Al Pastor Taco | 11.5 g | 2.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Tacos
Freshly made tacos served on warm tortillas.
- Pirata Taco - $5.99: Flour tortilla, beef fajita, cheddar cheese, and beans Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Taco - $5.49: Grilled beef fajita Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fajita Taco - $4.99: Grilled chicken breast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sirloin Taco - $5.29: Grilled sirloin steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Taco - $4.79: Marinated pork with pineapple and onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbacoa Taco - $5.19: Slow-cooked beef cheek meat Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Fiesta Packs
Perfect for groups and catering events.
- Fiesta Pack (Serves 4-6) - $45.99: Choice of meat, sides, salsas, tortillas, and chips Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
Sweet treats to end your meal.
- Tres Leches Cake - $6.49: Traditional Mexican three-milk cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Taco Palenque
- Is Taco Palenque halal-friendly?
- Yes. Taco Palenque has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tres Leches Cake.
- What can I eat at Taco Palenque on a halal diet?
- Tres Leches Cake carry the halal tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Taco Palenque?
- Barbacoa Taco, at roughly 38.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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