Taqueria Tsunami – Mexican
This high-energy fusion destination marries the bold zest of Latin America with the vibrant spirit of Asian cuisine, creating a lively space where global flavors collide in unexpected harmony. Diners dive into shared plates of crispy avocado cilantro egg rolls and savory Korean fried cauliflower, savoring a playful culinary journey that transforms familiar ingredients into an adventurous, cross-cultural feast.
320 East Clayton Street, Athens 30601 https://taqueriatsunami.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
What to order at Taqueria Tsunami
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tofu Taco | 42.3 g | 60.1 g |
| Short Rib Quesadilla | 9.2 g | 58.1 g |
| Shanghai Shrimp Salad | 27.2 g | 40.2 g |
| Korean Fried Cauliflower Taco | 49.5 g | 32.9 g |
| Dip Trio | 49.5 g | 32.5 g |
| Chicken Enchilada Bowl | 45.9 g | 32.4 g |
| All American Bowl | 59.2 g | 31.6 g |
| Southwest Salad | 67.3 g | 31 g |
| Baja Taco | 0 g | 30.4 g |
| Mini Poke Tacos | 35.5 g | 29.3 g |
| Black Beans & Rice | 84 g | 24.5 g |
| Short Rib Birria Tacos | 4.7 g | 23.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the beautiful, airy atmosphere and the seamless fusion of Asian and Latin flavors found in standout dishes like the tender tempura calamari and mini poke tacos. Guests love the fresh agave margaritas and praise the exceptional service, noting that the staff works together to create a warm and comfortable environment. Celebrated for its vibrant downtown Athens location, this destination is highlighted for its attentive team and high-quality tapas that consistently hit the spot for visitors and students alike.
Menu
Starters
- Dip Trio - $12.99: Queso, guacamole and salsa served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Cilantro Egg Rolls - $10.5: Homemade and lightly fried, served with Santa Fe ranch and sweet and spicy Thai sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole Fresco - $9.25: Made to order with tomatoes, onions and fresh cilantro served with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso - $7.5: White cheese dip topped with jalapeños and pico de gallo. Served with tortilla chips or warm tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanadas - $11: Homemade empanadas filled with Thai chicken, Beef or Kogi BBQ Short Rib Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asian Nachos - $13.5: Lightly fried wontons topped with queso, pico de gallo, roasted poblano and corn, lettuce, fresh jalapeños and choice of seasoned ground beef or Kogi BBQ short rib Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Cauliflower - $9.95: Crispy cauliflower tossed with a Korean pepper sauce and topped with green onions and sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $6.5: Steamed soybeans sprinkled with chili salt and lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $12.75: Tempura battered calamari and peppers served with a jalapeño cilantro aioli and spicy mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Southwest Salad - $13.95: Crispy or Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, Mexican cheeses, black beans, roasted poblano peppers and corn, avocado, pico de gallo and tortilla strips Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shanghai Shrimp Salad - $14.5: Grilled shrimp, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, edamame, avocado, roasted poblano peppers and corn, cilantro, topped with rice noodles Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Noodle Salad - $15.25: Marinated filet, chilled noodles, mango, cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, green onion, avocados and chopped peanuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Tsunami Bowls
- South of the Border Bowl - $12.5: Spanish rice, avocado, roasted poblano peppers and corn, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeños and chipotle sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Far East Bowl - $12.5: White rice, edamame, carrots, green onion, tomatoes, cucumber salad, lettuce with a Soy Sesame Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- All American Bowl - $14.95: White rice, grilled steak, grilled onions and shitake mushrooms, soy sesame vinaigrette and topped with a fried egg Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Enchilada Bowl - $13.25: Shredded chicken, white rice, corn salsa, queso, lettuce, pico de gallo and black beans topped with sriracha mayo, cilantro and tortilla strips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Poke Bowl - $16.5: Sushi grade tuna, rice, edamame, cucumber, Asian slaw, and soy sesame vinaigrette topped with furikake and a grilled jalapeño Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Asada Zing Taco - $4.95: Bulgogi marinated steak topped with shitake mushrooms, lettuce, soy-sesame vinaigrette and sesame seeds Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura Taco - $4.75: Shrimp tempura topped with Asian slaw, fresh cilantro and a hoisin-lime aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rich Man’s Taco - $5.25: Marinated filet served with lettuce, pico de gallo and queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Chicken Taco - $4.5: Grilled Teriyaki chicken, cabbage, carrots, cilantro, sesame seeds and drizzled with Thai peanut dressing Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gringo Taco - $4.25: Seasoned beef topped with queso, lettuce and pico de gallo Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Short Rib Taco - $4.95: Short ribs smothered in Kogi BBQ sauce and topped with cucumber salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloha Taco - $4.5: Grilled teriyaki chicken, topped with pineapple pico de gallo and spicy sriracha mayo Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Lime Chicken Taco - $4.5: Marinated chicken topped with black beans, pico de gallo and chipotle sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Rim Taco - $5.25: Grilled chili crusted Mahi topped with lettuce, pico de gallo and hoisin lime aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Taco - $4.95: Tempura fried fish topped with Asian slaw, cilantro and spicy sriracha mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Carnitas Taco - $4.75: Carnitas style roasted pork tossed with a Korean pepper sauce, pickled cucumber, micro cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Taco - $4.25: Marinated and grilled tofu, topped with lettuce, soy sesame vinaigrette, shiitake mushrooms, roasted poblano and corn, and sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Taco - $4.25: Cilantro hummus, grilled peppers, onions, shitake mushrooms and topped with soy-sesame vinaigrette and sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Cauliflower Taco - $4.5: Fried Cauliflower, Korean pepper sauce, cabbage, guacamole, chipotle sour cream, sesame seeds, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Poke Tacos - $11.5: 3 sushi grade tuna tacos, soy sesame, sesame seeds, spicy mayo, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Birria Tacos - $12.95: 3 Short rib tacos, cheese, birria sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Short Rib Quesadilla - $12.5: Tender short ribs, Kogi BBQ sauce, grilled onions and Mexican cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Shrimp Quesadilla - $13.25: Chili lime shrimp, roasted poblano peppers and corn, jalapeños and Mexican cheeses Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla de Traditional - $8.95: A blend of Mexican cheeses Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Cucumber Salad - $3.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garbanzo Bean Salad - $3.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans & Rice - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Tsunami Salad - $4.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yucca - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips and Salsa - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tots with Jalapeno Queso - $5.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- S’mores Egg Rolls - $6.95: Your favorite campfire flavors served in an egg roll
- Sopaipilla - $5.95: Crispy tortillas topped with honey, cinnamon and brown sugar. Served with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Churros - $6.5: Fried pastry topped with cinnamon brown sugar. Served with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Strawberry Wave - $4.5: Zero proof strawberry drink
- Cherry Limeade - $3.95: Sprite, Lime Juice, Grenadine
- Mango Fizz - $4.25: Mango Puree, Lemon Juice, Soda Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- No Fomo - $8: Lyre’s Agave Blanco, Lyre’s Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Blueberries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Topo Chico Sparkling Water - $3.5
- Fiji Bottled Water - $3 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Taqueria Tsunami
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its high-energy fusion of Asian and Latin flavors, featuring standout dishes like mini poke tacos.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is family-friendly, offering a warm and comfortable environment with budget-friendly shared plates like Asian nachos and empanadas.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features fusion tapas, bowls, and tacos, accommodating over thirty dietary needs including vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein options.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include tempura calamari, mini poke tacos, avocado cilantro egg rolls, Korean fried cauliflower, and fresh agave margaritas.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Taqueria Tsunami distinguishes itself from traditional Mexican restaurants through a unique Asian-Latin fusion menu featuring high-quality tapas and poke tacos.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for Taqueria Tsunami.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Taqueria Tsunami has a website at https://taqueriatsunami.com/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering availability.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Taqueria Tsunami specializes in a high-energy fusion of Latin American and Asian cuisines, featuring dishes like Korean fried cauliflower and tacos.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly spot is ideal for dates, featuring a beautiful, airy atmosphere, exceptional service, and shared plates like mini poke tacos.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Adventurous diners seeking high-energy fusion cuisine, budget-friendly shared plates, and diverse dietary options like vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein dishes.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Taqueria Tsunami?
- Tofu Taco, at roughly 60.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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