The Taco Joint – Mexican
The Taco Joint pulses with the vibrant energy of a modern street-food market, where the air is thick with the savory scent of sizzling chorizo and slow-simmered birria. Playful, crunch-heavy creations like Hot Cheeto-dusted street corn and inventive MX eggrolls share the table with salsa-verde-drenched burritos, offering a bold fusion of textures and zesty spice. This lively destination reimagines Mexican comfort through an unconventional lens, turning every handheld bite into a spirited celebration of flavor.
710 South Grand Avenue East, Springfield IL 62704 https://thetacojoints.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at The Taco Joint
Dairy-Free at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Cheeto Corn and Guac + Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocochip Cookie, Churros and Verde Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including TJ Bowl, Carne Asada Fries and Birria Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Choriqueso. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Choriqueso. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Cheeto Corn, Guac + Chips and Coca Cola Mexicana. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocochip Cookie, Churros and Verde Burrito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at The Taco Joint
The Taco Joint in Springfield has 10 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocochip Cookie, Churros and Verde Burrito. 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 The Taco Joint
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The Birria Pizza | 0 g | 98.7 g |
| Clem Boi Taco | 142.1 g | 91.6 g |
| TJ Bowl | 91.3 g | 72.7 g |
| Pollo Loco Burrito | 116.2 g | 56.1 g |
| Verde Tacos | 83 g | 54.7 g |
| Carne Asada Fries | 47.7 g | 51.3 g |
| South Beach Burrito | 101 g | 45.2 g |
| Birria Taco | 3.8 g | 43.4 g |
| Vampiro Taco | 92 g | 41.8 g |
| Trikis Taco | 10.2 g | 32 g |
| Flip Taco | 41.5 g | 30.2 g |
| South G Burrito | 86.5 g | 27.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the delicious food and satisfying portions, noting that the flavorful menu items consistently leave a lasting impression. Guests love the nice ambiance and memorable atmosphere, which is perfectly complemented by service that is
Menu
The Starters
- Choriqueso: Melted Oaxaca Cheese with chorizo Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Corn: Corn, mayo, queso, Tajin, & lime Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Cheeto Corn: TJ Corn with Flamin' Hot Cheetos Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walk'N Taco: Doritos or Fritos, beef or chicken, lettuce, tomato, crema, and melted queso Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds: Cheese curds with Taco Joint's Secret Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- MX Eggrolls: 2 Rolls - Choice of Cheesy Birria or Chorichicken with TJ Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Fit Picks
- Verde Burrito: Green peppers, onions, mushrooms, rice, beans, corn, lettuce, tomato, cheese, & sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Verde Tacos: 2 Tacos with green peppers, onions, mushrooms, corn, rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, & crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- TJ Bowl: Choice of protein, rice, black beans, lettuce, queso fresco, pico, & crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Birria Taco - $4: Cilantro, onions, & consome on corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Shrimp Taco - $4: Creamy garlic shrimp with mushrooms, onions, tomato, & cilantro on flour tortilla Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clem Boi Taco - $4: Carnitas, brisket, chicken, pico, TJ sauce, BBQ, cheese & chips on flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vampiro Taco - $4: Smoked brisket, bean dip, & cilantro on a cheese crusted corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flip Taco - $4: Bean dip, al pastor, & pickled onion on Oaxaca cheese crusted corn tortilla Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brunch Taco - $4: Bacon or chorizo & egg, cheese & pico on flour tortilla Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Trikis Taco - $4: Slow cooked brisket, corn, Oaxaca cheese, pickled onion, & cilantro on cheese crusted flour tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Old School Tacos (2) - $7: Choice of Al Pastor, Grilled Chicken, Carne Asada, Chori Chicken, Carnitas, or Chorizo. Street or Gringo style. Available at: dinner, lunch
TJ's Burritos
- Diablito Shrimp Burrito: Shrimp with Creamy Diabla Sauce, rice, cheese, tomato, onion, & cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Macho Burrito: Slow cooked brisket, rice, black beans, Oaxaca Cheese, grilled onions, Chipotle BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- South Beach Burrito: Al Pastor, rice, black beans, pineapple, Oaxaca Cheese, crema, guacamole, & pico Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Loco Burrito: Grilled chicken, rice, crema, cheese, pineapple, pico, guacamole, TJ Sauce, & cheesy crusted tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Luchador Burrito: Carne Asada, bacon, waffle fries, black beans, crema, cheese, Mex BBQ Sauce, guacamole & pico Available at: dinner, lunch
- South G Burrito: Traditional burrito with beef, rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, & crema Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
The MVP's
- The Birria Pizza: 12-inch crispy pizza topped with birria, cilantro, onions, and TJ Sauce. Served with consome. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Fries: Carne Asada, waffle fries, queso, guacamole, pico, & crema Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Extras
- Rice & Beans: Mexican rice and TJ beans Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Waffle Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guac + Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweets
- Tres Leches Cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Churros Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocochip Cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Drinks
- Fountain Soda: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper, Mello Yello, Raspberry Tea, Hi-C Pink Lemonade, Orange Fanta
- Coca Cola Mexicana Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Jarritos: Mango, Pineapple, or Mandarin
- Horchata: Traditional Mexican rice milk drink
- Slushies: Blue Raspberry or Mango Chamoy
Frequently Asked Questions about The Taco Joint
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features diverse items like birria tacos, MX eggrolls, and bowls, catering to 17 dietary needs including keto and vegan.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and nice ambiance while sharing flavorful dishes like Hot Cheeto-dusted street corn and birria tacos.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers excellent value, with diners consistently praising the delicious food, satisfying portions, and perfect 5.0/5 rating.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly Mexican restaurant offers a casual dining experience with a lively, modern street-food market atmosphere and playful handheld bites.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Hot Cheeto-dusted street corn, MX eggrolls, birria tacos, creamy shrimp tacos, and salsa-verde-drenched burritos.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- This restaurant supports vegan, vegetarian, keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, plant-based, high-protein, low-carb, atkins, carnivore, and nut-free diets.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the delicious food, satisfying portions, and flavorful menu items, while praising the nice ambiance and memorable atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is currently operational and can be reached through their website at https://thetacojoints.com/ for more information.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the total number of reviews for The Taco Joint.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The Taco Joint offers a lively, modern street-food market atmosphere with vibrant energy and a nice, memorable ambiance for diners.
- Is The Taco Joint dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Taco Joint has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Cheeto Corn and Guac + Chips.
- What can I eat at The Taco Joint on a dairy-free diet?
- Hot Cheeto Corn and Guac + Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Taco Joint have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Hot Cheeto Corn and Guac + Chips.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Taco Joint?
- The Birria Pizza, at roughly 98.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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