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: vegetarian, high-protein, nut-free, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, sugar-free, plant-based, low-fat, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, carnivore, macrobiotic
Currently open
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
- Choriqueso: Melted Oaxaca Cheese with chorizo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore
- Street Corn: Corn, mayo, queso, Tajin, & lime Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Hot Cheeto Corn: TJ Corn with Flamin' Hot Cheetos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Walk'N Taco: Doritos or Fritos, beef or chicken, lettuce, tomato, crema, and melted queso Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cheese Curds: Cheese curds with Taco Joint's Secret Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- MX Eggrolls: 2 Rolls - Choice of Cheesy Birria or Chorichicken with TJ Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Verde Burrito: Green peppers, onions, mushrooms, rice, beans, corn, lettuce, tomato, cheese, & sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Verde Tacos: 2 Tacos with green peppers, onions, mushrooms, corn, rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, & crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- TJ Bowl: Choice of protein, rice, black beans, lettuce, queso fresco, pico, & crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Birria Taco - $4: Cilantro, onions, & consome on corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Creamy Shrimp Taco - $4: Creamy garlic shrimp with mushrooms, onions, tomato, & cilantro on flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Clem Boi Taco - $4: Carnitas, brisket, chicken, pico, TJ sauce, BBQ, cheese & chips on flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Vampiro Taco - $4: Smoked brisket, bean dip, & cilantro on a cheese crusted corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Flip Taco - $4: Bean dip, al pastor, & pickled onion on Oaxaca cheese crusted corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Brunch Taco - $4: Bacon or chorizo & egg, cheese & pico on flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Trikis Taco - $4: Slow cooked brisket, corn, Oaxaca cheese, pickled onion, & cilantro on cheese crusted flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Old School Tacos (2) - $7: Choice of Al Pastor, Grilled Chicken, Carne Asada, Chori Chicken, Carnitas, or Chorizo. Street or Gringo style. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Diablito Shrimp Burrito: Shrimp with Creamy Diabla Sauce, rice, cheese, tomato, onion, & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- El Macho Burrito: Slow cooked brisket, rice, black beans, Oaxaca Cheese, grilled onions, Chipotle BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- South Beach Burrito: Al Pastor, rice, black beans, pineapple, Oaxaca Cheese, crema, guacamole, & pico Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Pollo Loco Burrito: Grilled chicken, rice, crema, cheese, pineapple, pico, guacamole, TJ Sauce, & cheesy crusted tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Luchador Burrito: Carne Asada, bacon, waffle fries, black beans, crema, cheese, Mex BBQ Sauce, guacamole & pico Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- South G Burrito: Traditional burrito with beef, rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, & crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- The Birria Pizza: 12-inch crispy pizza topped with birria, cilantro, onions, and TJ Sauce. Served with consome. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Carne Asada Fries: Carne Asada, waffle fries, queso, guacamole, pico, & crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Rice & Beans: Mexican rice and TJ beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
- Waffle Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Guac + Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Tres Leches Cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Churros Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocochip Cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fountain Soda: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper, Mello Yello, Raspberry Tea, Hi-C Pink Lemonade, Orange Fanta
- Coca Cola Mexicana
- 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.