The Taco Stand – Mexican
The Taco Stand captures the vibrant energy of a bustling coastal taqueria, where the rhythmic chop of cleavers and the smoky aroma of sizzling carne asada invite guests into a lively, salt-of-the-earth space. Hand-pressed tortillas cradle everything from succulent Al Pastor carved fresh from the spit to zesty, beer-battered Baja fish, offering a bright explosion of authentic flavor that transports the senses to the sun-drenched streets of Mexico. Whether you are savoring a tender cactus-filled nopal taco or diving into a decadent, fry-stuffed California Burrito, every bite feels like a celebration of pure, unpretentious street food culture.
3000 #105, Upas Street +16197958797 http://letstaco.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Taco Stand
Dairy-Free at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bag of Chips, Side of Beans and Side of Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Paletas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bag of Chips, Corn On The Cob and Camaron (Spicy Shrimp) Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pollo Ranchero, Carne Asada Taco and Pollo Asado Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Side of Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bag of Chips, Side of Beans and Side of Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 16 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bag of Chips, Corn On The Cob and Side of Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Taco Stand
The Taco Stand in Upas Street has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side of Beans, Side of Guacamole and Pescado (Mahi Mahi) 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 Stand
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pollo Asado Taco | 56.5 g | 58.4 g |
| Pollo Ranchero | 62.1 g | 52.3 g |
| Carne Asada Fries | 47.7 g | 51.3 g |
| Camaron Burrito | 20.2 g | 44 g |
| Mar y Tierra Burrito | 23.8 g | 43.9 g |
| Pollo Asado Burrito | 89.8 g | 41.8 g |
| Chorizo Con Huevo | 25.7 g | 41.5 g |
| Bacon and Egg | 24.1 g | 38.1 g |
| Sonora Taco | 70.4 g | 35.4 g |
| Camaron (Spicy Shrimp) Taco | 6.7 g | 32.7 g |
| Mar y Tierra Fries | 51.3 g | 31.2 g |
| Baja Taco | 0 g | 30.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Tacos
- Carne Asada Taco: Flame grilled angus steak (angus beef), cilantro, onions, guacamole & salsa mild Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Taco: Rotisserie marinated pork, cilantro, onions, salsa cilantro + pineapple Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Asado Taco: Flame grilled chicken, cilantro, onions, guacamole & salsa mild Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camaron (Spicy Shrimp) Taco: Grilled shrimp, cheese, avocado, cabbage, tomato & salsa chipotle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Pescado (Mahi Mahi) Taco: Grilled fish, cabbage, cilantro, onions, tomato, avocado & salsa chipotle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Taco: Battered fish, cabbage, cilantro, tomato, onions & salsa chipotle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nopal Taco: Cactus, melted cheese, cilantro sauce, tomato & avocado (can substitute cheese with beans) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Taco: Sauteed mushrooms with grilled onion, avocado & salsa mild Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sonora Taco: Flour tortilla, angus steak (angus beef), melted cheese, beans, guacamole, onions, cilantro & salsa mild Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Burritos
- California Burrito: Flame grilled angus steak (angus beef), cheese, fries, guacamole, tomato, salsa mild & sour cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Burrito: Flame grilled angus steak (angus beef), guacamole, beans, tomato & salsa mild Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Burrito: Rotisserie marinated pork, cilantro, onions, salsa cilantro + pineapple Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Asado Burrito: Flame grilled chicken, tomato, beans, guacamole & salsa mild Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camaron Burrito: Grilled shrimp, melted cheese, cabbage, avocado, tomato & salsa chipotle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado (Mahi Mahi) Burrito: Grilled fish (mahi mahi), cabbage, cilantro, onions, tomato, avocado & salsa chipotle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mar y Tierra Burrito: Grilled shrimp with angus steak, melted cheese, cabbage, avocado, tomato & salsa chipotle Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Burrito: Sauteed mushrooms with grilled onions, garlic cilantro mix, avocado, salsa mild Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean & Cheese Burrito: Bean and cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Carne Asada Quesadilla: On flour tortilla with grilled angus steak and side of guacamole, pico de gallo & sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Quesadilla: On flour tortilla with rotisserie marinated pork and side of guacamole, pico de gallo & sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Asado Quesadilla: On flour tortilla with grilled chicken and side of guacamole, pico de gallo & sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Camaron Quesadilla: On flour tortilla with grilled shrimp, melted cheese and sides of guacamole, pico de gallo & sour cream Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Quesadilla: On flour tortilla with sauteed mushrooms and grilled onions, garlic cilantro mix and sides of guacamole, pico de gallo & sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Quesadilla: On flour tortilla, side of guacamole, pico de gallo & sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast
- Pollo Ranchero: Chicken, rice, refried beans, white onions, cilantro, avocado, salsa ranchera Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bistec Ranchero: Carne asada, rice, refried beans, avocado, onions, cilantro, salsa ranchera Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Huevos A La Mexicana: Eggs, refried beans, rice, cilantro, onions, tomatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chorizo Con Huevo: Eggs, chorizo, cheese, beans, salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon and Egg: Eggs, bacon, cheese, beans, salsa Available at: breakfast, brunch
Extras
- Carne Asada Fries: Flamed grilled angus steak (angus beef), fries, guacamole, sour cream & cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mar y Tierra Fries: Grilled shrimp with flamed grilled angus steak (angus beef), fries, guacamole, sour cream & cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Guacamole: Fresh made chips with guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn On The Cob: Grilled corn served with mayonnaise, parmesan cheese and chili powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paletas: Local made, all natural Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Churros: Fresh made, 3 per order Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Bag of Chips: 1 pound of our fresh handmade chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Guacamole Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Side of Beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Bottled Drinks: Diet Coke, Mexican Coke, Mexican Sprite, Sangria, Fanta Orange, Honest Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Lectin-Free
- Fountain Drink: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper, Fanta Orange and Minute Maid Lemonade, Jamaica, Horchata
- Bottled Water: Dasani Water
- Cerveza: Imported beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Michelada: Imported beer
Frequently Asked Questions about The Taco Stand
- Is The Taco Stand dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Taco Stand has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bag of Chips, Side of Beans and Side of Fries.
- What can I eat at The Taco Stand on a dairy-free diet?
- Bag of Chips, Side of Beans and Side of Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Taco Stand have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bag of Chips and Side of Beans.
- Is The Taco Stand gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Taco Stand?
- Pollo Asado Taco, at roughly 58.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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