Velvet Taco – Mexican
This high-energy eatery reimagines the taco as a canvas for global exploration, where an urban pulse and vibrant atmosphere set the stage for bold, boundary-pushing flavors. Hand-pressed tortillas cradle an eclectic array of adventurous fillings, from the aromatic heat of spicy tikka chicken and crispy chicken-and-waffles to the rich, savory depth of slow-roasted Angus brisket. Every visit feels like a culinary world tour, blending unexpected ingredients like Korean fried rice and zesty chimichurri steak into a spirited dining experience that celebrates the art of the unconventional.
2525, Rice Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77005 +13462008081 https://www.velvettaco.com/location/rice-village/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Tacos
- Spicy Tikka Chicken - $18: crisp tenders, spicy tikka sauce, buttered cilantro basmati rice, raita crema, Thai basil, flour tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken - $18: crisp tenders, house buffalo sauce, carrots, bleu cheese, ranch crema, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Rotisserie Chicken - $18: queso blanco, roasted corn pico, charred tomato poblano salsa, cilantro, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chicken & Waffle - $18: crisp tenders, peppered bacon, peppercorn gravy, green apple slaw, maple syrup, red chile aioli, scallions, waffle tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Slow Roasted Angus Brisket - $19: barbacoa style, red chile mayo, avocado corn pico, queso blanco, micro cilantro, comté cheese encrusted flour tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Steak - $19: portobello mushrooms, queso blanco, crispy red onion, Mexican oregano, corn tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chimichurri Steak - $19: grilled flank steak, buttered cilantro basmati rice, chimichurri, avocado, pickled fresnos, queso fresco, cilantro, flour tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Smash Burger - $19: peppered bacon, smoked cheddar, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, velvet sauce, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Quesa Birria Pork Duo - $18: slow-roasted pulled pork, gruyere cheese, queso listo, pickled red onion, cilantro, griddled corn tortillas, birria consomé for dipping
- Korean Fried Rice - $18: slow-roasted pulled pork, gochujang egg fried rice, red chile aioli, pickled red onion, jalapenos, grilled pineapple, cilantro, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Mexi-Cali Shrimp - $19: blackened shrimp, napa slaw, sriracha aioli, avocado, roasted corn pico, micro cilantro, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Grilled Salmon - $19: napa slaw, citrus lime crema, pickled fresnos, roasted corn pico, avocado crema, micro cilantro, corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Fish n' Chips - $19: beer battered cod, curry aioli, french fries, malt vinegar, napa slaw, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Beer Battered Cauliflower - $18: queso blanco, sabor hot sauce, avocado, roasted corn pico, candied pepitas, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Fried Paneer Cheese - $18: tomato chutney, tikka sauce, raita crema, Thai basil, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Nashville Hot Tofu - $18: crispy tofu, napa slaw, ranch crema, house brined pickles, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Velvet Bowls
- Spicy Tikka Chicken Bowl - $18: crisp tenders or rotisserie chicken, spicy tikka sauce, raita crema, marinated red cabbage, cucumber, Thai basil, buttered cilantro basmati rice
- Rotisserie Chicken or Steak Bowl - $19: rotisserie chicken or grilled steak, queso blanco, roasted corn pico, black beans, guacamole, avocado crema, charred tomato poblano salsa, cilantro, buttered cilantro basmati rice
- Slow-Roasted Angus Brisket Bowl - $19: barbacoa style brisket, queso blanco, roasted corn pico, black beans, guacamole, red chile aioli, comté cheese tortilla halves, micro cilantro, buttered cilantro basmati rice
- Seasonal Veggie Bowl - $18: seasonal roasted veggies, guacamole, roasted corn pico, avocado crema, pickled onion, queso blanco, napa slaw, buttered cilantro basmati rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mexi-Cali Shrimp Bowl - $19: blackened shrimp, napa slaw, roasted corn pico, sriracha aioli, guacamole, micro cilantro, buttered cilantro basmati rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Sides
- Red Curry Coconut Queso & Chips - $55: pickled onion, queso fresco, Thai basil, blue corn chips
- Queso Blanco & Chips - $55: chimichurri, Velvet Taco heat sauce, cilantro, blue corn chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Classic Guac & Chips - $55: avocado, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, red onion, blue corn chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse
- Elote & Chips - $60: queso listo, Valentina, crema, queso fresco, lime, blue corn chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Crisp Tots & Sunny Egg - $12: herb goat cheese, smoked cheddar, avocado crema, chile butter, peppered bacon, scallions
- Brisket Nachos - $15: slow-roasted angus brisket, queso blanco, blue corn chips, roasted corn pico, citrus lime crema, chimichurri, queso fresco, cilantro
Desserts
- Red Velvet Cake - $45: house made red velvet cake, cream cheese frosting, cajeta drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Gallon Sweet Tea/Black Tea - $12: Serves 8-10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Can Soda - $3.75: Coke, Diet Coke, or Dr. Pepper
- Velvet Taco Bottle Water - $2.5: Bottled water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Kick Ass Margarita - $50: Lunazul premium blanco tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, agave nectar. Rocks or Frozen. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Sangrita - $50: red wine blend, kick ass margarita, boozy pineapples and apples
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