Velvet Taco – Mexican
This high-energy destination reimagines the taco as a vibrant canvas for global fusion, where a bustling open kitchen turns out bold, unconventional creations in a sleek, modern setting. The air is thick with the aroma of slow-roasted Angus brisket and sizzling chimichurri steak, while adventurous combinations like spicy tikka chicken and chicken-and-waffles push the boundaries of traditional street food. Every handheld bite offers a vibrant collision of textures and cultures, creating a fast-paced dining experience that feels like a world tour in a single meal.
3411, McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75204 https://velvettaco.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Velvet Taco
Dairy-Free at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Classic Guac & Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Classic Guac & Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mexi-Cali Shrimp, Nashville Hot Tofu and Seasonal Veggie Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rotisserie Chicken, Grilled Salmon and Grilled Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Guac & Chips, Kick Ass Margarita - Small Group and Velvet Taco Bottle Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 14 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nashville Hot Tofu, Seasonal Veggie Bowl and Elote & Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Salmon and Velvet Taco Bottle Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco in Dallas has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sangrita - Small Group. 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 Velvet Taco
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Quesa Birria Pork Duo | 2.1 g | 66.6 g |
| Crisp Tots & Sunny Egg | 21.4 g | 66 g |
| Elote & Chips | 45.8 g | 54.5 g |
| Slow-Roasted Angus Brisket Bowl | 49.2 g | 49.8 g |
| Beer Battered Cauliflower | 75.9 g | 49.2 g |
| Slow Roasted Angus Brisket | 58 g | 46.9 g |
| Rotisserie Chicken or Steak Bowl | 47.6 g | 45.7 g |
| Korean Fried Rice | 110.3 g | 40.8 g |
| Spicy Tikka Chicken | 91.7 g | 31.8 g |
| Spicy Tikka Chicken Bowl | 25.6 g | 31 g |
| Grilled Steak | 0.8 g | 30 g |
| Buffalo Chicken | 25.4 g | 28.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rotisserie Chicken - $18: Queso blanco, roasted corn pico, charred tomato poblano salsa, cilantro, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Waffle - $18: Crisp tenders, peppered bacon, peppercorn gravy, green apple slaw, maple syrup, red chile aioli, scallions, waffle tortilla Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Slow Roasted Angus Brisket - $19: Barbacoa style, red chile mayo, avocado corn pico, queso blanco, micro cilantro, comté cheese encrusted flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Steak - $19: Portobello mushrooms, queso blanco, crispy red onion, Mexican oregano, corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chimichurri Steak - $19: Grilled flank steak, buttered cilantro basmati rice, chimichurri, avocado, pickled fresnos, queso fresco, cilantro, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Smash Burger - $19: Peppered bacon, smoked cheddar, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, velvet sauce, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesa Birria Pork Duo - $18: Slow-roasted pulled pork, gruyere cheese, queso listo, pickled red onion, cilantro, griddled corn tortillas, birria consomé for dipping Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexi-Cali Shrimp - $19: Blackened shrimp, napa slaw, sriracha aioli, avocado, roasted corn pico, micro cilantro, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon - $19: Napa slaw, citrus lime crema, pickled fresnos, roasted corn pico, avocado crema, micro cilantro, corn tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish n' Chips - $19: Beer battered cod, curry aioli, french fries, malt vinegar, napa slaw, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Battered Cauliflower - $18: Queso blanco, sabor hot sauce, avocado, roasted corn pico, candied pepitas, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Paneer Cheese - $18: Tomato chutney, tikka sauce, raita crema, Thai basil, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville Hot Tofu - $18: Crispy tofu, napa slaw, ranch crema, house brined pickles, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Velvet Bowls
- Spicy Tikka Chicken Bowl - $14.5: Crisp tenders or rotisserie chicken, spicy tikka sauce, raita crema, marinated red cabbage, cucumber, Thai basil, buttered cilantro basmati rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rotisserie Chicken or Steak Bowl - $15.5: Rotisserie chicken or grilled steak, queso blanco, roasted corn pico, black beans, guacamole, avocado crema, charred tomato poblano salsa, cilantro, buttered cilantro basmati rice Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Slow-Roasted Angus Brisket Bowl - $16.5: Barbacoa style brisket, queso blanco, roasted corn pico, black beans, guacamole, red chile aioli, comté cheese tortilla halves, micro cilantro, buttered cilantro basmati rice Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Veggie Bowl - $13.5: Seasonal roasted veggies, guacamole, roasted corn pico, avocado crema, pickled onion, queso blanco, napa slaw, buttered cilantro basmati rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexi-Cali Shrimp Bowl - $15.5: Blackened shrimp, napa slaw, roasted corn pico, sriracha aioli, guacamole, micro cilantro, buttered cilantro basmati rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Red Curry Coconut Queso & Chips - $55: Pickled onion, queso fresco, Thai basil, blue corn chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Blanco & Chips - $55: Chimichurri, Velvet Taco heat sauce, cilantro, blue corn chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Guac & Chips - $55: Avocado, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, red onion, blue corn chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elote & Chips - $60: Queso listo, Valentina, crema, queso fresco, lime, blue corn chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crisp Tots & Sunny Egg - $9.5: Herb goat cheese, smoked cheddar, avocado crema, chile butter, peppered bacon, scallions Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brisket Nachos - $12.5: Slow-roasted angus brisket, queso blanco, blue corn chips, roasted corn pico, citrus lime crema, chimichurri, queso fresco, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Red Velvet Cake - Half - $45: House made red velvet cake, cream cheese frosting, cajeta drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Red Velvet Cake - Whole - $70: House made red velvet cake, cream cheese frosting, cajeta drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Gallon Sweet Tea - $12: Serves 8-10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Kick Ass Margarita - Small Group - $50: Rocks or Frozen, serves 6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Kick Ass Margarita - Large Group - $80: Rocks or Frozen, serves 12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sangrita - Small Group - $50: Red wine blend, kick ass margarita, boozy fruit, serves 6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Velvet Taco
- Is Velvet Taco dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Velvet Taco has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Classic Guac & Chips.
- What can I eat at Velvet Taco on a dairy-free diet?
- Classic Guac & Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Velvet Taco have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Classic Guac & Chips and Kick Ass Margarita - Small Group.
- Is Velvet Taco 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 Velvet Taco?
- Quesa Birria Pork Duo, at roughly 66.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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