Taco Buddha,

11111 Manchester Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122

"First time visiting and I was greeted with a big smile from the two hostesses. They explained everything nicely. I chose a place to sit and I opted to scan the QR code and order online. I chose one Del Rio and one Jodhpur taco. The tacos came out quick and they looked delicious and big. Both tacos are packed full and they have a ton of flavor. This is a niche restaurant that is focusing on delivering high end tacos and they’re succeeding. The restaurant has a positive vibe and the staff are ultra helpful and friendly. I would order these tacos again but I’ll try a couple different ones on my next visit. They have their own parking lot on the east side of the building."

"Stopped here on a whim while stuck in traffic on Manchester and I'm excited for this find! Easy in and out right off Manchester with ample parking. The environment is colorful and full of positive energy. I sat on the gorgeous outdoor deck. There was table side service for water, serving, and clearing. Orders are placed either through a QR code and delivered to your table or at the bar. I think the management style allows for a smoother dining experience with extremely attentive staff. I ordered the guacamole appetizer that is supposedly made fresh and served with fresh homemade chips. It was pretty basic but tasty. Tacos are served à la cart. They recommend two for a full meal. The menu is full of unique choices with vegetarian, pescatarian, and gluten free options throughout. I got the Galveston with New Mexico spiced cauliflower. The Baja sauce was full of spice while remaining palatable. The corn salsa and social sauce perfectly complimented this unique taco. I also got a Jodhpur with tandoori style grilled chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon, and masala. I haven't eaten chicken in about a year but this menu choice called to me and it was worth the exception. Finally, it won't be Mexican without a margarita. They described the frozen Margarita as "famous" so I figured I have a duty to try. It is still frozen up until the moment it is served so it isn't your average watered down frozen Margarita. It was extremely flavorful. Not unique, but decidedly delicious. I'm excited to share this fantastic find and can't wait to return!"

"Pretty good food, horrible parking lot. The Nashville taco ($5.25 - hot chicken) was really good. The Del Rio ($5.95 - brisket) was a little disappointing – the meat was a bit dry and chewy, making it hard to eat. I also ordered chips and salsa ($4.25) because it looked similar to Chevy’s smoky grilled salsa – my favorite. It wasn’t bad but didn’t have much flavor. Definitely not worth $4.25, especially since they give you plenty of chips but only a tiny bowl of salsa (see my before and after photos). It seems like they should offer free refills of chips and salsa. They have both still and sparkling self-serve water, and you can order three ways: counter, table service, or QR code. I opted to order and pay via QR code and it was easy and convenient. The parking situation is a nightmare. Turning in off Manchester, you make an immediate right to a row of about 4 spaces, all of which are always filled. Then you pull around behind the restaurant and see the row of curbside only spaces before either exiting to Manchester or doing another loop. I understand that they’re doing the best they can with the limited space, but it’s not clear what the intended parking situation is, as there’s plenty of seating inside but inadequate parking that I’ve seen back up into Manchester Rd. Overall, it was about $20 for a lunch of two tacos, chips, salsa, and water. For that price, I’d rather go to Rosalita’s (where their salsa is amazing, unlimited, and free). But skipping the chips and salsa next time, I’m sure I’ll be back, but only during non-peak hours."