Best Tacos on South Congress
Looking for authentic tacos in SoCo? Here are our top picks.
South Congress (78704) is one of Austin’s highest foot-traffic corridors — expect a mix of tourists, locals, and festival crowds year-round.
Güero's Taco Bar
Güero's Taco Bar
$$Located at 1412 S Congress Ave, Güero's has been serving Austin since 1986. They're open daily from 11am-10pm and have an amazing oak-shaded patio.
The oak-shaded patio is prime real estate — go early for lunch (before 11:45am) or mid-afternoon to avoid the rush and snag a table without a wait.
The al pastor is incredible - perfectly seasoned with a nice char. Service can be slow during peak hours but the margaritas make the wait worthwhile.
Weekend dinner and festival weekends can mean 30–45 minute waits. Parking on South Congress fills fast — rideshare or side-street parking is often easier.
Expect to spend around $15–20 per person before drinks. Margaritas will push that closer to $25+.
- Legendary al pastor
- Beautiful oak-shaded patio
- Strong margaritas
- Austin institution since 1986
- Prime SoCo location
- Slow service during peak hours
- Tourist-heavy crowds
- Limited dedicated parking
A South Congress classic that delivers consistent Tex-Mex in one of the city’s most iconic settings. Come for the patio, stay for the al pastor — just plan around peak times.
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