4.7
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Velvet Taco (Washington Ave)
4.7 x (4,000+) • 1640.8 mi • Gourmet • Gluten Free Friendly • Vegetarian Friendly • Tacos • New American • Alcohol • $ • Info
4819 Washington Ave
Velvet Taco on Washington Ave in Houston's Memorial neighborhood offers a creative twist on traditional tacos. The menu features an eclectic mix of options such as the Spicy Tikka Chicken, Buffalo Chicken, Kobe... More
Velvet Taco on Washington Ave in Houston's Memorial neighborhood offers a creative twist on traditional tacos. The menu features an eclectic mix of options such as the Spicy Tikka Chicken, Buffalo Chicken, Kobe Smash Burger, and Mexi-Cali Shrimp, all popular among patrons. The restaurant caters to various dietary preferences with gluten-free choices like the Roasted Tikka Chicken and the Mexi-Cali Shrimp. For those with a sweet tooth, Red Velvet Cake is available, and an array of boozy libations including a variety of margaritas complements the meal. Rated approximately 4.2, Velvet Taco is a favored evening destination for its inventive taco selections. Less
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Rating and reviews
"The tacos are always delicious! They follow instructions well when making adjustments on your food which I really appreciate! Highly recommend!"
• Alondra C. • 08/01/22
"The best soft tacos I’ve ever had!! Excellent dip and chips too! Very nice surprise!"
• Stephanie S. • 02/03/22
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Sunday - Wednesday
11:00 AM - 10:45 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 11:45 PM
Friday - Saturday
11:00 AM - 3:45 AM
Featured items
Fan Favorites
- #3 Spicy Tikka Chicken$6.60 • 94% (142)Spicy Tikka Chicken, crisp tenders, spicy tikka sauce, buttered cilantro basmati rice, raita crema, Thai basil, flour tortilla | 430 cal.
- #10 Kobe Smash Burger$7.45 • 92% (42)Kobe smash burger*, peppered bacon, smoked cheddar, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, velvet sauce, flour tortilla | 390 cal.*Cooked to order; these items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
- #8 Korean Fried Rice$6.60 • 95% (64)Korean fried rice, slow-roasted pulled pork, gochujang egg fried rice, red chile aioli, pickled red onion, jalapenos, grilled pineapple, cilantro, flour tortilla | 420 cal.
- #17 Mexi-Cali Shrimp$7.45 • 91% (71)Mexi-Cali Shrimp, Blackened shrimp, napa slaw, sriracha aioli, avocado, corn pico (contains cilantro), micro cilantro, flour tortilla | 280 cal.
- Red Curry Coconut Queso$7.45 • 85% (7)Red Curry Coconut Queso, pickled onion, queso fresco, Thai basil, blue corn chips | 560 cal.** Red curry coconut queso contains traces of shellfish.
- #6.5 Beer Battered Cauliflower$6.20 • 97% (46)Beer Battered Cauliflower, queso blanco, sabor hot sauce, avocado, roasted corn pico (contains cilantro), candied pepitas, flour tortilla | 300 cal.
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- Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle$7.45 • 80% (5)Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle, crisp Nashville tenders, peppered bacon, peppercorn gravy, green apple slaw, maple syrup, red chile aioli, scallions, waffle tortilla | 590 cal.
- Chicken Cordon Bleu$7.20Chicken Cordon Bleu, crisp tenders, honey ham, honey dijon, gruyere, white queso, scallions, flour tortilla | 680 cal.
Chick
- #1 Buffalo Chicken$6.60 • 88% (26)Buffalo Chicken, crisp tenders, house buffalo sauce, carrots, blue cheese, ranch crema, flour tortilla | 390 cal.
- #3 Spicy Tikka Chicken$6.60 • 88% (63)Spicy Tikka Chicken, crisp tenders, spicy tikka sauce, buttered cilantro basmati rice, raita crema, Thai basil, flour tortilla | 420 cal.
- #2 Rotisserie Chicken$6.60 • 85% (14)Rotisserie Chicken, queso blanco, roasted corn pico (contains cilantro), charred tomato poblano salsa, cilantro, flour tortilla | 330 cal.
- #3.5 Picnic Chicken$6.90 • 90% (11)Picnic Chicken, rotisserie chicken, avocado crema, warm honey-dijon potato salad, crispy chicken skin, cilantro, flour tortilla | 400 cal.
- #18 Chicken & Waffle$7.20 • 90% (10)Chicken & Waffle, crisp tenders, peppered bacon, peppercorn gravy, green apple slaw, maple syrup, red chile aioli, scallions, house made waffle tortilla | 490 cal.
Veg
- #4 Nashville Hot Tofu$5.95 • 85% (7)Nashville Hot Tofu, crispy tofu, napa slaw, ranch crema, house brined pickles, flour tortilla | 400 cal.
- #6.5 Beer Battered Cauliflower$6.20 • 100% (8)Beer Battered Cauliflower, queso blanco, sabor hot sauce, avocado, roasted corn pico (contains cilantro), candied pepitas, flour tortilla | 300 cal.
- #5 Fried Paneer$6.20 • 77% (9)Fried Paneer, tomato chutney, tikka sauce, raita crema, Thai basil, flour tortilla | 320 cal.
Pork
- #7 Cuban Pig$6.20 • 87% (8)Cuban pig, slow-roasted pulled pork, gruyere cheese, honey ham, peppered bacon, mustard aioli, house brined pickles, crisp flour tortilla | 440 cal.
- #8 Korean Fried Rice$6.60 • 100% (4)Korean fried rice, slow-roasted pulled pork, gochujang egg fried rice, red chile aioli, pickled red onion, jalapenos, grilled pineapple, cilantro, flour tortilla | 420 cal.
- *NEW* #9 Quesa Birria Duo$7.45 • 66% (3)Quesa birria duo, slow-roasted pulled pork, gruyere cheese, queso listo, pickled red onion, cilantro, griddled corn tortilla, birria consomé for dipping | 600 cal.Ingredients are gluten free. However, the ingredients are cooked in the same area as items that may contain gluten.
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- Rating and reviews
4.7
•4000+ Ratings •
33 Reviews
Kirsten S.• 05/18/24Good stuff
Diya P.• 04/28/24soft tortillas!
Allison C.• 04/27/24LOVE ordering from here. Consistently amazing.
Michael W.• 04/21/24Excellent
Jessica R.• 03/20/24Best tacos in houston!
Crystal C.• 12/27/23Yummy
Ebony H.• 12/03/23The food was amazing as always.
Brooke B.• 11/26/23Great
Stephanie W.• 11/25/23always a great option and lends itself well to delivery!
John H.• 10/29/23Delicious
Anne F.• 09/30/23Salmon tacos were absolutely delicious. You’ve me made a forever velvet taco lover
Erskine B.• 08/30/23Best late night /early morning spot in the city!
CHAMARIO C.• 08/01/23Always delicious
CHAMARIO C.• 07/13/23Delicious
CHAMARIO C.• 07/11/23Perfect
Greesha P.• 07/10/23Good food
Priscilla P.• 06/27/23Their queso is super yummy
Mrugesh W.• 06/08/23good food
Antonio S.• 03/03/23Love their Weekly Taco Features and the Elote is unparalleled.
Lisa R.• 02/19/23Tiki Maui Tacos and Red Velvet Cake the best!
Alexis W.• 01/28/23Delicious!
Laura H.• 01/13/23Why is everything SO GOOD here??
Hernan L.• 11/19/22great!!
Jeffrey F.• 09/24/22Awesome!
Shilpana B.• 08/14/22Best taco in my life!
Alondra C.• 08/01/22The tacos are always delicious! They follow instructions well when making adjustments on your food which I really appreciate! Highly recommend!
David M.• 06/21/22The best tacos I’ve ever had
Stephanie S.• 02/03/22The best soft tacos I’ve ever had!! Excellent dip and chips too! Very nice surprise!
GARY M.• 01/19/22Awesome driver.
Jasmine O.• 12/23/21Love it
Toni W.• 12/12/21Awesome!!!
Leeandra E.• 12/10/21Super Yummy!
Taniah B.• 11/30/21The best gourmet tacos that I’ve ever had
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