UPDATE: the tacos and frozen margaritas are still on point. Excellent service.Review from 4 years ago: Best gourmet tacos in St. Louis! My favorite tacos are carne asada, fried Baja fish, and beef brisket. The frozen margaritas, especially the strawberry and pineapple, are dangerously delicious. I love all Mission Taco Joint restaurants in St. Louis (same menu), but was ecstatic when this one opened in the CWE. Great staff and service. The food comes rather quickly and is always fresh.
MBK
Not up to the Hype. Shrimp is okay. This place don't allow reservation. Have to wait 20 mins for the 7 th person to arrive till then table was not given even for 6 people. Food is not upto expectation.
Abigael Schneider
The mango shrimp taco is TO DIE FOR!!! Great food, nice atmosphere, and fantastic, friendly service! Will definitely be back! ??
Kelly T.
Great location, average food. Logistically, this restaurant is located in the heart of the CWE and parking is accordingly difficult/expensive. I went to Mission Taco on a Saturday night with a group of six. We were surprisingly able to be seated promptly as it was not too busy. Wait staff was initially extremely attentive, and came to our table several times within minutes before we were ready to order. We were then abandoned for quite some time with no water, which was unfortunate. Of the menu items, the appetizers are definitely the best part. I really enjoyed the mushroom taco as well, which is a non-traditional and refreshing taco with goat cheese, mushrooms, and arugula. I also got the chorizo taco, which was fairly spicy with a somewhat offputting texture (to me at least). My friends got the spicy margs and said they were tasty and definitely had a strong spicy kick. Overall, there are probably better places you can go in the CWE, but I'd come back just for the mushroom taco and some appetizers.
Ryan W.
A good spot for decent tacos and decent margaritas but nothing special. Our table shared guac, queso, and chicken flautas which were all good. Each of us ordered two or three tacos. The most notable were the BBQ duck and the shrimp. Similar to the food the margaritas were good not great. If you really want tacos and margaritas, then this will satisfy the craving but there are better places for both
Celine Aka-Koffi
UPDATE: the tacos and frozen margaritas are still on point. Excellent service.Review from 4 years ago: Best gourmet tacos in St. Louis! My favorite tacos are carne asada, fried Baja fish, and beef brisket. The frozen margaritas, especially the strawberry and pineapple, are dangerously delicious. I love all Mission Taco Joint restaurants in St. Louis (same menu), but was ecstatic when this one opened in the CWE. Great staff and service. The food comes rather quickly and is always fresh.
Rose W.
The service was great considering they were super busy because it was Saturday night and there was an event going on! We got the Paloma and Firing Squad. Both drinks were nice. The Paloma was slightly tart, ice cold, and refreshing, but the rim had a lot of salt on it (again, very busy, so no big deal). The Firing Squad resembled a very smokey margarita. We started with the chips and guac. Nothing special, nothing bad. The cheese doesn't add flavor, and I prefer chunky guacamole, but we ate it! We also got the side of Mexican street corn, which was probably the best thing we ordered! It's slightly charred and sweet. You can eat it on its own or add it to the tacos! The beer battered fish taco was moist and had a great sauce, and the vegetarian "soft taco" reminded me of what the typical homemade beef taco tastes like (haven't had one in years). I was told the carne asada, beef tinga, and hot chicken tacos were fine, with the hot chicken taco being the most flavorful and resembling chicken from Chick-Fil-A - whether that's good or bad is up to you! The portobello mushroom taco was sooooo bad though! I only had one bite, and it was super wet and lacked any seasoning... Avoid that one! Overall, the host, servers, and even the busser provided great service and were very friendly and inviting! Loved the pride shirts some employees were wearing, too. I might be back for the Mexican street corn and fish tacos!
Garrett Hopkins
Hannah served us tonight, and lovely would be an understatement. Very attentive and connective, as well as quick on her feet. I manage a retail environment and employees like this are a dime a dozen. Even though the item we came in for was unavailable, she provided an excellent experience for us.
Alexandria A.
I'm just going to start off by saying. NOTHING BUT VIBES!! I love this location in the central west end. They have indoor and out door seating. I sat outside and enjoyed the weather and the amazing jazz band that played across the street. The waiter was great and explained the menu very well. I ordered the beef empanadas as an appetizer they were delicious. I also ordered a mango habanero shrimp taco and a hot fried chicken taco. Both delicious, the hot fried chicken taco was SUPER spicy! Definitely a great spot for tacos and great vibes.
Recently went to Mission Taco Joint with my daughter in the Central West End. It was great! I haven’t eaten here in awhile so it was nice to revisit it. It was nice evening and we were able to sit outside and enjoy the weather. Food was great and our waitress was very attentive. Next time you visit St. Louis or find yourself in the Central West End looking for a fun, casual night out, Mission Taco Joint is definitely a restaurant you should consider.
Stephen Lewis
Fast service, great employees, good vibes. Theres outdoor seating for nice days, well lit inside.I had chicken and shrimp tacos, plus a vegan burrito (CA). All very well presented and taste just as good.I would definitely return here for sure! Next time is tequila time!!!
Stephen Schott
Mission was really delicious. We had great service and the meal was timely and affordable. I would highly recommend experiencing the tequila drinks along with the tacos.
G R.
Fun place, nice folks. I came in probably 45 minutes before closing on a weeknight, so not a busy time. So I was able to talk to my server for a bit, young guy that just moved back from studying at SIU which isn't far away, so he knows the area. I just bought a place in the CWE as they call it, and he was telling me about things to do and also downtown which isn't too far away. But to the food, real creative tacos, I had a beer battered BLT taco, the bacon being what's beer battered, elotas and Margarita and a churro for dessert. Everything very good, the drink could have been a bit stronger.
Nicole K.
Low-key, this is the best Mission location. The vibe is amazing and the food is incredible! Get the sangria!
MidParking: Bad
Recommended dishes: Chips & Salsa
UPDATE: the tacos and frozen margaritas are still on point. Excellent service.Review from 4 years ago: Best gourmet tacos in St. Louis! My favorite tacos are carne asada, fried Baja fish, and beef brisket. The frozen margaritas, especially the strawberry and pineapple, are dangerously delicious. I love all Mission Taco Joint restaurants in St. Louis (same menu), but was ecstatic when this one opened in the CWE. Great staff and service. The food comes rather quickly and is always fresh.
Not up to the Hype. Shrimp is okay. This place don't allow reservation. Have to wait 20 mins for the 7 th person to arrive till then table was not given even for 6 people. Food is not upto expectation.
The mango shrimp taco is TO DIE FOR!!! Great food, nice atmosphere, and fantastic, friendly service! Will definitely be back! ??
Great location, average food. Logistically, this restaurant is located in the heart of the CWE and parking is accordingly difficult/expensive. I went to Mission Taco on a Saturday night with a group of six. We were surprisingly able to be seated promptly as it was not too busy. Wait staff was initially extremely attentive, and came to our table several times within minutes before we were ready to order. We were then abandoned for quite some time with no water, which was unfortunate. Of the menu items, the appetizers are definitely the best part. I really enjoyed the mushroom taco as well, which is a non-traditional and refreshing taco with goat cheese, mushrooms, and arugula. I also got the chorizo taco, which was fairly spicy with a somewhat offputting texture (to me at least). My friends got the spicy margs and said they were tasty and definitely had a strong spicy kick. Overall, there are probably better places you can go in the CWE, but I'd come back just for the mushroom taco and some appetizers.
A good spot for decent tacos and decent margaritas but nothing special. Our table shared guac, queso, and chicken flautas which were all good. Each of us ordered two or three tacos. The most notable were the BBQ duck and the shrimp. Similar to the food the margaritas were good not great. If you really want tacos and margaritas, then this will satisfy the craving but there are better places for both
UPDATE: the tacos and frozen margaritas are still on point. Excellent service.Review from 4 years ago: Best gourmet tacos in St. Louis! My favorite tacos are carne asada, fried Baja fish, and beef brisket. The frozen margaritas, especially the strawberry and pineapple, are dangerously delicious. I love all Mission Taco Joint restaurants in St. Louis (same menu), but was ecstatic when this one opened in the CWE. Great staff and service. The food comes rather quickly and is always fresh.
The service was great considering they were super busy because it was Saturday night and there was an event going on! We got the Paloma and Firing Squad. Both drinks were nice. The Paloma was slightly tart, ice cold, and refreshing, but the rim had a lot of salt on it (again, very busy, so no big deal). The Firing Squad resembled a very smokey margarita. We started with the chips and guac. Nothing special, nothing bad. The cheese doesn't add flavor, and I prefer chunky guacamole, but we ate it! We also got the side of Mexican street corn, which was probably the best thing we ordered! It's slightly charred and sweet. You can eat it on its own or add it to the tacos! The beer battered fish taco was moist and had a great sauce, and the vegetarian "soft taco" reminded me of what the typical homemade beef taco tastes like (haven't had one in years). I was told the carne asada, beef tinga, and hot chicken tacos were fine, with the hot chicken taco being the most flavorful and resembling chicken from Chick-Fil-A - whether that's good or bad is up to you! The portobello mushroom taco was sooooo bad though! I only had one bite, and it was super wet and lacked any seasoning... Avoid that one! Overall, the host, servers, and even the busser provided great service and were very friendly and inviting! Loved the pride shirts some employees were wearing, too. I might be back for the Mexican street corn and fish tacos!
Hannah served us tonight, and lovely would be an understatement. Very attentive and connective, as well as quick on her feet. I manage a retail environment and employees like this are a dime a dozen. Even though the item we came in for was unavailable, she provided an excellent experience for us.
I'm just going to start off by saying. NOTHING BUT VIBES!! I love this location in the central west end. They have indoor and out door seating. I sat outside and enjoyed the weather and the amazing jazz band that played across the street. The waiter was great and explained the menu very well. I ordered the beef empanadas as an appetizer they were delicious. I also ordered a mango habanero shrimp taco and a hot fried chicken taco. Both delicious, the hot fried chicken taco was SUPER spicy! Definitely a great spot for tacos and great vibes.
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Recently went to Mission Taco Joint with my daughter in the Central West End. It was great! I haven’t eaten here in awhile so it was nice to revisit it. It was nice evening and we were able to sit outside and enjoy the weather. Food was great and our waitress was very attentive. Next time you visit St. Louis or find yourself in the Central West End looking for a fun, casual night out, Mission Taco Joint is definitely a restaurant you should consider.
Fast service, great employees, good vibes. Theres outdoor seating for nice days, well lit inside.I had chicken and shrimp tacos, plus a vegan burrito (CA). All very well presented and taste just as good.I would definitely return here for sure! Next time is tequila time!!!
Mission was really delicious. We had great service and the meal was timely and affordable. I would highly recommend experiencing the tequila drinks along with the tacos.
Fun place, nice folks. I came in probably 45 minutes before closing on a weeknight, so not a busy time. So I was able to talk to my server for a bit, young guy that just moved back from studying at SIU which isn't far away, so he knows the area. I just bought a place in the CWE as they call it, and he was telling me about things to do and also downtown which isn't too far away. But to the food, real creative tacos, I had a beer battered BLT taco, the bacon being what's beer battered, elotas and Margarita and a churro for dessert. Everything very good, the drink could have been a bit stronger.
Low-key, this is the best Mission location. The vibe is amazing and the food is incredible! Get the sangria!