Taco Roc
6960 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN, 37421
Taco Roc Menu
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Diabetics at Taco Bell
The biggest concern for diabetics is to find healthy food with less sugar at restaurants. The hunt for the right food becomes even more challenging for diabetics when dining at a fast food restaurant. Well, Taco Bell changes that with Fresco style. Simply ask or order an item from the Taco Bell menu in Fresco Style.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Taco Bell:
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Fresco Steak Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 4g Fat (1.5g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 17g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 10g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco – Shredded Chicken
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco Beef
Nutrition Fact: 160 calories, 6g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 480mg sodium, 18g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Bean Burrito
Nutrition Fact: 380 calories, 11g Fat (4g Sat. Fat), 1060mg sodium, 55g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 9g Fiber, 14g Protein
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for Diabetics:
You must avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes at Taco Bell if you have diabetes. Almost every beverage offered at Taco Bell contains high sugar content.
High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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High Blood Pressure at Taco Bell
People with high blood pressure must avoid food with high sodium levels. You can either ask the people at Taco Bell to add less salt in your food or choose the food items with less sodium content or customize your order using Taco Bell's own nutrition calculator.
Food Suggestions to Control Blood Pressure at Taco Bell:
Fresco Chicken Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Grilled Breakfast Burrito - Sausage
Nutrition Fact: 340 calories, 17g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 730mg sodium, 36g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 11g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Blood Pressure:
Taco Bell offers a wide range of Grande Scrambler Burritos, Crunch wraps, and Quesadillas which are high in sodium. It is important to limit the sodium intake at Taco Bell and avoid any meal with over 750-800mg sodium.
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High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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About Taco Bell
Taco Bell is a haven for Mexican delicacies such as tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos, and other specialty items. Owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. Taco Bell is one of the fastest growing American chains of fast food restaurants. The restaurant operates from 7,072 different locations which are mostly run by independent franchisees and licensees.
The background story of Taco Bell is interesting and inspiring for budding entrepreneurs. The fast-food brand is the brainchild of Glen Bell, who started his first food venture as a hot dog seller in San Bernardino, California. The year was 1948. After witnessing long queues outside a Mexican restaurant called Mitla Café across the street, Bell saw the opportunity and demand for hard-shelled Tacos. He reverse-engineered the recipe and later started selling Tacos and called the venture Taco-Tia.
Later, the name changed from Taco-Tia to El Taco. Eventually, Glen Bell sold the company to his partner and opened the first Taco Bell in Downey in 1962. By 1964, the restaurant also got its first franchise in Torrance. The 100th Taco Bell restaurant was opened by 1965. PepsiCo acquired Taco Bell from Glen Bell in 1978 and the restaurant brand is currently a subsidiary of Yum! Brands which looks after the restaurant business of PepsiCo.
Healthy Food Options at Taco Bell
You may believe that a healthy lifestyle doesn't go well at a fast food restaurant. Well, that's not the case with Taco Bell. Surprisingly Taco Bell offers a variety of healthy options, thanks to the in-house registered dietician who monitors the whole menu. The dietician ensures that each item on the menu is free from additives and preservatives, colors, and artificial flavors. The dietician also ensures that the food served at Taco Bell doesn't contain high-fructose corn syrup, low sodium levels, and reduced use of partially hydrogenated oil.
More than 75% of food items served at Taco Bell falls under 500 calories. Taco Bell also features the Fresco Style option which helps the customers to maintain healthy diet plan without missing out on taste. In Fresco style option, Taco Bell switches pico de gallo with cheese, sour cream, guac, and mayo-based sauce. Taco Bell takes care of almost every health preference of its customers.
Tips for Dining at Taco Bell
Diabetics can also try other Fresco styled Taco items such as Fresco Crunchy Taco, Fresco Grilled Steak, and Fresco Soft Taco Beef. These are other healthy alternatives of Tacos for diabetics which contains an adequate amount of starch and minimum or no fat content. Switch the regular sauce or cheese with pico de gallo and you can easily reduce the sodium intake and fat content for your body. It will help maintain blood pressure levels and control high cholesterol.
Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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Address :
6960 Lee Hwy
Chattanooga, TN, 37421 - Phone (423) 653-1001
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Opening Hours
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Loud
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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Lindsay W.
Taco Roc is, hands down, the most authentic Mexican food in Chattanooga. You can get the average American Mexican food here - hard tacos, refried beans, rice - but why? Their street style tacos or the Taco Roc plate are vastly better and more interesting. They offer a variety of meats, from basic ground beef and sliced chicken to chorizo, barbacoa, and chiles verde and rojo. The tortillas are delicious, and even the cheese dip is a notch above the usual. The salsa bar is great: cilantro, onions, limes, fresh jalapenos, grilled jalapenos, several kinds of homemade salsas that vary in heat and ingredients, and a variety of bottled salsas too. My favorite is the avocado-based salsa. Go for the more unfamiliar dishes - you won't regret it. The horchata and agua fresca are both fantastic, too. The space itself isn't particularly refined, and it does indeed feel like stepping into Mexico. It's a bit of a hole in the wall, but that's where the best ethnic food always is. Staff is friendly, in my experience, and service is reasonably quick, given that the kitchen isn't big. Prices are reasonable, too. I'd recommend this to anyone looking for good, authentic Mexican in Chattanooga.
(5)Anne H.
I've always heard awesome things about this place and finally made it here this past weekend. I was not impressed. Came in to grab lunch for myself and the sweetie in the middle of a busy day of chores. Had to wait over 20 minutes for 2 take out meals... Let's just say it would have behooved them to speed up the process. I was not only annoyed by the wait, but it gave me way too long to look around and dissect the interior. The inside was just gross, looked as though it hadn't been cleaned in days. And I'm sure their salsa/sauce self-service bar could be awesome-- if it was clean, refilled and looked after. Indeed, it was not on the Saturday I visited. Once I finally got home, the food I'd waited for wasn't even that great. Everything was a bit bland. And I make better salsa as a gringa than what I was served from there. Very disappointing, especially as there are already so few non-chain restaurants in the area.
(2)Andre' M.
I used to love this place. When my company transferred me to Chattanooga in September 2013, I stayed at a motel up the road for two months and walked to Taco Roc a couple of times per week. I didn't find the staff friendly but loved the salsa bar and food. It seems like the entire staff has turned over and they're much friendlier now. Unfortunately the past couple of times I've gone, I've left somewhat disappointed with the food. I'm either burned out on it or the food isn't as good as it used to be.
(3)Casey L.
Bodega-style setting with solid dinner options. I got the chiles rellenos, which were not seedless (read: spicy), with beans and queso fresco. The horchata was delicious and refreshing! Can't gush about ambiance but if you are looking for authentic Mexican I'd check this place out.
(4)Sparkle T.
Let me begin by making an honest statement: I miss the original Taco Roc! The Good: When Taco Roc first opened, it was a walk-up counter, three booths, and a salsa bar. People had to literally stand to eat. And it was awesome. There was no melted cheese and the owners would not cave to the American palate of Tex-Mex. This was authentic street cart food. And it was sublime! Jesus and his family were awesome and attentive and knew everyone who came in. If they didn't know you, they would remember the next time you stopped by. The new owners did keep the salsa bar with the chopped goodies and sauces. The Mediocre: As far as this expanded version with the new owners and the Americanized Mexican food, it's not bad. But there is very little left of the street cart I once knew. The food is alright, but I'm a tough critic of Mexican fare. The barbacoa burrito or nopales tacos are still my go-to's. The chicken is okay, but can be a touch dry. Granted, there's more seating than before but I think the additional seating was traded for the fresh food in an attempt to make more revenue. The menu has expanded and they now offer a lot of typical things you can find anywhere else...and melted cheese. The Bad: The service is not great and they keep the TVs so loud you can't hear the person across the table from you. They don't bus and clean the tables as frequently as they should, which is a huge turn off for me. The aguas frescas seem to taste like a powdered mix now instead of what they used to offer. All in all, I go back because it's convenient. Not because I crave The Roc. But, again, not bad, not great. Go and make up you're own mind.
(2)Chris D.
It doesn't get more authentic than taco roc. You order in line and then sit and wait for your food. They have entrees as well as single items. The tacos are AWESOME and the portions are very generous even for the largest of appetites. The garnishment bar is the best. You can get diced cilantro, onions, jalapeños, deep fried jalapeños, and about 10 different types of salsa. The interior is very casual and feels like you've just stepped into little Mexico. The only downside for me is the appalling restrooms. But not a deciding factor for my business as I don't eat in the restrooms. Overall I highly recommend taco roc if you're looking for the most authentic Mexican dining experience.
(4)Craig s.
The staff are very friendly and the food is great, this was our first visit. Its like eating in someones kitchen, casual and comfortable.
(4)John J.
Sometimes waitstaff are almost telepathic in their comments. My quest for a decent Mexican or Texmex eatery continues, with my latest attempt involving a visit to an establishment that (from the reviews on record) has had its share of 'ups and downs'; Taco Roc. With decent appetites my office mate and I visited this location on a recent weekday afternoon, shortly after the lunch rush seemed to have passed, at approximately 12:35. The menu items are prominently displayed over and behind the registers, a good idea, for an 'order and sit' type of establishment. I ordered the three taco (beef) dinner (#21?), and my friend ordered a veggie quesadilla. Grabbing our numbers and our soft drink we snagged one of empty several tables and began to wait for our lunch. (And to borrow a line from that great movie, "Casablanca". . "Wait. . . . . and wait. . . . . . . . . . and wait. . . . " Our wait gave us, first-time patrons both, ample time to observe our surroundings and soak in (what has been described on more than one occasion) the "authentic" ambiance of this venerable institution. Doing so was our first mistake, no wait. . . our FIRST mistake was actually visiting this eatery, walking in, and placing an order, but I digress. As the minutes passed and our conversation waned, I noticed dried food remnants on our table. Not a recent skim of remnants, perhaps left behind by an over-loaded wipe-cloth, but debris old enough to be unidentifiable; a grayish crusty coating that allowed me to give thanks that I wore long-sleeves. My gaze moved to the wall adjoining our table and to the dried spatter encrusted there. Over-zealous chip-dipping, perhaps? As I looked over the condiment containers I began to fervently pray that my meal, should it ever appear, be adequately seasoned. By now the meal was twenty minutes ordered, and we had nothing other than empty tummies and a foreboding sense of the impending encounter with our plates to show for our time. Food servers moved languidly across the dirty floor, a summer sun peeked through the hand-stained door and window glass. A couple of dogs, laying in the dark corners would have finished the mural my mind's eye was painting. Not a 'Rivera', by any means. 27 minutes from order to table, my taco dinner arrived. SOGGY corn tacos. The beef, was there any present, would have been awash in a reddish oil that coated an overabundance of onions and green peppers. With hunger-driven dread I took the first bite, and my newly formed opinion was confirmed: I've eaten better meals, with better service, and in a cleaner environment in dirt-streeted Mexican villages. As I finished my last bite, my companion's quesadilla arrived: COLD. Our server, as he slid the plate across the table, pointedly (and I might add 'prophetically/telepathically') mentioned, "This will NEVER happen again!" And we heartedly agreed! The ONLY reason this isn't a one-star review is apparently this establishment does, on occasion, serve decent food and offer acceptable service. However, with the unevenness that this eatery displays, there's just no reason I can recommend taking a chance on spending any of your finite time on earth within the confines of Taco Roc.
(2)Bruce S.
Food was good, but service was horrible. The lady behind the counter looked unhappy and not cheerful. it was my first time and I don't know about a next time. once again, food was good, poor service
(3)Rodney P.
Not a big fan of Mexican. But this place is so authentic; the food is just delicious. And I'm in Chattanooga, Tennessee!! Whodathunkit!!!
(4)Lenee E.
I have been wanting to try this place for a long time and I'm so glad I did! This place is authentic Mexican. The prices are fair and the food is delicious. The restaurant itself is a little dated, but I didn't feel like it was dirty. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting an authentic Mexican meal.
(5)Sam L.
Restaurant is hidden in a little strip by intersection and food is ho hum. The corn and flour tortillas that come with each meal seem store bought and the proteins that are served with the chicken and steak dishes were tough and flavorless. Service was also a little slow and decor and bathroom left more to be desired. The salsa station and condiment station was full and plentiful however.
(2)Adam P.
Here's the positive: food was great; enough character and craft to distinguish the place from most " near authentic" Mex spots that one discovers on the road (I stumbled here on travel from Kentucky). They have a VERY extensive sauce/toppings/pickled stuffs bar which is delightful for the palate, but unappreciative savage patrons doth shred the whole setup into a largely unpleasant mess throughout the serving day. The negative? That restroom. Good Christ; that horrid cell of neglect and nastiness. There was not a single clean surface or resting point in that commode. You simply cannot recover (after nice food) from a visit to that water closet...toilet streaked to induce recoiling, floor akin to fairground portable johns...standard human consumables such as soap and paper towel and T.P. were desperately dangling and oxidizing as if it were the world's end. Gag. Maybe carryout is your best bet. Make sure your shots are up to date, though.
(3)Jack D.
Authentic and unique but not one of my favorite Mexican food joints in Chatt. Liked the salsa bar but nothing is labeled. They aren't very friendly and the food doesn't strike me as that fresh.
(2)James L.
I really wanted to like this place, but it is a dump. It was the end of the day (7PM) so maybe they were ready to close and that is why it was dirty. Maybe it is a great lunch place. We wanted to try some of their specialties we read here on Yelp, but the woman at the register didn't know anything. There is a big menu behind the counter with 25 choices. My GF had the cactus tacos and she loved them - they were only $7, but left hungry. I had some unappealing enchiladas. I had to add a lot of salsa to give it any taste. It was just OK after that. The beans were flavorless and the rice was old and dry. There is no free chips and salsa. Having said that, I want to try it again, but I live a long distance from there, so there will be no repeat.
(2)Lee S.
Go to Carnitas Carmelitas on amnicola or Tacos el Cunao in Cleveland instead. Taco Roc used to be better, but is now way overpriced. They look more like the standard Mexican fare instead of the authentic attraction they once were. The food is still decent, but just overpriced.
(3)Jose G C.
Great specials and Good food. Great salsa bar. Can't go wrong if you stick to the staples - beans, ground beef, lettuce/tom and cheese ... and of course Salsas.
(4)Eric C.
Nothing fancy. But the food is really good and not the traditional Mexican restaurant fare.
(4)Jackie E.
Truly authentic mexican food (which can be hard to find in Chattanooga)! The atmosphere is very casual and you order up front. But, the tacos really do ROCK. I like the chorizo and carnitas tacos with corn tortillas. You have to request that they add the tomatoes, lettuce and cheese - they don't add it on automatically. They make their own chips - so another favorite of ours is the chips and guacamole. If your craving the real deal, and aren't too hung up on atmosphere - this is the place for you!
(4)Paul L.
A little hole in the wall place that doesn't look the part, but it is well worth a visit. Full of flavor and great pricing make this little gem worth a stop. Food was hot and served fast. Excellent local option.
(4)Rafael R.
In Chattanooga for business and I was looking for a good taqueria. I decided to try this place despite the negative comments. I ordered tacos al pastor. They didn't have a bad taste but they were by far not near to other al pastor tacos I've eaten. The bathroom left much to be desired. Place was empty when I arrived but customers began to enter as I was leaving. The locals apparently like it.
(2)skye s.
Stopped in on the way from DC to Florida, needing some food in Chattanooga. Easy highway access, and it's delicious. The cactus tacos were heavenly. Excellent burrito as well - great flavors.
(5)Joey K.
I was misled by the signs saying "Authentic handmade mexican food". Maybe their interpretation is "mexican food that you would make yourself given that you can only cook toast" I ordered a nacho plate and some of the tomatoes were not even cut up all the way and I ended up finishing up the job with a fork. Not only that the tomatoes and green peppers weren't ripe and pushing it with the expiration date. I also ordered a rice plate with cheese and the veggies in the rice I could tell are frozen and the rice is nothing to write home about. I could make a better rice dish than this! I couldn't even finish the rice plate it was that bad. If that wasn't bad enough the dining area had really loud music that was annoying. And this is coming from a guy who wears hearing aids so you know it's bad! Never again!
(1)Big B.
The place hasn't benefited from new ownership, I can't confirm this, but I'm gullible and Myndi said so in her review. I was here once last year and thought it was much much better, they also had the full array of fresh radishes, carrots, and peppers at the salsa bar. When I went in last week, there were just a few unlabeled salsas and cooked peppers. I had a burrito, and call me spoiled, but I'm used to a gut busting filling meal when I order one of these from an "authentic" spot, or even Chipotle for that matter. I even paid fifty cent for upgraded meat. I got a smaller burrito and left hungry. I was also annoyed that they don't do whole pinto beans anymore, I think refried beans are nasty. I took a to go menu to look over, and have come to the conclusion that Taco Roc is overpriced, and they aren't going to fill you up. If you like expensive small plates, I still think you can get some interesting authentic mexican snacks if you don't mind paying for them. El Metate does the trick for me locally with their $1 taco nights on Mondays, Woah.
(2)Kush S.
Not the best authentic food I've had here at few occasions, ordinary authentic Mexican food. Can not recommend. Cheap but not worth the cheapness
(2)Jeanue S.
Read great reviews and was referred by hotel. Food was just average, there was an awful smell there like sewage and it was very dirty inside and out. Its more like a fast food restaurant with no server to take care of your needs. Parking was horrible, would not recommend for anyone looking for a nice restaurant to sit down and have a decent meal....
(1)Sia G.
Authentic Mexican tacos. Don't expect the americanized cheese and iceburg lettuce here. Salsa bar. Good prices. LOVE it.
(4)Ted H.
Great food, good price.
(4)Myndi N.
I've been to Taco Roc 3 times. the first 2 times I was happy & recommended the place to others. The 3rd, meh, not so much. New ownership or Management have hurt this place in my mind. Granted the expansion & redecorating is a plus, but the menu still leaves a lot to be desired and there were no hot carrots on the salsa bar this time. BOOOOO! I expect a bean & Cheese burrito to have some more cheese in it, and not whole beans. would it hurt to warm a tortilla before you wrap a bunch of wet stuff in it? My boyfriend felt he got a lot of attitude from the guy taking our order. (as if our orders were SOOO hard to ring up, come on it was 3 al Pastor tacos with a bean & cheese burrito) sad to say also their men's bathroom sink was stopped up. MEH. not likely we'll return.
(1)David P.
Authentic Mexican comes to Chattanooga. Authenticity lies at all the strengths and the one weakness of Taco Roc. It's 95% Mexican. Which means the salsa has been toned down to the edible temperature for the average American. The tortillas are corn, (a great indicator of real Mexican food. They mostly reserve flour tortillas for dessert.) The meat comes in chunks (not ground mush) and the guac is fresh. They even have barrels of those fantastic Mexi-juices that I can't pronounce! (Fruit and cactus juice? Wait, is that a fruit? Yeah, I think that's a fruit.) Their chips and salsa are 2nd to none. None. Real sliced and fried tortillas. Real (cilantro-tastic) salsa. Unfortunately, when I recommend it to people, they usually respond with, "Is that the place with the neon banners in front? I didn't know...that...that was a restaurant." From the road, it does look like the kind of place that the mariachi music would stop and everyone would stare, if your average (Caucasian) Tennessean were to walk in. That's not the case, though I do recommend going to those types of places as well. Check it out. Taco Bell will never taste the same.
(5)Mike B.
Real Mexican food, try the chicken burrito.
(4)Thomas O.
Been a fan since the opening and it just gets better. Try the Torta with chorizo and steak. I can't tell my wife I went without her or I get in trouble. La Altena is still no. 1 but Taco Roc is close. Skip the soft drink that you can get anywhere and get a Agua Fresca.
(5)Andrew D.
Closest you will come to authentic Mexican food in Chattanooga. Good place for lunch. Food is great but the dining area isn't very appealing.
(4)Gen M.
keep hearing how good the food is so I had to try it hoping we would finally get some good authentic mexican food. Not so much...food was subpar, bland, skimpy servings. Very dissapointed.
(1)Darvey K.
authentic Mexican this is easily one of chattanoogas best secrets. gotta try the horchada.
(5)Teri A.
Taco Roc is my all time favorite Mexican restaurant in Chattanooga. It's a no frills place with authentic flavor. You know it's authentic when the majority of people eating here are actually Mexican. Their flautas are the best in town!
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