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“Taco shop, ya it's a dive, although everytime in Hays I make certain to eat here or delivery to the hotel.” in 11 reviews
“To explain the draw is not really possible but I bet there is a restaurant somewhere these naysayers go to that compare if not they are missing out on the unique experiences in life.” in 2 reviews
“Tried the chili con queso which was the !!” in 3 reviews
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- Melissa B.Kingman, KS641837Sep 10, 2023
No frills, just simple, freshly made food to order. Fast service. Had mine dine-in in less than 5 minutes. They deliver too ;) Not a fan of the rice--pasty to me and weird taste. For $8, they totally scrimped on the chicken, but taste of dish overall was just good, nothing to write home about as other reviewers have said.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Mar 20, 2022
Man oh man. This place took me back to my childhood. They have taco shops everywhere, but this one is the only one that's the real Taco Shop.
Is it authentic Mexican? No, of course not. We're in Kansas. Is it Taco Bell? No, don't talk crazy. It's better. This is Taco Shop. Owner of the most delicious Sancho Supreme, house-made queso, Mexican pizzas, taco burgers, and everything in between.
I used to come here all the time when we lived here around 23 years ago and it hasn't changed a bit. One bite of my Sancho Supreme and I was right back in my childhood. Thank you for keeping this place true and the same all these years.Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Richard S.SoMa, San Francisco, CA05Dec 22, 2022
Here's a hint to the owner of Taco Shop......just deliver the chips with the CCQ orders. I am so tired of ordering CCQ with chips and not getting the chips. Wise up!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - David B.Farmersville, TX168436Oct 7, 2022
This is like having tacos at home when you were a kid. Everything was fresh and tasted delicious. We stopped here on our way from Oklahoma to Seattle. There are more authentic places around Hays. This place fills a niche that the farm raised people around here can totally eat up. Would visit again next time through Hays.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Kevin J.Salina, KS5581Oct 11, 2022
Good food at a good price. Usually pretty quick, and always consistently good! I used to always go to another Mexican restaurant in town, but after trying this one, this is now my go to!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Rocky V.FL, FL4613716Dec 12, 2020Updated review
In town for B-ball. Wanted to try this local fav again since they kinda crapped the bed last time.
WOW. Was this ever GREAT! Sanchos & Burrachos were sooo good. Tried the chili con queso which was the !! 6-pack of hard shells to perfection.
Can't say enough about this place. Forget those other joints, they can't compare.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Sep 13, 2019Previous reviewGood food but OMG if you forget to order EVERYTHING at one time, they have no idea how to handle the second order.
Sep 11, 2018Previous reviewWe've eaten here several times. Food is always good. Don't think anything has ever been stale or poor quality. Really like the Sanchos and the hard shell tacos. Even the delivery is good.
Tonight I was a little miffed. There are 2 schools of thought on complaints. One is that the customer should complain directly to the manager. The other is that there are some faults so egregious that management should be too embarrassed to let them happen least they be exposed.
As you can tell by the photo, this is one of those moments. Come on Taco Shop, get with the program. - 15410051264Apr 1, 2020Updated review
I don't have anything new to say. I just wanted to upload new photos.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Jan 29, 2017Previous reviewIt looks a little different, but it still has its too cool for school college staff (I'm not hating, I used to be one of them... a long, long, long time ago) and its ridiculously addictive fast casual Mexican-inspired food menu.
There's a lot of new wood work, some new tvs and the game room is gone (RIP Baywatch Pinball,) but the sauce station is still there and they still hang the local college and high school sports schedules on the wall. The CCQ, taco chicken salad and cherry empanada are still pretty stellar as well. If you're not interested in stopping by they still deliver (faster than the speed of light) and they're also working on a phone app if you're into such things. Plus they're open late on the weekends.Oct 15, 2011Previous reviewThis place is a classic. If you ever meet somebody from Hays, KS, usually one of the first things said when describing the town is, "you have GOT to eat at Taco Shop."
I haven't lived in Hays in sometime, but when traveling to visit family I've been known to stop at Taco Shop before seeing my family. Other times I've had family and friends meet me here. Start your meal off with an order of chili con queso and then follow your stomach's advice. Trust me, you'll like it. - Kyler F.Garden Grove, CA075129Jan 17, 2020
This is the reason I have formed a severe distaste for white people since leaving California, and a big reason why I'm returning to California. The food is absolute garbage.
The tacos, the burritos, the sauce... bland bland bland. Burning in a bland hell deserving only of the most severe disdain. Who the heck likes this kind of food? How does anyone eat it?
If you know what flavor is, if you have ever had good Mexican food, if you live in a reality not dictated by the hellhole that is the Midwest, then avoid this place at all costs. I struggled to swallow even a single bite.
My soda was good.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0 - Dan B.Hays, KS44344Mar 13, 2016
Like the Golden Q, this is another Hays institution that doesn't live up to its reputation. The service is decent, no problems there but the food is mediocre at best. I was surprised by how bland it was. The shell on my taco was clearly stale. You can make the same thing at home with cheap ground beef and off brand seasonings.
Bottom line: if you're in the mood for cheap Mexican food that you're going to regret eating, just head to to Taco Bell.Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - A F.Vail, CO025Apr 20, 2020
This place is my favorite taco place around!
Have no idea why there was a one star rating. The staff is always super friendly and helpful. The food is fresh and delicious. It's our go to place when we are in Hays! Give it a try---- you won't be disappointed!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0
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