But just like fast-foodsandwiches, not all tacos are created equally.
To help sort the best from the rest, we asked the pros: chefs!
Chipotle
It’s no surprise that many chefs pickedChipotleas their top taco spot.
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It’s a reliable option for anyone looking for a quality meal on the go.
“I’m always looking to try any new flavors they’re whipping up,” he says.
I like to order it with fajita veggies and any of their four salsas."
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A go-to for two chefs?
He hits up Chipotle for the carne asada.
“You want meat that is well seasoned and cooked fast and hard on a hot flat top.”
Taco Bell
Aguirre suggests topping the taco with fresh onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
“Don’t forget to accompany it with some spicy salsa,” he says.
“With tacos it’s all about balance,” Rodriguez says.
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“There needs to be a good mix of protein, toppings and a solid salsa.
If it’s all protein and no toppings or vice versa it doesn’t work.”
“I love doingfresco styleand then swapping the meat for beans.
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It makes a guilty late night meal slightly less guilty,” she says.
El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Locois so hot right now.
He orders the signature Mighty Taco, in either a crunchy corn shell or soft flour tortilla.
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The shredded lettuce is cut thick so it doesn’t wilt under the heat from the beef.
Chef Miceli loves Mighty Taco, too.
It was always delicious."
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Joseph Stafford, a freelance catering chef with years of kitchen experience, says thesecret menuis amazing.
“The fresh salsa bar is a must,” he says.
Convenient mobile apps and quick pick-up options have made ordering from restaurants a breeze.
Applebee’s
“The hints of sesame and ginger are outstanding,” he says.
Don’t forget the squeeze of lime or a couple drops of sriracha.
“It’s seldom that I even make it out of the parking lot,” he says.
