Welcome to Calavera Tacos
At Calavera Tacos, located in Pensacola's vibrant food truck haven, The Garden, tradition meets innovation in a taco lover's paradise. Specializing in Tex-Mex, each taco is a culinary masterpiece, featuring bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Signature items like the Hurricane Shrimp Taco and San Carlos Chicken Taco showcase impeccable flavor balance, topped with vibrant salsas and creamy sauces. The outdoor seating fosters a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for enjoying delicious bites and authentic Mexican sodas. With a commitment to quality and an infectious passion for food, Calavera Tacos promises an unforgettable experience that keeps patrons coming back for more.
-
501 S Palafox St #5932, Pensacola, FL 32502 Hotline: (850) 497-6738
Welcome to Calavera Tacos, an exciting gem nestled in downtown Pensacola’s vibrant food truck scene at 501 S Palafox St #5932. This Tex-Mex food truck is all about flavor-packed dishes that embody the heart and soul of Mexican cuisine. With a menu full of tantalizing tacos, fresh ingredients, and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s no wonder locals and visitors alike rave about this culinary hotspot.
What sets Calavera Tacos apart? For starters, the extensive variety of tacos on offer is nothing short of impressive. Whether you opt for the Deluna Beef Taco showcasing slow-roasted barbacoa, or the light and zesty Ceviche Taco with fresh bay shrimp and Mahi, each bite proves to be a delight. Customers can indulge in tantalizing options like the Hurricane Shrimp Taco, hand-battered or grilled to perfection, or the flavorful pork carnitas in the C Taco, topped with queso and habanero sauce. The tacos are served on either corn or flour tortillas, accommodating various preferences.
But it’s not just the tacos that shine. The appetizers, such as the decadent Cali-Mex featuring a whole fried avocado paired with a delightful southwest cilantro cream sauce, are perfect for those looking to start their meal off right. The homemade guacamole, rich in authentic Mexican spices, paired with crispy chips, is also a must-try!
Calavera Tacos thrives in an atmosphere that encourages chic outdoor dining in the shared patio of The Garden, offering the perfect backdrop to enjoy your meal among friends and fellow taco enthusiasts. Customers have expressed their fondness for the outdoor vibe, which combined with the countless delicious taco options makes for a perfect outing.
For those seeking a drink, the menu features refreshing beverages like Mexican Coke, enhancing your meal with a sweet kick that complements the bold flavors of the tacos beautifully.
Moreover, customer feedback highlights not just the culinary excellence but also the friendly service that leaves you feeling welcome. Reviews mention the flavorful dishes and generous portions, with many expressing their eagerness to return. Kate H. praised the affordability and variety, while others like Nancy P. lamented their distance from this taco haven, yearning for a return visit.
In a bustling city where food options abound, Calavera Tacos stands out as a beacon of quality and creativity. Whether you are a lifelong taco lover or someone just venturing into the world of Tex-Mex cuisine, Calavera Tacos is an adventure for your taste buds waiting to happen. Next time you find yourself in Pensacola, make sure to stop by; your palate will thank you!
Super good and great prices! It's inside the airstream food truck garden. Lots of vegetarian options (rice is vegetarian!)
I had the Calavera Taco. Oh my gosh, the flavors were awesome. I'm a little sad as I don't live in Pensacola, but I will definitely be back I. The future.
Really enjoyed the nachos and mango soda. Disappointed they charge $0.50 for a cup of water when ordering $15 worth of hot and spicy food. Also why do food trucks have tip jars IN YOUR FACE when ordering?
Tacos were nice and fresh. I enjoyed the outdoor seating and atmosphere as well. I'll be back.
The other night my daughter and I visited "The Garden" on Palafox at Main. The concept of colocating all these food vendors together, kind of like a food truck rodeo, but in a more permanent setting is awesome. Yelp advertises that the stalls are open until 9 pm. We arrived at 8:28 pm. All but one vendor had already shut down! I would have ordered from Calavera Tacos even if everyone else was open, but unfortunately my daughter wasn't in the mood for south of the border inspired cuisine. I ordered a hurricane shrimp taco (that was SCREAMIN' GOOD!) and a calavera taco that was also very tasty and made it a combo with beans, rice, and a drink. Everything was really good. I just have to say, the business owners here, Sam excluded, are awful! How do you advertise a closing time, have people travel to get your food, only to arrive and learn that you didn't care enough to keep your commitment to the patrons that pay your bills??? Sam and Calavera Tacos have integrity, great staff, delicious food, and epic personality! We will be back!
The only good place in pcola for tacos tbh!!! I loved their hurricane shrimp & regular calavera tacos 11/10 The only thing I wish they had was horchata :(
Calavera Tacos is a food truck-type place that's in the middle of a covered patio, outdoor area called The Garden. It used to be called Al Fresco, which was a better name, but what can you do. There were several options to choose from, like a mac 'n' cheese truck, a Latin truck, a Thai truck, but we definitely were feeling tacos. So I walk up to the place and tell the guy to give me their six best tacos and a bottle of Jarritos. I honestly cannot remember the six tacos the guy chose for me, but I do remember that each of them was a banger. They all just weren't globs of meat and cheese and lettuce. Each of them had shining, stand-out elements. Whether is be the acid of the ceviche, the melty cheese, the plump massive shrimp, the pickled onions, the corn salsa, of the big hunks of avocado. Each taco was very different from the next, which was so nice. Also, just so you know. These tacos were on little flour tortillas. Some people out there are gonna get in a wad and say that's sacrilegious, but you people gotta get over yourself. The toppings in these tacos were so plentiful and juicy that they needed the strength of the flour tortilla instead of the weakness of the corn tortilla. I approve. Overall, this was a pleasant diamond in the rough that we found in the streets of downtown Pensacola. I don't get to come home very often, but I think when I do, I'm going to have to start exploring The Garden a little bit more.
Located downtown in the food truck park next to Ruby slipper. I ordered the mucho nachos with ground beef. They give you a huge portion and it's loaded! These nachos were so good although I couldn't finish it all I enjoyed every bite!