Taqueria De Diez

By Lucca Sgro

All taco spots are not created equal. In Austin, people fight tooth and nail to tell you what their favorite spot is. They beg, plead and ridicule you if you don’t agree with them. I am one of these people, and the spot I’m willing to die for is Taqueria De Diez.

If the varied menu has your head spinning, here are some favorites you should reach for every time. Consider the volcan taco, a crunchy open-face corn tortilla covered in beans and pan-fried cheese with your pick of protein. The crispy exterior of the cheese gives way to a gooey center with each bite and the rich meat is unparalleled. Their homemade sauces blend spice and tang while complementing the taco so each bite is a symphony of flavor.

Picture your worst hangover: Imagine you are dehydrated, the sun is glaring through your window and you forgot to turn off your 7 a.m. work alarm. So you peel yourself out of bed and sit on your couch in contemplation, trying to find the perfect Saturday morning meal that will cure you of your bad choices the night before. A Taqueria De Diez quesadilla is the only answer. It's rich, melty cheese with burnt edges pairs deliciously with their homemade horchata.