Metro Taco Stop

Marjan and I were searching for a new taco house, wanting another establishment's take on the treasured breakfast taco. At the 1604 and Bandera area, we read reviews on Yelp for nearby restaurants, and decided on Metro Taco Stop. The restaurant is on the corner of Prue and Bandera within a strip center of varied retails, plenty of parking fronting the eatery. In truth, we almost passed the restaurant, given the diminutive signage on the front wall. Entering, one notices a well maintained space, recently painted, with perhaps 20 tables for patrons. Unlike some Mexican food restaurants, the decor is more contemporary, eschewing the common decor found so commonly. Facing the patrons one sees an order counter, with menu above the counter. Foods are ordered, and taking a number, items are delivered to the patrons. We are impressed with the friendliness and good cheer of the two staff working the counter. Behind the counter, Raul Avalos, proprietor and chef is seen working the stove. We learned that the restaurant had been in service for 12 years, and the website advertised a different take, a refreshing offering of traditional Mexican fare. Our taco choices today: machacado, carne guisada, bean and cheese, and chicken fajita, all on flour. The machacado we considered comparable to any other we had enjoyed elsewhere, typical innards, typical spicing. The carne guisada was of cubes of beef, the sauce somewhat bland, and in my opinion somewhat heavy on grease. The bean and cheese was a cut below what i had enjoyed at most other restaurants. The chicken fajita, one of our all time favorites, was a major disappointment: excessively laden with bell pepper and onion, and light on the fajita, light on the minimal seasoning. We have our number one Mexican restaurant (review can be read on Yelp), and we measure offerings compared to that standard. I was raised on delicious Mexican food, literally the food that Mom and Grandma made, ergo my two frames of reference. We really wanted to like Metro Taco Stop, and reading reviews of other Yelpers, many patrons do enjoy their offerings. We have to honestly mark the restaurant with 3 stars.

I'm giving this place one star because of slowwwww service. My boyfriend and I went in and we waited about 15 minutes for water and 25 minutes for chips and salsa. The food didn't come out until about an hour later and we only ordered the fideo loco and some tacos. Slowest service I've ever had in my entire life. I tried to give this place a second chance because the first time I came here, an ordered 2 bean and cheese tacos and those took 30 minutes for a to-go order. No refund or discount was offered. It kind of looked like the cashier forgot to hand the ticket to the kitchen. Our drinks were empty and they AVOIDED eye contact. I'm never returning to this place. Don't waste your time here.

I was disappointed with my experience at Metro Taco Stop. My enchilada plate was mediocre at best. I had good memories of the tacos. The food was just okay and I will just get tacos the next time I think about eating there.

Raul makes everything fresh and ro order. Not your typical greasy spoon.U have to place order at counter there are no waitress or waiters. Yummy Red Hot Sauce.

Great hidden gem! Food is delicious and authentic and. very reasonable prices! Staff is very friendly staff Fast service

UPDATE. They still got it.Their carne guisada is, in my opinion, is the best of the city.

Tacos were great! Service was quick! Nice and easy little spot! A little bit hidden but a gem!

Stopped in yesterday for a quick bite. My husband got the potato and chorizo taco and a bean and cheese. I got the miga and bean and cheese. The bean and cheese were delicious. The tortillas were great. The chorizo and potato according to my husband was fantastic. The red salsa was some of the best I have had in a long time. The migas taco was super plain. I wouldn't order it again. The service was good. Staff was friendly. The place was REALLY clean. They also had a good health

Great, fresh and homemade tacos made by Raul. It was delicious and great customer service. 10 out of 10 recommend.

Service was not acceptable they charged me $36 for 4 tacos and then would not give me back the difference. Wanted me to get the police involved for a $12 difference. Tbh no need to come here. It was empty and an embarrassment that they couldn't charge me back. Honestly less then one star food was nasty and rushed