Best Burrito Near American Airlines Center?
Posted by BentBrokenBusted@reddit | askdfw | View on Reddit | 23 comments
Hit me with your spots? Are there any?
If not what are your best food recommendations near the arena?
I’m from out of state and going to be at an event soon.
NintendogsWithGuns@reddit
This isn’t California. We do tacos here, but the best Mexican and Tex-Mex spots tend to be in other neighborhoods. Taqueria La Ventana is fairly solid and not too far from AAC.
Tiiimmmaayy@reddit
Which is weird because it seems like breakfast burritos are more popular here than breakfast tacos.
NintendogsWithGuns@reddit
I can only think of one spot that specialized in breakfast burritos, but they’re a mom and pop joint that makes the best one I’ve ever had, so they get a pass. However, Dallas is also overrun with transplants that move here for work, so a lot of the food scene is mass appeal slop that’s nearly devoid of any regional uniqueness. See also, Velvet Taco, Taco Joint, Chilis, etc.
TicketAggressive@reddit
La Victoria?
Tiiimmmaayy@reddit
Most places I’ve been to here in DFW sell both, but the burritos are usually the better bang-for-your-buck option. A lot of breakfast tacos here are served on shitty little store bought tortillas with little filling that sell for $3-$4 each.
I’m originally from Houston that moved up here a few years ago. You’ll hard pressed to find a spot in Houston that even sells breakfast burritos. Their tacos are generally big enough to be considered burritos here in DFW and sell for about the same price.
southernmayd@reddit
La ventana is very good
UrKittenMeBro@reddit
A brand new spot in uptown (15 min walk from AAC) just opened. Admittedly, I haven’t been yet so I can’t personally recommend, but might be worth looking into — Burrito Bellas (https://burritobellas.com).
DelightfulTexas@reddit
Old school Mexican - El Fenix around the corner from AAC. It's been around for decades! Is it stellar? Nope! But it's good!
mickey972@reddit
Admittedly facetious, but the closest burrito to AAC, and thus the best, would be the Chipotle on Victory Park Lane.
NYerInTex@reddit
I’m going to be honest here - burritos are not where Dallas shines. Not to say you can’t find them, but you’d be better off finding some tacos…
How near are you talking? Within a walk you won’t find much good street type food… but a few minute drive south of downtown can get you some really good options.
If you want sit down Tex Mex, then Las Palmas is a bit “elevated” but more in a quality and presentation way, not cheesy or pretentious and their food is amazing. I’m sure they have a very solid burrito at that, and their fajitas might be the best in Dallas. It’s a 12-15 min walk from AAC.
NintendogsWithGuns@reddit
The wagyu fajitas that cost over $60 and are neither true wagyu nor fajitas?
NYerInTex@reddit
Yes. Best fajitas in Dallas.
Also that would be for 2 at that price, fwiw.
Their burger is excellent. And their ribs are the best wet ribs in Dallas (but you need to get the full rack or it’s a bit inconsistent)
NintendogsWithGuns@reddit
This is why New Yorkers shouldn’t recommend Tex-Mex.
txsso@reddit
Or ribs
spacedman_spiff@reddit
Los Primos
turpluckinduckin@reddit
The Taco Stand is about a five minute drive from AAC. Super solid burritos
JustMeInBigD@reddit
Taqueria la Ventana is walking distance. Tacos are good, and there's a burrito optuon on the menu.
BentBrokenBusted@reddit (OP)
Any other food spots in the area you would recommend? That taqueria looks like a solid option.
JustMeInBigD@reddit
My favorite place near the AAC is Billy Can Can. It's not a low-budget place, but not crazy expensive either. Peep the website and menu to see if it suits you. 😀
BentBrokenBusted@reddit (OP)
Interestingly enough I think I’ve eaten there before but it was a while ago. Might be worth a return trip. Thank you.
NYerInTex@reddit
That’s a solid enough recommendation, always forget about that location.
Sporkler@reddit
Twisted Trompo in downtown.
mike_lowrey214@reddit
If you're down for a breakfast burrito, La Victoria in East Dallas.