Taqueria Guadalajara, Austin

There are five Taqueria Guadalajara Arandas restaurants in Austin, and to find out where each of them are, you have to call or visit one of those locations since the company has no website. Either way, it's best that small chains (such as this) stay mostly secretive in order to keep it uniquely Austin. Breakfast and lunch taco specials are popular, but the platos fuertes (platters) hold their own. Flautas (flutes) are crunchy, fried corn tortillas wrapped around shredded chicken and served with Mexican rice, refried beans, shredded lettuce, tomato, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream. Like virtually every Mexican/Tex-Mex restaurant, chips & salsa are a tasty, free appetizer, and iced tea pairs perfectly with a squeeze of fresh lemon and/or lime. - Freddie Obregon