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| - Like mesquite grilled meat? Fast service? A salsa bar? Then look no further! Backyard Taco offers chicken and beef grilled "al carbon" AKA over coals right in the kitchen as your order. The smell of mesquite is quite distinctive and you can catch the aromatic smokiness right when you enter the restaurant.
There was a fairly steady line on a Saturday afternoon but it moved quickly and my meal was made quicker than I could fill up on the salsa bar. I had the carne asada papa loca and a chicken burrito. Both had smoky grilled flavor, with plentiful toppings. They were both hearty portions. While I like the uniqueness of being served smashed baked potatoes with meat, cheese, and vegetables, I liked the taste of the burrito more.
The salsa bar has several salsas, pickled onions, limes, and a very puree'd, runny looking guacamole. I wasn't really a fan of the guacamole, but I did like the various options for topping your meal.
The parking lot is a bit small but I had no problem finding a spot. I can imagine though at busier times it might be a problem finding space.
There aren't many spots for dine in either, so if you are coming at a very busy time take out is probably the way to go.
Each item I got was a little under $7. Overall, I liked the grilled flavor of the meat and if I'm in the area I'd go here again.
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