Taco Buddha

Taco Buddha is a food truck in Kirkwood, MO, serving traditional and adventurous tacos alongside margaritas. The menu features specific creations like The Lake Charles, a taco-fied version of a crawfish po-boy with fried crawfish tails, romaine, and Louisiana-style remoulade, and The Biloxi, featuring crispy fried shrimp and Cajun coleslaw. Breakfast tacos are available on weekends, including options like the Potato, Egg & Cheese and the Bluebonnet Special with thick-sliced bacon. The entire menu is gluten-free except for flour tortillas, and the kitchen avoids peanuts, peanut oil, and soy oil. Patios are heated, covered, and dog-friendly year-round. Taco Buddha holds a rating of 4.70 based on customer reviews.

The business operates under the leadership of Kurt Eller, who describes tacos as miniature time capsules that stir feelings of familiar fondness. The mission honors "New Mex Tex" roots and aims to create inclusive experiences through thoughtful design. On February 4, 2024, Taco Buddha joined forces with Ben Hillman’s Gastronauts Food Group, which also manages Hi Pointe Drive-in Burgers. This partnership supports the goal of providing employees and leaders with pathways to great careers and self-enhancement. The menu includes appetizers such as Salsa Roja, Queso Blanco, Hatch Green Chile Queso, and Guacamole, along with a Trifecta combination. Happy hour deals run from 3 to 5 PM Tuesday through Friday, offering half-off chips, dips, and frozen margaritas for dine-in guests, while online orders picked up during that window receive a discount.

Located at 11111 Manchester Rd, the Kirkwood spot sits directly on Manchester Road. It is about a quarter mile from Avery Park and roughly three-tenths of a mile from Villa di Maria Montessori School. North Kirkwood Middle School is about half a mile away, and Dougherty Ferry Road is less than a mile from the location.

Customers have given Taco Buddha a positive rating, reflecting their satisfaction with the food and service. The business serves the Kirkwood community with a focus on quality ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere.

Taco Buddha brings a unique blend of traditional and adventurous taco flavors to Kirkwood, MO, offering a distinct dining experience in the local food truck scene.