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Torchy's Tacos is a Mexican, fast food, and vegetarian/vegan restaurant located in San Antonio's Lincoln Heights. Founded in 2006 by Mike Rypka, Torchy's started as a mobile trailer serving experimental tacos before gaining a loyal following for their damn good food. With over 70 locations nationwide and a commitment to high-quality, cooked-to-order tacos, Torchy's Tacos is a must-visit for taco enthusiasts.
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06/23/2026

can't help it i'm obsessed

06/22/2026

Leading the league in flavor. ⚽ Consider this your official reminder to grab The Frontman before June ends.

06/19/2026

Favorite child status activated.

Rewards Members can get a FREE Full Queso & Chips with a $25+ purchase from 6/19–6/21. 😎 Sign up now & treat your dad: https://bit.ly/3S9eqSg

(Valid 6/19/26–6/21/26 for Torchy’s Rewards Members only. One-time use. Valid on $25+ pre-tax purchases excluding alcohol. Available in-store, online, and in-app at participating locations only. Not valid on catering or third-party delivery orders. Cannot be combined with other offers. Additional restrictions may apply.)

06/18/2026

A lil reminder that voting takes less time than deciding what taco to order... 😉

Vote Torchy's For USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards:

🌮 Best Fast Casual Restaurant: https://bit.ly/4anNF2D
🌮 Best Fast Food Taco - Trailer Park: https://bit.ly/43Hwvtj

06/16/2026

Attention, Uptown Dallas! 👀

Torchy's Tacos is coming to 23 Springs on July 1, and we're kicking things off with a chance to win FREE QUESO FOR A YEAR from our new location.

We're picking 10 winners before the restaurant even opens, so this is your chance to score the goods before opening day.
Here's how to enter by 6/24:

1️⃣ Follow Torchy's Tacos - 23 Springs
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag your fellow queso lovers in the comments (each tag = an extra entry)
4️⃣ Sign up for Torchy's Rewards: torchystacos.com/torchys-rewards

The first 100 guests at our 23 Springs grand opening will also receive free queso for a year, so this is your chance to get in on the action early.

Winners will be contacted on 6/25. Good luck, Dallas!

*Free queso for a year from this giveaway is redeemable at the 23 Springs location only.*

06/15/2026

This one’s for all the rad dads out there who deserve the best Father’s Day gift: queso.

Starting Friday, 6/19, Rewards Members get a FREE Full Chips & Queso with any $25 purchase at Torchy’s all weekend long.

Sign up for Rewards now and get in on the goods: https://bit.ly/3S9eqSg

06/12/2026

Big matches🤝Cold beer🤝Damn Good tacos.

This Sunday, June 14, we’re teaming up with Michelob ULTRA for watch parties in Houston and Dallas areas with soccer, giveaways, games and limited-edition collectible cups.⚽️

Purchase a 20 oz. Michelob ULTRA draft and score a collectible cup while supplies last. 🍻

📍 Torchy's Tacos - West U | 5335 Wesleyan St, Houston, TX | 12 PM
📍 Torchy's Tacos - North Arlington | 1805 N Collins St, Arlington, TX | 3 PM

06/11/2026

Kick off summer with a great cause⚽🌮 We’re teaming up with the U.S. Soccer Foundation to support the next generation of youth players.

For a limited time, every Kids Meal comes with a collectible soccer-themed cup & sticker sheet, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Foundation’s programs that help create safe places to play, train coach-mentors and bring soccer to more communities.

Available through July 19, while supplies last. Learn more: torchystacos.com/community

06/08/2026

We've been nominated in USA TODAY's USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for:

🌮 Best Fast Casual Restaurant: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/torchys-tacos/
🌮 Best Fast Food Taco— Trailer Park: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/trailer-park-torchys-tacos/

Vote daily through July 6 and help show the country what Damn Good looks like.
See y'all at the top. 🤘

06/05/2026

"🔥 LEVEL-UP HOSTING WITH TORCHY’S CATERING 🔥

This is your sign to skip the cooking and let Torchy's take care of the food for your next get together 🌮✨🙌🏼

Their catering menu has everything you need for a crowd, including:

🌮 Build-your-own Fajita or Taco Bar
🌮 Taco packs
🥗 Sides and Salads
✨ Bagged Lunches

We ordered their Fajita Bar and it was seriously the easiest setup ever and such a crowd pleaser 👏🏼 Perfect for your next get together when you want something delicious without all the work!!"

Content Credit: on IG 🤩
Learn more: torchystacos.com/catering-menu

05/27/2025

🌮 TACO TUESDAY FOR A CAUSE! 💛

Join us at Torchy’s Tacos TODAY, Tuesday, May 27th from 4–9 PM for a special Spirit Night benefiting Tomorrow’s Leaders & Piper’s Peaches with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation!

👉 15% of your food & beverage purchase goes back to the fight against Cystic Fibrosis—just mention CFF at checkout!

📍Participating Locations:
• Sonterra
• New Braunfels
• Lincoln Heights

Let’s eat some Damn Good Tacos and support a Damn Good cause. 💪

03/05/2025

Give a little, get a lot. 🩸❤️ Donate blood at Torchy’s on Basse Rd on March 13 and score TWO Santikos movie tickets, a game card, bowling & snack perks… oh, and a FREE TACO CARD. 🎟️ Saving lives has never been this rewarding.

Schedule your donation: https://bit.ly/4i15B51

01/29/2025

Join us at Torchy's Tacos (999 E Basse Rd, San Antonio, TX) on Thursday, February 6 from 10 AM - 3 PM for a blood drive with South Texas Blood & Tissue!

💉 Donate & Score Big!
✅ 2 FREE Santikos movie tickets
✅ 30-minute game card
✅ $15 off bowling
✅ $5 off popcorn & drink
✅ $5 Torchy’s Tacos Coupon Card! 🌮🔥

📅 Schedule your donation today & save lives! Scan the QR code or visit SouthTexasBlood.org.

11/23/2024

🎁 Santa called—he's running low on toys, and we’re stepping in. oin us in supporting foster children through the Vault Fostering Community Toy Drive. Donations accepted until December 21st. Scan the QR code to spread some holiday cheer. ❤️🎄

08/09/2024

Fueling the UIW Football Team as they gear up for a fantastic season 🏈🌮

08/08/2024

🌟 Getting Ft. Sam Houston Elementary Teachers and Staff ready for the new year! 🍎🎉 We dropped off some damn good food to fuel their preparation for an amazing school year ahead. Here's to a fantastic start!

06/12/2024

Hook, line, and taco time! Alabama Shake is here 🎣

Dive into the Southern goodness with fried catfish, poblano slaw, peppadew peppers, avocado sauce, and cotija cheese all tucked into a flour tortilla. Make it a combo with our ½ Rice ½ Beans and shake up your taste buds 🫨

05/09/2024

Give a teacher what they really want - TACOS QUESO AND MARGS! Just a reminder we have gift cards available on our website for any last-minute teacher gifts. Thank you, teachers, for all that you do. https://bit.ly/4ac7d79

Torchy’s Gift Cards make the perfect gift for any Taco Ju**ie! Best of all, our Damn Good Gift Cards can be purchased in any denomination, they never expire, and are redeemable at any Torchy’s restaurant or online ordering at torchys.com.

04/26/2024

GIVEAWAY #1 - Enter to win a Torchy's Tacos custom decanter + 2 Torchy’s Glasses. Tag 2 friends in the comments on our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/torchystacos/ for a chance to win.
Winners will be announced 5/10, eligible for all prizes with one entry. Terms and conditions https://torchystacos.com/cdm-tcs/

Check back on 4/29 to see the next giveaway item.

Address

999 E. Basse Road
San Antonio, TX
78209

Directions to E Basse Road in San Antonio for a Mexican restaurant:
If you are taking public transport, you can take the bus and get off at the stop closest to E Basse Road. If driving, head towards E Basse Road and look for parking options nearby.

Directions to E Basse Road in San Antonio for a fast food restaurant:
If you are taking public transport, take the bus and get off at the nearest stop to E Basse Road. If driving, head towards E Basse Road and look for available parking spaces near the restaurant.

Directions to E Basse Road in San Antonio for a vegetarian & vegan restaurant:
If you are traveling by public transport, take the bus and get off at or close to the closest stop to E Basse Road. If driving, head towards E Basse road and find available parking spots close enough to your preferred vegetarian/vegan eatery.

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 10pm
Tuesday	9am - 10pm
Wednesday	9am - 10pm
Thursday	9am - 10pm
Friday	9am - 11pm
Saturday	8am - 11pm
Sunday	8am - 10pm

Website

https://torchystacos.com/

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and delicious dishes. Torchy's Tacos on E Basse Road in San Antonio is no exception. This fast food restaurant offers a variety of mouth-watering tacos that will leave you wanting more.

Torchy's Tacos was founded in 2006 by Mike Rypka, who left his executive chef position to pursue his passion for good food. Starting with just a mobile trailer and a red Vespa, Rypka began throwing out samples to draw customers to his stand. Before he knew it, people were raving about the "damn good" tacos and Torchy's Tacos became a hit.

Today, Torchy's Tacos has over 70 locations across the country and continues to serve high-quality, cooked-to-order tacos. Their menu features a variety of options including vegetarian and vegan choices.

One standout dish is the Trailer Park taco which includes fried chicken, green chilies, lettuce, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese all wrapped up in a flour tortilla. Another favorite is the Brushfire taco which features Jamaican jerk chicken topped with mango salsa and sour cream.

The atmosphere at Torchy's Tacos is casual and inviting with friendly staff ready to help you choose your perfect meal. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or dinner spot or want to grab some takeout for home, Torchy's Tacos is sure to satisfy your cravings for delicious Mexican food.

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