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About this place
On a street corner in Oyamahigashicho, Itabashi Ward, Taco Smile serves straightforward Mexican-style comfort food designed primarily for takeout. The taco rice anchors the menu with seasoned ground taco meat layered over rice with rich cheese and fresh greens, and you can tailor both the overall size and the rice portion. A standout element is the choice of house-made sauces at ordering time: the Creamy Nut Sauce is a perennial favorite for the way its mild richness accents the savory meat, while sharper options like salsa cater to those craving heat.
The other cornerstone is tacos, served in soft flour tortillas and available starting from just 1 piece. The options stretch from classic meat tacos filled with crisp lettuce and seasoned meat in a warm tortilla to jumbo sausage tacos loaded with chorizo or gourmet sausage, suiting both small snacks and full meals. Diners can customize each order further with mixed toppings like soft-boiled egg and fried onions, or even opt for a double-sauce combination.
The side list features a hearty, creamy clam chowder, french fries fried to order, and shareable nachos. Generous set menus pairing taco rice or tacos with sides make this a handy stop for a quick lunch, an easy dinner on the way home, or casual nibbles to enjoy with drinks at home.
