Taco Buddha Menu – University City, MO

Type : Taco restaurant

Location : University City, MO

Counter serve producing unexpected taco fillings inspired by cuisines from around the world. Based on 694 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery

Taco Buddha 63130

Address:
7405 Pershing Ave, University City, MO 63130

Phone: (314) 502-9951

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Hours

Monday

(Labor Day)
Closed
Tuesday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Thursday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Friday 11 AM–9 PM
Saturday 10 AM–9 PM
Sunday Closed

Menu

Dine-in menu as of 8/1/23
Dine-In Menu
Appetizers
Salsa Roja & Chips
Smoky, roasted tomato salsa with freshly fried tortilla chips. (Gluten-free and dairy-free)
$4.25
Queso Blanco & Chips
Melty white cheese and chips. (Gluten-free)
$6.50
Hatch Green Chile Queso & Chips
Queso Blanco with Hatch green chile (spicy), onions & garlic. (Gluten Free)
$6.95
Guacamole & Chips
Fresh Guacamole with chips. (Gluten and Dairy Free)
$11.25
Tacos
The Baja
Mexican crispy battered fish (Alaskan Pollock), cabbage, Baja special sauce, cotija, cilantro, corn tortillas (Yes, completely gluten free)
$5.25
The California
Portabellas, squash, bell peppers, red onion, cabbage, grilled corn salsa, Monterey Jack, fried avocado, cilantro, corn tortilla. (Gluten free) Vegan with fresh avocado and no cheese.
$5.25
The Del Rio
Mesquite-smoked chopped beef brisket, romaine, avocado, citrus-pickled red onion, salsa roja, cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla (Gluten free if you substitute a corn tortilla)
$5.95
The Galveston
New Mexico chile-spiced sautéed shrimp, romaine lettuce, corn salsa, Baja special sauce, cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla. Gluten-free with corn tortillas! Make it vegetarian by substituting NM chile-spiced cauliflower or fried portabella mushroom. Vegan’s can enjoy this taco by removing Baja sauce and cotija cheese.
$5.75
The Sonora
SEASONAL TACO: Citrus-chile marinated skirt steak, Salsa Doña (~SPICY~), pico de gallo, cilantro, cotija, romaine, corn tortillas (GF ~ DF without cotija cheese ~ Egg free)
$5.95
The Jodhpur
Grilled chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon, and masala, cabbage, New Mex Sauce, mango salsa, cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla (Gluten free on a corn tortilla)
$5.25
The Nashville
Nashville-hot style (not too spicy) fried chicken with New Mexico chile, pimento cheese, buttermilk dressing, citrus-pickled red onions, romaine, flour tortilla. This taco is NOT dairy free, even without cheese and sauce! (Gluten-free if you substitute a corn tortilla)
$5.25
The Taos
Hatch green chile carnitas, cabbage, avocado, citrus-pickled red onion, radish, cotija, cilantro, corn tortillas (Gluten free. Dairy free if no cotija cheese)
$5.25
The Thailand
Thai braised and griddled beef, griddled red onions, cabbage, New Mex Sauce (dairy), cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla (Gluten free if you substitute a corn tortilla. Dairy free if no cotija and no New Mex Sauce)
$5.95
Quesadillas & Salads
Quesadilla
Monterey Jack, Hatch green chile, & pico de gallo on a large 12 inch flour tortilla. Add any taco protein for an additional charge.
$8.50
Kid’s Cheese Quesadilla
Melted Monterey Jack on two, small griddled flour tortillas (Gluten free if sub corn tortillas). Add any taco protein for an additional charge.
$4.75
Taco Buddha Baja Salad
Fresh spring greens, pico de gallo, radish, grilled corn salsa, avocado, toasted pepitas, cotija, and creamy Baja dressing on the side (Gluten free). Add any taco protein for an additional charge
$8.50
Sides
Pueblo-Style Rice & Beans
Pueblo-style rice & beans combo. (ask which we have currently, black or pinto) Gluten free. Vegetarian. Vegan without cheese.
$6.25
Mexican Beans
Mexican-style pinto or black beans (ask if we have black or pinto currently) with pico de gallo, cotija, and cilantro. (GF) Vegetarian. Vegan without cheese.
$3.85
Pueblo-Style Rice
Vegetarian/Vegan Mexican rice with pico de gallo, cilantro, & cotija cheese. (GF)
$3.85
Mexican Street Corn On The Cob
Traditional elotes. Roasted corn on the cob, NM red chile aioli, cotija, cilantro. (GF). Vegetarian. Vegan with no cheese and red chile aioli.
$5.75
2oz Hatch Green Chile
Fire-roasted Hatch green chile, with onions and garlic. Does not come with chips. (GF). Vegan.
$1.50
5oz Hatch Green Chile
Fire-roasted Hatch green chile, with onions and garlic. Does not come with chips. (GF). Vegan
$3.50
2oz Guacamole
Side of guacamole. Does not come with chips. (GF and DF). Vegan
$2.50
8oz Guacamole
Side of guacamole. Does not come with chips. (GF and DF). Vegan.
$8.50
2oz Pico De Gallo
Fresh diced Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime. Does not come with chips. (GF). Vegan
$0.75
5oz Pico De Gallo
Fresh diced Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime. Does not come with chips. (GF). Vegan
$1.75
5oz Queso Blanco (No Chips)
A 5oz side of Queso Blanco. Does NOT come with chips. (Gluten free).
$4.00
5oz Hatch Green Chile Queso (No Chips)
A 5oz side of Green Chile Queso. Does NOT come with chips. (Gluten free)
$4.75
5oz Salsa Roja (No Chips)
A 5oz side of our smoky, grilled salsa. Does NOT come with chips. (Gluten free). Vegan
$2.75
Side Of Tortillas
2 flour tortillas or 4 (GF) corn tortillas
$1.50
Desserts
Texas Sheet Cake
Our Gluten free version of a classic chocolate Texas sheet cake with chocolate icing
$5.50
Texas Pralines
Texas confection made from Texas-sized pecans, milk, butter, and sugar. Gluten free!
$3.50
Margaritas By the Glass
Famous Frozen Margarita
Our Famous Frozen, 25-year-old recipe using our secret blend of citrus juices, tequila, and triple sec
$7.50
Rocks Margarita
Our house margarita on the rocks
$8.00
Top Shelf Margarita
Masuave 100% Blue Agave Blanco Tequila, Dry Curacao, and fresh citrus
$10.50
Skinny Margarita
Low sugar (NOT SWEET) version of our famous margarita. Gold tequila, triple sec, lime, a splash of our house margarita mix, topped with sparkling
$9.00
Ranch Water
A West Texas Favorite! Masuave Blanco Tequila, lime juice, sparkling
$10.00
Mad Dog Margarita
A classic cocktail inspired by the Texas Chile Lounge. Smokey mezcal, dry curacao, lime juice.
$11.00
Margarita Pitchers (1 pitcher = 4 servings)
Frozen Pitcher $28.00
Rocks Pitcher $30.00
Top Shelf Pitcher $40.00
Skinny Pitcher $34.00
Ranch Water Pitcher $38.00
Cocktails
Bloody Mary & Maria
Spicy, bold bloody mix with Nue Vodka (Texas) or Tequila
$9.00
Paloma
Fresh-squeezed Texas grapefruit juice, Tequila, simple syrup, lime, and sparkling water
$10.00
Beer
Shiner Bock
A bock-style lager brewed in Texas
$4.75
Lone Star $4.75
Citrapolis IPA
American IPA from Modern Brewery ABV: 7% 16 oz can
$10.00
Victoria $4.75
Modelo Negra $4.75
Modelo Especial $4.75
Wine by the glass
Boya Sauvignon Blanc
An attractive nose of fresh white flowers and pineapple with hints of mango and passion fruit. The palate is well-balanced with beautiful acidity, lively lime-tinged fruit and a refined, crisp finish
$9.00
Boya Pinot Noir
Intense nose of fresh fruits like strawberry, red cherries and plenty of floral aroma. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, good natural acidity and fresh berry fruits towards the finish. It is well balanced, clean and expressive.
$12.00
Boya Rose
Aromas of raspberry and tangerine with a mineral finish. Well-balanced with fresh acidity and great texture.
$10.50
Wine by the bottle
Boya Sauvignon Blanc
An attractive nose of fresh white flowers and pineapple with hints of mango and passion fruit. The palate is well-balanced with beautiful acidity, lively lime-tinged fruit and a refined, crisp finish
$34.00
Boya Pinot Noir
Intense nose of fresh fruits like strawberry, red cherries and plenty of floral aroma. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, good natural acidity and fresh berry fruits towards the finish. It is well balanced, clean and expressive.
$46.00
Boya Rose
Aromas of raspberry and tangerine with a mineral finish. Well-balanced with fresh acidity and great texture.
$40.00
Non-alcoholic beverages
Mexican Coke $3.75
Jarritos $3.75
Topo Chico $4.25
Guilt Free Lucky Club Soda $2.50
Ski Original $2.50
Frostie Root Beer $2.50
Cripple Creek Ginger Ale $2.50
Sweetened Black Tea $3.75

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Reviews

Geoffrey Wong
Want a variety of tacos, this is solid fusion taco choice. It’s unauthentically American on purpose.

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Elvis C.
We ordered the fried fish, chicken and pork tacos. At first the food looked great, colorful and with many different veggies. However, we immediately discovered that the temperature of the tacos were way too cool. Especially the fried fish and fried chicken taco, apparently they had been cooked for a while. We finished the corn at last, and ironically it was still warm. Also the tortilla was way too dry. I won’t say this is the best taco place in St Louis as mentioned in some reviews. I’ll recommend Mi Rancho nearby if you’re looking for some real Mexican foods. I wanted to give 4 stars, but I really value the quality of foods.

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Rachel S
The Jodhpur tasted good! The combinations including pieces of fruit were unique and the prices were affordable. Fried avocado was yummy. There weren’t as many vegetarian options as I expected. The service was very friendly and chill but rather slow, though it was busy. I enjoyed the outdoor atmosphere on the nice day I went.

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David Lozano
Loved this place. First of all the staff is super friendly and accommodating. The food was absolutely delicious and you could tell how fresh the ingredients were and the care that goes into the preparation. They also had some of the best margaritas I’ve ever had. Will definitely be back.

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Kyle Laker
My first visit to Taco Buddha started so-so and improved with the tacos.

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Neil Landers
This is my favorite taco joint in STL! I went for the first time last night, and although expensive, The tacos were worth it. They’re fancy pants tacos. Unique and creative recipes and they’re beefy tacos too so tasty and satisfying. The one that stood out the most to me was the Nashville. That one was super tasty.

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Ja Uzendu
So I sat outside because the weather was kinda nice today. But I instantly hated the choice because of all the flies though they try to combat them with these nifty looking fly fans. It’s just not enough to keep the flies from swarming you. I ordered the Baja fish tacos and del Rio and avocado one. The Baja Fish saved the day of this whole experience being a nicely batter fish with a cool lil sauce. The del rio has some good seasoned brisket but everything else was rubbish. To top it off they put this unripe avocado slice on the taco that was as hard as an apple. Just nasty business. The guacamole was really good tho.

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Chris Flanigan
My wife and I chose to come here after I’d been reading about it for awhile. Not disappointed! We are already talking about what we will get next time.

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Erin Metz
Very atmospheric “sidewalk” taco joint. The food was amazingly delicious. Loved my margaritas. If you like street corn, get theirs. It was delicious.

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Hudgens Movie House
Austin in St. Louis is the best way to describe Taco Buddha, which is more than a welcome addition to the metro area. Having spent more than $150 in a night and tried a few tacos/dips short of the entire menu (yes that includes two different pitchers of margaritas) I can say Buddha does it well but could be a smidge better.

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