Valerie's Taco Shop in McKinney has become our beloved Friday tradition, a culinary haven that consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience. Since our discovery in November of 2020, we've rarely missed a week, and each visit reaffirms why it has become a cherished family ritual. The rolled tacos have become a staple for my wife and son – a crispy, flavorful delight that never fails to satisfy their cravings. Personally, I find myself drawn to the Diablo Shrimp Taco, a spicy and savory masterpiece that elevates my taco expectations every time. When he was off for Christmas, we missed seeing him. Great guy! 👊
What truly sets Valerie's Taco Shop apart is the outstanding service provided by Barat. His friendly demeanor and unwavering hospitality create an atmosphere that feels like a home away from home. Barat's welcoming presence enhances our dining experience, making every visit not just about the delectable tacos but also the warm and inviting ambiance he contributes to the establishment.
Valerie's Taco Shop isn't just a place to indulge in mouthwatering Mexican cuisine; it's a haven of flavors, a testament to exceptional service, and the reason why Fridays at Valerie's have become synonymous with family, fantastic food, and Barat's genuine hospitality. 👍👍
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
We have eaten here several times and we love this food. The SD burrito is my favorite. I would never have ordered a burrito with french fries in it, that honestly doesn’t sound very good… but I was wrong. It is amazing. They use homemade tortillas for their burritos. The restaurant is very clean. The salsas are great. Beware, the creamy pink one is very hot.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chips N' Queso
First visit. There was no one to serve me upon arrival. I waited for like 10 mins. The chef came to the front to tell me "one minute" - I began asking questions about menu items and he said he didn't speak English. The cashier eventually comes out the bathroom and looked irritated lol but I ordered Fried Mahi Mahi burrito, fries and shrimp taco. Besides the shrimp Diablo saying fried shrimp, it was grilled, the food was very good lol. Good portion size, fresh & Love that you were able to get your own sauces.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Bean Tostada & Cheese
The Carne Asada is decent (6.5/10) but needs more seasoning. Taste the tortilla more than anything else.
The pollo taco is so damn bland and has a weird cardamom taste for some reason. (3/10). USE SALT. again taste tortilla and nothing else
The pastor taco is not legit Al pastor cooked on the vertical spot, or doesn’t seem like it. This had so much liquid and oil in it as if it sat in a container. Tasted decent but overall was disappointed in all of the food. (4/10)
The elotes might be the worst elotes I’ve had…. Just corn, extra mayo, cotija, and a slight dusting of tajin. WHERES THE HOT SAUCE!!! All I could taste was mayo….
I was excited to come here but damn that was so disappointing. Also could you put anyone more quiet and depressing to work the front?
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 2
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
This place is going to be one of my new favorite local spots. The tacos were great and the service matched. Definitely give it a shot if you’re looking for more authentic tacos. Watch out for the salsa though if you’re sensitive to heat because it will light you up.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
California Burrito
Ok… this hurts to post this! I absolutely love Valerie’s food, but the portion size has diminished considerably. I thought that it was initially a one off deal, but after 3 months, it’s more of a quality control issue. I usually go about 3 times a week and they’ve steadily gotten smaller with less meat. The burritos used to be the size of my forearm, now they are the size of my hand. I know they owner wouldnt be happy with the quality, so maybe he needs to pay this location a visit. I was a 5 star 3 months ago, but now I may need to go places that actually fill me up.
UPDATE: Owner appears to have addressed the issue! Food servings have been better but not as great as it was today when the owner was there. Adjusting my rating to what it deserves to be! Great job!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place!! They have the best breakfast tacos in the area. Everything we’ve tried here is great- tacos, quesadillas, burritos. My husband is obsessed with their tortas!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Stopped in for lunch. The staff was very nice and helpful. The place was very clean. We had the shredded Beef taco and cheese enchilada plate. Also had the chicken tostada. We will return to try more of the menu.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our meal. She had the fish tacos plate, I had a Texan burrito, and we shared a carne asada taco. The food came out pretty quickly and was delicious. Also, the hot sauce was very good and they had several options at the salsa bar! I was also glad to see the cleanliness! We will definitely be regulars.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
I live 7 minutes from Valerie's Taco Shop, so everyday for the last 4 months I couldn't wait for the opening. Unfortunately, my excitement turned to disappointment. I will say, the customer service was top notch, however everything else was sub par. The guacamole was bland and tasted like it was more like a paste out of a jar vs. Freshly made. The Elote was super salty, the Fish Tacos were under cooked. I so wanted it to be great due to the proximity of my home. On a positive note, the Queso and chips were actually pretty good. My overall experience was 2 Stars, at best:(
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 2
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 2
