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    Taco Buddha - UCity

    7405 Pershing Ave

    University City, MO 63130


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    Featured Items

    • 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. Gluten-free on corn tortillas. NOT dairy-free even without cheese and sauce. NOT egg-free. CANNOT be made shellfish-free (fried in same oil as shrimp)
      $5.25
    • The Baja

      Mexican crispy battered fish (Alaskan Pollock), cabbage, Baja special sauce, cotija, cilantro, corn tortillas Gluten-free! Dairy-free without cotija and Baja sauce. Egg-free without Baja sauce. CANNOT be made shellfish-free (fried in same oil as shrimp)
      $5.25
    • The McCausland

      Chopped Creekstone Beef smashburger with, romaine, citrus-pickled red onions, chopped dill pickle chips, Hi-Pointe Ando sauce, Shredded American Cheese, on a flour tortilla. Gluten-free on corn tortillas. Dairy-free without cheese. Egg-free without Ando sauce.
      $5.95

    Appetizers

    • Fried Avocado

      Crispy avocado wedges with New Mexico red chile aioli dipping sauce. (Gluten Free and Dairy Free) **Shellfish Warning: all fried foods are fried in oil that also fries shrimp. Avoid The Baja, The Biloxi, The Nashville, Fried Avocado, Fried Portabella, and chips if you have a shellfish allergy.
      $5.25
    • Salsa Roja & Chips

      Smoky, roasted tomato salsa with freshly fried tortilla chips. (Gluten and Dairy Free) **Shellfish Warning: all fried foods are fried in oil that also fries shrimp. Avoid The Baja, The Biloxi, The Nashville, Fried Avocado, Fried Portabella, and chips if you have a shellfish allergy.
      $4.25
    • Queso Blanco & Chips

      Melty white cheese dip and chips. (Gluten Free) **Shellfish Warning: all fried foods are fried in oil that also fries shrimp. Avoid The Baja, The Biloxi, The Nashville, Fried Avocado, Fried Portabella, and chips.
      $6.50
    • Green Chile Queso & Chips

      Queso Blanco with Hatch green chile (spicy), onions & garlic. (Gluten Free) **Shellfish Warning: all fried foods are fried in oil that also fries shrimp. Avoid The Baja, The Biloxi, The Nashville, Fried Avocado, Fried Portabella, and chips if you have a shellfish allergy.
      $6.95
    • Guacamole & Chips

      Fresh Guacamole with chips. (Gluten and Dairy Free) **Shellfish Warning: all fried foods are fried in oil that also fries shrimp. Avoid The Baja, The Biloxi, The Nashville, Fried Avocado, Fried Portabella, and chips if you have a shellfish allergy.
      $11.25
    • The Trifecta

      The ultimate trifecta of chips and dips: 5oz Salsa Roja, 5oz Queso Blanco, 8oz Guacamole and a basket of chips. Dip, dip, (dip), hooray!
      $14.25

    Lunch & Dinner Food

    Tacos

    **Shellfish Disclaimer: all fried foods are fried in oil that also fries shrimp. Avoid The Baja, The Biloxi, The Nashville, Fried Avocado, Fried Portabella, and chips.
    • The Biloxi

      Crispy fried shrimp with a Cajun coleslaw sauce over cabbage slaw, pickled radish + red onion, cotija cheese, and cilantro inside corn tortillas. Gluten-free. Dairy-free without cotija. Egg-free without coleslaw sauce.
      $5.75
    • The McCausland

      Chopped Creekstone Beef smashburger with, romaine, citrus-pickled red onions, chopped dill pickle chips, Hi-Pointe Ando sauce, Shredded American Cheese, on a flour tortilla. Gluten-free on corn tortillas. Dairy-free without cheese. Egg-free without Ando sauce.
      $5.95
    • The Baja

      Mexican crispy battered fish (Alaskan Pollock), cabbage, Baja special sauce, cotija, cilantro, corn tortillas Gluten-free! Dairy-free without cotija and Baja sauce. Egg-free without Baja sauce. CANNOT be made shellfish-free (fried in same oil as shrimp)
      $5.25
    • The California

      Portabellas, squash, bell peppers, red onion, cabbage, grilled corn salsa, Monterey Jack, fried avocado, cilantro, corn tortilla. Gluten-free. Dairy-free without Monterey Jack. Egg-free without fried avocado. Vegan with fresh avocado and no cheese.
      $5.25
    • The Jodhpur

      Grilled chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon, and masala, cabbage, creamy Raita sauce, mango salsa, cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla Gluten-free on corn tortilla. Not dairy-free even without cotija and Raita sauce. Egg-free.
      $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. Gluten-free on corn tortillas. NOT dairy-free even without cheese and sauce. NOT egg-free. CANNOT be made shellfish-free (fried in same oil as shrimp)
      $5.25
    • The Taos

      Hatch green chile carnitas, cabbage, avocado, citrus-pickled red onion, radish, cotija, cilantro, corn tortillas Gluten-free. Dairy-free without cotija cheese. Egg-free.
      $5.25
    • The Thailand

      Thai braised and griddled beef, griddled red onions, cabbage, creamy Raita sauce, cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla Gluten-free if you substitute a corn tortilla. Dairy-free if no cotija and no Raita sauce. Egg-free
      $5.95
    • The Galveston

      New Mexico chile-spiced sautéed shrimp, romaine lettuce, corn salsa, Baja special sauce, cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla. Gluten-free on corn tortillas. Dairy-free without cotija and Baja sauce. Egg-free without Baja sauce. Fried portabella substitute CANNOT be made shellfish-free (fried in same oil as shrimp). 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 Del Rio

      Mesquite-smoked chopped beef brisket, romaine, avocado, citrus-pickled red onion, salsa roja, cotija, cilantro, flour tortilla ~Gluten-free on corn tortillas. Dairy-free without cotija. Egg-free.~
      $5.95
    • The Little Havana

      Our taco take on the classic Cubano sandwich. Slow roasted Mojo pork shoulder, swiss cheese, mustard-ham sauce, dill pickles, flour tortilla. Gluten-free on corn tortillas. Dairy-free without cheese and sauce. Egg-free.
      $5.85

    Quesadillas & Salads

    • Quesadilla

      Monterey Jack, Hatch green chile, & pico de gallo on a large 12 inch flour tortilla
      $8.50
    • Lil Dilla

      Melted Monterey Jack on two, small griddled flour tortillas (Gluten free if sub corn tortillas)
      $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)
      $8.50

    Kids' Menu

    • Kids' Cheese Quesadilla Meal

      Two 6in flour tortillas with melty Monterey Jack cheese with a side of rice or beans. Add beans, fried chicken, OR ground beef for $1.75
      $6.25
    • Kids' Soft Taco Meal

      One taco with your choice of beans, fried chicken OR ground beef with lettuce, Monterey Jack cheese, and flour tortilla. Comes with a side of rice or beans. Gluten-free on corn tortillas. Fried chicken cannot be made dairy-free, egg-free or shellfish-free. With beans and ground beef: dairy-free without Monterey Jack. Egg-free. Shellfish-free
      $8.00

    Sides

    • Pueblo-Style Rice

      Vegetarian/Vegan Mexican rice with pico de gallo, cilantro, & cotija cheese. (GF)
      $3.85
    • Pueblo-Style Rice & Beans

      Pueblo-style rice & Mexican-style black beans combo topped with pico de gallo, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan without cheese.
      $6.25
    • Mexican Beans

      Mexican-style black beans, topped with pico de gallo, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan without cheese.
      $3.85
    • Mexican Street Corn on the Cob

      Traditional elotes. Roasted corn on the cob, NM red chile aioli, cotija, cilantro. (GF)
      $5.75
    • Hatch Green Chile

      Fire-roasted Hatch green chile, with onions and garlic. Does not come with chips. (GF)
      $1.50+
    • Pico de gallo

      Fresh diced Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime. Does not come with chips. (GF)
      $0.75+
    • Guacamole

      Side of guacamole. Does not come with chips. (GF and DF)
      $2.50+
    • Queso Blanco 5oz (no chips)

      A 5oz side of Queso Blanco. Does NOT come with chips. (Gluten free)
      $4.75
    • Green Chile Queso 5oz side (no chips)

      A 5oz side of Green Chile Queso. Does NOT come with chips. (Gluten free)
      $5.75
    • Side of tortillas

      2 flour tortillas or 4 (GF) corn tortillas
      $1.50+
    • Side of Baja Sauce

      $0.45+
    • Salsa Roja 5 oz side (no chips)

      $2.75

    Desserts

    • Texas Pralines

      Texas confection made from Texas-sized pecans, milk, butter, and sugar. Gluten free!
      $3.50
    • Texas Sheet Cake

      Our Gluten free version of a classic chocolate Texas sheet cake with chocolate icing
      $5.50
    • The Ligaya

      Ube tres leches cake. Ligaya is the Filipino word for happiness, and that's exactly what this pretty purple bundle of joy tastes like. Gluten-free(!). Cannot be made dairy-free or egg-free.
      $6.50

    Bulk Items Packaged TO-GO

    • Salsa Roja + Chips

      BULK ITEM TO GO ~ Our signature smoky, grilled red salsa and chips in bulk! (GF and DF)
      $7.00+
    • Queso Blanco + Chips

      BULK ITEM TO GO ~ Melty white queso with pico de gallo and chips in bulk! (GF)
      $9.00+
    • Green Chile Queso + Chips

      BULK ITEM TO GO ~ Queso Blanco with roasted Hatch green chile and chips in bulk! (GF)
      $12.00+
    • Just Salsa - No Chips

      BULK ITEM TO GO Our salsa roja in bulk. (GF and DF)
      $4.00+
    • Chips

      Freshly fried tortilla chips
      $3.00+

    NA Beverages

    Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Freedom Punch

      Excel's limited batch citrus-pineapple soda celebrating America's 250th birthday. Sweet, but also tart.
      $3.75
    • Mexican Coke

      $3.75
    • Jarritos

      $3.75
    • Mineragua

      $4.25
    • Frostie Root Beer

      $2.50
    • Ski Original

      $2.50
    • Cripple Creek Ginger Ale

      $2.50
    • Guilt Free Lucky Club Cola

      $2.50
    • Unsweet Iced Tea

      Lightly sweetened, small batch black tea from Excel Bottling Co.
      $3.75
    • Lightly Sweetened Iced Tea

      $3.75

    Margaritas

    Margaritas To-Go

    Must be 21 years old or older with a valid ID to order. Please enjoy responsibly.
    • Frozen Margarita To-Go

      Our Famous Frozen Margarita packaged to take with you!
      $20.00+
    • Rocks Margarita To-Go

      Our house Rocks Margarita ready for you to take home and pour over ice
      $20.00+

    Beer, Wine, Cocktails

    Beers

    Must be 21 years old or older with a valid ID to order. Please enjoy responsibly.
    • Shiner Bock

      A bock-style lager brewed in Texas
      $4.75
    • Victoria

      Smooth Mexican Amber Lager Beer
      $4.75
    • Modelo Negra

      $4.75
    • Modelo Especial

      $4.75
    • N/A Corona

      Non-alcoholic lightly hopped pilsner. Less than .5% ABV.
      $4.95

    Wine

    Must be 21 years old or older with a valid ID to order. Please enjoy responsibly.
    • Bousquet Organic Sauvignon Blanc

      "Light yellow color with green hues. Lime and apple aromas. Balanced with crisp natural acidity."
      $9.00+
    • Bousquet Organic Rose

      "Pale and pretty crystal-clear pink. Strawberry and red berry aromas with orange zest notes. Lively with fresh acidity and a fruity palate."
      $10.50+
    • Bousquet Organic Malbec

      "Deep violet color. On the nose it presents intense aromas of blackberry with notes of black raisins and plum. The palate is balanced and elegant with a profile of red and black fruits and notes of fig and chocolate."
      $12.00+

    Merchandise

    Beanies

    • Heather Gray Sunburst Taco Beanie

      $19.95

    Adult Short-sleeved T-shirts

    • Sunburst Short-sleeved

      Soft, dark heather grey T-shirt
      OUT OF STOCK
      $24.95
    • Tacoasis Blue Short-Sleeved

      Snazzy new southwestern design. Yeehaw!
      $27.95
    • Tacoasis Dark Gray Short-Sleeved

      Snazzy new southwestern design
      $27.95
    • Black Taco Buddha Tee

      Simple, sleek black Taco Buddha tee.
      $27.95

    Adult Long-sleeved T-shirts

    • Circle of Love Long-sleeved

      Soft, dark heather grey T-shirt. Long-sleeved.
      $23.95
    • Sunburst Long-sleeved

      Long-sleeved, soft, heather gray t-shirt
      $23.95
    • Flower Power Long-Sleeved

      Soft, heather blue long sleeve T-shirt
      $23.95
    • Tacoasis Blue Long-Sleeved

      Whoa! Brand new shirts just blew in to taco town.
      $31.95
    • Tacoasis Dark Gray Long-Sleeved

      Snazzy new southwestern design
      $31.95

    Kid's Short-sleeved T-shirt

    • Circle of Love Kid's Short-sleeved

      $19.95
    • Flower Power Kid's Short-sleeved

      Youth sized soft, heather blue T-shirt with floral design
      $19.95
    • Tacoasis Kid's Blue Short-Sleeved

      Snazzy new southwestern design
      $27.95
    • Tacoasis Kid's Dark Gray Short-Sleeved

      Snazzy new southwestern design
      $27.95

    Women's Short-sleeved T-shirt

    • Circle of Love - Women's Short-sleeved

      $24.95

    Kid's Long-sleeved T-shirt

    • Tacoasis Kid's Blue Long-Sleeved

      Coming soon!
      $29.95
    • Tacoasis Kid's Dark Gray Long-Sleeved

      Coming soon!
      $29.95

    Beverages 3PD

    Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Freedom Punch

      Excel's limited batch citrus-pineapple soda celebrating America's 250th birthday. Sweet, but also tart.
      $3.75
    • Mexican Coke

      $3.75
    • Jarritos

      $3.75
    • Frostie Root Beer

      $2.50
    • Ski Original

      $2.50
    • Cripple Creek Ginger Ale

      $2.50
    • Guilt Free Lucky Club Cola

      $2.50
    • Unsweet Iced Tea

      Lightly sweetened, small batch black tea from Excel Bottling Co.
      $3.75
    • Lightly Sweetened Iced Tea

      $3.75

    Margaritas To-Go

    Must be 21 years old or older with a valid ID to order. Please enjoy responsibly.
    • Frozen Margarita To-Go

      Our Famous Frozen Margarita packaged to take with you!
      $20.00+
    • Rocks Margarita To-Go

      Our house Rocks Margarita ready for you to take home and pour over ice
      $20.00+

    All hours
    Sunday8:15 am - 9:15 pm
    MondayClosed
    Tuesday11:00 am - 9:15 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 9:15 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 9:15 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 9:15 pm
    Saturday8:15 am - 9:15 pm
    Restaurant info

    We're a Southwest taco kitchen that is influenced by global flavors. Our margaritas are famous! We have the friendliest staff in town!

    Location

    7405 Pershing Ave, University City, MO 63130

    Directions