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Yellow Rose
Master Critic Reviews (5 Lists)
Yellow Rose
8.3
Yellow Rose brings a Texas-rooted lens to Mexican cooking, with standout flour tortillas and a tight menu that shines in the taco lane. Expect rich guisados, smoky salsas, and a brunch that feels like a neighborhood ritual. It’s casual, busy, and best when you lean into the beefier, saucier fillings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne guisada taco, Bean & cheese taco with homemade flour tortilla, Chips with vegan queso
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 7.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Texas-style tacos built on excellent house flour tortillas.
Who should go: Brunchers and taco purists.
When to visit: Weekend brunch before the rush.
What to order: Carne guisada taco, bean & cheese taco, chips with queso.
Insider tip: Grab a donut if they’re stocked—sellouts happen.
Yellow Rose
8.3
A Texas-leaning East Village spot built around freshly pressed flour tortillas and soulful, smoky fillings. The menu is tight but focused, with tacos and sides that read like a love letter to roadside Lone Star cooking. It’s casual, friendly, and consistently satisfying for a quick dinner or weekend brunch run.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Guisada Taco, Chicken Verde Taco, Texas Sheet Cake
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: House-made Sonoran-style tortillas anchoring real-deal Texas comfort cooking.
Who should go: Taco people and casual-date diners.
When to visit: Weekend brunch before noon.
What to order: Carne guisada taco, chicken verde taco, sheet cake.
Insider tip: If the sheet cake is on, order it first—sometimes it sells out.
Yellow Rose
8.6
A Tex-Mex room with house-made flour tortillas that elevate everything from barbacoa to carne guisada. The tacos are rich and comfort-leaning, balanced by sharp salsas and a strong cocktail program. Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition matches the neighborhood buzz.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne guisada taco, Barbacoa taco on flour tortilla, Bean & cheese taco
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: San Antonio–style tortillas and guisados in a tight East Village package.
Who should go: Tex-Mex lovers and taco-curious locals.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for easier walk-ins.
What to order: Carne guisada, barbacoa, bean & cheese tacos.
Insider tip: Don’t skip the daily specials—they’re often the best bite.
Yellow Rose
8.1
A Tex-Mex-meets-East-Village room built around house-made Sonoran-style flour tortillas. Breakfast tacos and barbacoa shine, and the tight menu keeps execution sharp rather than sprawling.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Taco on Flour Tortilla, Barbacoa Taco, Texas Sheet Cake
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Fresh-pressed flour tortillas that change the taco baseline.
Who should go: Taco people, brunchers, casual date nights.
When to visit: Weekend brunch or early evening.
What to order: Breakfast taco, barbacoa taco, sheet cake.
Insider tip: Sit at the bar for faster ordering and tortilla-watching.
Yellow Rose
8.0
A compact Tex-Mex spot with house-made flour tortillas and a San Antonio mindset, now a certified East Village staple. The tacos hit hardest—migas for brunch, carne guisada for dinner—while the vibe stays casual but cared-for. Not the cheapest on the block, but still a strong value for the craftsmanship.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne guisada taco, Migas breakfast taco, Chips with vegan queso
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Texas-style tacos with exceptional house flour tortillas.
Who should go: Taco fans who care about tortillas.
When to visit: Weekend brunch or early dinner slots.
What to order: Carne guisada taco, migas taco, vegan queso.
Insider tip: Grab a donut if it’s on offer—they sell out fast.