El Taco Veloz Inc

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The Scene
The granddad of this modest Atlanta taco chain doesn't look like much, with its weather-beaten roof and peeling green paint. But the freestanding building produces some of the city's most authentic Mexican food. Getting it to go makes sense, as seating consists of a few barstools inside and some dilapidated picnic tables outside. The Spanish- and sometimes English-speaking staff is polite and professional.

The Food
Tacos and burritos--made with hefty fillings and perfectly grilled flour tortillas--are the backbone of the menu. The chicken taco is a velvety soft shell stuffed with tender chunks of meat and a hint of salsa verde. The chile relleno taco is even better, a breaded poblano oozing with melted cheese. Burritos are for the famished; charbroiled steak is a whopping helping of chopped quality meat flavored with onions and pepper. Chips are thick and crunchy, almost bread-like. Finish with arroz con leche, a simple rice pudding sprinkled with cinnamon and raisins.