Visit Grand Prairie for Two of the Top Tacos in Texas

Published on October 25, 2024

Two of the best tacos in Texas are right here in Grand Prairie, less than a half mile apart.

Talk about a Texas two-step, the Sloppy Juan at Zavala’s Barbecue was selected as one of the Top 50 Tacos in the state by Texas Monthly.

It’s a flavorful Tex-Mex take on the sloppy joe but replaces ground beef with a blend of brisket and pulled pork wrapped in a tortilla - something you need to try to truly appreciate.

Neighboring Mas Coffee features a smoked turkey, egg, and cheese breakfast taco that was one of only 13 tacos in Texas Monthly’s honorable mentions list.

The sister businesses are operated by Joe Zavala and his wife Christan, less than 1/3 of a mile apart on Grand Prairie’s Main Street corridor.

That means with just a quick stop in downtown Grand Prairie you can get a Top 63-in-Texas taco for breakfast, take a stroll around downtown and follow it up with a Texas Top 50 taco for lunch.

Joe Zavala spoke with the City about the Texas Monthly recognitions.

“I’ve always dreamed of opening a taco shop, but I never imagined it would be two tacos at our BBQ joint and coffee shop that would rank among the top 63 tacos in Texas,” Zavala said. “My wife, Christan, and I, high school sweethearts, have made this dream come true right here in our hometown of Grand Prairie.”

Click here for more information about Zavala’s Barbecue.

Click here for more information about Mas Coffee