The Mad Taco - Essex Junction

Staff was nice hence 2 stars but food wasn?t good. Had the regular beef burrito which I will say was fully filled with (borderline unseasoned) ground beef. It wouldn?t stay together so I had to use a fork/knife the entire time. I think I saw ~5beans in it and a little green salsa. Most disappointing part was the guac for chips. They should mash less and add moreseasoning. Tasted like citrus. Prior to visiting, I remember ordering online only to find out they were closed after I arrived.I couldn?t find anything on social media/their phone about it being closed. Had to dispute it with my credit card companysince no one returned my call or email. Interesting way to handle business. Middlebury Mad Taco was infinitely better.

I think the place is aptly named the Mad Taco because I left feeling frustrated. I went to the Essex location with a friend, and I ordered two tacos while they opted for a burrito bowl. We also decided to try the kimchi. Unfortunately, the tacos were disappointing. Although they looked nice, the filling was bland, and I couldn't even pick them up because they were so drenched in meat juice that the shells became soggy. The kimchi also fell short of expectations; it tasted overly Americanized and far from authentic, even for a Korean restaurant. I walked away feeling upset about the prices given the tasteless and soggy tacos I had. I won't be returning—I can make better tacos at home, and they'll be both cheaper and more delicious.

IT'S BACK! The food is fantastic, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the staff is amazing! This place is a definite must-visit! Consider it the best tacos in the Northeast—I haven't found anything better yet.

I placed an online order and went to pick up my food, only to find that they were closed. My card was charged, and the website indicated they were open. This is completely unacceptable. I understand that businesses need to close occasionally, but they should disable online ordering when that happens. It's not right to take money from customers when you're not operating.

Carnitas super good tacos, beef tacos too spicy!!