These tantalizing taco dishes demonstrate that you don't necessarily need tortillas and salsa to make the perfect taco. With innovative ingredients and unusual flavor combinations, these tasty tacos can be enjoyed all year round.
Some of the more unusual taco dishes are those that attempt to use unconventional ingredients. For example, some taco recipes substitute standard tortillas for shells made from waffles, lettuce, spaghetti noodles and and even strips of bacon. And it is not just the taco shell that has been replaced. Some of these unique taco dishes also feature unorthodox fillings such as sausage and eggs or ice cream and chocolate.
For something more traditional, there are a number of recipes that stick to the classic taco formula, but add a tasty twist. For example, there are taco dishes with non-traditional meat fillings such as sirloin steak, corned beef and even soy chicken. While it may not be beef, these taco recipes stick to classic taco flavors and traditional Mexican ingredients.
33 Tantalizing Taco Dishes
From Pasta Bacon Taco Hybrids to Ice Cream Cereal Tacos:
Katherine Pendrill — Jun 21, 2015 — Lifestyle
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Porky Mexican-Inspired Breakfasts
The Bacon Weave Taco Improves a Timeless Food Design
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Tantalizing Taco Burritos
The Taco Bell Quesarito is a Burrito Wrapped Up in a Soft Quesadilla
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Bacon-Infused Dessert Tacos
The Bacon Weave Choco Taco Combines Sweet and Savory Flavors
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Latticed BLT Tacos
DudeFoods's Bacon Weave Tacos are Filled with Chopped Lettuce and Tomatoes
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Croissant Waffle Tacos
This Waffle and Croissant Hybrid is Available at Some IHOP Locations
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Pasta Bacon Taco Hybrids
These Indulgent Bacon Weave Taco Breaks Calorie-Topping Records
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Breakfast Waffle Tacos
Taco Bell’s Breakfast Feast is Going Nationwide
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Double Taco Bun Burgers
This Burger Uses Tacos as Buns for a Crunchy Alternative
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Asian Taco Recipes
Iamafoodblog's Vietnamese Braised Beef Taco is a Hybrid Between Cultures
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Nacho Taco Kits
This Old El Paso Taco Kit Features a Cheesy Orange Dorito-Like Taco
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Mexican-Inspired Biscuit Meals
The Latest Taco Bell Breakfast is Topped with Jalapeno Honey Sauce
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Meatless Taco Salads
This Recipe from Oh My Veggies Adheres to Vegan Diet Restrictions
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DIY Dessert Tacos
The Taco Bell Chocolate Taco Kit Lets You Make Your Own Choco Tacos
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Fried Tortilla Chip Tacos
The Deep Fried Doritos Locos Taco Takes Taco Bell to New Heights
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Spaghetti Taco Shells
This Mexican-Themed Twist on Spaghetti and Meatballs is From The Vulgar Chef
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Frozen Chocolate Tacos
These Homemade Choco Tacos are a Delicious Frozen Dessert
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Fried Pizza Tacos
This Crispy and Savory Dish From Oh, Bite It! Consists of Folded and Fried Pizza
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Pancake Taco Hybrids
Mr. Breakfast's Indulgent Recipe is Infused with Eggs and Bacon
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Reuben Taco Sliders
The Vulgar Chef Created a Mini Reuben Sandwich That Exists in Taco Form
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Crispy Ramen Tacos
These Delicious Noodle Tacos Fuse Together Japanese and Mexican Cuisine
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Noodle-Infused Tacos
This Ramen Taco Mixes up a Favorite Mexican Dish
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Cheese-Stuffed Taco Shells
The Taco Bell Quesalupa is a Quesadilla and Chalupa Hybrid
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Grapefruit-Topped Tacos
This Recipe for Fish Tacos and Salsa Includes Grapefruit and Avocado
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Luxe Steak Frites
Chef Bob Pairs a Classic Dish with a Savory Bearnaise Sauce
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Taco Breakfast Fries
Chow's Chorizo Y Papas Breakfast Tacos Are Infused with Sausage
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Ice Cream Cereal Tacos
This Ice Cream Taco from DudeFoods Uses a Shell Made out of Cocoa Pebbles
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Ginger Garlic Steak Tacos
This Indian Infusing Recipe is Topped with Pineapple Pico de Gallo
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Campfire Confection Tacos
The Vulgar Chef's S'Mores Taco Takes Inspiration From Mexican Cuisine
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Crunchy Taco Cupcakes
These Savory Cupcakes are Made with Refried Beans and Corn Chips
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Breakfast Biscuit Tacos
The New Biscuit Taco from Taco Bell is Filled with Sausage and Egg
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Chorizo Breakfast Tacos
This Savory Breakfast Recipe Includes Potato Hash and a Fried Egg
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Mexican Sirloin Snacks
The Food Network Skirt Steak Tacos Add a Meaty Punch to Typical Tortillas
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Vegan Chicken Tacos
Spicy Teriyaki Chick'n Tacos Offer a Plethora of Protein without Meat
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Seasoned Cheesy Macaroni Products
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Ranch-Flavored Rolled Tortilla Chips
Takis Buckin' Ranch Comes in Individual and Sharing Sizes
Upcycled Ingredient Ice Creams
Salt & Straw's Upcycled Foods Series Rescues Wasted Food
Double-Layered QSR Tacos
Taco Bell Brought Back its Discontinued 'Double Decker Taco'
Vegan Collagen Tortilla Chips
Whale Sperm Tortillas Share the Benefits of Vegan Collagen
Taco-Shaped Translation Devices
This Conceptual Taco Translation Device by Taewan Kim is Playful
Spicy Co-Branded Mints
Tic Tac and Del Taco Dropped a Spicy Mint Idea on April 1st
TikTok-Viral Tortellini Bakes
A New Viral Recipe Features Cheese and Meat Sauces
Better-for-You Shrimp Bowls
Scott & Jon's Launched Convenient Frozen Shrimp Entrees
Blended Tex-Mex Refreshments
Taco Bell Churro Chillers Come in Four Flavor Options
Birria-Inspired QSR Menus
Del Taco Debuts the New Shredded Beef Birria Ramen, Tacos And Quesadilla
California-Style Steak Burritos
Taco Bell is Testing Out a New Cali Steak Grilled Cheese Burrito
Snack Chip-Packed Burritos
Taco Bell Ruffles Crunchy Double Dippers are Available in Puerto Rico
Crispy Chicken Empanadas
Taco Bell is Offering a Cheesy Chicken Crispanada in Knoxville, Tennessee
Viral Grilled Cheese Burritos
Chipotle Teamed Up with a TikTok Creator to Share a Tasty Menu Hack
Chicken-Centric QSR Menus
Taco Bell's Teased Its New Cantina Chicken Menu in Vegas
Pizza-Flavored Snack Mixes
Chex Mix Remix Cheesy Pizza & Zesty Taco Flavors Have Arrived
Seven-Layer Taco Pizzas
Taco John's Taco Pizza Shares Classic Taco Toppings by the Slice
Avocado Gelato Snacks
Avocados from Mexico and Paciugo Teamed Up to Make "Gelachos"
Upcycled Tortilla Beers
Chica Mexicana is Made with Imperfect Tortillas to Fight Food Waste
Elote-Flavored Macaroni Meals
Mexican Street Food Inspired Goodles' New Boxed Macaroni and Cheese
Taco-Inspired Tortilla Chips
Doritos Late Night Loaded Taco is Available Only at Kroger
Ready-to-Enjoy Tex-Mex Meals
These Old El Paso Ready Meals are Perfect for One or Two Diners
Cereal-Inspired Ice Creams
Salt & Straw's Cereal-sly Delicious Series Plays with Breakfast Flavors
Jicama Shell Avocado Tacos
The Cheesecake Factory Just Added New Skinnylicious Avocado Tacos
Savory Waffle Tacos
Moe's Southwest Grill and Eggo Collaborated to Create an Eggo Taco
High-Quality Frozen Dishes
Tillamook Launches New Pizza and Mac & Cheese Frozen Meals
Collectible Lunch Box Giveaways
Taco Bell is Launching a Lunch Box Giveaway with DoorDash
Collaboration QSR Cereals
Taco Bell Cinnamon Twists Cereal Was Created with Uber Eats
Expansive Tex-Mex QSR Menus
These New Taco Bell Menu Items are Arriving for 2024
Frozen Vegetarian Enchiladas
Trader Joe's Vegetable & Cheese Enchiladas are Ready in Minutes
Sour Cream Frozen Desserts
Chipotle's Sour CREAMi Ice Cream Recipe is Tangy, Sweet and Super Rich
Craveable Frozen QSR Meals
Taco Bell at Home Cravings Kits Help Fans Make Menu Classics at Home
Blended Cheesy Streetfoods
Taco Bell is Testing New Cheesy Street Chalupas at Certain Locations
Taco Discovery Boxes
Taco Bell is Sharing a Craveable Offer Exclusively on Taco Tuesdays
AI-Generated Taco Creations
Velvet Taco Has Created an AI-Generated 'Chat GPTaco'
Cheesy Filled Corn Pockets
These Chicken Cheese & Green Chile Pupusas Offer a Taste of El Salvador
Nacho-Flavored Chocolate Bites
TCHO's Choco Natchos are Cheesy Chocolate Bites are Savory & Spicy
Cheesy Rolled Tortilla Chips
The New Intense Nacho Takis are a Non-Spicy Offering from the Brand
Supersized Country Breakfast Bowls
Taco Cabana Has New Gigante Breakfast Cabana Bowls for Summer
Flavorful Layered Burrito Menus
Condado Tacos is Adding 4 Burritos, Including the Dirty Peezler
Taco-Inspired Popcorn Snacks
Taco Te Amo is a Savory Ode to the Mexican American Taco
Cinnamon-Dusted Taco Shells
Old El Paso and Cinnamon Toast Crunch Debut the Dessert Taco Shells
Sausage Stuffed Breakfast Tacos
Start Your Day with a Breakfast Taco Made with Jimmy Dean Sausage
Iced Dessert Tacos
Cold Stone Rolled Out an Ice Cream Taco in Time for Cinco de Mayo
Customer-Inspired Burrito Recipes
Moe's Southwest Grill Greatest Hits Come as a Burrito or Bowl
Beer-Battered Fish Tacos
Del Taco Just Unveiled New Beer Battered Crispy Fish Tacos
Bright Red Halloween Tacos
Jack in the Box is Introducing a New Angry Monster Taco
Student-Focused Taco Kits
Taco Bell Launches the New 'S.O.S' Kit for College Students
Burger-Inspired Ice Creams
So Cute Ice Cream's Cheeseburger Ice Cream is Served with a Pickle
Restaurant-Style At-Home Tacos
Taco Bell Launches the New Craving Kits for At-Home Taco Night
Actress-Crafted Burrito Bowls
Tocaya Created the New Cali Bowl with Actress Vanessa Hudgens
Taco Shell-Based Diamonds
Taco Bell Canada is Giving Away Real Diamonds Made from Taco Shells
Collaboration Creamy Spiced Fries
Taco Bell Secret Aardvark Nacho Fries are Arriving This Month
Reformulated Vanilla Milkshakes
Del Taco Released the 'Snickerdoodle' Shake with a Vanilla Base
Extra-Cheesy Spice-Free Snacks
Takis Intense Nacho Offers a Burst of Flavor with No Heat
Tofu-Topped Burrito Bowls
Barberitos’ New Lifestyle Bowl is Big on Fresh Flavors
Layered Tortilla Pizzas
Taco Cabana Just Added the Ghost Pepper Ground Beef Double Crunch Pizza
Mexican Chocolate Marshmallow Bites
These Mexican Hot Cocoa Bites Unite Cinnamon & Chili
Athlete-Inspired Salad Bowls
Tocaya Modern Mexican Has Teamed Up with Ucla Athletes on a New Bowl
Authentic Burrito Bowl Kits
The SOMOS Burrito Bowl Kit Comes in Two Target-Exclusive Flavors
Grilled Steak Burritos
Taco Bell Released a New Take on its Grilled Burrito with Steak and Bacon
Saucy Jalapeno-Lime Fries
Taco Bell is Serving New Steak Chile Verde Fries for a Limited Time
International Cuisine Side Dishes
Tilda Tasty Sides Come in Four Flavor Varieties
Tequila Lime-Infused Empanadas
Fat Bastard Burrito Just Added a New Tequila Lime Chicken Empanada
Cauliflower-Based Ice Creams
EatKinda Makes a Creamy Frozen Dessert with a Veggie Base
Cottage Cheese Ice Creams
Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Recipes are Going Viral on Social Media
Fiery Shredded Beef Tacos
Moe’s New Blazin’ Birria Taco Features Beef Simmered in Chiles & Garlic
Extra-Spicy QSR Tacos
The Dairy Queen Carolina Reaper Tacos are Only Available in Texas
Pancake-Based Breakfast Taco
These New Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Pancake Tacos are Sweet and Savory
Cheesecake-Filled Mexican Pastries
Del Real's Churro Cheesecake Tamales Combines 3 Treats in 1
Corn Chip-Stuffed Quesadillas
Taco Cabana is Dropping a New Fritos Pie Quesadilla This Month
Frozen QSR-Backed Chillers
Taco Bell Debuts the Coffee and Churro Chillers in California
Spooky Ice Cream Collections
Salt & Straw's Scoops & Skulls Series Shares Halloween Ice Creams
Savory Tex-Mex Cuisine Soups
Old El Paso Tex-Mex-Inspired Canned Soups Come in Five Flavors
Spicy Protein-Rich Tacos
WaBa Grill is Serving Up New Boom Boom Tacos at Select Locations
Salvadorian Griddle Cakes
Xinca Foods' Loroco and Cheese Pupasas Feature an Edible Flower
Value-Driven Steak Tacos
Taco Bell is Testing Out a New Steak Soft Taco That Costs Just $3
Viral Vegan Dip Recipes
An Easy Cowboy Caviar Recipe is Gaining Popularity on TikTok
Authentic Mexican Corn Dishes
QDOBA Mexican Street Corn is Sweet, Spiced and Creamy
Egg-Based Spanish Tortillas
Enjoy a Great Spanish Dish at Home with Trader Joe's Tortilla Española
Mexican Holiday Carnita Menus
El Pollo Loco Launches the Special Holiday Carnitas Menu
Sonoran-Style Flour Tortillas
Trader Joe's New Sonora Style Flour Tortillas Have a Mild Flavor
Dual-Layer Tortilla Tacos
Taco Bell is Testing Out New Double Stacked Tacos in Birmingham, Alabama
Jalapeño-Stuffed Grilled Burritos
On the Border Just Debuted Its New Texas Grilled Burrito
Ramen-Infused Chocolates
This Alicja Confections Bar Combines Ramen and Chocolate
Sandwich-Inspired Chalupas
Taco Bell Canada Has a New Chicken Bacon Club Chalupa
Convenient QSR Breakfast Tacos
Dunkin' Breakfast Tacos are Easy to Eat Anywhere
Crunchy Extra-Long Tacos
Überrito's New 10-Inch Crunchy Tacos Gives You More Bang for Your Buck
Poblano Pepper Macaroni Meals
Chicken Salad Chick Has a New White Cheddar Poblano Mac N’ Cheese
Sombrero-Shaped Appetizers
TexMex Sombreros are Shapely Snacks Filled with Flavor
Asian-Inspired Sliders
White Castle Concocted Unique Slider Recipes for National Noodle Day
Seafood-Filled Tostada Bowls
These El Pollo Loco Tostadas Come in Two Varieties
Queso-Drizzled Chicken Tacos
Taco John's Has Just Unveiled a New Queso Fried Chicken Taco
Mexican Street Corn Bowls
Fuzzy's Taco Shop Just Added a Chicken Elote Bowl to Its Menu
Beer-Battered Fish Tacos
Del Taco Has a New Habanero Beer Battered Crispy Fish Taco
Cheddar-Encrusted Taco Shells
Taco John's New Cheddar Crunch Tacos are Covered in Aged Cheddar
Breakfast-style Tater Tots
New Breakfast Tots are Currently Being Tested at Taco Bell
Pop-Up Taco Restaurants
El Segundo Continually Surprises & Delights with Daily Main Dish Specials
Spicy Chimichurri Tacos
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is Serving Up the Spicy Chimi Fajita Taco
Hybrid Enchilada-Inspired Burritos
Taco Bell Just Added the New Chicken Enchilada Burrito
All-Day Pancake Tacos
IHOP is Now Serving Sweet and Savory Pancake Tacos
Potato-Stuffed Breakfast Burritos
Taco John's is Serving Up New Meat & Potato Breakfast Burritos
Indian Cuisine-Inspired QSR Menus
The Taco Bell Desi Menu is Arriving in India
Crunchy QSR-Made Burritos
Taco Bell Reintroduces its Beefy Crunch Burrito Alongside New Menu Items
Dippable Chicken Taquitos
Taco Bueno is Serving Up New Chicken Taquitos with Hidden Valley Ranch
Strawberry-Flavored QSR Treat Menus
These Taco Bell Sweet Treats are Available for a Limited Time
Beer-Battered Fish Tacos
Taco Cabana's New Fish Tacos are Made with Beer-Battered Icelandic Cod
Mexican Seasoning QSR Menus
These Taco Bell Tajín Menu Items Come in Three Varieties
Cocktail-Inspired Shrimp Tacos
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Just Added a New Margarita Shrimp Taco
Refreshing Cantaloupe Fruit Drinks
Taco Deli's New Melon Agua Fresca is a Perfect Summer Sipper
Hearty Breakfast-Centric Tortas
Taco Cabana Has Added a Bacon & Egg Torta Ahead of Cinco de Mayo
Crispy Mozarella-Coated Tacos
Baja Fresh's New Crispy Vampiro Tacos are Grilled in Cheese
Spicy Scrambled Egg Tacos
The Sanchez Taco Has Returned to Torchy’s Tacos
Cross-Recipe App-Only Quesadillas
The Chipotle Fajita Quesadilla Will Come in Five Flavors
Crunchy Crab Tostadas
On the Border's New Crab Fiesta Menu Features Crab Tostadas
Tex-Mex QSR Breakfast Tacos
Taco Bell Toasted Breakfast Tacos Have Eggs, Meat and More
Hybrid Taco Cheeseburgers
TacoTime Has Just Unveiled the New Taco Cheeseburger
Bacon-Packed Tex-Mex Meals
These Taco Bell Bacon Menu Items are Arriving in Canada
Birria-Inspired QSR Items
Taco Bell Launches the Grilled Cheese Dipping Taco with Shredded Beef
Health-Focused Beef Salads
El Pollo Loco Introduces New Double Shredded Beef Tostada Salad
Savory Stuffed Pasta Dishes
These Noodles & Company Stuffed Pasta Dishes Come in Four Options
Tasty Tex-Mex Quesadilla Dishes
The Baja Fresh Tres Quesadillas are a Limited Time Offering
Pistachio-Crusted Salmon Tacos
Tacodeli Created a New Salmon Pistachio Taco for Spring
Tex-Mex Bacon QSR Menus
The Taco Bell Bacon Grilled Cheese Menu is Available in Thailand
Sweet Corn Side Dishes
Chronic Tacos Esquites Offer a Delicious Take on a Mexican Street Food
Affordable Chicken Taco Packs
Del Taco Debuted New Freshly Grilled Chicken Taco Packs
Cheesy Stacked Quesadillas
Taco Bell is Testing New $2 Stackers at Locations in Arizona
Supersized Shrimp Tacos
Del Taco Has a New Buttery Garlic Parmesan Crispy Jumbo Shrimp Taco
Vietnamese Sandwich-Inspired Tacos
Tacodeli Has Just Added a New Banh Mi Taco for Spring
Fried Chocolate-Filled Tortillas
Taco Caban Has Added New Chocolate Chimis to Its Menu
Cheesy Potato-Stuffed Quesadillas
Taco John’s Just Added a New Double Beef & Potato Quesadilla
Cocktail-Inspired Shrimp Tacos
The Piña Colada Shrimp Taco is Velvet Taco's Weekly Taco Feature
Hybrid Griddled Taco Recipes
This Recipe for Quesotacos With Peppers and Onions is Quick and Easy
QSR-Backed Quesabirria Menus
Fuzzy's Taco Shop Unveils the New Quesabirria Menu Items
Crispy Summertime Tacos
The Torchy's Taco Baja Fish Taco Has Arrived for Late Summer
Fiery Cheese Fusion Items
Taco Cabana Tests the New Cheetos Flamin’ Hot Taco And Quesadilla
Diced Pork Street Tacos
Taco Cabana is Testing in Al Pastor Street Tacos in Texas