The best taco spots in Clarkston, MI offer three distinct choices: customizable Mexican food on Dixie Highway, family-run street food on Sashabaw Road, and a drive-through option with overnight hours. QDOBA Mexican Eats, at 6461 Dixie Hwy, has the highest Google rating of the three: 4.4 out of 5 from 1,007 reviews. It opens daily from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., with takeout, delivery and catering. Two review excerpts praise its staff, including one describing a last-minute catering order prepared within 30 minutes.
Taco Vida Mexican street food, at 5510 Sashabaw Rd, earns 4.1 from 530 reviews. The family-run business uses an in-house meat smoker and makes its recipes from scratch daily. It offers counter service, dine-in seating and outdoor seating, plus beer, wine and cocktails. Daily hours run from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; vegan and vegetarian options add flexibility for mixed-diet meals.
Taco Bell, at 6946 Sashabaw Rd, has the largest review count: 1,080 reviews and a 3.8 rating. Its daily listed hours are 5:30 a.m. to 5:29 a.m. the next day. Breakfast, late-night food, delivery and a drive-through distinguish it from the other two. Both Taco Bell and QDOBA carry price level 1, compared with Taco Vida’s level 2.
4.1(530)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 530 reviews (Google rating)
Taco Spot · $$
Closed · opens 10:30 AM
Taco Vida Mexican street food is a family-run taco spot at 5510 Sashabaw Road in Clarkston, MI. Its approach centers on Mexican street-food flavors, with original recipes made from scratch daily and an in-house meat smoker. The business was founded around serving people who do not have hours to spend dining. Counter service, fast service and a casual atmosphere reflect that focus, with lunch and dinner available for dine-in, takeout or delivery.
The offerings include comfort food, small plates, healthy choices, and vegan and vegetarian options, along with beer, wine and cocktails. Families have access to a children’s menu and high chairs, while solo diners are also welcome. Outdoor seating allows dogs outside, and free parking is available both in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible. Catering is available, but the restaurant does not accept reservations or offer table service.
