Chapulines Street Tacos - Maryville

We visited Chapulines Dinner, located next to the Exxon Gas Station, and absolutely loved the carnitas served in corn tortillas, as well as the tacos from this Hispanic eatery. They truly hit the spot and left us wanting more. We'll definitely be back!

If you enjoy a generous helping of creamy, cheesy, and spicy chicken served over rice, you definitely need to give this place a try. Come with a big appetite, as the portions are substantial. I plan to sample other dishes soon and will provide an update later.

12/10/2021 Excellent Burritos! I've tried them all, and my top picks are the Pastor and Barbacoa meats. However, they're especially famous for their street tacos. The diner has a cozy atmosphere. The name 'Chapulines' means grasshoppers in Spanish, which is fitting since the place is always bustling during lunchtime. It's conveniently located within an Exxon Gas Station, making it an ideal one-stop shop. I will definitely stop here for a quick lunch whenever I'm in the area again. They also offer rice bowls and Tortas, along with sides like Esquite, plantains, and tamales. A wonderful little Mexican restaurant!

Honestly, these are some of the best tacos I've ever had. The gentleman working there—possibly the owner—was incredibly generous and treated us to free chips and salsa. He also took the time to walk us through the entire menu to help us decide what to try. I ordered the BLT shrimp taco and the arrachera taco, and I would rate them a solid 10/10!

Finding genuine Mexican food in East Tennessee can be a challenge, but we stumbled upon a great place that serves authentic dishes. I ordered a rice bowl with barbacoa, topped with fajita veggies and avocado. The portion was so generous that I couldn't finish it, so I'll enjoy the leftovers for lunch tomorrow. My husband went for the street tacos accompanied by a side of beans. The salsas were fresh and flavorful.