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  1. Paprika

    Mexican

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    Suadero cooked in the previous day's tallow is the move at this casual taquería on North Lamar, where the Pérez family graduated from a truck to a brick-and-mortar without losing the neighborhood ease. A salsa macha built from more than seven chiles shows the kitchen's range without showing off. The New York Times named the suadero taco one of the best dishes eaten across the country in 2024, and the place made their 2026 Restaurant List.

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    • Torta

      “Get the torta.”

      The Austin Chronicle, 2026
    • Suadero

      “For a while, the Paprika truck was a not-so-well-kept secret for some of the best suadero in town.”

      The New York Times, 2026
    • Al pastor

      “The confit suadero and sous vide carnitas are among the most tender versions you’ll find in town, and the weekend-only al pastor special takes the No. 1 spot in our al pastor ranking.”

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