Fuzzy’s Taco Shop
10 Metroplex Locations
www.fuzzystacoshop.com
Fuzzy: The New F Word
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop opened their first store in July of 2003 and haven’t looked back. Apparently, the concept was the brainchild of four guys hanging out one day complaining about the expensive beer and food they were having. They decided that it would be best to start a place that would provide a great taco and a cold one affordably as well as having a place where someone would enjoy just hanging out. That brainchild has grown to 10 metroplex locations with at least five more on the way.
When you first walk in and take a look, you will see how closely they work with the community--from the bulletin board to the magnetic signs of local businesses to the various business cards and pamphlets lying around. To the well-trained eye, though, you will also notice their subtle sense of humor with the double entendres such as “What’s in your taco?” and “We put the T & A in Taco” on the walls. The relaxed atmosphere with vibrant colors begs you to explore the establishment. At Fuzzy’s, the customers cue and place their order at the register. After paying, they get their drinks, grab a seat and wait for their number to be called.
The Eats: Fuzzy’s Taco Shop describes its entrees as “Baja Style Mexican,” so take the idea of Tex-Mex and throw it out the window. For appetizers, they offer the standards such as chips with salsa, guacamole or queso. The gem though is the Original Nachos: a mound of chips served with chicken, beef or pork. When it’s cold outside, you can try a bowl of their Corn and Tortilla Soup or Black Bean Soup. The quesadillas are listed as an appetizer with the four food groups represented (chicken, fajita beef, shrimp and veggie). Do note though that the quesadilla will serve as a meal for most folks, but is a true appetizer for the average Blitz Weekly reader.
True to the owner’s word, Fuzzy’s offers a myriad of Baja Tacos. With several options to choose from, you could frequent the restaurant for nine straight days and not have the same selection. Choices range from the usual line-up such as grilled shrimp, fish, chicken and shredded pork to the unusual like tempura fish, garlic shredded beef and their special ground beef. All tacos can be ordered regular or for the daring try the habenero version for a little spice in your taco. They’re topped with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, cilantro, feta and garlic sauce. Just let them know that you want them soft or crispy.
Fuzzy’s does not mislead when they state that they have Big Salads. They’re served in a massive stainless steel bowl with tomatoes, onions, cheese, feta, cilantro and a huge helping of lettuce. The salad is accompanied by sizeable portions that you select such as garlic shredded beef, grilled chicken, tempura or grilled shrimp, grilled veggies or beef or chicken fajita meat.
If you feel you need to spice things up a bit with the entrees then grab a bottle of Fuzzy’s Butt Burnin’ Hot Sauce. They make it themselves and you can buy a bottle to take home. The sauce has a nice flavor but won’t make you sweat.
The Beer Factor: The four guys who wanted to drink on the cheap made sure their patrons could, as well. Fuzzy’s offers 18 oz schooners for $2.25 all day, every day. Flavors are Miller Lite, Coors Light and Bud Light. You also have Widmer for $3.25 and Shiner for $3.00 All beer goes well with the experience at Fuzzy’s Taco Shop!
