Taco Bamba Ballston Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the Menu at Taco Bamba Ballston
Located in the heart of Arlington, Taco Bamba Ballston offers a vibrant menu that celebrates the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with a playful twist. Dive into their tempting Crispy Things, featuring spicy chicharrones and the Jeffrey—crispy meat spring rolls bursting with carne asada and chorizo. For taco lovers, the selection is diverse, from the tender lengua to the rich birria, with each taco priced between $5 and $6.20.
Don't miss the Quesadillas, especially the Wario Lopez, marrying crispy eggplant with chipotle salsa—a true standout. The energy of the staff enhances the experience, as they deliver dishes that are just as exciting as the atmosphere. Whether you're in for a casual bite or a fiesta atmosphere, Taco Bamba Ballston serves up unforgettable flavor that will keep you coming back for more!
Tacos Tradicionales
Carne Asada Taco
seared beef
Camaron Taco
baja shrimp, slaw, crema
Pescado Taco
baja fish, slaw, crema
Pollo Al Carbon Taco
grilled chicken
Carnitas Taco
roasted pork
Tinga Taco
chipotle braised chicken
Birria Taco
slow roasted lamb
Carne Picada Taco
chopped brisket, onions, cilantro
Lengua Taco
beef tongue
Chorizo Taco
mexican pork sausage
Chicharron Taco
saucy pork nuggets
Barbacoa Taco
slow roasted spiced beef
Al Pastor Taco
spiced pork & pineapple
Side Fries
The Jeffrey
crispy meat spring roll: carne asada, al pastor, chorizo, chihuahua cheese, peppers, onion, serrano salsa verde, bit of this, bit of that
The Other Fries
crispy spiced fries, nacho cheese, pico de gallo, salsa valentina, crema, jalapeño, scallion, fancy (add any meat for 3)
Flautas
rolled crispy chicken tacos, pinto beans, lettuce, cotija cheese, crema, pico de gallo
Spicy Chicharrones
chipotle dusted crispy fried porkrinds
Jamaican Beef Patty Empanada
spiced ground beef empanada, cheddar cheese, coconut habanero sauce
Calamari
crispy tajin spiced calamari, candied chilis, poblano ranch
Bamba Wings
1/2 dozen, crispy grilled wings choice of: *Bamba buffalo sauce * chili garlic butter *dry spiced all served with poblano ranch.
Bamba Fries
carne asada, chorizo, queso, pico de gallo, serrano chiles, crema, cotija, grilled guacamole (add an egg for 2).
El Bacho Nacho
crispy nachos stacked with any tradicional meat, salsa morita, crema, nacho cheese, pickled onion, pico de gallo, pickeled jalapeño.
Grilled Guacamole & Chips
grilled avocado, jalapeño, onion, lime
Salsa & Chips
choice of: *Verde *Taquera *Morita* Chile de Arbol
Queso & Chips
Bamba nacho cheese dip
Crispy Things
Quesadillas
Wario Lopez Quesadilla
Crispy Eggplant, Chipotle Salsa Roja, Pickled Jalapeno, Chihuahua Cheese, Cotija Poblano Ranch
Tradicional Quesadilla
Choice of Tradicional Meat, Chihuahua Cheese, Poblano Crema, Large Flour Tortilla.
Diet Coke 20 Oz
Pineapple Jarrito
Sprite 20 Oz
Mineragua/Topo Chico
Dasani 20 Oz Water
Bottle Water
Red Bull Watermelon
Grapefruit Jarrito
Horchata
Cranberry Juice
Lime Jarrito
Mexican Coke
Coke Zero 20 Oz
Red Bull Sugar Free
Red Bull
Mandarin Jarrito
Tamarind Jarrito
Sangria Senorial Jarrito
Coke 20 Oz
Bottled
Other Tradicionales
Cup O' Meat
build your own tacos. choice of most tradicional taco fillings, onion, cilantro, four corn tortillas on the side
Mulita De Birria
slow roasted lamb birria, chihuahua cheese, birria broth, corn tortillas, onion, cilantro
Sopes
large masa tortilla, choice of tradicional meat, cabbage slaw, crema, cotija, jalapeño, avocado
Cup O' Bamba
any tradicional meat, rice, beans, chips, cheese, jalapeño, pico de gallo, fried egg*
SM Guacamole
LG Cheese
LG Cheddar Cheese
SM Shreded Lettuce
SM Queso
LG Queso
LG Pico De Gallo
SM Crema
LG Pickled Jalapeño
Side Chips
SM Pickled Jalapeño
LG Shreded Lettuce
SM Pico De Gallo
SM Cheese
LG Guacamole
LG Crema
Sides
Super Tortas
Torta Cubana
carnitas, ham, cheddar & chihuahua cheese, mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickeled jalapeño
Dirty Hippie Veggie Torta
garlic herb cream cheese spread, cucumber, roasted bell pepper, avocado, pickled fresno, red onion, lettuce, tomato, alfalfa sprouts
Torta Bamba
carne asada, chorizo, al pastor, ham, hot dog, beef & chicken milanesa, black beans, chihuahua cheese, mayo, pineapple, lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickled jalapeño
Big Red Torta
spiced crispy chicken, pickled chiles, chihuahua cheese, rooster sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickles, avocado
Torta Tradicional
choice of tradicional meat, chihuahua cheese, mayo, black beans, lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickled jalapeño
Choriqueso
chorizo, chihuahua cheese, guacamole, cotija, pico de gallo, chipole mayo, french roll
One Night In Bangkok Taco
seared shrimp & spicy chorizo larb, mint, basil, chiles, crispy onion
Arabe Taco
grilled spiced chicken, ancho mayo, cucumber pico de gallo, spicy yogurt, fresh mint, pita
The Jeneral Taco
ahi tuna, sesame salsa macha, ginger slaw, guacamole, esquites aioli, Fuego Takis furikake, cabbage cup
El Rico Pollo Taco
Peruvian-ish chicken, green chili puree, aji amarillo aioli, salsa criolla, serrano chile, crispy potato
Salim Abu Aziz Taco
shawarma spiced zucchini, grilled halloumi, sumac onion, parsley, burnt eggplant, chipotle yogurt, mint, pita
Small Biggie Smashburger Taco
cheese, onions, lettuce, pickles, bamba 1000 island, flour tortilla
El Diablo Taco
fighting chicken, buffalo sauce, blue cheese crema, pickles, chiles, slaw
El Gringo Taco
Bamba spiced ground beef, bacon bits, lettuce, ranch, pico de gallo, cheddar quesadilla
Fun's Over Taco
crispy cod, pickled tomatillo tartar, shishitos, queso, potato sticks, flour tortilla
Taco Bamba Taco
skirt steak, chorizo, grilled guacamole, cotija, pickled onion, pickled fresno, cilantro, chicharron
Slumdog Billionaire Taco
chipotle pork vindaloo, raita verde, cucumber, candied chili, flour tortilla
Spicy Shroom Taco
Chipotle Portobellos, Grilled Corn, Lime, Cotija, Pickled Onion, Pepitas, Heart of Palm, Cilantro.
Tacos Nuestros
Breakfast
Chilaquiles
crispy tortillas, tomatillo salsa, fried egg*, crema, cotija, cilantro, avocado, rice, beans
Enchiladas
cheese filled corn tortillas, salsa ranchera, crema, cotija, fried egg*, rice, beans
Breakfast Sope
large masa flour tortilla, chorizo, crema, cotija, jalapeño, avocado & a fried egg*
B.E.C. Empanada
bacon, egg* & cheese, fancy sauce
OG Breakfast Taco
cheddar omelet, bamba chorizo, guacamole, crema, cotija, pickled onion, cilantro, pico de gallo
Huevos Rancheros
tostadas, black beans, crema, cotija, salsa ranchera, avocado, two fried eggs*
Migas Taco
soft cheesy scrambled eggs, chips, crema, pico de gallo, bacon, (add any meat for 2
Huevo Frito Taco
fried egg*, salsa macha, pinto beans, cotija, pickled onion, cilantro (add any meat for 2)
Torta De Huevo
scrambled eggs*, melted cheese, tomato, black beans, avocado, pickled jalapeño, chipotle aioli
Cup O' Bamba
any tradicional meat, rice, beans, chips, cheese, jalapeño, pico de gallo, fried egg*
Churros
crispy cinnamon- dusted churros dipped in dulce de leche
Chocolate Chip Churro Crunch Cookie
Dulces
Not Tacos
Tortilla Soup
Braised chicken, avocado, chihuahua cheese
Side Of Rice
Side Rice & Beans
black or pinto beans, cotija, pico de gallo
Corn In A Cup
Esquites style, red chile crema, cotija cheese, spiced toasted corn, cilantro
Side Of Beans
Bamba Ceviche
shrimp, calamari, coconut milk, lime, red onion, pico de gallo, cilantro
Pack The Bowl
Bamba salad mix, kale, carrot, cabbage, choice of tradicional filling, corn and black bean quinoa, avocado, pickled red onion, cucumber pico de gallo, garlic herb spread, cotija cheese, fresnos, pepitas, tortilla crumble, crispy onions, verde ranch dressing