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Casa de Taco Is Korea's New Birria Obsession
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Casa de Taco just dropped birria tacos in Songdo and people are lining up at Triple Street for them. It's this spicy, steak-like shredded beef taco that's been blowing up on Korean food accounts. They've got the full Mexican menu but everyone's ordering the birria right now.
Why do we peek
Mexican food has been having a moment in Korea for a while now, but birria tacos are the latest thing everyone's actually excited about. It's not just another taco—it's this rich, tender beef stew that gets stuffed into a tortilla and fried in its own juices. Casa de Taco brought it to Songdo and it's spreading fast on Instagram.
Backstory
Casa de Taco is in Triple Street Mall in Songdo, Incheon—easy subway access on Line 1. The birria tacos come with a side of consommé (the broth) for dipping, which is the whole point. It's messy, so don't wear white.
FAQ
What exactly is birria?
It's a Mexican beef stew that's slow-cooked with spices until it's fall-apart tender. When you put it in a tortilla and fry it in the leftover fat, that's a birria taco.
Is it spicy?
It's got some heat but it's not crazy spicy—more savory and rich. The broth is warm and flavorful, not burn-your-mouth hot.
How much does it cost?
Birria tacos usually run around 15,000–20,000 won for a set. It's pricier than Korean street food but standard for trendy Mexican spots in Korea.
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