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Explore Rusty Taco’s vibrant menu featuring bold taco packs, fresh shareables, and refreshing beverages. Enjoy authentic Tex-Mex flavors made with quality ingredients, served with friendly service at 6600 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque.
Introducing the Menu at Rusty Taco
Rusty Taco in Albuquerque invites taco lovers to savor bold, authentic flavors with a Tex-Mex twist. The menu offers a standout variety of taco bowls, from the rich Cola Braised Brisket Bowl layered with cilantro-lime rice and queso fresco to the zesty Baja Shrimp and crispy Baja Fish Bowls, each topped with fresh red cabbage and tangy baja sauce. For those seeking shareable delights, the Tres Grande platter features signature queso, salsa, and guacamole alongside warm, house-made chips—a perfect starter. The Taco of the Month, Truffle Chicken, adds an elegant touch with parmesan truffle potatoes and truffle aioli, elevating traditional flavors into something truly memorable. Customers consistently praise Rusty Taco’s fresh ingredients, generous portions, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a must-visit for both casual diners and Tex-Mex enthusiasts craving vibrant, satisfying meals.
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Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, tender cola braised brisket, complemented by queso fresco, onion and cilantro.
Topped with grilled shrimp, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Topped with tempura battered white fish, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Topped with black beans, chipotle black beans, pico, cotija cheese, cilantro, toasted pumpkin seeds.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, grilled chicken, fajita, veggies, pico de gallo
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, margarita-braised pork topped with street corn and crispy potatoes.
Topped with grilled white fish, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, crispy cauliflower topped with red pepper sauce, queso fresco, and chives
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, topped with tender pork under sweet grilled pineapple relish and tangy pineapple crema and pickled red onions.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, perfectly grilled white fish, topped with creamy Baja sauce, jalapeño ranch slaw, and fried corn for an extra crunch
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, grilled steak, fajita veggies, pico de gallo
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, braised pork topped with homemade tomatillo sauce, creamy jalapeño ranch, avocado slice, cotija cheese, onion and fresh cilantro.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, grilled chicken topped with a herby cheese blend, chopped onion and an avocado crema slaw. All drizzled with Rocoto Peruvian Pepper Sauce.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, crispy chicken topped with sweet-and-savory ranchero bacon jam and a crunchy backyard slaw.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, perfectly crispy white fish, topped with creamy Baja sauce, jalapeño ranch slaw, and fried corn for an extra crunch
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh pico, and tangy pickles topped with smoky chipotle aioli (Good Sauce).
Topped with grilled shrimp, slaw, jalapeno ranch, avocado, and sriracha.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, seasoned ground beef, lettuce, pico de gallo, cheddar cheese
Cilantro-lime rice, savory black beans, Plant-based chorizo, creamy queso fresco, and fresh pico.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, sweet BBQ caramelized brisket with a crunchy backyard slaw and fresh cilantro.
Topped with black beans, crispy shrimp, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Topped with fried shrimp, slaw, jalapeno ranch, avocado, and sriracha.
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, crispy chicken topped with creamy Baja sauce, crunchy backyard slaw, and tangy pickled onions, all topped with a sprinkle of fresh chives.
Crispy churro dusted in sweet cinnamon sugar, served warm.
Twelve tacos with chips & salsa. Pick 3 taco options, then add sides, dessert, or margaritas (where available). Pickup & delivery only.
Six tacos with chips & salsa. Pick 2 taco options, then add sides, dessert, or margaritas (where available). Pickup & delivery only.
Eight tacos with chips & salsa. Pick 2 taco options, then add sides, dessert, or margaritas (where available). Pickup & delivery only.
Choose any two tacos and a regular side. Includes a regular fountain drink.
Choose any two breakfast tacos. Includes a side of tots and coffee or regular fountain drink.
The same great taste made with only pure cane sugar and served in a bottle.
Fluffy scrambled eggs, seasoned tater tots, creamy breakfast aioli, chorizo, bacon, diced jalapeno sausage, shredded american cheese, & queso fresco.
Crispy fish, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Topped with crispy shrimp, slaw, jalapeno ranch, avocado, and sriracha.
Perfectly crispy white fish, topped with creamy Baja sauce, and jalapeño ranch slaw.
Grilled fish, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Perfectly grilled white fish, topped with creamy Baja sauce, and jalapeño ranch slaw.
Crispy shrimp, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Grilled shrimp, baja sauce, red cabbage, cilantro.
Rusty's signature queso, salsa, and guacamole, served with warm house-made chips
Fresh mozzarella, street corn, cilantro-lime rice, Baja sauce
Warm house made chips topped with enchilada sauce, queso, avocado crema, queso fresco, cotija, fresh guacamole, spice black bean puree
Rusty's signature recipe; served with warm house-made chips
Rusty-style classic elotes; served with warm house-made chips
Warm house made chips topped with enchilada sauce, queso, avocado crema, queso fresco, cotija, fresh guacamole, spiced black bean puree
Made fresh in-house; served with warm house made chips
Corn mixed with a creamy cilantro sour cream, chipotle aioli, cotija cheese, and chile powder.
Made fresh in-house; served with warm house-made chips
Tender pork under sweet grilled pineapple relish and tangy pineapple crema. Topped with pickled red onions.
Braised pork topped with homemade tomatillo sauce, creamy jalapeño ranch, avocado slice, cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
Margarita-braised pork topped with street corn and crispy potatoes.
Ground beef & cheddar on a flour tortilla
Fried chicken & cheddar on a flour tortilla
Chicken, fajita veggies, pico de gallo
Hand-bread chicken, queso, bacon and pico de gallo.
Crispy chicken topped with sweet-and-savory ranchero bacon jam and a crunchy backyard slaw.
Grilled chicken topped with a herby cheese blend, chopped onion and an avocado crema slaw. All drizzled with Rocoto Peruvian Pepper Sauce.
Crispy chicken topped with creamy Baja sauce, crunchy backyard slaw, and tangy pickled onions, all topped with a sprinkle of fresh chives.
Smoky grilled chicken, chipotle aioli, creamy avocado crema, and melty mozzarella - rolled up and fried to perfection.
Our December Taco of the month in a bowl! Cilantro - Lime Rice, Black Beans, Grilled Chicken, Parmesan Truffle Potatoes, Truffle Aioli, and Fresh Chives.
Our December Taco of the Month! Grilled Chicken, Parmesan Truffle Potatoes, Truffle Aioli, and Fresh Chives.
Sweet BBQ caramelized brisket with a crunchy backyard slaw and fresh cilantro.
Three corn tortillas packed with smoky brisket and melty cheese, topped with fresh cilantro and white onion. Served with rich consommé on the side for dipping.
Tender brisket infused with Cola, complemented by cilantro, onion, and queso fresco.
Tex-Mex beef, lettuce, pico de gallo, cheddar cheese.
Seasoned ground beef patty, melty cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh pico, and tangy pickles topped with smoky chipotle aioli (Good Sauce).
Grilled steak, fajita veggies, pico.
Plant-based chorizo, savory black beans, creamy queso fresco, and fresh pico.
Chipotle black beans, pico, queso fresco cheese, cilantro.
Crispy cauliflower topped with red pepper sauce, queso fresco and chives
Plant-based chorizo, mozzarella, chipotle aioli, avocado crema. One Crunch Roll per order.
Flour tortilla, seasoned tater tots, creamy breakfast aioli, chorizo, bacon, diced jalapeno sausage, shredded American cheese, queso fresco, & fluffy scrambled eggs
Fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy tater tots, smoky brisket, seasoned ground beef, American cheese, sour cream, BBQ sauce, and queso fresco, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.
Donovan David and Robert were awesome! Our first time and here and we loved it. Great service, atmosphere and the food was terrific!
Opening hours, the full address and the best way to get there are all on the restaurant page. Booking policies differ from place to place — so call ahead, or simply walk in.