I would like to finance a taco, please.

I recently visited Urban Taco for lunch with some girlfriends.

Here is a quick run-down:

• Salsas were disappointing at best (How does one actually make a salsa with absolutely NO flavor? It's like magic!)
• Tacos had a nice flavor. Tortilla had a nice texture. Too bad it only lasted about two bites. Don't get me wrong...I love little bites -- especially if we are talking about hors d’œuvre or amuses-bouche -- but not when I think of a taco I'm paying more for than a morning latte.
• White beans were disdainfully evocative of what I can only imagine (and dread) is being served in sub-par nursing home cafeterias.
• Jamaica (hibiscus tea) was so sweet my teeth started to hurt. I guess they need to put a lot of sugar in to justify the high price. It also tasted as if it was made from a mix! I can see how labor intensive it might be to steep dried flowers in hot water, drain, mix in a LITTLE sugar. Silly me.
• The atmosphere was very nice. It's a walk up/order/take a number/food brought to your table kinda joint, but the decor was lovely. The lunch crowd seemed a little thin.

In summary, I will not be heading back to Urban Taco. I will head to Taqueria la Paloma or better yet, Tacos y Mas on Ross & Greenville or on Grand. No, they aren't as swanky or chic as Urban Taco, but what you trade in atmosphere you certainly gain in authenticity, quality, value, and a full belly.