Great tacos on the go

Written by Antonia DePace

Nantacto

21 S. Water Street

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Nantaco offers quick, relatively inexpensive, tasty, and filling tacos for those in search of the perfect meal on the go. Fish and shrimp tacos are among the most popular menu items, along with a variety of burritos, quesadillas, and beach bowls—all of which are served with both speed and quality in mind.

Boathouse

2 Sanford Road

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The Boat House specializes in tacos to go that also happen to be minimally processed for the health-conscious diner—there is something particularly appealing about food that is deemed all-natural versus highly processed or filled with antibiotics. Make your own or opt for one of their originals, including the Mr. Gordon, which includes jerk chicken, brown rice, pinto beans, lettuce, and chili lime mayo; and Nino’s Famous Fish Tacos, made with cod, crunchy cabbage slaw, cilantro, lime, and chili lime mayo. Located adjacent to the Stop and Shop and somewhat off the beaten path, the Boat House presents a quick and tasty option for those who choose not to brave the traffic in town.

Millie's (mid-island at the rotary)

1 Sparks Avenue

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Millie’s footprint on the island continues to expand from its original location in Madaket to its offerings on Broad Street and mid-island at Sparks Avenue. The Sparks Avenue location offers takeout using some of the same menu items from the Madaket flagship but also includes tacos, lobster rolls, po’boys, quesadillas, and family boxes designed to feed five to six at home.

Casa Real

5 Macys Lane

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Great for eating in or dining out, Casa Real serves some of the best Latin food on the island. While there is a robust menu to choose from, the taco section is especially appealing with protein options of steak, chicken, al pastor, braised beef tongue, grilled shrimp, and quesibirria—all served with cilantro and onions tucked inside a corn tortilla with lime and salsa on the side.