Matt's BBQ Tacos
Matt's BBQ Tacos serves Texas BBQ tacos in Portland, with OAD Cheap Eats rankings moving from #147 in 2024 to #60 in 2026.
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- Address
- 2216 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
- Phone
- (503) 956-7455
- Website
- mattsbbqtacos.com
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Texas BBQ tacos and brisket taco signatures
Texas BBQ tacos define the offer at this taqueria, with brisket taco, pulled pork taco, and breakfast tacos among its signatures.
OAD Cheap Eats rankings from #147 to #60
Opinionated About Dining placed it in Cheap Eats in North America at #147 in 2024, #104 in 2025, and #60 in 2026, giving readers sustained recognition in a low-cost-focused category.
SE 50th Ave counter service
2216 SE 50th Ave puts the counter in Portland, and the format runs as counter service with conversational noise. Casual dress and quick-bite pacing suit a low-friction stop across breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Matt's BBQ Tacos | Texas BBQ Tacos | $$ | Mt. Tabor |
| Expatriate | Dining | , | Concordia |
| Janken | Japanese-Korean Fusion | $$$ | Pearl |
| Pine State Biscuits | Division | Southern-Style Biscuits & Comfort Food | $$ | Central Eastside Industrial District |
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #60
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #104
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #147
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended
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At a Glance
- Casual
- Rustic
- Lively
- Casual Hangout
- Brunch
- Open Kitchen
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–8:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–8:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–8:30 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Saturday
- 8 AM–9 PM
- Sunday
- 8 AM–8:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Relaxed casual atmosphere with shaded outdoor seating in a food cart pod.