The Mad Taco

The Mad Taco With Locations in Waitsfield, Montpelier, Middlebury, and Essex, we offer exceptionally inspired and
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Menu: www.themadtaco.com/locations/waitsfield
Order by phone: 802-496-3832

From the smoker to your bowl. 🪵💨 This is where our Smoked Pork Chili begins, pork shoulder smoked low and slow before it...
09/05/2026

From the smoker to your bowl. 🪵💨 This is where our Smoked Pork Chili begins, pork shoulder smoked low and slow before it hits the stove with roasted tomatoes, black beans, and dry chilis. 🔥 Stop by any of our shops this weekend to grab a hot bowl topped with onions, crema, and cilantro! 🍲✨

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
  The Stone Mill Montpelier Alive The Essex Experience

We’ve got Smoked Pork Chili on the stove this weekend at all of our shops. Smoked pork shoulder, chopped and simmered sl...
09/03/2026

We’ve got Smoked Pork Chili on the stove this weekend at all of our shops. Smoked pork shoulder, chopped and simmered slow with roasted tomatoes, black beans, dry chilis, and spices. It has a solid, warm kick. Topped off with diced onions, crema, and cilantro.

Stop by and grab a bowl.

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
  The Stone Mill The Essex Experience Montpelier Alive

Smoked to perfection and ready for a splash of one of our legendary hot sauces. 🔥We don’t do shortcuts in this pit. Ever...
09/01/2026

Smoked to perfection and ready for a splash of one of our legendary hot sauces. 🔥

We don’t do shortcuts in this pit. Every single batch of our signature meats is smoked low and slow to get that deep, authentic flavor before it ever hits your taco, burrito, bowl, or sandwich.

Top it off with your favorite house made hot sauce from our ever changing lineup and you’re good to go.

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
 

We have a brand new special hitting the menu this weekend at The Mad Taco. Our Corn Chowder is packed with sweet corn, p...
08/27/2026

We have a brand new special hitting the menu this weekend at The Mad Taco. Our Corn Chowder is packed with sweet corn, potato, and a roasted poblano kick that brings a nice, smoky layer of flavor.

It is the perfect sidekick for your weekend plans, whether you are unwinding after a long day out on the trails or just craving a seriously good bowl of chowder. Grab a bowl to pair with your favorite tacos and a cold draft beer.

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
  The Essex Experience The Stone Mill Montpelier Alive

At The Mad Taco, we are a family, and that means we never cut corners. We slow smoke our meats in house and craft our le...
08/26/2026

At The Mad Taco, we are a family, and that means we never cut corners. We slow smoke our meats in house and craft our legendary hot sauces from scratch right here in Vermont. Whether you are grabbing lunch at our original Waitsfield restaurant or sitting down for dinner in Montpelier, Middlebury, or Essex, you are tasting true culinary passion.

Come pull up a chair with us today and experience how a dedicated family creates exceptional local flavor.

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
  The Essex Experience The Stone Mill Montpelier Alive Adrian Marcus

Warning: Our house made hot sauces actually have flavor. 🚫🍼 If your idea of “spicy” is a heavy crack of black pepper on ...
08/22/2026

Warning: Our house made hot sauces actually have flavor. 🚫🍼 If your idea of “spicy” is a heavy crack of black pepper on your local goat cheese, start at the bottom of the lineup. For the rest of you: go wild, get sweaty, and grab a Vermont IPA to put out the fire. 🍺🌮

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
  The Essex Experience The Stone Mill Montpelier Alive

This weekend’s special is Barbacoa, available at all Mad Taco shops across Vermont!Whether you are coming off the trails...
08/20/2026

This weekend’s special is Barbacoa, available at all Mad Taco shops across Vermont!

Whether you are coming off the trails or just looking to fuel up with some local vibe comfort food, you can grab this tender, slow cooked favorite as a loaded burrito or a fresh bowl piled high with all of our regular toppings.

Wash it down with a cold local craft pour, splash on some of our house made hot sauce, and dig in while the smoker keeps burning.

Come get some while it lasts!

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
 

These seasonal specials are exclusive to our Waitsfield location, you won’t find them anywhere else!Swing by today to en...
08/19/2026

These seasonal specials are exclusive to our Waitsfield location, you won’t find them anywhere else!

Swing by today to enjoy your summer with fresh flavors, house smoked meats, and cold drinks.

🌮 Eats
Ahi Tuna Tostada: Blackened tuna steak, guacamole, house made Banh Mi pickled veggies, and fresh chimichurri.

Summer Salad: Local Lareau Farm lettuce, avocado, watermelon radish, feta, and tortilla crumble in a lime vinaigrette.

🍹 Sips
Margaritas: Choose from our classic Margarita de Casa, smoky Mezcal, premium Cutlass Supreme, or seasonal Strawberry and Mango flavors.

Cocktails: Try our cold brew Coffee Drink, grapefruit Pablo Paloma, house Bloody Marys, or the tropical Mad Mule.

Spritzes & Refreshers: Cool down with Aperol or Cocchi Rosa from our Spritz Fest menu, fresh squeezed Lemonade, or a local draft beer.

”Living off borrowed time, the clock tick faster...” ⏳But the line at the Mad Taco counter moves quick. If you’re lookin...
08/10/2026

”Living off borrowed time, the clock tick faster...” ⏳

But the line at the Mad Taco counter moves quick. If you’re looking for the best flavors in the game, you already know the deal. All spice, no gimmicks.

Drop a 🎤 if you know who’s behind the mask.

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
 

drawing by Oliver Berlic

Our Blackened Tuna Tostada featuring seared yellowfin, guacamole, pineapple salsa, and cilantro is officially on special...
08/07/2026

Our Blackened Tuna Tostada featuring seared yellowfin, guacamole, pineapple salsa, and cilantro is officially on special at our Essex Junction, Middlebury, and Montpelier locations! Stop by today to enjoy this delicious combination of flavors before it is gone.

The Waitsfield shop is also serving up their variation of our super-popular Ahi Tuna Tostada stacked high with blackened tuna steak, rich guacamole, house made Banh Mi pickled veggies, and fresh chimichurri.

www.TheMadTaco.com

We have shops in Essex, Montpelier, Middlebury & Waitsfield.

Open 7 days a week, noon until 8 at all shops, except Montpelier, they are open 11am until 7pm

Order online, on the phone, or in person.

Seating available at all shops.
  The Essex Experience The Stone Mill Montpelier Alive

Address

2 Village Square
Waitsfield, VT
05673

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 8pm
Tuesday 12pm - 8pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 12pm - 8pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+18024963832

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