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White Duck Taco Shop

website | 301 Airport Rd Suite J, Greenville, SC 29607
Overall Experience – 7.5 out of 10

Some places stick to one lane. White Duck Taco Shop swerves across continents — and somehow makes it all work. Each taco feels like a passport stamp, pulling flavors from around the world and folding them neatly into a warm tortilla.

Here’s how this lineup delivered:

Tofu Banh Mi Taco

Served cold, this taco immediately stood out. The mildly spicy tofu carried a gentle heat that didn’t overpower, while a chili aioli added a creamy kick. Crispy radish slaw with carrots brought freshness and crunch, and the sesame-ginger glaze tied everything together with a subtle sweetness. It’s a strong vegetarian option that captures the layered, vibrant flavors of Vietnam without feeling heavy.

Mole Roasted Duck Taco

This was the wildcard — and it paid off. The stewed and shredded duck was perfectly cooked, tender, and deeply flavorful. Unlike any duck I’ve had before, it felt approachable yet refined. The apple cranberry salsa introduced a sweet brightness, while cream and lettuce softened the spice and added balance. Sweet and spicy met right in the middle, creating a taco that felt thoughtful rather than experimental.

Lamb Gyro Taco

If you’ve ever grabbed a gyro from a mall food court during a mid-shift lunch break, this taco taps into that nostalgia — but upgrades it. Stuffed with seasoned lamb, lettuce, cucumber pico, tzatziki sauce, and feta cheese, it hits all the familiar notes. It’s savory, creamy, and refreshing at the same time. As my ex-girlfriend and I used to say, “Everything is betta with feta.” This taco proves it.

Korean Beef Bulgogi

Tender beef with a sweet, subtly spiced profile formed the base of this one. Topped with crunchy kimchi, it brought together two Korean staples in a way that felt balanced. Neither flavor overpowered the other — the sweetness of the beef and the tang of the kimchi complemented each other beautifully. It’s a simple combination done well.

http://whiteducktacoshop.com

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