It all starts on a bed of hot, fresh tortillas. Piled on top sits a magnificent mountain of bacon, eggs, potatoes and, of course, cheese. When you take that first bite, a wave of scrumptious joy will wash over your taste buds. If this culinary goodness seems too good to be true, then you’re happily mistaken. This lovely combination of flavors are all part of The Don Juan, a legendary breakfast taco that’s served at East Austin’s Juan in a Million. That’s right; the world’s best breakfast taco can be found right here in Austin.

It's not uncommon to see people lined up around the corner for a taste of these superior breakfast tacos.
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Juan in a Million is only open from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, so it's smart to get your taco fix in early.
At Juan in a Million, breakfast is served all day long.
Business Owner/Yelp
Juan in a Million has an extensive menu full of Tex Mex delicacies, but nothing compares to the Don Juan's pure perfection.
The Don Juan taco is the real star of the show.
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This mountain of deliciousness climbs toward the heavens.
Don't even ask for their recipe, because this special blend of ingredients will always remain a secret.
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We know that the taco contains gobs of potatoes, eggs, bacon, and cheese, but we will never know the exact proportions.
There's no elegant way to eat this taco, so just dig in.
Mike C./Yelp
Scoop the filling into a tortilla or just pile it all into your gullet. No technique required.
If you're feeling competitive, enter the Don Juan challenge.
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Fair warning: this competition is not for the faint of heart. To take home the gold, the competitor must eat more Don Juans than the current record-holder in one sitting. Right now, the number to beat is nine tacos. Even Adam Richman from Man Vs. Food couldn't take home this victory.
It's no wonder this place gets so much press!
Gary K./Yelp
The walls are lined with autographed photos and magazine articles. It's clear this joint is showered with love.
This iconic Austin eatery has been going strong for over 30 years.
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Juan Meza opened this Tex Mex restaurant in 1980 and has put his heart and soul into it ever since. You're likely to see him standing at the register shaking hands with customers and hugging the regular patrons. The affordable prices and welcoming atmosphere makes this place feel like home.
If you haven't experienced this culinary bliss yet, head over to Juan in a Million.
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This gargantuan pile of food only costs $5.95, and it's sure to keep you full for a good, long while. Visit Juan in a Million at 2300 E Cesar Chavez St and experience this for yourself.

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