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Flight Attendant's Restaurant Among 3 Philly Eateries Named To NY Times 'Best In America' List Flight Attendant's Restaurant Among 3 Philly Eateries Named To NY Times 'Best In America' List
Flight Attendant's Restaurant Among 3 Philly Eateries Named To NY Times 'Best In America' List The "New York Times" has compiled a list of 50 best restaurants in America. Three of those are based in Philadelphia, and they're all new, having opened sometime since 2022. The Philadelphia restaurants on the NYT list are: El Chingon, a Mexican restaurant at 1524 S 10th Street View this post on Instagram A post shared by el chingon Philly (@elchingonphilly) Chef Juan Carlos "takes us home to the Pueblan kitchen where his mother taught him to cook," Nikita Richardson writes. "El Chingon doesn’t clamor for attention or traffic in gimmicks; …
Fan Favorite Restaurant Celebrates Fifth  Opening In New Smithtown Location Fan Favorite Restaurant Celebrates Fifth  Opening In New Smithtown Location
Fan Favorite Restaurant Celebrates Fifth Opening In New Smithtown Location A Long Island restaurant known for its fusion flavors has once again proven that it is worth the wait by opening its fifth location. The Smithtown location of Dirty Taco + Tequila, located at 716 Smithtown Bypass, officially opened its doors to the public on Friday, June 16, to the excitement of Long Islanders and taco lovers alike. Self-dubbed as “part LA taco truck and part Asian street food with an urban street vibe,” Dirty Taco + Tequila debuted its creative taco and cocktail offerings in 2018. View this post on Instagram A post share…
With 1,152 Avocados A Day, Guac Time Opens First CT Location In Norwalk With 1,152 Avocados A Day, Guac Time Opens First CT Location In Norwalk
With 1,152 Avocados A Day, Guac Time Opens First CT Location In Norwalk With a name like Guac Time, you’d expect the growing chain of restaurants would go through a lot of avocados. It does.  Up to 1,152 avocados a day are used at all six restaurants — including the latest (and first) in Connecticut in Norwalk.  That number will go up to 1,344 when the seventh Guac Time opens in Queens in the fall. Five of the six current eateries are either in New York City or on Long Island. Guac Time is the brainchild of a Stratford couple, Harmeet and Subodh Marwaha, and their two New York-based partners Akash Marwaha and Manny Singh. View this post …
New Eatery To Open Second CT Location In Stamford New Eatery To Open Second CT Location In Stamford
New Eatery To Open Second CT Location In Stamford A fast-casual eatery is continuing its growth in Connecticut by soon opening a second location in Fairfield County.  Bubbakoo’s Burritos, located in Stamford at 800 E Main St., will open up for business in mid-June 2023, owners Perry and Fenil Patel announced.  The location will be the second Bubbakoo’s Burritos to open in Connecticut, joining the location in Orange at 116 Boston Post Rd.  Bubbakoo’s is known for serving up classic Mexican-inspired menu items such as burritos, bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and nachos. It also serves "chiwawas," a split-fried ball of rice and cheese.  Some u…
Mexican Restaurant Chain Closes Somerset County Location Less Than Year After Opening Mexican Restaurant Chain Closes Somerset County Location Less Than Year After Opening
Mexican Restaurant Chain Closes Somerset County Location Less Than Year After Opening A popular Mexican eatery has shuttered one of its New Jersey locations less than a year after opening. The Green Brook restaurant on Route 22 has closed its doors for good, according to an automated voice message on the shop’s answering machine. “Thank you for calling Tacos El Tio Green Brook,” the message begins. “We regret to inform you that this location is permanently closed. We look forward to continuing to serve you at our next closest location in Monroe Township. Should you have any further questions, please visit the ‘contact us’ option on our website, tacoseltio.com. Thank you.” T…
It's Taco Time In Northern Valley It's Taco Time In Northern Valley
It's Taco Time In Northern Valley Elias Itzep was driving around Bergen County craving some Mexican food and he couldn't find any. So he decided to take matters into his own hands. Itzep, who lives in Englewood Cliffs, recently opened Taco Time, a fast casual Mexican restaurant in Norwood. Itzep has more than 20 years of experience in the food industry and said he plans on serving up classic Mexican specialties like tacos, burritos, fajitas and tostadas. Itzep hails from Mexico and it's where most of his family is from. He said it's very important to be able to connect people with the food from his homeland.  "We're u…
Popular Baltimore Restaurant Named Best For Birria Tacos In Maryland Popular Baltimore Restaurant Named Best For Birria Tacos In Maryland
Popular Baltimore Restaurant Named Best For Birria Tacos In Maryland They're not just any taco, they're birria tacos. The Mexican meat stew served with its braising liquid has become one of the most popular taco orders in America. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha (@baltimorefoodscene) And if you're looking to snag some of the best, you won't have to go far. According to a new list by Mashed, Maryland's best birria taco spot is located in Baltimore: La Food Marketa. "You've likely noticed that most renditions of birria in the U.S. utilize beef, and the more traditional Jalisco-style goat …
Eight Best Places To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In North Jersey Eight Best Places To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In North Jersey
Eight Best Places To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In North Jersey Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner.  Whether it's nachos, tacos or margaritas you're looking for, there are plenty of spots in North Jersey to try. Here are some of the most popular restaurants in the area. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Charrito’s (@loscharritos_) Here are some of the highest rated Mexican restaurants on Yelp and Google to try: La Fortaleza, Carlstadt, Lodi, Garfield, Passaic, Clifton Central Taqueria, Morristown Viva Margarita, Hackensack, Edgewater, Cliffside Park, Wallington Los Charritos, Weehaw…
Akai Lounge Teams Up With Blue Moon In Englewood Akai Lounge Teams Up With Blue Moon In Englewood
Akai Lounge Teams Up With Blue Moon In Englewood Fans of Mexican food and Japanese restaurant have their ultimate dream concept in Bergen County. The owners of Akai Lounge, which has locations in Englewood, Westfield and Westchester County, NY, have purchased the Blue Moon Café, a Mexican restaurant that has been an institution in Englewood for 27 years. James Du and Lillian Pien, who purchased Blue Moon, plan on keeping the restaurant open, while also combining it with Akai Lounge, creating two restaurants in one, with one room serving Japanese food and the other serving Mexican food.  While Blue Moon remains open, the Akai Lounge …
Popular Philly Doughnut Shop, Poke Restaurant, Tacoria Coming To Marlton Shopping Center Popular Philly Doughnut Shop, Poke Restaurant, Tacoria Coming To Marlton Shopping Center
Popular Philly Doughnut Shop, Poke Restaurant, Tacoria Coming To Marlton Shopping Center Where can you find Hawaiian and Mexican food, and doughnuts all in one place? Soon, at Marlton Square Shopping Center located along Route 73 in Marlton. Federal DonutsColby Kingston This will be Federal Donuts' first New Jersey location. Rooted in Philadelphia, its guests can delight in fancy or hot fresh donuts served fresh daily. Federal Donuts also serves up chicken dishes and coffee. Poke Bros, meanwhile, features authentic Hawaiian-style fresh fish poke bowls, guests can enjoy a quick and nutritious signature or build your own poke bowl with high-quality sushi-grade fish and farm-…
New Taqueria With 1950s Speakeasy Vibes Debuts In Boston's Seaport District New Taqueria With 1950s Speakeasy Vibes Debuts In Boston's Seaport District
New Taqueria With 1950s Speakeasy Vibes Debuts In Boston's Seaport District If you're a fan of authentic Mexican food and love eating at classic American diners, then there is a new restaurant you must try next time you are in Boston.  Borrachito Taqueria & Spirits unveiled its new Boston location at 70 Pier 4 Boulevard in Seaport on Monday, April 17, The Garret Group said in a press release sent to Daily Voice.  The restaurant "will give Bostonians both a rare opportunity to experience a playful take on a Mexico City style Taqueria and a unique speakeasy concept," according to the restaurant group. @cornersofboston Speakyeasy in Boston - Borrachito in …
'Amazingly Good Food': New Mexican Restaurant Cited As One Of Best In Mount Kisco 'Amazingly Good Food': New Mexican Restaurant Cited As One Of Best In Mount Kisco
'Amazingly Good Food': New Mexican Restaurant Cited As One Of Best In Mount Kisco A restaurant in Northern Westchester is continuing to receive rave reviews from visitors, who are saying it has some of the best Mexican food in the area.  Earlier Report - Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes Mexican Fiesta Taqueria, which opened in September 2022 and is located in Mount Kisco at 360 North Bedford Rd. (Route 117), is known for dishes such as tacos, burritos, nachos, and taco salads that are made with an authentic touch.  Visitors of the restaurant said online that they were amazed by the quality of the re…
Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes
Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes A new spot in Northern Westchester for Mexican food is already receiving rave reviews for its authentic dishes.  Mexican Fiesta Taqueria, located in Mount Kisco at 360 North Bedford Rd. (Route 117), opened its doors on Thursday, Sept. 15, according to the business's Instagram page.  The restaurant is known for its many Mexican menu items, including tacos, burritos, nachos, and taco salads, and has received compliments for the quality of the ingredients used in each dish.  "What a treat! Nonstop delicious and top-quality ingredients and dishes at this new Mexican spot," said …
This Waltham Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America' This Waltham Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America'
This Waltham Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America' There are hundreds of places to get exceptional tacos across the United States, but only one taqueria from Massachusetts was named among the best in the country.  Taqueria El Amigo, located at 196 Willow Street in Waltham (about 20 minutes west of Boston) was included on "Yelp's List of Top 100 Taco Spots in America." The shop, which was also the only one from New England to make the list, landed at number 60. According to Yelp reviews, Taqueria El Amigo is best known for its taco especiales, beef cheek taco, chicken tacos and more.   Taqueria El Amigo is located at 196 Willow Street i…
Titos Burritos & Wings Opens Another Bergen County Location Titos Burritos & Wings Opens Another Bergen County Location
Titos Burritos & Wings Opens Another Bergen County Location Tito's Burritos & Wings is not slowing its expansion across North Jersey. The popular casual fast food eatery ha opened a new location in Tenafly. The flagship store is located in Ridgewood, with five others in Boonton, Morristown, South Orange, Summit, and now Tenafly. The menu boasts a wide variety of Mexican favorites like tacos, nachos, burritos and quesadillas. Tito's is also known for its wings, with nearly a dozen sauces to choose from. Tito's Burritos & WingsSubmitted Tito's Burritos & Wings, 35 Washington St., Tenafly
Popular Mexican Restaurant Expands Further Into North Jersey Popular Mexican Restaurant Expands Further Into North Jersey
Popular Mexican Restaurant Expands Further Into North Jersey A popular Mexican restaurant is continuing to expand further into North Jersey with the opening of its fifth location. La Fortaleza — well-known for its fresh ingredients, signature cocktails, and self-described “authentic Mexican gastronomy,” is opening its doors on Route 46 in Lodi at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4, the restaurant announced on social media. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @lafortalezacarlstadt Originally launched in Passaic in 2001, La Fortaleza expanded to Garfield in 2011 before opening its largest location in C…
Popular Restaurant Opens Brand-New Location In Stamford Popular Restaurant Opens Brand-New Location In Stamford
Popular Restaurant Opens Brand-New Location In Stamford A popular restaurant chain that specializes in tacos is debuting a brand-new location in Fairfield County. The Taco Project opened a new location at 1111 High Ridge Road in Stamford in mid-April 12, according to a representative. The owners also operate Westchester County locations in Tarrytown, Yonkers, Bronxville, and Pleasantville. The restaurants offer a wide selection of tacos including chicken, fish, steak, shrimp, chorizo, cajun salmon, veggie, and more. The Taco Project also serves burritos and burrito bowls, along with quesadillas and salads.
New Croton Restaurant Offers 'Delicious, Upscale Mexican Dini New Croton Restaurant Offers 'Delicious, Upscale Mexican Dini
New Croton Restaurant Offers 'Delicious, Upscale Mexican Dini Mexican food lovers have a true treat to sample at a new Northern Westchester restaurant that combines the fusion of flavors of Mexican, Asian and Latin ingredients. La Catrina, located in Croton-on-Hudson, opened in December by Enrique and Consuelo Estrada and has been making a splash with its flavorful meals and innovative take on old staples such as tacos. Free-range chicken with guajillo rub, roasted vegetables, and fingerling potatoes.La Catrina But before ordering, diners will want to drink in the atmosphere filled with bursts of color from purple banquettes, traditional Mexican s…
New Long Island Eatery Offers Tacos, Nachos & More New Long Island Eatery Offers Tacos, Nachos & More
New Long Island Eatery Offers Tacos, Nachos & More A new restaurant that recently opened its doors on Long Island offers guests a selection of quesadillas, tacos and more. Jalapeño Shack hosted its grand opening on Friday, Oct. 8. It's located at 340 West Jericho Turnpike in Huntington. Guests can build their own burritos, nachos, bowls and soft tacos. Restaurant owners have also recently advertised the eatery's "Shack Style Fries." Shack Style Fries #jalapenoshack Posted by Jalapeno Shack - A Halal Mexican Grill on Saturday, November 13, 2021 "Only halal taco spot in my area and the food has been fresh the few times I got it," wrot…
La Fortaleza To Open 5th Location In Lodi La Fortaleza To Open 5th Location In Lodi
La Fortaleza To Open 5th Location In Lodi A fast-growing authentic Mexican restaurant is coming to Lodi. La Fortaleza made the announcement on their social media pages, but did not provide an address or opening date. Arturo Ortegas opened the restaurant's first location in Passaic in 2001, with a desire to bring authentic Mexican food to New Jersey. He started by selling a popular Mexican street sandwich, "cemitas," and word spread pretty quickly that La Fortaleza was the spot. Later that year, Ortegas opened a larger location in Garfield, then a Clifton store in 2019. The restaurant recently opened on Paterson Plank R…
Community Rallies To Support Family Of Popular Area Restaurant Owner Who Died At 47 Community Rallies To Support Family Of Popular Area Restaurant Owner Who Died At 47
Community Rallies To Support Family Of Popular Area Restaurant Owner Who Died At 47 The community is coming out in force to help the family of a popular Hudson Valley chef who died suddenly at the age of 47. Chay Ortiz, the founder of Mole Mole, a Mexican eatery in the City of Poughkeepsie, died at home on Tuesday, March 2, according to his obituary. Known for his truly authentic Mexican food, and super friendly demeanor, Ortiz was busy working on his second restaurant located in the old Cafe Arora at the time of his death. Since his death, friends and customers alike have contributed to a GoFundMe account to cover funeral expenses as well as to express condolences. On t…
New Taco Project Opens In Northern Westchester New Taco Project Opens In Northern Westchester
New Taco Project Opens In Northern Westchester If tacos are calling your name, then check out the newest taco joint in Westchester which is part of a chain that has just expanded into the area. When you visit the Taco Project at 465 Bedford Road in Pleasantville, don't make the mistake of thinking of premade tacos with some meat slapped on top. Instead, think of pork belly tacos and fresh salmon and even a fresh veggie taco. Add sides of Mexican street corn and a salad and you have a rocking meal. Yelpers have already discovered the colorful restaurant located on the corner at 465 Bedford Road and can't say enough good things about th…
Three CT Restaurants, Including One In Fairfield County, Make Yelp's Top 100 Three CT Restaurants, Including One In Fairfield County, Make Yelp's Top 100
Three CT Restaurants, Including One In Fairfield County, Make Yelp's Top 100 If you're looking for a reason to try a new restaurant Yelp just gave you three reasons by naming three restaurants in the state to their eighth annual Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2021 list. Making the much-coveted list this year includes Tacos El Azteca in Norwalk at No. 33; Grassroots Ice Cream in Granby at No. 60, and September in Bangkok in New Haven at No. 61. To determine the top faves, Yelp reached out to the user community first, requesting individuals to submit restaurants that they can’t wait to return to in 2021. Then the science team went to work to determine the top 100…
Popular Mexican Eatery To Open Fourth Long Island Location Popular Mexican Eatery To Open Fourth Long Island Location
Popular Mexican Eatery To Open Fourth Long Island Location A fast-casual Mexican restaurant is planning to open a fourth Long Island location. The Guac Shop, which will be launching the new eatery in Wantagh, serves tacos, burritos, bowls, salads, and quesadillas with interesting toppings like mango salsa and pineapple chili sauce. Among the proteins on the menu are chicken, shrimp, barbacoa (braised, shredded beef), carnitas (slow-roast pork), and turkey. Guac Shop opened in 2018 in Garden City. It also locations in Jericho and Seaford. The Guac Shop recently signed a long-term lease for its latest locale at 1161 Wantagh Avenue in Wanta…
Popular Mexican Restaurant Opens New Location In Area Popular Mexican Restaurant Opens New Location In Area
Popular Mexican Restaurant Opens New Location In Area Casa Vallarta, a restaurant chain owned by a family from Puerto Vallarta on Mexico's Pacific Ocean coast, chose this area for its sixth Northeast location.  The establishment celebrated a grand opening at its new Ulster County location, located in Lake Katrine, at 1571 Ulster Ave. location on Saturday, Nov. 7. "The wait is over amigos," the restaurant posted on its Facebook page. "The best Mexican Restaurant and food in town, we are waiting for you this Saturday at our grand opening." The restaurant has one other Hudson Valley location - in Poughkeepsie - as well as in Massachuse…
Rutgers Grads Bring Popular Mexican Eatery 'Tacoria' To Bergen County Rutgers Grads Bring Popular Mexican Eatery 'Tacoria' To Bergen County
Rutgers Grads Bring Popular Mexican Eatery 'Tacoria' To Bergen County A popular New Jersey Mexican eatery run by a pair of Rutgers University graduates is coming to Paramus. Tacoria will be located inside of the Paramus Crossroads shopping center on the southbound side of Route 17. The eatery is expected to open this month or next. Other restaurants in the plaza include Jersey Mike's, Mamoun's Falafel and Urban Bricks. Tacoria is a build-your-own concept. Customers choose a base (salad, taco, burrito, nachos), a protein and side such, as Mexican street corn, chips and guac or avocado. View this post on Instagram …
La Fortaleza Opens 4th Location At Former Site Of Lola's Tequila House In Carlstadt La Fortaleza Opens 4th Location At Former Site Of Lola's Tequila House In Carlstadt
La Fortaleza Opens 4th Location At Former Site Of Lola's Tequila House In Carlstadt A restaurant known for its authentic Mexican street sandwich and colorful decor is opening a fourth location in Bergen County. La Fortaleza is opening on Paterson Plank Road in Carlstadt next month. The space was formerly home to Lola's Tequila House. The restaurant has three other locations in Garfield, Clifton and Passaic. La Fortaleza was founded by Arturo Ortegas, with a Passaic location in 2001, with a desire to bring authentic Mexican food to New Jersey. View this post on Instagram Getting Ready. Lafortalezarestaurants.com. Garfield. …
Fairfield County Food Truck Crowned Best Taco Spot In CT Fairfield County Food Truck Crowned Best Taco Spot In CT
Fairfield County Food Truck Crowned Best Taco Spot In CT National Taco Day is Sunday, Oct. 4 -- and if you live in Fairfield County, so is one of the best spots in the United States. Tacos El Azteca, a Norwalk-based food truck, was named the best taco spot in Connecticut by Yelp's list that runs down the best place in every state. "We looked at our reviews to identify businesses in the restaurants and food categories with a large concentration of reviews mentioning 'taco,' then ranked those businesses using a number of factors including the total volume and ratings of reviews mentioning 'taco,'" Yelp explained. Yelpers seem to be saying the same…
Viva Margarita Relocating Cliffside Park Location Viva Margarita Relocating Cliffside Park Location
Viva Margarita Relocating Cliffside Park Location Viva Margarita's new Cliffside Park location is days away from opening, an employee told Daily Voice. The authentic Mexican restaurant on Lawton Avenue is expected to be relocating to 79 Anderson Ave., by the end of the summer. The restaurant has two other locations in Wallington and Edgewater. Menu items include tacos, enchiladas, tostadas, fajitas, traditional plates, chimichangas and more. No specific opening date has been announced. Viva Margarita, 79 Anderson Ave., Cliffside Park
Here Are Five Hotspots For Tacos In Suffolk County Here Are Five Hotspots For Tacos In Suffolk County
Here Are Five Hotspots For Tacos In Suffolk County Some like them simple with savory meat, salsa, onions, and cilantro, while others consider top tacos ones with fancy ingredients, like grilled tenderloin, chipotle mayo and pineapple salsa. However, you enjoy them here's five places to try tacos in Suffolk County. Golden Jalapenos, 4486 Middle Country Road, Calverton: This is a Tex Mex style restaurant in the Commons Shopping Center. They have a bar and there's a food truck in Ridge at 1878 Route 25.  "My husband brought home some tacos, buffalo chicken quesadillas and chicken enchiladas. Out of this world!"  Sabro…