A bold new taste has arrived on Vernor Highway with the much-anticipated opening of Tacos Wuey, a vibrant taquería blending authentic street-style flavors, family recipes, and breezy Tulum-inspired design. Officially opening its doors on Friday, July 18, Tacos Wuey is the latest culinary project from chef Eddie Vargas, whose roots and passion for food run deep in Southwest Detroit.
The name “Wuey” is a playful nod to the popular Mexican slang word güey (pronounced “way”), often used informally among friends to express affection or poke fun. That same spirit of warmth and camaraderie pulses through the restaurant’s atmosphere, from the bright, welcoming decor to the menu filled with bold, comforting bites.
Conveniently located at 3970 W. Vernor, a short walk from Clark Park and La Joya Gardens, Tacos Wuey is already drawing crowds with its mix of crave-worthy tacos, birria, and creative takes on Mexican street food, all served with a side of community pride.
At the heart of the menu is Vargas’s birria de res, a rich, slow-stewed beef dish rooted in his family’s culinary traditions. Served up as melty quesabirria with chihuahua cheese, it’s a standout tribute to the Mexican flavors that define Southwest Detroit’s food scene. But Tacos Wuey is more than just a nod to heritage. With house-made guacamole, queso fundido, Birria Noodles, and freshly handcrafted beverages like the Hisbiusi tea, Vargas aims to create a space where culture, creativity, and community collide, rounding out the experience…