El Taco de Mexico, a local favorite Mexican eatery, shut down in Denver last week. The restaurant, located in Denver’s Art District in the La Alma-Lincoln Park neighborhood was forced to close following a major water leak in the kitchen.
Highlights
- A major leak caused the temporary closure of El Taco de Mexico.
- Beloved restaurant was the recipient of the 2020 America’s Classics Award.
- Eatery expects to resume regular business soon.
Reopening After Unexpected Leak
El Taco de Mexico at 714 Santa Fe Dr had to close temporarily last week. The restaurant remained hopeful about reopening at the earliest. In a Facebook update, they announced a gradual reopening. The latest post on Facebook said, “With some hustle, limited operations but we should be back up and running today! Fingers crossed!”
Founded by MaLuisa Zanabria along with her mother Felipe Juarez, El Taco had humble beginnings and quickly became a local favorite. Hailing from Mexico City, the founders created a loyal following for the eatery with deep love and respect for authentic culinary traditions of Mexico.
Their green chile, an award-winner, is one standout dish among many offerings and has become synonymous with El Taco De Mexico…