Taco Nazo
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | 1978 |
| Founder | Gilberto Romero, Maria Romero |
| Headquarters | Southern California , United States |
Area served | Southern California |
| Products | Baja-style fish tacos, fish burritos, ceviches, tortas, bowls, nachos, quesadillas, tostadas, sides (refried beans, salsa, guacamole, cheese, shrimp) |
Number of employees | 5 outlets |
Taco Nazo is a Mexican-American dining chain headquartered in Southern California. Established in 1978 by Gilberto and Maria Romero, the business runs five outlets and is credited with introducing the Baja-style fish taco, significantly contributing to the cuisine's popularity in the area.
History
The founders, Gilberto and Maria Romero, originally from Ensenada, moved to Los Angeles and launched Taco Nazo as a taco truck in La Puente. The brand earned recognition for its Baja-style fish tacos and was featured on food critic Jonathan Gold's notable lists in 2013.
Menu
Focusing on Baja-style fish tacos, Taco Nazo offers a variety of fillings including different types of fish and meats. Their menu extends to fish burritos, ceviches, tortas, bowls, nachos, quesadillas, and tostadas. Accompanying sides include refried beans, salsa, guacamole, cheese, and shrimp. Additionally, the chain provides catering services to broaden its customer base.
Locations
With five establishments situated throughout Southern California—in Bellflower, La Puente, South El Monte, La Habra, and Walnut—Taco Nazo also delivers catering options to serve a wider audience.