Streetlight Taco, a South Tampa taqueria, received a Michelin Bib Gourmands award just three months after its opening, making it one of four Florida restaurants to earn the rating. The restaurant was praised for its menu featuring tacos, tostadas, salsas, and sides, with standout dishes including a Sunday snack tostada and a Japanese eggplant taco. The full list of Bib Gourmands winners will be released on April 18.
A taquería in Chicago is facing multiple lawsuits after 55 people were sickened with salmonella allegedly linked to the business. The taquería, which has since been shut down, was inspected and found to have improper food storage practices. Three lawsuits have been filed so far, with concerns that more people may have been affected.
A Salmonella outbreak in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood has sickened 20 people, with 10 individuals requiring hospitalization. The outbreak has been linked to a taqueria in Carniceria Guanajuato, prompting the voluntary closure of the establishment. Those who have consumed prepared food from the taqueria or grocery store section since August 29 are advised to discard it. Symptoms of Salmonella include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever. The Chicago Department of Public Health has conducted an environmental assessment and urges affected individuals to file a food poisoning complaint.
A Salmonella outbreak in Chicago has resulted in at least 20 people falling ill after consuming food from a local taqueria, with 10 individuals requiring hospitalization. The taqueria has voluntarily closed, and health officials are investigating the source of the contamination. The strain of Salmonella involved appears to be particularly virulent, as the hospitalization rate is higher than usual. Public health officials are urging anyone who ate at the taqueria and experienced symptoms to seek medical attention and undergo Salmonella testing. The Chicago Health Department has issued a public notice advising individuals to discard any food purchased from the taqueria since August 29, 2023.
A Salmonella outbreak at a taqueria in Avondale, Chicago has led to the hospitalization of 10 people. The Chicago Department of Public Health and Illinois Department of Public Health are investigating the outbreak, which has affected a total of 20 individuals. The source of the outbreak is believed to be the taqueria within the Mexican grocery store Carniceria Guanajuato. The taqueria has been voluntarily closed since September 8, and health officials are advising anyone who purchased from the prepared food section since August 29 to be aware of potential exposure to Salmonella. Most individuals recover from Salmonella without treatment, but medical evaluation and treatment may be necessary for older individuals or those with weakened immune systems.
Manito Taco Shop in Lockport, New York, started as a mobile kitchen during the pandemic and has now become a thriving family restaurant. The taqueria offers a variety of Mexican dishes, including tacos, taco bowls, quesadillas, nachos, and burritos, with generous portions and spot-on flavors. Customers can also enjoy a salsa bar with a range of fresh toppings and salsas. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, and the menu includes desserts like churros and flan. Manito Taco Shop has gained a loyal following for its vibrant Mexican flavors and friendly atmosphere.
Mexico City-based restaurant La Popular is opening its second American location in Austin, Texas, offering classic taqueria fare such as al pastor, carnitas, and rib-eye tacos, as well as enchiladas, fajitas, and ceviche. The restaurant's cocktail menu focuses on agave spirits, with over 80 labels of tequila, mezcal, and adjacent plants like sotol. La Popular's Austin location features wood paneling, chevron-patterned wooden floors, a live-fire kitchen, and neon light fixtures. The restaurant is open seven days a week, with happy hour offered Monday to Friday.
