Its an authenic culinary experience to Taco 'Bout!
As the MICHELIN Guide describes:
“There is a reason why El Califa de León has endured for more than half a century. This taqueria may be bare bones with just enough room for a handful of diners to stand at the counter, but its creation, the Gaonera taco, is exceptional. Thinly sliced beef filet is expertly cooked to order, seasoned with only salt and a squeeze of lime. The resulting combination is elemental and pure.”
What makes the world's Michelin star taqueria special...
Mario Hernández Alonso, current owner and son of the original founders, said "The secret is the simplicity of our taco. It has only a fresh hand-made corn tortilla, red or green sauce, and that's it. That, and the quality of the meat." My father said, 'Do you want me to tell you the secret of the meat?'" "'There is no secret, only love and effort'."
El Califa de León is recognized as the first and only taquería in the world to receive the prestigious Michelin Star honor.
Its signature dish, the legendary “Taco Gaonera,” has captivated taco lovers across the globe.
Read more: El Califa de Leon | Guide Report
*HOW TO GET THERE >> 994 east university boulevard*
Hours of Operation
- SEPT 3: 3:00pm - inauguration ribbon cutting ceremony with VIP invited guests, Closes 9pm (Wednesday)
- SEPT 4: 3pm - 9pm (Thursday)
- SEPT 5: 3pm - 9pm (Friday)
- SEPT 6: 11am - 9pm (Saturday)
- SEPT 7: 11am - 9pm (Sunday)
- SEPT 8: 3pm - 9pm (Monday)
- SEPT 9: 3pm - 9pm (Taco Tuesday)
- SEPT 10: 3pm - 9pm (Wednesday)
- SEPT 11: 3pm - 9pm (Thursday)
- SEPT 12: 3pm - 9pm (Friday)
- SEPT 13: 11am - 9pm (Saturday)
- SEPT 14: 11am - 9pm (Sunday)
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