In addition to its location, Famous Taco Burger’s affordability is a drawing point for some customers at a time when inflation and the rising cost of ingredients are hitting local businesses hard. “The west end of Central Street is so excited to have a new restaurant,” she said. Harvel also said she has found the tacos, which she has ordered multiple times, “absolutely delicious.”Īngela Shaffer, community director for Central Street Evanston also said the restaurant is a welcome addition to the district. “It’s the family business that Central Street really needed on this side (where) we don’t have as many restaurants and shops to go to, whereas the other side of Central Street’s much busier.” “They have really good food, really kind and friendly people,” she said. She said the brothers’ shop is bringing something new to the west end of Central Street with their blend of Mexican and American food options. She said she has been to Famous Taco Burger about 10 times since it opened. Nina Harvel, who works on Central Street, said she’s already a loyal customer. They helped us a lot the first couple of weeks.” “The people have supported us a lot here on Central,” he said. Juan Magdaleno said fellow Central Street businesses publicized the shop and welcomed them to the area. “This was the first time we opened a restaurant, so we didn’t know what the building needed to be ready,” he said. It includes seating for customers and an open kitchen that allows visitors to see their meals in the making.ĭespite the Magdalenos’ cooking experience, Juan Magdaleno said the path to the grand opening was an uphill battle that required them to navigate renovations, inspections and marketing. The storefront, which formerly housed Gotta B Crepes, is expansive. But when some local restaurants closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Magdalenos saw the opportunity to open their own shop. They’ve worked in the Evanston restaurant scene for about 20 years as cooks. Customers have the options of filling their tacos with chicken, pork, steak or beef switching out buns or toppings on burgers and trying a variety of fries - including “Mexican Fries” that feature taco toppings.įor the Magdaleno brothers, Famous Taco Burger has been a long time coming. The menu features Mexican dishes like tacos, burritos and fajitas, in addition to burgers and fries. Since opening the restaurant, the Magdalenos have continued to work part-time at Trattoria Demi and Edzo’s Burger Shop in downtown while also running their own establishment. That idea inspired them to eventually launch Famous Taco Burger on Central Street in March. When Juan and Javier Magdaleno decided to open their own restaurant, they wanted to combine their family recipes with American cuisine.
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