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From a Family’s Front Yard to a Los Angeles Favorite
What started as a front yard pop-up has grown into one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated taco destinations. We built this together with family, friends, neighbors, and our community, and we’re proud to share the milestones, memories, and moments that made Villa’s Tacos what it is today.
EXPLORE THE STORY
EXPLORE THE STORY
2018
Started at La Chula's
Villa's Tacos starts as a front yard pop-up at Chef Victor Villa's grandmother's home in Highland Park.
2021
First Championship
Villa's wins its first L.A. Taco Madness title, earning recognition across Los Angeles.
2022
Making Taco Madness History
Villa's becomes the first and only three-time Taco Madness Champion in the competition's history.
Feb. 2023
A permanent home
With the support of our community, we opened our first brick-and-mortar location, transforming a front yard favorite into a permanent gathering place.
July 2023
Recognized by the Michelin Guide
Villa's earns its first Michelin Bib Gourmand distinction, beginning a three-year streak of recognition from the Michelin Guide.
Nov. 2023
Netflix Feature
Chef Victor Villa appears on Netflix's Taco Chronicles: Cross the Border, sharing Villa's story with a global audience.
March 2025
Villa's Tacos Goes Coastal
The opening of our third location introduced a new seafood concept inspired by Baja-style cooking, featuring fresh fish, shrimp, and grilled specialties alongside the flavors our community has come to love.
Feb. 2026
The Super Bowl
Victor joins Bad Bunny during the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, representing taqueros and immigrant entrepreneurs on one of the world's biggest stages.
Future
Beyond Los Angeles
With new locations on the horizon in Hollywood and Las Vegas, Villa's continues to grow while staying rooted in Highland Park and the community that started it all.