Mexican fast food restaurant chain in California
Tacos El Gavilan, Inc,[1] also known as Tacos Gavilan[1] or formerly Tacos El Gavilan,[1] is a Mexican fast food restaurant chain founded in Los Angeles, California, in 1992.[2] Its headquarters are in Vernon, California.[3] As of 2021[update], Tacos Gavilan has 14 restaurants[4] located in California, all of which are family-owned.[5]
History
Tacos Gavilan opened its first taco truck on the corner of Gage and Main in Los Angeles in 1992.[6] It offered a carne asada taco seasoning using a recipe from the founder.[2][7]
Initially serving charcoal grill carne asada tacos and steamed tortillas, Tacos Gavilan expanded its menu to include more foods from Mexican cuisine, such as sopes, tortas, mulitas, and Mexican drinks.[8][9]
Tacos Gavilan is family owned and operated.[10] As of 2021, Tacos Gavilan owns 14 locations in Los Angeles, California.[11]
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