This taco truck-turned-fast-casual chain is making its way to the Charlotte area

What better way is there to celebrate National Taco Day than to visit a new Mexican restaurant? You’ll be in luck on Oct. 4, as Talkin’ Tacos breaks into North Carolina with a location in Concord that day.

The restaurant is kicking off its grand opening at 6 p.m., offering a free order of birria tacos to each of the first 100 customers in line. You can enjoy live entertainment while you eat among hand-painted murals and neon signs, and an LED robot will be on hand for pictures.

When you walk in, you’ll order on self-serve kiosks meant to provide faster service. Among the items to try are a variety of birria choices such as pizza, ramen and street corn in a cup.

There are also 11 taco options, including Southwest Chicken, Mahi Mahi, Caribbean Carne and vegan Hongas Tacos. You can top off your meal with something to satisfy your sweet tooth such as an order of Loaded Churros, Tajin & Chamoy gummies or a house-made horchata.

Talkin’ Tacos started out in Miami as a food truck in 2020 and grew into a fast-casual Mexican eatery with locations across Florida. Now, it’s spreading into the Carolinas with its 1,850 square-foot restaurant space in Concord that will seat 48 people. The chain has 17 locations open, and six more will open this year.

“We’re thrilled to bring our bold flavors and vibrant atmosphere to North Carolina, and it’s only fitting to celebrate on National Taco Day,” Mohammad Farraj, Talkin’ Tacos co-founder and chief marketing officer, said in a news release. “The Charlotte-area food scene is exploding, and we’re excited to be a part of it.”

Talkin’ Tacos

Location: 8915 Christenbury Pkwy., Concord NC 28027

Menu

Cuisine: Mexican

Hours: Monday-Sunday ,11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Instagram: @_talkintacos