The top 10 taco spots in western Massachusetts

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Not only is it Taco Tuesday, but it’s also National Taco Day!

This national day celebrates the traditional Mexican dish that has become a favorite meal in the United States. It is unclear why the Spanish used the word taco to describe this native food, but one suggested origin is the word ataco , which means stuff or to stuff. In 1964, Roberto L. Gomez established The National Taco Council, which sent a 55-pound taco to President Johnson in 1967.

One way to observe this holiday is by getting a taco or making them at home. There are countless versions of tacos. The tortilla is made of usually corn or wheat and is wrapped or folded around a filling such as meats or seafood, chicken, beans, cheese, and eggs.

Where to get the best tacos

If you’re looking for the best places in western Massachusetts to get a taco, Yelp has the top 10 places to go based on customer reviews:

1. J&J Brothers Tacos – 41A Russell Street, Hadley
2. Tres Niños Taqueria – 20 Marshall Street, North Adams
3. Masa Mexicano – 176 Pine Street, Northampton
4. Agaves Mexican Grill – 389 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington
5. Avocado Cafe Lee – 5 Railroad Street, Lee
6. Mexcalito Taco Bar – 17 Kellogg Avenue, Amherst
7. Moctezuma’s Mexican Restaurant – 684 Belmont Avenue, Springfield
8. Placita Latina Restaurant & Market – 41 North Street, Pittsfield
9. 3 Amigos – 68 Cowls Road, Amherst
10. Cielito Lindo – 24 French King Highway, Gill

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