It was the summer of 1940, when Grandma and Grandpa Rico opened a cafe in the border town of Del Rio, Texas. The new cafe was named after Rico’s mother Carlota, who was famous among family and friends for her delicious Mexican food. Using the favorite family recipes passed down through the generations, the cafe earned recognition from the local community. Today Rico’s Tacos continues that tradition with the freshest ingredients and quality of preparation. Much has changed since that first cafe opened. Now Rico’s Tacos food trucks call New York City their home. Stop by a Rico’s Tacos food truck in your neighborhood to experience fresh and delicious, award winning Mexican cuisine!
Open 7 days a week!
| 1940 | Open For Business! Grandma and Grandpa Rico’s original family cafe opens in Del Rio, Texas. |
| 1971 | Bright Lights, Big City. The first Rico’s Tacos stand opens in New York City’s Lower East Side. |
| 1985 | Rico’s Around Town! Three new Rico’s Tacos stands are added throughout NYC. |
| 2008 | The Kids Are Alright. Rico’s grandkids introduce New York City to the first Rico’s Tacos Food Truck. |
| 2014 | Rico’s On-The-Go! Three additional Rico’s Tacos Food Trucks are deployed around NYC. |
2008 Time Out
“Top 10 Best Quick Serve
Restaurants in NYC”
2010 Travelers
“Best New Foodie Spot
Tours in NYC”
2014 The Daily News
“Best Truck
On-The-Go in NYC”
2017 New York Times
“Best Mobile Bites”
in The Big Apple