Founded in 1968
Founded by a
master butcher.
Now, the
highest-
awarded
taquería.
BY
MR
Juanito
Original Juan Hernández González butcher shop brand
Juan Hernández
González
Founder’s portrait
Almost
60 years of
Family butcher tradition
all in a taco.
Gaonera
Steak
4
tacos
cooked
the same
since
always
Rib
Chop
These four tacos are all we serve. Born from simplicity, they remain unchanged-preserving the history, craft, and character that have defined us for nearly 6 decades.
M
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Our every day
in Mexico City
S
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In our NYC shop, we will ensure you have exactly the same experience as in Mexico: stand by the grill, watch your tacos being made. Enjoy them standing or grab a table.
Join us inside to experience the tradition, technique, and soul of our original Mexico City shop. Immerse yourself in the craft of preparing tacos.
Watch on
the front line
CDMX
Worth the Shot. Locals, tourists, and people of all ages love El Califa de León tacos. Here, a visitor captures the taco-making process on her journey through Mexico.
El Califa de León tacos are many celebrities' favorites.
Tortillas cooked straight on the grill. We don’t make tortillas for storage — we make them for the taco in front of you.
Our family’s butcher roots guide every taco we make. We know where the meat comes from, and how it should taste.
Real mexican taqueria
— We are —
Mexico's highest-awarded tacos
2024
Earned two
stars back
to back by
the Michelin
Guide®
2025
People from all over the world
land to CDMX and taste the
most democratic food, the taco.
Book a table
Taste Mexico's
Highest-
Awarded
Tacos in NYC.