Mexicali Border Cafe, Mexican restaurant in downtown Tulsa, United States.
Mexicali Border Cafe is a Mexican restaurant in downtown Tulsa serving traditional dishes like tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. The food is prepared with regional ingredients and spices that reflect cooking styles from different parts of Mexico.
The restaurant was founded in 1917 when Julio Tumatoe transformed a cantina into a dining establishment. This early start marks over a century of operation in downtown Tulsa.
The restaurant reflects Mexican cooking traditions in how it prepares food and passes recipes through family members. Visitors can taste that many dishes follow methods common in Mexico for generations.
The restaurant is open several days a week with extended hours on weekends. Guests can enjoy dining inside or arrange catering for events.
The restaurant has an unusual origin story involving a poker game that led to its founding. This chance event set the foundation for what became a long-standing dining destination.
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