Taco Chelo, Mexican restaurant in Roosevelt Row, Phoenix, US
Taco Chelo is a Mexican restaurant in Phoenix that serves handmade tortillas, carne asada, fish tacos, and carnitas. The interior is decorated with artworks and the furniture was custom-designed for this location.
The restaurant opened in 2018 and draws on recipes from Monterrey, Nuevo Leon. The name comes from the chef's mother's nickname, honoring family and the roots of the kitchen.
The restaurant brings together cooking and visual art, showing how local artists and chefs work together to create a shared space. The walls and furnishings reflect this partnership, turning a meal into an experience that engages more than just taste.
The location is on Roosevelt Street and easy to spot, with a large art installation at the entrance that makes it visible from outside. The area is walkable and the restaurant accommodates both guests with and without reservations.
The art installation at the entrance is 12 feet (3.6 meters) tall and was inspired by techniques from traditional Mexican wood carvings. This piece sets itself apart from typical restaurant decor and makes the connection between art and food culture immediately visible.
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