Arizonans passionate about their tacos may have feelings of validation now that Yelp has cast its ranks, shining a spotlight on noteworthy spots that bring the flavor and flair of Mexican culinary tradition to the table. Just Tacos and More in Phoenix, known for its generous portions and fresh ingredients, has been crowned by Yelp users as the premier taco destination in the state, as reported by Phoenix New Times. In a feast of data analysis focusing on review volume and keyword relevance, these taco purveyors emerged victorious.
According to Yelp’s taco-centric study, which considered a blend of user review counts and sentiment, along with buzzwords pertinent to the taco experience, five Arizona establishments have been lauded in the top 100 tacos list nationwide, drawing from a report by ABC15. The eateries span from Tucson’s La Chaiteria at #48 and El Rustico at #74, to Sierra Vista’s 143 Street Tacos at #79, while El Fogon and Taco Culture Taco Shop, both based in Phoenix, secured spots #86 and #93 respectively sealing their notoriety with a delectable seal of public approval despite Arizona’s overall representation dipping from nine spots just a year prior.
Amidst a culinary landscape teeming with contenders for the taco crown, Just Tacos and More has managed to distinguish itself not merely through its variety of offerings, including land, sea, and guisados, but with a commitment to honor the essence of the taco; Violeta Cortez, a partner at Just Tacos, expressed to Yelp in a statement obtained by Phoenix New Times their intent to “bring honor to the most iconic dish Mexico has to offer—the taco.”…