Who Invented Tacos

Today it seems like tacos are so infused with the average American’s life that imagining a world without them is impossible. We eat them all the time, but what do we know about the history of this delicious Mexican dish? Come on a culinary quest to learn all there is to know about tasty tacos!

The History of Tacos

You may not realize when you bite into a delicious taco that you're eating history, but it’s true! Tacos are an ancient nosh that predates the Spanish conquest of Mexico. There is evidence of ancient Mexicans eating fish tacos, but the first historically recorded taco was enjoyed in the early 1500s. 

The origin of the word “taco” is unknown. Some believe that it comes from the Nahuatl word “tlahco” which means “half” or “in the middle.” Others believe it comes from the miners that enjoyed this dish early on. They used wrappers filled with gunpowder as plugs, and they were known as “tacos.” The tool’s resemblance to the miners’ favorite dish may have inspired them to nickname the dish “tacos.”

Types of Tacos

Today’s tacos have come a long way from the ancient indigenous peoples’ simple fish tacos. Many flavors, styles, and options are available in the vast world of tacos. There is a taco with a flavor combination to please every palate. Some popular varieties of tacos include chicken, shrimp, chicken, and steak. 

Taco Ocho has plenty of Tacos.

Taco Ocho serves up so many delicious choices of tacos, even including vegan options! Our taco menu is long(sixteen tacos), and you will want to try them all. Some of our fan favorites include our delicious Latin Love, Brisket Taco, and Smoked Chicken Elote Taco. The chicken taco fuses the flavors of tasty elote with richly smoked chicken. It is a flavor you will not forget!

Don’t worry if you don’t want to go out because we offer catering, carry-out, and delivery, so the perfect plate of tacos is never too far away! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a bite of history with a delicious taco!