On Thursday, January 22, the groundbreaking Mexico City chef, Chef Arturo Rivera, will bring his historic, Michelin-acclaimed tacos to Puesto Park Place (3311 Michelson Drive in Irvine) for a one-night-only Taco Takeover, marking his exclusive Orange County appearance.
“Chef Arturo made culinary history as the first chef in the world to earn a Michelin star for a Mexican taco stand, redefining what street food could be on the global stage,” explains Eric Adler, Tacoteur and Co-Founder of Puesto, a family-owned Mexican-American restaurant group celebrated for its award-winning tacos, premium ingredients, and modern approach to Mexico City cuisine. “This is not a tour, residency, or pop-up run – it’s a rare, one-night-only opportunity with the taquero who reshaped Michelin’s definition of excellence.”
From 5 p.m. to close on January 22, Southern California diners will have the opportunity to experience the tacos that have made history, as Chef Arturo offers his noted Gaonera taco and Costilla taco, crafted with the precision and soul that earned him Michelin acclaim. Complementing his creations will be Puesto’s award-winning Filet Mignon and Chicken al Pastor tacos, highlighting Puesto’s contemporary, ingredient-driven approach to Mexican cuisine, utilizing signature organic, non-GMO blue corn tortillas, sustainably sourced proteins, and scratch-made salsas.
– Chips & Molcajete Salsa
– Puesto Perfect Guacamole – classic guacamole + Parmigiano-Reggiano (GF, V)
– Passionfruit & Mango Shrimp Ceviche – Mexican shrimp, passionfruit, mango, avocado, chile oil (GF)
– Filet Mignon Taco – crispy melted cheese, filet mignon, avocado, pistachio serrano salsa (CONTAINS NUTS)
– Chicken al Pastor – crispy melted cheese, chicken, hibiscus & chipotle tinga, avocado, piña habanero pico (GF)
– Gaonera Taco – signature hand-cut beef tenderloin, lime, salt
– Costilla Taco – hand-cut beef strip loin, lime, salt
Served with side of Esquites – grilled corn, chile, lime, queso Cotija, crema (GF, V)
“Chef Arturo’s Michelin recognition was chef-driven, celebrating technique, ingredients, and cultural authenticity over fine-dining formalities,” continued Adler. “It’s an honor to host what’s sure to be one of the most significant Mexican food events to hit Orange County this year.”
Guests may complete their dining experience with signature beverages from Puesto’s craft bar program, which boasts a curated list of agave spirits (tequilas, mezcals, sotols, bacanoras & raicillas) sourced from throughout Mexico. The restaurants also boasts a selection of non-alcoholic offerings, courtesy of Vice President of Bar & Spirits Beau du Bois, who utilizes a house-made tequila alternative, fresh ingredients, house-made syrup and advanced techniques to create balanced zero-proof cocktails.
With limited availability, reservations are strongly encouraged for Puesto’s January 22 Orange County Taco Takeover at its Park Place location in Irvine and may be made HERE
