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Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana

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Tacos: Like much of the South, Memphis features great Latinx dishes. One of the biggest staple dishes is a taco. Las Tortugas’ founder, Jose (Pepe) Magallanes was born and raised in Mexico City before making the move to Memphis and opening his flagship restaurant in 2002. He was a pioneer of the Mexican food scene in Memphis, and since then multiple establishments have followed suit. Las Tortugas has a broad menu featuring authentic staples, and their tacos are the best in the city.

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  • Memphis’ Most Famous Foods and Where to Try Them

    kaylee (Kaylee Giacomini)
    Memphis is a bustling metropolitan hub on the banks of the Mississippi River most well known for music, Elvis Presley, and barbecue. There is a contested debate in the United States about who does the best barbecue - arguably one of the most iconic dishes in the country. Memphis, Tennessee consistently ranks among barbecue’s top cities. Barbecue can be found everywhere across town, and many of the joints are outstanding. Since the 1990’s, the city has been expanding into the world of cuisine and is now a delicious melting pot fueled by global fusion along with classic Southern mainstays. Here's some of the best food in Memphis!