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Commerce, California
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Aqui es Texcoco is renowned for its traditional Mexican barbacoa, a method of slow-cooking lamb in an underground pit, which is a culinary tradition from the state of Tlaxcala, Mexico.
The restaurant was founded by Francisco 'Paco' Perez, who was inspired by his family's barbacoa recipes and traditions from Texcoco, Mexico.
The barbacoa is prepared using maguey leaves, which impart a distinct flavor and aroma to the meat, staying true to its Mexican roots.
Aqui es Texcoco was featured on the Travel Channel's 'Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern,' highlighting its authentic barbacoa.
In addition to barbacoa, Aqui es Texcoco offers traditional Mexican sides like nopales (cactus) salad and consomé, a flavorful broth made from the barbacoa drippings.
The restaurant attracts both locals and visitors who are eager to experience authentic Mexican barbacoa in Southern California.
The restaurant imports key ingredients from Mexico, such as the maguey leaves, to maintain the authenticity of its barbacoa.
