There is a small taco shop in Marietta that has developed somewhat of a cult following. Birria El Gordo in Georgia is a Birria specialty house open four days a week until they sell out for the day. In case you’re unfamiliar with what Birria is, it’s a traditional meat stew from Mexico that is rich in adobo spices. Lately, restaurants have been turning Birria into tacos, and it’s a deliciously sweet yet savory, slightly spicy, slow-cooked sensation that is sweeping the country. Come see exactly why…
Birria tacos are sweeping the nation and there is one place in Marietta that has become a go-to for this delicious dish.
Birria El Gordo is a small outpost serving up huge Mexican flavors four days a week.
The term “birria” in relation to food actually refers to an exquisite, savory dish full of culture and tradition.
With a menu bursting with slow-cooked meat, spices, house-made tortillas, and more, don’t be surprised when you see a line at this taco hotspot—after all, they are only open until they sell out.
Start by grabbing an Aqua Fresca, which is a freshly squeezed juice ranging in flavors from mango to cucumber and beyond.
As you sip, peruse the menu that is bursting with authentic tacos, tortillas, quesadillas, and more.
Order from the counter and get ready for pure deliciousness—some Georgians have even declared this to be some of the best tacos they have ever had.
So much more than just a traditional taco shop, there is a reason why Birria El Gordo sells out sometimes more quickly than expected.
Don’t worry if there is a line, it will move faster than expected and the tacos at the finish line will be more rewarding than you’d think.
To find out where Birria El Gordo and how far it may be from you, click here to open the map.
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