October 14th 2024.
Fans of American food, get ready to rejoice! Over the past few years, a variety of popular US restaurant chains and fast food joints have been making their way across the pond to set up shop in the UK. From Chipotle and Taco Bell to Little Caesars, Popeyes, and Wendy’s, we’ve seen a flood of American flavors hitting our taste buds, and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. In fact, it’s only getting better.
We already know that Chick-fil-A and Dave’s Hot Chicken are planning to make their debut here in 2025, and now there’s another exciting addition to the lineup. Velvet Taco, with almost 50 locations in the US, will be opening its doors in London’s lively Piccadilly Circus next Spring. This renowned brand is famous for its unique tacos, infused with flavors from around the globe. Take, for example, their Chicken Tikka Taco, featuring crispy tenders, spicy tikka sauce, cilantro basmati rice, raita crema, Thai basil, and a flour tortilla. Doesn't that sound absolutely mouthwatering?
But that’s not all. On their US menu, you’ll find a variety of options, like the mouthwatering Chicken and Waffle Taco, made with chicken tenders, peppered bacon, peppercorn gravy, green apple slaw, maple syrup, red chile aioli, scallions, and a homemade waffle tortilla. And for all the vegetarians out there, don’t worry - Velvet Taco has got you covered with their Korean Fried Rice Taco, filled with slow-roasted pulled pork, gochujang egg fried rice, red chile aioli, pickled red onion, jalapenos, grilled pineapple, and cilantro, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Are you drooling yet?
But that’s not all that’s in store for us lucky Londoners. When Velvet Taco makes its grand debut, they’ll also be introducing some British-inspired tacos, including a unique twist on the classic fish and chips. Picture beer-battered cod, curry aioli, French fries, malt vinegar, and napa slaw all rolled into one tasty taco. And if you thought that was exciting, wait until you hear about their sides, like chips and dips, nachos, and their signature Red Velvet Cake for dessert - a double-layered cake topped with cream cheese frosting and drizzled with a homemade cajeta sauce. Yum!
And if all this deliciousness isn’t enough, Velvet Taco will also be serving up a full bar, complete with their infamous Kick Ass Margarita and a special drink called ‘Sangrita’ - a fusion of Sangria and Margarita. With so much to offer, it’s no wonder that fans on Reddit are raving about the flavorful and creative combinations on Velvet Taco’s menu. Some may argue that it’s not authentic Mexican food, but most can agree that it’s simply delicious.
On Instagram, the excitement is palpable, with people already raving about their insanely good food, amazing flavors, and even calling it a dream come true. And who can blame them? With Velvet Taco’s first international location in London, the president and CEO, Clay Dover, says it’s an exciting time for the company, with plans for more UK restaurants in the future. From four locations to 50 in the US, and now expanding globally, it’s an impressive feat.
Are you as excited as we are for Velvet Taco to open in London? What’s your go-to taco filling? Share your thoughts with us and stay tuned for more updates as the opening date approaches. And hey, if you have a story to share about your love for Velvet Taco or any other delicious food, we’d love to hear from you. Just shoot us an email and let’s chat!
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