Welcome to Fuego, Tacos and Beer
Turlock Living Magazine volume 2 issue 5, 2004
A fresh new choice for Mexican food is now available at 3140 Countryside Drive, in the Monte Vista Crossing Shopping Center. Fuego Tacos and Beer, open since April, serves fresh, authentic Mexican food in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Salvador and Cynthia Maciel, owners of Fuego, Recently moved to Turlock from Sonora where they owned the restaurant Cocina Michoacana.
Salvador Maciel has been in the restaurant business his whole life. He was born into a family of restaurateurs. His sister owns the very popular La Morenita here in Turlock.
At the ripe old age of 19 he opened his he opened his first restaurant in Groveland, California. The Maciels picked Monte Vista Crossing to open their newest restaurant because it has become a hub of activity here in Turlock.
"When you're out shopping you want something to eat," said Cynthia Maciel. She also wanted to offer some healthier eating choices. Fuego's uses the freshest ingredients and vegetable oil in their cooking.
Fuego Tacos and Beer serves traditional Mexican dishes along with custom made wraps from your choice of meats, tortilla wraps, and cheeses.
You can order a tomato basil wrap filed with chile verde and Mexican cotija or a low carb wrap filled with tofu ranchero and feta cheese. Fuego's signature dish is their fish tacos. They start with red snapper and saute it in garlic and olive oil the serve it with fresh Pico de Gallo.
Not only is the food fresh but the decor is vibrant. The restaurant is painted in warm colors with beautiful paintings and family photos hanging on the walls.
Each frame was handmade by Salvador Maciel using wood from an old barn from up in Sonora
Fuego Tacos and beer is open Monday through Sunday 7am until 10pm. For more information call (209) 667-2867.
Restaurant Of The Month
Fuego Tacos and Beer
Fuego Tacos and Beer is a family-owned Mexican restaurant located in the middle of the Monte Vista Shopping center. This restaurant has developed a following that appreciates the great food, beer and unique atmosphere. The Fuego regulars value the friendly environment and unique fare.
Fuego Tacos and Beer opened in April, 2004 as the collaboration of Salvador and Cynthia Maciel. They both brought their distinctive style to the restaurant. Sal grew up in the state of Michocan, in the heart of Mexico. Preparing traditional meals was a family project in his family. At six years old he would go to market to sell his mom's famous tortas to the locals. His passion for food grew and at the age of nineteen Sal opened his first restaurant in Groveland, CA. His sister now owns the successful restaurant, and Sal's other siblings have restaurants throughout the State.
Cynthia was born and raised locally in Turlock. She grew up being taught the importance of healthy, fresh food, and Cynthia's mom would add unique vegetables to traditional dishes. When Cynthia married Sal in 1997 she quickly became an asset in his culinary endeavor, bringing a unique approach to his time-honored cuisine. Any time you crave a magnificent margarita, microbrewed or imported beer, or a distinctive Latin meal, Fuego Tacos and Beer is a safe bet. Fuego has a full bar and the regulars swear they have the best margaritas in town. With half a dozen unique beers on tap, and many more in the bottle, in addition to a wide assortment of teas and soft drinks, Fuego is likely to appease any appetite or thirst.
The Fuego menu offers a wide variety of both classic Mexican dishes made of the freshest ingredients, and modern Latin cuisine with panache. Your meal can be tailor-made to your particular palate, such as replacing chicken or beef with tofu. Fuego has a wide variety of vegetarian dishes like their terrific Fajitas Vegetarianas - a dish of sautéed red bell peppers, zucchini, yellow Italian squash, tomatoes, asparagus and mushrooms. Fuego offers its customers a variety of tortillas including whole wheat, garlic, and spinach, in addition to traditional choices. To Fuego, eating healthy, fresh, and wholesome is paramount. Dinner at Fuego offers a heartier menu with combination plates and offerings such as Mole Poblano, one of Mexico's most traditional chicken dishes - a quarter leg cooked in Fuego's famous mole sauce, which consists of a variety of rich chilies, roasted pine nuts, dark chocolate and rich spices.
Fuego Tacos and Beer is the combined passion of Sal with his traditional experience, and Cynthia, with her modern flair and healthy approach. Traditional Latin dishes offered in a new and unique way is Fuego.
Customer Comments
"My partner from work and I eat here every week. We absolutely love the fuego salsa. We put it all over our food and cant seem to get enough of it. We also think the staff are awesome. BRING ON THE FUEGO!!!!"
- Michael Flarida
"Smart and healthy mexican cuisine made to order for the entire family"
- Joe, faithful patron since 2004
"I come here because its cozy and comfortable. It feels like family"
- Wayne
"The best green sauce EVER!!"
- Sarah Moore
"The food at Fuego is great, specially the Chili Relleno. Excellent and friendly service always with a smile."
- Cheryl and Don
"It is always worth the half hour drive to have lunch or dinner"
- Greg
"We love having lunch here, your food is delicious, fresh, and healthy. We love it here amongst friends."
- Mathew and Summer
"I love Fuego. My favorite place to eat in Turlock, and definitely the #1 place for vegan food in probably the whole valley. You Rule!!"
-Jami W.
"Great food, Great atmosphere, and terrific people!! We love this place, its our 'Celebrate a Great Day' restaurant!"
- Nan and Les Austin