Michelin Recognized Taqueria Taps Former Pujol Chef for UTC Expansion | Eater San Diego
"Set to debut in just a few weeks at Westfield UTC in the former Tocaya Organica space around the corner from Din Tai Fung, L55 Tacos & More is a spinoff designed to be more accessible and—most importantly—scalable as the San Diego–based brand pursues strategic expansion. The 2,800-square-foot, counter-service restaurant will be fronted by folding glass doors and offer indoor and patio seating plus a standalone bar where beverage director Gareth Moore will mix seasonal agua frescas and low-ABV cocktails. The menu, developed by culinary consultant Daniel Soto (an alum and former sous chef of Mexico City’s two-Michelin-starred Pujol who worked with Enrique Olvera and led Pujol’s taco omakase), goes beyond tacos to include burritos, bowls, salads, and new dishes such as a lion’s mane mushroom barbacoa bowl, along with tacos exclusive to L55 like a fish adobo taco and a black chicken tinga taco. Offering takeout and delivery, it will be open daily for lunch and dinner." - Candice Woo
