plural tacos
ˈtä-(ˌ)kōz 
: a crispy or soft corn or wheat tortilla that is folded or rolled and stuffed with a mixture (as of seasoned meat, cheese, and lettuce)
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The budget-friendly, fast casual restaurant, across multiple locations in Charlotte, serves everything from arepas and empanadas to tacos and even carne asada fries.
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Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2025
Burritos and Tacos Burritos and tacos can be high in sodium because of their ingredients: cheese, tortillas, and salsas.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2025
Saddle up to one of the outdoor tables and get ready to feast on fish tacos, peel-and-eat shrimp, or a hearty crab cake sandwich.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2025
The menu features tacos, quesadillas, nachos, Fiesta Fries, and Sweet Rides (aka desserts).
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2025
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Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2025
Burritos and Tacos Burritos and tacos can be high in sodium because of their ingredients: cheese, tortillas, and salsas.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2025
Saddle up to one of the outdoor tables and get ready to feast on fish tacos, peel-and-eat shrimp, or a hearty crab cake sandwich.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2025
The menu features tacos, quesadillas, nachos, Fiesta Fries, and Sweet Rides (aka desserts).
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2025
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“Taco.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taco. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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