“Taco Tuesday in Tucson” is a column where we explore the unique tacos stands throughout Tucson… on Tuesdays.
Over near Grant and Craycroft, it seems to be hustlin’ and bustlin’ with Mexican cuisine, including Quesadilla’s, Paco’s, Frida’s Cafe, and now a new restaurant is contributing to the scene.
The spot Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen recently opened its doors at 5553 E. Grant Rd. — the space that formerly housed Queen Sheba — and has been coming in strong on Taco Tuesday.
When it comes to tacos, they’ve got a few to choose from like Carne Asada, Carnitas, Grilled Chicken, Chicken Habanero, Ground Beef, Pastor, Beer Battered Shrimp, and Veggie. Each of the tacos can be ordered a la carte, comin’ in hot at $2.40 – $3 each.
However, give the Quesabirria Tacos a shot — equipped with onions and cilantro in a white corn tortilla. Plus, you can’t go wrong with some dip so be sure to get it with the caldo.
The restaurant is open 10:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Sunday – Thursday and 10:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen is located at 5553 E. Grant Rd. For more information, visit ameliasfood.com or follow Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen on Facebook.
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Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
