“Taco Tuesday in Tucson” is a column where we explore the unique tacos stands throughout Tucson… on Tuesdays.
Chances are you’ve seen a shiny structure — a submarine-like building glistening in the sun — while driving down First Avenue just past Glenn Street.
Hopefully, you immediately pulled over because once you walk through the doors of El Berraco you’ll feel like a sea captain waiting to down some crave-worthy Latin seafood.
When it comes to El Berraco’s menu, it’s swimming with items such as grilled oysters, seafood tostadas, mussels, and plenty of other fish under the sea, and eye-catching seafood towers. However, don’t overlook the delicious taco section of the menu.
The El Chicharrón Tacos are quite a catch with its battered and deep-fried octopus, topped with chuqui salsa and cilantro — muy caliente, indeed.
If tacos aren’t what you’re aiming to dive into for the night, there’s plenty more to sink your teeth into on the menu.
El Berraco is located at 2960 N. 1st Ave. For information on the location, hours, full menu, and more, call (520) 620-9828 or visit el-berraco.com.
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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.
