America's Best Mexican Food - Episode 3: El Charro

When it comes to Mexican food, Tucson proudly claims the title of "America's Best." From sizzling street food to family-owned gems hidden in colorful barrios, Tucson's Mexican food scene is a melting pot of passion and heritage.

In this series, we meet the chefs behind some of the best spots in town. Established in 1922, El Charro Café of Tucson, Arizona is The Nation's Oldest Mexican Restaurant in continuous operation. Carlotta Flores is the chef/owner of El Charro and Si Charro Concepts. In 2019, El Charro Café was a semifinalist for a James Beard Award. They are known for their traditional Northern Mexico-Sonoran style and innovative Tucson-style Mexican Food.

For more info about Tucson's food scene go to: https://americasbestmexicanfood.com/