From the beginning

I started meal-prepping breakfast tacos while I was postpartum with my second son. Running on no sleep, feeding a newborn, a toddler, a husband, and myself, we needed quick fuel before the day got away from us.

Everything from the store had tons of carb filler and preservatives, and everything nearby was a pastry. Nothing savory, nothing protein packed. So I made my own, and they became a staple in our house.

When my husband and I went back to work and started commuting into the city, these became our grab and go breakfast. 

What happened next

In April, my big tech company asked me to move or resign. So I resigned. Oak Park has my heart. With this newfound freedom, I thought, here's my chance to bring my favorite breakfast tacos to my neighborhood. If I needed them, other people might too.

Why "Mama Taco"?

Mama, because it means to nurture, with food, with family, with community. Taco, because it's convenient, made to grab and go. We are a small operation. Find us at your local cafe, book for your next event, or stash in your fridge or freezer for whenever you need one.

More than tacos

Mama Taco is more than breakfast tacos. We are all about supporting our local community. When you’re thinking about your next donation, here are some local causes our family cares about.

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