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Fresh taqueria opens grandest location in downtown Fort Worth

Salsa Limón will open its largest branch yet in downtown Fort Worth.

Photo by Malcolm Mayhew

Fort Worth taqueria chain Salsa Limón has opened its fourth location, Salsa Limón Centro, in downtown Fort Worth. The restaurant is one block from Sundance Square, at 550 Throckmorton St., on the ground level of the Tower building, in the former Qdoba spot.

Centro is now Salsa Limón's most spacious location, and it fully embraces the building's Brutalist-style architecture while incorporating a traditional Mexico City market vibe. That includes a stunning signature flower wall.

The menu offers tacos and a whole new lineup of drinks exclusive to the Central location, which will also boast a full-service bar. On offer will be a sour margarita made with freshly squeezed limes and tangy Tajín, or a spiked version of horchata, the creamy rice milk drink.

Salsa Limón's approach is Mexican, modern, and organic. Rooted in tradition, its tacos include Mexico City street-style favorites with an Oaxacan influence. There are tacos, tortas, quesadillas, burritos, and bowls. Salsas are made daily. Meats include marinated chicken, chorizo, barbacoa, pork shoulder, tripe, tongue, breakfast tacos, and a vegetarian option with avocado and rice.

Since its beginning as a small taqueria in Fort Worth's Gran Plaza, Salsa Limón has grown to include a fleet of food trucks and brick-and-mortar venues, each reflecting the community they serve. The chain also makes sustainability efforts, including a rainwater collection system, composting, and chicken raising at its Distrito location.

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Get a taste of the menu at CultureMap Fort Worth's Tastemaker Awards

Dayne's Craft Barbecue pork belly lumpia

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Be sure to grab a few pork belly lumpia.

The most delicious event of the year is almost here: CultureMap's 2025 Tastemaker Awards.

Our signature tasting event and awards ceremony is happening April 23 at The 4 Eleven (411 S. Main St.), and bringing with it a whole buffet of chef-driven bites and perfectly paired sips that celebrate Fort Worth's unique culinary scene.

Attendees get one delicious evening to sample to their hearts' content, with offerings prepared by the nominees for Restaurant of the Year, Chef of the Year, Bar of the Year, Rising Star Chef of the Year, Pastry Chef of the Year, Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year, Best Coffee Shop, and Best Barbecue Joint.

Our judging panel of industry experts — including past Tastemaker champs — selects the nominees and winners. However, you determine who wins Best New Restaurant via an online bracket, so be sure to make your votes count before the big day!

You'll want to come hungry to the Tastemaker Awards, considering this sneak peek at what's on the menu:

Snow crab tacos from Soy Cowboy
Braised cab short rib from Restaurant506 at the Sanford House
Mini chicken tinga tostadas from Los Guapos
Pork belly lumpia from Dayne's Craft Barbecue
Maracuya (passion fruit) hamachi tiradito from Toro Toro
Whiskey glazed pork belly from Whiskey Cake
Grilled meatloaf from Towne Grill
Chicken kabobs from Terra Mediterranean
Chicken tinga flautas from La Cabrona
Turmeric cauliflower from James Provisions
Tomato basil soup shooters from Bodega South Main
Cheese and charcuterie from Crystal Springs Hideaway

Of course there will be plenty of sweet treats, as well as coffee-centered pick-me-ups from our wildcard and Pastry Chef of the Year nominees:

Piña colada mousse, raspberry chocolate mousse, and pain au chocolate from D'Caramel Patisserie
Lemon curd tart from Bodega South Main
Vanilla bean mini cupcakes from Sinsational Cakes
Mini cowboy cookies, mini triple chocolate-nut brownies, and banoffee tarts from The Omni Fort Worth Hotel
Lavender Bloom and Golden Chai lattes from LaLa Land

To help wet your whistle, choose from these bartender-crafted cocktails:

Espresso martini from Crystal Springs Hideaway
The Jackass (Hornitos Tequila, cucumber juice, passion fruit, agave, lime juice, and ginger beer) and Dr Pepper Old Fashioned (Still Austin Whiskey, Montenegro, Dr Pepper reduction, and orange and angostura bitters) from The Down N' Out Bar

There will also be Yuengling beer and even more craft cocktails from sponsors Still Austin Whiskey and Hornitos Tequila.

Stay up to date on all things Tastemaker-related with our special editorial series of stories spotlighting the nominees.

Limited VIP passes remain, and it's obvious why they're such a hot ticket: You gain entry to the event a whole hour early, plus exclusive access to the VIP bar. General admission tickets are also available but are selling fast, so act now to secure your entry to Fort Worth's most delicious night. We'll see you on April 23!

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The Tastemaker Awards ceremony is brought to you by The Yuengling Company, Still Austin Whiskey, Hornitos, PicMe Events, and more to be announced soon. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Fort Worth Food and Wine Foundation.

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