Our Story
A family restaurant tradition since 2001, proudly serving Portland since 2008.
Our family's restaurant journey began in San Jose, California, in 2001, when the Torres family opened its first restaurant. It was there that we developed the recipes, hospitality, and commitment to quality that continue to guide our family today.
In 2008, our family moved from San Jose to Portland, Oregon. During that same year, we opened Taqueria Portland in St. Johns, North Portland. With the support of our customers, employees, and community, the restaurant became part of our new home in Portland.
In 2013, Taqueria Portland moved from St. Johns to Southeast Portland. We continued serving longtime customers while welcoming new neighbors and families into the restaurant.
We later expanded with our Johnson Creek location, allowing us to serve even more of the Portland community through two locations.
Today, Taqueria Portland proudly continues the restaurant tradition our family began in 2001. Our journey has taken us from San Jose to St. Johns and Southeast Portland, but our commitment remains the same: serve flavorful Mexican food with care, consistency, generosity, and genuine hospitality.
From San Jose to Portland
A Family Restaurant Tradition Since 2001. Serving Portland Since 2008.
2001
Our first family restaurant opens in San Jose
The Torres family opens its first restaurant in San Jose, California.
2008
The Torres family moves to Portland
The family moves from San Jose to Portland, Oregon, and opens Taqueria Portland in St. Johns that same year.
2013
Taqueria Portland moves to Southeast Portland
The restaurant moves from St. Johns to Southeast Portland.
Today
Two locations serving the Portland community
The family continues its restaurant tradition through two Portland locations.
Four things we never compromise
Every decision at Taqueria Portland comes back to these four values.
Quality food
Fresh masa, slow-cooked meats, and salsas ground in house every day.
Dedicated employees
Our team is family, and their care shows on every plate.
Family
Recipes and hospitality carried forward through the Torres family.
Community
Portland welcomed us in, and we cook to give that warmth back.