Mitla Cafe
Café, Mexican Restaurant, and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
San Bernardino
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Offbeat L.A.February 21, 2018A landmark on Route 66, this Mexican cafe opened in 1937 as a lunch counter by Lucia Rodriguez & expanded its size in the 1940s. Mitla is the oldest surviving Mexican restaurant in the Inland Empire.
- Offbeat L.A.February 21, 2018Apparently Glen Bell, who had opened Bell’s Hotdogs and Hamburgers across the street in 1950, “borrowed” Lucia’s taco recipe and began selling tacos himself in December 1951.
- Offbeat L.A.February 21, 2018Still owned by Lucia’s grandchildren and great grandchildren at the same location. The exterior of Mitla is simple Spanish-style, with some river rock inlay.
- Offbeat L.A.February 21, 2018Glen then opened several taco stands in the early ’50s and went on to open the first Taco Bell in Downey in 1962 using the same recipe.
- Offbeat L.A.February 21, 2018The interior still has a long wood laminate eating counter along with rust colored booths and tables, ceiling fans and old photographs.
- Offbeat L.A.January 28, 2016Opened 1937. A landmark on Rte 66, this small Mexican cafe is where Glen Bell “borrowed” the taco recipe for Taco Bell.
Elizabeth GonzalezMay 28, 2013Their taquitos are amazing. Plus, the salsa they serve on the side (not the one for the chips) is delicious.
Dine 909January 14, 2012Since 1937...wow! Don't forget to check their Facebook page for daily specials.
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