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Tacos Los de Catemaco | Our Story

From Catemaco, Veracruz to New Buffalo

Los De Catemaco brought bold, authentic Mexican cooking to a Michigan beach town — and New Buffalo hasn't been the same since. Huge portions, fresh ingredients every day, and flavors straight from the heart of Veracruz.
Named after a city in Veracruz

Named after a city in Veracruz

Catemaco is a city in the tropical lowlands of Veracruz — a place where food is made with soul and generosity. We carried that spirit north to US 12.
New Buffalo's unexpected taquería

New Buffalo's unexpected taquería

When we opened in New Buffalo, the community welcomed us with a ribbon cutting — and guests have kept coming back ever since, surprised to find this level of authentic Mexican flavor in a lakeside town.
The El Mega is no joke

The El Mega is no joke

Stacked with ham, crispy Milanesa, hot dogs, cheese, mayo, and avocado — the El Mega became our calling card the moment it hit the menu.
Generous by design

Generous by design

Two steak tacos, guacamole, and a fresh horchata for under $20 — that's not a deal, that's just how we do things. Huge portions and fresh ingredients are the whole point.
Open every day for everyone

Open every day for everyone

Whether you're a local grabbing lunch or a Chicagoan making a run to the lake, we're open seven days a week. Come hungry.