News Summary
Lola’s Taco Bar is set to open in Grosse Pointe Woods by early September 2025. Located at 20195 Mack Avenue, the restaurant will offer a variety of taco options, build-your-own meals, and a focus on community engagement with its ‘Good Taco’ initiative. Founded by a team with extensive experience in fine dining, Lola’s aims to provide a unique dining experience blending culinary excellence and community focus.
Grosse Pointe Woods is set to welcome a new dining destination, Lola’s Taco Bar, which is scheduled to open its doors by early September 2025. Located at 20195 Mack Avenue, the establishment occupies the site of a former Boston Market and aims to bring a unique blend of culinary excellence and community focus to the area.
The restaurant is founded and operated by a seasoned team boasting over 100 years of combined experience in the restaurant industry. This includes backgrounds at renowned Michelin-starred venues, such as Alinea in Chicago and Rebelle in New York. The leadership team features Branden McRill as the founder, Brandon Zarb as culinary director, Mel Fuechtmann as managing director, and Niko Moschouris as a restaurant growth specialist.
Menu Offerings
Lola’s Taco Bar will feature a menu that highlights rotisserie chicken tacos, al pastor tacos shaved from a trompo, and freshly made warm tortillas. Meals will be complemented by pickled vegetables and guacamole as part of family combo options. Additionally, diners will have the flexibility to customize their meals with build-your-own bowls and burritos. The restaurant aims to cater to all dietary preferences, offering a variety of vegan and vegetarian choices. Alcoholic beverages will include fresh-squeezed lime juice cocktails, quality tequila, and reasonably priced margaritas.
Service Model
The restaurant will adopt a counter service model while encouraging staff interaction to enhance the guest experience. Customers will not need to rely on QR codes, as staff will be available to assist with orders and ensure satisfaction.
Interior Design
Designed in collaboration with the design firm AvroKO and Tury Design, Lola’s Taco Bar is expected to feature a vibrant atmosphere suitable for families and friends. The interior space will have seating capacity for 50 patrons, along with an additional outdoor patio area for 24 guests.
Community Engagement Initiatives
A notable feature of Lola’s Taco Bar is its “Good Taco” initiative, which aims to foster community connections by donating a portion of proceeds from rotating taco specials to local schools, sports teams, and neighborhood organizations. This initiative underscores the restaurant’s commitment to being an integral part of the Grosse Pointe Woods community.
Operational Details
Lola’s Taco Bar plans to make use of the existing rotisserie system previously used by Boston Market, ensuring that their rotisserie chicken dishes will be a signature offering. Founder Branden McRill envisions future expansion plans for the restaurant, aiming to launch multiple locations throughout the metro Detroit area while maintaining a focus on affordability and community integration.
The culinary team at Lola’s Taco Bar seeks to merge their fine dining expertise with the excitement of casually enjoying street tacos. Their aim is to prioritize quality, flavor, and community involvement in all aspects of the dining experience.
As the opening date approaches, anticipations grow for what Lola’s Taco Bar will bring to the culinary landscape of Grosse Pointe Woods. The combination of innovative menu offerings, experienced personnel, and a strong commitment to community support promises to make this new restaurant a welcomed addition to the region.
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- Eater: A Taco Bar with Michelin Starred Muscle Heads to Grosse Pointe Woods
- Detroit Free Press: Michelin Star Chef Opening Grosse Pointe Tacos
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- Google Search: Lola’s Taco Bar Grosse Pointe Woods
