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Mitla Cafe
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Downtown San Bernardino

Mitla Cafe

Open since 1937 — credited by Taco Bell founder Glen Bell as his inspiration. A piece of California food history serving classic Mexican-American.

Editorially verified
Mexican
Mexican-American
Iconic
Tacos
Local Classic
Family
Hidden Gem

Why it stands out

Mitla is California food history — the hard-shell taco was reportedly perfected here, inspiring Glen Bell to launch Taco Bell. Still family-run, still excellent.

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🎭 Atmosphere

Historic mid-century diner

✅ Good For

Family Meal
Historic Experience

🍽️ Don't Miss

  • • Hard-Shell Tacos
  • • Enchiladas
  • • Chile Verde
  • • Combo Plates
Serving the IE since 1937
Featured in: LA Taco · Press-Enterprise · Smithsonian

Restaurant Details

602 N Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino
Full Service
$ — Under $15

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