Taco Tuesday: How often do you crave taquitos and margaritas?

Critic Brad A. Johnson admits he might binge on crispy tacos and margaritas more than the average person. Today's agenda: Carmelita's in Laguna Beach.
Brad A. Johnson • Orange County Register • November 10, 2020
I can’t speak for everyone else, but sometimes (most days?) all I want for lunch is a fried taco and a margarita. If that’s what you’re looking for today, you’ll have success at Carmelita’s in Laguna Beach.  The shrimp taquitos are meant for...
The full article can be read on the Orange County Register website.

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