About Us

Who's YOUR papi??? I love it when you call me Papi Grande!

The name Papi Grande was born in Port Aransas, TX while Luis and Amber were carousing the beach on a golf cart on the beach. Our favorite song, “Big Poppa” by Notorious B.I.G., came on, and somehow “I love It when you call me Papi Grande” was born! Luis Lara brings his love for tacos and 30+ years of experience in the restaurant industry, and Amber Gunn brings her business and entrepreneurial expertise to create the perfect partnership for Tacos Papi Grande. We specialize in beef (chuck roast) and chicken (breast) birria, asada (steak), & al pastor (marinated pork with pineapple) tacos, quesadillas, nachos, ramen, and Texas toast grilled cheese! Come find us at our food truck location in New Braunfels, TX.

In November 2024, we became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. What that means is that all the employees still get paid handsomely (don't worry!), but we reinvest a portion of our sales back into the community to single parent families in need instead of paying the income taxes to the government. It's a win/win for all! Check out our social media at @tacospapigrande at Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or our calendar page on this site for weekly schedules as well. Tacos are life!!!