The Highland Park-born taqueria founded by Chef Victor Villa and recently featured in this year’s big game half time show will make its Las Vegas debut at the local’s resort.
Las Vegas, NV (April 6, 2026) — Durango Casino & Resort is pleased to announce that Villa’s Tacos will open at Eat Your Heart Out this summer. Marking its first location outside of Los Angeles, the famed taqueria, founded by Chef Victor Villa, will bring its beloved tacos Estilo Los Angeles identity to the southwest Las Vegas resort. Devoted fans line up daily to enjoy the restaurant’s signature homemade blue corn tortillas, crispy Monterrey Jack cheese skirt, and meat, guacamole, crema, cotija, onion, and cilantro. Recognized as a Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand destination and the only restaurant featured during Bad Bunny’s Big Game half-time performance, Villas Tacos is a destination known for its authentic cuisine and humble Los Angeles roots.
“As Durango continues to grow its culinary lineup, we’re proud to welcome sought-after concepts like Villa’s Tacos to the property,” said David Horn, Vice President and General Manager of Durango Casino & Resort. “Their distinctive flavors, quality ingredients and strong connection to their community make them a natural fit for the property and a compelling new offering for our guests.”
From the front yard of his grandmother’s home to the streets of Highland Park, and now expanding to the Vegas valley, Villa has carried his authentic flavors through every chapter. Rooted in tradition, quality and community, Villa’s Tacos has quickly become a staple in Southern California, and will soon be a must-visit at its new home inside Durango.
“From the beginning, Villa’s Tacos has been rooted in family and tradition, with a deep respect for the ingredients and flavors that define our food,” said Victor Villa, Owner of Villa’s Tacos. “We’re proud to bring that same approach to Durango and share what makes Villa’s Tacos special with a new community.”
Get ready to enjoy the restaurant’s signature homemade blue corn tortillas, crispy Monterrey Jack cheese skirt, and meat, guacamole, crema, cotija, onion, and cilantro.
Guests can look forward to Villa’s Tacos’ signature bases including tacos, queso tacos, and mulitas filled with the guests choice of chicken thighs, skirt steak, chorizo, grilled soyrizo, frijoles con nopal or papas a la plancha all topped with a refreshing trio of radishes and lime wedges. Guests can also expect Villas signature fried baja fish taco, along with a new-to-the-menu wood-fired tacos al pastor offering prepared on a wood-burning grill.
Rendering of Villa’s Tacos inside Eat Your Heart Out at Durango Casino & Resort. Opening Summer 2026.
This announcement follows Durango Casino & Resort’s recent Phase III expansion reveal, which will introduce new dining, entertainment and gaming offerings as part of the property’s continued expansion.
Villa’s Tacos will be located in the space formerly occupied by Fiorella. For more information, please visit www.durangoresort.com or follow along on social media at @DurangoResort.