Dallas-based Velvet Taco coming soon to North Hills

Expect out-of-this world fusion tacos, red velvet cake, and boozy beverages at Velvet Taco when it opens in the Park District of North Hills later this year.

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Our mouths are already watering over Velvet Taco’s eccentric menu.

Photo provided by Kane Realty

Korean fried rice. Nashville hot tofu. Fish and chips. All of these are coming to Raleigh in a tortilla thanks to Velvet Taco. The Dallas-based fusion taco restaurant will open in North Hills’ Park District in the former World of Beer later this year.

Velvet Taco also makes for a prime late-night spot in North Hills — the taco shop’s two Charlotte eateries are open as late as 2 a.m. on the weekends and serves libations like ranch water and the Kick Ass margarita. Hot tip: Don’t leave without a slice of red velvet cake.

Velvet Taco joins a burgeoning taco scene in Raleigh — in addition to national brands like Torchy’s and Taco Bamba coming to the 919, homegrown taco spots like Campo Taco Co. and La Taqueria by Katsuji Tanabe in RTP are also on the rise.

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