Category: French Quarter

Felipe's Carnitas Nachos 

Friday is National Nacho Day!

Have you ever wondered where Nachos came from? In honor of National Nachos Day on November 6, we present here the story behind this tasty...

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Day of the Dead/Dia de Los Muertos

Day of the Dead/Dia de Los Muertos

Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is coming up on Sunday and Monday (November 1st and 2nd). While this holiday has traditionally been...

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Mexican Margaritas at Felipe's

Glass Production in Mexico

From our menu of Mexican specialties to our colorful décor, we go to great lengths to try to keep everything at Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria authentic....

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National Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at Felipe’s

September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month, something that President Johnson started in 1968 to recognize contributions that Hispanics have made to...

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Mexican flag

The Real Cinco de Mayo

Happy Mexican Independence Day! No, it’s not Cinco de Mayo. It’s September 16, and the anniversary of the day when Hidalgo gave his famous speech...

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Key lime margaritas

Key Limes Make the Best Margaritas

Ever wonder what the deal is with the key limes at Felipe’s? Better Tasting Limes We use key limes to make our margaritas because key...

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