Photo courtesy of María Greguol.
María Greguol at the bar of her restaurant, La Calle Tacos and Snacks.
La Calle Tacos & Snacks is located in the Trussville Promenade and serves classic Mexican dishes as well as drinks, burgers, loaded fries and other meals.
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your business.
A: I am an immigrant woman with Italian and Mexican roots (Italian father and Mexican mother) and a mother of four (ages 26, 17, 12, 8) with a very busy schedule, but I love the busy life. I run my business with the help of my kids (not so much of my husband, because he runs his own).
Q: When did you open, and what inspired you to start your business in Trussville?
A: We opened La Calle in June of 2018. I felt that we were missing an authentic Mexican food place. We have several Mexican restaurants, but they all sell the same Mexican American food. And I wanted something more authentic and fresh.
Q: What makes your business unique?
A: My little place is the only sit-in restaurant that offers true Mexican street food, drinks and snacks. It’s also the only one in this area that makes tortillas by hand.
Q: What is your favorite part of running a business in Trussville?
A: Meeting people! And being part of this community.
