Diego’s Taco Restaurant and Bar: A Beloved Uptown Kingston Spot Shuts Down Due to Pandemic Challenges but Plans to Keep its Flavors Alive Through Mobile Operations

Diego’s, a local favorite taco restaurant and bar in Uptown Kingston, has recently closed its doors after ten years of operation. The establishment’s owner, Isaac Cruz, took to Instagram to announce the closure citing the challenges posed by pandemic-era lockdowns and rising costs as the reasons behind the decision.

Diego’s had been a beloved staple in the community, serving up delicious tacos and drinks to its loyal customers. However, with the onset of the pandemic, the business was forced to adapt to new restrictions and limitations on indoor dining. Despite their best efforts to recover from these challenges, Cruz made it clear that increasing costs and overhead expenses ultimately led them to make the difficult decision to shut down permanently.

While Diego’s may be gone for now, Cruz is determined to keep its spirit alive by transitioning into a food truck or trailer operation. He encourages fans of Diego’s to follow them on Instagram for updates on future events where they will be vending. In particular, he mentioned appearances at venues like Opus 40 as an opportunity for customers to experience Diego’s flavors once again.

As part of this new chapter in their story, Cruz has also made a plea for support from their community. He emphasizes that sustaining Diego’s as a mobile food vending operation will take considerable effort and resources. With this in mind, he is calling out for support from locals who want to see Diego’s legacy live on through his continued success as a mobile business venture.