Tortaco is Danforth's newest spot for tacos, burritos and quesadillas.

Located directly across from Broadview Station, Tortaco first opened its doors in April of 2025 and has been doing steady business ever since.

The restaurant's name is a multilayered pun. Not only does it combine the names of two iconic Mexican dishes — "torta" and "taco", respectively — it also hints at a Canadian connection by evoking the city of Toronto.

This connection is reinforced by the restaurant's decor. In addition to the luchadores featured in the logo, a huge mural, which depicts a stylized version of the Toronto skyline, can be found on the north wall.Owner Cristhian Maldonado explains that these details were added to give the restaurant a more welcoming atmosphere.

Though her previous restaurant, Alebrijes Tacqueria, was by no means intimidating, its presentation was slightly different from what many diners were used to.

By combining Mexican iconography with Canadian cultural symbols, Cristhian hoped to create a space that people of all backgrounds could enjoy.

This philosophy extends to the menu as well. Cristhian tells us that many customers have come to the restaurant with certain expectations: specific sauces, specific garnishes and so on.

Head chef Martin elaborates on this, claiming that the staff tries to meet these expectations while still remaining true to their Mexican roots. Many dishes are prepared using traditional methods, while others are altered to suit Canadian tastes.

Consequently, Tortaco's offerings can be seen as a combination of Mexican and Canadian cuisine.

Horchata ($3) is a sweet, refreshing drink that tastes a little like cinnamon milk. Guac and Chips ($8.50) is a simple yet satisfying dish that combines crispy tortilla chips with chunky guacamole.

Tomatoes, onions and garlic are added to give the mixture a more intense flavour, but the smooth, buttery avocados are still the stars of the show.

Fish Tacos ($6) pair crispy fried fish with tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream and cilantro.Steak Tacos ($5) are made from arrachera, a cut of skirt steak that is tenderized, marinated, then grilled to perfection.Chicken Tacos ($4.50) are topped with cilantro and chipotle sauce, as well as a selection of fresh veggies.Birria Tacos ($5) are made with tender barbecued beef, topped with onions and cilantro. Though tasty enough on their own, their flavour can be enhanced with a bowl of Birria Broth ($3.50).If meat isn’t your thing, worry not: Tortaco's vegetarian tacos are just as tasty as their other options.The Fresh Cheese and Avocado Taco ($4.50) combines soft avocados with salty cheese and savoury black beans, while the Mushroom Taco ($4.50) makes use of sautéed mushrooms, chopped onions and fresh cilantro.Despite its size, the Mexican Burrito ($8) is a rather modest meal, made with beans, cheese and your choice of protein.By contrast, the Canadian Burrito ($11.50) is packed with meat and vegetables, as well as rice, beans, pico de gallo and cheese.Tortas ($10.50) are messy Mexican sandwiches, made with beans, cheese and meat. Ours was piled high with cochinita, a type of slow-cooked pulled pork from the Yucatan Peninsula.Chilaquiles ($9.50) are a traditional Mexican breakfast dish made with corn tortillas and green salsa. Beans and meat are added to give the dish some protein, while onions, sour cream and cheese give it a lighter, creamy texture.Make sure to save room for dessert. Though Tortaco specializes in flavourful entrees, they're no slouch when it comes to sweets.

Chocolate Cake ($5) is served in long, thin slices, garnished with a chocolate square and a generous amount of icing.

Tres Leches Cake ($7) is a thick slab of sponge cake, topped with fluffy white frosting and caramel sauce.Tortaco is located at 788 Broadview Avenue.