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Comedian George Lopez creates virtual taco joint

Actor, comedian and restaurateur George Lopez has created a virtual restaurant brand — George Lopez Tacos — to deliver his "badass street tacos" to cities nationwide by June 8 Provided

May 5, 2021

Actor and comedian George Lopez has created a virtual restaurant brand — George Lopez Tacos — to deliver his "badass street tacos" to cities nationwide by June 8. Lopez, a passionate foodie, partnered with Nextbite, a virtual restaurant company, to create the delivery-only concept, according to a company press release.

"My street tacos are all about helping you rompe your routines and dinner expectations with a badass street taco experience that tastes damn delicious," Lopez said in the release. "With Nextbite's delivery-only concept, we are helping restaurants thrive by adding a delicious delivery-only menu item that allows them to get a little bit of George in the kitchen and bring more revenue into their operation."

The menu includes Lopez's personal recipes, featuring slow-cooked meats, flavorful toppings and salsa sauces.

"As someone who is passionate about food, George is the perfect partner for us because he brings his love of food and restaurants to this exciting new Nextbite offering," Alex Canter, CEO of Nextbite, said in the release.

George Lopez Tacos, which is first launching within Nextbite restaurants in Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, San Diego, San Francisco and Seattle, is looking to add other locations throughout the country.

In addition to the George Lopez Tacos, Nextbite's brand portfolio includes HotBox by Wiz by Wiz Khalifa as well as 12 other menus.