JOHNS ISLAND — A new restaurant inspired by Mexican street food is now open on Johns Island, backed by a trusted name in the Charleston area.

La Taqueria, a new concept from El Molino Supermarket, which is known for its tacos, tortas and house-made tortillas, is now open at 2901 Maybank Highway. The space previously housed Colectivo, another Mexican restaurant that closed after one year.

El Molino, which debuted in West Ashley in 2020, is owned by Jaime Tinoco and Pamela Sierra, who both grew up in Mexico. The brand is known for its in-house tortilleria, making it just one of a few spots in the Charleston area selling house-made tortillas in bulk.

Tinoco and Sierra added a North Charleston outpost in 2023, featuring fresh meat and seafood counters; several aisles of pantry goods impor

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