The Modern Tortilla Difference: What Makes Our Food Special

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When you live in the Southwest, it becomes relatively easy to differentiate between good Mexican food and the wannabes that are really just out there to take your money. And if you live here long enough, you also learn that the most authentic meals may not be found at restaurants with white tablecloths and high prices; they may just be found in the food trucks that run the streets of the Valley of the Sun. Modern Tortilla is one such food truck, serving authentic Mexican meals since 2016, and if you haven’t had the opportunity to sample our fare, perhaps this guide to the Modern Tortilla difference will entice you to hit the streets and follow our food trucks.

The Belief That Good Food Comes from Nature

In a world where genetically modified foods are becoming the norm, Modern Tortilla takes the extra steps to ensure that our meals come straight from nature. We use locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, including farm to table produce, ensuring a taste that is fresh, healthy, and oh so delicious. Our tortillas are made from scratch, our salsa does not come from a jar, and even though it may be cheaper to use meats that have been pre-frozen, every meat we use is fresh and locally sourced, never frozen or transported from towns far away. Mexican food is not considered health food—there’s too much cheese for it to be considered that—but when served from the window of our Modern Tortilla food trucks, it will be healthier than many other Mexican restaurants.

The Passion We Share

Chef Tommy is known for his passion for feeding hungry people, and that passion shows in the care he takes with all his recipes. Every chile tortilla, chicken tinga taco, even the crème filled churros found on his menu will make you fall in love at first bite, tasting his passion for good food in every forkful you take. And that passion is contagious, infecting the staff of his food trucks, something that will be apparent at every visit you make. Smiling, happy, and always willing to suggest a favorite taco or burrito, our staff finds coming to work every day an adventure that doesn’t feel like work; rather, it feels like they are hanging out with friends just met. Our good cheer is also contagious, infusing our foods with love, and when you choose our tacos, burritos, or quesadillas as your midday meal or sunset supper, you too will share in the joy we embed in every meal we make.

Our Story

Our story is probably not that much different than many other restaurant stories out there, especially with the renaissance of food trucks making starting a new business that much easier than it has ever been before. Two friends, one of which happens to be Chef Tommy, winner of the 2018 episode of Chopped, an episode named Tacos and Tequila, sharing a lifelong obsession with food and feeding hungry people came together, creating Modern Tortilla to accompany their first venture, Aioli Gourmet Burger. The success of our food trucks brings us joy, just as we hope that the food we serve brings you joy, and as you take a mental health day from work, bring the kids’ baseball team to our trucks after the big game, and stop by before heading home on a hectic Wednesday afternoon, we hope that you continue to enjoy every bite you take.

All the Ways You Can Taste the Difference

Although we love that you follow our food trucks, considering that the greatest of honors, there are still other ways you can enjoy the flavors of the southwest. Hire us to cater your special events—and yes, a gathering with friends and family can be considered a special event. Our food trucks can come to your home, hanging out in the cul de sac, impressing all the neighbors, or keep it simple and let us drop off our life-changing tacos and leave you to enjoy an evening of friends, food, and family. For every employer that is seeking a unique way to show their appreciation of their employees, we offer corporate lunch delivery, bringing the taste of Mexico to your front door.

The Proof Is in the Taste

There are hundreds of ways we can say it, thousands of words we can use to describe it, but the best way to discover the Modern Tortilla difference is to get in your car and turn it in the direction of our food trucks. Covering the streets of Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, and Scottsdale, our trucks are never far from your home, school, or office, and when you choose Modern Tortilla to fill your stomachs, you will soon discover we feed your souls as well. Stop by today and taste the difference!

Support Local Arizona Businesses Such As Modern Tortilla Over Big Chains

Doing your part to help the economy can be the most delicious decision you have ever made and can also be the simplest. Simply by supporting local Arizona businesses, especially Modern Tortilla, you are putting into motion a long-term plan that can help your city, town, even your neighborhood move forward happily and successfully while enjoying the taste of our delicious tacos, burritos, and quesadillas! Adding a little spice to the economy is never a bad thing, but because you know that your dollars are going back into the community, you can pat yourself on the back and enjoy another taco!

Simply the Smart Thing to do!

It is true. Simply by shopping, dining, and utilizing any business, you are doing your best to help the economy move forward, but when you buy from big chains, most of the money goes straight into their deep pockets, wherever they may be located. The money you spend at local businesses goes right back into the neighborhoods and communities that surround your home sweet home. Your neighbor’s teenage son can get his first job, and with the money he makes, he can take his sweetheart out on the town, buy mom her Mother’s Day present without the help of dad, even stock some away for his ASU tuition needs. And when he takes his hard-earned dollars and puts them towards a meal at Modern Tortilla, they go a lot further due to our reasonable prices, and the jumpstart for the local economy spreads even further! Shopping local is also what we do, purchasing sweet and fresh produce from area farms, buying the meal prep necessities at local stores, and of course, hiring locals to help prepare and serve your favorite Mexican foods! Devouring our chicken tinga tacos will bring a smile to your face and help the economy rebound. Who knew that eating tasty food could be such a good thing?

Follow Our Food Trucks Today!

It wasn’t that many months ago when the whole world was turned upside down, but by supporting local Arizona businesses, (including ours) we are all working together to set things upright again. Follow our food trucks today and do your part with a happy smile and a full stomach!

Modern Tortilla: Stand Out Southwest Flavors

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The desert climate of the Phoenix area produces year-round sunny and warm weather to get visitors and locals alike out and about. While you’re out enjoying the fabulous activities and attractions of the area, you’re bound to hear your stomach grumble. Enjoy delicious Southwest-style foods made with fresh, local ingredients at Modern Tortilla.

Menu

Whether you’re in one of the brick-and-mortar stores or you’re standing outside one of our food trucks, expect delicious Southwest flavors. Choose from any of three taco plates including, chicken, carne asada, or veggie. The southwest steak burrito includes a made-from-scratch chili flour tortilla, carne asada, sweet corn, cilantro, and Monterey and cheddar cheeses. The chicken fajita quesadilla features a spinach tortilla, chicken tinga, grilled peppers, onions, and cheddar cheese. All selections are served with chips and salsa. Wash it down with canned sodas, bottled water, or house-made jar lemonade.

Store Locations

You may be a local resident shopping on your regular grocery run, a visitor stocking up on snacks and food to have at your vacation rental property. No matter who you are or where you’re from, stop in at the Camelback Road or Litchfield Fry’s locations to sample some of the best Southwest street food in the area.

Phoenix Metro Area

If you’re planning a party or event in the Phoenix metro area and are looking for delicious Mexican food to add to the menu, you’ve found it. Fresh, local ingredients are combined with traditional Southwest flavors and brought directly to you. Whether it’s a corporate event like employee appreciation, a birthday party, or even a rehearsal dinner or baby shower, you can serve up fresh Southwest flavor. We have food trucks and taco carts serving Chandler, Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe. You can also order drop-off catering and full in-location catering where we come in and set everything up in your chosen location.

Northern Arizona

No matter how far from the southern border you are in Arizona, Mexican and Southwest flavors dominate menus. Our food trucks and taco carts are also available in Flagstaff, Payson, Sedona, and Strawberry.

Delicious Southwest Flavors

There is plenty of shopping, dining, and fun attractions in the Phoenix or Northern Arizona areas that will have you coming back time and again. After spending time in the heat and sun on adventures like golf, outdoor malls, and water parks, fill your stomach with delicious and satisfying Southwest foods. Whether you’re refueling to continue with your day’s adventures or picking up to take back to your accommodations for an evening meal, you’ll find something to satisfy your hunger and your taste buds.

A Stop at Modern Tortilla Will Make Even the Worst of Days Better!

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We’ve all had them. Those days start out with a stubbed toe and a missed alarm and only go downhill from there. Crashes on the I10 adding minutes to your commute on days when you really needed to be there early, phone calls from the school informing you your child is about to get an F in PE, or rolling brownouts when the temperatures reach stratospheric ranges, and the electric companies simply can’t keep up with the electrical overload. But before you head to the bathroom at work to cry in silent misery or before you lose your grip on your temper, take a few minutes to breathe in, breathe out, and order a taco from Modern Tortilla!

Delicious and Therapeutic!

It is impossible to be sad when you have your hands filled with Chicken Tinga Tacos and an ice-cold house-made lemonade, and if you don’t believe us, drop what you are doing right now and head out on the streets of Phoenix to find one of our Modern Tortilla food trucks! Offering tacos, quesadillas, and deliciously robust burritos, every bite is designed to soothe your anger, stop your tears, and turn around a day that has been going downhill since you first rolled out of bed! Made with locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, the goodness of a taco, burrito, or quesadilla will make it all right in the world! And because we listen to what our guests want most, we have even added a veggie taco to the menu! Made with sweet potatoes, caramelized onions, roasted corn, and roasted red peppers, this colorful treat is destined to bring a smile back to your face, even before you take your first bite!

Find Your Joy

Every soul yearns for something different and if your soul is a hungry sort, our Modern Tortilla menu will help you find your joy. We get it, not every day can be a good one, but our helpful, friendly, and personable staff will always have a cheerful word to say, a kind thought to offer, and a smile that will brighten your very bad day that is quickly turning the other way around! We can’t promise that your boss will give you a raise, that the phone call from the school will be for someone else’s kid, or that the rewind button on your remote control will work to help you “unstub” your toe, but we can tell you it will certainly feel like it has when you stop into Modern Tortilla on your very bad day! See you soon!

Modern Tortilla Menu Items You Need To Try Today!

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The joy of cooking always pales in comparison to the joy you find in devouring your favorite Modern Tortilla dishes but today we want to talk about some of our other menu items, you know, the ones you keep telling yourselves you should try? And every time you find yourself waiting in line outside one of our food trucks, you are determined to try something new, but find yourself drifting right back to the tried and true. We get it, life is too short to take a chance on a dish you may or may not like, but everything we serve at Modern Tortilla promises to be your favorite; you just have to give it a try! This guide to some of our Modern Tortilla menu items you may have overlooked will help make the decision on what to eat that much easier.

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Steak Burrito

As you can imagine, our tacos are much loved especially on Tuesdays, but our Modern Tortilla menu offers more than just tacos. The hungriest of diners will find their mouths salivating when they capture their first sight and scent of our delicious steak burritos! Made with juicy and flavorful carne asada tucked into a chile flour tortilla and then smothered with white onions, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, lima crema, and pickled jalapeño, every bite you take promises to bring an explosion of flavor in your mouth!

Chicken Fajita Quesadilla

We will be honest. When the idea of a quesadilla filled not just with cheese and chicken but with veggies was first brought up, we were a little unsure. But when it was mentioned that the veggies would be FAJITA veggies, well we became 100 percent on board with the idea. Sweet, flavorful, and colorful, the onions and peppers take the ordinary quesadilla to new levels of delicious. (not that any of our quesadillas could be considered ordinary!)

Crème Filled Churros

If you haven’t tried these sweet treats for yourself, we have to ask, why not? Modern Tortilla is doing what it does best once again, taking something we have always loved and making it better! In this case, you might have wondered “why mess with perfection?” We do agree that a churro is as close to perfect as it can be in its “natural state” but we have surpassed perfection with the addition of one simple ingredient. The crème filling that will be the topic of many happy dreams!

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Menu Spotlight: The Steak Quesadilla

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Born and raised right here in Arizona, most of our Modern Tortilla staff has grown up on the simple joys of tacos and quesadillas, while the rest of the world is more familiar with grilled cheese or peanut butter sandwiches. That just makes us sad. Once you’ve tasted the explosion of flavor that accompanies a quesadilla dipped in salsa with just the right amount of heat, your life is forever changed!And when you stop to think about the basic quesadilla, consisting of nothing more than cheese and a crispy grilled tortilla, it’s just about as perfect a meal that’s ever been created—until now! We like to think we have enhanced perfection with our Southwest Steak Quesadilla and we really think you should try one for your next lunch.

The Steak Quesadilla: Delicious with Every Bite

When you combine two near-perfect foods, the outcome is destined to be unforgettable,and that’s what we have done with our steak quesadilla! We start with a grilled chili flour tortilla;the spice of the chili is hot, but not so hot that our northern friends unaccustomed to heat can’t handle it. Next, we prepare the carne asada,seasoning it to perfection and grilling it just the way you love. At this point, the scent of meat attracts hungry guests in hordes, and the sight of salivating masses brings a smile to our chef’s face because he knows the best is yet to come! A handful of sweet corn and a sprinkle of cilantro is about to be layered on, but first, comes the cheese. Gooey, sticky, and so delicious, our blend of Monterey and cheddar cheeses is generously spread onto the savory tortilla, followed by the perfectly cooked carne, and topped with the previously mentioned sweet corn and cilantro. Folded in half and grilled to a perfect crispness on both sides, our savvy Modern Tortilla grill cook knows the exact moment to remove this tasty treat from the grill to be cut into easily handled triangles.

As it is plated (or boxed) and prepared for your consumption, be sure to stop just a second and enjoy the beauty of the colors of your Southwest Steak Quesadilla: the red of the chili tortilla, the gold and white of the cheese,the rich brown of the steak, and the sprinkle of green from cilantro. This dish is a work of art that will only improve with each bite. Ok, go ahead—it’s time to take your first bite of paradise. It’s not necessary to tell us what you think;the ecstasy in your eyes will be plain for all to see!

The Art of the Meal

Modern Tortilla finds the beauty in simple blends of ingredients. Locally sourced and served fresh and hot, your palate will thank you with every bite! Think about us when it’s time to cater your next event or when you’re just looking for the perfect taste of a steak quesadilla on a random Tuesday afternoon!

3 Favorites Customers Always Order – Modern Tortilla Food Truck

Modern Tortilla has been taking the Phoenix area by storm over the past few years by providing freshly made Southwestern cuisine from one of the city’s favorite restaurants in Phoenix. Building your own tacos or burritos with over 20 different fresh toppings is very popular, but there are some specific meals on the menu that people come back for time and time again. The customers have spoken, and the following three menu items are the favorites at Modern Tortilla.

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This appetizer is great to share but can also provide a quality meal. This awesome twist on a Mexican classic starts by grilling two half cobs of corn to perfection. After that, they are topped with fresh lime juice, mayo, cotija cheese, and smoked paprika. This is certainly one of the most unique and delicious items on the menu, so no trip to Modern Tortilla is complete without ordering this classic.

The Modern Mayan

The Modern Mayan comes with two of Modern Tortilla’s most popular tacos along with one side. The tacos start with corn tortillas that are made from scratch every single day. The next thing you will notice is the pork that has been slowly braised in achiote all day. Then comes the amazing mixture of flavors provided by roasted tomatoes, garlic, pineapple, fresh avocado, pickled red onion, and cotija cheese. All the ingredients are fresh and of the highest quality, making for an incredible and unique meal.

The Steak Burrito

This is a Modern Tortilla classic that features one of our chili flour tortillas, which is one of many unique starts to a meal. Like with the Modern Mayan tacos, the next most crucial ingredient is the meat—perfectly marinated carne asada. This incredible base is expanded upon with white onions, shredded cheddar cheese, cilantro, lime crema, lettuce on the side, and fresh jalapenos.

These are a few of the most popular items on the menu, but there are so many good options that there is really no telling which one will become your favorite. One thing is for certain: You will not regret getting anything on the menu. The food is totally mobile, so the food truck is the only place to get it. You can find it throughout Scottsdale, Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, and Chandler, so check out the schedule at https://www.moderntortilla.com/calendar/. Find us at a corner or an event near you and discover one of your new favorite restaurants in Phoenix!

4th of July Celebration? Get a Taco Truck for Parties Today!

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To spice up your 4th of July celebrations, order a taco truck for parties to cater for your party! Easy, fresh, and fun, our taco truck offers a variety of catering options from drop-off catering to a full-service made to order taco stand at your party. Choose the right catering service for your party’s needs and let us take care of the meal preparation, serving, and cleanup!

About Us

Modern Tortilla is a new but immediately popular taco truck located in Phoenix, Arizona. At Modern Tortilla, we use the very freshest ingredients to create innovative versions of traditional Southwestern favorites such as tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and more.

We offer multiple levels of catering service to guests anywhere in the Valley. Whether you want tacos dropped off before the start of your 4th of July party or a full-fledged catering service, we’re able to help you curate the perfect event. Because no two parties are the same, we understand that choice and flexibility are what will help you make your party great.

Our Food

Taking Phoenix by a storm, Modern Tortilla stands out from other taco stands in the Valley. We’re known for our amazingly fresh tortillas, which is where the delicious flavors of our food begin.

Made plain or infused with Southwestern flavors, our tortillas are made fresh daily. They have a perfect consistency and are the freshest base for tacos, burritos, and quesadillas found in the Valley. They really do make a world of a difference!

Inside these delicious, fluffy, and fresh tortillas, we pack flavorful punches of vegetables, meats, and cheeses that are sure to please the taste buds of even the pickiest skeptics at your 4th of July party.

Our meats are carefully prepared from the very best ingredients found in the Valley. We highly recommend trying our braised pork or 24-hour marinated skirt steak!

Choose a Catering Service

Because having choices helps you curate the party of your dreams, we offer a variety of different catering options.

For the simplest, most invisible service, allow us to make you a variety of dishes in bulk and drop them off at your party’s location. This option is perfect for those who want a super simple meal. We won’t tell if you take credit for the food!

For a step up, we also offer a build-your-own-taco stand. For this option, guests start with one of our freshly made tortillas and then choose from four different meats and over 20 different kinds of toppings. A real party pleaser, this option is great for parties with varied taste buds!

For the most fun dining experience, we recommend hiring our Modern Tortilla taco truck. For this option, we bring the taco truck to you and prepare each taco with love by hand for your guests. This option is wonderful for parties looking to add a unique and memorable dining experience. It’s also the freshest of the three options since we’ll make your food to order on-site!

Why Choose Modern Tortilla for a Taco Truck for Parties?

With so many great food options in the Valley, we understand that we have a lot of competition! At Modern Tortilla, we’re dedicated to providing incredible customer service and the very freshest Southwestern-inspired dishes to your 4th of July party.

With amazingly fresh food made by accomplished chefs, our tacos, burritos, and quesadillas are quickly becoming a staple in the Phoenix area.

We’d love to show you why we’re the best taco stand in Phoenix by catering your 4th of July party! To learn more about our catering services, check out the catering tab on our website. You can even book your event online there!

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Build Your Own Taco Cart for Parties – How It Works

Many of you have tried the interesting flavors and fresh ingredients that make Modern Tortilla the best food truck experience in Phoenix. But did you know that you do not have to seek out the truck in order to enjoy all of the incredible tastes here? This is because we offer a wide range of catering services that are perfect for events of all sizes, from massive weddings to small get-togethers in the backyard. There are many different ways to take advantage, but one of the most popular is the build your own taco cart.

The Perfect Catering Service for any Event

The most obvious benefit of a build your own taco bar is each and every guest of your party gets to create their own taco, so everyone is sure to be satisfied with their meal. But the quality of the food is the real incentive for these services. Each and every ingredient provided for your own taco masterpiece is sure to be fresh and delicious.

You will not find a more customizable meal. First, guests get to choose between a variety of tortillas, from a cilantro lime tortilla to the “OG” corn tortilla, each made fresh every day. These tortillas create an amazing base for the rest of the delicious ingredients guests have to choose from. The meat is the next logical step, and guests will be delighted by the options from 24-hour marinated skirt steak to slow braised pork and tinga chicken.

Then comes the real decision making with 21 fresh toppings to choose from. You will find classics like fresh avocado along with toppings you will not find every day like pickled mustard seeds. People have fun making their own concoctions and comparing recipes, but you can never go wrong in following one of the templates provided by Modern Tortilla’s incredible menu. One of the favorites featured here is the Modern Mayan complete with the braised pork, roasted tomato, garlic, pineapple, fresh avocado, pickled red onion, and cotija cheese. YUM!

Everything is pre-prepared and dropped off wherever the party is, providing convenience along with quick and easy serving. Together, these qualities make Modern Tortilla’s build your own taco carts the ideal method of feeding any number of people.

Modern Tortilla prides themselves on the extensive array of options that they provide and the consistent quality of each and every one of them. Now that the food is taken care of, you can get back to enjoying the party, and that is the true benefit of the great services that Modern Tortilla provides, especially the build your own taco cart.

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Have Your Wedding Catered by Modern Tortilla

Ask 10 people for their vision of the perfect wedding and you’ll get 10 different answers. Ask 10 people if they like tacos and you’ll get 10 yeses!

With the increasing popularity of unique, personalized wedding receptions over traditional rigamarole, why not give everyone what they want when the festivities kick into high gear on your special day? Thanks to Modern Tortilla’s food truck (aka the mobile taco creation station), we offer amazing wedding catering options so your wedding guests can enjoy the best tacos in Phoenix, at any venue.

Modern Tortilla Meets Modern Wedding

The brain child of Phoenix chef Tom D’Ambrosio (of Aioli Burger fame), Modern Tortilla offers the best Mexican food in the city, wherever you happen to be. Modern Tortilla’s wedding catering allows your guests to  With a focus on combining classic flavors with innovative twists and modern culinary techniques, Modern Tortilla’s food truck and its festive taco buffet is the ultimate way to cater your wedding day.

The Menu

Your guests, friends, family, and most importantly your in-laws will all be dazzled with the incredible flavors pumping out of the Modern Tortilla truck. Your guests can select from our popular taco combinations or make their own masterpiece, choosing between chicken tinga, pork pastor, grass-fed beef skirt steak marinated in spices, or fresh fish sautéed in lime. Build your own taco from the ground up, beginning with our homemade lime-infused and chipotle-spiced tortillas, then pile on the toppings like cheddar or cotija cheeses, salsa fresca, habanero salsa, pepitas, roasted corn, roasted peppers, jalapenos, fresh avocado, pickled onions, and much, much more.

Delicious Options

We make everything from scratch, and you will taste the difference. In addition to our delicious tacos we also have modern takes on traditional Mexican sides like southwestern eggrolls, elotes (roasted corn with cheese, crema, lime, and spices) and Spanish rice, plus decadent desserts like our crème-filled churros drizzled in caramel sauce, and refreshing drinks like a classic horchata (cinnamon-infused rice milk). Burritos, quesadillas, and vegetarian options round out our delicious menu, sure to please every wedding guest (and have them coming back for seconds).

Catering Motto

At Modern Tortilla we pride ourselves on delivering professional service and fresh, delicious food. We think of everything and handle all the logistics, so you don’t have to. Your biggest worry should be building your next taco, and that’s just how we like it. So leave the heavy lifting to us, and enjoy your special day!

Our taco truck is routinely spotted throughout the Phoenix area, but if you don’t want to chance it you can always check our calendar. To book Modern Tortilla’s wedding catering, please contact us today to coordinate your menu and ensure that your special occasion will feature the very best tacos in the city!
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