Mexicantown is a neighborhood in Southwest Detroit, located one block north of the Ambassador Bridge. Outsiders flock there for Mexican cuisine at popular restaurants such as Mexican Village, Evie's Tamales, El Zocalo and Xochimilco. Its smaller, family-run taquerias, ethnic grocery stores, tortilla factories and bakeries are also worth a visit, too. Many have more authentic Mexican offerings. Bakeries and shops are located on Bagley, both on the east and west sides of the Interstate 75 service drive, and along Vernor.
Mexicantown has had a thriving economy in recent years, as evidenced by new housing, increased business openings and the forthcoming Mexicantown International Welcome Center and Mercado.
For more information about Mexicantown visit the Model D:
- Visiting Guide
- Investing Guide
- Moving Guide
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