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What We Love: There is so much delicious food to fill up on in Calle Willow from shrimp tacos at El Camaron De Sinaloa to giant Tortas at La Casita Chilanga. You won’t leave disappointed!

District Tips: Need to feed a crowd? You can pick up some really chunky tamales by the dozen along with some Pan Dulce at El Rico Pan Bakery. Plus, if you find yourself short on time, you can get your grocery shopping done and order tacos for a family dinner all inside Arteagas Food Center.

Kid Fun: After a morning enjoying events and reading at La Biblioteca Latinoamericana head over to Calle Willow. This is a fun district for the kids with bright colorful buildings and maybe a few too many colorful treats, or can we ever have too many? They will love the fruity flavors at La Original Paleteria Y Neveria and La Michoacana Plus feels like it was made with kids in mind.

Celebrating as a Couple: You will want to get out of your car and walk this quaint little district brimming with culture and full of color. Come hungry, stroll, and taste your way through the district.

Small Business Spotlights

Shop, Dine, and Play in Calle Willow

Where to Shop

Arteagas Food Center (204 Willow St.) This corner grocery store is a great place to shop for fresh produce and with freshly made tacos available in the store you can grab dinner while you do your shopping.

Joyeria del sol (322 Willow St.) They offer jewelry, perfumes, footwear and clothing. They also offer watch and jewelry repair. Ask them about their free watch battery repair (limit one per customer. Terms and conditions apply.)

La Bonita Flowers y Artesania (310 Willow St.) They offer floral arrangements for all occasions, including weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays, social events, celebrations, and more.

Mario’s Boots (302 Willow St.) Mario’s Boots is a family owned small business serving the community since 2004. They carry footwear and western wear brands such as Stetson, Caterpillar, Resistol, Los Altos and many more. Located at 302 Willow St., San José.

Navarros Jewelry (380 Willow St.) Established in 1987 these skilled jewelers specialize in custom jewelry designs and repairs. You can have your jewelry repaired in a matter of minutes. You can also bring old jewelry or gold and design your own jewelry pieces.

Where to Dine

El Camaron De Sinaloa (245 Willow St.)The owners focus on bringing you a taste of Sinaloa’s culture. And if you are looking to satisfy a crowd they do catering and have an event patio that seats up to 50 people.

El Rico Pan Bakery (231 Willow St) They serve delicious pan dulce and tamales by the dozen.

Metro Balderas Taqueria (300 Willow St.) Serving CDMX Style tacos since 1999 along with tacos al pastor, carne asada, quesadillas and more.

Tacos Los 3 Hermanos (199 Willow St.) This taco truck serves burritos, tacos, Mexican hotdogs wrapped in bacon and tortas. Plus, they have covered outdoor seating.

5 Spot Chivas Grill (869 S. 1st St) They serve fresh birria tacos, hand-made sopas and breakfast burritos. If you need a warm up on a cold day, try their chicken soup.

La Casita Chilanga / La Sonorense Bakery (163 Willow St) This two-in-one shop that locals rave about serves authentic CDMX style huaraches, tacos, gorditas, and quesadillas on one side and on the other has an amazing selection of pan dulce.

La Michoacana Paleteria (201 Willow St.) Looking for a place that will satisfy everyone’s dessert cravings? They have a huge selection of fruit, ice cream, agua de fruta and mangonadas.

La Original Paleteria Y Neveria (273 Willow St.) They have a wide selection of fresh fruit pops, mangonada loaded with fresh juicy mangoes, and ice cream.

Rosario’s Tacos (889 S. Almaden Ave.) Marinated beef, chicken and pork tacos, and more. The company owner, Joe, founded Rosario’s to honor the legacy of his mother. Eat in or order catering.

Trine’s Cafe (995 S. 1st St) They have something for every appetite for combo plates with rice and beans to light lunches. They also serve breakfast.

Entertainment and Fun

Services

La Biblioteca Latinoamericana (921 South First St) This wonderful branch of the library is not only filled with books but also offers classes and events for both children and adults.

Magic Sewing by Clarita (324 Willow St.) Get alterations done on nearly any garment!

180° NUTRITION ( 278 Willow St.)

Unlimited Barber Shop Beauty Salon (356 Willow St.) Hair cutting services for adults and children, cuts for women and girls, facial wax, or razor extensions at a good price.

The Vine, Classic Barbershop (243 Willow St.) Classic barbershop service for Adults and children.