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For the first time, a taco stand wins a Michelin star. Some taco aficionados in Mexico City are unimpressed.

Unassuming taqueria in business since 1968 joins fine-dining spots in guides first Mexico edition.

Newly minted Michelin-starred chef Arturo Rivera Martínez stood over an insanely hot grill Wednesday at the first Mexican taco stand ever to get a coveted star from the French dining

It might just be the smallest restaurant to ever receive a highly coveted Michelin star, but the food leaves a big impression.

It might just be the smallest restaurant to ever receive a highly coveted Michelin star, but the food leaves a big impression.

Michelin-starred chef Arturo Rivera Martinez stands over an insanely hot grill at the first Mexican taco stand to get a coveted star. In this tiny, 10-foot by 10-foot business, the heat makes the meat, and there are only four things on the menu.

The secret to an award-winning taco? According to the stand's owner, it's all about simplicity.

Mexico City’s Tacos El Califa de León recently became the first Mexican taco stand to get a Michelin star – an award presented by the famous French restaurant guide.

El Califa de León is probably the smallest restaurant ever to get a Michelin star

Michelin-starred chef Arturo Rivera Martinez stands over an insanely hot grill at the first Mexican taco stand to get a coveted star