Taqueria Yarelis to Open New Location Near River Park

The 'home of the anaconda burrito' is expanding to serve more of Fresno.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 8:34pm

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Taqueria Yarelis, a popular Mexican restaurant known for its massive 'anaconda burrito' that feeds 4-6 people, is opening a new location near the River Park shopping center in Fresno, California. The restaurant started as a corner stand in 2009 and has since expanded to two existing locations in the city. With the new expansion, the owners say they are ready to serve more of the Fresno community.

Why it matters

The opening of a new Taqueria Yarelis location near River Park will provide more dining options for residents and visitors in that part of Fresno. As a local favorite, the restaurant's expansion signals continued growth and popularity of its unique Mexican cuisine, including the signature 'anaconda burrito' that has helped make it a destination for food lovers.

The details

Taqueria Yarelis is known for offering a variety of Mexican dishes including burritos, tacos, and tortas. Its most famous menu item is the 'anaconda burrito' which is large enough to feed 4-6 people. The new location will be situated in the Centrum Shopping Center on Blackstone Avenue and Nees Avenue, near the River Park shopping complex.

  • Taqueria Yarelis started as a corner stand in 2009.
  • The restaurant currently has two locations in Fresno.

The players

Taqueria Yarelis

A Mexican restaurant that offers burritos, tacos, tortas and the famous 'anaconda burrito' that feeds 4-6 people.

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What’s next

The opening date for the new Taqueria Yarelis location near River Park has not yet been announced.

The takeaway

Taqueria Yarelis' expansion to a new location near River Park demonstrates the continued popularity and growth of this local Fresno restaurant, which has built a reputation for its unique and oversized Mexican dishes like the 'anaconda burrito'.