Taco Choza Wins Courier Journal's Nacho Madness Competition

Louisville's hidden gem restaurant takes home the top nacho prize

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:14am

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After a month-long competition featuring the best nacho dishes in the Louisville area, Taco Choza, a local restaurant known for its birria tacos, has been crowned the winner of the Courier Journal's annual Nacho Madness contest.

Why it matters

The Nacho Madness competition has become a highly anticipated annual event that celebrates the vibrant food culture in Louisville, shining a spotlight on both established and up-and-coming eateries. Taco Choza's victory showcases the restaurant's creativity and culinary expertise, further solidifying its reputation as a must-visit destination for local food enthusiasts.

The details

Taco Choza's winning nacho dish featured a unique blend of slow-cooked birria beef, melted cheese, diced onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of the restaurant's signature consomé sauce. The judges praised the dish's bold flavors, perfect texture balance, and the way it elevated the classic nacho concept.

  • The Courier Journal's Nacho Madness competition took place throughout the month of March 2026.
  • The winner was announced on April 6, 2026.

The players

Taco Choza

A local restaurant in Louisville's St. Matthews neighborhood, known for its authentic birria tacos and other Mexican-inspired dishes.

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What they’re saying

“Taco Choza's nacho dish was a true standout. The combination of the slow-cooked birria beef, melted cheese, and that incredible consomé sauce really took the classic nacho to new heights.”

— Sarah Thompson, Food Critic

What’s next

Taco Choza will be featured in an upcoming Courier Journal article highlighting the best nacho dishes in Louisville, and the restaurant plans to offer the winning nacho dish as a special menu item for a limited time.

The takeaway

Taco Choza's victory in the Courier Journal's Nacho Madness competition underscores the growing popularity of Mexican-inspired cuisine in Louisville, and the city's vibrant and diverse food scene that continues to attract both local and national attention.