On February 28, 2026, the much-anticipated Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar opened its doors in West Palm Beach’s vibrant Nora shopping and dining district. This marks the restaurant’s first venture outside the Boston area, where it has built a loyal following with two existing locations. Founded in 2015 by Mike Shaw, Loco aims to be the neighborhood taco shop that brings a fun and lively atmosphere to its patrons.
The menu is a delightful mix of classic taco shop offerings and seafood specialties, showcasing bold flavors and carefully layered ingredients. Guests can savor in-house made seasoned chips and guacamole, a variety of tacos served on house-made tortillas, and appetizers like Mexican street corn, burritos, and quesadillas. Notable taco options include crispy battered cod, braised short rib, and a distinctive birria taco made with Jalisco-style braised beef and Oaxaca cheese.
A Seafood Lover’s Paradise
Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar also shines with its seafood menu. Led by chef Pap Wongsakorn Amorncharoenchai, who has been with Loco for a decade, the raw bar features two to three types of oysters from the Northeast and local varieties, with a staggering estimate of 4,000 oysters served weekly. The restaurant offers special promotions, such as $1 oysters on Mondays and fried oyster tacos on select Tuesdays. Additionally, fresh hamachi is flown in weekly from Japan, sourced from a single fisherman to ensure quality.
The cocktail program is equally impressive, featuring signature margaritas alongside new creations for the West Palm Beach location. Highlights include the refreshing Two to Mango, made with Ghost Tequila, mezcal, fresh lime, mango, and habanero agave, and the indulgent Clear Lime Pie, which blends dark rum, amarula, key lime, graham cracker, and vanilla egg foam.
Designed for Comfort and Familiarity
To ensure a smooth opening, staff from the Boston locations were brought in, including some former employees who relocated to Florida. The West Palm Beach location boasts a beautifully landscaped main dining area and a spacious covered patio, connected by glass-paned doors. The patio’s roof can be opened for an open-air dining experience, while built-in heaters provide comfort during cooler weather.
Designed to evoke a sense of familiarity with its Boston counterparts, the West Palm Beach restaurant features murals by artist Sam Malpass, further enhancing its inviting ambiance. Shaw and his family will split their time between the two locations, ensuring that the quality and culture of Loco are consistently upheld.
With its commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and an exciting culinary experience, Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar is set to become a staple in the West Palm Beach dining scene. You can find them at 840 N. Railroad Ave., West Palm Beach, with operating hours from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday to Friday and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sundays. For more information, visit their website at locotacoshops.com/location/west-palm.
For a closer look at the opening and what to expect, check out the full article on Palm Beach Post and learn more about the restaurant’s exciting offerings at Resident.