Lucky Taco Restaurant Expanding Into Vernon

VERNON, CT — The owners of the popular Tex-Mex Restaurant Lucky Taco are expanding into Vernon at a busy plaza off Route 30.

The cryptic but enthusiastic announcement was made late Friday afternoon on Facebook by owners Erin and David Emmons. It simply said "What's happening here ... coming very soon ... Lucky Taco Vernon ..."

The accompanying image clearly shows the former Nature's Grocer building at the plaza at 81 East St., also at the intersection of routes 30 and 31.

Vernon Economic Development Coordinator Shaun Gately said he has had many conversations with the Both David and Erin Emmons over the years while trying to find a suitable local landing spot for the restaurant.

He joked that Lucky Taco was always "the one that got away."

That is, until now. Gately said a timetable will be posted once local regulatory issues are settled.

Lucky Taco's Manchester restaurant is located at 829 main St., on the corner of Main Street and Purnell Place.

According to its profile, "Lucky Taco is a sweet Main Street spot serving unique and flavorful gourmet tacos. Chef David Emmons bends the idea of the traditional Tex-Mex taco into a fresh and delicious creation."

Lucky Taco also features a tap room.

See more on the menu on the Lucky Taco Facebook page.

The owners even had a light-hearted message to Vernon diners.

"What can you do to speed up the process? Order take out in Manchester and keep our staff busy while we get ready to open," they said.