Handmade tortillas, slow-braised meats, and recipes passed down through generations — all served with the warmth of family in every plate.
Every dish starts with fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. No shortcuts — just real flavor.
Hand-pressed tortillas filled with melted Oaxaca cheese, served with guacamole, sour cream, and salsa verde.
Hand-mashed avocados with lime, cilantro, and jalapeño. Made to order with crispy house tortilla chips.
Corn tortillas rolled with shredded chicken, smothered in tangy tomatillo sauce, topped with queso fresco and crema.
Crispy tortilla chips piled high with beans, cheese, jalapeños, pico de gallo, and your choice of chicken or beef.
Slow-braised chicken in our house-made mole poblano — a rich, complex sauce with chocolate and chilies. Served with rice and beans.
Fresh fish cured in lime juice with cucumber, tomato, onion, and cilantro. Served with crispy tostadas.
Traditional corn husk tamales filled with pork or chicken, steamed to perfection. Available on weekends with red or green sauce.
Hearty hominy soup with tender pork in a rich chili broth. Topped with radish, cabbage, oregano, and lime.
Marinated pork roasted on a vertical spit, served on corn tortillas with pineapple, onion, and cilantro. Three tacos.
Slow-braised beef in adobo sauce, folded into tortillas with cheese and grilled until crispy. Served with consommé for dipping.
Flour tortilla stuffed with your choice of protein, rice, beans, cheese, salsa, and guacamole. A hearty meal.
Grilled shrimp with chipotle mayo, pickled onion, and avocado crema on soft corn tortillas. Three tacos.
Crispy fried dough dusted with cinnamon sugar, served with warm chocolate dipping sauce. Four pieces.
Silky smooth custard with rich caramel sauce. Made the traditional way — creamy, elegant, and unforgettable.
Light sponge cake soaked in three milks, topped with whipped cream and a cherry. Pure comfort in every bite.
🌶️ Spice levels vary — let us know your preference. All items can be made vegetarian upon request.
La Fuente started with a simple belief: that the best meals are the ones made with care and shared with people you love. Our kitchen follows recipes that have been in our family for generations — each dish crafted the way it always has been, with fresh ingredients and real flavor.
Located in the heart of Ypsilanti, we've become a neighborhood gathering place where families celebrate, friends reconnect, and every guest feels like part of the family. From our hand-pressed tortillas to our slow-simmered moles, everything here is made from scratch — because shortcuts never tasted this good.
Ingredients sourced local, prep done every morning
Recipes passed down, traditions kept alive
Proud to serve the Ypsilanti community
Step inside and feel the warmth. From the aroma of fresh tortillas to the smile at the counter, every detail is designed to make you feel at home.
Our dining room is designed to feel like a family kitchen — comfortable, bright, and full of life. Whether it's a quick lunch or a Sunday dinner, you'll want to stay a while.
Watch our chefs at work — hand-pressing tortillas, stirring big pots of mole, and grilling to order. There's nothing hidden here. Just honest food made with skill and pride.
Birthdays, anniversaries, Sunday dinners — La Fuente is the place Ypsilanti comes to celebrate. We'll set the table, bring the mimosas, and make sure everyone leaves smiling.
1930 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Mon–Thu: 11am – 9pm
Fri–Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sunday: 12pm – 8pm
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