Okinawa Taco Rice

Taco Rice is a B-grade gourmet dish that originated in Okinawa, born in 1984 at Parlor Senri in Kin Town. It's a simple dish with taco ingredients (taco meat, lettuce, tomato, and cheese) served on top of white rice, but the combination of spicy meat, fresh vegetables, and cheese is exquisite. At Kin Town, the birthplace, the original restaurant still operates today, and many people visit seeking a hearty plate. Today, it has become a standard menu item in cafeterias and convenience stores throughout Okinawa, a soul food beloved by local residents.