Arzola's Tacos y Más Joined Wash Ave Food Hall
The fast-casual concept is bringing its menu to a new downtown St. Louis food hall destination.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Dining Out
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Arzola's Tacos y Más has officially joined the vendor lineup at the upcoming Wash Ave Food Hall in downtown St. Louis. The fast-casual concept, owned by Ron and Larisa Webb, will operate alongside several other food and beverage businesses at the 1122 Washington Ave location.
Why it matters
The owners aim to introduce their brand to a wider audience while utilizing the food hall model to gain creative freedom for menu experimentation. This expansion marks a strategic shift for the restaurant, allowing the team to operate in a shared space rather than constructing a new standalone building.
The Wash Ave Food Hall features six concepts with full kitchens, two specialty outlets, and two bars. Arzola's Tacos y Más will offer a menu featuring tacos, nachos, empanadas, and churros.
The players
Ron and Larisa Webb
They are the owners of Arzola's Tacos y Más and the flagship Arzola's Fajitas & Margaritas.
Adan Melendez
He serves as the head chef for the new Arzola's venture at the food hall.
The details
The new venture, led by head chef Adan Melendez, operates under five core values including gratitude and ownership. The space at 1122 Washington Ave offers communal amenities such as shared seating, a retractable roof, and a self-pour beverage system.
Timeline
Ron and Larisa Webb acquired the flagship Arzola's restaurant in November 2024.
Final vendor lineups and operational details are expected to be announced in October 2026.
The Wash Ave Food Hall is scheduled to open in the fall of 2026.
Culture Shift
The transition of brands like Arzola's into communal dining spaces reflects a broader shift toward flexible, low-overhead retail models in downtown corridors. This move mirrors national patterns where independent restaurateurs leverage shared spaces to build brand visibility in competitive urban markets.
Downtown residents and office workers will gain access to a new diverse dining destination featuring a centralized self-pour bar system. Patrons can expect a casual environment with shared seating and a retractable roof, perfect for year-round social gatherings.
The takeaway
The food hall model allows local chefs to test new recipes and menu items with significantly lower barrier to entry than traditional locations. Diners should look for the upcoming opening as a sign of continued growth for the downtown Washington Avenue dining corridor.
What happens next
Final vendor announcements and official opening details are expected by the end of October 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the local culinary scene at the Dining Out section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by St. Louis Magazine.
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