Dulce Vida Tacos & Tequila Closed Memorial Road Site
The restaurant at 3001 W. Memorial Road ceased operations on September 30, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Dulce Vida Tacos & Tequila has officially closed its location at 3001 W. Memorial Road in Oklahoma City. The establishment served its final meals on September 30, 2026.
Why it matters
The closure marks the end of a short tenure for the Memorial Road site, which only opened in January 2026 and underwent a change in ownership in February 2026.
The Memorial Road restaurant operated for nine months, while the remaining Northwest Expressway location has been open since April 2024. The closed site at 3001 W. Memorial Road is distinct from the 4825 Northwest Expressway address.
The players
Dulce Vida Tacos & Tequila
This is a restaurant brand in Oklahoma City that operated two separate locations in the area.
The details
The restaurant shared news of the shutdown via social media channels. Management at the Northwest Expressway location subsequently issued a clarification to emphasize that their restaurant is independently owned and continues to operate.
Timeline
The Northwest Expressway location opened in April 2024.
The Memorial Road location opened in January 2026.
Ownership of the Memorial Road site changed in February 2026.
The closure was announced on social media on September 29, 2026.
The final day of operation was September 30, 2026.
Market Landscape
The closure reflects the volatility of the local dining sector, where high turnover rates often affect new concepts within their first year of business. This departure helps clarify the brand identity for diners as the Northwest Expressway site maintains its independent operations.
Patrons who previously frequented the Memorial Road site must now travel to the Northwest Expressway location for service. Customers should note that the two locations operate independently, so loyalty or gift programs may not be transferable between sites.
The takeaway
Diners should verify the status of individual restaurant locations via social media before planning a visit, as independent ownership can lead to varied operational outcomes. Checking local business pages helps ensure you are visiting a site that remains open for service.
Further reading
For more updates on local dining developments, visit the Openings & Closings section.
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