People Are Going Wild Over The Salted Turtle Nacho Sundaes From This Ohio Mexican Restaurant

The Funky Truckeria in Ohio offers unique Mexican cuisine, including a standout Salted Turtle Nacho Sundae.

Are you the type who lives for Taco Tuesday? Who's all too happy to eat tacos the other six days of the week, too? Same. And while a salty margarita is obviously a delicious accompaniment to your taco fiesta, what if you could finish your meal with a salted turtle nacho sundae? Sounds amazing, right? Well, this delicious dessert has created quite a stir at The Funky Truckeria, a Mexican restaurant in Ohio that's taken on cult status for this unique creation. Read ahead to learn about the spot with some of the best Mexican food in Ohio and pack your bags, because it's worth the trip.

Mmm... nachos. They're like mini tacos, piled high with everything you know and love...

...including ice cream and caramel? Yes! But let's back up for a minute.

Don't worry, we WILL circle back to this important information.

The Funky Truckeria is a Mexican restaurant in Ohio that specializes in all things tacos, and that includes this dish's oft-forgotten sibling, the nacho.

Which to be honest is basically an extra crunchy taco made for a crowd.

Opened by two award-winning chefs, this taqueria is unlike any other Mexican restaurant in the state, bringing California flair and global flavors to the small town of Norton, Ohio.

It's an incredible spot for dinner with friends or to impress a date. If you're looking for the "best Mexican food near me," you've just hit paydirt.

With an emphasis on authentic flavors and fresh, locally sourced ingredients, this artisanal taqueria is in a league all of its own, creating some of the best and most unique Mexican cuisine in Ohio.

And it's not just about having an innovative menu on paper, the quality of the food lives up to the hype too. This is one of the best Mexican food places in Ohio.

Everything from the tacos and quesadillas to the burritos and appetizers is absolutely delicious, but the nachos at The Funky Truckeria are especially crave-worthy, loaded with delicious toppings like queso, guacamole, fresh salsas, and more.

Note: The Funky Truckeria puts the chips on the side for every order, so if you want your tacos to come fully loaded and ready to dig into, just ask! This can be super helpful for people with allergies or those who like a certain guac-to-queso ratio.

And by "more" we mean MORE! This is the Salted Turtle Nacho Sundae, a fantastic fusion of hot cinnamon sugar flour tortilla chips, creamy vanilla ice cream, caramel and chocolate sauces, whipped cream, pecans, cherries, and a sprinkle of salt!

It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory; you'll find yourself craving it all the time after those first bites.

It's not just this unique dessert that sets The Funky Truckeria apart -- menu items like the "Funky Chorizo Balls" take Mexican fare to the next level. A mixture of risotto, chorizo, and cheese, rolled and fried, then topped with creamy poblano sauce, cilantro, and queso fresco... this is a party in a bite.

Hungry yet? We sure are!

So the next time you're craving all.the.Mexican.food and want the best of the best, head to this delightful little restaurant in small-town Ohio. Complete with a pile of dessert nachos, of course.

You'll be hard-pressed to find such good quality food and such an interesting menu elsewhere in the state.

Have you visited The Funky Truckeria in Norton, Ohio? What a delicious dining spot in Ohio. If so, let us know in the comments below. We love to hear your firsthand accounts of these unique experiences.

Craving tacos now? We get it! Here's another amazing Ohio Mexican restaurant that specializes in tacos.

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