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Brooke Cooper GM of the Worcester Red Sox photographed for the Worcester Business Journal in the team’s clubhouse. This photo was awarded 2nd place for personality photo by the NENPA.

Elmer Melendez's journey from arriving in the U.S. 25 years ago with no resources to becoming the proud owner of multiple thriving restaurants is inspirational. He speaks of his success as hard work, resilience, and the power of community support...& of course the support & help of his fabulous wife Delmy.... love this article celebrating the American Dream in Fitchburg from the Worcester Business Journal 🌟

Elmer's dedication to his craft started with Dario's Ristorante and has brought us our fav spots like Dario's on Main Street, where the atmosphere is as warm as the food is delicious :D and the spicy (or not) Taco's Tequilas Mexican Cocina at 310 Main St. which celebrates its 4th anniversary July 1, 2025! You gotta save the date because they always get a mariachi band on the patio (& inside) :D
It is his commitment to excellence and 🌟consistency🌟 that has made Dario's & Tacos Tequilas favorites in Fitchburg....(and Bandelero's in Devens & Concord I'm told are fantastic as well!) As I shared with the Worcester Business Journal:

"With his consistency and the friendly atmosphere he provides, word-of-mouth about Dario’s spread quickly. He’s been awesome for Main Street."

Let's continue to support our local entrepreneurs like Elmer & Delmy that work so hard, and risk so much, to bring us the business ventures that make life flavorful and vibrant --- and celebrate the rich diversity and entrepreneurial spirit they bring to Fitchburg and beyond.

Read more about Elmer's inspiring story here:
Daring to dream: A quarter century after arriving in America, Elmer Melendez is cooking up a restaurant empire
https://www.wbjournal.com/article/daring-to-dream-a-quarter-century-after-arriving-in-america-elmer-melendez-is-cooking-up-a

Photo Credit: Matt Wright WBJ

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