Chile Caliente, 3313 Platt Springs Road: Early June 2026 at Columbia Closings

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Chile Caliente, 3313 Platt Springs Road: Early June 2026 1 comment

Posted at 11:45 pm in closing

I was not aware of Chile Caliente, and so never ate there, but I do remember this suite as the final resting place of local Mexican chain Taco Cid. Judging by the door note, two locations of this brand remain in the area, so perhaps one day I will get a chance to try it.

(Hat tip to commenter Lavender)

Written by ted on June 18th, 2026

Tagged with 3313 Platt Springs Road, mexican, Platt Springs Road, restaurants, Springdale

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A different restaurant called El Charro is now in this space.

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28 Oct 26 at 9:46 pm

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