From The San Francisco Standard · · 1m 10s
Taller Pepe Mexican Wine Bar Opens in Richmond
Two Snail Bar chefs launch Mexican wine bar in Richmond's Clement Street space.
In brief
Two Snail Bar chefs launch Mexican wine bar in Richmond's Clement Street space. Mexican American chefs Carlos Camacho and Steven Bravo will open Taller Pepe, a Mexican wine bar in Richmond's Clement Street, in spring 2027. Originally reported by The San Francisco Standard.
Taller Pepe opens in Richmond
Two Snail Bar veterans Carlos Camacho and Steven Bravo will open Taller Pepe, a Mexican wine bar, in Richmond's Clement Street space next year.
Clement Street location
Taller Pepe takes over 2229 Clement St., currently home to Red Tavern, a 15-year-old Russian restaurant.
Mexican wine bar concept
The bar focuses on accessible California food with Mexican flair, like mole dashi and quesadillas with Queens kimchi.
Wine selections
Camacho brings global wine selections from Rhones-Alpes Romain des Grottes to Oakland’s Offshore Wines.
Background on chefs
Gomez moved to the Bay Area in 2021 after working at Hock + Hoof in Los Angeles.
Opening timeline
Taller Pepe will open in spring 2027 after closing on Oct. 27, 2026, and renovating the space.
In short
Mexican American chefs Carlos Camacho and Steven Bravo will open Taller Pepe, a Mexican wine bar in Richmond's Clement Street, in spring 2027.
