Who We Are
Established in 1990, La Probadita has been steeped in family and tradition from its very beginning. At the age of eight, Maria came to know the ins and outs of running a store as her family embarked on this new venture. Her father and brother would load up a truck with Mexican groceries and set off to cater to the migrant workers in the nearby farms. Back at the store, Maria and her mother would create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that still characterizes La Probadita today.
La Probadita is a women, Mexican, Hispanic, and Latina-owned establishment nestled in the heart of West Michigan, on Hart Lake, just a short drive from the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. Maria, and now her husband Ramon run the still owned small business determined to serve the best Mexican food and offer an array of services and products from our Mexican specialty store and the best cuts of meats at our butcher shop.
What we offer
La Probadita translates to “Little taste” but we offer much more. Our taqueria boasts the title of offering a variety of options from our lunch to go menu, which includes the best al pastor gorditas, flavorful barbacoa tacos, filling carne asada botana and tasty chicken quesadillas . We're also a local favorite known for our tortas Mexicanas and sizable burritos.
But we're more than just a taqueria. If you're wondering where to buy carne asada meat or searching for a traditional carniceria(meat counter), our Mexican butcher shop offers a range of prepared Mexican meats, including carne al pastor, home-made chorizo , and chicken and beef fajitas.
Beyond our food offerings, our Mexican grocery store is stocked with an assortment of authentic Mexican goods that’ll transport you straight to home. From pantry staples to unique finds, our Mexican food store is a treasure trove of culinary delights.
As a local business, we also offer convenient services like wire transfers across the globe, bill payments and cell phone recharges for both domestic and international plans, providing an essential service to our community.
Come and Visit
Situated close to landmarks such as our charming Hart Historic District, The Oceana County Fairgrounds, the Silver Lake & Hart Visitors Bureau, and the Colonial Golf Course, we're the perfect pitstop for a bite to eat during your explorations. And if you're planning a camping trip near Lake Michigan, make sure to stop by our store for all your grocery needs.
Visit La Probadita today, the heart of Mexican cuisine and culture in West Michigan. We look forward to serving you soon!