H.R. No. 71 is a resolution recognizing Birrieria y Taqueria Cortez in Fort Worth for receiving a 2024 Michelin Recommended designation from the Michelin Guide. This honor highlights the restaurant's commitment to high-quality cuisine and exceptional dining experiences, distinguishing it among a diverse array of establishments that meet the Michelin Guide's stringent quality standards. Owned by Rogelio Cortez Sr., Patricia Cortez, and Rogelio Cortez Jr., the restaurant gained popularity initially through its food truck before establishing a permanent location in 2021, specializing in birria served in various forms such as tacos, flautas, and burritos.
The resolution expresses congratulations from the Texas House of Representatives to Birrieria y Taqueria Cortez for this prestigious recognition and extends best wishes for the restaurant's continued success. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared as a token of esteem from the House, reflecting the pride in the restaurant's achievement and its contribution to Fort Worth's culinary landscape.