Goodbye, Taneko Japanese Tavern. Hello, Blanco Tacos + Tequila.

Scottsdale-based P.F. Chang’s closed its 20-month-old Japanese off-shoot at Scottsdale’s upscale Borgata shopping center Sunday. The building has been taken over by Scottsdale restaurateur Sam Fox, who will open the Valley’s first Blanco on Nov. 3.

Blanco, one of 11 restaurant concepts operated by Fox, offers modern Mexican food in a casual-chic atmosphere. Look for items like chipotle shrimp tacos ($13), green chile pork enchiladas ($14) and chicken mole ($15). Six Mexican beers and 28 kinds of tequila are served.

Tucson already has a Blanco (pictured above), but the Scottsdale location will have an expanded menu. Taneko’s former space also will be renovated to accommodate a larger patio.

According to Taneko’s website, outstanding Taneko gift cards can be redeemed at any P.F. Chang’s China Bistro or Pei Wei Asian Diner.

• Read my October 2007 review of Taneko Japanese Tavern
• Check out the menu for Tucson’s Blanco Tacos + Tequila
• Read more about Blanco Tacos + Tequila on Fox’s website

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