Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant - Forest City

10/08/2026

Our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration continues with Lilli Cope, whose story is all about family, perseverance and creating a place where others feel like they belong. ❤️🇨🇱

✨ Lilli was born in Miami, Florida, and is proud of her Chilean heritage. When her family moved to North Carolina at age 8, gymnastics became the place where she found connection, friendship and confidence — and eventually, a lifelong career 🤸‍♀️🤸‍♂️

Today, Lilli is the Managing Director and Head Competitive Gymnastics Coach at IGA Kids, where she leads a team of coaches and works with nearly 40 competitive gymnasts. Her Hispanic heritage has shaped the values she brings to that role every day: family, hard work, perseverance and supporting the people around you.

For Lilli, coaching is about much more than skills or medals. It’s about helping children feel included, grow in confidence and believe in themselves.

We love that the sport that once gave Lilli a sense of belonging now allows her to create that same feeling for the next generation. Join us in celebrating Lilli and the difference she’s making in the lives of young athletes! ❤️

10/05/2026

National Taco Day landed on a Tuesday... it's clearly meant to be. 🌮🎉

Celebrate with us on Tuesday, October 6 and take full advantage of our specials:
🌮 $1.50 Beef Taco with cheese + lettuce
🌮 $1.75 Shredded Chicken Taco with cheese + lettuce
🌮🌮🌮 $10 Three Street Tacos 😋 choose one protein — Adobada, Asada, Campechano, Carnitas, Chorizo OR Pastor — served with cilantro, diced onions + lime OR pico de gallo

Bring your favs, come hungry and enjoy the tastiest Tuesday of the year! ❤️🌮🎊
**Pricing is only valid for 10/6/26**

09/30/2026

Our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration continues with another Rutherford County native making a difference right here at home. ❤️

✨ Meet Jose Herrera, whose Hispanic heritage comes from Mexico. Jose was born and raised in Rutherford County, and today he serves his hometown community through Rutherford County 911.

Jose loves being the calm voice on the other end of the line when someone is facing a frightening or traumatic moment. Before joining 911, he also worked as a flight attendant for Delta — another role centered around helping people and staying steady when it matters.

For Jose, the future is right here. He hopes to continue serving Rutherford County and being there for the community that raised him.

Join us in celebrating Jose and thanking him for the care he gives our community every day! 🇲🇽❤️

09/28/2026

¡Seguimos celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana! 🎉❤️ This month, we’re proud to highlight members of our community who are working hard, dreaming big and making a difference.

🌟 Meet Tristan Chavez, a proud Mexican American and 2024 UNC Charlotte graduate who is building his career right here at home. Tristan currently works in accounting at Mitchell CPA PLLC while completing a second degree in accounting and preparing to pursue his CPA certification. His goals are big — becoming a partner in the firm or one day owning a firm of his own.

For Tristan, his Mexican heritage is rooted in family, staying close to the people you love and working hard for what you want — values we know a little something about at Mi Pueblito. ❤️

We’re proud to celebrate young professionals like Tristan who honor where they come from while working toward where they want to go.

Join us in celebrating Tristan and cheering him on as he takes the next steps toward his goals! 🇲🇽🎓

09/22/2026

Fall is officially here. 🍂🎉

We’re waiting on the cooler temperatures, but ready for all the best parts of Fall — cozy evenings, fire pits & good food around the table.

And what better way to set the mood than with something warm, hearty and delicious from Mi Pubs?

🍗 Pollo Campero — pictured here - grilled chicken, spinach and mushrooms over rice, covered in warm cheese dip
🥣 Chicken Soup — simple, cozy and made for cooler days
🌶️ Chile Colorado — hearty beef simmered in rich chile sauce with rice, beans and tortillas
🥩 Birria Plate — slow-stewed, savory and seriously satisfying
🍫 Pueblito Molé — shredded chicken covered in a rich sauce made with chocolate, chiles, spices and more

Grab your people, pull up a chair and let’s welcome Fall Mi Pueblito style. 🍁❤️

09/19/2026

This is one we hope our whole community shows up for ❤️💙

The Wall That Heals is coming to Isothermal Community College this November, and we hope you’ll make plans to experience it with people you care about.

Plan now to bring your family, church group, class, coworkers, civic club or friends and come together. The Wall will be open 24 hours a day, giving everyone a chance to stop by, reflect and honor our country.

Share the word. Make plans and be part of bringing healing home. 🇺🇸

Discover the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and join our community support for healing. Stay updated by subscribing to our newsletter!

09/15/2026

🎉❤️ We’re kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating local educators who are helping students feel seen, supported and proud of who they are.

At Forest City-Dunbar Elementary, Jessica Muñoz Cope and Silvia Adame-Sanchez are doing exactly that — bringing their own heritage, experiences and heart into the classroom while helping shape the next generation.

Jessica proudly carries her Honduran heritage through her father and the stories and traditions passed down through her family. As an educator, she wants every child she meets to feel loved, respected and encouraged to embrace the culture that makes them unique.

Silvia, a lifelong Rutherford County resident with family roots in Michoacán, Mexico, (like us 🥰) recently returned home after graduating from Western Carolina University to begin her teaching career. She hopes her students see that where they come from should never limit where they can go.

We’re so proud to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating Jessica, Silvia and the many educators making a difference right here in our community. THANK YOU 💛🎊 ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana!

09/07/2026

You’ve worked hard. Let us handle the cooking. 🌮❤️

We’re OPEN this Labor Day and ready to take one thing off your plate — preparing the food!

Gather your family and friends, come hungry, and celebrate with us. We’re happy to do the cooking so you can spend more time enjoying the day together.

Happy Labor Day from your Mi Pueblito family! 🇺🇸🎉

09/03/2026

THE FORECAST: HOT.
THE MARGARITAS: COLD. 🍹🔥

Cool down with two drinks having a major moment:

🥥 Coconut Margarita
✨ Skinny Margarita

One tropical. One crisp. Both exactly what this weather calls for.

08/29/2026

Bulldog Nation, welcome to Uptown Shelby! 🐾🌮
We’re excited to be part of Uptown Shelby’s GWU Day celebration, along with so many local businesses offering specials just for Gardner-Webb students.
Stop by our Downtown Shelby location and see us outside! Students will receive chips and salsa, plus a mini sombrero so you can fiesta all semester long. 🎉
Come celebrate with us, grab a bite, and make Mi Pueblito part of your Shelby routine.
Welcome back, GWU students!