08/19/2026
24 years ago, Carlos Ortiz began building a life in Lake County.
He worked his way from dishwasher to head cook—and eventually opened a diner of his own. Together with Mauricio Lara, he now tells a story of perseverance, family, and belonging.
Will Trejo's Diner get your vote?
🔗 Vote here: https://poll.app.do/fan-favorite-poll-lake-county-taste-makers-2026