Don’t be shocked if you hear people ordering huaraches in cafes or from street vendors. The word huaraches can also refer to a snack. A huarache originates in Mexico City and is a giant oval tortilla with toppings like beans, salsas, potatoes, onions, cilantro, meat, and cheese. Due to their apparent resemblance to the shoe’s shape, they are named after the huarache sandals.