Alabama restaurant cites tariffs, high prices, migrant worker laws for closing

A Birmingham-area Mexican restaurant is closing, with its owner citing several contributing issues.

Con Huevos, located at 201 Main St. in Trussville, announced on social media that it is closing. All furniture, kitchen and bar equipment, and other items are available for sale.

The restaurant opened in 2023.

In a post, owner Daniela Trucios said she was making the announcement “with a heart full of gratitude and sadness.”

“Recent political events, the increase in tariffs, the rise in the prices of essential goods such as eggs and avocados, supplies, alcohol, etc., along with new laws impacting our beloved migrant workers, have made it unsustainable to continue with this business,” the post reads. “And the human quality and quality of our products has always been a priority and we are not willing to sacrifice it for price.”

Just after midnight Tuesday, President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports, with some carveouts announced later on automobiles and energy. Trump also doubled a tariff on Chinese products to 20%.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced her country will adopt a schedule of retaliatory tariffs, which it will announce Sunday.

In addition, egg prices have soared over the last year due to the effects of Avian flu.

In the post, Trucios said she and workers will take with them “many fond memories.”

“Every plate served, every smile from our customers, every conversation shared has been an invaluable experience,” she said. “Thank you all for being a part of this journey. We feel fortunate to have been part of this wonderful community, and although this may not be the ending we hoped for, we will always cherish everything we experienced here.”