Riverview Taco Debate: Soft vs. Hard Shells on National Taco Day

Riverview residents joined the nation in celebrating National Taco Day on Oct. 8, 2026, a Tuesday that also marked "Taco Tuesday." While local consumption data is unavailable, national trends show tacos are popular, with 90% of U.S. adults enjoying them. The national debate between soft and hard taco shells likely resonates in Riverview, with 53% of Americans preferring soft shells and 47% favoring crunchy hard shells.

National insights suggest personality differences align with shell preference. Hard shell fans average 7.3 tacos monthly, prefer spicy food, own dogs and identify as extroverts. Soft shell fans consume slightly fewer, averaging 6.9 tacos per month, are more often cat owners, night owls and in relationships.

Nationally, cheese is the favorite taco topping in 47 states, while onions are the least favorite. Cilantro and black olives are frequently cited as the worst taco toppings.