La Cabana del Tio is a locals' favorite with classic versions of the glorious taco. Carambas has items like jalapeno poppers and "Mexican" rice. But appearances may be decieving at both of these north Pinellas spots. So which taco deserves to move up to the Savory Sixteen?

I'll reveal my pick tomorrow, but you still have a say. Vote below for your favorite in this taco-a-taco showdown and we'll track the results in our readers' poll. And if you haven't tasted these two worthy competitors, this is a perfect excuse for an extended, taco-tasting lunch.

Check out all of CL's Tournament of Tacos coverage here for both future matchups and daily results, until the tournament ends April 1. And you'll find contact and location info here for all of the competitors.

So who wins: La Cabana del Tio or Carambas Restaurante? (And don't forget to vote in today's other matchup!)Check out the full Tournament of Tacos bracket after the break:

This article appears in Mar 11-17, 2009.