Piglatin Cocina Seized By State Over Unpaid Taxes; Owner Seeks Funding to Reopen
Piglatin Cocina, a Latin-fusion restaurant located in north Colorado Springs, was seized by the state for unpaid taxes. The owner is now working to secure funding to reopen the establishment.
Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, November 2, 2026 — Piglatin Cocina, a Latin-fusion restaurant situated in north Colorado Springs, has been seized by the state due to unpaid tax obligations. The establishment ceased operations following the state’s action.
The specific details regarding the amount of unpaid taxes were not provided in the available information. Similarly, the exact date of the seizure was not disclosed.
The owner of Piglatin Cocina is currently engaged in efforts to secure the necessary funding to potentially reopen the restaurant. The timeline and feasibility of this endeavor remain uncertain at this time.
The state’s action marks a significant development for the dining establishment, which was known for its Latin-fusion cuisine. Further information regarding the tax issues and the owner’s progress in seeking funds is expected to emerge as the situation develops.
Information regarding the contractor involved in the seizure or any subsequent actions taken by the state, such as auction dates or specific penalty amounts, was not immediately available.
The owner’s objective is to raise capital to clear outstanding debts and resume business operations. The community’s response and the availability of potential investors or loans will be critical factors in determining the future of Piglatin Cocina.
The cause of the unpaid taxes has not been publicly detailed. Restaurants, like many businesses, can face financial challenges that may lead to such tax delinquencies. The outcome for Piglatin Cocina will depend on the success of the owner’s current funding acquisition efforts.
Story summarized from the original created by Breeanna Jent on gazette.com, see more information here.
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