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| - Anyone who tries to say that there is no good Mexican food to be had in Toronto has clearly never been to Playa Cabana. I adore this place. I would come back every week if I lived nearby.
The first time I came here was on a swelteringly hot summer day. My boyfriend and I sat on the back patio and I almost believed I was actually in Mexico. I had a glass of white sangria, the "pizza nachos" and a veggie burrito. Sweat trickled down my face and onto my plate. It was not a proud moment for me, but I never thought that I could be so hot and so happy at the same time. Tasting fresh Oaxacan cheese was like a revelation. Seriously, after one bite of the nachos we vowed to return again as soon as possible.
We recently came back and I had a mojito, guaca fresca, and the poblano chile rellenos. As a vegetarian, I appreciate that there are other options aside from the typical "veggie quesadillas with mixed peppers and onions". Again, everything was absolutely delicious. Service was a bit on the slow side because there was a huge takeout order that had overwhelmed the kitchen, but our server kept checking in with us to let us know that our food would be coming out shortly. Generally, I don't mind waiting as long as it doesn't seem like we were completely forgotten about.
The restaurant itself isn't the fanciest or the most spacious, but that's what adds to the charm! The food and the service have, on both occasions, been nothing short of excellent. Although I haven't yet been able to make a reservation (always the answering machine!), my boyfriend and I have walked in fairly early (around 5PM) and have managed to snag a table a two before the dinner rush. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
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