CARLOS O'BRIENS IS MEXICAN FOOD! Sorry for yelling but I nearly dropped my phone when I started reading reviews from people expecting Irish fare.
I've been eating at Carlos for 22 years or so. I remember being quite young going to the 12th Street and Northern Location.
They have, hands-down, the best Pollo Fundito Chimi I have ever eaten, and boy have I eaten my fair share. 5 stars
Their chips and salsa are also always fresh. The chips get also 5 stars. Always fresh and hot.
Their mild salsa is very mild and watery. Not my style but it fresh. I mix the hot in with the mild which works form me.
Shredded beef tacos are also 5 stars. Love 'em.
Fried ice cream is also yummy. I'm not a desert guy so I won't attach stars to them but yum yum.
Other tips are to come at happy hour. Good deals. Lunch specials and portions are just right also.
Carlos O'Brien's is a great place that just gives me comfort knowing that it is there when I need it. I spend so much time trying new places, especially mexican, that this old favorite tends to get skipped because the closest one is 15 miles from the house.
Why only 4 stars? Only because there are more authentic places like Los Dos and Rosita's Place that get 5.
I'll be back. I always will. Next time sooner than later. That darn Fundito calls my name.