In the wise words of Chris Brown, "this h** ain't loyal." When it comes to Meheecan food, I pledge no allegiances and am always on the hunt for the next best fish/chicken/pork/beef cheek taco. Having visited El Catrin a few days prior, the two experiences were quite polarizing.
La Carnita caters to a much younger crowd. It was quite dark inside. And loud. I wasn't feeling my Mexican hipster OG self that day, so requested for one of the two available tables outside on the patio (sidewalk).
The food:
Mexican Street Corn ($8 for 2 pcs)- Not really impressed with this, I found the cream a little too nostalgic of cheez whiz. Also, if you are hoping to share this corn with others, ask for a knife and be patient with trying to cut it up. We attempted to break it with our hands and it did not turn out so well.
TLDR: Eat entire cob yourself. Avoid corn cream all over face.
In cod we trust ($4.75): Loved this and a must-get if you're here. Fish is perfectly fried and not too greasy. One of my new favourite fish tacos in the city.
Friday special- oxtail taco ($4.75): Bonus points for originality and including oxtail in a taco. Oxtail was crispy and complemented the other toppings nicely.
The service:
Along with the overly rowdy atmosphere, service makes for another negative star. Our waiter was Straight Outta Grumpton and did not crack a smile the whole dinner. Perhaps he had to fit in with the theme of the restaurant. I guess you can't be sunshine and rainbows when you're in a dark room with skeletons and graffiti'ed walls.
To summarize: My sentiments about this place is actually pretty much how we all feel about Chris Brown-loud and obnoxious but just talented enough that we keep him in business.