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| - We're all aware of these new taco shops that have popped up over the last two years here, but they are pretty hit or miss quality.
My second time here, so there's a lot of pros and cons. Haven't tasted everything yet, but well on my way.
First off, the staff and interior. Just great on both counts. Everyone I came in contact with was nice. And by nice I don't mean Polite. Well trained cordial staff is one thing. This is different. People here are nice, jovial, and just very laid back while still providing great customer service. Not forced at all. To go along with this the interior of the establishment is spotless and well designed. Very bright and open, with everything being in the right place.
Now the food. Overall, the best tacos I have ever had, with a few dishes trailing in the back. Let's start with the stars of the show.
Korean Kalbi. I've had this twice and if there was a more perfect taco I don't know what it is. Just the right amount of beef, seasonings and veggies. I normally don't care for corn tortillas, but these little babies are the right consistency to hold up to a semi-wet filling. I could eat these things every single day and not complain.
Char Broiled Carne Asada. There's not a lot of times that I can almost complain about too much beef, but this one's right on the cusp. For a little taco, there's so much flavor and volume to this thing it's almost ridiculous. Subtle char flavor on some nice cuts of meat. My second favorite for sure.
Barbacoa. This is the most traditional of the dishes I think, and they nailed it beautifully. Rations of beef to toppings is spot on. Little juicy so prepare for some mess, but it's well worth it.
Fish. My least favorite. Not much taste. More like a fish stick with a little bit of salad. Overdone and no flavor. Definitely a pass.
Ceviche. I have mixed feelings about this. The dish itself was fresh, and had the right proportions of shrimp to onions and avocado. However, they added some spice to it I cannot quite put my finger on. Neither cumin nor cilantro. Just not sure what it is, but it ruins the dish. Whatever it is it overwhelmed everything else, including the sour lime taste. If I can't taste the lime in a raw fish dish, I'm definitely out. 100%.
Nachos. I know I say perfect a lot in this review, but I really have to lay one down here. These are nachos. Just the right amount of cheese to guac to black olives and black beans. That's right folks; no olives and black beans equals no mas nachos. These bad boys are the real deal and should be in the dictionary as the very definition of what nachos should be.
Aqua Fresca. This is an unqualified review since I've never had it before, but this might be my favorite new drink in the entire world. I asked for the pineapple fresca and it was amazing. I think there might be pineapple and basil in it, I'm not sure. Regardless, it is so delicious I might visit just for this drink.
Salsa. Whoever makes the salsa here should get a congressional medal. It is the best salsa I've ever had. Their green salsa is fantastic, but the habaneros is my new obsession. It is sweet to start out with (mango maybe?) and then it lights your a$$ up something fierce. Not a lingerer, but definitely a solid face puncher. Super, fantastically hot, and then just mellows right out. I know some pepper heads just want the ultra hot rush, but this delivers a great taste with a great experience. Ask for an extra serving and then put it on your eggs the next day. Super, Duper, Delish.
Two major complaints to put out there.
One; someone fix the freaking tables! They wobble more than a six year old getting off of the Teacup ride at Disneyland.
Two; change your location. Y'all are literally a 90 second car ride from my place. You're way too close to be this great. :)
Short version, just try it out. You definitley won't be disappointed.
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