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| - Phenomenal.
My boyfriend brought me here for a date night, and I fell in love with this restaurant. We came a little earlier in the evening so it wasn't busy, but as the evening progressed, it became evident that this restaurant was a local favourite. Service was excellent, and the food was incredible.
Food: Oh my goodness. The flavours, textures, and presentation were out of this world. We ordered a lot of food, and for the quality of the ingredients, the price was entirely worth it. For people who complain that Mexican food is too greasy for them, check this place out. Ladera serves high-quality Mexican dishes that will knock your socks off. We ended up with:
--Guacamole: Careful eating this delicious dish first. You won't be able to stop eating this and may end up being too full to eat anything else.
--Elotes: Mexican street corn. Toasty, creamy, and sweet. Delicious.
--Ceviche: SO fresh. The fish was inherently sweet. Well done Ladera. My only complaint would be the citrus seeds that I ended up chomping down on. A little bitter, but hey, I'm glad it's fresh.
--Cochinita Pabil: HOLY MOLY. This melt in your mouth slow roasted pork dish was incredible and a huge portion. Well worth the money. Get it.
Drinks: Marguerita with a Paleta (popsicle): This was such a cute idea. My drink wasn't mixed properly however, and I ended up with a few super salty sips. I wouldn't order this again.
Rob. W. got the Michelada: It's like a bloody mary with Mexican spices mixed with a beer. Tasty!
Service: Dijen. Without a doubt, our server Dijen was the highlight of the evening. He was the perfect blend of character, charisma, and genuine kindness. He was the most attentive server I have ever had, but was not overbearing. When our waters were low he would be immediately present, when our drinks were finished, he cleared them away. He was knowledgeable about the menu and made our night something special to remember. Thank you.
Ladera, you are my favourite restaurant in the Valley. Thank you for a wonderful night.
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