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| - In an age when the fast food industry is dominated by chain restaurants that put cheap prices ahead of quality, it is refreshing to see something completely different. Asada Mexican Grill does exactly that. Fast service, great food and modest pricing.
I've eaten here several times now, and it is now on my must-do list every time I visit Toronto. Why do I keep coming back here? The food is super fresh, and the varied menu items are completely prepared on premises from their own recipies. The flavors are unique, a pleasant surprise to one used to the bland sameness of the chain TexMex joints. The food alone would be ample reason to haunt the place, but the super-friendly staff there really do a great job. They took the time to explain all the options and toppings my first time there, and we created a meal that I was dying to try. I was hooked from the first bite of my grilled shrimp baja taco! Now when I go back, they remember me and ask me if I want to try something new.
The food there is not what I expected. It's a new spin on the Mexican fast-food classics. I don't think they use lard at all, the salt is very moderate, and the spice is complex and unique, not hot at all unless you opt for one of their homemade hot sauces to top off your creation. Their condiments are fresh and tasty additions to any taco or burrito. They only have 2 dessert items, but both are good, should you still have room. I've tried their horchata and jamaica drinks (they make those from scratch too) and I like them both, but I usually end up washing down my meal with a bottled soda or a cold Tecate on the patio, while watching the people walk by on St. Clair West. Yes, they are licensed :)
Love this place. Try it. You will be craving it until your next visit!
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