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I had been meaning to try Momocho for the looooongest time and was finally able to make a trip to the hip Ohio City location, at last, for a bestie's bday celebración (had to throw in a lil' Spanish flare, lol).
I can't say much for parking (the girls got dropped off at the door), but I did see a lot right next door to the building, which is where the boys parked and we could see our vehicle from the upstairs window (yay for those of you who are paranoid about break-ins!).
When I walked in, I was at first transported back to a time when this location had once been "Fulton Bar & Grill" - it looked sorta the same, with the exception of a really sweet Mexican wrestler somewhat voodoo-y looking theme going on. The place is dimly lit (loves me some mood lighting) with a good vibe and ambiance. I could definitely see this being a great place for a group soiree and/or an intimate locale for a private one on one date with your sweetie.
Word to the wise: Make early reservations, lets say at least a week ahead of time (or a couple of days if you're feeling lucky) - they fill up quick and from what I was told, they make their reservations based on a two hour dining experience.
After reading review after review on Yelp touting the amaaaaazing margaritas, I immediately ordered up a trio sampler; Blood Orange, Pineapple, and Ginger Fruit Punch. Each was delish, like a little slice of margarita heaven. Two more full size margaritas followed - a Pineapple and a Ginger Fruit, so I had a nice buzz going on. Our waitress, who was absolutely fab and helpful, even brought us a sample of the Spicy Mango margarita because we were too afraid to try it. It was equally as amazing as my other choices - it was very sweet at first and then tempered down to a slight heat after a few seconds. It will be one of my selections on the next trip. I have to note that I saw everyone says the Cucumber margarita is delish, and one of my dining mates sipped one down and agreed, but I just can't get behind the cool cucumber taste in a drink, I guess I'm just weird.
As we moved on to dinner selections, I'll admit I felt like an idiot when trying to decipher what exactly was being offered on the menu - even after four years of Spanish in high school, I was lost when trying to determine what I thought "bocaditas," "cazuela-style," and "antojitos" meant - but I made it through and managed to order some amazing culinary cuisine.
We started off with some traditional guacamole served with housemade corn tortilla chips - divine! My comida (food) of choice was the Pibil (braised pork with annatto seed and banana leaf, served with delicious honey-chile chipotle mojo). This entree is served "cazuela-style" with warm corn tortillas and salsa verde on the side. The boy toy ordered the pork chop (which is served with oaxacan red chile and chocolate mole with a side of smoked gouda tamale dumplings). We both were very pleased.
By the time dessert came around, I was crazy full but decided to try to squeeze down some fried ice cream (who can resist cornflake and peanut coating?!). Our table was also lucky enough to try the capirotada (which is gingersnap and jalapeno bread pudding served with burnt sugar and whipped cream). I know you think - jalapeno in bread pudding? Weird. But no, it was an intriguing taste combination. I also indulged in some Mexican coffee, spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar - it was heavenly even without any cream.
Definitely a fan of Momocho and will return.
Oh! Forgot to mention a bit of important notes - bathrooms (there's two) both single stall and both on the first floor, weren't dirty during my visit, so kudos Momocho. And if you're unable to get up stairs - make sure you let them know when you make your reservation - there's a good number of steep stairs to get up to the second level, so it might be hard with a pair of 5 inch stilettos on. ;)
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