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| - Back again for an update- 8 months later. The consistency in staff and detail is refreshing. The food is still sublime and the Margaritas deserve your attention. I highly encourage you to bring your friends to Banditos for a feast they won't soon forget. However, after a few more of these freshly muddled cucumber mojitos I just might- yummmm!
Please disregard all low-star reviews- now I know the truth. Banditos is not just a pretty building on the corner of Flamingo and Howard Hughes- it is the new standard for Mexican cuisine. I've been all over the country- So Cal, Austin, Miami, New York, Chicago, you name it- nothing is really close to this quality and attention to detail. The staff, the food, the music, the ambiance- all are remarkable. Let me explain...
We opened the door and are immediately greeted in the most gracious of ways- I feel underdressed already. We are then seated immediately and given a specials menu that is explained in detail. Shortly thereafter, we are introduced to our server- a lovely and knowledgeable lady who is ready with the best recommendations. The drinks come and they are amazing. I am not a big drinker, so I choose the "special" Agua Fresca and my lady chooses an incredible vodka drink that arrives in a copper pineapple. Stunning presentation and the fresh fruit hint at what we can expect when the food comes. Complimentary chips are delivered with two salsas- both amazing. But, I choose the fresh guacamole dip. The freshly made chips and the guac are an irresistible combination. Before the end of the meal I had every drop of the guac. The meals recommended were delectable. I had the Sea Bass and she had the carne asada and habanero shrimp plate. Fresh grilled vegetables adorn both meals and provide a colorful experience. It all comes together in an explosion of flavor that has you wondering when the last time was that you ever ate any meal this good. It's been a great great while for this guy- and that was a meat and potatoes plate.
We were constantly checked on by the most well-trained and courteous staff I can remember. The owner checked in as well. Our entire experience took less than an hour. You will not be disappointed with this restaurant. Put Banditos on your shortlist of restaurants you must visit.
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