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| - Coming on a visit from California, born and raised with a delicious taqueria and mercadito on every corner, I was a little bit wary of what I might find at Nuevo Acapulco. But - it was near to my motel and got great reviews, so I gave it a try. WOW!! I was completely impressed. Mexican food this good in Cleveland? Muy loco!
My dining companion and I ordered the Queso Fundido, which was tasty, greasy (as it should be, afterall it's a bubbling plate of melted cheese), and full of really lovely chorizo. Extra points for the melt-in-your-mouth roasted jalapenos on top.
I then ordered the steak Tacos al Carbon, and they were absolutely fantastic. The flavor of the sauce was strong but not overpowering, the steak was tender, and the overall interpretation of this dish was just superlative. The portions were insane - both of us only ate half our plates. (and we do love to eat, so this isn't a comment on our diminutive appetites!) The service was also noteworthy. Friendly and swift.
The chips are nice and crispy, the beans had body and flavor. The salsa wasn't over-the-top delicious, but it had a very authentic flavor and texture. I'm hooked! My stepmom and I have vowed to return before our time in Cleveland is over.
I would choose this place over my local haunts back home if I were able. Awesome!
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