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I was not terribly hungry, but I've wanted to try this place for a while and we were in the neighborhood -- so, I *apparently* dragged my less-than-excited family over the threshold here to give it a shot.
The provided chips were cooked well and had both nice texture and flavor. The accompanying salsa was good as well. Always a good sign.
I started with an almond horchata, which was good, but is served with ... chopped pecans (??) in it. Okay... it was more of a garnish than anything, but I had to double-check the menu to make sure I hadn't read it wrong. I did not get mine "spiked," but they do offer their aguas frescas with booze in them if you're into that. I think something neutral like vodka would be OK in horchata... or maybe rum(?), but anything else would either get lost in the horchata or lose the horchata completely. My opinion, though.
One of the kids ordered the black beans on the side, which I was able to try and I agree that they are very tasty ("da bomb" ? Maybe. They'd be more likely to get that from me if they mixed the beans with some nice chunky pico de gallo right before serving them). Still the black beans get a thumbs-up: good flavor and texture.
I ordered two tacos from the list: Crispy Fish and Chicken Tinga. I liked the chicken one a lot, but found the fish one to be just OK. The fish was just a little dry and kind of bland. I would try the grilled fish next time. I also ate the guacamole that came with the quesadillas that the others ordered. It was tasty, although I like mine a little chunkier. Again, personal preference, not holding that against them.
One of the boys had three carne asada tacos and, wow, did he put them away fast! This is the kid who is frequently "not hungry" when we go for Mexican food, so it was a little surprising. It was less so once I'd had a chance to try the carne asada in my wife's quesadilla. This meat was cooked very well and had that flame-touched, fatty, beefy taste and juicy texture that makes meat-eaters so happy. Apparently, that worked for him.
I found the service to be very good and the food arrived quickly. Our server, Miranda, kept our drinks topped off, handled the payment quickly, and thanked us for coming in.
This was a Sunday night, and the place was pretty full inside. The patio still had some seats, and there was no wait. I don't know what the crowd looks like on a weeknight -- or during taco Tuesday -- but it might get crazy... if you can find parking!
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