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| - Nando's, though practically in New Mexico, offers up the BEST plate of Mexican food I've had in awhile. Like, maybe EVER.
Ambiance:
-impressive. Upscale/classy-casual Mexican dining without the slightest hint of the standard Tecate ads, dusty pinatas or sombreros.
-smoking and non-smoking patios with plenty of seating
-bar with seating and TVs
Food:
-I ordered the Enchiladas Ongos ($11.75. Misspelling of hongos = mushrooms): 2 corn tortillas stuffed with sautéed mushrooms, onions and cheese. Topped with chipotle cream sauce and Monterey Jack cheese. Served with rice and beans. WOW these were amazing. Big plate, enough for two meals. Very tasty, very cheesy. MUCH WOW. :P
-free chips and salsa have been likened to "crack" and it's true, we went through a half dozen bowls at our table.
Drinks:
-house margarita was strong, but the mix tasted a bit too sweet and soury. Will try something different next time.
Service:
-I honestly could have docked a star or two for the service that others at my table suffered through. They waited almost an hour for their food (granted, we had a table of ~10 people). When I arrived, I ordered and received my food almost immediately.
-several guys helped serve the entrees to the table, when I asked to order I was told that they "weren't my server" which I find a bit rude. They could have taken my order and given it to my server (who hadn't been by since I sat down).
I've been bragging about this place non-stop, just wish they weren't out in BFE. Come to the Westside! we have so many Mexican restaurants and you could be El Jefe of them all!
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