I used to be a "Mexican-dinner-once-a-month" kinda person... but Puente Viejo changed everything! We tried it for lunch one day and it was good but service was sub par so weren't sure if we'd go back. THEN we moved into the area and while walking past it, one of the bartenders, Sean, invited us to stop in for a drink. He's an amazing bartender with years of experience in making drinks. If he asks you to trust him, you should- he won't disappoint. And he would make it right if you didn't like your drink.
I am SO glad we gave it another chance! For the first time in my life I ordered something different and was blown away with their chimichangas. They are stuffed full of white meat chicken and their chilli con queso (blanco) is amazing.
Every time we go there the chips come out warm and service is great all the way around. I brought my parents here for lunch and they loved it as well (and they're Mexican snobs!) We sat on their outdoor patio but they have a beautiful dining room. They consider themselves a tequila bar rather than Mexican restaurant, anyways- but you can definitely feel the differences in the decor and ambiance.
Love this spot and it's a welcomed surprise in Playhouse Square.