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| - Even though this place replaced my beloved Brad's, I have to say, I am a fan. In my first pass at this place, I was pretty happy... I know it's still the "new kid" on the block, but it seems like they are here to stay.
First impressions: They totally kept a lot of the Brad's equipment and just fixed the configuration of the restaurant. You still move through a line the same direction, but they have replaced the serving table (that used to have the chili and soups) with a large 10-person communal high top. They also threw around the white, orange, and green... assuming the inspiration was from the Mexican flag with large, bold graphics and a lot of wood paneling. The tables and chairs are the same, but painted and now there's a circular slot in all the tables that have a large plastic bottle of hot sauce nested in the middle.
There was a line, but it moves pretty fast and there was (I am assuming) one of the store owners/managers handing out menus to people in the line and explaining the concept. Basically it is all based on "Build Your Own".... Pick Tacos, Burrito Bowl, Quesadilla, Nachos, Asian Buns, or Salad... Then the base: either Mexican Rice, Lettuce, Cold Noodles, Jasmine Rice, Pinto Beans, Black Beans, or Chips.... Then your choice of meat: chicken, pork, pork belly, pacific cod, vegetables, or brisket. After you get your base and fill... you flavor it... here is where you can go Mexicano or "Chino" (their term for Asian). Then you pretty much can throw so many toppings to your hearts desire... keeping in mind that Guacamole is an upcharge. Pick your sauce... and you can also add crunchy things to your food at the end of the line...
They do have some pre-assembled tacos and bowls to choose from if you don't want to customize everything. Add some sides: chips and salsa, etc and your drink... and you've got lunch.
Overall I was pretty impressed and happy with the bowl I created. I went the Mexicano route: Chicken bowl, Mexican rice, black beans, queso (1.00 extra), chipotle slaw, cilantro/onion, Mexican cheese, shredded lettuce, corn salsa, queso fresco, chipotle sauce!
The staffers are friendly and I was sitting in the dining room a while so one of them came by and grabbed my empty bowl and tray to clear my table. They are pretty quick here with tables bused and the floor clean. Definitely coming back to see what other custom lunch options are in my future.
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