I had endless options for happy hour dinner along East Carson Street. After narrowing it down to two choices, I started reading yelp reviews. I decided that the place with better reviews would be it. Except they both had good reviews, mostly from my fellow elites. I ultimately decided on La Palapa because it was Tuesday and I needed tacos.
Yes, this was the right decision. My server Shawna was friendly and helpful and just made the whole meal even better. The Tuesday special is 3 tacos for $7.50 and you can mix it up (i.e. you don't have to get 3 of the same kind). They have lots of taco options, too, including fish and vegetarian. I went with one chicken, one barbacoa and one beef tongue. I also ordered a Tecate for happy hour ($1 off). My plate of tacos was a beautiful presentation that I almost didn't want to eat. But don't worry, I did. And I foolishly thought I might even take a taco home. Nope, didn't happen.
And not that I needed it, but something sweet sounded really good. Especially when Shawna mentioned a tequila cake they had available for dessert. It totally hit that sweet spot and was the perfect ending to my meal.
Reasonable prices for amazing food in a bright and open space makes La Palapa one of the few places in the South Side that I will make a point of returning to.