a few months later and I have to update my review. Remember how I was saying even though it didn't capture me those first several visits? Well, I kept going anyway... not out of my way, just casually when there were no other options I was interested in, I'd say "how 'bout BLD?".
So, 4 visits later, I feel I owe them another star.. they seemed to have picked up their game. The dish I thought was not executed well (green chile pork tostada) was very well put together and so flavorful that I had to Yelp about it. The other menu items I ventured to try were the scrambles.. specifically the shrimp-chorizo - AH! DELICIOSO!! quickly became one of my favorite dishes! See? I knew there was something special about this place.. they just needed to work out all the kinks.. and it seems like they did, I've noticed. Also, the waiters have been good - prompt, accomodating, and informative.. that helps a lot.
So, thank you, thank you for making improvements.. you now can count me as a fan!