We were looking for a Mexican restaurant near the concert venue we were going afterwards and I saw good reviews for this restaurant. What a find! They have dishes I haven't seen offered at other Mexican restaurants. They do not skimp on ingredients like spices. I ordered a pina agua fresca and it far surpassed my expectations; it was frothy and fresh tasting and not too sweet. Some places seem to use drink mixes or purchased beverages, but this tasted homemade. Everything was tasty, fresh and of generous portions. I know it's a small place but I wonder if they were a little short staffed. The staff were very kind and efficient. We will definitely go back.
C
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April 17, 2024
Love this hidden gem. It is part mini grocery/tienda and part restaurant. We went here on a Tuesday night and it was just us. The waitress came over and promptly served us. We ordered the guacamole which was freshly made and the best because for once it was not too salty unlike other places! We ordered three tacos— steak, chicken, and chorizo. Delicious and again, not too salty which made us so happy! Most other restaurants are so salty that it gives us headaches but this is the first taco place we ate and it was perfectly done. We will be back!
Joel Valentin
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July 27, 2025
Awesome place to eat and have a drink with friends and family. Amazing service and flavored food.
Bam Fam
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April 27, 2024
Food is amazing, haven't had anything we disagreed with. Burrito's are large enough for lunch the next day. Staff is friendly and accommodating, though since they are new they forget the basics of service. Our family has zero complaints and have made this our go too Mexican restaurant.
gary hoell
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May 18, 2024
My Wife is From Mexico City & She and I Absolutely ❤️LOVE ❤️ The Food Here.. SUPER FRESH AND BEST MEXICAN FLAVOR IN THIS AREA. We Have Taken Many Trips To Mexico and We Can Honestly Tell You, That This Is Definitely The Closest You’ll Ever Get To Having The REAL THING 🥳 I ordered a Torta “Cubana” 5⭐️ Kinda Like a Hogie/Sub and this Thing Weighed a lot and it Was Super Delicious. These Guys Work Magic on Their Food…. Try it and Taste The Difference!
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We were looking for a Mexican restaurant near the concert venue we were going afterwards and I saw good reviews for this restaurant. What a find! They have dishes I haven't seen offered at other Mexican restaurants. They do not skimp on ingredients like spices. I ordered a pina agua fresca and it far surpassed my expectations; it was frothy and fresh tasting and not too sweet. Some places seem to use drink mixes or purchased beverages, but this tasted homemade. Everything was tasty, fresh and of generous portions. I know it's a small place but I wonder if they were a little short staffed. The staff were very kind and efficient. We will definitely go back.
Love this hidden gem. It is part mini grocery/tienda and part restaurant. We went here on a Tuesday night and it was just us. The waitress came over and promptly served us. We ordered the guacamole which was freshly made and the best because for once it was not too salty unlike other places! We ordered three tacos— steak, chicken, and chorizo. Delicious and again, not too salty which made us so happy! Most other restaurants are so salty that it gives us headaches but this is the first taco place we ate and it was perfectly done. We will be back!
Awesome place to eat and have a drink with friends and family. Amazing service and flavored food.
Food is amazing, haven't had anything we disagreed with. Burrito's are large enough for lunch the next day. Staff is friendly and accommodating, though since they are new they forget the basics of service. Our family has zero complaints and have made this our go too Mexican restaurant.
My Wife is From Mexico City & She and I Absolutely ❤️LOVE ❤️ The Food Here.. SUPER FRESH AND BEST MEXICAN FLAVOR IN THIS AREA. We Have Taken Many Trips To Mexico and We Can Honestly Tell You, That This Is Definitely The Closest You’ll Ever Get To Having The REAL THING 🥳 I ordered a Torta “Cubana” 5⭐️ Kinda Like a Hogie/Sub and this Thing Weighed a lot and it Was Super Delicious. These Guys Work Magic on Their Food…. Try it and Taste The Difference!