I live close by and was always intrigued by the crazy, quirky, colorful interior that is in such contrast to the somewhat harsh all-metal exterior. But then, a friend and I went for dinner and drinks, and we've been hooked ever since.
The house margaritas are made with good tequila and fresh lime juice on the rocks. I like the frozen ones because they are strong without tasting so. I try a different flavor each time. My current favorite is Guava.
You'll probably want to ask your waiter/waitress for help with the menu. Some items, like the chilaquiles, require explanation. And some things are not as you might expect. For example, the hard shell tacos are not something you'd eat with your hands. They all have some sort of sauce poured on top. My favorite is the fish taco, which has mashed potatoes inside (amazing!!!) and mole negro sauce on top.
I also recommend the pozole -- a sort of soup/stew. The chicken pozole reminds me of tortilla soup, but without the tortillas, with cooked hominy instead. The broth is spicy hot, and will clear another's sinuses!
The enchiladas are delicious. Chicken is my favorite. I substitute the green sauce for the one it usually comes with.
My favorite entree is the Steak Burro which is a giant burrito filled with grilled steak, rice, black beans and guacamole. It's the best burrito I've had anywhere in the city!
I've been generally very happy with the service. Everyone is very pleasant. Sometimes they are a little crazed when it's busy. It's an absolute zoo on Friday and Saturday nights. I love going on Sundays and Mondays when it's slower.
My only cons are: 1) sometimes the food is not very hot, 2) the quesadillas and empanadas are too small for the price, and 3) I don't care for any of the desserts. Otherwise, it's all thumbs up for this little gem. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it.
Pros: Great margaritas. Delicious and different Mexican food choices. Fun vibe.
Cons: Some of the appetisers are too small for the money. No great desserts.
