La Golondrina Mexican Cafe

This is the most crowded restaurant along Olvera Street. This could easily be a tourist trap also since it's not the absolute greatest Mexican food you'll eat and the number of tourists packed here doesn't make for a very special experience. It's okay, but very popular.

Posted 11/03/08 | Report Abuse

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Went here on Cinco De Mayo, and even though there was a long line, the wait was short and the line went fast. Food was great, the environment inside was nice and cozy, very dark and with candles on every table.. There were lots of people around and some very close, but we never felt crowded in. Somehow they manage to make it feel like you're the only ones there. Overall a nice romantic experience.. More of a date place than a family place.

One thing though, was that they charge highly just for a bowl of guacamole.. My husband is used to lots and lots of homemade guacamole, and even the smallest bowl they serve will cost you $5.00! He wanted it for the chips and it was finished in 5 minutes with none left over for the meal.. Luckily they do put some guacamole on his food but not alot. That just struck me as interesting, I have never seen a place to charge so much for that just as a dip!

PROS: Overall a nice romantic experience, B+ Food
CONS: Somewhat pricier than other places, but worth it.

Posted 05/06/05 | Report Abuse

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