OMG, this food is so delicious . I took by grandsons and we all found something immediately on the…read moremenu and we were not disappointed. Our server was very sweet.

First visit to the brick and mortar establishment. I have eaten at the truck on 16th Ave and 2nd…read morestreet many times. Very good food. Nicely decorated, plenty of tables, larger than it appears outside. Service was great. They have cocktails and bottled beer. I ordered the El Birria Tamal, a tamale with birria consumme. Yummy. I also ordered one taco with pork. The taco was filled with meat. Tender and with the grilled onions, so good. Both were a little over $10, and I was stuffed! Beats the heck out of a Big Mac Meal.

My wife and I were on our way to Cabela's and we saw the Happy Hour sign for Jalapeño's…read more We went in and sat outside. My wife had two lime margaritas and I had two Pacifico beers. We both ordered taquitos. She had beef and I had chicken. Both were crispy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Our server was Tito, and he was excellent. The only reason they didn't get a five star, was we didn't order a meal. This place is worth stopping for.

If I had reviewed Jalepenos a couple of years ago, it would have been 4 or 5 stars. A couple of…read moreminor changes just don't add up to me. The good Regardless of the dish, good quality with lots of cheese, but not super high-end. Service No complaints, but it now seems that staff reeeaaally delay on asking about a soda refill. Value $22 for a burrito? Really?! $13 for a bean and cheese burrito? Chips now come with salsa only. Refried bean dip is upon request and has a price. Soda refills seem almost begrudging.

Nikki was super friendly! I also love Kelly and Crosby both are super solid and provide fantastic…read morecustomer service. The street corn is the best and the tacos rock as well!!!

We are regulars now. We've had a few different servers now. This was our second visit with Gavin…read moreand the difference is that he listens intently. You can't find that anywhere these days. You can tell when we is at work, he does it with his whole heart. We love the queso and quac! My kids especially love the queso and quac! It's such a relaxing environment and in the heart of downtown.

Tacos and Bloody Mary are on point! Big ass tacos for a good price! The Bloody Mary came with a…read morequesadilla as a garnish, tacos are so full of flavor! We tried 4 different tacos and all were amazing!

This place was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives! Just outside of downtown Boise. Close to…read moreBoise State University. A few dedicated parking spaces, but you may be on your own finding parallel parking in the neighborhood. Indoor, outdoor, and bar seating. Order at the register. Fast and friendly service! We tried a bunch of their offerings including chips with guac, red and green salsa, strawberry margarita, quesabirria (only taco option that comes with multiple, and by far the best), Korean short rib taco, pork belly banh mi taco, Idaho spud and chorizo taco, and street corn. Everything was amazing, but to reiterate, you must try the quesabirria!

The location was right next door to the hotel that I was staying at so made a walk there. I sat in…read morethe bar area which had tables and booths. There is also a main seating area for larger groups. I ordered a two item combo (ground beef enchilada and hard shell taco with asada) which came with beans and rice. The server was also the bartender and was very nice and helpful. The food was good. Like most places the plate was super hot so be careful when it arrives to the table.

One of the worst carne asada I've ever had. It's literally ground beef mush. It was flavorless. I…read morecould've had just onions and cilantro and it would've tasted better.

First time to visit. Really enjoyed it…read more The place is very well decorated and has a patio outside that is dog friendly. We sat at the bar and the service excellent. They have a great selection of tequilas. We chose the house margarita and it was excellent. Flautas were really good as was the shrimp and Mykonos tacos that I had. We also tried the trio dips apptz. Very good. Only exception I took was getting any level of spice. Even asked for the hottest sauce or salsa they had. Tasted great but didn't have any heat. We will definitely go back.

THE GOOD: My wife…read moreand I were seated almost immediately. The hostess was very courteous and professional. The interior ambiance is very nice. The food came out in a very timely manner and was delicious. THE BAD: Only one thing prevented our meal from being perfect, and that was the view, as we were seated by a large picture window, next to the alley. That, in and of itself, wasn't a bad thing, it was the trash that was directly outside on the ground that distracted from the entire dining experience. SUGGESTION: Even if it's not the restaurant's area of responsibility, the manager might consider having employees clean and sweep the alley of trash daily, which would go a long way toward improving the ambiance.

Shut the front door and back the truck up, because this is something to be experienced for those…read moreinterested in tasting layers and complexity. Not the lame video content where 2 seconds into a bite an actor says it is soooo amazing. This is the real deal. As far as Oaxacan, straight up nails the flavor profile - which only comes with multiple preparation steps, layers, and time. Thus the expense. The only authenticity deviation I can tell is that the spice level is much lower, which my wife appreciated. It has been so long since I've had a mole that didn't taste like Hershey coco powder cooked in an overly sweet base with a little pork fat. Or from a Sysco can. After having some great experiences in northern Mexico and southern CA, in the decades since I had given up on finding a good mole. Their Mole Negro was incredibly favorable and dances on the tongue for a solid 30 seconds. Braised beef short rib was perfectly cooked and fork tender. Mole - mwah! Can't recall ever having a charred sunchoke (as a side), but now it is on my radar because that was super tasty. Barbacoa de borrego... during a trip going through Quintana Roo, I shared a meal with an ethnic Mayan community where the meat was freshly slaughters, dry rubbed, wrapped in leaves, and slow pit cooked over embers in the ground. Amano's style is using agave, which I liked. From time to time I purchase Boise River lamb at the Meridian Main Street Farmers Market. It's way better than New Zealand lamb which always seems a little gamey/off to me. The broth provided just elevated each mouthful. To have local Boise River lamb prepared as an authentic barbacoa... Given the amount of meat you get, it's totally worth the $108 splurge. But wait, there's more. Scallop crudo - my wife said it reminded her of the fresh shrimp and fish ceviche we had in Playa del Carmen. I loved the pairing with jicama and slice of de-seeded jalapeno (not spicy). Only warning - the dry spice they sprinkle scallops with can be a bit strong for some. Beans, simply amazing. Rice, pretty good. 4 salsa's offered a real diversity of flavors to do different pairings. Provided tortillas seemed more like authentic maize that is well worked, not the fragile disks you can get in the grocery store. The tres leche lavender cake was enjoyable, but didn't blow me away. Everyone was very friendly. Our server was awesome and super helpful. Great menu of mescals, which was perfect for resetting the pallet. I guess they are going to start up a tasting room in the near future, which would be pretty interesting. To get that real taste without having to spend thousands on getting to where the authentic exists - simply awesome.

A friend recommended Amano, and from the moment we walked in, it reminded me of being back in…read moreCalifornia. The service was impressive, and every detail was so thoughtfully considered! Our server, Ashley, was absolutely wonderful. Since it was our first visit, she thoroughly explained the menu and made excellent suggestions. She even showed me where Chef and owner Sal prepares the meats underground overnight and explained the extensive process behind them. Ashley then introduced me to Sal before giving me a peek inside the mezcal tasting room. I loved the agave goddess artwork in there! Sadly, I didn't get to meet his wife and business partner, Becca--but hopefully I will when we return! Ashley also took the time to show me the entrance to Cán Coctelería--Amano's speakeasy--from their outdoor dining patio. Now I have yet another reason to return! We started with drinks and cornbread. My Cadillac margarita was impressive! I also tried my hubby's Café de Olla--¡delicioso! I sampled their mezcal as well, and it was so tasty and warmed my heart in the best possible way! The cornbread was incredibly moist and buttery. They also serve a delicious sweet wheat bread that, in my opinion, is even better than chips and salsa! For my meal, I ordered the chilaquiles with eggs over easy and added birria. They were excellent! I love when the chips still have some texture and aren't completely soggy. These had the perfect sauce-to-chip ratio, along with a little spice--which I loved! My husband ordered the birria tacos and absolutely devoured them. The refreshing towel offered after our meal was another thoughtful touch and the perfect way to end the experience. Overall, I truly loved Amano! The food was delicious, the service was memorable, and the entire experience felt special. I'm already looking forward to returning, experiencing Cán Coctelería, and bringing our friends and relatives whenever they come to visit!

The most authentic Mexican Food experience I have had yet here in Boise! Sooooo good!…read more My husband and I came here for dinner a few weeks ago and the food and drinks were amazing! I also love the vibes of the restaurant. It has a great Mom and Pop authentic feel. My husband and I both ordered enchiladas, but got different styles and I do not have a favorite. They were all so good. I also got a margarita and a paloma and both of those were excellent as well. The service was quick and our server was very nice. You could tell she was busy with all the tables in her section, but she did an excellent job of checking in on us still. We will definitely be back soon.

Ending up having lunch here after an event at the Expo. Wasn't sure what to expect from the outside…read morebut was happy to find a very comfortable-food vibe. The interior reminded me slightly of an 80's Pizza Hut and the serving trolleys are from another era. The dining room is a mix of booths and table so could support a big party. I could see the place getting loud if full. The service and food were both lovely for a family vibe. The prices are fair market, but it's not a deal. Looking at $15-$20 entrees. The serving size is massive. Could probably split a burrito. I also enjoyed the Chile Colorado came in a hot stone bowl, nice touch! The flavor profile is typical mountain west. Muted spice and everything is slightly on the sweet side. Would easily good back next time I'm in the neighborhood