La Moresca is located on the plaza level of the west end of Paseo Chapultepec, a small shopping complex that includes two other good restaurants [Bodego Ocho, directly above La Moresca, and La Cayetanna, on the east end of the plaza level]. La Moresca has been open for a couple of years, and they have three branches in Guadalajara. Park your car on the first level of the west end of the parking lot, and stroll right in with just a few steps across the plaza. The welcome and service at La Moresca has always been exceptional, from manager Clemente, to Ricardo, and to servers, Jesus and Hector-Antoine. They make me feel happy and at home whenever I visit. My wine never goes dry, and Jesus is always at hand whenever I need him. Begin with a perusal of the good wine list. I normally select a wine from the Valle de Guadalupe, of course, but yesterday I decided on Moet & Chandon Champagne Rose [La Moresca has three different Champagnes], which is dry and a lovely pink color. Although not on the menu, there is a small table at the entrance with a large ham on the bone, Jamon Serrano "Pata Negra", which is carried dramatically in the air through the room and placed directly at your tableside, where it will be carefully sliced to order for you by Clemente and laid out on a wooden pallet like a rare tapestry. A full or half order is available, and I have always found a half order is sufficient as an appetizer. It is delicious and earthy. For the main course yesterday, I selected the Pesca del dia, which was an Escolar al Ajillo, in a vibrantly orange-colored garlic sauce, served with arugula and mashed potatoes. I also like the Penne Bolognese, if you are in the mood for pasta. Rather than dessert, I usually order a Carajillo, which is a brandy snifter with ice, Licor 43 from Spain, espresso and orange peels floating on top. I always request it made at the table, all separately, "divorceado" as they say, and it is a dramatic ending to a fine meal. When I leave the restaurant, the staff are as exceptional as when I arrive: Jesus and Clemente walk me to the door, we all step out onto the sunny plaza and say good bye with a handshake, just as in visiting someone's home. Parking in the building should be 20 pesos: Stop in the little office to pay by the garage as you leave. read more