Ambiance: 1
Service: 3
Food: 4
Star rating based on the food. This is solid Jalisco style Mexican food. The area of town is a little rough, but if you eat authentic Mexican in KC, that shouldn't bother you. It is located next to Teri's Jigger. It looks like it is in the same building, but there are separate doors (two entrances ) and a different address. There is street parking at the side and a parking lot around back with a rear entrance.
The ambiance could definitely use some help. Just getting rid of random stuff stored in the dining room and doing something to decorate the walls would help a lot. There is a tv playing music. Service was friendly, but distant. Once they bring the food they basically leave you alone.
I was given a basket of chips (just okay) and salsa (good with a little heat) and brought a plastic bottle of American coke. There are both cans and bottles available. I was disappointed that it wasn't Mexican Coke. About 10 minutes later a Hispanic customer got a Mexican Coke, so I exchanged my unopened soda for the good kind. So, be specific when you order or they may assume you want the American version.
I ordered three Quesabirria tacos. Unlike most restaurants, here they let you order as many or as few Quesabirria as you want. They are $4 each and very filling. Two would have been plenty for me. The consommé was less flavorful than a couple of other places in KC, but the tacos themselves were very good. Near the top of the Quesabirria that I've tried. They are served with the standard onion and cilantro and also pickled onion which really elevated the dish. The pickle cuts through all that fat and grease with a little acid and it's really nice.
I'm looking forward to coming back because I really want to try their Jalisco specialties. Specifically the Torta Ahogada (drowned sandwich) and the Jericalla (burnt custard).
I paid with Apple Pay, but there wasn't a way to leave a tip with credit card, so bring cash. There is also a tip jar for the cooks.
They don't have a website, but their Facebook page is active and they are also on DoorDash. No alcoholic beverages. If you're feeling adventurous, give them a try! read more