I'm not normally a fan of burrito or bowl based fast casual places, but this place is on another level. The menu is essentially a bunch of dishes that can be a burrito, bowl, or salad. Each dish is from a different country, and I think they have a few specials that are more traditional plates. I love west African and Caribbean food, and Reno is severely lacking in both of these options, so it was very welcome to see some options from these locations. I got a rice bowl with Senegalese Mafffe. The food came out fast, and was very good, just the right amount of spice, and killer flavors. The pricing is very fair ($12 for a high quality dish). The portions were a little small, but that's probably a good thing. My biggest complaint is that it has scratched an itch I forgot I had, and now I want a more full fleged West African food experience. read more

MF International - Menu items from different countries - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Was excited to check out this newer spot, but unfortunately, it did not live up to the hype. The food was just okay--nothing memorable enough to make me want to return. The real dealbreaker, however, was the customer service.When ordering, we asked to add onions to the wraps. We were told, "the servings are already weighed out and prepped so we can't add onion." Fair enough. We then asked, "Can we just get a side of onions?" The two staff members simply stared at us and replied, "No, we can't do that because then we'll have to cut the onion." Even after offering to pay for the side of onions, they flat-out refused, simply because they didn't want to prep them. I would understand if they said they didn't have onions but that was never expressed by staff. I always like trying new places, but I will not be coming back here. read more

Honest take out review: If it was good enough to be on TV, it's good enough for my belly! 5/5 Getting to chat and learn about the menu, the history, and the adventurous idea that made this restaurant come to fruition, makes this restaurant more than just a place to stop. Joining cultures to make delicious bites is an understatement and one that I would say challenges norms in a way we can all approve of. Food collabs are a must these days! Havana (burrito) 4.5/5 -When I heard Cubano I said let there be food!! When you walk into this experience you're met with the traditional flavors of what you'd expect, but it takes a turn to funky town as you're met with beans. You're met with pickles and what tastes like nutty cheese (yes it's in the description) and it actually tastes nutty!!! The plantain chips scared me as I'm allergic to tree nuts but it gave me a neutralizing flavor that added a texture bite and wasn't expecting! The flavors were well executed and every bite was almost different in nature. Meaty, savory, sweet, pickled, there was so much to unravel with not enough bites! I'm glad to have tried this and only giving it a 4.5 as I would have appreciated just a little more cheese on this, but I can ask next time! If you're not a cheese person. This is a 5/5 my friend! Places like this get me excited about the food culture in Northern Nevada and I'm glad I stopped by to see what all the hype was about! I'm exited to try some additional flavors as this was only 1 of many times I'll be visiting. read more

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I actually enjoyed this place the first time I ate here. This time I didn't even eat here. Went in and told them I wanted the burrito that was on the front window. I was told " we aren't making burritos right now" I said why do you have pictures on your window? Some BS about food truck an blah blah blah. Not sure when if ever I'll be back. False advertising read more

Great menu with lots of unusual dishes from all over the world. I had the nutty bird from Senegal. Wow was that good, very flavorful with salsa verde and peanuts and a nice peppery bite. The barrique from Mexico was layers of pico de gallo, lime, cheese and braised beef. Both were very different and very flavorful. The owner couldn't have been more friendly and personable. It's real nice inside, beautiful wooden tables and chairs, some nice artwork on the walls. The prices are great. We'll definitely be back and we're bringing our friends read more

MF International - Barriqua - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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I hidden gem in Sparks! MF international is perfect for the group or family that has varying taste buds. Each menu item is inspired by a different country around the world and can be served as a bowl, salad, or burrito. This is such a cool idea and they execute it very well! And not to mention, the genuine and attentive service! We came in on a slower day and got the opportunity to learn about this new-ish location from the manager. He took the time to tell us about his favorite dishes and how he aspires to bring cuisine from around the world to Reno! Our dine in experience was great! I've also ordered through their website for pick up. It was simple, easy, and just as delicious as in person. I'll definitely be coming back here so I can taste flavors from different countries! read more

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My yelp elite goal this year was to try new spots so today we decided to try out MF and I got to meet Eddie the Manager and Jason one of the owners and cook. We had the special the Patty pig burrito since St Patrick's Day is around the corner which had very unique flavors. I look forward to going back and trying a signature burrito. No beer on tap, but they have unique can beers to choose from. The beer of champions was my favorite. I'm looking forward to the Triple D episode airing on March 27. It's so cool Guy Fieri came to Reno and filmed our hometown restaurants. If you're in the area drop in and try a Salad, Wrap (burrito) or bowl! read more

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This is an interesting concept. They have a handful or so of different dishes that can be ordered as a burrito, bowl or salad. You self order and they bring your food to you. The items all looked good. I ordered the Korean bowl and a lemonade. The prices are as expected but the portions seemed smaller than I was anticipating. The flavor was good but the rice was a weird texture, almost old rice heated up with water. The lemonade was pretty good. We may try it again and see if it's a similar experience. Lots of seating so don't have to worry about that. Also it's self bussing. read more

MF International - Korean bowl (braised pork, rice and pickled radish, carrots) - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

wanted to try this place since they moved from their former downtown location at the old Mellow Fellow, which had a charm all its own so we finally had the chance to experience their new space. Stepping in on a Saturday afternoon, we found the atmosphere surprisingly serene; for a while, we essentially had the entire place to ourselves. The interior design is nice and welcoming, offering ample seating and a vibe that makes you want to linger. as you walk in the right side has a wall of their menu items, so we decided on a diverse spread to get a true feel for the menu: The Papa Yaya Wrap, The Chilango Bowl,The New York Bowl One minor hurdle we encountered was during the ordering process. We attempted to customize our meal by adding "grilled peppers" (an ingredient featured on a different menu item) to our order. However, the house policy is quite strict: no substitutions or additions are permitted. While this ensures consistency for the kitchen, it's worth noting for those like myself who prefer a more bespoke dining experience. The food itself is the concept of cool pairings from different countries gives the menu a refreshing diversity, and the flexibility to turn any signature item into either a bowl or a wrap is a fantastic touch. The Papa Yaya Wrap: The flavors here were genuinely impressive. However, the execution was a bit uneven--the chicken was concentrated on one side, leaving several bites that were more tortilla than filling. There was also a distinct "fish forward" note in the sauce that stood out. To kick things up, they provided a house spicy sauce that tasted like a clever twist on Cholula; it added a perfect, necessary heat. The Bowls: Both the Chilango and New York bowls were flavorful, though they suffered from a common ratio issue. The base of rice was quite heavy compared to the protein. While the taste was excellent, the portions felt a bit skewed for the price point. The staff member who assisted us was absolutely stellar--personable, professional, and attentive. Despite the rigid policy on modifications, the service remained a high point of the visit as he recommended the spicy sauce. The foundation here is strong: the flavors are bold and the concept is unique. If they can balance the protein-to-carb ratios or perhaps offer an option for "double meat," it would truly elevate the value to match the premium quality of the ingredients. read more

MF International - Papa yaya wrap - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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MF International lives up to its name - the flavors are truly inspired from around the world and so unique. I love all the options they have and that you can get your food as burrito, bowl, or salad. We had a Get to the Chopper salad (10/10 recommend, packed with lots of deliciousness and those pickles were so good), a burrito that was Spanish inspired for the World Cup (also wonderful and reminded us of paella that we've had in Spain), and our kiddo had a quesadilla from the kid's menu. All the food that we tried was fantastic and the flavor marched the theme of each place it was representing. Inside there's plenty of seating and the decor is so cute and welcoming (they have flags from around the world). The staff is also very friendly. I absolutely love this place and can't wait to come back and try other burritos. Reno needed a place like this that embraced flavors from around the world and MF international is doing a phenomenal job with it! read more

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Finally came in to try this place and it's so cute inside. Location is central. They have a lot of variety and make burritos, bowls and salads for all items on the menu and have international inspired dishes. I tried the Akeem the dream as a burrito and it was really good!! It's a melt your face off kind of dish though so I wish it had a little more peanut taste and slightly less spicy heat. My husband tried the Havana as a bowl and that was also really good! It had barely any mofongo and a lot of beans so the portion was also a little off but great ingredients and idea. We also tried a Girl Scout cookie milkshake and it was soo good and a Thai basil turmeric lemonade and it was amazing. Can't wait to try more stuff on the menu. The service was very good too, people are very nice and helpful read more

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The burritos here slap! Tried the Chilango, the Marley, and Garros de Gallo burritos. They're all very unique and flavorful in their own right. Can't seem to go wrong with any of the burritos. Their tortillas are exceptional! I also tried the Yaya bowl. It looked beautiful upon arrival and I was excited to dig in. I did like the tangy papaya salad, it gives good flavor. But The downside for me was their rice to protein ratio was way off. I thought I saw lots of chicken but when I dug in I realized it was mostly peanuts... Don't be afraid of that protein fellas, if there were chunks of chicken on there it would have been a game changer! read more

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What a unique and impressive restaurant concept. You are greeted upon entering and given instructions on different ways to order and that each meal comes either as a salad, burrito, or bowl. I got an Athena bowl which is kind of like a gyro, but with a variety of flavors and heat that I haven't tasted anywhere else. Service was fast and really pleasant. Will absolutely come back again even if I live on the other side of Reno. read more

MF International - Athena bowl - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Awesome food and great service! You can tell the owner and staff actually care about serving fresh and delicious food. Highly recommend this place! read more

I've been twice now and have really enjoyed the food! The quality of ingredients is what really shines and the abundance of flavor! I love that there is a constant special of the month that supports local non profits and some beers you can drink in house. The service is basically counter service and the temperatures of our bowls have been hit and miss but overall we have enjoyed and will keep coming back read more

MF International - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

First time in and was so excited! The menu looked so good. We were seriously craving a good burrito and with all the reviews my excitement only grew and expectations were heightened. Upon walking up to order we were told they couldn't do any burritos due to them getting ready to do a food truck which didn't make any sense at all. We were disappointed but super hungry so we decided to do the bowls. We should've just left. Instead, we got the Marley and the Messi. Both of the bowls were frankly, nasty. The portions for them were extremely disappointing and next to zero meat, and the meat that was in it--tasted old. The first bite literally turned me off immediately. It was cold and tasted off. For 45 dollars for two bowls and one soft drink and a tea.. Maybe we caught them at a bad time but after that I will not return. Super disappointing. read more

First, their GRAND OPENING is on Saturday 20 September and they told me it'll be buy one get one half off burritos! Tried the chilengo burrito, and was impressed! Big chunks of chicken (maybe too big, as they were a bit hard to bite through), and loaded with rice, lettuce, beans, cheese, and sauce. They offer burritos with international flair, bowls, salads, and more! The staff was super friendly and helpful, and their excitement and positivity about being newly open was infectious! The interior was comfortable and decorated in such a cool style! read more

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Stopped in here for dinner the other night. It is located where Black Rock Pizza used to be. This is like a fast casual gourmet fusion place serving burritos, bowls (burrito without the tortilla) and salads. Order at the counter, get drinks from the fountain and wait for your food. I ordered the Daffy Bowl and a duck noodle soup The soup came out first. The broth was flavorful. The noodles were a bit underdone. There was no duck meat in the soup. The Daffy Bowl was amazing and a perfect example of the fusion here. Making a burrito or a bowl and using duck instead of chicken, pork or beef isn't fusion. But using fried rice with duck skin cracklings, black beans, duck and basically the veggies from a Bahn Mi sandwich takes fusion to another level! All of their meals are like this. The Daffy was so good I'll probably order it a dozen more times before I try anything else! The staff was friendly and conscientious. I really hope they do well and prosper here. The only thing that could make this place perfect for me would be whiskey and/or Guinness on tap. read more

MF International - Daffy Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Holy cow!!!!! Flavor bomb central!!!! We got the Congee. The quesabirria burrito and a Spanish dish. My hubby brought it home. Probably my fav right now!!! read more

MF International - Spanish bowl - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Great chef. Wish we lived closer as we would come every week or more often. Duck noodle soup was simply incredible. What a rich broth and perfectly cooked duck. It was so hard to choose from the different dishes, as either a burrito or a bowl. We had bowels. I think I had the Yama Yama? A Thai dish. Wife had the Athena with perfect cups cous and perfectly cooked lamb. So much great flavor. Worth the trip. Need to work our way through the menu. read more

MF International - Yama Yama - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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Love the concept and the idea of being able to try different cuisines as either a salad, bowl, or burrito- how unique. And being able to substitute any of the menu items for tofu or vegan protein was a plus! I had the papa yaya and while I enjoyed it and usually love my sauces, I found they went a little too heavy on the sauces and I felt like it drowned out the natural flavors of some of the vegetables. I def would love to go back and try their bahn mi option and maybe something else. They also have drinks and milkshakes. I opted for the tamarind dragonfruit -something different and refreshing. read more

This is a great grab and go place. The food is delicious and wildly different. I wished they had more wait staff service, so you didn't have to stand and look at the menu and order at the counter. They have so many choices, but I didn't feel like I really knew what to order. I had a wrap - The "Go to the Choppah" and it was probably the most american thing they had on the menu. It was like a cheeseburger, but better. read more

We finally got to eat here. We were there right as they opened, so had the place to ourself the ask as many questions as we wanted. I ordered the Greek wrap and my husband got the Cuban something or other. I tasted his, and it was so good with the mustard on it. But my wrap was amazing. I love hot and cold food mixed into one wrap. The flavors were awesome, and I would definitely order it again. The place looks nice. It has plenty of seating, and the employee we dealt with was awesome. I asked about a poster of Guy Fieri, and this restaurant is going to be on Diners, drive inns, and dives. I cannot wait to watch it, and hear what he says about some of the dishes. read more

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Where one door closes, another opens. And you should definitely walk through MF's door! Bowls, Salads and Wraps, you really can't go wrong. So far, our favorite is the Huli Bird but we have tried several and they area all so good! Another great is the Papa Yaya, everything tastes so fresh and flavorful! We also love their beer list, it has something for everyone. Everyone that we have met has been quick to help with recommendations and friendly. Plenty of room for you to bring all your friends. You must sign up for their loyalty club too, its a great deal! read more

MF International - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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Great place to get cool international dishes. The food was super good and the inside of the restaurant is really cool with a bunch of flags and interesting decor. The chef is really nice and went over the menu with us to help us decide. Highly recommend! read more

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The idea of this place is amazing. A little taste of all types of places around the world found in the smallest big city. This place is gorgeous inside and has so much character. You can tell the owner put heart and soul into every little thing that went into this business. This isn't a spot where the flavors are lackluster or an idea of a dream of the actual flavor. The flavors blend beautifully and are very well done. I had the Seoul Train burrito and a cherry Girl Scout shake. I can say the burrito had a ton of flavor that brought me back to the small Korean mom and pop I used to frequent in Cali. It was texturally balanced not all mush! All the pieces that form this burrito was well thought out and they did not skimp! This thing was huge and very filling. The shake was phenomenal. I'll definitely be back to have a taste of their other menu items! Heavily recommend this amazing spot to diversify your palate! Amazing service, Get a MF BURRITO read more

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I was excited to try this place due to all the rave reviews but I wasn't very impressed. I ordered door dash on this occasion and the Huli Bird burrito because I'm a huge Hawaiian food fan. It just didn't do it for me, wasn't terrible, but wasn't great. First off, it was messy and poorly wrapped and halfway through I basically gave up trying to eat it like a burrito. The chicken was dry and there was too much sauce. The sauce flavor was okay but nothing special. The burrito wasn't very big for the price either. I was disappointed because I had high hopes so I do plan to give it another shot sometime and will order something different. Maybe I need to dine in so it's fresher as well? read more

Can't get enough of this place! Trying to taste the whole menu and fill in the passport booklet they have. 13 more to go. Today i am trying Banh Mi Vit. Usually dont do duck but, Wow! Can't tell it is duck and the crackling duck skin is scrumptious and just adds the perfect crunch. Straight up party amongst my tastebuds! Come give it a try folks. Im sure there is something you would love here. Don't sleep on this place people. read more

MF International - Quesadilla with fried chicken - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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Stopped by for lunch. My friend had a Marley burrito which contained jerk marinated chicken, avocado and marinated veggies in a sweet spicy sauce. I have the Athena burrito which contained a combo of lamb and beef meat combined with feta cheese, cucumber, tomatoes and olives. Both were good and filling. I preferred the Athena because I prefer savory over sweet. The owners were amazing. The setting was clean and comfortable. read more

MF International - Athena burrito - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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Super excited to try this place. I got the Huli Bird chicken bowl. The chicken was very flavorful and moist. I love the size of the chopped up veggies, you get some with every bite. The service is great, very friendly, and helpful with the menu. Took the time to answer our questions and explain the menu. My grandson got the quesadilla with add fried chicken, it was super yummy and nice and crispy. The decor is very clean and has an International vibe. Get the passport try them all, get them stamped and get a free burrito or bowl. All sounded great, hard to choose which to try. I will be back. Thank you. read more

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I've been looking forward to visiting MF International, and it did not disappoint! I stopped by today and tried the Chilango Burrito and the Duck Noodle Soup. Both were super tasty, full of flavor, and incredibly filling. The staff was welcoming and helpful in walking me through the menu. The space itself is open and inviting, and I loved the creative wall display of the different food options. I'm already looking forward to coming back to try more dishes! The menu is full of bold flavors, fun combinations, and so many great options. read more

We visited MF International and really enjoyed the space and the food. It's a cool concept... various proteins, with different spices, in a variety of forms. It truly is an international menu. You could eat here every day and not get bored because there are so many choices. In other words, you can order chicken made with Latin spices (The Chilango) or with Greek spices (Papa Yaya) to name a few of the choices, and you can get that in a burrito, bowl or salad style. You go up to the counter and order; you get a number and they bring your food to the table. The service was quick, and the staff was super friendly. The decor and atmosphere are really nice! I had the Yaya salad and DH had the Athena burrito. I thought the salad was fantastic. The ingredients were super fresh and the lemongrass favor really came thru, which I love cause sometimes it gets lost with too many ingredients. The Athena burrito was also really yummy. I'm looking forward to checking out many more items on the menu! They also have specials, like on Wednesday spin the wheel... and take your chances (kind of appropriate for this town) and you take the spices that come up on the wheel and $2.00 off your choice of burrito, bowl or salad. They also have a happy hour Tuesday thru Saturday 4-6pm. Buy any burrito, bowl or salad and get $2.00 off a beer. Sports discount - Come in after a game or practice in your gear and get $1.00 off your burrito, bowl or salad. There is also a loyalty program. Earn 1 point for ever $1.00 spent. 100 points earns a free entree (burrito, bowl or salad). I'm super happy to have this awesome restaurant in the area. Tho I'm going to miss going to Mellow Fellow across from the ballpark before the Aces' games. read more

MF International - Yaya bowl - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Such a fun restaurant! They have burritos from around the world and they give you a passport (reward punchcard). Prices range from $14-$18, the service is always amazing, food is great, meat is always cooked to perfection, and the restaurant has such a fun ambiance. Plenty of seating and ample parking. It's definitely a must try. read more

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The resurgence of Mellow Fellow, great to see them back with a brand new location and a totally new menu...just think burritos of the world, hence the MF International. So many to choose from with unique flavor profiles...don't kid yourself...order a few and make your way down the list. Ordered takeout through their easy-to-nav site, super quick. Arrived, order was ready to go. Fast, friendly service. Decent location, plenty of parking and clean, welcoming vibe. Wife and I split the Athena and Akeem the Dream (shoot, score!). The Athena is basically a Greek burrito (think Gyro). Filled with house made Lamb & Beef Doner meat, cucumber, feta, tomato, kalamata olive tapenade, cous-cous, tzatziki & salsa verde all wrapped in a spinach herb flour tortilla...yes please! The Akeem delivers on bold flavor with Suya Marinated Sliced Ribeye (a Nigerian street food, hence the Akeem ref), raw red onion, tomato, Jollof Rice (West African), chili peanut sauce with salsa verde wrapped in whole wheat flour tortilla. This was the winner this time around. Well balanced flavor, a slight kick...makes for a happy mouth and tummy. Will definitely work on getting through their menu, so many delish choices...Rock On MF!! read more

I was craving a salad tonight, so I looked up "salad" and MF International popped up. As I entered, I was greeted warmly by staff as well as by the chef and co-owner, Jason. He went through and explained the menu items. Jason and staff are very friendly! I was intrigued by the Zepplin. I wanted to try it as a salad, but I was reminded that this dish has steamed rice. I tried it as a bowl instead. It was served fast and boy, it was delish! All those Lithuanian flavors came together nicely. The potatoes were crunchy on the outside while pillowy on the inside. I enjoyed every bite. Casual atmosphere. I joined their rewards program because I will return! read more

MF International - Description of the Zepplin - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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The food is beyond expectations. I ordered the "The Marley" burrito and it was amazing. Great temperature and the vegetables and fruited in it genuinely tasted fresh and refreshing but mixed with the Latin adobo. It was excellent. The service was great, only one person was working register and serving but he was attentive and was clearly excited about the food he was serving. The interior is clean, calm and cozy with a nice tropical atmosphere. Also I'd like to add the sisig pancit bowl was amazing. It's like mixing pancit, sisig and Philippine adobo into one. I highly recommend people try that. This is a place I will personally be returning to read more

MF International - Marley burrito with Latin adobo and vegetables - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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the food is really good and u get a really big portion the service is great and there's no lines

I don't get the hype. We tried three things and they were all not worth trying again. I love spicy foods and one of the items was inedible it was so spicy. Too bad, the concept is cool but execution lacking... maybe caught them on a bad day. Hi Jason, responding to your questions. We had the Akeem, the Nutty and duck confit soup. It was the last order of the night so maybe that was the issue. I could tell it could have been good but the soup was really salty and I believe it was the Akeem was very spicy. I'll give it another shot next time in the area. Menu looks great which is why we were disappointed in the results. read more

Amazing food! Visiting from out of town and stumbled upon this place. A wide variety of food to appease everyone's taste buds. I ordered the Yaya Bowl. There were so many flavors on the initial bite. None of the ingredients were overpowering. You can tell it was made fresh and with care. Come try it out! You won't be disappointed. read more

MF International - Yaya bowl! - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

The place has a nice vibe inside, and I like that they serve Coke products. The menu is big, but the text is really small, so it's kind of hard to read unless you're right up close. I like the concept -- it's an interesting fusion idea, and I respect that they're trying something different. That said, the flavors didn't really blend well together for me. Some of the sauces just felt off or needed more sweetness to balance things out. The burrito I ordered was fine, but for $14, it felt pricey, especially since it didn't come with any sides. Honestly, some fries or chips would've made it feel more complete. I also felt like a majority of the burrito was rice with not that much chicken and just a tiny bit of beans. Wife seemed to agree it was just mediocre. Service was a bit slow, and overall the food just reminded me of something you might throw together at home -- only more expensive. It wasn't bad, just not something I'd go out of my way for again. Overall: cool idea, decent atmosphere, but I don't think I'd come back. read more

MF International - Mexican Near Me - Sparks, Nevada