Definitely authentic. Entry is through the grocery store. Your choice is carry out from a hot service buffet table or choose from about a dozen tables to sit at for welcoming waitress service. Dining area quite plain, don't visit for the decor there is none. Loud Spanish radio music from the kitchen and the help singing along sets the informal tone while waiting for your food. Choices are quite standard and tradicionals Mexicanos. We tried tamales for an appetizer. They were generously sized but not in husks. We thought they were fried before serving and found that unusual and a little crusty for our tastes. My companion ordered tacos and I chose the huaraches, carne asada. I found the steak a little dry. Not the best nor the worst meal I ever had so for sure try it for yourself it might be to your taste. We washed it down with modelo negra. read more