by Washington Washington
Here’s a concept that might be catching on at this here website…
Last night, a group of sixteen people met at Los Mariachis Mexican Restaurant (201 Gay Street) to eat, drink and review the place. It was epic… A long table “last supper” style table was fashioned out of four normal “everyday” tables, and everything went pretty smooth.
First, I have to hand it to the staff at Mariachis for handling us so well. I mean, there were sixteen of us, getting beer’d up and being loud. The staff was well prepared and got (almost) everything right.
Second, no matter what the reviews below say, this place is a great bargain / value. Our bill was just around $185.00. That’s unheard of in this day and age.
Now, on to the reviews…
FEMALE #1
Order: Chicken Enchiladas (Verdes) Platter ($8.75)
Comment: Good comfort food. Good amount of everything. More refried beans would have made it perfect.
Would you order this again?: YES
MALE #1
Order: Tex Mex Taco Platter ($8.75)
Comment: Great tacos! Simple, but tasty grilled sweet onions on tacos!
Would you order this again?: YES
FEMALE #2
Order: Tamale Combo ($10.95)
Comment: Not the best I ever had. The flavor and texture of the tamales was decent, but the corn-to-meat ratio fell more on the corn side.
Would you order this again?: YES
MALE #2
Order: Chicken Enchiladas (Rojas) Platter ($8.75)
Comment: Chicken was well prepared. Refried beans spoke eloquently. Rice was tender but understanding. Ambience was sorely lacking.
Would you order this again?: YES
FEMALE #3
Order: Cheese Enchiladas (Verdes) Platter ($8.75)
Comment: Super tasty! The green sauce was the perfect temperature. Accompanied by rice and beans, it made the perfect dinner.
Would you order this again?: YES
MALE #3
Order: Veggie Burrito ($6.50)
Comment: Very plain… Only rice with a little bit of beans, lettuce, and tomato. No onions of peppers. However, I had some of the other burritos here before and they are excellent.
Would you order this again?: NO
FEMALE #4
Order: Stuffed Papper ($9.00) + Chicken Taco ($2.00) + Fried Plantain w/ Sour Cream ($3.50
Comment: The stuffed papper was not like what I was expecting. The papper was fried and I did not like the sauce. I did like the chicken tacos however. (NOTE: the plantain was not mentioned in this diner’s review, but I tried some, and it was pretty good)
Would you order this again?: NO and YES
MALE #4
Order: ???
Comment: A little over what I’d like to spend, but it’s always good food, good service, and good fun. They treat customers like good chicos and chicas. Would like them to have a twice grilled burrito. (NOTE: there was also what appeared to be a crudely drawn penis on the reviewer’s card)
Would you order this again?: YES
FEMALE #5
Order: Chile Rellano ($9.00)
Comment: A little spicy… Excellent cheese (fried flavor, not so good). Nice china! I’ll stick with my usual veggie quesadillas.
Would you order this again?: NO
MALE #5
Order: Tex-Mex Enchiladas ($7.75)
Comment: I worked in a Mexican restaurant for a couple years. I give them a 7 out of 10. Some things lacked flavor and heat.
Would you order this again?: MAYBE
FEMALE #6
Order: Tex-Mex Combo (pork): 1 taco, 1 tamale, 1 chimi ($10.50)
Comment: A Mexican dream came to life with friendly service and an “authentic” feel; worth the meal. Not sure of the mystery meat, but the main food is flavorful. The BYOB is a plus – go with friends.
Would you order this again?: Not intentionally, but then again I didn’t order it in the first place.
MALE #6
Order: Tex-Mex Combo (1 taco, 1 tamale, 1 chimi) ($10.50)
Comment: Taco, rice and tamale are decent. Cheesy chimichanga with chicken was delicious!
Would you order this again?: YES
FEMALE #7
Order: Enchiladas Mole ($8.75)
Comment: Generous portions… Pretty good.
Would you order this again?: YES
MALE #7
Order: Mexican Platter (2 enchiladas, 2 mini quesadillas and 2 stuffed peppers) ($15.00)
Comment: Excellent sampling of great Mexican standards. The stuffed peppers were tops!
Would you order this again?: YES
FEMALE #8
Order: Pollo Guisado con Arroz (Stewed Chicken w/ rice, beans, salad) ($11.00)
Comment: Delicious! Chicken melted off the bone, salad was yummy and the rice & beans rocked!
Would you order this again?: YES
MALE #8
Order: ??? ($9.95)
Comment: Chicken, lime, lettuce, fresh chopped onion, stewed jalapeño in a soft corn tortilla. Add in the cilantro and do I really need to say anything else?
Would you order this again?: YES
I didn’t know this blog had 16 readers! excellent!
And with you, it makes 17! Sweeeet!
Good review, still makes me teary-eyed to sit in the section that was once my beloved Kohn’s, though. I definitely agree with the review of the tamales. As to male reviewer 4, if you want a twice grilled burrito, make a run for the border.
I picked up my take-out at 8:35 last night, saw the group, laughed walking home and told the girl “I know it washington washington, had to be”. My food was outstanding naturally. Also, because of your group my take-out took 20 min. prep. instead of the normal 10 min…
Morgan Morgan, you say too much. We take our secret identities very seriously. You may want to be extra careful walking down the dark, tree lined avenue you call home.
Actually, Taco Lover, I was one of the 16 diners, but I don’t read this blog. In fact, I don’t read at all. So, “admin” (if that is your real name) you’re back down to 16 readers. Tough luck.