El Tucán Authentic Mexican Cuisine

This is our go-to place. Loved them as Real Jalisco and are so glad they are back in Blue Springs as El Tucan. Few things you should know: while Tex Mex is tasty, order it here and you are missing out on some truly special dishes. Try the Mariposa Jalisco. It’s our family’s favorite - chicken (pork is good too), with just the right spice in a tasty mushroom and cactus sauce and it feels clean and fresh which can be challenging at a Mexican restaurant. If you’re not a fan of spice, try the Pollo a la Parilla. If you do like spice, request spicy salsa with your chips. Their shrimp tacos (Tacos Chapala) and the Tacos El Tucan are also excellent. The creamy chicken and veggies of Pollo al Chipotle are perfect comfort food. If you enjoy vegetarian dishes, please try the Enchiladas espinaca and tell me what sort of magic they use to make humble spinach other worldly. Most of their items are gluten free (with the exception of their chips) if you need that. The owners are gracious and accommodating and just some of the best people I’ve come to know.

Second time this week we’ve been here. The food is hot, freshly made and delicious. Full of flavor and just enough spice. They were careful about Gluten cross contamination. Servers and the owners are attentive, friendly and prompt. Definitely worth the drive. Try the Tequila Martini! It’s happiness in a glass