PIKO Mexican Grill

In a neighborhood full of trashy fast food, we were so happy to see this place open. We have eaten here frequently since their November opening, and have never been disappointed. The menu is smallish, but has great options for vegetarians, and can easily accommodate gluten and dairy free diets. The food is always fresh and delicious, and they have options ranging from luxurious (a 65$ steak) to affordable (a generous "rice and beans" lunch bowl that comes loaded with guac, the protein of your choice—I got the lamb birria and they were not stingy with it—and vegetables, for 10$). Fantastic cocktails, gorgeous steak and eggs at brunch, and a nice patio when weather allows. The tall tables by the windows desperately need hooks—there is nowhere to put or hang a bag or hat (that is honestly my only "serious" complaint). Service is earnest and friendly and everyone wants to make sure you have a great experience. They make their salsas (I think there are 9 varieties!) in-house. They are working out some minor technical bugs (I've been told a few times that there will be a wait for this or that, though I've never actually waited long for anything), but this is quickly becoming my favorite local restaurant.

Nice new little spot! Just to start, I have diagnosed Celiacs and was worried when I didn't see any Gluten-free options on the menu. The server was nice enough to explain almost everything is GF, I still wish they had it marked but after eating the guac, three tacos, and a bite of my wife's tamales, I can safely say my stomach was fine. That's less than 20 parts per million of gluten so Celiacs are should be safe here! Prices were right in-line with most other sit-down Mexican places. The mushroom & cactus taco was great. Drinks were good, the paloma glasses are trippy!