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A bowl of Mexican soup that feels like a familiar, comforting tradition.

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Mexican restaurant

Colorful, clean interior with bright decor and window seating creates a cheerful vibe. Loud music and large screens show sports, attracting a lively crowd. Tables feature multiple hot sauces, enhancing the authentic Mexican dining experience.

Soup comes with a generous amount of protein, including a drumstick, part of a breast, and wing. It contains zucchini, bell pepper, onion, carrots, potatoes, corn, celery, and a side of onion with cilantro and rice. Beef stew soup is available but priced a bit high.

Tacos stand out with fish, carne asada, and shrimp options that pack bold flavors. Burritos come generously stuffed with meat and beans, including a notable wet burrito variety. Chips and salsa offer a flavorful start to the meal.

People are saying

"The service here is so warm and welcoming, they always ensure you have chips and salsa."

"The Mexican food here is authentic and delicious."

"I'm so happy with this delicious soup."

Good to know

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Parking is available in the rear lot.

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Reservations are allowed for private parties and events.

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The restaurant specializes in seafood with over one hundred dishes.

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Mexican restaurant offers covered patios with live music and flat screen TVs showing sports. Atmosphere ranges from upbeat and lively with karaoke to loud and overwhelming on weekends. Outdoor seating is comfortable but near a noisy road, and parking can be limited during busy times.

A small cup of Zombie soup arrives as a free appetizer or welcome drink. It tastes like comfort food and works well for cold days or when feeling under the weather.

Fish tacos stand out with fresh, flavorful fillings. Tostada de ceviche de pescado comes loaded with generous ceviche. Birria and brazero offer rich, hearty options. Variety includes micheladas with shrimp, guacamole, and a mix of seafood like oysters and callo.

People are saying

"The seafood here is amazing, especially the shrimp."

"The outdoor space has a great ambiance and comfortable seating."

"You have to try the Zombie soup; it's total comfort food."

Good to know

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Parking can be tricky during busy times, especially on weekends.

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The restaurant offers specials from Monday to Friday.

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The menu includes a variety of seafood options, including tacos and cocktails.

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Mexican restaurant

Outdoor dining under a large tent creates a Mexico-by-the-sea vibe with vibrant colors and festive decor. Live mariachi music fills the space, often loud enough to dominate conversations. The atmosphere buzzes with energetic, lively spirit centered on authentic Mexican seafood.

Shrimp soups come free with fried tortillas and taste really delicious. Caldo de res is light and flavorful, standing out as a favorite. The zombie soup also adds a unique touch to the menu.

Fish soup, brazier tacos, and octopus ceviche stand out with flavors that differ from typical Mexican food. Dishes like birria quesadillas and Michelada Modelo with shrimp add variety to the menu.

People are saying

"The seafood here is delicious and incredibly flavorful."

"The Mexican food here is delicious and incredibly flavorful."

"The shrimp soup here is amazing and delicious."

Good to know

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Arrive before noon on sunny days to avoid long wait times.

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Expect over 30 minutes wait to be seated on weekends.

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Parking can be difficult to find in the area.

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Mexican restaurant

Heavy old school Tex-Mex influence shapes a warm, down home atmosphere with decor that transports to the late 1970s. The place fills up with a crowd drawn to traditional soups like albondigas and menudo, served in a simple, family-owned setting with outdoor seating in back.

Beef soup stands out as a signature dish, drawing many orders. The chilaquiles Verde offers a unique twist on soup, while the albondigas delivers classic Mexican meatball flavors.

Menudo stands out as a perfect and delicious dish here. The menu also features caldos like caldo de res, caldo de pollo, and pozole, along with tasty burritos and enchiladas that many find remarkable.

People are saying

"I considered Trine's Cafe my favorite Mexican joint."

"The breakfast burrito had bacon, egg, and hash brown."

"I thought the beef soup here was the best I ever had."

Good to know

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Trine's Cafe accepts only cash payments.

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Parking can get tight around the cafe.

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Prices are inexpensive considering the quality of food.

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Seafood restaurant

Small, clean seafood restaurant with family-friendly atmosphere and lively karaoke. Decor mixes modern simplicity with cheerful touches like smiling flowers. Music varies from perfect to loud, creating a welcoming yet energetic vibe.

Generous portions include crab legs, shrimp, and scallops with tender fish and potatoes. Some soups lack key ingredients like garlic and tomatoes, and others have undercooked carrots and hard potatoes.

Menudo stands out with its rich flavor. Fish tacos feature grilled seabass that is fresh and delicate. The fajita mix and filet Diablo platter offer a variety of spicy and seasoned options with rice, salad, and corn tortillas.

People are saying

"The seafood here is so fresh and delicious."

"The Mexican food's sauces are perfectly balanced and the ingredients taste so fresh."

"The seafood soup has generous portions with lots of variety."

Good to know

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Karaoke starts at 6:30 pm, available in Spanish or English.

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Reservations are recommended for busy nights, especially during karaoke.

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Expect a lively atmosphere during karaoke nights.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant with a clean, airy space and pleasant atmosphere offers bilingual staff and late hours. Tables always have ample napkins, and prices stay around reasonable mid-range. The vibe suits those seeking authentic flavors in a tidy, welcoming setting.

Caldo de pollo stands out with its rich chicken flavor and lots of vegetables. The soups offer a solid, satisfying option for a warm meal.

House-made nachos and salsa start the meal with deep-fried tacos used as chips. Burritos have perfect flavors, and the red salsa stands out as a favorite. Menudo, carnitas torta, asada fries, and carne asada super quesadilla offer a solid variety of Mexican dishes.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, delicious, and made with clean ingredients."

"Mrs. Alejandra's service makes the Mexican food here great."

"I thought the chicken soup was super delicious."

Good to know

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Prices for large burritos are around $15 each.

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The restaurant is open late, making it a good option for night meals.

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The staff speaks both English and Spanish, aiding communication.

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Mexican restaurant

Outdoor seating on a sunny patio creates a casual, breezy atmosphere with a welcoming, family-like vibe. Indoor space feels small and sparse, while the quiet street adds to the calm setting. The place offers a wide variety of authentic Mexican food in a clean environment.

Rustic, chunky soups like Caldo chicken come with rice, handmade tortillas, and side spices. Options include fish and beef soups, with some containing chili pepper, and preparation can take some time.

Super tacos come with double wrapped tortillas and piping hot fillings like chili verde. Burritos offer fresh flavors with beans, rice, and cheese, while tacos feature authentic ingredients like avocado instead of guacamole and melted cheese with tender pork or fish.

People are saying

"The lengua tacos here are tender and flavorful."

"The Mexican food here is amazing, especially the tacos."

"The Caldo chicken soup was really yummy and chunky."

Good to know

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Ordering and paying happens before sitting down; no reservations needed.

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The restaurant offers all-day breakfast options.

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There is plenty of seating available both inside and outside.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant with a worn appearance and family atmosphere offers a busy, homey vibe. Handmade tortillas and flavorful pozole stand out amid an environment that feels open and welcoming. Cash-only policy and lack of air conditioning mark practical aspects of the experience.

Chicken soup offers a perfect balance of flavors. Pork soups soak up spices and chiles, adding a rich depth to the broth.

Pozole stands out with its tangy warmth and rich aroma of spices and hominy. Handmade tortillas and crispy tostadas add texture, while menudo and burritos offer solid, authentic flavors.

People are saying

"This food's pozole is a festival of flavorful, warming spices."

"The pozole's broth is a festival of zesty, robust flavors."

"This soup's vibrant, zesty broth is a festival of flavors."

Good to know

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They only accept cash, so plan accordingly.

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El Grullo is open every day until 11pm.

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The place is very clean and well-maintained.

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Open space with live Mariachi music and multiple large screens creates an upbeat, lively atmosphere filled with loud Ranchero-style music and karaoke. The setting blends a sports bar vibe with an authentic Mexican feel, making it energetic and vibrant rather than quiet or intimate.

7 mares soup and zombie soup stand out as flavorful options. Tortilla soup with shrimp is also available, and sometimes they bring free soup and chips.

Seafood dishes stand out with the Molcajete Costa Alegre, a mix of shrimp, crab, octopus, fish, and mussels in chipotle cream sauce served with handmade tortillas. Tacos with shrimp, shrimp ceviche, and mixed tostadas also feature prominently alongside the pozole and 7 mares soup.

People are saying

"The seafood here is excellent and the service is attentive."

"The Mexican food here is great; the service is outstanding."

"The service here is excellent and very attentive."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every Saturday night, creating a lively atmosphere.

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Special food deals are available every weekday, including half-off micheladas on Mondays and Fridays.

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Parking spaces are limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.

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