Celebrated my Girlfriends birthday there last night and we loved the place. Great food. Staff was friendly and helpful. Loved the tuna tostada dish and the fish and chicken tacos were great as well. Wasn’t a huge fan of the short rib dish but it looked wonderful and was cooked perfect but just didn’t like the flavors. We will definitely go back
After googling best margaritas in Toronto this place came up and it did deliver. The food and drinks were pretty good and the service was nothing bymut excellent. Definitely coming back again to enjoy the nice patio.
Waitress recommended Horchata Colada after she patiently listened how I like my drink to be. It was amazing! I loved the drink! Music was good there too! But I hope they fix dripping water � over the table/chair in the patio though!
Decided to try it out on a whim since we were at Distillery anyway. Was not disappointed. Having never eaten at an upscale Mexican restaurant before, I wasn't sure about the menu so we opted for the Chefs sampling. Just to get a little taste of everything. Everything was incredible, the beef tip was out of this world. And the mojitos were fantastic.
Bathrooms left a little to be desired, I agree with the previous poster about that. It is also expensive so be prepared, but that's what you get for eating at Distillery.
Would easily recommend to anyone.
The food, the service, and of course the sangria was just amazing. The food was so well presented and yummy. Excellent couldn’t fault a thing, will certainly come back again. I know why you always have a long queue now.
Incredible service and food! Our server was so knowledgeable that he even suggested drink pairings for our selections! I can’t wait to try more of the menu!
Amazin food our server was Riccardo and he was amazing. Great atmosphere amazing staff
One of the best restaurants out of Mexico where you can eat authentic Mexican food, me, a Mexican, recommend
Had a wonderful experience ~* the staff were courteous, knowledgeable, and of great humour. The ambience was incomparable . Our selections were made with our servers recommendations, and right on the spot for tasty morsels .
Loved the guac! I would not hesitate to recommend dining here, and in fact looking forward to a fast return .
Went there for girls’ night out... loved it! It’s beautiful!!! The margaritas were great, tacos al pastor so delicious, but my favourite was guacamole OMG!!! I highly recommend...
Amazing food and drinks � but portions were really small. Good place to hangout
Great Mexican place!
This restaurant has a cool vibe and atmosphere in the Distillery District of Toronto. You will definitely want to make a reservation, we were there on a Thursday and saw a number of people without reservations who were told it would be over an hour wait. Everything was great, from the margaritas to the queso fundido, to the tacos and the three flavors of ice cream for dessert. It is pretty dark in the restaurant with the use of black lights, but it made the sugar skulls and artwork on the wall look really cool. We were there in the winter, but they had a huge patio with outdoor seating that looked like it would be great in warm weather. Definitely recommend!
Had the world best Churros! Amazing 👌. I had a mojito with tacos and they both were average.
Best Mexican place I have ever tried. I love the distillery district and El Catrin is the place to go for good food. We ordered the vegetarian, the chicken and pork tacos. The chicken and vegetarian tacos were great however the pork tacos were not that good. Nevertheless, I would go back for the amazing atmosphere, fantastic service and food.
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every time you visit El catrin, you are bound to get a waiting if you have not booked a table in advance. If you get a table at walk in without waiting consider yourself lucky. But the wait is worth the food here. I have visited this place 3 times now and every time it has blown my mind. My love for tapas style food and mexican food has increased manifolds after the meal . Though restaurant is definitely heavy on the wallet. What is also interesting is the decor of the restaurant which makes the whole experience special.
First thing which I love about the place is the fresh guacamole they prepare at your table. you would definitely love it.
with so much variety on the tapas I felt overwhelmed by choice, but was delighted with every choice. Only thing which I felt was there were limited options for vegetarians but I enjoyed my non veg options thoroughly.
I server helped us through food and drink options and it definitely helped us order good stuff. Cocktails were great, good alcohol and nice taste. Definitely recommended for special meals or occasions.
Service - 5
Ambience - 5
Food - 5
O El Catrin, situado no Distillery District, conjuga uma decoração fantástica, um serviço de excelência (porventura a sala mais bem gerida que já vi) e uma oferta gastronómica de inegável qualidade, destacando-se uma costilla corta fantástica, que se derrete na boca, um tiradito de pescado bem puxado de picante, e o melhor guacamole que já provei, preparado table side (!) num pilão, a denotar uma conjugação perfeita de todos os ingredientes.
My server (Anthony) was an absolute darling, serving me with warmth and candour. He helped me decide on the perfect drink - the Mayan, which is sooo good!! Sitting in the summer sun, sipping my spicy margarita and listening to the fun music made me extremely happy.
Really enjoyed the decor and atmosphere. The tequila and mezcal selection was impressive. Service staff were attentive and helpful even though the place was filling up quickly. The food was delicious. We sampled so many different dishes from the menu all fresh, clean and powerful flavors. The guacamole table side was a nice touch. I strongly recommend.
An absolutely amazing experience for me for my birthday dinner. My all time favourites were the the elaborate, yet highly authentic decor all around and of course, the margaritas. Almost had the feeling of a East LA Mexican vibe which I really enjoyed so much. Yet another wonderful hidden gem that the historic Distillery District has to offer
Very enjoyable restaurant, we sat outside as the weather permitted it. The music was great and the ambience jolly. However , one thing that needs to be taken into consideration is the lack of waiters to accommodate everyone. We waited quite a while until we got the attention of one.
The food is good however we left hungry, might have been the portions being a bit stingy (Ordered tacos). It is a good idea if you wanna grab a pitcher of sangria and listen to some good music and entertain friends.
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Torontonians love patios during the summer and El Catrin, located in the Distillery District, has one of the best patios. It’s cheery and spacious, but best of all away from any automobile traffic given its location in the middle of the Distillery compound.
To really get the good times started, a bowl of guacamole ($12.95) works wonders. The menu notes it’s “made” tableside, but in reality it’s just a quick crushing of halved avocados with a pestle in front of you. It’s not exactly an extravagant tableside experience, but nonetheless the fruits resist browning.
The guacamole includes plenty of creamy avocado that’s simply flavoured with cilantro, onion, a bit of Serrano chili, and tomatoes. Dip a chip into the creamy concoction while you sip on a cold drink… what else do you need on a nice day?
Weekday lunches are a good time to visit as El Catrin’s not overly busy and they offer a special lunch menu ($16.95) with a choice of soup or salad and two tacos. It also includes a non-alcoholic juice of the day, which was watermelon during my visit, sweet and refreshing.
With my love of shrimp tacos, I had to try their camarones en adobo. Although small in size, the shrimp were cooked well and being tiny there were more to spread out across the taco. The hand-made corn tortilla was a key
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I visited El Catrin for Saturday Morning brunch with friends. The patio is BEAUTIFUL and the restaurant inside is even more gorgeous - they have some stunning murals on the walls along with a floor-to-ceiling bar. The Patio has funky chairs, over-sized lamp shades and peppy Spanish music which really makes it a fun place to visit with friends and family - top marks for ambience.
For apps, we started with Guacamole en la mesa ($12.95) - they make guacamole fresh at the table. Unfortunately, they never provided any lime or dips, as they provided for the table beside us. It tasted nothing out of the ordinary.
For Brunch, I ordered the Torreja Con Manzana ($15.95) which consisted of 4 triangular pieces of french bread, served with caramelized apple, raisins, walnuts and mezcal maple syrup. This dish was sweet, delicious but didn't blow me away. I couldn't taste much of a difference in the Mexican maple syrup either. I also got the Sandia Agua Fresca ($3.50) Watermelon Juice which was a perfect accompaniment to the food, and the hot patio weather.
The rest of the table ordered Torreja Rellana ($15.95) French Toast with Mango, Huevos Cazuela ($14.95) Poached eggs, Camarones En Adobo ($16.95) Shrimp Tacos and Omelet Poblano ($16.95)
The Shrimp Tacos in my opinion were a miss. It looked like they were made in a rush, and barely had any shrimp in it. The shrimp too were small in size with no prominent flavour, which was really pitiful.
Finally, we ended with Churros ($12.95) for the table - they came with Mexican chocolate sauce, dulce de leche and strawberry puree; these were such a winner!! HUGE, crispy and delicioso!
Overall, the portion sizes are small, the prices are steep (~$30 pp), and sure their food is 'Instagram worthy', but definitely needs to be more flavourful. It's worth a visit just for the incredible patio, and the wonderful location inside the Distillery District.
The wait for this place without reservations is long. Looking at 45mins+. But once seated, food comes out really fast. Drinks and food are amazing here. Ordered my usual favourites: Mojito, piña colada, and their piña melon which were all amazing. Ordered their tuna civiche, some yummy spicy shrimp dish, and pulled chicken toco all which are amazing. The restaurant is very hip and has a great patio. Food is pricey though for the portion they provide. The restaurant is tapas style.
I was looking for good Mexican restaurant for many years. A friend recommended it to me. I went on Friday night on a date with my husband. There was a line up and they asked if we wanted to sit at the bar. We agreed. Server was nice right away. Several minutes later he asked us to move one sit left. We moved and then he said thank you and gave us tequilas. It was such a nice and smart move, because I know that people don't like to be moved around and I could feel that my husband wasn't pleased with the fact that they asked him to and I"m sure other people don't like it.
The food was amazing! We had tacos and a salad. Flavors are just in the right proportion. I can't wait to go back and taste other dishes. Btw, they have an amazing patio, inside is beautiful interior.
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I had a wonderful meal here. The Mexican food is very authentic (according to my Mexican friend). The food is served as tapas style so it is meant for sharing.
We started off with the guacamole which I highly recommend. The guacamole is freshly made at your table the they ask if you like it chunky or more smooth so it suits your preference.
We had the Baja tacos and the cod was so light and crispy. The gringa taco was cheesy while the sweetness of the grilled pineapple added another level of flavour to the taco.
The pipian pablano served chicken that was delicious but I think it was the risotto that was amazing. The crucero del amor was a dish of braised beef and fried plantain. The sweetness of the plantain was so good and the beef itself was so tender.
Lastly we ended with churros which came with caramel, chocolate and strawberry sauce. The churros was big and fluffy on the inside but very crispy on the outside.
I loved the whole experience and there isn't a dish that I wouldn't order again. I highly recommend this restaurant.
AMAZING AMBIANCE
In town for only two nights and so glad a local recommended El Catrin to us for dinner! Sat outside around the fire pit for a perfectly romantic dinning experience.
Service: accommodating, polite, cool, personable, and helpful.
Drinks: quick and satisfying
Meal: we had the sautéed vegetables on grilled plaintain patties, some civiche with chips to start - then chicken with nutty rosotto and Baja fish tacos (try with mango and guac on the side!) - everything was stellar!
Killer ambiance, beautiful interio, excellent patio, in one work a must visit place in Toronto.. food is good their shrimp taco is excellent.
This is easily the most beautiful restaurant I've been too! The ambience is amazing. The food menu is a lil difficult to understand for someone who isn't that fluent with Mexican cuisine but the waiters are real nice and helpful. The guacamole is freshly made in front of you and is tasty af. This place is all about the ambience and decor and not much about the food. But still, do give it a visit! Totally recommended.
I've had a lovely start to the Summer so far, and I'm finally back home for a week before I'm heading off again. It's been nice to have some time away from the norm. The only downside is that I don't get to see some lovely people as often to as I would like!. But that's nothing a dinner can't fix. There were a few people I wanted to see while I was in town, and lucky for me, my wish was granted! Jin and Anna suggested we head over to El Catrin, which seems to be the new hot spot in town. Delighted at the chance to try something new, I quickly called to make reservations, but was told that due to their popularity, I would have to go stand in line and cross my fingers that they would grant me a table.
Love the ambience. Got ourselves a table near the fire pit. A chill in the air with the warmth of the fire I fell in love with this place instantly. The servers are friendly, service is prompt and the food is delicious ( huge quantity though)
Excellent place! The staff was very flexible with me moving tables (too sunny to handle) and was quick to serve. Phenomenal food as well! I ordered the Ensalada Mexico and it was honestly one of the best salads I've had. Everyone I was eating with was also very satisfied with their meals and really liked how the portions weren't ridiculously large like most other "Mexican" restaurants. Also had the best guacamole of my life here (and I HATE avocado!!!) they have a plethora of drinks making it easy for anyone to find something they like.
This was by far my favorite mexican restaurant. Awesome decoration inside out. The service is relaxed but sharp when needed. And the food is amazing. Lobster tacos for the win!!!
We had mini vegetariano burrito and Pollo con mole. Great blend of all the species. Great service and staff. The patio ambience is just awesome. We had to wait for about 20-25. But it was totally worth it. Large options in bar. Its a great place to catch up with your friends
I had lunch on a sunny hot afternoon when a hot taco and cool mojito are the perfect combo my friend and I ordered the fish tac i s. They were good but j found them a bit salty. We also had the tuna and watermelon ceviche. It sounds weird but it was delicious with fresh house made chips. We also share corn esquitos. They were a little boring. Some fresh cilantro and maybe jalapenos would have elevated it. Its a gorgeous patio made for those hot summer days.
Top notch guac and margaritas! They make the guacamole right at the table. I had Heuvos Rancheros which was very tasty. Definitely recommend!
Nadege Kelechian Vergura
+4.5
Beautiful patio with heaters and a fire pit. Amazing Mexican food with a modern twist. Friendly and attentive service. They will bring a blanket if you are cold. guacamole made at the table always a treat. Reservations a must.
Mexican tapas with that Distillery District sophistication. At night, this restaurant's fantastic interior comes alive with vibrant fiesta-like colors. Bring your hungry friends and feast on the menu inside or outside under the lamps and stars on the patio. Did I mention the wonderful bar? Drinks all around! Cheers!
Great atmosphere and music. Fun place to have a few drinks and snacks. Mojitos are fantastic as is the guacamole. We had ours with a side of crickets?!? Other menu items are generally OK. But beware... Portions are small and prices are high.
Very cool decor, awesome French toast with mango butter (delish!), can't go wrong with the tacos. I tried the ceviche for my 2nd trip and I wasn't disappointed. Great brunch vibe. Definitely recommended for good times in the Distillery!
Great atmosphere great food, drinks are on point. Guacamole is mashed table side to your liking (chunky or smooth). Service lagged a little towards the end but a great experience all the same. Will be returning to try other items on the menu
Came for brunch a few weeks ago when my sister was in town. We sat on the patio even though it was November and the heat lamps were suprisingly hot -- I even had to take my jacket off!!
The service was slow, but the server was nice enough, even if we did have to wait awhile for refills on coffee. We all really enjoyed the food, I had the Huevos Cazuela and it was really tasty. I hadn't heard great things about the food here, but the brunch was good, the patio was awesome.
We visited El Catrin last night after wandering around the Christmas Market. The staff were friendly and attentive. The décor and ambiance were electric. We loved the giant mural along the back wall. Anywho - onto the food. We started with the ATUN TOSTADITAS ($10 for 2) and they were really delicious - definitely set the tone for the meal. After that, we had the PASTELITO DE CANGREJO ($10 for 4) and these were kind of "bleh." Fortunately, the CEVICHE PACIFICA ($13) brought us back! My first ceviche, but definitely not my last. After that, we moved on to the MINI POLLO BURRITO ($12 for 4) and they were a big hit. The jalapeno-pickled onion was a nice touch and definitely complimented the flavours of the burrito. We finished with the BAJA FISH TACOS ($15 for 3) and they were the perfect way to cap off a delicious meal.
This is a great place for tapas. The restaurant had a great vibe and the staff were very accommodating. I went with some friends and we decided to go with the tasting menu as it looked like it was a good value and our waitress had no issues with our dietary restrictions/allergies we had amongst the 4 of us. The selections were delicious and we also ordered a mojito pitcher. If you don't mind spending a bit more on a different experience, this place is a great stop. Their "spicy" wasn't very spicy so be sure to ask for extra hot sauces on the side if you prefer your meals with more of a kick.
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If this review was based solely on decor, atmosphere and location, as well as service then it would be a solid 5/5. However, for a restaurant with so much potential and hype, I think the food was simply good, not great.
We made a reservation on Saturday evening and were seated at the upstairs balcony overlooking the entire restaurant, such a fantastic seat with an incredible view. Our server was bubbly, friendly and helpful with explaining the portion sizes and sharing plates. I ordered a glass of red sangria (my classic go-to) and A.gontoulas ordered a beer. We were told ahead of time that food comes out based on what is made in the kitchen so be prepared for any of our ordered items to arrive at any time, interesting. The first item to arrive was the Ensalata Destilera with shrimp, papaya and mango in a vinaigrette. This was a fresh salad but I found the papaya and mango to be mushy instead of crunchy, the texture thew me off a little. Then our 7oz flat iron steak came out sliced and cooked to perfection with a bed of salsa made of olives and other ingredients around it, this was simply delicious. Then our Guacamole and chips arrive, the server crushed and mixed the guac right in front of us in a traditional molcajete. It was a bit awkward after the first 10 seconds because it seemed as though he was standing there mixing for over a minute, I do appreciate the gesture and watching my food made before my eyes though. Next came the Ginga tacos we ordered but they looked like quesadillas (you can see it in my photos). When ordering, I was surprised to find out that you can't pick different types and all 3 tacos in an order must be the same (so disappointing) so we settled for the pork. When we inquired why they looked what the dish was when it arrived, our server said it was the tacos but split into 4 pieces so that we could share. This was very thoughtful and made our experience more pleasant. However, the tacos were disappointing considering the tasted exactly like quesadillas and didn't look anything like tacos. Our mini burritos (an appetizer) came last and were good, the sauce they came with was delicious. We decided to finish off on a sweet note and went with the obvious choice at a Mexican joint: Tres Leches cake. It was a rather small portion as the dinner items were, our server mentioned these were also sharing sizes. The cake was delicious and moist, topped with caramel corn. We also ordered the fresh ice cream trio: banana, mango and raspberry. All delicious and contrasting in flalour (creamy vs. sorbet | tangy vs. sweet).
Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner but the food didn't blow us away. I've been dining at a lot of Mexican joints recently and can say that I've had better tacos elsewhere. However, I would love to give the other tacos a chance considering I was stuck eating 4 of the same type due to their restrictions.
Food was great! Portions are small but packed with lots of flavor. Eat outside on the patio, the atmosphere is not as good indoors. Patio is first come first serve but it's definitely worth it. Great date night spot or a good group dining spot.
Full marks on decor, drinks and service. Price and food (kind of important) bring it down a few notches. Be prepared to scramble in case of a sudden downpour if you're seated on the patio, there're no umbrellas or canopies so you're at mother nature's mercy. The inside decor is very interesting and colourful but not tacky, you can just stare around if there's a lull. Drinks are tasty and if you're a tequila connoisseur they have a nice selection and are willing to talk about it (you can practice your Spanish). Everyone is friendly and accommodating so no complaints there. Cevihce is very fresh. We tried 3 out of 4 and liked them all. Now to the so-so part. Mains seemed a little bland. Have trouble even remembering what we had. Portions are on the small side. Will be back for drinks and apps.
Probably our favourite restaurant ever! The coolest vibe and amazing food! A Mexican tapas style joint with high end tastes!
Fresh guac made right at your table...which is unreal! The shrimp tacos were one of the best bites we've ever had...ever! We ordered more! A little pricey but worth every penny!
I went here with my friends and we stayed in the patio. The place has a very nice ambiance that will make you want to go back. Their food was not the best, but it was good and a little pricey. We had shrimp bucket that I wouldn't mind not ordering again, lobster pops that is really good, Baja tacos that I recommend and also the awesome guacamole. I had mojito with reposado for drinks that I like a lot. The service was good, server wasn't pushy when we were taking our time ordering and leaving the place while we were just talking. The interior and exterior of this place will make you think if you are where you really are. The only downside about it is the line up for the patio are usually long and the seating inside is always fully booked, but to think, how can they not have a line up. Lol. Anyways. This place is a definite must if you're looking for a cool place to hang out with your friends
Came here for my birthday, and after about a 40 minute wait in line with a cash bar, I will deffinately say it was worth it. Traditional Mexican food, perfect for large groups (there was 6 of us). Tacos are hands down amazing, and food comes out of the kitchen very fast. Perfect with some Corona's and tequila, a great place, will deffinately come here more often.
Absolutely loved this place ! Its huge and buzzing with activity. Be prepared to wait for a table on most evenings . We chose to sit outside.. The vibe is trendy and cheerful! I had a Mezcalteles which had bergamot tea, agave nectar and lemon juice . It was delicious. The guac was quite fresh. Unfortunately , the crickets were out of stock. I had an octopus salad and crab fritters , which were perfectly cooked . This place is great for a birthday/anniversary. I will definitely visit again
Dined at El Catrin last night based on a lot of recommendations. We started with the guac and tortilla chips and then the tuna ceviches. Our main course comprised of a variety of tacos that included the pulled pork variant and the Baja tacos. We ended with some burritos. My favorite part of the meal though was the drinks! Loved the sangria that we ordered a pitcher of and the guys sure did enjoy their pitcher of beer. All in all it's a place that boasts of an awesome ambiance and good food, so do visit!
If you haven't been, go NOW! Buried in the heart of the distillery district. The atmosphere is so much fun and the patio is beautiful. The food is amazing. Modern twist on authentic Mexican food. The guacamole is great and made table side. We added crickets for some crunch (try it! Crickets are nutty!).
Went here for Friday night dinner with a couple of girlfriends. Was able to make a reservation in advance. Food and service was great! Portions are smaller and better for sharing, like tapas. Of the 10 dishes we tried, my personal favourites were the guacamole, Baja tacos, and mini pollo burritos. Atmosphere is vibrant and unique. Would love to try the patio next time, but the lineup was too long this time.
So, me and my girlfriends wanted to have a very relaxed sunday night and decided to go to El catrin. Full crowded but we had an amazing time, with good food and good music. Most recommended item on the list to try has to be guacamole, so freshly prepared right in front of you. They had different types of mojito, we settled for mojito with tequila and boy, talk about having the best one so far. In all, our impromptu plan of visiting el Catrin ended in the most amazing way possible.
My girlfriends and I made an impromptu Sunday night plan, expecting a very casual mundane dinner but as we entered El Catrin it completely turned around our moods. The music, vibe, atmosphere and ambience were marvelous! We called for a pitcher of their special mojito made with tequila which totally lived upto our expectations. The fresh guac was finger lickin good and so were their bite sized veggie burritos! Great food, place and service.
Great decor and ambiance. Food is excellent and consistently good quality. Had lunch during pan am games and it was the only time we didn't need a reservation! Get here early as it fills by late afternoon.
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We hit the jackpot here. It was a beautiful day and this restaurant set in the beautiful, historic Distillery District has a huge outside patio that was perfect for enjoying the sunshine with an eclectic assortment of tables and chairs, heaters and a central fire pit. The waiter walked us through the menu and explained that most were small servings and it was best to order 2-3 plates per person and share tapas style. In the end the 5 of us picked a pretty diverse selection, all paired with great margaritas. Things come as they are ready - not all at once - so it was too hard to stop eating and take pictures each time. We started with guacamole which they made right at the table (ended up ordering a second). This was followed with PASTELITO DE CANGREJO (Crab Fritters), TAMAL ISTMENO (like a small tamale), ENSALADA DE KIKO (Quinoa Salad), Pulled Chicken Mini Burritos, Shrimp and Lobster Tacos and one more that escapes me. Absolutely everyone's hands down favourite was the little mini crab fritters. They came 4 servings per plate. I personally could have gone through a dozen. Great food, really interesting menu, wonderful service and great ambiance. If you sit outside, be sure to take a look at the inside restaurant. It's really interesting.
Loved the patio and decor so pretty here!! Ceviche was OK , tortillas and homemade guac were delicious. Cant wait to go back . Definitely a patio worth going to in the summer!
Its a great place to hang on a hot day with lots of seat on the patio and plenty of room inside. Beautiful decoration and nice ambiance to chill and enjoy the summer. I would totally recommend the patio.
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We just went the other day with a large group and I've been thinking about how to best characterize the place without being unfair.
Location. Ambience. Decor. Menu. Taste. This place has all the tick boxes in all the right spots, but I finally put my finger on why it's good, not great: it's the rich but not as accomplished cousin to La Carnita. If not for my mind blowing LC experience, this would definitely have scored higher. But alas, my eyes were pre-opened and my bar was set too high. Thanks for ruining good Mexican for everyone else LC.
But I digress. Back to Catrin. What you notice right away are the high ceilings and the Day of the Dead (something like Halloween to the rest of us) decor throughout. Posada-esque lithographs of Catrin (the resto's namesake), Santa Muerte, and what I can only assume to be El Diablo (the mythical entity not the drink) imagery adorn the place throughout. The high ceilings and the warehouse look add to the strong "I think we took a wrong turn at Albuquerque" feel of the place. For ambience and authenticity: 15 out of 10.
The food is also very good. We mainly stayed with the corn chips/dips and the tacos. The guac is hand made on the spot reminiscent of the authentic Tex/Mex places you find in southern Texas or Arizona (I've never been to Mexico so can't really compare), with generous amounts of garlic and cilantro. Just perfect! The tacos are also very good. We pretty much had a bit of everything on the menu. Standouts were the lobster and shrimp tacos and the fried fish tacos, but can't really complain about any of the other ones either. I did ask for a hot sauce and got their in house made habenero. Watch out! It's on fire!
So why not give a five? Well... you see... it's not like La Carnita. I know, totally unfair, but it's the little things like the paprika powder, the wedge of lime, the over salted chips... can't explain in precise terms, but if you could take the extras from LC and put them in this location, there wouldn't be a need for another Mexican taco joint in the city.
Fashionable Foodie TO
+4.5
A trip to Mexico! The food is authentic and so delicious. Spicy Caeser & Menta Pepino to start, followed by Huevos Rancheros & Huevos Cazuela, with Churros to finish! The service dressed in red was very helpful and provide menu suggestions. You Gotta Check This One Out!
Been here many a time and for the most part it's the atmosphere that keeps me coming back. The interior is one of the best in the city, especially in that upper-casual bracket. The food keeps up with the atmosphere too. Tacos are always a hit with lots of great Mexican dishes to go with it. Starting with their guacamole is an absolute must. Busy restaurant all the time...but for good reason
The atmosphere alone is something worth going back for. I've been to this restaurant every season of the year from patios lunches in summer to fall & winter dinners on the inside. The vibe is fantastic, the guacamole made in front of me was delicious and the thought of more ceviche keeps me up at night. Not many places in the city can produce a well executed ceviche without it being too salty, having too much of a fishy smell or bothering one's stomach. This place really sets the standard for not only the Mexican food I go out to eat but also the ceviche I try elsewhere. Loved this place. I'd attach a picture but between the ceviche, fresh guac, churros, swordfish & lobster tacos I didn't have the patience to take pictures. Look forward to being here again, ESPECIALLY the patio!
Always good. I love the atmosphere and we have brought family here from out of town since it has such a cool unique vibe to it. Chef Olivier always delivers great food. Food and service are always consistent and reliable. Patio is so much fun. Make sure you finish with the churros!!!
Had a great time!. It was the first time visit for me and my husband and we were pleased. Great food, great ambience. Food and drinks came on time even though the place was crowded. Will definitely recommend this place to my friends and it's going to be one of my favorite place to visit again. Keep up the good work.
Amazing guac! This place is great for sharing plates. Their selection of tacos is pretty good. I think what really makes this place is the ambiance. The decor is gothic in a "day of the dead" sense with a modern and fun feel. Their sangria is also great to share if you're in a group. Amazing Patio in part of the city that already has so much character!
Awesome meal. Delicious. Try the crickets☺
Excellent service and atmosphere. First patio meal this season. Outdoor heaters are fantastic. Definitely coming back soon.
When they say small, they mean it..tasty though. Group of four - four apps, guac ok, nothing special, crab fritters were actually crab lollypops on lollypop sticks so that gives you an idea of size, ensiled destileria a mango a papaya salad was good and a fair size, plus charred corn off the cob, tasty but a little less than a cup served to us. Next we had two orders of tacos (6) we all liked the cod the best, pulled chicken was good too. We each ordered a main and had the flat iron steak and the scallops. Both were good, loved the tomatillos the steak rested on. We finished with churros that were warm and crispy. We all agreed we would return.
Great cocktails and some of the best margaritas I have tried. Loved the baja fish taco they were amazing. We also ordered one chicken taco which was par average and a beef taco which was above average. The chips and guacamole were fantastic, it had the right texture and flavor. Loved the ambience and vibe of the place very hip and vibrant. One visit is a must.
Nice place with great vibes. It's busy on weekends for sure, so you may have to wait at least half an hour for an outdoor table. Food was good but be prepared to shell out a bit. Service was really good and quick. Explore the place around as well.
The food and ambiance at this establishment was fantastic. Our server recommended great drink options - we loved the mulled wine and margaritas we ordered. The chicken tacos were flavorful. The guacamole was fresh but needed a bit more seasoning. This was quickly taken care of as our server brought us their house hot sauces. He made sure to alert us of peanuts in the sauce which was very considerate. Overall, we had a great lunch. My only suggestion would be to invest in more heaters as we were not seated by the fire pit and we felt a bit chilly with one heater for a table of 3. We will definitely be coming back in warmer weather.
What a great experience from start to finish! I had booking issues so stopped by on my way home. They totally set me up. Had great food, amazing company and accommodations for my avocado allergy. The service was fantastic and the food was music to my tummy. Sooooo good that i forgot to take pics 🎶❤️
Ambience: 4.5; Drinks: 4; Food: 2.75; Service: 3
One should definitely visit for the feel, ambience and drinks. Do make sure you book the table well in advance. Food was okay. We tried the vegetarian options, so you might give a chance to their regular food.
Great ambiance and decor, feels like you are transported to Mexico. The service was very attentive, we had a baby and our waitress Megan happily accommodated my many requests. Food overall is solid, the fish taco was exceptional and definite crowd pleaser. Unfortunately at the time they don’t take reservation for the patio so we didn’t get to sit on the patio like we had originally hoped.
Went to this place for get together. The service is great, add to that great selection of cocktails. The gang loved the cocktail options.
I was taken over by the ambience. Lovely place if you would like to wind down with a drink. The outdoor seating is really good.
I love my Mexican food to be greasy. The food here is no doubt healthy, but lacks the factor available at the roadside or smaller Mexican joints.
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