One of Torrington's best new restaurants. Don't underestimate its quality and freshness. Friendly staff, home made chips and astoundingly delicious guacamole. Not too salty or acidic, but rather, savory, rich and creamy, and a veritable meal unto itself. I got three tacos with shrimp, carne, and fried cod. Super high quality ingredients. The carne was a little dry but easily remedied with the green tomato salsa. The food at the other tables was equally impressive. Especially the grilled octopus. I saw many remnants from Hanks, the previous restaurant, but it was lighter and more colorful and festive, with hanging banners, and friendly upbeat bar tenders and hosts, who were genuinely hospitable and attentive. We will be back to experience the rooftop dining as the weather allows. read more

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I'm really disappointed to see this restaurant closing....Torrington people you NEED to support your local business owners. Otherwise you will just have Taco Bell and McDonalds! Come on! Food was always great! I dine here in the summer when I visited CT. Great chef great food stop all the "prices were to high!" Compares to what Taco Bell? Torrington support the little you have left in town!! read more

So glad I tried this spot for a recent Sunday brunch. The vibe was relaxed with good music and a bright atmosphere. The food was amazing!! The owners and staff here are friendly and are on top of everything. You feel like you're dining with family. I've been back a few times since for lunch and dinner and I'm pleased to report that the food quality is top-notch in everything they make. As always no true Mexican meal for me is complete without an original margarita, which I did try and was not disappointed. read more

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3.5 stars. This Mexican restaurant is located on the second floor of a brick building. It had its own parking lot shared with other businesses. There's even a rooftop. The decor was clean and inviting. Unfortunately, the place is not handicap accessible and there is no elevator. We were able to carry the baby carriage up; we also used it as a high chair since they didn't have any. Other than that, the service was excellent. I started off with Mexican corn ($8.75); it had mayo and cotija cheese on it. This was good but it was missing the spice element which would normally be tajin. I had to try out their house margarita because tacos and margaritas go hand in hand. The margarita was good but on the smaller side for the price ($13.75). For my entree, I chose the pick three tacos option ($14.75); they offered spicy green salsa for the tacos: Pollo asado: grilled chicken/onion/cilantro- this was decent, wished it had some cheese and spices to tie it together. Carne asada: grilled steak/onion/cilantro-same chicken comment as the pollo asado Fish tacos: beer batter cod/cole slaw- this was my favorite, the beer batter and cole slaw went well together. If I didn't have the spicy green salsa, not sure I would've enjoyed it as much. In terms of value and flavor, I'd say the place is okay. The service was great so I bumped it up to 3.5 stars. read more

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Wanted a later snack the last night in our Airbnb so placed an order via GrubHub to pick up on our own about 10 minutes later. Appreciated the prompt service. The nachos and taquitos were fantastic and filled with flavor. Definitely tasted authentic and freshly made. The owner or manager greeted us, gave us the tip to just order for pick up and not use a food service like GrubHub, etc because of the extra fees. Also she gave us menus for brunch and their regular days. While we didn't actually eat at the restaurant, we saw the rooftop bar and inside seating area, and really liked the ambience. If we lived near the area or were to visit again, we would definitely get takeout or eat at this restaurant again. read more

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Casa Valijo is a must-stop-in place! The owner, Valerria, and her husband Everett will make you feel welcome and treat you like family. And Valerria knows all about Tequila and markets her own! Their drinks and their food are fantastic. Myron and the Trio play there every other Friday from 6-10pm. Great talent... smooth jazz to soothe the soul! I came in after visiting only twice, and the owner and her husband called me by name! You NEED to visit Casa Valijo! read more

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The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and gives a very comfortable at-home type of vibe, Valeria is also always so kind and welcoming. The servers are always very attentive and friendly and the food was phenomenal! the seafood is genuinely fresh and delicious which is rare, meat is full of flavor without being doused in seasonings and salt. Drinks have a perfect balance and are delicious. Wonderful Service, got my drink within 5 or so minutes of ordering! Overall a great spot for a date/anniversary/event worth celebrating! Will be coming back again and again! read more

Casa Valijo - surf and turf tacos - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

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Drinks were very good. Elote corn very good. Unfortunately I didn't like the chips but guacamole was very good, 17.50 though is too $$ much to order again. I had the chicken fajitas they were not bad but not very seasoned. No sour cream or salsa just kinda bland. Dessert was pistachio and chocolate cake very very good. Overall it's a good meal. It's not your typical Mexican restaurant I understand but I really like red salsa and chips. read more

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We went with high expectations given the Yelp reviews, but unfortunately we came away disappointed with the quality of the dishes and the surprisingly high prices. We don't like to write negative comments about a neighboring establishment, but to be up front about it, our experience was not good. Let's get a bit specific: The restaurant, which is quite clean and has an appealing look, is on the second floor of a building and has a large indoor seating area with bar and in addition a rooftop seating space. Very cool. And a nice server. What isn't so cool, however, is the absence of an elevator; climbing two sets of stairs is required, so handicap accessible it isn't. The menu is not particularly large (at least compared to the usual Tex-Mex restaurants in this state), but the prices are definitely on the high side. If you want house-made chips with guac, it's $17.50 -- chips do not come with your arrival. Two tacos are $11.50, not bad, but our chicken tacos consisted of tiny diced pieces of chicken, unheated, with no lettuce, and very unseasoned. A bit of green sauce added little spice. The Ceviche Acapulco ($25) was a large glass too heavily saturated with tomato sauce and including tiny chunks of tasteless fish (tilapia). The Barra vieja ($25) was strips of steak with a bland dip. The grilled octopus is $26. Fried fish is $35 (red snapper). The refried beans seemingly came from a can: no taste, lukewarm. Nothing Mexican about them. We could go on. Again, we have only good wishes for the owners of this restaurant, but we hope they can see their way to some changes. And maybe we came on a bad day, but sadly we cannot recommend it and can't find much enthusiasm to go back anytime soon. read more

Casa Valijo - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

Great employees and quick service. We went for dinner on a weeknight and it was very quiet. The fish taco was amazing, beef was okay. Definitely recommend the nachos and fried fish taco. Decent portions for the price, overall a great place! read more

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The food was truly excellent. Although, the best part was the service. Everett was professional, knew everything about the menu and how the food was prepared, and his personality and demeanor was amazing! We will be back! read more

Ambiance is wonderful as is service. Very attentive waitstaff. Clean restrooms is a plus. Food is good, but a little pricey and lacking in wine selections. Price of wine is too high for the lower grade options they serve. Paying $11 for wine that is cheap causes me to only have one glass! Wonderful roof top patio. We will return. read more

Really enjoyed dinner on the rooftop here with a friend. Great chips & guac, margs, and tacos! And they were open on a Monday night which can be hard to find. I would definitely recommend! read more

Food was good but not for the prices. Ambiance lacking. Wouldn't recommend wasting your time going there.

Food was so authentic! Tacos al Pastor were delish, and the pozole was very filling. I had the Hibiscus water sweetened which was yummy. Service was amazing, they treat you like friends and family such a lovely ambience. Beautiful decor! Hopefully everything goes well!! Will definitely be back! read more

Casa Valijo - Pozole - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

Love the ambiance and the service was excellent. The food, absolutely delicious. I had the salmon, my daughter had the filet Mignon, and my wife had the shrimp. All cooked to perfection. We also had the House Margaritas which were amazing. This is not your typical Mexican restaurant consisting of tacos and burritos, this is authentic Acapulco cuisine. The owner came over to our table and introduced herself and explained the menu. She also told us about their tequila they are making which should be available in about 6 months. Looking forward to that for sure. The wait staff and bartender were also excellent making sure we had everything we needed including refills. We ended the night with pistachio ricotta cake which again, was delicious. Will definitely return. read more

Casa Valijo - a person holding a glass with a drink in front of a christmas tree - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

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If you are looking for AUTHENTIC and FRESH Mexican food, this is your place to go!! Not only is their food amazing but their drinks are the bomb. The owners are absolutely amazing & make this restaurant an experience in itself. You will find yourself building a friendship with the owners and staff here, a family! Their jazz nights are also a huge hit as well as their trivia nights. I highly recommend trying out some of their food!! Even if you want to just come on down to take a look, it's so much worth it. Don't miss out on their happy hours & getting to sit on their rooftop seating for these beautiful nights!! read more

Casa Valijo - Jamaica Martini - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

What a beautiful addition to Torrington. The inside has been tastefully updated and they offer a rooftop where you can dine outside. Perfect as the nights start to cool. Our server Everett was fantastic. He's very welcoming and knowledgeable on the menu and was able to offer great recommendations. The owner, Valeria came out and explained how the menu was inspired by her native region in Mexico, Acapulco, Guerrero. She has a true passion for her cuisine and it was definitely well displayed in all of the dishes we ordered tonight. Fresh ingredients, great presentation, and bursting with flavor. Unfortunately right now the business is being blocked by scaffolding and is not easily visible. Please note they are open and ready to offer you a great dining experience. The town should offer a banner to be hung on the scaffolding to advertise the business. Such a disservice to a new business owner / great establishment. Please support Casa Valijo so they will be here to stay for many years to come. read more

Absolutely wonderful. Food was delicious.So fresh. Valeria is such an amazing person. Service so personable. Great happy hour. Live music. Will definitely be back! read more

Fantastic food, friendly service, phenomenal drinks. With that said, the prices are very high. With a happy hour menu that was a more affordable, we would be here all the time! read more

Very nice restaurant in Torrington on Water Street. Try the Carnitas they're fantastic! read more

Casa Valijo - Carnitas - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

It's always cool when you discover a new eatery. A friend and I stopped in to have a quick bite for dinner . The space of the establishment is beautifully decorated and focuses on the Mexican culture. We were greeted with warm welcomes. Plenty of dining space , a full service bar, and a rooftop as well. The menu is authentic to the culture , so not only do get to dine and eat great fresh food you can also learn about the culture as well. The owner was so kind to come and give us some background on the culture and its foods. Fast forward to our nachos! Talk about loaded , LOADED! We added chicken to our nachos, in addition there was lettuce , tomato, crema, house made chips, jalepenos, beans, and 4oz of guacamole. Delicious! We also had two margarita which were perfect. Our server Everett was very pleasant . The owner Valeria came over at the end and offered us to try her own tequila. The presentation and story behind her OWN tequila was simply amazing! Give it a try , enjoy! read more

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Went during Jazz Night and it was beautiful! The food was amazing , the servers and bar tenders were attentive, and the Aperol Spritz?? Loved it! It was a perfect night to start the fall season. read more

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Got there on an early Saturday evening. Not too many people there. Nobody at the bar so I sat there. The bar was super dirty and the bartender was nice. The menu was very small and I could barely read the print. I got three tacos for 20 bucks. The corn tortillas were not even warm. The food sucks in my opinion. The bar is dirty. Didn't even offer me a dessert when I told them how crappy my meal was and how dirty the bar was. owner came over and wiped the bar off in front of me. I honestly can make better tacos than that and I'm not a great cook. I don't know what the rave is about this place but I would definitely not be going back ever. read more

We had a delicious and enjoyable dinner at Casa Valijo, which is on the second floor of the address so easy to miss if you're just passing by. First, the craft cocktails (we had the house margarita and the Oaxaca Old Fashion) were delicious and perfectly well-balanced...not too sweet or too anything. The Acapulco Ceviche was really outstanding and plentiful enough to satisfy four of us. The guacamole, although a bit on the pricey side (like most places these days) was as perfect as can be and 100% worth it, particularly with their house-made tortilla chips. We then had a variety of tacos on their house-made tortillas, all yummy. The personable service is as much of a standout as the ceviche. Both will make you want to come back for much more! Casa Valijo, to its credit, is definitely not your typical Mexican restaurant, focusing as it does on the cuisine of Acapulco and on achieving its own unique high standards. You must give it a try! P.S. definitely order dessert. read more

BEST RESTAURANT IN TOWN!!!!!!!! IM ADDICTED! Best tacos and the tres leche is to die for! Everyone needs to go!!!!

This is now my go to spot for Authentic Mexican food in the area. The food is amazing and always tastes fresh. The Nachos are honestly insane. Large portions. The waitstaff is great! Especially Vanessa the bartender. She's so nice and attentive. Ashley the waitress is also very nice. Great place and highly recommended. read more

The food is great you get what you pay for and this is exactly that. Aside from the, they have the best margarita I've ever had and my second round I had it spicy! It was bomb! They also do have amazing hospitality which was very surprising considering the area. I will be going back again! read more

What a refreshing take on Authentic Mexican! These recipes come from the owner's roots from Acapulco, and our meals were all delicious! The Sunday Brunch menu is particularly interesting! The owner is a hard-working ambitious young lady and deserves much success! read more

How are you going to serve an order like that, they don't put a fork, no spoon, very bad service read more

Casa Valijo - How are you going to serve an order like that, they don't put a fork, no spoon, very bad service - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

Far and away the best Mexican food I had in nearly a decade of living in Connecticut. I was told it was worth the drive from Simsbury. It was. Brunch was a special treat with truly authentic chilaquiles and some of the best guac I ever had. The rooftop patio was a lot of fun and we will be back to experience it in the evening, when I bet it is even better. The owner was welcoming and kind, and I hope she finds much success, so that I can keep coming back! read more

Food was pretty good but very expensive for the quality. The owners are super nice, friendly, and accommodating. We ate on the outdoor patio which was very nice. Got the Mexican Corn for the appetizer. $8.75 for a smallish sized ear of corn. It tasted good, though. My wife got the 3 Tacos. The chicken was a little tough and dry. I got the Chicken Fajitas. They were pretty good. All in all mediocre and I hate to say that because the owners were the best. read more

Best nachos in Town!!! The owners are incredible!!! Try them out when you get the chance. You won't regret it!!!

Excellent authentic Mexican food, friendly and efficient service, comfortable environment and very reasonably priced!

The lamb chops were cooked well, flavorful, and presented well. The yellow rice was well seasoned. Overall, the dishes complimented each other. read more

Casa Valijo - Lamb Chops, Potatoes, and Yellow Rice. - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

Word of mouth is one of the best ways to build community. So my husband and I decided to try Casa Valijo tonight for our anniversary dinner for the first time. We learned several things about this little local gem: The food is extremely fresh and authentic. The owner had shared that every 15 days she is getting some of the key ingredients all the way from Mexico. They are a young aspiring couple looking to expand the culture in town. They have brunch every Sunday until 3:30pm. As well as happy hour during the week, jazz on Friday, and other specials available. Although they do not have an elevator to enter the establishment upstairs, there is parking right next to the building. (Unfortunately may not be accessible to all, due to no elevator in the building). It has a rooftop dining area, in which she plans to put use outdoor igloos for colder weather. Which by the way, the patio has a beautiful sunset. They offer birria tacos, which are my husband and my favorite. And the best tres leches cake!! Pistachio cake was also delightful! Paired well with our coconut and mango margaritas. Oh, and this might seem silly, but the amenities available in the restrooms are such that you would feel like you're at your own house. Very relaxing and chill vibe at this spot. (Other than the restroom, obviously ) Lastly, Valeria and her husband have been coming up on a year being there. If you have not tried it, do yourself a favor and try it out. Worth every penny and such a pleasurable experience chatting with the owners and them sharing their love of hospitality. read more

First, I would like to say this place is a gem. It feels like a café in Mexico with the decor.. It's our first time going here. I've heard rave reviews about their food and I can say it has lived up to its reputation. You can tell the owners of what they're doing they're passion for their food and business just makes you want to come back. You need to go. It is so good. they put so much time and energy and care into the food. I don't think there's anything I saw come out. They didn't look absolutely amazing. The owners are from Acapulco so Western Mexico, and the food is so representative we got the paella and the tacos Carnitas and I don't think I've had tacos that have ever tasted that good . Their Verde sauces were excellent the one with Serano peppers was amazing. We also got two local drinks one of their specialty margaritas and a Mezcal old-fashioned absolutely out of this world while we were sitting there, the table next to us had some appetizers delivered. The nachos looked amazing big and full of fresh greens and tortillas and meat tostadas they ordered looked great and the taquitos as well. If you're in the Torrington area come down and visit.. read more

Casa Valijo - This is their special event board. Cinco de Mayo is coming this weekend. Lots of specials. - Mexican Near Me - Torrington, Connecticut

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Great food just amazing real deal Mexican food The owners very sweet and hope they have a great success read more

The food was so so good!! We had a few different tacos (chorizo, steak, shrimp, and fish) and all of them were delicious. Everything was so fresh and authentic. We came in after a long day at Lime Rock Park, tired and hungry, and the amount of food was perfect. My boyfriend loved the old fashioned he ordered and I found the margarita balanced and refreshing. All the staff who helped us were so friendly and attentive. We loved the decorations/art, especially the mural of the person harvesting agave plants. Thank you so much for a lovely, authentic, tasty meal! read more

Fantastic atmosphere...Great drinks...Great tacos...Great service....Get here and support! a new local restaurant!