a Más Querida was such a beautiful daytime date experience. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance stood out -- stylish, inviting, and full of personality. The music set the perfect tone and created such a fun, relaxed vibe that made the whole experience feel special. The food was truly a highlight -- everything we tried was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. Pairing great food with the amazing atmosphere made this the perfect spot to enjoy good conversation, drinks, and a memorable date. read more

I came here with my student staff for dinner. The location was nice and there is plenty of parking. The place has large tvs and a great vibe and energy. The menu is on the pricy side and certainly not a place for families. My students loved their food, but I was not impressed with my enchiladas. Especially for the price. read more

La Más Querida - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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This place has been on my list to try and it did not disappoint! From the mariachi band, live soccer game, and the birthday celebrations (if it's your birthday, bad bunny comes out to dance and gives you a birthday shot. It felt really much like home! The energy was great from all staff and the customers. Everyone was super energetic and friendly. Loved their service - 10/10. Appetizers: We got the flautas de pollo, and the potion was huge. This was one of my favorite appetizers. 10/10. For drinks, my friend and I both got the La Mistica del Dorado. I'm not a big drinker but this one was super light. It's a must get and I'm surprised I finished it. The presentation was so cute! For food: My friend got the Zarandeado-style fish, and she really liked it. I tried some of it, super fresh. I got the special gratin sushi roll, it was so good! Definitely will come back and try their other foods! read more

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This place is a hidden gem! The parking lot stays busy, but it's absolutely worth the wait. The staff was friendly, helpful, and knew the menu well. The drinks were excellent, and even the mocktail I tried was amazing. I ordered the steak sizzling skillet, and the portion was huge--easily enough for two meals. The food took a little while, but the fun atmosphere made the wait enjoyable, especially the Bad Bunny dance that comes out when someone orders shots! Great food, great drinks, and a lively vibe. I'm already planning to come back for a girls' brunch! It's a fun time. read more

La Más Querida - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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We ordered the grilled skirt steak (arrachera) and it was the standout of the night. The steak was tender with a great char. It includes warm tortillas, grilled shrimp, fresh pico de gallo. The portion is generous enough for two adults, which makes it an even better value. The Surf & Turf Burger was another memorable dish. It's served on a sizzling hot plate set on a thick round wooden board with a built‑in drawer, and it comes with crispy potato wedges. The burger itself is stacked with grilled shrimp , salmon, and the patty. All nestled over a layer of gooey melted cheese. Rich, savory, and definitely filling. A fun extra: on weekends they have a photographer who goes table to table and takes your picture for $20 per photo. Nice touch if you're celebrating or just want a keepsake. Bold flavors, fun presentation, and hearty portions. A great spot when you want something satisfying and a little different. read more

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Such a fun spot to visit for celebrations! Food: My top recommendation is the Zarandeado-Style Octopus. It's flavorful, tender, and comes with a very generous side of house fried that will be sure to leave you satisfied. Service: Staff is very friendly and always makes amazing recommendations based on preferences of the party. Ambiance: Very lively. Think of this as a celebration spot for groups. There's mariachi on Fridays and when tables order the tequila shot shows, the lights dim and it can get pretty loud. It is super fun though if you enjoy that atmosphere! Overall: I will continue to come back for birthdays and other celebrations! read more

La Más Querida - Zarandeado-Style Octopus - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

We had a great experience! Even though it was packed, the staff was friendly and handled the crowd well. The food arrived surprisingly fast and was absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

La Más Querida - Quesabirria (3) - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

The drinks were really good at this restaurant. I like the food just wished the brunch options were available still when I went! The ambiance was so iconic. The bad bunny experience was seriously so cool! I love the lights and the music. They really bring the celebration to each table. read more

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Love this lychee mezcalita and the vibes and music were really good. The tuna tartare was really fresh, good quality tuna. The staff were really nice and the food was really flavorful- I liked the spicy salsa that came with the empanadas. The empanada batter was really thick similar to Colombian empanadas. They are really filling and kind of taste like chicken enchiladas to me and they come on a bed of lettuce topped with crema. They are filled with shredded chicken. I love how they decorated each plate. I love the Bad Bunny that comes out to cheer people on for their bday and the bday shots and music accompanied with it. They make everyone feel special here. It's def a vibe and the music playing while you eat creates an experience. I want to return end of week and see how much of a party this place turns into. read more

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If you're ready to celebrate your birthday big and turn up, this is the place to go. The food is amazing--Mexican food, Mexican sushi--and the drinks are top-notch. On your birthday, they sing to you, Bad Bunny even comes and dances, and they give you a free shot. The ambiance is perfect for feeling celebrated. They even have Mariachi:) From the moment we entered, the staff was very friendly and welcoming. Samuel was our waiter, and he was so nice, friendly, and attentive. I definitely will be coming back. read more

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This was my second time coming with reservation still had a 20 minute wait. Food was amazing, service was better this time around I definitely appreciate them checking on us more. Ambiance was elegant and fun. My only issue was that we got seated at the entrance table where the air was hitting each time someone opened the doors; it was very cold. The table was wobbly and it didn't let me enjoy the bad bunny show as my back was turning away due to the table placement. Overall 4 stars read more

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A fun date night! Ny husband and I made reservations for Valentines weekend, and good thing we did because it was busyy on a Friday night. It was such a fun experience dining here, there were live musicians and a couple shows that tables ordered with their drinks. Ordered the house aguachile, very fresh and had a kick to it. Also got the arrachera, chicken enchiladas in green sauce. Portions were a good size, especially for the price. Both meals were delicious. Only downside for me was the rice and beans just because they were a little plain. Service was great, they were so busy but so attentive. We were checked on regularly and the staff were very friendly. Can't wait to come back read more

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Tried La Mas Querida for dinner this evening. I had two skirt steak tacos and churros with chocolate dipping sauce delivered through DoorDash. Unfortunately, I didn't care for the tacos. The skirt steak was overcooked and I didn't like the flavor of the marinade. The guacamole was good, but it was buried at the bottom of the taco under too much meat. The churros were good. They came with a couple of strawberries that tasted great dipped in the dark chocolate. The churros were nice and warm with tons of cinnamon. They were so big I could only eat two. I do think they need to give you more chocolate sauce. The little container isn't enough if you eat more than a couple churros. I would return for dessert, but not for dinner. read more

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Stopped by here for some drinks while our son was at golf lessons down the street. Had seats at the bar and Daniel was a very attentive bartender. He gave us the top 3 popular drink options. We ordered the La Mistica Del Dorado which was so entertaining. He even asked if we wanted to take a video before he poured the water to create the smoke. The drink was perfectly sweet and had really good pineapple taste. Lovely drink. Totally recommend, not just for appearance but also for the taste. Hubby ordered the Lychee Mezcalita. It tastes so much all lychee with every sip. Spot on. We were happily surprised that they offered us chips, salsa, beans & cheese. What a nice surprise. I was also very grateful he offered us a small shot glass taste of the Banana Blossom. Super yummy. Will definitely be coming back to try all the other signature drinks. Just wish they had a happy hour. Then it would be perfect. read more

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So good and so much fun! It's very lively on Friday Nights and you can expect a wait especially around 7pm. The bandas are there at the beginning of dinner and the shots comes out later in the evening so it'll be loud. Fun for a group dinner especially girls night. Good drinks and bomb aguachile. I'll be coming back for it. The food itself is amazing. read more

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The ambiance is so Mexican chic with great service! The food is delicious with nice big portions! Yes their tacos are $7 each but beautifully presented and plenty to eat! I Went back twice in one month! read more

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Place 4/5: quality napkins, decorative, fun, great place to go with groups, loud on Friday nights Service 5/5: Samuel Ruiz was our server and he was amazing. He came to check on us often and answered any questions we had about the menu. All the other staff were very helpful as well for getting us utensils and more chips. Bad Bunny comes out if you order shots! La mistica del dorado 3.5/5: good amount of sweetness Special Gratin Roll 2/5: good protein, saucy, rice was horrible and mushy Traditional tacos 3/5: meat was well seasoned, amazing tortillas Zarandeado style fish 5/5: grilled perfectly, fish was tender throughout, adobo seasoning was impeccable and coated entire fish Skirt steak 3.5/5: meat was tender, cooked well, seasoned simply with salt and pepper Shrimp ceviche 4/5: great portion, big pieces of bouncy shrimp, was not a big fan of the crackers Guacamole with octopus skins 5/5: perfect amount of saltiness, crispy octopus added an additional level of flavor, presented well Overall 3.75/5: Great place to go to have a fun night with loved ones. The energy, decorations, and lighting invite you to have fun. The staff is attentive and quick. Some food is simple, others are packed with flavor so you will have a nice balanced dinner if you share with the table. Such a great gem! read more

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Surf and turf with lobster was great. Be warned the tomahawk comes with a show- careful you might have fun. From the outside it looks discreet, on the inside it has a beautiful modern vibe. read more

La Más Querida - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came here for a birthday last month and this place was all kinds great. Great food, great drinks and great atmosphere. We were a large party (I think there were 13 of us) and they were able to put together an excellent table for us. The service was quick and efficient, and the food arrived around the same time, which was impressive considering the circumstances. Food-wise, a few people had the steak, which was super tasty and tender. I had the shrimp ceviche, which was excellent - however, if you want spicy, go for the aguachile. I also had the Zarandeado-Style octopus, which was probably the best octopus I've had in a long time. The best fun part of the whole experience was the overall theme of the restaurant. The whole place has a bad bunny theme, so there's a lot of bad bunny music and you even do a bad bunny shot, where a server shows up in a giant bad bunny mascot head and pours a shot in whoever you want. They also have a squid game version of it, so it's really a fun experience overall. The other positive is that it is in a large shopping center so parking isn't too terrible. Morever, there's a ton of food vendors, including a really awesome churro vendor nearby. So highly, HIGHLY recommend this place! read more

La Más Querida - Shrimp Ceviche - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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First time at La Mas Querida was ! Service by Monica was outstanding! She did not miss a beat! Great recommendation and everything we had was amazing. Chilaquiles poblanos with asada were different but amazing! The sauce was unique and so tasty. Ribeye and eggs with side of potatos was tender and was seasoned perfectly. The beans... man o man the beans brought back memories of how my abuelita would make her beans. So creamy and perfect amount of salty. Drinks were on point pineapple drink with tequila was bomb and the michelada was so good! Service was outstanding! We'll definitely be coming back and recommending to friends & family read more

La Más Querida - Pineapple Express - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

The chips and avocado order was huge. At least two avocado's worth and the flavor was really good. Not sure which spice they used but it was tasty not hot though. I had the four flautas and they were amazing. Tinder meat but crispy shell. Best flautas ever! This was our first visit but I would definitely come back. Service was fabulous. Everyone was checking on people through the evening. Nice decor inside too. I really liked it and the prices were very good!! read more

If you come before noon then you can only order from their breakfast menu. If you want a quiet meal then do not come here. I am not sure about the bit when someone is celebrating a birthday but this place can get really loud and obnoxious, but it's the perfect environment for people that enjoy a noisy ambiance, good food, friendly service, and alcohol. I am only into good food and friendly service. We ordered more than we need to because our server asked us if we want pancakes or guacamole. It's not if we want it or not but the fact that the way it was communicated to us made it seem like it was part of the meal. She should have asked if we want to order guacamole or pancakes instead of telling us to pick the pancakes because she nodded after we asked if it came with the entree. + breakfast burrito (came with country potatoes and a side salad) + guacamole was fresh, mildly tangy + pancakes (we removed the fruits) but it was fluffy + tortilla chips were made fresh; crispy + chilaquiles (poblano) which isn't spicy but it was very good Located in the Tropicana area. Parking wasn't an issue before noon but come here at night on a Friday or Saturday then it might be a different story. I'd like to come by and try their dinner sometime though, but not sure if I want to be around when other patrons are partying it up. read more

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This was such a vibe and fun experience. Marisol our waiter was amazing and was attentive to us. We got chips and dip upon getting seated and it took 27 minutes for our food to arrive. This didn't feel like long at all as they were playing great music and it was a great vibe for us. It does get pretty loud so keep that in mind. We tried a few different items, crane asada, corn appetizer, chicken empanadas, quesabirria, and blue shrimp which were all delicious. I will definitely be back. Ps: bad bunny and Deadpool was there read more

La Más Querida - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Came here for a late lunch with the wifey and this place is pretty good. The vibe was good nd the music they played was not loud at all when we came to eat. They played latest Latin mix. Our server, Alex was very helpful as well as other staffs there. They were very attentive. We started with drinks and my wife tends to stick with the drink that she likes which was a flavored margarita. I got started with the michelada and then ordered the the samarai drink and finished off with something similar to a whiskey sour. The drinks were good. I like the fact that our server asked if we wanted our food to come out at once which my wife and I appreciated. We told him to bring our appetizer first and then bring our other dishes after we finish our appetizer. We ordered the mango habanero aguachile as our appetizer. The raw shrimp went perfect with the habanero sauce. My wife thought it was a little spicy while I thought it was on the fruitier side with a little spicy kick. The chopped mango that came with fish tasted really good and fresh. Definitely recommend this dish. We decided to share the molcajete since my wife wanted to try it here and she doesn't eat a lot. We really like the sauce which was very creamy due to the cheese. Most places I tried, the sauce is thick since they out beans in it and this place doesn't. It made a big difference without the beans. If you order this dish, make sure to take the shrimp and meat out once it arrives to your table to avoid it being overcooked. You can push it into the bowl with the sauce so it can absorb the sauce. We also ordered some tacos on the side (shrimp, octopus, and ribeye). They hooked it up with the meat even though the price was a little steep. There was a lot of flavor and I can see why people were raving about it on Yelp. Overall, we really enjoyed the place and we actually saw the staff wear a Bad Bunny head while we were eating. The staff and overall environment made the place come alive. The food and drinks were definitely worth it. Just don't look at the price and enjoy the food and you will get the value instead of the cost of the meal. I highly recommend this place and planning to bring some family members and friends to this place later this week because this restaurant is a good place to eat, drink, and relax. read more

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We have now been to La Más Querida Cantina & Cocina a few times and it never disappoints. We first tried it for brunch and immediately fell in love, so much so that we had to come back for dinner. The food is consistently delicious. I ordered the chicken breast, which was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. My husband had the enchiladas and absolutely loved them. Everything tasted thoughtful and well executed. A huge shoutout to Samuel, our waiter, who made the experience even better. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and offered great recommendations that were spot on. You can tell he truly cares about guests having a great experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming from the moment you walk in. It feels lively but relaxed, making it perfect for brunch, date night, or a casual dinner. They also have a great bar with solid non alcoholic options, which we really appreciate. This has quickly become one of our favorite spots. Amazing food, wonderful service, and a place we are always happy to return to. Highly recommend. read more

Food was excellent and pricing good. Plenty of parking in a strip mall. Not dog friendly . Atmosphere is lively. Dj on site. Music videos playing along with sports . Food and drinks came out fast once ordered but service was slow in general . Took awhile to get our order taken and the bill after we were done. If you're not in a hurry then great place . read more

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This place is so fun!!!! order the tomahawk if you really want to impress!!! They they toast the meat right in front of you with a huge flame. Delicious read more

Perfect spot for brunch! The vibes at La Más Querida were great, and our waiter Santiago took excellent care of us. We tried a bit of everything--chilaquiles, tres leches waffles, omelettes--and everything was delicious. The drinks were also a hit. Great food, great service, and a fun atmosphere. Would definitely come back! read more

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Samuel was great and gave great recommendations!! The mixed molcajete was really good and we went on Monday and the sushi was half off and surprisingly good. We got the special gratin roll and surf & turf roll read more

It was ok . Was expecting more with all the hype on social media. The burger was probably the best part for me . My kids did tear up their quesabirria. Drink had a nice presentation but was very small (pineapple express) . Luchador was a good drink. Now the bad part . For a $300 lunch it was underwhelming. Service was mid at best . Everything too long and we had to remind staff on multiple occasions and it was not packed. Many empty tables . The mango aguachiles was kinda gross . Think the mango habanero sauce ruined the dish as it taste like mango purée and it's not spicy. The sushi was dry and the rice tasted old ( macho for us & hot Cheeto roll for kids ). The ambience was ok but I just spent $300 bucks ( actually $320) and why didn't I get a show . Meanwhile the table next to us ordered $100 in drinks and bad bunny (costume) came out to greet them with their 4 shots ‍. Maybe we ordered the wrong things I don't know, but like I said, the burger was good and the drinks were decent Service was horrible.. I included pictures of the good part. read more

A group of 6 of us came out to eat here for an early Friday night dinner. I checked the reviews before coming out and expected to experience what I saw in the reviews, good service and good food. I was very disappointed, we were seated and it took over 25 minutes to get water to our table and this was after I had to call out loudly for service, it was a hot day and we were thirsty. We were brought small glasses and 10 minutes later, they returned to fill our glasses. It was another 20 minutes before they came back to take our tables order. The best part was the Mariachis that showed up while we were there and they do this fun thing for birthdays being celebrated. The food was just Ok and totally overpriced. We left disappointed, our group gets together once a month to try out a new spot in SJ read more

La Más Querida - Poblano Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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La MAs Querida never disappoints! We tried the octopus and three different types of drinks, very refreshing and tasty! read more

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Randomly looked up Mexican food in my area and ended up here and we were so glad we did! I walked up and heard music and the hostess was so nice! We had a party of 8 and this place normally runs off reservations but she explained how they can accommodate us and the 1.5 hour timeframe for parties. We had so much fun here! Food came out much quicker than we thought for 8 of us and the entertainment was top tier! read more

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Went here with a girl friend around 11am ish on a Friday. I literally only came here to see the fake daddy yanky or bad bunny come out with a big head lol I definitely was not disappointed! They come out to pour shots for customers who order it. I was also surprised people were taking shots so early in the morning lol I ended up ordering a Bloody Mary, an omelet and a Mexican coffee. The coffee was BOMB!!! Loved it so creamy and kind of sweet. The Bloody Mary I would say is subpar and the omelette definitely was not that great, I fer sure have made better at home. I had to ask for tons of salsa because I felt it was so bland. I would definitely want to again but more so for a night feel. The shots would've made my night! read more

La Más Querida - Omelette - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Loved this place! I came in for breakfast and really enjoyed it the food was tasty and the atmosphere was great. I didn't get to try one this time, but if you order one of their special drinks you even get a Bad Bunny surprise, which is such a fun touch. The service was friendly, and I thought it was really cool that they also offer photos. Definitely a spot I'd come back to! read more

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This is a beautiful restaurant. The decor is great and I love all the special glassware they use for the specialty cocktails. They also do a fun birthday performance. It's a lively place, to say the least. The food was good too. Downside is that it's a bit $$$. We arrived around 2pm on a Sunday and the place was packed. Had to wait over half hour to be seated. It's located in the Tropicana strip mall. Parking was a challenge as there are several restaurants & a grocery store. I would give 3.5 stars. It got very loud in there too. My 3 year old niece had to cover her ears. Update: As this was my first time, I had no idea how popular it is. It was my niece & sis-n-law's bday and they picked here. Now that I know it's best to make a reservation and go with a smaller group, I will be back. read more

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This place is so fun! They have great Mexican food and good drinks. For birthdays they have special songs and lights like a night club haha and someone dressed as bad bunny will come out dancing giving you a shot of tequila! Really fun loud vibe! We were a party of 10 and our server took well care of us. read more

We checked out this spot for a Saturday brunch. The parking in the plaza can be crowded and chaotic but we were able to find parking eventually. Since it was in an area on the corner of Story and King, there happens to be vendors walking around selling random stuff. As soon as you walk out of your car, the vendors will head over and start selling. The restaurant looked beautiful and inviting inside. The decor was amazing. The bar area looks like a great spot to watch football or soccer games. We were seated immediately as we were able to beat the late brunch crowd. Complimentary chips with bean dip and salsa was a nice touch. I ordered a pozole and it was flavorful and authentic as it was served with fried tortillas and a side of minced onions, lime, and cilantro. Unfortunately it was scorching temperature hot, so it took awhile to cool down but nonetheless I enjoyed it. The wifey ordered birria with flour tortillas. The birria meat was delicious. There was so much birria that we were able to take the leftovers home to make birria enchiladas later for dinner. Lol. She also ordered the Pineapple Express that came out of a bronze pineapple cup with smokey dry ice for presentation. That cocktail was sweet. Our service was friendly and efficient. The manager/owner did check on our table and asked us in Spanish if everything was ok. We happen to be in the area because our son had golf lessons down the street at Rancho del Pueblo golf course. I expect us to be back to try other menu items during future golf lessons. Btw I grew up in East Side San Jose, so it's nice to see restaurants flourish and represent in the area. read more

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DEFINITELY IMPRESSED. WHO knew something so trendy and cool was right here hiding in the Tropicana? Someone was gate keeping this one for sure. lol. I learned about this restaurant through a fun Instagram Reel from their IG page. My friend and I were inspired, we HAD to check it out! lol. Highly recommend. This restaurant is so interesting, lively, creative, fun, and they have an extensive menu with sooo many different options! The restaurant is decorated with so many super cool Latino cultural art pieces and they also have a really cute bar section in the back to watch sports. I noticed that there was no English menu available on their Yelp page so I got you guys! English menu uploaded now. lol. I love how they have so many different creative drinks and food dishes available. I was immediately drawn to the Pineapple Express for the visual appeal and it was definitely delicious! I also immediately was drawn to the Pulpo a la Parrilla (aka Grilled Octopus) because I haven't had octopus since I was in Puerto Vallarta last year. I love how they start you off with complimentary chips, salsa, and beans in true Latino fashion. I ordered the Pulpo a la Parrilla and I loved it. The octopus they give you is HUGE, cooked to perfection, and very tasty. Not overdone at all. They pair it with asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and potato wedges that are in a hidden compartment of the dish, very cool! I love the vegetable combo but I don't understand the potato wedge addition. I think it would be better over rice or with more vegetables to be honest. Either way I highly recommend this dish if you love octopus but it definitely is a bit EXPENSIVE. As long as you have the money enjoy! lol. My friend got a Mango Passionfruit mocktail that our waitress Monica recommended and she loved it. She also got the Ceviche Tradicional (camerones/shrimp) and the plate was huge! She said it was very delicious. For dessert we got the Tres Leches con Churros. OMG! LOVE IT. It's so delicious and very filling. Save room for this dessert, trust me. I really love how they play trendy, popular Latino hits while you're there it gives a very lively experience. It felt like a FRIDAY night on a Sunday afternoon. lol. ALSO THIS IS THE PERFECT PLACE FOR BIRTHDAYS! They do these SUPER funny Bad Bunny and Karol G birthday dances and they have the flashing lights like in the night clubs too. It's sooo funny and it's a vibe! lol. It makes you feel like you're in a night club. lol. Also PRO TIP they have LIVE Mariachis come to perform on certain days at certain times! VERY COOL. We literally just missed the Mariachi when we left at 5ish. The band came in at 6pm. My friend was sad we missed them lol. Our server Monica was a very nice lady. She was patient and checked on us regularly. I really wish I would've taken more photos of the decor inside but we were super focused on our conversation so I forgot, sorry! lol. One small thing I will say if you want to have a business meeting or a date where you can talk this isn't the place. lol. My friend and I were catching up on two years of missed time and our conversations got interrupted with the Bad Bunny dances like 8/10 times. LOL. Not mad, just saying! lol. It's funny either way but I took one star off because the dances kept interrupting our conversation. You can't hear or say anything for like one whole minute. LOL. It would make sense to do them all at scheduled times, wouldn't it? &Maybe do them all at once? Not mad we just had a lot to talk about. lol. Also I've had Octopus in other places at less than $40 so I feel like $55 is a bit overpriced tbh. But I love this dish and I would recommend it and also I would get it again but maybe ask for vegetables instead of potato wedges. :) Either way highly recommend! This place is perfect for a fun lunch or a fun friends dinner. It gives you a "weekend party night out" vibe for sure. lol. Also I saw a promotion that says they have 50% off of cocktails for women on Thursdays! Ask to make sure, I'm not sure if they still have it. Also another promotion for free coffee during weekday brunch time with telenovelas to watch. :) read more

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