Los Hemanos... The reason that we should have open borders...
We are so lucky to have families that want to come to America and live the American dream. They bring us new cultural ideas, customs, and, especially, food. If you want to imagine our country without "immigrants," then eat at home tonight. Unfortunately, for many Americans, that means reading the microwave instructions on the package. Now, go eat a couple of tacos at Los Hemanos. Yep, the benefit of immigration...
Like the Little Engine That Could, I kept chugging along and finally my persistence paid off. I had the time, was in the area, and my stomach reminded me that I was hungry. So, I thought, I would try one more time and I am so happy that I did...
Before I get started on the food, I need to make a quick comment. Thank you Los Hemanos for providing a bilingual menu. Now, would you get rid of it? I noticed that there were far fewer choices provided on the English side than the Spanish side. Yelpers, you are really missing out if you order from the English side. Take a chance, ask a few questions, and enjoy the food. Believe me, you will not be disappointed. I mean, come on! You have already chosen to take a chance on eating at a "restaurant" on wheels located in a parking lot. Why stop now? Go all the way. Eat a taco of tongue, cactus, or some other exotic meat.
Okay, now the food...
Upon arrival, I simply stated that I was there to eat whatever they thought I should. I had heard too many good things and felt assured that I would not be disappointed in what I received. I ended up with four tacos and a "sandwich."
The "sandwich" was a new experience for me. I have had tortas before, but this one "hair lipped" me. Simply, take sliced ham, avocado, cheese, white dressing, lettuce, tomato, and pickled jalapenos and forget the bun and grab a tortilla. Then you cook all the ingredients like you would a quesadilla! What you get is a Mexican version of a panini. I must say, it was pretty damn good, but paled in comparison to the tacos. However, it is definitely worth a try.
As for the stars of my plate, the tacos were outrageous. Outrageously good! I had carnitas, lingua, pork cooked in green chilies, and pork cooked in red chilies.
The carnitas were different than what you will find in other restaurants in that they are still cooked in lard, but look and taste more like pork chops. Of my four, this was the least flavorful, but was a perfect vehicle for the two provided salsas. Los Hemanos provides a green salsa (better than Riobertos) that is simply awesome and a red salsa that I found very satisfying and better than Mr. Tacos and La Flama's.
The lingua was the best I have had. If you follow my reviews, I found Mr. Tacos lingua too chunky and fatty and thought that La Flama had the best around. I have been proven wrong. The lingua is cut small and cooked in a manner that leaves it both more flavorful and tender than La Flama. A perfect taco.
The pork cooked in green chili was great. It had an unexpected richness that I found wonderful. It reminded me of a Mexican version of comfort food. The pork had taken on much of the flavor of the green chilies and was cut in a manner that allowed it to become tender, but keep its meaty consistency. Also, they had cut the meat so that it would retain a little bit of fat. This added to the richness of flavor and gave another level of consistency that I found quite compelling.
As for the pork cooked in red chilies, it lacked the "richness" of the green chili version, because they had gone for more spice. Being a guy who loves hot foods, this one made my toes curl. Other than the difference in spice, the pork was prepared the same as the aforementioned taco and was excellent.
This leaves me in a pickle. With my new policy of no five star ratings (see previous reviews for reasoning why,) I am left leaving Los Hemanos with four stars. However, that lingua taco makes me want to renege on my policy. It was so good. I guess I will leave you with this, there may be a better place in the world, maybe even in Tulsa, but Los Hemanos will deliver great tacos and leave you with a definite smile on your face.
Thanks a lot to Los Hemanos!
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P.S. Is it Los Hermanos? Or Los Hemanos? It is spelled two different ways on the coach...
P.S.S. I spoke with the owner and have updated times of operation. He did say that these are subject to change and whether the grill is just "right." So, be mindful that they may not be there, but do not give up. It is worth it! read more