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    Mel's Kitchen

    3.0 (2 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    4 months ago

    Great food, portions just right, variety, healthy, reasonably priced. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly

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    El Quinto Sol

    El Quinto Sol

    4.6
    (58 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $

    El Quinto Sol was such a pleasant surprise to find in Laredo. As an all-vegetarian restaurant, it…read moreimmediately stood out to me because I don't always expect to find places like this outside of larger metro areas. But this visit reminded me that smaller cities can have really diverse, inclusive, and thoughtful food scenes too. The menu has so much to choose from. There are plenty of classic plant-based American-style dishes, but what I loved most was the large selection of Hispanic-inspired options, including tacos, burrito bowls, and other dishes that felt connected to the region. I ordered the fishless tacos, which came with three tacos filled with soy-based "fish," purple cabbage, avocado, and chipotle sauce, served with a bowl of lentil soup. It was a massive and very filling meal, especially with the protein, avocado, and soup. The space itself was clean, spacious, and inviting without being overdone. It was pretty busy when I went for lunch on a Friday, which was great to see. They also brought out a small complimentary appetizer with chips, nopales, spicy tomato salsa, and a sprinkle of cheese, which was a fun and flavorful start to the meal. Needless to say, I couldn't finish everything. I ate the tacos but had to leave some of the lentil soup because it was just so much food. They also have frozen yogurt and desserts, plus an area with packaged products you can buy to take home. I even noticed advertisements for El Quinto Sol at the airport, so it seems like they're a well-known local staple. I'm really glad a restaurant that caters to vegetarian diets is thriving in the community, and I think it's a huge asset to Laredo.

    I've only been here twice for the froyo. It's so delicious and a much welcome treat on these hot…read moredays. The drive thru attendants are usually fast and friendly. The yogurt has that perfect level of tartness that pairs so well with the sweet toppings. I chose cajeta, banana, and coconut. It was perfect. My complaint is that it's not served with a lid or anything to keep the goodies from falling all over your lap.

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    Register view - clean and bright space
    Register view - clean and bright space
    Fishless tacos. You gotta try 'em!
    Fishless tacos. You gotta try 'em!
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    Paradise Salad 2

    Paradise Salad 2

    4.7
    (3 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    The food was fresh as well as delicious, very good and prompt service . The environment was very…read moreclean and very roomy, will go back again! Photos taken in March forgot to post!

    Multiple visits to this place have resulted in multiple enjoyable experiences. I always get the…read morecombo #3 which comes with "3 heavy salads, romaine lettuce, your choice of cream or soup, and a drink." The servings of salad are heavy, like dummy thicc. The soups have a very homemade flavor with a variety of choices. Think baby shower food but it's actually a menu that both the mother to be and the mother in law can agree on. Adam and Eve thought they were in paradise but they obviously never visited this place. Don't expect to find the same array of salad mixes day in and day out, they spice it up by changing the selection constantly. They have "aguas frescas" that are actually made from the fruits themselves. There's bits and pieces of the fruit so you know it's good. Granted. The mango drink doesn't have a strong mango flavor but that's fine. It's still very doable and still very refreshing. All in all, Garden of Eden meets Golden Corral, meets baby shower.

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    The entrance to the building, pay them a visit, the courteous lady mentioned that the menu changes daily so there's no take-out menus.
    The entrance to the building, pay them a visit, the courteous lady mentioned that the menu changes daily so there's no take-out menus.
    Top scoop chicken salad, macaroni salad (haven't had in ages), & spicy tuna fish, deliciousness all around!
    Top scoop chicken salad, macaroni salad (haven't had in ages), & spicy tuna fish, deliciousness all around!
    Italian pasta, Mediterranean salad, & chicken salad, all of them were delicious!

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    Italian pasta, Mediterranean salad, & chicken salad, all of them were delicious!
    Delicatesse

    Delicatesse

    3.5
    (15 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $

    I'll start off by saying the main advantage and appeal of this restaurant is its proximity to the…read moreTesla superchargers. I've been there three times now, and will probably continue to come in the future for a quick lunch while I'm charging. The decor is cute and service is top notch. I've always been helped very quickly in the food has come out quick even when busy. The lack of five stars is due to the paninis. The bread seems average and didn't have as good of a crust as you normally expect with paninis. I ordered the vegetarian and the sandwich fell apart. It was very wet, probably from the mushrooms, and the flavor of thyme or rosemary overpowered any other flavors. I will say that the soups are delicious, perfectly creamy and delicious. Next time i come back and try the crepes which according to the reviews shows a bit more promise!

    The decor is pretty and has some French style. The service was friendly and helpful. But the food…read moredidn't strike me as French. I had a Poblano sandwich which was fine, but seemed more Mexico than France. My latte was weak and small. The salad bar looked OK, but not my style of selections. It's not really a Patisserie with fancy desserts or a café, but it is a sandwich shop that would probably do a good job catering an afternoon tea type of event. On the other hand, it's right across the street from the Tesla Supercharger without many other walkable options. So I'd suggest a tea and a light sandwich or veggie soup.

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    Macaroni Salad, YUM.

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    Macaroni Salad, YUM.

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