Decided to check out this new location of La Casa Mania. They relocated around the corner and have…read morea storefront right on Main Street now! Today was national taco day and it just happened to land on a Tuesday. cute trendy, looking interior, friendly staff, and a good amount of seating in the restaurant and in the bar area. I will definitely be back for the Al Pastor taco and Mojito.

Having visited their old location and enjoying the food and service there (the Crunchwrap is…read moreamazing) we were excited to hear the new, larger space was complete. Although they are still operating the kitchen out of a food truck we figured we'd go anyway to support the new location. We called in advance specifically to confirm the kitchen hours since we were about 30 minutes away. They told us the kitchen closes at 9pm. Perfect, we can make it - or so we thought. When we arrived around 8:40PM we headed to the bar and asked again to confirm that the kitchen was still open. She made it seem like it was and started handing us full menus. About 10 seconds later another woman said no, the kitchen has been closed. To find the kitchen closed early was frustrating to say the least - especially after confirming over the phone and driving all that way. Head of house answering the phones either need to be more aware of actual operating hours or the kitchen staff needs to stick to posted operating hours. I'm not sure who is at fault but it left a very bad taste in our mouths and I honestly don't plan on returning anytime soon.

Run don't walk! Great food. Great service. Happy to see a small business thriving. We are fortunate…read morewe found this little gem.

After an afternoon visiting a family member at Wesleyan, he turned us on to Salsa's 3, and boy,…read morewere we happy about it. This no frills counter with seating is a true delight. The service was excellent and the food was great. My son had the chicken tinga tacos and I had the carne asada burrito. The steak was a little tough but on the whole a tasty dish. The chips helped cut our hunger a little but I wound up eating the whole thing (I was starved). I don't quite get why it's Salsa's with an apostrophe, but perhaps that's the secret sauce.

El Tenampa Taqueria is an overall good representation of Mexican food in Cromwell, Connecticut…read more Walking in, the ambiance is bright and cheerful. The service was friendly and only added to the experience. The tacos were decent and it was a good overall experience.

Decent tacos, nice staff, small stand…read more We were on the hunt for a good taco stand. Been to many, but wanted to find some diamonds in the rough. This place came up as one such place, so we made the trek. It's a small place, enough for a few people to stand and a couple of tables off to the side. This place is very much a to-go location. The cashier was very friendly answered our questions without any hesitation. We hit a smattering of tacos, a tamale and elote. Also done chips and guac. Food came out quick and we ate in the small parking lot in the car. The food is fresh and everything was seasoned correctly for authentic Mexican fare. The proteins were a bit overcooked and they needed sauce to make them more palatable. Their green sauce was spicy but vinegary but fresh and light and their roasted pepper sauce was smoky and much heavier on the heat. The tacos varied between overcooked and dry to just right but underseasoned. We had to tweak every taco to make it good enough. The sauces really helped though. The tamale was flavored masa and cooked well with large chunks of salty pulled pork. Was very tasty. The elote corn was still a little out of season but the mayo, spice, and cheese were spot on in portion and flavor. It's good, and very true to its roots. If they executed the proteins well and upped their spices then this would be a phenomenal spot. As it stands, it's a good taco spot for the area but not worth a trek.

Beautiful decor and interior! The food and service were…read moreway above average - very attentive and friendly. Will definitely come back!

"This is the rhythm of the night Baby, tonight's like fuego…read more We 'bout to spend the dinero We party to the extremo" (Black Eyed Peas) Our visit to Fuego Mexican Grill today was the result of three simple factors lining up perfectly. #1 - We hadn't had Mexican food in quite a while, so correcting that deficiency was on our radar. #2 - We were already in Cromwell picking up our Travelers Championship volunteer packages. #3 - And for several reasons, we never managed to have an anniversary meal this year. Together, those factors made Fuego the natural choice -- and a very good one. Walking into the dining room, we were struck by how stunning the room was. We saw dozens of ornate red/orange fire burst light fixtures on the ceiling. In fact, the ceiling had more than just light fixtures. It also had long cascading strands of white and pink flower garlands. There were cactus plants on the windowsills and huge murals of Mexican heritage imagery in the dining room, bar, and pretty much everywhere. . Our lunch started off when Valerie brought us a bowl of complimentary chips and salsa. The chips were terrific- a little thicker than others, but salt-free and addictive. The salsa was also very good -not watery and runny, just a little spicy, with plenty of onion, cilantro, and tomato chunks. For our food, we ordered a Traditional Quesadilla ($15.99) - described on the website as "Two flour tortillas, filled with melted cheese and shredded chicken or beef (we went with chicken), Sour cream, Guacamole and pico de Gallo on side" and an order of their Camarones Fuego ($23.99) - "Sauteed garlic shrimps with mushrooms in a spicy sauce. Served with white rice and salad". The food was delicious and the portions were very large. In fact, we took home more than we ate there, so it's almost like "Buy a lunch and get another one for free". My shrimp plate was great. First of all, it was definitely spicy, which was fine with me because I love that. It had a lot of shrimp and mushrooms, and probably more than a cup and a half of rice. The salad was a nice addition to the plate- lightly dressed Romaine, spinach, onions, and Cotija cheese. Valerie was pleasant and efficient throughout our visit. All in all, we really enjoyed our experience at Fuego. Improvement Opportunities I noticed some inconsistencies between their website pricing and descriptions when compared to the actual delivery of the dishes. Specifically, the quesadilla had a lower website price, and the Pico promised on the website was not delivered on our plate. When I asked Valerie if the dish was missing Pico, she confidently said, no... it's not included. Well, your website begs to differ.

Always a good place to dine at, great atmosphere, great food, great service. If you've been here…read morethen you know, if you haven't then get out and try it. You will not be disappointed, wait times can exceed operating hours. So get there early, grab a margarita, and enjoy some great authentic cuisine!

I used to really love this place but for the wait and the price, especially now that I live on the…read morewest coast and have had better Mexican and seafood, I would say this place is good but not worth it if you have to wait so long. We came on a Tues at 5 and there was an hr wait for 2 people! They do have faster seating if you want to sit outdoors or if you wanna try and get a spot in their bar area. I got the scallop ceviche, the salmon taco and the pulpo taco. The ceviche was really delish and a very generous size. The contrast of all the flavors and textures worked really well. It went downhill on the tacos. The pulpo was extremely chewy and not tender. It needed a better crunch on the outside too. The toppings were good. The salmon was a good size but pretty dry. The tortilla it comes with isn't anything to write home about. Got the spicy margarita to drink and that was still delish. Could have used a little more heat but that might just be me.

This restaurant already came with a recommendation and it lived up to the expectation. The sopes…read morewere incredible with tons of flavor. The chicken quesadilla was great and had some serious stretch factor with the cheese. The waiter was very polite and it is a quaint place that we will be visiting again.

Great place with a great look. It's very clean and modern looking. Always clean and always…read moreorganized. The workers are very friendly and attentive. They always have a good energy towards everyone. The place itself is not so big so I highly recommend calling just in case they have a full house. Every time I've gone, we just walk in and there's always a spot so definitely stop by if you're in the area! The food itself is 10/10 in portion and quality. They never rush the food but we don't wait forever either- just don't expect it to be quick. It's not the cheapest food but it's worth it! Per person I would say $25 minimum. The natural juices here are out of this world. It's a must always! I 100% recommend coming to this place if you're debating it or are in the area.

We love the restaurant when we went there several years ago (before they moved to the current…read morelocation). We got there about 1230 today since we were back in town. The open sign was lit up, you, but the door was locked. The hours had been updated in the internet 1 month ago? I suggested to my wife that she knock. Unfortunately there was no response, so after a few minutes we gave up.

Food is delicious. It's a family run business and everyone is very nice and attentive.read more

This restaurant is a true gem! The food, the atmosphere, the service, and the authentic Mexican…read moreflavors all exceeded expectations. I will absolutely be coming back and highly recommend this place to anyone who appreciates real, authentic Mexican cuisine. 10/10 experience! I can't recommend it enough!

An absolute masterpiece of cheese and compliance. Look, in a…read moreworld where typing "no onions" into special instructions usually means "please give me extra onions and mock my life choices," La Placita actually reads. My onion-averse burrito came out 100% onion-free. That level of reading comprehension alone deserves a key to the city. Now, onto the heavy hitters. The Steak & Chicken/Chorizo Burritos: The meat was seasoned like someone's abuela was standing in the back threatening the line cook if it came out bland. Incredible flavor on both. The Rice: Cooked to absolute perfection. Not a single grain was undercooked and crunchy, nor was it a sad mushy paste. The Queso Situation: These bad boys arrive draped in a glorious blanket of melted queso. Personally, I loved it! I am fully prepared to attack a burrito with a knife and fork like a sophisticated savage. But fair warning to the traditionalists: if you want to pick this thing up with your hands without needing a post-meal hazmat shower, order that queso on the side. 10/10 Middletown gem. Will be back to drown another burrito in cheese very soon.

I ordered some steak & cheese fries omg best fries I ever had, and the service it's amazing…read moreeveryone so nice

As you can see from my previous review, I have not been back here for almost three years. It's so…read moreclose to where I live so don't know why. All in all, I enjoyed my Truffle Fries so hot and ready to be eaten. There was a nice sprinkle of parmesan cheese and lots of white truffles. Had a Birch Beer with the JFCo label...delish. Took a Irish Curry Dog home for later but it was consumed immediately after arriving there. That was the hight point of the evening. Guess I will explore the Dirty Dog menu a lot more. Servie was fast for both orders...they really know what they are doing.

The staff is courteous and super attentive. The food quality is great. Not many Mexican places…read moremake Pibil. The only thing missing is a bar, like a true cantina. And the decor makes you feel like you're in Mexico.

We come here often and it never disappoints. Service is great, portions are enough for 2 or more…read moreand drinks are great!!! I loved the fiesta platter. My husband liked the lomo asado mixto. It was huge! His steak was overcooked a bit but still good - he asked for medium. Plenty of parking and shops around to walk off food.