Two Flags symbolizes the cross-culturalization of the United States and Ecuador. In what used to be Jerry's Pizza, has sprung up another Latin American kitchen, further establishing Trenton as a hot spring of South of the Border cuisine. Admittedly, I have not travelled to Ecuador and am not familiar with their food, but looking through the menu, it looked very much like the Mexican/Guatemaltecan/Dominican dishes I have come to thoroughly enjoy.
The house looks much as it did when it was slinging slices and cheesesteaks, minus the ovens. There are tables along the walls with counter toward the rear. Our server was a friendly woman who spoke some English, so along with my rusty Spanish, we had no problems ordering. My co-worker went with the Mojarra Frita (Fried Whole Fish), and I asked for the Sopes Al Pastor (Grilled Pork Marinated in Pineapple Juice on Tortilla).
The fish was breaded and deep fried to a slightly past golden brown, with salad on the side. The flesh was easily separated from the bone, it was white and still moist. The breading was crunchy with a mild spicy flavor. While knife and fork made quick work of the effort, it was also necessary to pick up some of the pieces in order to allow teeth and tongue to get at the smaller morsels. It was a very tactile experience. Tasty.
The Sopes were three thick tortillas about 3 inches in diameter, with the pork and chilies resting on top, and a large amount of cut lettuce with creamy cheese sauce above that. It was impossible to see the meat when the plate arrived. While it was a very full plate, the over abundance of greens atop the rather limited amount of tasty pork, and the chewy base, made the gestalt top heavy. It became more of a salad, than integrated open face experience.
The Blackberry Milk Shake was excellent, especially @ $3.
I will return to Two Flags to find out what is particularly Ecuadoran in the house, as our meals and the menu seemed more Central American. read more