Xixa was a wonderful experience! My group did the 9 course meal, and it was delicious. It was a lot of food even though the serving sizes were small. You might not like every course, but you get the chance to try things you would like and also things you didn't think you'd try. The service was prompt and great. One thing to note, the 9 course meal comes out fast. Each course comes quick, so try to pace yourself. read more

This restaurant had all the right vibes, service and food experience! At first I was unsure if I trust the tasting course options, was afraid for the price that maybe it's lower because few courses are more unpopular or fishes I'm not favored in but I'm super glad we actually got to try their Tasting Course and also got drink called "Midnight in Paris to pair so well with it. The drink was well presented and balanced in slight sweetness and amount of liquor, with floral petals in it. This is what our tasting course consisted of, in case you wanted to order a la carte (or extra to take home HEHE) Shareables - Grapefruit guacamole (4/5) - Shrimp aguachile verde (4/5) *** MY PERSONAL FAVE!! -- Foie Gras Al pastor (10/5) (I'd get this x10 and eat it all myself, if my allows) - Grilled baby carrot "elotes" (5/5) - surprisingly one of our favorites also!!! - Artichoke fundido (1/5) - personally way too oily and non-appealing for my taste palate - Tempura fish tacos (2/5) - no flavor in the tempura, sauce didn't do much, not too crispy - Spicy confit organic chicken wings (3.5/5) - Garlic butter octopus 'en su tinta' (4/5) La Familia (DIY self serve tacos) - Five spice 'confit' 1/2 duck (4.5/5) Desserts - Dirty chai tres leches (4/5) - Apple cider churros (2/5) read more

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I've been to Xixa four times, and each visit has been wonderful. The food is delicious and interesting. We've gotten the tasting menu each time and the selections were always fantastic. The ambiance is relaxed and the staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu. And they have a great drink menu that complements the food beautifully. Overall, a really special experience every time I've been! read more

Never disappoints!! I've been going to Xixa for about 4 years. Every time I go I'm always so impressed by the creativity and deliciousness of every dish. I always get the chefs tasting and every dish is a hit. I feel like I get to try a few new dishes every time so it keeps it interesting. The price is worth every single penny. If you're getting the chefs tasting make sure to come hungry! The Shepherds cocktail is one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. I wish I could get this everywhere. It's the perfect balance of smokiness with a touch of savoy. Hats off to the bartender! The service is always wonderful too. Very kind and professional staff. I love the pacing at which they bring out the food. It's never feels rushed so you get to enjoy each course. Xixa is my go to restaurant when I have a visitor in town who is a foodie. Can't wait to go back!! read more

They offer take out and they are doing dine in it's very clean and they are spaced out more than any other place I've seen. If you make it here please do yourself a favor and get the chefs choice! It's 8 plates and it's so worth it. Every item that came out was outstanding. Plus, it's like a food adventure and surprise you never know what's coming next and it pleasantly surprises you each time! I'm looking forward to going back here after covid is over! If I can't wait I will just order pickup! It's good... I promise it's worth it. read more

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The food is delicious AF here. You get the most bang for the buck if you get the chef tasting. It's 7 courses of surprise dishes by the chef but theyre on the menu. Their tortillas for their tacos are made in house and do not taste like your typical tortilla. If you love dessert, you have to get the pistachio flan. read more

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Got a long list of selection of food that all sounded interesting. But why decide when you can select a tasting menu of 12 items for just $55?! Cocktail tasting for $40, consisting of 3 varying drinks. The food was all amazing. Presentation was A+. The dish I enjoyed the most was the fried snapper taco with curry aoli and kimichi red cabbage! Everything was cooked fresh on the spot. Expect the entire tasting menu to take over 90 minutes. Not great if you're in a rush, but if you want to chill, enjoy great food drinks, and company then this is place is a must visit. Ambiance was nice. A bit loud, but modern decor. Great for date night! read more

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We got the tasting menu, much like pretty much everyone else in the restaurant. The food was very good overall, with most items being a solid 7-8/10. Large portions too, and the service was excellent. The best items were some sort of blue crab on top of a corn base and their fish tacos. I do wish Xixa gave a cold dessert like ice cream because the churros and flan, while delicious, were quite heavy, especially given the volume of food. While my favorite Mexican food will always be cheap street tacos with onion and cilantro, this is a good way to mix it up every once in a while. read more

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We had the special inclusive dinner. The restaurant chooses these and the dishes served change periodically. We were served numerous small plates to share. I failed to take pictures but it was either six or 8. Then there was dessert .. The food was amazing lots of variety and not your usual Mexican food. The spices were great and did not overpower the food . They have a nice selection of craft cocktails . No wine just Mexican type cocktails. I have lived in NYC for two years. This restaurant is my favorite. Service is great and it is attractive. I would like to give it a 10. The price is totally reasonable . 55 or so oer person. They also have cocktail pairings. I read more

Xixa was a little difficult to find as their exterior looked like an abandoned space due to the lack of signage. But that perception changes as soon as you enter the restaurant, as you are transported into a dimly lit space with clean and polished feel. At $55 per person, you get the opportunity to indulge in their tasting menu which includes a revolving menu, so you experience may vary from visit to visit. This tasting menu includes 9 savory dishes and 2 desserts. Please note that they do not accommodate or substitute items for allergies, so what you get is what you get. While some of the courses were a miss, a majority of them were a hit, especially the churros. The pacing of the meal, along with the excellent service by the staff made this a very enjoyable meal! read more

Had the tasting menu at Xixa for a work event. It was some of the best food I've tasted in a while. The drinks were also great, with a selection of tequilas and specialty ice cubes that melted into a cocktail. From what I can remember we had: Chips and guac Queso with chorizo Tempura snapper tacos (5 stars) Confit chicken wings (4 stars) Tuna tartar with corn and black beans (4 start) Foie gras Al pastor Blue crab ceviche Shrimp over pearl barely Roasted edamame Short rib in green mole (5 stars) Birthday cake tres leches (5 stars) Matcha churros By the time we got to the later courses, I was so stuffed I sort of stopped being able to taste the food fully, but overall this was a 10/10! read more

One of the best meals I've had in a while! Everything we ate was good to great, and the dishes were innovative and fun. Came here with my husband for an early Valentine's dinner. Highly recommend the chef's choice. For $50 per person, we shared 8 savory dishes and 2 sweet ones. What you get is ultimately up to the kitchen, but you can request to have specific dishes or to avoid certain ones. In our case, we had 4 savories we definitely wanted to try, and one sweet we wanted to avoid, and the restaurant accommodated our request! Standouts were the grilled carrots elote, foie gras al pastor, roasted bone marrow tacos, garlic butter octopus 'en su tinta', and lemon poppyseed churros. We also had the blistered shishitos, coconut shrimp ceviche, spicy confit chicken wings, 5 spice duck carnitas, and green tea flan. Highly recommend! read more

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Top quality food, excellent tasting menu ..one should go with an appetite to do justice.. don't miss the bone marrow tacos. Cocktails were great! read more

This restaurant has been added to my list of must-try NYC recommendations for all my friends who ask! I haven't had much luck with fancy Mexican. I was even let down by Oxomoco in Greenpoint, which is Michelin-starred. But Xixa, especially the duck carnitas, blew me and my friend away. The duck was crispy on the outside, and fall apart, melt in your mouth on the inside. Not any fat was left as it had all been perfectly rendered. It was absolutely divine. Everything else we got - scallop ceviche, grapefruit guacamole, drinks - was inventive and good as well! It's also pretty lowkey. If you book on Seated you can also get a nice cashback. read more

Xixa - Grapefruit guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I visited Xixa with friends and had a great experience. The food is unique and has a lot of options, a great place to share with friends. The make your own drinks with ice cubes were particularly interesting. I made my own mezcal cocktail and it was so good! I particularly liked the guacamole with grapefruit & tuna tartare. We ordered 4 small plates and 1 large plate plus two desserts for 4 of us. The ribs were not as tender as I would have liked, but the flavoring was still tasty. I truly enjoyed the espresso flan dessert and would recommend it. The service was excellent and has great decor. read more

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Xixa is my boyfriend and my new favorite date night spot. The chefs menu makes decision making for two sag's a breeze. Literally everything is delicious. And the drinks! The drinks are phenomenal. I love the you say Paloma and the midnight in Paris. The staff are super nice and helpful. We've been there a bunch this year, but they always share new info and go out of their way to enhance our experience. 10/10! read more

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This review is long overdue from our visit back in November 2021. We came here to celebrate husband's birthday with a group of friends. I have been to their sister restaurant Traif many times and was advised to try here. We were greeted and they brought us to our table as it was a surprise party for him. The staffs were very accommodating during this process and I was very happy to see our table had enough privacy. Food was AMAZING. The tasting menu was extremely affordable and each cuisine had a good balance between fusion and authenticity. The portions were pretty large and honestly we were so stuffed by the end of the meals so the tasting menu is definitely worth it. Everyone really enjoyed the meal and we were all very impressed about the presentation of the food as well. We each ordered a cocktail and the drinks were pretty good as well. 10/10 for the taste, hospitality and ambiance! Highly recommend and cant wait to go back. read more

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Yooooooooooo. I've been to Xixa 7x in the past decade. Everytime... fire. Chefs kiss. But tonight ---- Eric, Erica, and Petra hooked us up with an incredible dining and hospitality experience. Can't recommend them and Xixa enough. Don't come here if you want to post a tik tok. Come here if you want to vibe out with your ride or dies and be swept off your feet by amazing service. read more

So yummy! Came here monday night without a reservation and was pleasantly surprised. There were a few items that they've rotated out that were popular on Yelp that I was looking forward to trying so I would keep that in mind (e.g. duck lettuce wraps, grilled carrot elites) Top Tier: Bone Marrow Tacos - melts in your mouth so yummy!! also digging the marrow out for your taco adds an extra layer of fun Tuna Ceviche - less vinegary than ceviche is usually, definitely more tuna tartare based than ceviche but still delicious Elotes - the buffalo chicken elote seems questionable on paper but the flavor is insane! corn on the cob style Mid Tier: Artichoke Fundido - a rich cheesy dip but nothing special about the dish Duck - not the best duck i've had before but pretty good especially with the sauces provided Bottom Tier: Edamame- our server raved about these, they were good but I don't think worth getting Desserts (espresso flan, mango pie, green tea churros) - this is definitely not a dessert place, the mango pie was a little too artificially sweet for me, churros were too hard, and the flan was just not spectacular read more

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The feel of the place is cool and warming the food was amazing. The only reason I didn't give a 5 is because the service was a little slow. We did do the 7 course with the drink pairings. Mind was blown. Definitely will be going again. read more

I came here with very high expectations because of my experience at their sister restaurant nearby. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed as it did not deliver as well as their other spot. The food was still delicious but there were definitely some dishes that I did not like one bit. I came here with a party of 2 during a weekday evening, around 7pm and was seated immediately. It was a bit empty during the day we came. We went with the tasting menu as it was the most worth it. There were so many courses, that I got extremely full at the end. I forgot to take some pics but here are what I can remember: - guac & chips - shishito peppers - fish tacos - foie gras al pastor - octopus with black rice - arepas - confit beef short rib in green mole sauce - green tea churros with chocolate sauce & passionfruit sauce - flan I enjoyed majority of the items on the menu, but only a few made me think "wow that was delicious" -- foie gras al pastor, shishito peppers, and the flan. Everything else I did not find that memorable. I was not a big fan of the arepas or the beef short rib at all. both were extremely dry even with the sauces provided. the green tea churros were okay, but I did not like the combination withe the passionfruit sauce. my friend loved it so i guess it depends on what you prefer. Regardless, I still had an amazing experience here and the service was phenomenal. I probably wont come back until the tasting menu choices get rotated to something different. I still think you should give this place a shot though! read more

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Service was outstanding! Waiter Eric was super friendly, helpful, and informative. He gave great suggestions and made us feel comfortable. The drinks were also great! I wished I would have tried more drinks but the ones I had hit the spot. As for the food it was also good. All of the choices I ordered were very delicious and unique. I would come back and try different dishes. I'm curious about their chef selection. read more

What an incredibly hidden gem. Their cocktails are really delicious and they have this reasonably priced chefs menu that will leave you so full and happy! read more

Okay I have ordered from this place for delivery a few times during the pandemic and decided to come back here for a dine-in experience with visitors. We shared the following items: Edamame - tajin, cayenne pepper, lime salt, and crispy garlic - I want to say this is the ONLY place I would ever want to order edamame. They just make it so good and plus it has so many flavours besides just salt. It's one of my favourite things to get here. I wanted to order the carrot elote, but I see they now changed to Brussels sprouts, so I decided to skip it, but next time I'll try this new version. Tempura fish tacos - these were solid and really love anything with yuzu. Roasted bone marrow tacos - I am always down for bone marrow, but I think this was just really difficult to eat in this manner. Spicy Confit chicken wings - these wings were huge, because they give you the wingette with the tip, but these were worth ordering. Garlic butter octopus - I thought this was a bit salty rather than garlicy. I think they went a bit too heavy handed on the salt here. Duck carnitas for the DIY tacos - this was good and the duck was a good size, but I wouldn't get this if you care about getting your hands dirty. M got the de-constructed Margarita Cubes but I didn't try it because we're in the pandemic! I got the La Farmacia - solid drink! read more

Xixa, pronounced as Shiksa is located in Williamsburg and serves tapa style Mexican dishes. For 2 people, we ordered the dry-aged short ribs, roasted bone marrow tacos, snapper tempura fish tacos and the corn & wheat churros. Everything was delicious but it ended up being way too much food. The snapper tempura fish tacos came out piping hot and very crispy. The order came with 4 tacos and were bursting with flavor. I loved how well the flavors of the pickled red cabbage and cilantro blended together. I highly recommend ordering this. Next dish that came out was the roasted bone marrow. This came with 4 pieces of tortilla. The bone was pretty deep which meant we were able to scoop out more bone marrow. By the time the main dish came out, I was already kind of full but it looked really good. I never had short ribs cooked so perfectly. The inside was juicy and super tender. The meat fell off easily off the bones. The other layer was also a bit crispy which made the texture of the dish very unique. The inside of the short ribs were a bit fatty as well. Although I enjoyed the bone marrow taco dish we ordered, I would recommend skipping that dish if you are ordering the short rib because the fat of the bone marrow tasted similar and you end up consuming too much oil. It came with 5 tortillas and different sauces as well so you are essentially building your own taco. We asked for more tortillas when we ran out, and they gave us two additional pieces without charging us. I went as a group of 2 but I would highly recommend going as a group of 4, so you can try more dishes without being overly stuffed. Most of the items we ordered came with 4 pieces. Also, we happened to only order dishes which were all tacos but I recommend mixing it and trying other things as well. read more

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Very interesting food, quite creative and mostly very good, as well. Highly recommended

We arrived around 8pm and the place was packed!!! We were taking a chance coming here without a reservation and initially they were completely booked for the night. One of the managers actually made room for the 3 of us to sit down. The tables were the round small tables, but he managed to put 2 of them together and we were so pleased. We sat in the back close to the kitchen where groups sit. Then the feast began!!! We were greeted by Erica and she took our drink order. She was very pleasant. After, bring us a bottle of water, we were in our element. The music was vibrant and the people around us were having a great time. This was the 1st time my 2 friends came here and they were not disappointed at all. One of my friends does not drink tequila or mezcal. They got an infusion of something with club soda. Her bad ordeal with tequila happened 28 years ago and I tried my best to convince her how more refined the tequila I qt Xixa, but she would not budge. After getting our drinks, we ordered edamame, which they loved, also coconut shrimp ceviche (another winner), and the guacamole which was extremely fresh and delicious. After, we got the Brussels sprouts elite, 2 orders of the short Rib entree, the Artichoke dish, the bone marrow tacos and the tempura fish tacos as well. We gorged on their deliciously fresh food. I'm actually keeping this review shorter than what they deserve. Between Alex, Erica, Jason (master chef), and the crew assisting in cleanup and the bartender, we had an amazing time. Xixa never ceases to impress us with everything...food, drinks, music, decor and service all are top notch!!! read more

Xixa - Margarita cubes with tequila - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came for drinks & snacks and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We arrived with no reservation on a Sat evening and didn't have to wait too long to be seated at the bar, which has ample space for having a several plates served at the same time. Lovely ambience, slightly upscale without being overly ambitious. There is a wonderful energy throughout the restaurant, it's great for both small and large groups. Innovative food and drinks. Love that they present it in a very humble manner. We had the deconstructed margarita, as well as a mezcal beverage, both were used cubes to start off the beverage alcohol-forward, which slowly melted to taste more flavorful. We loved the foie gras el pastor, and the charred carrots. I would definitely come back again. read more

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Wow. Dining at Xixa was nothing short of spectacular. Petra and Erik made this experience one of the best! We really enjoyed the guacamole, chicken wings, and bone marrow tacos. The goat neck birria was crispy, juicy, and fell off the bone. Don't forget to make room for dessert as the flan and churros were the best I've had, and we're Mexican! read more

Such a bad experience!! Spending money on Chief's choice for 4 people and they only do sharing not individual. And we need to share Onetiny bone marrow. Ridiculous! The manager said there are 10 courses and don't want us to be full. BUT after 4 courses we ate nothing!!!! If you come here please do not choose for Chief's selection at all! It is throw your money into garbage! Never again!!!!! read more

Xixa - Bone Marrow for 4 - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I came in on Friday for a 6:30pm reservation for two. I'm a big fan of tasting menus so I just got that with the wine pairing. First I have to shout out the staff. Everyone was attentive, friendly, and more importantly very well coordinated. The meals and drinks were also very well paced. The wiping of tables and new clean plates & utensils every few dishes was a very nice touch The tasting menu featured a 10 course shareable meal for $55 and 4 drink pairing for an additional $40. This price is phenomenal and unbeatable. The food was delicious from beginning to end and the drink pairing complimented the food very well. You will not leave hungry and the food does taste as good as it looks in the pictures. I heard they have a sister restaurant and I can't wait to go there next read more

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Oh how I love thee. Honestly, this place is a steal. $55 gets you their tasting menu that includes something like 10 courses. This is -- without a doubt -- one of the best deals in NYC in my opinion. My personal favorites from here are...EVERYTHING. I joke (but everything really is just that good). For apps, I'm in love with the tempura fish tacos and the spicy blue crab sopes. It's two very different seafood dishes but the comin denominator is freshness and flavor. When it comes to main dishes, their braised short ribs in mole verde is probably one of my absolute favorites dishes every right now. It comes with fresh corn tortillas and an assortment of toppings so that you can build your own tacos. I had never had green mole before trying this dish, and immediately afterward, I was looking up recipes to try to replicate it. But with a dope testing menu like this, I'm down to keep enjoying the magic at Xixa. If you're a drinker, make sure to add one of their deconstructed cocktails to your meal. Although they're about $18, is well worth the very unique concept that really displays the notes of your spirit of choice so well. read more

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Best dinner I have had in a while, highly recommended doing a tapas style with some of their amazing sides. Specifically the ricotta queso, the tartar, and the fish tacos, as well as the churros. The midnight in Paris cocktail is to die for. Toasted coconut rum, shut up and do it. Also our waitress Petra was a dream, she suggested everything we needed and more. This place is AMAZING!! read more

Xixa - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Just do the $50 chef tasting. Don't ask any questions. Just let them do their thing. MY GOD. This food is incredible. I can vouch for the short rib, chicken wings, foie gras, the octopus (so tender), tuna tartare, the Buffalo corn on the cob, the guacamole. All excellent dishes. Great vibes. Quiet and excellent service and drinks. read more

Xixa doesn't even deserve 1 star. Let's list the nonsense in chronological order. 1. We made reservations for a group of 8 for dinner. There was no notice that there was a maximum or a concern for the size of our party. 2. We arrived and were not greeted or escorted to our table, where some of our party was already seated. 3. No water was served, nor was there a food menu. When we noticed, I had to catch the hosts attention. She informed me that because we were a large party we would simply "get the Chefs' selection". At no point before was this explained to us after sitting there for more than 10 mins. It wasn't an option aside from whatever the food menu was, it was what was going to be served off rip. 4. We expressed we would prefer to be able to order from the menu due to not wanting to just be surprised with whatever the Chef felt fit to serve us. We have never been to this restaurant before to even consider this option. Plus, we had no idea what we were even working with. Please see this link to understand more on Chef selections/choice and when it makes sense... (https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/chefs-choice-meal-orders/) 5. Our server comes back from talking to the Chef to let us know that if we were to split our party as two groups of 4 we could choose from the menu, BUT had to meet a minimum of $45 per person OR we could do the Chef selection for $55 per person. What????? lol I've never had so many rules and restrictions thrown at me this way. No thank you. The issue was that we weren't given a choice in the first place. We were welcomed into this space to feel comfortable enough to even consider a tasting menu. Xixa wasn't packed, we were able to make our reservation an hour before for a party of 8 on a Saturday night. Doesn't make any sense why any establishment would ever just assume people go out to eat to just have whatever food just served to them without making it like a perk or a special offer on the side. If we hadn't asked for food menus or some attention we would have just had random dishes tossed our way. It's the most lazy and inconsiderate experience I've ever had dining out. Bummer. read more

Eating at your place has always been special. Like the next door Traif, you guys have always provided me with the perfect opportunity to show off with my visiting friends and bring them to dine in a special place. I live beyond far from you, so delivery is not an option for me. However, I just wanted to send you my support and hope you're all well. Looking fwd to returning in better times. read more

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Came here on a Saturday night with a party of 4. The food was just reallllly good. It was tapas style Mexican food with a great ambiance. The menu was confusing but the waitress explained every item. The duck, fish tacos and the foie gras were out of this world! read more

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Everything i had here was amazing. The service was great i was excited with every new dish that came to the table.

It was surprisingly easy to make reservations, both a week prior and adjusting the day before. Upon our arrival at 6pm, our amazing waiter, Alex, said that he was able to give us more attention because it wasn't too crowded yet. He patiently walked us through the menu, chatted with us about both Xixa and Traif, and even shared two drink recipes with us - the incredible Midnight in Paris cocktail that we got and a more low-key one that he makes at home. By the end of the meal, I must've gushed about how absolutely incredible it was that this existed 20 times - it's definitely my favorite restaurant now, by far. (Sorry Sugarfish, you've been usurped). It's like Xixa scanned my brain, highlighted everything I love, and presented them to me in exalted forms - foie gras, bone marrow, duck, tea flavored desserts, and passionfruit. The food was extraordinary, and I started daydreaming yesterday of having a wedding reception here because THIS is what I want to celebrate with. All the time. For everything. Alex recommended that we get the Chef's Tasting, and we are so thrilled that we did. $55 for 8 courses + 1 amuse bouche + a complimentary dessert? Sure, why not? By the end of the meal, I was flabbergasted that all this attention to detail, intensive labor, expensive ingredients and sublime taste could only cost so little. It is an unbelievably good deal. + Pickled green bean with cilantro crema - This was a fantastic amuse-bouche. I've never had a pickled green bean before, and it was super tart in the best way. The cilantro crema was delicious. + Laughing bird shrimp ceviche - I could've licked that bowl. The shrimp was tender and juicy, and oh the combination really transcended the sum of its parts. I felt kinda bad because a busboy kept trying to take this plate away and I was like "Sorry I'm not done" because I was trying to politely scoop up the liquid with my spoon. :x + Foie gras "al pastor" - Such a creative take on a taco - I loved it. The foie gras was buttery, rich and creamy, and the grilled pineapple and achiote really elevated the dimensions of this dish. + Lamb chorizo meatball sopes - This was my least favorite of everything we got because I generally don't like lamb (unless it's doused in cumin), but it was still a solid 4 stars. The lamb was really tender and perfectly made, and it was definitely a great dish. + Roasted bone marrow tacos - I was going to say "This was def my fave savory dish" but then I remembered there was more. And honestly, they're tied. This was SO incredible - every component tasted so luxurious and mind-blowing at the same time. Chorizo ... marmalade? Asiago ... chicharon? Bone marrow ... in a taco? WHAT? And somehow, they all worked, and perfectly together. This is food I'd imagine they'd serve in heaven. I don't deserve to put this in my tummy. But somehow I did, with great delight, and great regret when it was finished. + Seared scallops, "fideo" pasta - So I totally thought the bone marrow would've been the highlight of my meal, but no, it continued to stay on that high note. The scallop was the perfectly seared scallop that I haven't had since the Washington Duke Inn in 2012 (omg 6 years? @_@) and the pasta was the pasta that I've dreamed of all my life. It was al dente, but beyond al dente - chewy with a buoyant texture, super flavorful and addictive, just absolutely incredible. The asparagus and corn also worked magic here. + 1/2 pekin duck "carnitas" - Although duck is probably my fave animal to eat, I was actually torn btwn this and the goat neck, which Alex recommended. As a Chinese-American, I was a little skeptical of this "pekin duck." It blew my mind. (Okay, this meal just blew my mind multiple times). It was also huge - I was already stuffed at this point, and seeing this shocked me. To my surprise, I ate it all because it was just so darn good. The carnitas treatment really transformed this into a class of its own. It was a cross btwn confit de canard and Peking duck, which two of my favorite ways to eat duck. Perfectly crispy skin, perfectly juicy and flavorful meat, this was something I could've eaten on its own. Amazing. + Grilled carrots "elote" - This was the most luxurious carrot I've ever eaten. I was sooo full after the carnitas, but I also couldn't help devouring this. + Jasmine flan - THIS. OMG. This was the most well-executed flan I've ever had the pleasure of eating, and the jasmine notes were subtle and perfect. Raymond usually doesn't even like floral stuff, but he loved this. Actually, he usually doesn't even like dessert. + Churros - By this time, Raymond declared he was no longer eating anything so he took a bite and I got the rest. Perfectly crunchy, flavorful churro on its own, but sooo amazing with the passionfruit sauce. + Midnight in Paris - So good we ordered two. As you can see, I've run out of space. Xixa is perfection. Go. read more

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Came here to celebrate my birthday and had such an amazing time! The quality of food is top notch and what really sets them apart. Our server, was amazing! He took such good care of us and made sure we always had what we needed and that our glasses were full! I just wish I lived closer so I could come every week! I will definitely be back again and again! Thank you! read more