It seems that lately there has been a ton of debating. Too bad they aren't debating food instead of politics. That would be ten times more to watch. Considering how fancy some of these folks are they might put us asleep with the way they talk would about anything.
So, something that is a healthy debate topic - food. One food group that we love to discuss is that of the chips, salsa and guac category. Yes, I just named a food group based off of those three. We might as well have a little fun here.
I will be honest and say I have not ventured out and tried much Mexican lately. Everyone knows (or at least should know) about the wonderful places over on Summer Avenue where you can venture into Mexican food comas daily and still not eat at the same place. We all have our personal favorites in that area and may even know what we order every single time we go and eat. If it is in Midtown or Downtown, I am sorry, but I would rather drive east to get my authentic Mexican food.
One place I have gotten to know a little bit about lately is called Las Palmitas. It is located near intersection of Summer and Stage road off the road in a little small building. At lunch time you would rarely have a hard time finding a place to sit. Las Palmitas is about 3/4 full every time the old man I go to eat there. The same sweet lady serves us almost every single time with a charming smile and our two giant cups of water.
One of the greatest attributes to this place is their homemade chips and salsa. I know, I know. There are other places in town that have homemade this and homemade that as well. The chips may have a little saltiness to them, but you will rarely detect and grease on them. They pack plenty of crunch and are fresh. Be careful that you do not eat the whole basket before ordering your meal.
The salsa is good. It's not knock your socks off amazing, but it is pretty good. I like it because it will accommodate all taste buds, and doesn't leave you aching for more water. Some restaurants will have different varieties of spiciness to their salsas, but Las Palimitas keeps it real, and keeps it mild.
Now for the best part. That guacamole that you order at this place will knock your socks off. Perhaps they prepare it as soon as an order comes in for it, or new batches are made hourly. Either way, I just cannot get enough of this stuff. Do yourself a favor and order a small bowl. If you order the large one, just make sure there are at least 3-4 folks at the table there to enjoy it. Chips, salsa, and guacamole. That is a heck of a start to a great meal at a Mexican restaurant.
Las Palmitas has tons of options including some amazing fish tacos, veggie tacos, and even breakfast on the weekends. I usually bounce between their fish tacos and their veggie dishes. The fish tacos are excellent. They aren't huge tacos, but they are filling, even after you've been filling up on chips and salsa. The fish tacos come with grilled tilapia, just in case you were wondering. The tilapia tastes fine, but it is usually masked by the special sauce that comes on the tacos.
The only issue with the veggie tacos or burritos is the amount of onion they pile on your tortilla. I like some onion, but at least give more love to the peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes. The really unique veggie dish here is their potato tacos. Those are great and who the heck doesn't like potatoes, right? Whatever you order, you will be satisfied. You will be satisfied from the get go, once you get hooked on those chips and that guacamole though. I admit I am not one for cheese dips, so I cannot give an honest opinion about the cheese dip at Las Palmitas. If you get a chance on a Saturday or Sunday check them out one morning for breakfast and let me know what you think.
So, something that is a healthy debate topic - food. One food group that we love to discuss is that of the chips, salsa and guac category. Yes, I just named a food group based off of those three. We might as well have a little fun here.
I will be honest and say I have not ventured out and tried much Mexican lately. Everyone knows (or at least should know) about the wonderful places over on Summer Avenue where you can venture into Mexican food comas daily and still not eat at the same place. We all have our personal favorites in that area and may even know what we order every single time we go and eat. If it is in Midtown or Downtown, I am sorry, but I would rather drive east to get my authentic Mexican food.
One place I have gotten to know a little bit about lately is called Las Palmitas. It is located near intersection of Summer and Stage road off the road in a little small building. At lunch time you would rarely have a hard time finding a place to sit. Las Palmitas is about 3/4 full every time the old man I go to eat there. The same sweet lady serves us almost every single time with a charming smile and our two giant cups of water.
One of the greatest attributes to this place is their homemade chips and salsa. I know, I know. There are other places in town that have homemade this and homemade that as well. The chips may have a little saltiness to them, but you will rarely detect and grease on them. They pack plenty of crunch and are fresh. Be careful that you do not eat the whole basket before ordering your meal. |
| You are not getting hungry, are you? |
Now for the best part. That guacamole that you order at this place will knock your socks off. Perhaps they prepare it as soon as an order comes in for it, or new batches are made hourly. Either way, I just cannot get enough of this stuff. Do yourself a favor and order a small bowl. If you order the large one, just make sure there are at least 3-4 folks at the table there to enjoy it. Chips, salsa, and guacamole. That is a heck of a start to a great meal at a Mexican restaurant.
Las Palmitas has tons of options including some amazing fish tacos, veggie tacos, and even breakfast on the weekends. I usually bounce between their fish tacos and their veggie dishes. The fish tacos are excellent. They aren't huge tacos, but they are filling, even after you've been filling up on chips and salsa. The fish tacos come with grilled tilapia, just in case you were wondering. The tilapia tastes fine, but it is usually masked by the special sauce that comes on the tacos.
The only issue with the veggie tacos or burritos is the amount of onion they pile on your tortilla. I like some onion, but at least give more love to the peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes. The really unique veggie dish here is their potato tacos. Those are great and who the heck doesn't like potatoes, right? Whatever you order, you will be satisfied. You will be satisfied from the get go, once you get hooked on those chips and that guacamole though. I admit I am not one for cheese dips, so I cannot give an honest opinion about the cheese dip at Las Palmitas. If you get a chance on a Saturday or Sunday check them out one morning for breakfast and let me know what you think.
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