Mexicali Rose | Newtown, CT
| Address: | 71 S Main St #1, Newtown, CT 06470, USA |
| Phone: | +1 203-270-7003 |
| Site: | mexicalirosenewtown.com |
| Rating: | 3.9 |
| Working: | Closed 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 12–8PM |
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Christopher Choi
This is a review strictly on the food aspect of this tiny little mom and pops shop. We were greeted with a basket of the oiliest tortilla chips I have ever tasted. Ive worked in the restaurant industry for over 8 years, I have no idea how the tortilla chips were oily and stale tasting at the same time. The salsa that was served with the chips tasted like bland ketchup water with a tomato chunk or two. I ordered two tacos while my girlfriend had a burrito and we each shared the "fresh" guacamole. The guacamole probably came prepackaged because it tasted like the Grinchs foot. The food there was so bad, I COULDNT finish eating it, I had to stop halfway through (thats saying a lot considering I grew up on TV dinners and Spam). Needless to say, this was terrible food. The service was pleasant but a bit awkward, its like sitting in your friends house while your friend isnt present, eating while having his mom stare at you while you eat.
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A Private User
For eclectic delicious Mexican there is only one place in the area - Mexicali Rose. While I may agree that the menu can be uneven at times, there are some amazing items worth the trip. Any of their soups are outstanding, especially the Carrot Chipotle and Tomato Basil. Their Vegetarian Burrito is a wonderful unique take - stuffed with lots of beans, lettuce, feta cheese and the key ingredient pumpkin seeds - it is delicious. They make their own chips and salsa and sell it by the bag and container - great if you are having a party and want to serve something authentic and fresh. Their mole sauce is delicious as well. I think they import the chocolate from Mexico. The service is always delightful. Minerva and her family are terrific, if a little harried at busier times. This restaurant is not a chain. If you want to support local merchants, want authentic food and a reasonably priced delicious meal check out Mexicali Rose.
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A Private User
I have been coming to Mexicali Rose for years. I travel from Fairfield, not far, to this restaurant, and I cant say enough excellence about the food, the service, the friendliness of the staff, and ...is there anything else? I just wish they had one closer to the Fairfield County shore, but I guess that the more restaurants, even the small ones, open for business, the more they lose that flair. If you want a great Mexican restaurant, this is nothing short of A+ rating. Is there a rating that is higher (or greater than 5 stars)?
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A Private User
I like good Mexican food. I think Burritoville in Manhattan is the best fast burrito joint in the world (and Ive been to a few). El Coyote in Monroe and Agave in Manhattan are my favorite Mexican restaurants. This is not good Mexican. The Burrito was tasteless. Just full of beans. The tortilla did not taste fresh. The service was rude. Dont know how it stays in business, I guess the locals are clueless to good Mexican. Not recommended.
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ben keeney
20 years in business and the staff and meals still brim over with enthusiasm! Authentic black bean soup, dynamite salsa with addictive home-made chips then into the main courses: my favorite is their pork dishes-- the staff will accommodate "off the menu". Authentic Mexican sodas available! Great fun that always me with a good taste in my mouth.
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Scottio Wilson
If you love mexican dishes like I do Mexicali Rose wont disappoint. What a great family restaurant. This is the original location of the chain. The interior is cozy, mexican unabridged and fun. After 18 years in business they keep the menu basic with Mexican favorites. Much of the fare is fresh and made onsite.
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A Private User
I consider myself a bit of a Mexican cuisine connoisseur and believe me this is it! Having traveled much of the Northeast and Mexico itself, I have never ran into better Mexican food, and with little to no grease! You wont find that in the Yucatan!
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Anthony Assad
My coworker and I just ordered two chicken burritos. The chicken was watery and some white and brown liquid were dripping with each bite. If you want a luke warm, water burrito, I highly recommend this place.
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Dee Harris
Horrible service, gross looking chairs & negative vibes. It was like my family & I were imposing on the waitress! OMG!! We left in less than a minute!
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Mario Obdulio Ramírez Chamám
All the food....tasted delicious. Quesadilla the Chile Poblano. Quesadilla the chorizo Nachos with chorizo Jalapeños poppers And chicken burrito
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Dan Legenthal
Even if youre not a vegetarian, that vegetarian burrito is amazing. The owner is super friendly, and did I mention how delicious the food is?
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A Private User
Authentic food. Little hole-in-the-wall place but friendly owner and nice menu. Better tasting than El Coyote. No frills, just good food.
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Briana Buss
The people were nice, but the food was bland and dry. It wouldve been nice if the chips were fresh and if the salsa had more flavor.
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Horland Harris
Greeted by an awful smell. The furniture was dingy. The owner was very rude. We ran "like madmen" before things got worse
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Metal8Ball
The Mexicali Rose in Newtown is perfect. I love this place so much. Best Nachos Ever
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Matt Nesto
Popped in for lunch... Great food. Great vibe. Great prices Very authentic.
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Becca Jaroszewski
Always my favourite Mexican food. So good. Chicken mole enchiladas are the best.
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B P
Great family, great food, in a little time portal to Mexico. Whats not to love?
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A Private User
I would not even call the food that was served Mexican. Total disappointment.
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Brenden Walsh
Family owned authentic Mexican. The house made chips and salsa cant be beat!
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Glenn Schietinger
Great home style authentic mexican good. Great service.
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Bri kley
The staff was great but the food was not good.
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MarkiaaMoulton MarkiaaMoulton
Id come back here. not bad at all
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JM SR
It is a great place!
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Baxter Hankin
BEST tortilla chips.
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A. Benjamin Miles, III
Excellent
